The recent privatization of the county-run transfer stations will mean the Town of Whitehall will have a little less money in its coffers. Town clerk Julie Millett said the town will be nearly $1,100 shy of what officials projected to receive in revenue from the sale of transfer station tickets. “We had budgeted $2,000, but [...]
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Town eyeing improvements to Rec. Center: Public meeting May 14
The town is exploring ways to make improvements to the Recreation Center and is encouraging residents who use the facility to attend a special public hearing later this month to learn more about the proposed plan. Officials hope to apply for a grant through the New York State Office of Community Renewal to facilitate the [...]
School promotes peace: Human rights focus of annual peace week
Students of every grade level gathered Monday inside the gymnasium at Whitehall High School and listened intently as Topher Montville, junior high guidance counselor, challenged students to think beyond themselves. “I dare you to care,” Montville said. “Think about what you can do to make school a better place because in the end what we [...]
Barber uncontested in upcoming school election
There will be a new face on the Whitehall Board of Education. Dresden’s Frank Barber will run an uncontested bid for a spot on the board and barring the emergence of a write-in candidate, be elected to the position when ballots are tabulated later this month. If elected, he will replace Bruce Wescott whose five [...]
Sister participates in walk to help brother
Khrysta Fiorino is hoping a walk makes a difference in her brother’s life. The 21-year old college student and Whitehall resident will participate in Sunday’s Upstate New York Autism Awareness sixth annual “Walk for a Difference” at Harry J. Betar Park in South Glens Falls. The event raises money to support the organization in its [...]
New York State purchases 3,200 acres in Whitehall
New York State finalized last week the purchase of 9,300 acres of the former Finch Pruyn lands in the Adirondacks, including more than 3,200 acres in Whitehall. The acquisition of the properties, announced last August, ensures their continued protection and an expansion of tourism opportunities in the region. “With these newest acquisitions, we are building [...]
Benefit dinner Saturday for Jr. Shooters
Whitehall Elks 1491 will host a spaghetti dinner on from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 5, at the lodge on North Williams Street. The meal will benefit the Whitehall Junior Shooting Program. Dinners are $8 and take outs will be available. The Elks and the American Legion will split the expenses for this [...]
Car seat inspection to be held in Whitehall
The Whitehall Police Department is partnering with state and county officials to educate local residents on the proper way to use a car seat. A free car seat check will be held from 3 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, at the Whitehall Police Department. According to the Washington County Public Heath Department, people [...]
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VPR commentator entertains at Slate Valley Museum
By Jaime Thomas About 75 people gathered at the Slate Valley Museum Thursday evening to listen to Vermont Public Radio [...]