Opinion

Preservation of the Pine Bush provides a lesson in democracy

Since our democracy is a government of the people, her account provides a useful lesson on how messy democracy can be. Jackson’s story is one of citizens pushing for preservation, sometimes suing the government, so that, ultimately, preservation was embraced by the government.

Guilderland

‘Worn but extremely resilient’: Wey envisions a statue of a hiker in Altamont, at the end of the Long Path

“Our hiking friend,” said David Bourque of the planned statue, “will provide an Instagram moment” for walkers completing the Long Path. He also said, “It’s going to cost three times what the kiosk cost.”

Sports

Photos: Local Teams Face Off Against Nations Best

On June 19 to 22, track athletes from Guilderland, Voorheesville, and Bethlehem competed against the top athletes from around the nation in Philadelphia at the New Balance Nationals at Franklin Field on the campus of University of Pennsylvania.

Regional

Will mixed use come to Harriman Campus after all?

Senator Patricia Fahy announced today, June 11, as the legislative session is soon drawing to a close, that the bill she sponsored to develop 7 acres of the 27-acre Wadsworth site for retail, commercial, and residential use had passed in the Senate.

New Scotland

New Scotland is holding out hope for high-speed internet

“Not to sound like the broken record, but I have to bring it up. When, if ever, will we be getting high-speed internet for the six people in the middle of New Scotland South Road,” resident Sharon Boehlke asked the town board during its June 11 meeting.

Hilltowns

Long-gone Berne building still captivates

At his home near Warners Lake in Berne, Tom Nagengast built a scaled-down replica of the old Lobdell Mill, where he and many other residents spent time as children.