The Albany Chess Club Championship, which is being held for the first time in several years, is providing an excellent demonstration of the growing quality of chess in the Capital Region.

Editorial
Standing together leaves nest eggs uncracked

We’re reporting on some welcome news in Guilderland this week. Two more contracts with town workers have been agreed upon — with no raises.

GUILDERLAND — The owners of Star Plaza want to cut the mall’s assessment by more than half.

RENSSELAERVILLE — ’Tis the season for a new truck and better lighting at Town Hall.

By Jordan J. Michael

VOORHEESVILLE –– The Lady Blackbirds got out of the gates early on Tuesday and never looked back.

WESTERLO — Marine Luke McDermott is returning home to Westerlo this week, with no legs, but a strong heart.

The community will have a conversation in January about next year’s school budget

GUILDERLAND — For a January forum on next year’s budget, the school board had considered presenting key topics and letting the public ask questions.

Cold start for the Empire State Games

It may be an uphill climb, but it is well worth the effort. We applaud the consortium of Adirondack municipalities and agencies that has set out to save the Empire State Winter Games.

HILLTOWNS — Local organizations are gearing up to make it a memorable holiday season for families in need.