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Volunteers constructed 72 timber box steps that wrap around and descend into the steep sinkhole of Knox Cave, near the hamlet of Knox. 

They replace a dilapidated series of steps made from railroad ties, pipe, and rebar in 1979.

The resolutions stemmed from an investigation of complaints centered on Town Clerk Karla Weaver that was conducted earlier this year by William J. Keniry of the law firm Tabner, Ryan, & Keniry.

Albany County has already installed new signs and pavement markings at the intersection and, with a town board resolution, the state will now conduct a study on reducing speed limits.

When the government assesses need, it does so on a census-block by census-block basis, where if just one household in a block has broadband it means that block is “served,” in the eyes of the government. This puts rural communities at a disadvantage because their low population densities mean their blocks cover a larger geographic area.

“We want them to take care of their health rather than worry about the bill,” added Bonnie-Jean Johnson, acting director of GEMS operations.

The development would serve households earning $30,000 to $90,000 annually.

Asked on Monday how many attended the tri-county fair, Canaday said, “If you don’t put the numbers in context, they don’t mean anything …. We’re happy with having a lot of happy people here on the fairgrounds. We have gotten some very, very positive feedback through social media. People had a wonderful time and can’t wait for next year. And that’s what we’re going to measure it by.”