BERNE — The new town nature and cultural center being developed on Game Farm Road, just off Switzkilll Road,  is kicking into higher gear this summer.

EAST BERNE — Mary F. Delligan loved to help others; she took care of her family and of those who were ailing.

She died peacefully on Saturday, April 16, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 15, 1940, she was 75.

Mary Kinnaird, president, Zenie Gladieux, committee chairwoman, Kiwanis Club of the Helderbergs

Westerlo's town board came under fire at Tuesday's meeting, accused by a few residents of continuing to exclude the public. 

This fall, Sustainable Hilltowns will host several community discussions. According to April Roggio, independent researcher and co-owner of the Medusa General Store, these community dialogues hope to answer this question: Would the development of a “makerspace” in the Hilltowns help to nurture small farmers?