A fundraiser for a local student who will be traveling to Western Canada as a People to People student ambassador will be held later this month at PK Hill in Comstock. The basket party will benefit Sadie Sheldrick, a fifth grade student at Whitehall Elementary School who will travel to the Canadian west as a [...]
Basket party to benefit People to People
A benefit basket party for a local student who will be traveling as a People to People student ambassador will be held later this month at PK Hill in Comstock. The event will benefit Sadie Sheldrick, a fifth grade student at Whitehall Elementary School who will travel to the Canadian west as a People to [...]
Skene Manor basket party on Saturday
If you’ve never seen a small fireplace inside a basket, chances are you’ve never been to the Skene Manor Basket Party. The event features at least 100 baskets — sometimes more — and is one of the largest events of its type in the area, attracting upwards of 300 people. “It’s the largest one-day fundraiser [...]
Schoony’s wins county business prize
By Jaime Thomas Family and community are everything in Bob Schoonmaker’s business. The co-owner of Schoony’s Country Market, who runs the shop with his wife, Dorie, feels he can thank his family, his workers and his patrons for a recent award. “We’re all about family; we try to run this like a family business with [...]
Big Lots grand opening next Friday
Big Lots will officially celebrate its Granville grand opening on Nov. 16. In addition to specials, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9 a.m., and the store will present a $2,500 check to the Granville Elementary School as part of the celebration, said store manager Bill Ringer. “We’re excited to be here in Granville, [...]
Sheriff seeks donations for kid’s program
The Washington County Sheriff’s office is seeking donations to supports this year’s child safety education program. Jeff Murphy, Washington County sheriff, has sent letters to local businesses, industries and professional leaders seeking financial support. The department is asking for donations to provide child safety materials and services for 30 or more children. The cost of [...]
Lavin becomes 50th Jr. Miss
During Saturday’s 50th annual Distinguished Young Women program, Rebecca Lavin sung about being “part of that world.” By the end of night, she was on top of the world. In front of an audience that numbered more than 600, Lavin was named this year’s Distinguished Young Woman. “I feel completely surprised. There were so many [...]
Half-century of charm: Jr. Miss program turns 50 next weekend
The past and the present will intersect at Whitehall High School later this month as the local Distinguished Young Women program celebrates its 50th anniversary. At least 30 former Distinguished Young Women will be on hand to watch as 17 members of the senior class participate in this year’s program, which will be held at [...]
Marina’s lien deal wins ok
The village Board of Trustees accepted a $16,000 offer to settle a lien it held on the Whitehall Marina. The board approved the offer, which was made by marina owner Bill Brina last month, during last week’s meeting. The agreement means the village will receive only half of the $32,000 it was owed. “We didn’t [...]
Fair Haven CROP Walk this weekend
Lace up those walking shoes, the Fair Haven area CROP Walk is this weekend. The 12th annual event, which raises money to combat hunger in the Lakes Region and beyond, will be held on Sunday, Sept. 30. Around 200 people are expected to participate. “The CROP Walk benefits local food shelves in Fair Haven, Castleton [...]





