Local districts crunch and cope

This week, local school districts, like those across the state, are crunching numbers and hatching plans in response to the governor’s proposed cuts to school aid, announced on Tuesday.

By Jordan J. Michael

VOORHEESVILLE –– Coach Don Catellier didn’t know what to say about his Blackbird basketball team before it took the court against Cohoes on Friday night. He would have an answer after the game was over.

Illustration by Forest Byrd

GCSD turns to the community for answers

GUILDERLAND — In response to the governor’s promise of massive cuts in school aid next year, the superintendent here said Tuesday that “deeply and dearly held” community values will be tested.

TAs, at impasse, say pay is unfair, reach for equality

With illustration by Forest Byrd

By Zach Simeone

HILLTOWNS — As towns in the Helderbergs contemplate regulations on alternative-energy projects, some residents have been exploring their options for years.

Ketchums return diner to its former glory

By Jordan J. Michael

GUILDERLAND –– After going undefeated in the Suburban Council last season, the Guilderland boys’ basketball team is feeling confident.

The holidays are a time of giving and sometimes that means more than shopping at the mall.

By Zach Simeone