New Scotland

NEW SCOTLAND — A decision about a solar vendor for municipal energy is expected in the next few weeks, and the proposed town water-well law is still on tap, according to town board members.

A master plan for New Scotland's Swift Road and Feura Bush parks has some features that could be accomplished with the work of town employees and volunteers; other features would require grant funding.

The hoppy holidays are here.

Town leaders disagree over a proposed water-well law, with some contending that it would harm farmers and long-time residents, and others citing an obligation to provide safe water to taxpayers.

Susan Kidder has been heading New Scotland Senior Services for the past seven years, where she helps elderly residents in need.

New Scotland has kept its tentative budget, which is set at $7,200,405 for now, under the tax cap for 2015. If the town stays under the cap for two consecutive years, property owners in the municipality will receive a check from the state.

Lauren Bachner's special-use permit application to put a kennel in a residential/agricultural zone has been delayed again, this time by absent planning board members.

Composting leaves and yard waste at home, or through town services, is a more environmentally friendly way to clear your yard this fall.

After years of accidents at Meads Corners, the DOT has finally made some minor safety improvements with larger stop signs at the intersection.

Katie Kind has been running her performing arts studio for over a year in New Scotland, where she teaches dance and music appreciation classes. She is hosting an open house on Saturday, Sept. 6.

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