Opinion

Our throw-away society is poisoning itself: If you’re not part of the solution, you are part of the problem

Litter is not just a consumer-created problem; manufacturers need to take responsibility for what they produce. A dog bone, for example, doesn’t need to be packaged in plastic. Recycling programs are essential but more can be done to curb consumerism in our throw-away society.

Guilderland

‘We are scared’: Neighbors of proposed development raise concerns about flooding

CM Fox Living Solutions LLC is looking to build 10 new homes on the 11 subdivided lots located on 13 acres of land bounded by Western Avenue, Schoharie Plank Road West, Gun Club Road, and Marian Court.

Sports

Photos: Blackbirds Claw Past Tigers

On Friday, April 19, the Voorheesville girls’ lacrosse team hosted the Cohoes Tigers in a Colonial Council matchup. The Birds dominated from the start in their 17-to-2 win.

Regional

After paralysis, four people find new ways to live their lives

A person’s life can change in an instant when an accident or a surgery gone awry causes paralysis.

New Scotland

CHPE line makes its way through Voorheesville

Machines could be seen in the village this past week digging along CSX’s rights-of-way and in the area of the Voorheesville Post Office between its parking lot and the railroad tracks, where a group of trees were felled.

Hilltowns

BKW board adopts $26.2M budget with 5.1% tax increase, requiring supermajority to pass

There will be a public hearing on the budget on May 8 before district residents vote on May 21. They will also vote for the lone school board candidate, incumbent Lisa Joslin.