By Dan King A small congregation of Presbyterians is currently without a full-time home. The First Presbyterian Church of Whitehall closed its doors in July, after the Albany Presbytery – which oversees the church – became aware of some code issues at the church, which was built in 1848. “What we were told was that […]
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Shoppers’ ‘points’ can help schools get tools
By Krystle S. Morey Granville residents can earn free supplies, musical instruments and playground equipment for their school simply by shopping. The Granville Central School District has teamed up with Price Chopper and the Tools for Schools program. Every time customers shop at any Price Chopper with their AdvantEdge Card and mention their school’s code, […]
Fundraiser for boy injured in ATV accident Saturday
By Dan King Since 11-year-old Logan Pease was struck by a vehicle while riding his ATV in May, the community has come together to organize a fundraiser for his medical expenses. The Family Fun Fest to benefit Logan Pease is set to take place this Saturday, Aug. 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at […]
Step ‘N’ Time Dance Studio expands
By Dan King Step ‘N’ Time Dance Studio in Whitehall is expanding. The studio, which was once housed in one room of a large building, has since grown to encompass the entire building. Owner Gretta Hochsprung purchased the building, located on Lower Boardman Street, from the Mt. Carmel Society in December. Since that time Hochsprung […]
County seeks PILOT for new solar projects
By Dan King The Washington County Board of Supervisors wants Borrego Solar to pay some money for its solar project on Buckley Road in Whitehall. Supervisors held a special meeting Monday for the sole purpose of voting on a resolution that requires Borrego to enter into a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) on the […]
Whitehall’s Brooks wins state DYW crown
By Dan King Whitehall’s own Lexy Brooks is the most Distinguished Young Woman in New York State. Brooks, who won Whitehall’s Distinguished Young Women program in April, took the state crown last Saturday at Cohoes High School. “It really means a lot, honestly,” Brooks said. “I just wanted to do the best I could and […]
‘Geekery’ to open in Whitehall
By Dan King Whitehall’s Main Street has a new business – and “geeks” of all stripes will be delighted by it. The purple and black awning has been erected, and the Freakopolis Geekery will host its grand opening this Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 13 and 14, from 10 a.m. until night time each day. “One […]
Whitehall student playing for Bayern Munich affiliate
By Dan King Whitehall High School has never had a boys’ soccer team, but that hasn’t stopped Jake Morales from chasing his dreams. The 15-year-old student is spending his summer playing soccer for an affiliate of one of the world’s best teams – FC Bayern Munich. Morales plays for the 16-U affiliate of the German […]
Mud boggers, Granville board ‘on same page’
By Dan King Granville town officials and representatives of Mettowee Off Road Extreme Park say they’re on the same page – sort of. The park’s owner, Ralph Jameson, and engineer Garry Robinson gave a presentation to the town board last Thursday, discussing future plans for the park. Town officials, in the past, have expressed concerns […]
Canal Festival returns to Whitehall
By Dan King Skenesborough Park will be happening Friday and Saturday. The annual Whitehall Canal Festival kicks off on Friday at the Skenesborough Park. For more than 30 years, Canal Festival has marked the “unofficial start of summer,” with a variety of activities aimed at people with different interests. “For over 30 years, Festival has […]
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