School board pushes technology, looks to public for innovation

GUILDERLAND — Faced with a 2-percent tax-levy cap, school board members here gave their budget priorities Tuesday night as they gear up for a community forum next week.

NEW SCOTLAND — The dragon’s teeth are back on top of the church.

Or, in restoration parlance, the damaged crenellated parapet on the bell tower has been replaced.

Stolzenburg gets advanced credentials in environmental planning

Nan Stolzenburg is an optimist and says, in her profession, she has to be.

She is one of 33 people nationwide to become certified as an environmental planner.

ALTAMONT — William Preville who founded Re-Nue Spa on Maple Avenue and has worked at the salon for 15 years is retiring. His last day is Friday, Oct. 14.

BKW tax deadline extended

BERNE — Governor Andrew Cuomo has accepted the request from Berne-Knox-Westerlo to extend the deadline for paying school taxes by 21 days, according to the school district.

BETHLEHEM — On Saturday, the North Bethlehem Fire Department and Auxiliary will hold a fund-raiser to help survivors of Tropical Storm Irene.

School board debates who should march to “Pomp and Circumstance”

GUILDERLAND — Who should walk across the stage at a Guilderland commencement ceremony?

GUILDERLAND — Intrigued by mystery, Michael Nardacci explores to find answers. Then he writes from experience.

Students get bumped when classes are filled

BETHLEHEM — Elementary classes in several Bethlehem schools are filled to their limit, meaning incoming students may be placed in schools outside of the area where they live.

Climbing back in time on the Indian Ladder trail,
A journey made by Mahicans, pioneers, farmers, and tourists