Grants aim to keep history afloat
Erie Canalway grants awarded to three area organizations
The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor announced $45,800 in grants awarded to nine organizations throughout the state at Proctors on Friday, Jan. 18. Three Capital District organizations will receive a total of $17,500.
Family ties run deep on these slopes
Maple Ski Ridge to host 50th anniversary celebration
To celebrate Maple Ski Ridge’s 50th anniversary there, will be a weekend of events from Thursday, Jan. 17, to Sunday, Jan. 20. The business has largely tailored itself to suit its customers, serving as a family-friendly destination and welcoming seniors who are still hitting the slopes.
Decades for Delmar tradition
40 years later, Troop 75’s SportsMart bigger than ever
A fundraiser that’s become a community tradition among winter sports lovers is about to mark a special anniversary.
Spotty fall on tap
Foliage forecasts differ on color quality; state pegs fall tourism at $13B
A dry, hot summer could mean a loss of fall’s beauty, as the state’s colorful landscape is blossoming earlier and with less vibrancy.
RC plane hobbyists take to the sky
Fun Fly event at Maalwyck Park is a miniature air show for all ages
The Glenville Electric Powered Aeromodelers Club on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 4 and 5, hosted the John Maggs Memorial Fun Fly, which had all-electric radio controlled model plans zipping above Maalwyck Park.
Collins Park beach closed for season
Sediment deposits from Irene affect Scotia swimming, reopening date unclear
The effects of Hurricane Irene stretch on at a popular Scotia swimming destination, meaning people won’t be able to beat the heat there this summer.
Double M saddles up
Not everyone might realize it, but it does every summer at the Double M Western Store, where on Friday and Saturday nights from July 6 through Aug. 31 you can catch an honest-to-goodness rodeo.
Karner blue coming back
Endangered butterfly re-introduced to Pine Bush, can be seen through mid-July
If you’ve never seen an endangered species up close, now’s your chance.
Nisky High School becomes one with nature
Biology teacher unveils ‘outdoor science classroom’
Hands-on learning will be taking on an entirely new meaning at Niskayuna high school next year.
Dairy the day away
Sunday, June 17 (also Father’s Day) marks Saratoga County’s 17th Annual Sundae on the Farm at Eildon Tweed Farm in Charlton from noon to 4 p.m. The free event generally draws more than 2,000 visitors from far and wide and highlights one of the greatest resources of the county: agriculture.
Steps of support
An opportunity for everyone to support Community Hospice will be taking place on Saturday, June 16 at their 11th Walk for Hospice at the University at Albany.
Pine Bush Discovery Center has new leader
The Albany Pine Bush Reserve Commission has announced that there is a new director of the Discovery Center.
Kokalas couple to be honored for boosting Lake George Winter Carnival
From turkey bowling to a boosted treasury, they've had an impact
Whether it was launching the weekly bonfires on the beach with s'mores and live music or lobbying for financial support, Ed and Kathi Kokalas worked tirelessly for the success of the Lake George Winter Carnival, and their volunteer efforts are to be recognized at the Carnival's 2012 Kickoff Dinner-Dance Saturday Jan. 28 at Dunham's Bay Resort on Lake George.
Bird watching a holiday tradition in region
Birdwatchers across the country flock together every holiday season to conduct Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs) between mid-December and early January.
Lake George Village considers allowing overnight stays at public docks
In a rare instance of controversy between Lake George leaders, village board members questioned Mayort Robert Blais plan to reinstate overnight stays by boaters at the village's public docks.
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