Obama activates FEMA funds

As area homeowners are struggling with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene, many are making the unwelcome discovery that flood damage is not covered by standard renter’s or homeowner’s insurance.

Stephen Terleckey Sr.

AMSTERDAM — Stephen Terleckey Sr., a dedicated and hardworking farmer with many friends, died unexpectedly on Monday, Aug. 29, 2011.

The driver of a pickup truck died in floodwaters on Monday after he crossed barriers on a washed-out section of Route 5S in the town of Glen in Montgomery County.

GUILDERLAND — Jesse Feinman, who is both smart and resourceful, has hit a rough spot in his young life.

VOORHEESVILLE — About 300 people turned out for the Pre-Fall Classic 5K race in Voorheesville Saturday.

“It was a beautiful sunny day,” said Co-Director Wendy Relyea. “Everything was perfect.”

Tech Valley High School is proud of its first class; 26 of the students who graduated in June are now heading off to college and two are going into military service.

Carducci coaches and organizes local races

ALTAMONT — Running is Phil Carducci’s life.

Last week, he helped direct the 5K race in Voorheesville. Next week, he’s organizing the 5K in Altamont.

GUILDERLAND — In a split vote last week, the school board here decided to use some of an unexpected windfall to lower the predicted tax rate, and to save the rest in a rainy-day account.

WESTERLO — Joseph Dober, 18, of Westerlo, struck a pickup truck while riding his bike on Aug. 5, according to police.

A Medflight took him to Albany Medical Center, according to State Trooper Maureen Tuffey, spokeswoman for Troop G.

Keating loves birds of prey and teaches others about their habits and habitat

ALTAMONT — An eagle perches on Larry Keating’s gloved hand and looks him in the eye.