Virag says
Gardens stand for hope in a world where time blinks



Irene Virag takes inspiration from the earth.

BERNE — An after-school program started last year at Berne-Knox-Westerlo has put down roots and is blossoming.

WESTERLO — A 15-year-old girl drowned Monday night when her canoe capsized in the storm-swollen Basic Creek.

ALBANY COUNTY — Following an investigation into abuse of a county employee’s gas card, the Albany County Sheriff’s Department is continuing a raid on area gas stations.

RENSSELAERVILLE — Just days after the town’s new comprehensive plan was adopted last month, Vernon Husek, the chairman of the committee that designed it, resigned.

The sticking point was lot size.

School elections
BKW candidates

BERNE — For the second straight year, Berne-Knox-Westerlo, which often has had unopposed races for its school board, has four candidates running.

VOORHEESVILLE – believes that he can make a difference.
He understands how to be a "good team player and make good budget decisions that are good for everyone," he said.

VOORHEESVILLE – says, "The school board is there for the school, and to be a voice for the taxpayer." It is not a conduit for any personal goals, he said, adding that votes and actions should be done impartially for the district.

VOORHEESVILLE – Timothy Blow says it’s time to be a part of the school’s decision-making process, instead of just complaining about it.
"I’ve always been on the outside, interested," Blow said. He is unhappy with some of the decisions that have been made in recent years, he said.

School elections
Three run for Voorheesville School Board