By Zach Simeone

WESTERLO — With fall elections still months away, the town’s Democrats have scheduled their caucus for Aug. 26. The Republican Committee has not yet set a date, but will likely wait until the fall to nominate its candidates.

ALBANY COUNTY — The summer’s deluges of rain may soon bring some relief to area farmers.

Governor David Paterson on Monday requested that the United States Department of Agriculture designate 17 counties including Albany, as agricultural disaster areas.

Fire chief proposes new $320K truck

Alcoholics go public

ALTAMONT— Because the violent storm on July 1 was not widespread, Altamont will likely not receive compensation for repairs and cleanup from the federal government.

VOORHEESVILLE — The Albany County Therapeutic Riding Center is calling for volunteers to help disabled children and adults ride horses.

VOORHEESVILLE — A 23-acre parcel of land on Maple Avenue will eventually be the site of a new cluster- style housing development in the village.

State lawmakers and courts poised to make changes to prevent wrongful convictions

VOORHEESVILLE — Beginning on Friday, July 10, the First United Methodist Church on Maple Avenue will offer residents a weekly opportunity to shop and eat locally.