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Greene County placed under drought watch

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Greene County is one of 15 New York counties placed on a drought watch list Monday. The New York State Department of Environmental […]

Greene County honors 103-year-old WWII veteran

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CATSKILL — Greene County honored 103-year-old World War II veteran and Freehold resident Stanley Maltzman at this year’s Veteran of the Year ceremony […]

Living on Purpose: We pray, we vote, and leave the rest to God

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media To be honest, I do not like politics, but at the same time I believe it’s my duty and opportunity to […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

College & Military Corner

Shawn Rose, of Cairo, assigned to Company C, 2nd Battalion, 108th Infantry Regiment, was promoted Sept. 5 to the rank of staff sergeant in the New York Army National Guard. [...]

DEC encourages NYers to help protect bats during ‘Bat Week’

ALBANY — To raise awareness about the critical role of bats in the environment during internationally recognized Bat Week, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar […]

Women-owned dispensary to open Greene County’s first cannabis store

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE—Greene County is preparing to welcome its first recreational cannabis dispensary this fall, marking a historic moment for the area’s business landscape and […]

AG issues guidance for voters

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James issued guidance reminding New Yorkers of their voting rights and key election information for the November 2024 general election. James highlighted […]

High schoolers put cooking skills to the test

GREENVILLE — Students in Greenville High School recently put their cooking skills to the test in an Iron Chef competition. Four teams in each of teacher Jamie Pecylak’s Family and […]

The Retired Investor: Natural diamonds take a back seat to lab-grown stones

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media There was a day when a man’s love for his bride was measured by the clarity and size of a diamond ring. […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Fuel truck rollover forces Thruway closure

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CATSKILL — A fuel truck rollover on the New York State Thruway has forced the closure of all southbound lanes between exits 20 […]

Living on Purpose: Oh, how we ignore our need to change

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Transformation is a word used to explain what happens when someone is saved. It’s the theme of the Christian faith, but […]

Election rundown: Federal, state, local races up for grabs

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The presidential race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump has been dominating the spotlight, but there are […]

Horses of Unbridled: The unbreakable bond: A tale of three mares

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Unbridled exists as a sanctuary where horses find solace, companionship, and understanding. Each week, as we delve into the lives of the […]

Election: Hinchey, Sheehan vie for 41st Senate District

By Lorna Cherot Littleway For Capital Region Independent Media Democratic incumbent state Sen. Michelle Hinchey is seeking re-election in the 41st Senate District against Republican challenger Pat Sheehan. The 41st […]

Aging with Grace: Boomer-proof

By Pat Larsen Capital Region Independent Media OK, we’re getting older and stuff just isn’t so easy to open anymore. Is it?  Acknowledging this is a sign of maturity. Or maybe […]

Trunk or Treat coming to Ellis Elementary

GREENVILLE — Trunk or Treat is back for another year at Scott M. Ellis Elementary School, thanks to the Ellis PTA! The event will be on Friday, Oct. 25, from […]

Soft Paws: Cruelty investigator honored with Bilinski Award

By Guest Columnist Ron Perez For Capital Region Independent Media In 1994, Dr. Jerry Bilinski began an unending commitment to the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA (CGHS/SPCA) during his tenure with us. […]

Event: Murder, mystery and a ghost story at the Pratt Museum

PRATTSVILLE—On Sunday, Oct. 27, from 1-3 p.m., Greene County Historian Jonathan Palmer will thrill and chill his audience with the second in the Pratt Museum’s second annual Harvest Lecture & […]

The Retired Investor: Back to the future in nuclear energy

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media In the 1950s, nuclear was deemed the energy of the future. Unfortunately, the world’s ardor for replacing fossil fuels with clean atomic […]

Quack quack! The ducks are back

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The ducks are back in Greenville. After a years-long hiatus, local business owner Gared Wilkie from Community Partners of Greenville is […]

Living on Purpose: The dynamic relationship between love and prayer

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Last Sunday, I was asked to bring the morning sermon for a wonderful church in the country called Mt. Lebanon Methodist. […]

Fatal crash leaves one man dead, driver facing charges

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — A one-car motor vehicle crash in the town of New Baltimore on Thursday left one man dead and the driver […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed areinnocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended ordismissed. STATE POLICE

Horses of Unbridled: Mabel’s tale: A journey through darkness into light

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Readers, This week, I have the privilege of sharing a story that has profoundly touched my heart and, I believe, will […]

Durham unveils playground, park renovations

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media DURHAM — Looking for something to do in Durham over the weekend or after school? Check out the newly renovated park and playground […]

History program: Slavery in New York

COXSACKIE — The Greene County Historical Society will hold a presentation and book signing by author Debra Bruno on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m., in the reading room of […]

Arts & Entertainment: Hubbard Hall: Theater that changes lives

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media CAMBRIDGE — The story of Hubbard Hall Project and its new executive director, Erin Harrington, is one of resilience, passion for the arts […]

Aging With Grace: Elections in the home stretch

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Here we are folks, in the home stretch, just a couple of weeks away from this year’s all-important election cycle. I’m guessing […]

Molinaro, Riley face off in rematch

By Lorna Cherot Littleway Capital Region Independent Media The 2024 general election for the recently reconfigured 19th Congressional District is a rematch between Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro and […]

The Retired Investor: Economic storm clouds could be just around the corner

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media The U.S. economy continues to grow, fueled by generous fiscal spending in an election year, robust corporate earnings, and a consumer willing […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Living on Purpose: Embracing the sacred institution of marriage

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Many will disagree, but a happy and successful marriage is based on a personal relationship with Christ. And why is this? […]

Event: Bronck Museum to celebrate 400th anniversary of Dutch settlement of NY

COXSACKIE — Four centuries ago, the Bogardus, Conyn, deWandelear, Van Bergen, Van Buren, Winnie, Bronck and many other Dutch families were active participants in establishing the Dutch colony of New […]

District hosts School Safety Night

GREENVILLE — Michael Bennett, Superintendent of Schools, hosted the third annual School Safety Night on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Eight members of the school community were in attendance. Bennett shared that […]

Aging with Grace: Sharing the generational bridge

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Here we are, the generation called “Baby Boomers,” still walking this earth with our families, friends and kids known as the Gen […]

Obituary: Barbara MacCalla-Dews

Barbara MacCalla-Dews, of the Bronx, passed away and leaves behind a loving family. She will never be forgotten. The funeral will be held at Refuge Temple Annex, 716 E. 233rd […]

Soft Paws: Feline friends

By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media Though it seems as if we’ve neglected our feline friends in this column, they certainly have not been neglected at our Columbia-Greene […]

Obituary: Sally Ann Bogardus

Sally Ann Bogardus, 65, passed away on Sept. 14, 2024, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Prior to living in Nova Scotia with her family, Sally resided in Greenville, NY. Sally held a B.F.A. […]

The Retired Investor: My economic outlook into 2025

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media On the back of the recent half-point cut in interest rates by the Federal Reserve Bank, equities and many commodities rallied anticipating […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Oak Hill & Vicinity: Durham United Methodist Church over the years

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media Churches, like the houses we live in, need repairs over the years. The Durham United Methodist Church, built in 1895, is […]

Living on Purpose: There are some things God cannot do

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media When we think about God being The Almighty, we see Him as having infinite power and authority in heaven and earth, […]

Horses of Unbridled: NY rescues, sanctuaries unite to lobby for equine protections

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In a powerful demonstration of unity, representatives from New York’s equine rescues and sanctuaries recently converged on Washington DC to advocate for […]

Event: Bronck Museum’s Heritage Craft Fair

COXSACKIE — On Sunday, Oct. 6, celebrate the fall season in the Hudson Valley at the Bronck Museum’s Heritage Craft Fair from 12-4 p.m. On porches, nestled beside the barns […]

Interfaith Blessing of the Animals

HUDSON — The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA is hosting an interfaith blessing of the animals in honor of the feast of St. Francis (patron saint of all animals) on Sunday, Oct. […]

Be A Better Gardener: For ‘peat’s’ sake

By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media It must be 20 years since I first encountered arguments against the use of peat by gardeners. Their point was that peat […]

Share your World War II stories with students

GREENVILLE — Kylie Conley, the MS/HS Library media specialist, is collaborating with English teachers Michael Morelli and Melissa Palmer to bring personal stories of World War II from community members […]

Soft Paws: If you care, leave them there

By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media With the onset of good weather (finally), our properties are abuzz with deer grazing, birds and small mammals nest building, and hunts […]

Capital Region Independent Media acquires Times-Journal in Cobleskill

COBLESKILL – Capital Region Independent Media (CRIM) is proud to welcome the Cobleskill Times-Journal into its family of newspapers. CRIM President Mark Vinciguerra announced the sale on Oct.1 The paper […]

The Retired Investor: Deals are coming back in some consumer areas

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Consumers have been bludgeoned for years by higher prices. In this era of inflation, discounts disappeared as prices of everyday items climbed […]

GOOD NEWS!: 18th annual Greenville Day lights up town park

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — By 2 p.m., a line of cars was waiting patiently to get into Vanderbilt Park on Saturday for the 18th annual […]

Living on Purpose: Loving God with all that we are

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media In Luke 10:27 and Mark 12:30, we notice that both passages use a fourfold description to explain how we are to […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Capital Region Independent Media advocates for local journalism

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media At a crucial moment for local journalism, Warren Dews Jr., publisher and vice president of Capital Region Independent Media, visited the nation’s capital […]

Oak Hill & Vicinity: The Burhans House in Cooksburg

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media It is sad to say goodbye to someone you have appreciated for years. That feeling can apply to houses as well […]

Ballot Proposition 1: New York’s ERA

By Deborah E. Lans Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY—There is only one proposition on the ballot this November: a state constitutional amendment that would broaden equality protections in New York.  […]

Event: GNH Lumber & Home to host contractor event featuring top industry suppliers

WINDHAM — GNH Lumber & Home will host a special contractor event on Friday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their Windham location. This exclusive event will […]

The Retired Investor: Fewer babies threaten future U.S. economic growth

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media The fertility rate in the United States has fallen by 3% since 2022. That is a historic low and marks the second […]

Greenville Day 2024 Festival comes to Vanderbilt Park

GREENVILLE — Looking for entertainment in September? Come to the 18th annual Greenville Day, a family-friendly outdoor gathering with games, rides, food, fun and fireworks on Sept. 27, from 4 […]

Living on Purpose: Good deeds are not a substitute for love

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media I was reading an article the other day about how most people are confident that just being nice secures them a […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Horses of Unbridled: From forgotten fields to forever home: DiDi’s path to peace

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Day after day, in the heart of our community, Unbridled Sanctuary writes new chapters of rescue, recovery, and second chances for Thoroughbreds […]

Bill signed into law for EMS reimbursement for treatment-in-place

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Legislation signed into law Sept. 18 will reimburse EMS for providing treatment-in-place for patients with Medicaid coverage. The legislation was championed […]

First signs of colorful fall foliage emerging across upstate NY

New York state’s 2024 fall foliage season is underway, with the first signs of the spectacular seasonal colors to come appearing in several upstate New York regions. The Adirondacks, Catskills, […]

Arts & Entertainment: History and quiet contemplation at America’s first Shaker settlement

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media It may surprise you to learn that just across from bustling Albany International Airport, tucked into a quiet, wooded corner there is a […]

Early big-game hunting seasons are open

ALBANY — New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced the start of early hunting seasons for deer and bear in certain regions of New York state. […]

The Retired Investor: Precious metals normally fall in September

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media As one of the best-performing areas of the financial markets this year, gold and silver have been added to many investors’ portfolios. […]

Panel decries employee issues at CMH

By Jeanette Wolfberg Capital Region Independent Media HUDSON—Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) employees explained their demands for higher wages and affordable health insurance, while depicting people leaving for higher paying jobs, […]

Living on Purpose: Your faithfulness and hard work is appreciated

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media As fall arrives, we thank God for our blessings and will soon see the return of colorful leaves on trees, football […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Oak Hill & Vicinity: West Winds

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media There is a new restaurant in Oak Hill and Vicinity, actually in Preston Hollow. It is in the well-loved building where […]

Local writer publishes first book

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media DURHAM — Greenville Pioneer columnist Pat Larsen has published her first book, a compilation of her monthly columns over the years. The book, […]

Greene remembers: County salutes the 9/11 fallen

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — It’s been 23 years since terrorist attacks toppled the two buildings of the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, a […]

Soft Paws: The work of dog control officers

By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media Each year, Aaron Clause, our CGHS/SPCA administrative assistant to our CEO Ron Perez, and I print a list of current dog control […]

Officials push for changes to EMS reimbursement for treatment-in-place

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media HUDSON — Elected officials, EMS and other first responders are pushing for the governor to sign legislation that would reimburse emergency services for […]

The Retired Investor: How the U.S. can manage its increasing debt load

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media U.S. deficits at $35.225 trillion are going through the roof and interest payments on our debt load account for an increasing share […]

The show must go on: Downpour doesn’t stop dress parade

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — A heavy and sustained downpour didn’t dampen spirits for the 136th annual dress parade last weekend hosted by the Greene County […]

Living on Purpose: Investing our abilities into God’s kingdom

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media As a freelance faith columnist and Christian author, I’m honored to have the opportunity to provide thoughts and ideas to relay […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Bronck Museum hosts concert, Sept. 7

COXSACKIE — On Saturday, Sept. 7, the Bronck Museum will welcome LACE and Running the River band for musical performances in the Meadow Ridge Heritage Barn. LACE is an ever-evolving […]

Whittling Away: Moms

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Recently I had the pleasure of talking to a group of young folks and the subject of parental jobs came up and […]

A tale of hooves and hope: Unbridled Sanctuary celebrates 20 years 

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Readers, This week’s column is extra special. As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of US this year—Unbridled Sanctuary—I’m handing over the […]

Obituary: Rodney H. Haley

GREENVILLE—Rodney H. Haley, 59, passed unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. Rodney loved his job as a chief lock operator for the NYS Canal Corp. He […]

The Retired Investor: Taxing Social Security benefits hurts seniors

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media In this election season of competing promises, one idea stands out as a good way of redistributing income from the haves to […]

Pinning ceremony honors Vietnam veterans

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CATSKILL — It may be 50 years later, but the feelings today are as potent as they were decades ago for those who […]

Living on Purpose: Hearing is one thing, obeying is another

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Having the opportunity to be engaged in a constant dialogue with Christ is more than just a hope. It can happen […]

Aging with Grace: The gifts of aging

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Old age, I decided, is a gift. I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have […]

Oak Hill & Vicinity: Siebert’s Fair View farm in Medusa

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media I love the stories of the boarding houses in Oak Hill and Vicinity. I’ve told many of them, but there are […]

Be A Better Gardener: Invasive earthworms

By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media Even before I started gardening as a teenager in my New York suburb, I had been taught to regard earthworms with an […]

Soft Paws: Nutrition for dogs

By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media A few years ago, a number of my colleagues attended a canine nutritional conference sponsored by the Ladies Kennel Club of Long […]

The Retired Investor: Presidents have a long history of Fed bashing

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Many on Wall Street are horrified that a presidential candidate might want to erode the independence of the Fed. Some have even […]

Superintendent’s Message: Transportation challenges

By Superintendent Michael Bennett Greenville Central School District I wanted to make you aware of a challenge we’ve been facing and how it may impact the school year. Despite our […]

Living on Purpose: To the ones who stand out in a good way

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Have you ever known someone that you admired because of who they were? There is something special and refreshing to witness […]

Be A Better Gardener: The dog days of summer are over

by Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.” We have reached the end of the dog days of […]

Obituary: Charlotte Guarini

Charlotte Guarini, age 83 years, of Coxsackie, NY, passed away on Aug. 7, 2024, at Columbia Memorial Hospital, Hudson, N.Y. She was born on Oct. 13, 1940, in Norton Hill, […]

Soft Paws: Welcoming a new dog into your home

By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media There are some messages that bear repeating, repeating, repeating, and here comes one of them. Those who know me well are acutely […]

Aging with Grace: Finding your own way to wellness

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media One of the key tools I often use to facilitate opening a dialogue between my clients and myself is determining the way […]

The Retired Investor: Labor unions could be the key to elections

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Over the past few years, labor unions have experienced a renaissance in interest and activity. As a result, unions have begun to […]

Short-term rentals, universal pre-K focus of Hinchey town hall

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CATSKILL — State Sen. Michelle Hinchey, D-41, held a town hall meeting this month at Subversive Malting & Brewing in Catskill. Hinchey has […]

Living on Purpose: You are the caretaker of your mind

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media I read a book years ago by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale called, “The Amazing Results of Positive Thinking,” and I recommend […]

Air quality alert issued

ALBANY — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation at Albany has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for fine particulates in the air. The alert is in effect […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Oak Hill and Vicinity: Postcards

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media How many of you collect antique local postcards? If you don’t, you might want to consider taking it up as a […]

Be A Better Gardener: Listen to your plants

By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media There’s a persistent belief that talking to your plants benefits them. Supposedly, the vibrations of the sound waves enhance their growth. I […]

Obituary: Pauline Stanger

Pauline Stanger, 90, of Greenville, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024. She was born on Nov. 10, 1933, to the late Frank and Daisy […]

Labor of love: Unbridled marks 20 years of saving equines

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media WESTERLO — It was back in 2004 that the idea for a sanctuary for retired racehorses was first born when Thoroughbred Stalwart Member […]

Aging with Grace: What IF…?

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media I’m sure if you follow my columns, you already can hear the rant coming about something or other. Goodness knows, there’s lots […]

Goode makes All American soccer team

Melbourne, FL– The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) announced the rosters for the two All American Teams set to compete in the SuperCup NI 2024. Greenville resident Areanna Goode […]

The Retired Investor: The return of the 60/40 portfolio

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Most people think of stocks when financial markets are mentioned. That is where the action is and where the big money is […]

Oak Hill Day highlights town’s history

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media OAK HILL — For a small community, Oak Hill is chock full of history. That history was celebrated during Oak Hill Day, a […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Living on Purpose: Focus on the invisible, not the impossible

By William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Stop for a moment and closely observe this trial you’ve been going through. When you are wounded and perplexed, it seems all […]

Be A Better Gardener: Native annuals

By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media In a recent column I discussed the unique aesthetic potential of annual flowers. Today I want to share the equally unique benefits […]

Real Estate Roundup: NAR ruling: No co-broke listings on MLS in New York

By Debra Danner For Capital Region Independent Media In the world of real estate, staying informed about industry regulations is crucial. Recently, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) implemented a […]

Former Save-A-Lot distribution center sold for $20.5M

COXSACKIE— The former Save-A-Lot distribution center in Greene County sold for $20.5 million and will be upgraded and rebranded to attract industrial tenants that want access to the state’s Hudson […]

Living on Purpose: The church equips Christians for ministry

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve been in church all my life and I know people who believe that attending an assembly fulfills the majority of […]

Horses of Unbridled: From racetrack to refuge

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the world of horse racing, where glory is fleeting and careers are short, what becomes of the equine athletes once the […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Aging with Grace: Kids in the kitchen

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media After the great responses to the column “Guy in the Kitchen,” it became evident that sharing the next chapter, “Kids in the […]

Event: 15th annual Golf Tournament

GREENVILLE — The Greenville Athletic Association is hosting its 15th Annual Golf Tournament to support the athletic programs within the Greenville Central School District. The four-person scramble tournament, hosted at […]

Obituary: Donald ‘Donnie’ Berkhofer

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald “Donnie” Berkhofer, age 89, of Hannacroix, who peacefully departed this life on Friday, July 26, 2024, at his […]

Phase 1 of capital project set to finish before school starts

Since Greenville’s capital project was passed in December of 2022, district administrators have been working with an engineering firm to solidify plans for the project and determine a timeline for […]

Event: Unbridled Sanctuary celebrates 20-year legacy of love

WESTERLO – As the thundering hooves echo through Saratoga Race Course this season, just an hour south, Unbridled Sanctuary marks a poignant 20-year milestone in equine protection. The Sanctuary’s story […]

Local youth showcase agricultural skills

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — From cows to alpacas to chickens and ducks, local youth showcased their agricultural skills in the annual Greene County Youth Fair […]

Horses of Unbridled: Celebrating farriers at Unbridled Sanctuary

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the world of equine care, there are many professionals whose contributions are readily apparent—veterinarians, trainers, chiropractors, acupuncturists, dental practitioners, grooms, stable […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Celebrating the 200th anniversary of Catskill Mountain House

By Jonathan Palmer, Greene County Historian Reprinted with permission It was with great pleasure that I had the opportunity at the beginning of June to join the Greenville Local History […]

Aging with Grace: Finders keepers

By Pat Larsen Capital Region Independent Media It seems that collecting antiques has become increasingly more popular as of late. Younger Baby Boomers with disposable income and with a keen eye for […]

Youth Fair opens Thursday

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — Looking for a fun — and free — time with the kids? The Greene County Youth Fair opens Thursday and is […]

History program: Going ‘upstate’

COXSACKIE — Join history enthusiast Lex Grey and special guests for a summer vacation through the ages on Sunday, July 28, at 2 p.m. The Catskill resort experience has been […]

New criteria for HS diploma proposed

By Sara Foss Reprinted with permission ALBANY—New York students would no longer be required to pass a certain number of state Regents’ exams to earn a high school diploma under […]

Officials react to Biden’s exit

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY – After the news broke Sunday that President Joe Biden was exiting the 2024 presidential race, reactions from local and state officials […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Letter to the Editor: Seeking information

I write the Grandma Mackey’s Diary for the Greenville Pioneer. Well, I don’t write it, I transcribe it from my great-grandmother’s (Grace Mackey) diaries. My great aunt, Gene Mackey Smith, […]

Great horned owl rescued and released

GREENVILLE — A great horned owl trapped in netting at a soccer field in Greenville has been released back into the wild. On June 26, Environmental Conservation Officer Lucas Palmateer […]

Oak Hill & Vicinity: Baseball in Oak Hill

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media “There was no question as to what was the most popular sport [in Oak Hill and Vicinity in the early decades […]

WWII veteran: Never forget the fallen

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — World War II veteran Ralph Osterhoudt has one message — never forget. Never forget the horrors of World War II, never […]

Aging with Grace: Sweet notes of summer

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Summer 2024 is now upon us. Depending on what age you are, the bearing down of this season will conjure up an […]

Police blotter

Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

The Retired Investor: What can investors expect from the coming era of populism?

By Bill SchmickFor Capital Region Independent MediaWe are in the second or third year of a new regime change, according to my calculations. If this one follows the patterns of […]

Horses of Unbridled: Miss Kitty’s journey home

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Reader, The story of Karen Sue’s Kitten is one of stark contrasts – of immense promise and profound despair, of abandonment […]

Obituary: Ronald D. ‘Ron’ Wilday

Ronald D. “Ron” Wilday, 90, passed away peacefully and went to meet his Savior on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Ron was born in Albany on Jan. 14, 1934, a son […]

Soaring with eagles

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media FREEHOLD — Imagine soaring side by side with eagles — and without an engine. That’s what glider pilots do and they showed off […]

Historic collaboration: Peace Boat, Rotary and a local scholar embark on global voyage

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media In an unprecedented collaboration, the Peace Boat, the Greenville Rotary Club, and a bright young scholar, Liana Lekocevic, are set to embark on […]

Community turns out to celebrate Independence Day

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EAST DURHAM — The parade may have come two days after the Fourth of July, but there was plenty of patriotism on display […]

Motorcyclists band together to aid local boy

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Despite heavy, threatening skies, a huge rumble roared through Greenville and surrounding areas last weekend, all for a good cause. It […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Obituary: George Edwin Story

George Edwin Story, 104, of Ghent, NY, passed away at home peacefully in the loving company of his daughters on Friday, June 28, 2024. George was born to Clinton and […]

Greenville awards diplomas to Class of 2024

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — With laughter and tears of joy, the Class of 2024 on Friday walked the stage for their final time as students […]

Horses of Unbridled: Mazzy’s journey

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Reader, In the spirit of Anna Sewell’s timeless classic, “Black Beauty,” I invite you to step into the world of Marrazano, […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Stanton Farms open for the season at Old Homestead location

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE—Stanton Farms last week opened the doors to its Old Homestead location for the season. Situated at the corner of Kuster and State […]

Local CAP Squadron awarded Commendation of Honor

CAIRO — The Vanguard Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol, which meets in Cairo, was recently awarded a Commendation of Honor by Greene County legislators. The award was presented to Squadron […]

Obituary: Clifton S. Kudlack

Clifton S. Kudlack, 69, of Clermont, Florida, passed away on Feb. 13, 2024. He was born on March 19, 1954.  Clifton served in the Army for two years. After his […]

Obituary: Per Heidenberg

Per Heidenberg passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024, surrounded by his wife, Greta, and children.  Per was born July 17, 1932, in Fredrikstad, Norway, to Sigvart and Hanna Heidenberg. […]

BOCES recaps academic offerings

By Kayla DeMicco Capital Region Independent Media The Greenville school district, working in conjunction with Questar III BOCES, offers a range of educational opportunities that may differ from what you […]

Aging with Grace: Learning to pause

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Every column I write is usually about a topic taken from the pages of my life as a Baby Boomer trying to […]

Heat advisory remains in effect

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media The first major heat wave of 2024 continues. Heat advisories issued by the National Weather Service at Albany remain in effect for the […]

HERO program prepares teens for high-paying careers

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media On a recent hot and steamy Tuesday morning, 13 juniors from high schools all over the region converged on Vanderbilt Town Park as […]

Portable air conditioners moved into some Greenville classrooms

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — With temperatures expected to soar into the high 90s this week, the Greenville school district has moved portable air conditioners into […]

Report: 13 horses saved from ‘starvation’ undergoing treatment

CAIRO—More than a dozen horses continue to recover after an alleged neglect and animal cruelty case at a Cairo farm was reported, according to the Columbia-Greene Humane Society. The organization […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Obituary: Eileen A. Wells

“One life on this earth is all that we get, whether it is enough or not enough, and the obvious conclusion would seem to be that at the very least […]

Dirt Central | Chasin’ Racin’: Albany Saratoga Speedway’s future uncertain

By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Over the past few seasons, racetracks seem to be disappearing across the country. Now it has hit close to home, too close. […]

Obituary: Charity E. Blake

HANNACROIX — Charity E. Blake, 53, of Hannacroix, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at her residence. She was born on Saturday, June 13, 1970, in Albany, the daughter […]

Dirt Central | Chasin’ Racin’: Fonda Speedway returns after 3 weeks of downtime

By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media The Memorial Day weekend usually produces some great racing action in the Capital District, and this year “The Great Race Place,” Albany […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Inaugural Arts in the Park brings arts and community together

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Local artists took their trade to the park last weekend for the first-ever Arts in the Park event. Hosted by Arts […]

Students build a toolbox… and for some, a future

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Warm sun shone down upon the pavilion behind Scott M. Ellis Elementary School in Greenville as fourth graders filed out of […]

Dirt Central | Chasin’ Racin’: STSS Modifieds and High Limit Sprints

By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media What a great week of racing as I made my way to the  Short Track Super Series “Battle of the Bullring” at […]

Greenville salutes the fallen on Memorial Day

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The Stars and Stripes were on full display Monday for the annual Memorial Day parade in Greenville. It was the parade’s […]

Obituary: Linda L. Tanner

DELMAR – Linda L. Tanner, 74, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Gateway House of Peace in Ballston Spa. Linda was born in Rensselaerville on April 27, 1950, […]

Obituary: Ann F. Stevens

Ann F. Stevens, 85, of Watertown, NY, formerly of Greenville, NY, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, at Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown. She was born in Oneida, NY, on […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Fedler promoted to general manager, corporate VP

NYVT Media, a division of Capital Region Independent Media, is pleased to announce the promotion of Julie Fedler to the role of General Manager as well as Corporate VP of […]

Obituary: Bonnie Jean Kearney

Bonnie Jean Kearney, “Bon Bon,” born June 25, 1956, in Catskill, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Raised in Preston Hollow and a graduate of […]

Dirt Central | Chasin’ Racin’: Britten takes home Albany Saratoga win      

By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media After a strong start to the 2023 race season, the popular Australian Peter Britten was sidelined with a finger injury taking him […]

The Retired Investor: Unions make headway across the nation

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media The number of U.S. workers who claimed union membership increased ever so slightly last year from 14.3 million in 2022 to 14.4 […]

Living on Purpose: Control your thoughts or they will control you

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media We all know the feeling of having something on our minds that we have a difficult time letting go of. Similar […]

Aging with Grace: Practical pausing

By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media I attempt to slow down and  take stock of my life every single day. Important things would get away from me, if […]

Oak Hill & Vicinity: Vernon Haskins 1904-1985

By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media A reader recently suggested I write about Vernon Haskins.  Vernon died in 1985, so I never knew him personally, but many […]

Obituary: Adam C. Marrone

Adam C. Marrone, age 59 years young, of Westerlo, NY, passed away suddenly and too soon on April 12, 2024. Born on June 21,1964, in Catskill, New York, Adam was […]

Horses of Unbridled: Whispers from the herd: CD’s journey to friendship

By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Readers, In my weekly column, I usually guide you through the inspiring tales of Unbridled Sanctuary, shedding light on the unique […]

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Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE

Top 5ive celebrates changemakers in our community

By Doug LaRocque Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — The community gathered at The Wire event center Friday evening to celebrate and honor the people and businesses who make our […]

The Retired Investor: Real estate agents face a bleak future

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media It has been a month since the National Association of Realtors (NAR) was forced to scrap a system of broker fees that […]

Living on Purpose: Spiritual sign or natural occurrence?

By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Much of the country recently experienced a solar eclipse. The questions that many speculate about include events like when planets come […]

Obituary: Loretta Marion (Reddy) Lounsbury

Loretta Marion Lounsbury (Reddy) passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. She was 91. She was born Jan. 31, 1933, in the Town of Conesville, to the late Nelson and […]