By Randal Smathers Contract talks between the Granville school district and its teachers union are going to mediation on Wednesday, Oct. 17, with almost half a million dollars in state aid dependent on a successful conclusion. The president of the Granville Teachers Association, Christine Cook, and the superintendent, Mark Bessen, agree that the main [...]
Hampton finalizes preliminary 2013 budget
Hampton town officials were able to hold the line on discretionary spending but an increase in workers’ compensation will likely result in a tax increase for local residents. The Board of Trustees made the final adjustments to its preliminary 2013 budget last week and is eyeing a 3 percent tax increase. “The town tax rate [...]





