News Updates
District announces ‘Top 10’ students in Class of 2024
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s been four long years, but with the end of high school in sight, the RCS school district has announced the […]
Dozens turn out for village cleanup
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media As luck would have it, it was a cloudy but rainless spring morning when over 40 people turned out at the Ravena village […]
RCS thespians nominated for theater awards
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS High School Drama Club received two nominations for this year’s High School Musical Theatre Awards for their production of “Mary Poppins.” The Drama Club’s crew was […]
Mosher Park Pool free for town residents this summer
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — By all accounts the second joint meeting of elected officials in the town of Coeymans and the village of Ravena was […]
Columns
Whittling Away: A full life
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve had time to realize that I have a very full life. It might be because it contains so many things that […]
News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges
News Herald – April 25, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 24, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
Whittling Away: Now we’re cooking
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m tired, my back hurts, my hands look like prunes, my shirt is still wet. I had a great time! We just […]
News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges
News Herald – April 18, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 17, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
Events
Program: ‘A Good and Noble Thing’ and the life of Anna Ward Perkins, M.D.
RAVENA — On Sunday, April 14, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present the last of the winter/spring program series. Guest speaker and author Gerald A. Finin […]
Easter Egg Hunt is on its way
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The annual Easter Egg Hunt has evolved into one of the community’s most beloved traditions. Held outside Ravena VFW Post 9594 […]
The Great Migration and Riverview church
COEYMANS — The next program of the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society, scheduled for Feb. 11, at 2 p.m., will feature retired co-pastors of the Riverview Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev. […]
Health & Wellness
Positively Speaking: Where your feet will take you
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media As a young boy in the gritty streets of Torrance, California, Louis Zamperini was no stranger to mischief. His parents, Anthony and […]
Positively Speaking: Stress with a smile
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I waited tables for quite a while in my early acting days. It’s a common choice for actors because you can work […]
Positively Speaking: Mind your own business
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media A close friend of mine shared a fascinating story about a lady in his family from China who lived to be over […]
Positively Speaking: Market volatility
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Growing up, my dad was a huge fan of author and motivational speaker Zig Ziglar, filling our home with the sound of […]
Lifestyle
Social Security Matters: Minister wants to maximize Social Security benefit
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I want to apply for Social Security, but I want to make sure I get all the benefits I have […]
Social Security Matters: Older husband and working wife seek guidance
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 74 years old, retired and receiving Social Security. My wife will be 65 in January of 2025. Our […]
Social Security Matters: Can I claim Social Security and still work?
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be turning 63 soon. Can I apply for Social Security and continue to work? Would I be limited to […]
Social Security Matters: When should my wife claim her Social Security benefit?
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I just saw an article which said that certain spousal options were going away, but there are still good options […]
ALL RAVENA NEWS-HEARALD ARTICLES
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s been four long years, but with the end of high school in sight, the RCS school district has announced the […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Some of RCS’s youngest athletes went toe to toe in the 2024 Dual of the Schools this weekend. The youth wrestling tournament pit young athletes from Pieter B. […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media As luck would have it, it was a cloudy but rainless spring morning when over 40 people turned out at the Ravena village […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I want to apply for Social Security, but I want to make sure I get all the benefits I have […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media As a young boy in the gritty streets of Torrance, California, Louis Zamperini was no stranger to mischief. His parents, Anthony and […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve had time to realize that I have a very full life. It might be because it contains so many things that […]
News Herald – April 25, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 24, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS High School Drama Club received two nominations for this year’s High School Musical Theatre Awards for their production of “Mary Poppins.” The Drama Club’s crew was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS track and field athletes had their last home meet of the 2024 season Tuesday and celebrated six graduating seniors. “Today […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — By all accounts the second joint meeting of elected officials in the town of Coeymans and the village of Ravena was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic, Lorna Littleway and Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media For the second year in a row, Capital Region Independent Media put out the call for nominations for […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 74 years old, retired and receiving Social Security. My wife will be 65 in January of 2025. Our […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I waited tables for quite a while in my early acting days. It’s a common choice for actors because you can work […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m tired, my back hurts, my hands look like prunes, my shirt is still wet. I had a great time! We just […]
News Herald – April 18, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 17, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
COEYMANS HOLLOW — Fire Chief Bill Kapusta has stepped down as chief of the Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corporation after 15 years of service. Kapusta joined the department in 1993 […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media Over the years, the common rooms of the Congregational Christian Church at the corner of Mountain and Main in Ravena have hosted Boy […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — For RCS junior Mary McHugh, Tuesday’s track and field meet against Schalmont and Holy Names offered a first — it was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Eager customers lined the sidewalk outside Simone’s Kitchen as the eatery planned to reopen Wednesday for the first time in two […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be turning 63 soon. Can I apply for Social Security and continue to work? Would I be limited to […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media A close friend of mine shared a fascinating story about a lady in his family from China who lived to be over […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m beginning to think there may be something to this idea of global climate change. It seems that our usual spring has […]
News Herald –April 11, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 10, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena fire department is looking for a few brave souls. The firehouse held an open house Saturday, seeking new volunteers […]
RAVENA – Dennis J. Jones, 66, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, after fighting a long, hard battle with cancer. Dennis […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — At her spacious home on Pulver Avenue in Ravena, 100-year-old Mabel Klenk accepts visitors. Her hair is white now and she […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, April 14, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present the last of the winter/spring program series. Guest speaker and author Gerald A. Finin […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I just saw an article which said that certain spousal options were going away, but there are still good options […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Growing up, my dad was a huge fan of author and motivational speaker Zig Ziglar, filling our home with the sound of […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I drove by the elementary school where I spent the best 38 years the other day. Quiet, parking lot empty and no […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Celebrated Latina vocalist Bronte Roman will once again be the featured performer at Capital Region Independent Media’s Top 5ive Changemakers awards […]
By Marlene McTigue and Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Skywatchers all over the Capital Region have been heading outside this afternoon to watch the solar eclipse. While some areas […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS student-athletes wrapped up another winter sports season, and the results were impressive. “I could not be more proud of how the season went,” said the Director of […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Throughout history, no one has made a greater impact than Jesus Christ. So, who is this person called Jesus? He was […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Growing up, my dad always told me to “dress for success.” But I hardly paid attention. I was the kid with unruly […]
News Herald – March 28, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – March 28, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
Kenneth W. Fuller, 37, of Ravena, passed away Friday, March 29. Ken was born March 30, 1986 in Albany, NY. He graduated from Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School, Class of 2004, and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Everyone had an “egg-cellent” time Saturday. The annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Ravena VFW Post 9594 drew a record-setting number […]
Staff report RAVENA — There is a national foster care crisis in the U.S., with a reported 391,000 kids in the foster care system but only 208,823 licensed foster homes, according […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A small band of the faithful walked through the village on Good Friday to commemorate the walk of Jesus to the […]
Staff Report COEYMANS — It was standing room only at Yanni’s Too restaurant when the RCS Community Business Association gathered to celebrate the launch of Discover RCS, a multi-pronged community […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Well, race fans, it is that time of year again. The race season will soon be here in the Capital District. Race […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The annual Easter Egg Hunt has evolved into one of the community’s most beloved traditions. Held outside Ravena VFW Post 9594 […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s the end of an era — after creating a “football dynasty” with a combined 100 years of coaching experience, three […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: How does Social Security handle the death of one spouse? Say, for example, the husband receives $2,000 per month in […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media They silently witness our lives every day, yet we scarcely acknowledge their presence. As we hustle through our days, our eyes might […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s March. March is not one of my favorite months. Telly, my trusty canine companion, loves the occasional light coating of snow […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Every March, New York state celebrates the vibrant maple industry, and local residents don’t have to go very far to enjoy […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media So, what are your kids up to after school on any given weeknight? Watching TV, playing video games? Here in the town […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Ravena village elections are taking place today, March 19, from noon to 9 p.m. Only two candidates will be on the […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village board will bid farewell to one of its board members come April. Village Trustee Joe Ganley has opted […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media Around 50 members of the Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Community Business Association (RCS CBA) and their guests gathered last Thursday at Patrick Henry’s […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 64 in March and currently receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments. My full retirement age is […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Enemies. We all have them. Some people are your enemy, and you don’t even know it. They may have been motivated by […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Having grown up in the middle years of the last century, I was introduced to a couple of phrases or mottos that […]
News Herald – March 7, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – March 6, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — As part of the budget development process, RCS is looking at the needs and challenges of the district moving forward. District […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — When hard times hit, oftentimes it is the support of family and sometimes total strangers that can make the intolerable, tolerable. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A watershed time period in American history directly led to the construction of one of Coeymans’ major landmarks. Riverview Missionary Baptist […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am collecting full Social Security benefits at age 72 and also working full-time. Why is the federal government still […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Starting all over again often feels like carrying the weight of an ending. It’s challenging to move forward when your thoughts are […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m starting to like routines. Routines are comfortable — doing the same things in the same order means that all is well […]
News Herald –February 29, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –February 27, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
Competitors help to feed the hungry 18 years running By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The 18th annual J-Park Ice Bowl went off without a hitch as […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Rescue Squad recently bid a fond farewell to Chief Brian Dunican, who retired from the position after six years […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — In every small town across America, in home offices, at kitchen tables, in basements, in garages and in old barns, human […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media My mom always said to me, “Toby, just forgive and forget.” I always thought, “Of course, just forgive and forget.” But when […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media In spite of my advancing age, there are still those rare moments when things snap into focus. It’s at these times that […]
News Herald – February 22, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – February 20, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
RAVENA – Susan B. Carhart, 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Born in Ravena on April 10, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Last Monday evening, at the Ravena Village Hall every member of the Town of Coeymans Board and the Village of […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a question regarding my SS benefits. I turned 68 this month and work part-time. I earned $28,000 last […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve always been a cheerleader for chasing dreams, but sometimes, I miss a crucial piece of the puzzle. It’s not just about […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The process of aging fascinates me. Everything in nature goes through the transition from young to old. It’s been going on for […]
News Herald – February 15, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –February 13, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council will take another look at which newspaper should be the town’s official paper of record. The newspaper that […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS teacher Brandon Herwick was named Teacher of the Year by the New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS wrestler Jayden Acomb will advance to the state wrestling championships at the MVP Arena in Albany this weekend. Acomb, who […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media The late, great PT Barnum once said, “Without promotion, something terrible happens… nothing!” That sentiment was at the core of the Ravena Coeymans […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I appreciate your recent article dispelling the myth that politicians have stolen Social Security money. As a CPA, I dispel […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Loss is a part of everyone’s life, as common as the air we breathe. It’s one of those things we all face […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I have been schizophrenic for as long as I can remember. I think everybody is to a certain extent. I’m not talking […]
News Herald – February 8, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –February 6, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — An unidentified individual was found deceased during an early morning fire Wednesday in the village. Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple Sr. […]
Anthony Gatt, 87, died on Feb. 13, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Greece, he was the son of Andrew and Marie Gatt of Chania, Greece. Anthony loved his family […]
Sarah Franchini, of Ravena, was named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Wofford College. Dylan Duvall, a member of the Class of 2027 from Delmar, was named to the [...]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians took second place in the Section 2 Class CC wrestling tournament held in Glens Falls last weekend. RCS scored […]
COEYMANS — The next program of the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society, scheduled for Feb. 11, at 2 p.m., will feature retired co-pastors of the Riverview Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev. […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media What happens when you get three ex-presidents of the RCS Community Library’s Board of Trustees in a room together? Big ideas are hatched. […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m 63 years old and have not yet started my Social Security. I now work for the State of Illinois […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I was recently reading Norman Vincent Peale’s renowned book, ‘”The Power of Positive Thinking.” In it, a chapter titled “I Don’t Believe […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Like an old beagle on his daily route around the neighborhood, I have my daily routine to follow. One of my daily […]
News Herald – February 1, 1924 – F. E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 30, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — What a good dog! Make that “dogs.” The RCS school district’s three facility dogs last week passed their Canine Good Citizen […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — In the past week the RCS girls’ basketball team picked up one victory and dropped two games. The win was a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Longtime state Sen. Neil Breslin, D-46, announced his retirement last week after more than 25 years of service. The 46th state […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — New Town Supervisor Stephen Donnelly proposed reviving the Coeymans Conservation Advisory Council, which was disbanded when former supervisor George McHugh took […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The statewide all-girls wrestling invitational may only be in its second year, but RCS senior Alivia Ortiz has already made her […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My full retirement age (FRA) is 66 and 8 months, which I’ll reach in September 2024. I’m still working three […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Remember when you were young? Anything and everything was possible. You were innocent, you had faith, you were able to believe in […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media As I slide down the slippery slope of “seniordumb,” I have noticed that as my physical activity level gradually decreases, my powers […]
News Herald – January 25, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 25, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians wrestlers are now the Colonial Council champions for this season. The team clinched the championship after defeating Ichabod Crane […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Roger Wilber of the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society may be known locally for his historical research and restoration know-how, but he […]
TROY — The following local students were named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Hudson Valley Community College:
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A man claimed he was robbed at gunpoint after responding to a dating app. Coeymans Police received a report Jan. 24 […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Construction of more than 20 miles of cables in the local area for the Champlain Hudson Power Express Project is getting […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS wrestlers Kaden Potter and Jayden Acomb took first and second place in their respective weight classes at the Schenectady Wrestling […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Early one bright morning, Ludavine, a spirited bloodhound, was let out into the expansive yard for her daily exploration. The property, a […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I found myself with a few spare moments the other day. Telly was dozing on the living room rug, the bird feeders […]
News Herald – January 18, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Miss Louise Bodden gave a very interesting talk on the life and works of Walter Scott, and Mrs. Harry […]
RAVENA – Deborah “Debbie” Griffith passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. Debbie was born on March 2, 1969, in Albany, to Nancy Griffith and the late Robert Griffith. […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The wrestling team is bidding farewell to 12 seniors this year. Here are images of all the graduating wrestlers. Congratulations to all! Special thanks to photographer Gina Pelletier […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos reminded anglers to be safe when venturing onto the ice this season, especially given recent variations in weather conditions. Outdoor […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The new Coeymans Town Council held its first regular meeting Jan. 11 and sparred over the Code Red system and bringing […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 69 years old and my wife turned 70 early last year. I am still working full-time. My wife […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Lately, I have been trying to read more. I bought a book I have been told to read many times, but I […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Last weekend, during a quiet time, I found myself with a few minutes to enjoy my favorite form of exercise. It involves […]
News Herald – January 11, 1924 – F. E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 11, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Firefighters from fire companies across the area bid a final farewell to a local hero on Sunday, Past Assistant Chief […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians’ wrestling team took ninth place in the annual Jamie Mormile Invitational Tournament on their home mat. Senior Kaden […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village is continuing to compile data on lead water services lines running from the village’s water supply into local homes. […]
By Warren Dews Jr. Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: We are pleased to bring our readers a series about the weight loss journey of Warren Dews Jr. He is […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a very good friend who has cancer and will begin chemotherapy this week. He is 71 years old […]
By Toby Moore Capital Region Independent Media Have you ever had one of those days where life seems to be plotting a comedy at your expense? Each step you take […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s that time of the year again, resolution time. A whole brand-new year ahead of us and we get stuck with homework! […]
News Herald – January 4, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 4, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has chosen a new name and mascot, and now they’ve got a new logo, too. And it […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Juliana Fahey was named Artist of the Month at RCS High School for November. Artist of the Month is an RCS High School program that acknowledges an art […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council saw a major political shift on New Year’s Day when three new officials took their oaths of office. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Winter has been relatively mild so far, but that is expected to change this weekend. A winter storm watch is in […]
News Herald – December 28, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 26, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Both my wife and I have worked our entire lives. When we retire, will we both be entitled to full […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We all possess many talents and gifts that vary from one person to another. While some gifts blossom early and visibly, others […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Already a new year is here, seems like just yesterday we were saying goodbye to 2022. I remember as a small child […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians hosted a tournament prior to the winter break for the varsity girls wrestling team and junior varsity boys. The […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The state Department of Environmental Conservation is now the lead agency on the review process for the offshore wind power project […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — An exhibit on display at the RCS Community Library pairs two unexpected elements — art and nature. Workshops held at the […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I turned 65 earlier this year and I still work full-time. I was divorced four years ago after 38 years […]
By Toby Moore Capital Region Independent Media “Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness.” This metaphor encapsulates how our beginnings — our families, our environments — can […]
News Herald – December 14, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 12, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town has filed an appeal of the state Supreme Court decision essentially ordering the planning/zoning board of appeals to approve […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A new exhibit was unveiled celebrating the history of Riverview Missionary Baptist Church. The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society held its annual […]
ALBANY — Proposed offshore wind manufacturing facilities at the Capital Region’s major marine ports will bring an influx of jobs by the thousands while adding billions to the local economy, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A public hearing for a proposed Carver Companies project drew so many people that the crowd spilled out into the street. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — With Christmas just a couple of weeks away, Santa Claus was able to take time out from his busy schedule […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — If there’s one thing we know Santa likes — other than kids and elves, of course — it’s cookies. On Saturday, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Sixteen former RCS athletes and coaches were inducted into the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday. The Athletic Hall of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians headed to Salem-Cambridge for a meet on Friday. Salem-Cambridge came out on top 51-21, but several Indians had victories. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians’ girls basketball team came up short against the LaSalle Cadets in their second loss of the season. The Indians […]
RAVENA — The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will hold a holiday Open House on Sunday, Dec. 10, from 1-3:30 p.m. in its museum, located in the rear entrance of the Ravena […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district is beginning the annual budgeting process for the 2024-25 school year. School Business Administrator Jesse Boehme outlined […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife (born May 1962) and I (born April 1963) are retired and will soon be looking to start collecting […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media For many of us, a never-ending stream of worries dominates our thoughts. These persistent fears disturb our peace of mind and impact […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s almost here! I still get excited about Christmas, I wonder if this will be one of the years that I hear […]
News Herald – November 30, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – November 28, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A motorcycle powered by a lithium-ion battery caught on fire in the village Monday, according to the Ravena Fire Department. It […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It was a busy weekend for RCS wrestlers. Indians wrestlers competed in two tournaments this weekend — the Bethlehem Round Robin and the LaSalle Ladies Round Robin. RCS […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The streets were lined Saturday night with hundreds of spectators looking to usher in the holiday season, Ravena-style. The annual Christmas […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The dog park at Mosher Park continues to have problems with residents not adhering to the rules that have been put […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The school district’s switch from the Indians to the Ravens is beginning its final phase. The district’s team name and mascot […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I was married to my ex-husband for 30 years. For 14 of those years, I was an unemployed mom and […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Speaker and author Earl Nightingale said, “You become what you think about.” I’ve struggled with this concept for many years. Over and […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s now the heart of the holiday season and the three spirits written about so well by Charles Dickens make their yearly […]
HUDSON FALLS – Joseph S. Farinelli, 81, went into the arms of the Lord on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, at Elderwood in Ticonderoga, after a battle with dementia. Born on […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — For the past 13 years, Helping Harvest has helped provide struggling families and individuals in the area with both food and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town has purchased the Grace United Methodist Church building for $450,000 for use as a new town hall. The purchase […]
Jim “Red” Carroll was laid to rest on Oct. 29, 2023, after a long battle with heart disease. Jim was born in Brooklyn on Oct. 6, 1950, to Jim and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The results for the Nov. 7 town and county elections have been finalized by the Albany County Board of Elections. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — No one wants to sit down at an empty table on Thanksgiving, but for some families, that is a very real […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Senior Projects of Ravena held a ceremony last Thursday to officially thank Holcim and other corporate donors who helped raise the […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I retired from working in June but will not sign up for Social Security until age 70. To do that, […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In 1889, the French psychologist Pierre Janet coined the term “subconscious mind.” Janet argued that underneath the layers of critical thought functions […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Thanksgiving is high on the list of my favorite holidays. It comes in just after Christmas and way above Groundhog Day. What […]
Panel Discussion, 11-15-2023 On Wednesday, November 15th, 2023, the New York Press Association held a panel discussion featuring industry leaders in journalism. These local experts were brought together to discuss […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Republican Town Supervisor George McHugh has been defeated by Democratic challenger Stephen Donnelly in the race for supervisor. There will be […]
RAVENA — Are you a teenager interested in the fire service? The Ravena Hose Company will hold an open house to recruit junior firefighters and young people interested in the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The race for town supervisor is so close the results have still not yet been determined six days after Election Day […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — It’s the end of an era in Coeymans as the Rev. Dr. Roxanne Jones Booth and the Rev. Antonio Booth are […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — With the exception of Coeymans’ representative on the Albany County Legislature, town election results are too close to call on election […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It was by far the closest game of the season Friday night, but the Indians found a way to win in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — There was a sea of pink making its way through the village when VFW Post 9594 hosted the annual walk in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Four candidates will be on the ballot vying for two seats on the Coeymans Town Council when voters head to the […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 62 on Nov. 1, and I have chosen to take my benefits early. I know that my […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In my formative years, I often chose silence over confrontation, retreating rather than facing the storm. While there’s merit in sidestepping conflict, […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Watching the news over the past few weeks has me wondering if I followed the wrong career path during my working days. […]
News Herald – October 26, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 24, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — From moose meat to venison to “boomer chili,” there was something for every culinary taste at the first annual chili cook-off […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Always a popular destination for trick-or-treaters, Magnolia Circle will again be closed to non-residential traffic this year on Halloween. Each year, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians won their ninth straight game heading into the playoffs Friday night against the Gloversville Huskies. The Huskies ended the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The number of volunteer firefighters has declined nationally, but the need remains — and Coeymans Fire Company is hoping to draw […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — After standing vacant for about two decades, a local eyesore has been sold and will be redeveloped by a new owner. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Two candidates will be on the ballot Nov. 7 for the county Legislature seat representing Coeymans in the 37th district. The […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a question about the family maximum SS retirement benefit. As I understand it, if the breadwinner is drawing […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media What sparks the essence of our personalities? Some people seemingly dance through life. Every event, however trivial, is met with infectious optimism. […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Telephones are not my favorite thing. Not being one to indulge in frivolous chit chat much, the telephone then becomes a way […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — This year the town of Coeymans has been celebrating the 350th anniversary of its founding. The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society’s final program of that anniversary is to be […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — When a veteran returns from service and struggles to reintegrate into the community, perhaps enduring years of difficulties, where can they […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians’ explosive offense scored a season high of 50 points Friday night to the Ichabod Crane Riders’ 7. The 50-7 […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has released winter sports information for the 2023-24 school year. Please note that not all details, such as coaches, first practice dates, etc., are […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Two candidates are vying for the town’s top spot in the Nov. 7 election. Incumbent Republican Town Supervisor George McHugh faces […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife, born in 1960, was a Texas school teacher for about 10 years and receives a $1,000 per month […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media A life that exemplified triumph over the deepest abysses of despair is that of Dr. Viktor Frankl. During World War II, Dr. […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I woke up this morning feeling a little out of sorts. I didn’t sleep well last night and got up early to […]
News Herald – October 12, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –October 10, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — All schools in the Bethlehem Central School District were in lockout following a report of a bomb threat Wednesday. On Oct. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has put out a survey seeking input from the community on what the district has accomplished and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy released the Executive Budget for 2024. The $819 million budget includes an 8.3% spending increase over […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians football team continued their winning ways Friday night with their seventh straight win of the season. The hometown […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS has a long and proud history in its wrestling program. Many of those high school athletes do not get their […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Carver Companies owns the Port of Coeymans and is one of the area’s largest employers, but the company’s growth and impact […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I read with interest an analysis of the history, reasons and financial costs of the SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media When you ask schoolchildren what they aspire to be when they grow up, their minds dart to specific professions. One might dream […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media One of my chores as house husband of our castle consists of laundry duty. It isn’t one of my more favorite tasks. […]
BETHLEHEM – National Manufacturing Day is observed on Oct. 6, and in honor of that day, three of the largest industries in Bethlehem will be at the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — It’s time to put those creative skills to the test. The village is hosting its second annual “Village of Ravena Scarecrow […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — They came, they saw, they drank. And ate and partied. The second annual Brews, Bites & Bands event was held Sunday […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has unveiled the new team name and mascot. RCS will be the home of the Ravens beginning […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A Selkirk woman was arrested Thursday on gun charges originating from a report from Child Protective Services, according to Bethlehem Police. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Class of 1973 returned to its old stomping grounds Saturday for its 50th reunion. The reunion weekend was filled […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Why are my Social Security benefits being taxed at all? The Social Security FICA payroll taxes taken out of my […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Many of us have an innate discomfort with change. Humans crave predictability — from the consistent taste of our favorite drive-thru burger […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media By the time you read this, I will be the proud possessor of a shiny new left knee. I tried WD-40 on […]
News Herald – September 28, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 26, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town closed out nearly a year of festivities this weekend with the final events marking Coeymans’ 350th anniversary. Family Fest […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS varsity girls volleyball team put their skills to work this weekend to aid cancer research. On Saturday, the team […]
New York State Police and Gov. Kathy Hochul held a press conference Sunday afternoon to discuss the disappearance of 9-year-old Charlotte Sena. The child was last seen about 6:15 p.m. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — When the RCS Indians and the Schalmont Sabres, both undefeated as of Friday night, went head to head, it was a […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Unbridled is a sanctuary, a place of refuge and a safe haven that offers a reprieve to horses from chaotic circumstances as […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor As the town’s chief fiscal officer, it is my honor and privilege to present the 2024 proposed annual tentative budget for the town of […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m turning 95 this year and am caretaker for my wife in our 70th year of marriage. I served before […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The maxim “Use it or lose it” is heard so often it’s practically a background track to our lives. But wait! Before […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Some days I find myself feeling a little overwhelmed and I long for a simpler time, like my childhood days in the […]
News Herald – September 21, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 19, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — This year marks the 350th anniversary of the town of Coeymans, and while many of the celebratory events took place earlier […]
ALBANY — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced the start of several small-game hunting seasons in the coming weeks. WATERFOWL HUNTING New York offers vast waterfowl […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Here are more images from the RCS Indians’ game Friday night against Mechanicville/Hoosic Valley. The Indians picked up another win by a score of 41-6. Thanks to photographer […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Local kids and business owners showcased their talents at the fourth annual RCS Middle School Craft Fair on Sunday. Typically held […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians won again on the gridiron Friday night, this time defeating Mechanicville/Hoosic Valley by a score of 41-6. It was […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Little Red Schoolhouse Historical Society will hold its third fall open house on Sunday, Sept. 24, from 2-4 p.m. The schoolhouse is located on Route 143 […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — After a months-long process and engagement with the local community, the RCS school district is looking to finalize the district’s new […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I live in Michigan and my senior disabled father lives in rural Kentucky. His income is part Social Security and […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The adage “no one is an island” reminds us that we are social creatures, usually with the need to collaborate and thrive […]
I went to the hardware store the other day. My mission was simple — buy some white paint. Little did I realize that I was biting off more than I […]
News Herald – September 14, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: $10 in prizes will be given, $5 for the best costume and $5 for the funniest outfit. Finke’s […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Bargain shoppers and church members gathered at Trinity United Methodist Church on Saturday for the annual Lord’s Acre Auction and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Innovation Station held its grand opening Sunday, giving the community its first look at the new technology hub for local […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians remain undefeated after Friday night’s big 48-0 shutout of Green Tech. The hometown team came to the field […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Town hall was packed with residents looking to air their questions and concerns over a proposal to convert the Grace United […]
BETHLEHEM — The Bethlehem Police Department would like to alert the public to a scam involving individuals who are calling Bethlehem residents and identifying themselves as a police officer with […]
Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Muldoon, 80, of High Point, North Carolina, went home to heaven on Aug. 28, 2023, surrounded by her family after a period of declining health. Liz was […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I plan to retire in 2025 (the year I turn 70). Given that I’m still working, I’m delaying my Social […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The adage “When one door closes, another opens” often rolls off the tongue so easily it risks becoming trite. Yet, in the […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It doesn’t seem that long ago as time is measured that I would go in search of adventure during any free time […]
News Herald – September 7, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 5, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians dominated on both offense and defense in their second game of the season on their home turf Sunday […]
Harriet Gill-Miller, 76, formerly of New Baltimore, passed away three years ago on Jan. 8, 2020. Harriet was raised in New Baltimore, daughter of the late Carrie and Frank Gill. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council will hold a public hearing Sept. 14 to gauge community reaction to the option of purchasing and converting […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There is no question that technology is a good thing. Without it and the search for it, humans would still be hunkered […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 64 years old and still working full-time. My question is — when should I start my Social Security? […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Life has a way of testing us, throwing curveballs when we least expect them. You may find yourself doing everything right, working […]
News Herald – August 31, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 29, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Flach Industries was awarded the contract to build a public restroom facility at Coeymans Landing. Flach submitted the lowest bid, coming […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A group of homeowners is voicing their concerns over construction of sidewalks in their neighborhood. Several residents on Frangella Drive, Einie […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, Sept. 17, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present its first program of the fall season. In keeping with the programs themed around […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor With nearly 11 inches of rain falling on Coeymans in July, it was the wettest July in recorded history! In spite of the heavy […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Is there any way that Congress will vote to pay back the Social Security funds they took and left IOUs […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I’m a people pleaser. I have a tough time saying no. If I tell someone no, I often feel I’m letting them […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The indicators are starting to appear again, those little arrows that start blinking through my mental fog: “Diet-diet-diet.” I know now why […]
News Herald – August 24, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 22, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — From snakes to owls to hawks, there is wildlife all around us every day. Mackenzie Roof, the wildlife programs manager at […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Tomorrow’s leaders in the science and technology fields are being trained right now, and the local community is working to give […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A Virginia man has been arrested and transported to New York on charges related to a domestic incident in Bethlehem. Steven […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Friendship Festival came to Mosher Park on Saturday, uniting a community and bringing together friends both old and new. Now […]
By Tim Farkas Capital Region Independent Media I hated going back to school. I hated having to go back to school. I hated my kids having to go back, and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Friendship Festival is about more than games and fun… it’s a time to make memories. Village Trustee and festival organizer […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Little Red Schoolhouse Historical Society is pleased to announce the schedule for this year’s fall open houses. The schoolhouse, which is located on Route 143 in […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife will be 65 next year, and her full retirement age is 66 years plus 10 months. Can she […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The dream thief is a cunning adversary lurking in the shadows, ready to strike at any stage. Whether you’re at the beginning […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Cocaine, alcohol, nicotine and yard sales. All addictive, all life-ruining, but fortunately the first three can be fought, subdued, and in some […]
RAVENA — Struggling families have access to deeply discounted fresh produce at Helping Harvest, a low-cost grocery store program, thanks to the Seymour Fox Memorial Foundation. Hope Full Life Center, […]
COEYMANS – Joyce (Mosher) Olmsted, 76, passed away on Aug. 7, 2023. Born in Endicott, NY, she is the daughter of the late Harold and Bernice Mosher. Survivors include her […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council is considering purchasing and renovating the Grace United Methodist Church building and turning it into a new town […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Perhaps one of the most unique outcomes from the COVID-19 pandemic is that it turned a local teen into a nationally […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The days of summer are dwindling and that means one thing in Ravena — the Friendship Festival is almost here! This […]
RAVENA — The Ravena Fire Department will host a steak dinner on Friday, Aug. 18, from 4-7 p.m. Dinners are sold pre-order only. Purchase tickets by calling 518-756-2089. Meals can […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have been working since I started collecting Social Security when I turned 62. Last year I was apparently overpaid […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media One of my favorite books is “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie. The book has so many helpful […]
By Robert J. LaCosta For Capital Region Independent Media A recent family-and-friends baptism at church renewed an obvious and profound conclusion: babies aren’t influenced by the world. Besides her obvious […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media After all these years here in “upstate New York,” I have to admit to being ignorant to the monsoon season in this […]
News Herald – August 10, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 8, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Lawson Lake on Saturday hosted Albany County’s first-ever Recovery Picnic. The event, the first of its kind in the area, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Local youngsters spent four weeks this summer learning about everything from art to cooking to math. Approximately 280 students participated in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Technology is changing at a rapid pace — from Smartboards to distance learning platforms — that have changed the face of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The first day of school may be a couple of weeks away still, but team practices for RCS athletes is gearing […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media It has all come down to just six points for the Fonda Speedway Amsterdam Truck Center Modified Track Championship as Demetrios Drellos […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — There is a historical gem just minutes from Ravena that can bring the experiences of American sailors to life — the […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: As a military veteran, I was told that the final amount of my Social Security should be a little higher […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Many of us have dreams and aspirations. The path toward these goals can often bring us into a fierce struggle. After much […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There’s a basic difference between men and women and it’s not what you might think. Men tend to be content with things […]
News Herald – August 3, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 1, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — When Senior Projects of Ravena found itself in need of a new vehicle, the organization put out the call, and the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media DELMAR — Hundreds turned out at Elm Avenue Park last Tuesday for the annual National Night Out festivities. National Night Out is an […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — The state on Thursday unveiled plans for a new bridge to be built on Route 9W over the train tracks in […]
ALCOVE — The Alcove Preservation Association is sponsoring its annual Take-Out Chicken BBQ on Thursday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until sold out at the Ravena Grange on state Route […]
GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Theater Festival, informally known as ATF, has returned to its iconic blackbox in Glens Falls, New York. The summer theater is about to stage the […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The New York State Department of Transportation will host a public open house on Thursday evening, Aug. 3, to discuss plans to replace the Route 9W bridge over […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife turns 65 in November of 2023. She was born on Nov. 21, 1958. I am a year younger […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media On the road to accomplish your dream, you’re going to have plenty of opportunities to give up. You may have to try […]
Today I whipped up a batch of muffins. No one would believe that I had produced these fat, warm little beauties, in fact I was accused of trying to steal […]
News Herald – July 27, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 25, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
SOUTH BETHLEHEM – Susan M. Weisenburn, 89, passed away on Friday morning, July 28, 2023, at Delmar Center after a long illness. Sue was born in Albany on Aug. 3, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — What will be RCS’s new team name and mascot? The “Indians” name is in the process of being retired after the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council held an informal public hearing July 27 to gauge the community’s position on repairing the town hall building, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Three of the RCS district’s four schools qualified for a federal program that provides free breakfasts and lunches to all students […]
News Herald – July 20, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 18, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife worked for the U.S. Postal Service in New York for about 22 years, and then in the private […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Take a trip down memory lane to when we were kids. Everything was fresh and new. We watched the world in awe […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I had the great good fortune to have started life as an only child. This blissful condition lasted for two years, during […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A traveling farm made a stop at Mosher Park last Monday and kids lined up to meet the animals. The event […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Families have been making memories at the Mosher Park Pool for more than five decades. And even before that, what is […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Senior Projects of Ravena delivers thousands of meals every year to homebound seniors in southern Albany County, but they can’t do […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Well, Chasin’ Racin’ lives on. We just had to take some time away, but we are doing much better and ready to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — After a delayed opening, Chick-fil-A opened its doors at the newly renovated New Baltimore rest area on the New York […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My husband of 21 years died in January 2022 at the age of 70. We were both retired at the […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media One of the prevailing messages in the United States is that anybody can pull themselves up by the bootstraps and create a […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The larder was getting low so I decided to do a major re-supply trip to the market. Having the short-term memory of […]
COEYMANS — Families turned out for the annual fishing derby hosted by the R.C. Sportsmen’s Club. The fishing derby, held every June, is now in its 44th year. Held at […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — Over more than 50 years of service, Norma June left an indelible mark on her community and last Saturday the community […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — Callanan Industries got its start at a quarry in Selkirk and 140 years later has grown to include sites across much […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The RCS school campus hosts a major summer bike race each July, but this year there was a new twist to […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The summer just started, but for those student-athletes planning to compete on the field this fall, registration starts as early as Friday, July 21. Registration for varsity and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GLENMONT — Two cats died when a fire broke out in a Glenmont home, according to Bethlehem Police. The fire, at a home […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Town officials cut the ribbon Tuesday on the renovated Riverfront Park at Coeymans Landing. The project came with a price tag […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am a 62-year-old widower that is still working full-time. While my late spouse was in hospice, I was able […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Have you ever read this old yet poignant poem by Jessie B. Rittenhouse? “I bargained with life for a penny, And life […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Puttering around is an art form that as a fairly new senior citizen I’m trying to fully understand and participate in. It […]
News Herald – July 6, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 4, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
SELKIRK – Charles Golding, 88, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, July 6, 2023. Charles was born in Bennington, Vermont, on Feb. 4, 1935, a son of the […]
RAVENA – State and local elected officials, members of the Southern Albany County business community, and area residents recently joined the Ravena cement plant’s leaders and workers to celebrate the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A woman’s body was found Tuesday floating in the Hudson River in Selkirk. The body was seen floating in the river […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town is expected to revise a proposed law prohibiting farm animals and fowl in some areas of the town. Proposed […]
Capital Region Independent Media hosts digital seminar for local businesses to help them connect with customers online. UPCOMING EVENT: DIGITAL SEMINAR, JULY 19, 2023 Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Mosher Park Pool opened its doors last month and returned to a full schedule June 26. The pool will mark […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The RCS Community Library’s summer reading program got off to a sweet start last weekend with an ice cream social. Every […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I just started receiving my Social Security in February of 2023. I am also working part-time at a company 24 […]
By Robert J. LaCosta For Capital Region Independent Media “If God seems distant, guess who moved?” This old saying could be putting its finger on background noise. An analogy, or […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Father’s Day has already passed, but I wanted to share with you a letter that my father, Gary W. Moore, the founder […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I grew up outside of Malone in upstate New York between North Bangor and Westville. Our little farm was a mile or […]
News Herald – June 29, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – June 27, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — What lies behind the fences and tall walls of your neighbors? Area residents had the chance to find out during the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Engineers have excavated portions of the town hall building to identify the source of mold that is growing in the structure […]
By Deborah E. Lans For Capital Region Independent Media There aren’t many reasons to dislike spring and summer, but ticks are one. The blacklegged tick, aka deer tick, becomes active […]
BETHLEHEM — On June 19, the Bethlehem Police Department completed phase one of a large-scale project that has equipped officers in the town of Bethlehem with body-worn cameras. The body-worn […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I was widowed years ago and, when I approached age 60, I looked into Social Security survivor benefits based on […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media My life is full. So is my garage, the cellar and my closet. I came to this conclusion while trying to close […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media With Canada still experiencing wildfires, the state’s Department of Environmental Conservation again issued a statewide air quality alert Wednesday afternoon. Both the lower […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district handed out senior awards and scholarships to dozens of students in the Class of 2023. This year’s scholarship awards were given as follows: Emma […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS bus driver Becky Walker was awarded the 2023 AAA Hudson Valley Safe Bus Driver Award on June 14. The award is given to drivers who present themselves […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Fourth graders from A.W. Becker Elementary School toured the State Capitol Building just before the end of school, with one group stumbling across a chance visit with the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Class of 2023 at RCS High School celebrated their graduation Friday evening and now will look to the next chapter […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Rescue Squad has been expanding its outreach in the community to put life-saving skills into residents’ hands. The squad […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics are among the fastest growing sectors of the economy, and students at RCS […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 80 years old and I receive monthly Social Security benefits, but I’m thinking about returning to work. At […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media As an individual driven by ambition, I often find myself brimming with the can-do spirit, ready to conquer all that lies ahead. […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s funny how life reverses itself — the younger you are, the older you want to be. I can remember distinctly being […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A project that first got its start 20 years ago is finally coming to fruition. Town and county officials broke ground […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district is narrowing down the possibilities for a new team name and mascot, and is asking the community […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A local church celebrated a milestone of its own alongside the town’s 350th anniversary celebration this year. Riverview Missionary Baptist Church […]
News Herald – June 8, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – June 6, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I retired from working in January of this year and have since claimed Social Security. I didn’t work at all […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Renowned motivational speaker and entrepreneur Jim Rohn said, “There are times when you just lose, no matter what you do; it’s that […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I love words. I’ve always loved words. That’s not a strange statement coming from one who became an almost-famous columnist known near […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media A black bear was sighted in the village June 13, Mayor Bill Misuraca announced in a statement on social media. There has been […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Three of RCS’s top athletes signed letters of commitment to play their sport at the college level. RCS record-breaker Hannah VanDerzee […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A high-speed chase that began in Coeymans and ended in Delmar led to the arrest of a local man on numerous […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Fifth graders and school faculty at the district’s two elementary schools are getting ready for a big day — Moving Up ceremonies, as students prepare to make the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town turned out in huge numbers this weekend to celebrate the 350th anniversary of Coeymans, culminating in a parade from […]
COEYMANS — The town of Coeymans on Saturday celebrated 350 years of history since the granting of the Coeymans Patent in 1673. Here are photos from today’s parade from Main […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Central School District received over 800 responses with more than 100 different names from its first rebranding survey that was distributed to the school and community […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The weekend’s 350th anniversary celebration got off to a wet start with rain Friday night at Joralemon Park, but it couldn’t […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — After months of planning, organizing and hard work, Coeymans’ biggest weekend of the year is finally here. The town is celebrating […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravena-Coeymans Selkirk chapter of the National Honor Society welcomed 21 new members — 18 from the sophomore Class of 2025 — in a formal induction ceremony held […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Hypothetically, if I plan to sign up for Social Security at 70 and pass away before that, I will get […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Many are familiar with the beatitudes that are a section of a larger discourse spoken by Jesus in His earthly ministry. […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Do good things come to those who wait? I don’t know; I guess it all depends! Growing up, they said my age […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Not for the first time, I’m glad that I’m not a senior in high school. The seniors have survived prom but now […]
COEYMANS — On June 22, from 4-8 p.m., a tour of the town’s beautiful gardens will take place as the community continues to celebrate the 350th anniversary of Coeymans. Each […]
Submitted by the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society For Capital Region Independent Media The town of Coeymans was formed from the original town of Watervliet, on March 18, 1791, and was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Long Energy filed suit against the town and joint planning/zoning board of appeals after a proposal to build a bulk fuel […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media DELMAR —A structure fire at two apartment buildings at 9 Equinox Court in Delmar was deemed not to be suspicious, but both buildings […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced that the fishing seasons for muskellunge began on June 1 in inland waters and will open June 15 […]
News Herald – May 25, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – May 23, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am fast approaching 65 (in August) and plan to continue working full-time. I would like to know the implications […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In the fabric of life, there is a thread we seldom dare to pull because it seems a little harsh. It’s an […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Bears, humans and beagles have all had the good fortune to have been born omnivores. For those of you who slept through […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS’s got talent. And that talent was on full display last Tuesday when the district held art shows at the middle […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — A crowd gathered outside Medway-Grapeville firehouse Monday to pay tribute and to honor troops that made the ultimate sacrifice. Each […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — The Taste NY program is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2023 and on Thursday marked the occasion at the Capital […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A public hearing over a proposed new town law governing properties that have multiple zones within them drew pushback from the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — SABIC is a global company headquartered in Saudi Arabia, but it has plants all over the world, including locally in Selkirk. […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I retired at age 58. My husband and I worked 40 years of employment each. I had a 401K only…no […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I don’t want to sound negative, but have you ever noticed that when you’re feeling good about something you’re about to do, […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m in a crabby mood, which is unusual for one of a naturally sunny disposition. Things started going sour around five o’clock […]
RAVENA — The RCS Community Business Association will hold a business mixer on Wednesday, May 24 at 5 p.m. Come on in and mix it up with your friends and […]
Site will include area’s first Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — The New Baltimore rest area on the New York State Thruway is […]
RAVENA — The week of May 21 through May 27 is National EMS Week. To commemorate this occasion, the Ravena Rescue Squad is pleased to announce they will be hosting […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The parking lot at RCS High School recently was the scene of a mock car crash with a clear message to […]
350th anniversary festivities gearing up with parade, concerts and more By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — It’s something you will never see again in this lifetime — […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — School officials are looking into a pair of incidents this week of threats written on the wall at the RCS Middle […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The annual Recycle Day event was held Saturday, enabling town residents to dispose of 80,000 pounds of unwanted items free of […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: We were married two years ago at ages 78 and 81. Do we need to do anything with Social Security? […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media A few years ago, I spoke with a friend who enthusiastically shared his newfound interest in Stoicism. Puzzled, I inquired, “What’s that?” […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The price of gasoline just hit home. It has been sneaking higher and higher each time I fill my car, so the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Voters approved the RCS school budget for the 2023-24 school year with 565 in favor and 239 against. The $53,548,486 budget […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — About 70 church parishioners walked through the village last Sunday raising money and awareness of hunger on both the local and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Voters on Tuesday will cast ballots to approve or reject a proposed $53.5 million budget for the RCS school district for […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Four candidates will be on the ballot May 16 in the RCS board of education election. Candidates presented their ideas and […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The novelty of holding a set of car keys is liberating for a young driver, but it also carries a heavy set of consequences when not maintained with […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We’ve all been tempted to point fingers at others for the hurdles we face. Certain actions by people can indeed create stumbling […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Spring has arrived in our yard with all the subtlety of a pink bulldozer. The gardens that I raked just a couple […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A small plane crash Thursday afternoon sent all three occupants to the hospital. The crash took place around 3:42 p.m. Thursday […]
Nationally ranked BMX freestyler sets sights on the future By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The community may very well have a future Olympian in its ranks. […]
News Herald – April 27, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 25, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The parking lot of Village Hall was transformed into a celebration of local artistic talent this Saturday. The second annual We […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians baseball team is on a four-game winning streak. The run started when the team defeated the Cohoes Tigers by […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A Bethlehem man has been arrested in connection with a child pornography investigation, according to state police. Jason Sammon, 39, of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravena Fury took fourth place in the annual Ravena Fury team dual meet tournament, held at the RCS High School […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The annual Ravena CROP Walk will be held this weekend, with walkers beginning and ending at Mosher Park in the village. […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 62 in 2024 and am considering starting benefits at that time. I will have two children under […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in the business of family, work, holidays, kids, illnesses, friendships and countless other […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Capital Region race fans were once again treated to some great weather and even better racing at Albany Saratoga on Friday and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALCOVE — Rainy weather pretty much all day long may have deterred some people from putting on their annual yard sales Saturday, but […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The Long Energy project that would build a fuel storage facility on Route 101 appears to be at an impasse after […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Curtis Blackmore’s name will forever be remembered on the basketball court at RCS High School, and now his name is also […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Jordan Flach has been named Firefighter of the Year at the Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corporation. Flach was honored for […]
When it comes to fishing in the early spring, trout are usually the main act, but it can also be a good time of year to target panfish species such […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — A public hearing and meet-the-candidates night has been set for next Wednesday. The hearing will be held May 3 at 6 […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am considered disabled by state of Washington doctors, but Social Security has turned me down three times when I […]
Sharon Curtis, of Delmar, was among the top-performing students inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa honor society in a recognition ceremony at SUNY Delhi in April Phi Theta Kappa is [...]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media How much do you think a smile is worth? Is it measured in wealth, fame or beauty? Some of us might think […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It all started with toilet paper. A couple of years ago, I started noticing that despite the ads to the contrary, the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Local resident Jackson Hildebrandt is a rising star in the game of flag football, and has even taken his talents on […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — More than 30 volunteers from the village and town turned out Saturday to clean up local streets in celebration of Earth […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A Rhinebeck man is accused of raping a Coeymans woman he allegedly met on social media, according to the Coeymans Police […]
Samuel Lambert Jr., at the age of 81, on Saturday, April 15, walked into the welcoming arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. Born in Torrington, Connecticut, he was the son […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My 62nd birthday is in late August of this year. I would like to start collecting Social Security, but after […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Picture this: You’ve been granted an opportunity to travel back in time and you find yourself face-to-face with none other than Napoleon […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The other day I went to sit at the kitchen table for a second cup of coffee and fell off my wallet. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A nascent grassroots group has formed to present a united front and seek changes in the community. The Coeymans Neighborhood Association […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Well, race fans, here we go again for another year of Chasin’ Racin’ and I did just that heading to the historic […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media “Changing Your Life One Story At A Time” is the registered trademark of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book series. Creative […]
By Melanie Lekocevic For Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The years-long COVID-19 pandemic hit many businesses and populations hard, but perhaps none more so than seniors and the organizations […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m a retired firefighter and live in Ohio. I earned Social Security from my side employment, but the Windfall Elimination […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I know a 92-year-old doctor who stays just as busy and motivated as a young man 60 years younger. He stays up […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media When I was a younger man, my leisure time was filled to capacity with things like whitewater rafting, car racing, competing in […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, April 16, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present another program on local history as it welcomes Tom Sweeney, president of the Alcove […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Board of Education approved an agreement that gives the Albany County Sheriff’s Office 24-hour access to cameras monitoring district […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Students in RCS schools have all kinds of talents to showcase, and the schools spent recent weeks showing off their talents in the arts. Check out our Arts […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The traditional Easter Egg Hunt at Mosher Park hasn’t taken place since 2019, but egg hunters made up for lost time […]
RAVENA — One of Ravena’s most fun-filled events is here — the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The event is hosted each year by VFW Auxiliary 9594 and the Unitas Memorial […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Fire Department held its annual membership meeting April 4 and elected a new slate of officers for the coming […]
ALCOVE — The annual Alcove Community Yard Sales is Saturday, April 29. Registration forms may be picked up at the front of the Little Red School House on State Route […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Why can a non-working spouse claim half of their working spouse’s benefit even though they have not contributed to the […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Life is a whirlwind. We must contend with a relentless tide of stress that threatens to engulf us all. You may be […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media This morning I decided it was time for my yearly checkup. Oh, I don’t mean a medical checkup or anything formal, it’s […]
News Herald – March 30, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – March 28, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALCOVE — County and town officials broke ground Monday on a new state-of-the-art renewable energy highway garage in Alcove. The former facility, built […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — A vacant building was destroyed in a structure fire on Friday, according to the Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corp. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic, Emilia Teasdale and Doug La Rocque Capital Region Independent Media The Top 5ive Awards will be distributed to winners at The Wire event center in Coxsackie on […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Unforeseen events can shake our world to the core, leaving us scrambling. COVID-19 lockdowns caught us off guard and demonstrated that even […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It occurred to me the other day that there is an area of education that has blatantly been ignored. There is no […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A fatal head-on crash on River Road in Selkirk on Tuesday left one man dead, according to the Bethlehem Police Department. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS district is looking to set up a committee to help come up with a new team name and mascot. […]
COEYMANS — A new group called the Coeymans Neighborhood Association is forming and will hold its first meeting April 4 from 5:30-7 p.m. The meeting will be held at the […]
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced changes to reservations at DEC campgrounds for the upcoming season, including new same-day reservations to help add flexibility and ease […]
News Herald – March 16, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – March 14, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 67 next month and reached my full retirement age in July 2022. My wife and I are […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media After years of taking acting classes, I learned something interesting from one of my teachers: begging for approval from the director is […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m going to put a block on The Home and Garden Channel. I think it’s the leading cause of arguments between spouses […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Ever wonder how all that maple-y goodness gets onto your pancakes? The answer: From maple producers like Crosstown Maple, where it […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The area’s youngest wrestlers had the chance to shine on the mat this weekend. The 21st annual Ravena Fury Youth/Varsity Tournament […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The environmental group Clean Air Coalition is seeking answers on the clearcutting project that removed nearly 30 acres of trees from […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — With St. Patrick’s Day celebrations going on all over the Capital Region this weekend, Coeymans is holding its first-ever ‘beverage trail,’ […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Pre-kindergarten registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open, running through Friday, April 21. The district is planning for four in-district, full-day pre-kindergarten classrooms for the 2023-24 […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: When one becomes a widow/widower, what is the most efficient way to start receiving the deceased’s monthly Social Security? Signed: […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Some events are so heinous that finding a positive aspect can be challenging. In these situations, the only ray of hope that […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s a losing fight. Dieting, I mean. How come it’s so much fun putting it on — a few dozen cartons of […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — They may still be a couple of months away from graduation, but the list of the top 10 students in the Class of 2023 at RCS High School […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The resignation of planning/zoning board of appeals attorney Andrew Brick set off a firestorm of controversy at Thursday’s meeting of the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Months of learning, planning and rehearsing came together this weekend as the cast and crew of “The Addams Family” musical shined […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Local residents voiced frustration and anger over the clearcutting of trees from a plot of land on Bronk Road owned by […]
RAVENA — The Clean Air Coalition of Greater Ravena-Coeymans will host two community meetings to discuss the clearcutting of trees on Bronk Road and the group’s concerns over transparency from […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: We have hosted international college students for years, all of whom needed to apply for a Social Security number upon […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Jesse Owens was born in 1913 in Alabama, to a family of sharecroppers, amid the Jim Crow era of segregation and discrimination. […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I stopped by the gas station the other day and I got to remembering when gas stations were called service stations. Not […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — It was a steady stream of guests, donors and well-wishers Sunday as the community turned out in droves to support one […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media DELMAR — A Delmar man was arrested March 2 on numerous charges of illegal weapons possession. Grant Ostrander, 34, of Delmar, was arrested […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — A Palenville man is under arrest after allegedly fleeing police and striking a gas pump, according to a statement from […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s that time again — time to register students for the spring sports season. Spring sports at RCS include: baseball (modified, junior varsity, varsity); softball (modified, junior varsity, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS senior Hannah VanDerzee is officially in the record books. VanDerzee broke the all-time leading scoring record for RCS girls’ basketball […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am a 62-year-old Canadian expat who has lived in the U.S. for the last 30 years. I worked in […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Born into slavery, Frederick Douglas was driven to seek freedom at an early age and escape the bonds of slavery, and find […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve got to go get some new shoes. I hate to, the ones I have now are really comfortable. Sure, the sole […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — As small-town residents often do, the community is pulling together to support one of its own. A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will […]
By Rev. Dr. Roxanne Jones Booth For Capital Region Independent Media EDITOR’S NOTE: February is Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the achievements and contributions of African-Americans. […]
News Herald – February 23, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – February 22, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA – A pair of projects at the Holcim plant are expected to give Ravena and Coeymans a new look, according to the […]
The following local students were named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at SUNY New Paltz: West Allen, Morgan Sumner and Bryce Swiader, of Selkirk; Isabella Cremo, Eliana [...]
News Herald – February 23, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – February 22, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Artist of the Month is an RCS High School program that acknowledges an art student each month. The Artist of the Month is a student who comes to […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — On Saturday, Feb. 4, the High School Science Olympiad team competed in the regional competition at Ballston Spa High School. They competed against 18 teams from across the […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Robert Smalls was born into slavery in South Carolina in 1839. From a young age, the plantation sent him away to work […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — On Saturday, Feb. 4, the High School Science Olympiad team competed in the regional competition at Ballston Spa High School. They competed against 18 teams from across the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Soups for Seniors contest and fundraiser was held for the first time in the village, and the event packed the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Town Supervisor George McHugh cited park improvements, economic development and truck traffic, among other issues, in the state of the town […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians boys’ basketball team defeated the Coxsackie-Athens Riverhawks in non-league play 46-38 on Wednesday. Leading RCS in points was Nick […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 56 and hope to hold out to get maximum Social Security at age 70. However, with all of […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media On a sprawling plantation in Maryland, Harriet Tubman took her first breath into a life of servitude, surrounded by fields of cotton, […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Some days I find myself feeling a little overwhelmed and I long for a simpler time, like my childhood days in the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Like a hot bowl of soup on a cold winter’s day? Who doesn’t? Soup lovers will have the chance to sample […]
Record-setting wrestler also a rising music star By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS junior Alivia Ortiz made school history when she traveled to the first-ever statewide […]
RAVENA –The Ravena cement plant, part of the Holcim family of companies in the U.S., has announced two strategic hires that will help further its mission of sustainability and environmental […]
News Herald – January 26, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 25, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Schalmont Sabres squeaked past the RCS Indians’ boys’ basketball team Friday. The Sabres scored 52 to the Indians’ 45 in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS wrestling team celebrated its graduating seniors last week on Senior Night. Five Indians will conclude their high school careers […]
SELKIRK — The A.W. Becker Parent Teacher Association (PTA) was recently awarded a grant from the National PTA to help educate families and students on internet safety, according to the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — New Yorkers have until Feb. 28 to submit comments on the State Education Department regulation requiring school districts to retire Native […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Last month I tried to contact Social Security, who never picked up a phone on their end. The same with […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In 1748, James Armistead was born into the world, and his life was far from ordinary. James was born into slavery, designated […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Telly, my trusty canine companion, and I were just finishing our daily morning ur-a-peeing tour of the yard when I noticed the […]
Digital mapping project mandated under federal law By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Village workers are going door-to-door seeking information on residential water lines to comply with […]
BETHLEHEM — The RCS Indians placed 7th overall in the Bethlehem JV Dual Meet Tournament on Jan. 29. Rising star Jayden Acomb, competing in the 118-pound weight class, received the […]
GHENT—Newspaper owner and editor Parry Teasdale has agreed to sell The Columbia Paper, a weekly in the Town of Ghent N.Y., and the news website www.columbiapaper.com to Capital Region Independent Media, […]
TROY — Tax season is just around the corner and thanks to a new collaboration with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, Hudson Valley Community College staff, students and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — GE announced Thursday that it has submitted plans to build two new manufacturing facilities at the Port of Coeymans. The company […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians wrestling team took 2nd place in the Ichabod Crane tournament last Friday. The tournament drew eight teams from around […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS wrestling team took home another win Tuesday after defeating the Mohonasen Warriors 43-27. Seven Indians saw victories on the […]
RAVENA — Continuing with the 2023 schedule of programs celebrating Coeymans’ 350th anniversary, the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will feature guest speaker John Blaisdell at 2 p.m. on Feb. 12. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — With ongoing technical difficulties in broadcasting town board meetings, officials have made the switch to Vimeo. Vimeo is a video sharing […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I retired on Feb. 1, 2022. I collect a pension from my employer plus a union pension, as well as […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We’ve seen so many superhero movies that we’ve been conditioned to think that a hero must have superhuman abilities. Like Superman, “faster […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve decided that when I grow up, I’ll become a weatherman. I’ve got a lot of experience dealing with weather and as […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Grange each year puts knowledge into the hands of local kids through the Words for Thirds program. Every third […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — With a mold problem in the basement of town hall, officials are looking at remediating the problem, making repairs, and then […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Indians wrestler Jorge Betancourt won every match he competed in at the Hoosick Falls Duals. Betancourt, wrestling in the 285-pound weight […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Two RCS wrestlers took second place and one placed fourth in the Schenectady Invitational on Jan. 14. Franky Broadhurst won second […]
As my husband, Harry A. Sturges, wished, I am reinstating the column, “News from the Past,” initiated many years ago and continued until 11 August 2022. Its new title will […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am presently 67 years of age and am still working full-time. I am receiving Medicare coverage, but I have […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media You could be hurting, and your family could be in trouble. Every day feels like a grind; you can’t make it from […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Lately guns and gun controls seem to be the topic of some of the news broadcasts I watch or listen to. They […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — Sometimes, doing the right thing has its rewards. The Bethlehem Grange received national recognition for its work in the community and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The guidance promised by the state on mandated mascot changes in school districts that use Native American imagery has still not […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Each month the Physical Education Department at RCS Middle School recognizes individual students for the hard work they demonstrated in class during the entire month. Students were nominated […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians girls’ basketball team was defeated by Academy of the Holy Names on Friday. The final score was 65-51. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians wrestlers won big against the Ichabod Crane Riders in a dual meet Thursday. The Indians defeated the Riders […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Imagine that in your golden years, after doing all that had been asked of you by people you trusted, accepted and worked […]
Basketball, soccer star looking to take play to the next level By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It takes many years of hard work and dedication to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Wrestling may have been in his mind at Saturday’s Jamie Mormile Invitational, but Kaden Potter ended up with much more than […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians boys basketball team fell to a tough Catholic Central squad 60-46 Tuesday. The Crusaders are unbeaten on the […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We all know people who will not say something polite just because it’s socially desirable. They feel that if they compliment somebody […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a question about the family maximum SS retirement benefit. As I understand it, if the breadwinner is drawing […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I will admit to being a news junkie. I like to be up to date with my knowledge of the world in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — After a contentious public hearing that drew substantial opposition to a moratorium that would have delayed the approval process for a […]
Five Republicans take oaths of office in new year By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Town Councilman Brandon Lefevre was appointed and sworn in as the new […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Voters in the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk school district voted to approve a $15 million capital project when they headed to the polls Jan. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — The incumbent county executive, sheriff and comptroller announced their re-election bids Saturday. The trio — Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy, Sheriff […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Voters will head to the polls Jan. 9 to determine the fate of a $15 million capital project for the RCS […]
By Thomas Marra For Capital Region Independent Media GLENMONT — An excavator struck a bridge in Glenmont, slowing traffic on Route 9W Monday evening. Bethlehem Police responded to a call […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — When Archie the facility dog began his RCS High School education in June, students were lined up to welcome him. Now, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The town of Coeymans is gearing up for the birthday bash of a generation. The town will celebrate the 350th anniversary […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians boys’ basketball team picked up its third win of the season Wednesday. The team defeated the Cohoes Tigers […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 68 years old, born in July 1954. I have the credits necessary to qualify for benefits. The Social […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media New Year’s has come and gone, and 2023 is here! Are you excited about the year ahead? I am enthusiastic about what […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The holiday season is now officially over. There are just a few signs of its former glory remaining. There are still Christmas […]
In other news, town offices moved temporarily due to mold problem By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The new sewer rates for 2023 have been set and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — While the adults may have stayed up past midnight on Saturday to welcome 2023, for area kids, their big bash was […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — With only one day left in 2022, we are at the end of our countdown of the Top 5 Stories of the year. So here it is — […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A Troy man was arrested and faces charges of grand larceny and fraud related to a boat repair shop he owns […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Cobleskill-Richmondville Bulldogs edged past the RCS Indians 36-34. The teams faced off at RCS on Dec. 30. Five Indians defeated […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the 2023 Catskills Fire Tower Challenge to highlight the world-class tourism destinations and recreational opportunities in the Mid-Hudson Region. […]
COEYMANS — We are down to the Number 2 story of 2022 in our year-end countdown. In November, voters elected the full slate of Republican candidates to office, and at […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I lost my wife several years ago and I qualified for Social Security Spousal benefits. Unfortunately, because of my income, […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I took a new approach to holiday shopping this year and purchased everything online. I have become accustomed to online shopping through […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Already a new year is knocking on the door. Seems like just yesterday we were saying goodbye to 2021 and 2023 is […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor Happy New Year! 2023 is going to be a great year for Coeymans! Due to popular demand and positive feedback from our residents, we […]
With just a few days left in 2022, we are halfway through the final week and the countdown of the top 5 local stories of 2022. Here is Number 3, […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — Today we continue the countdown of the top 5 local stories of 2022. The Ravena News-Herald looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — With the new year soon upon us, the Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 stories of 2022. As the clock ticks down the final moments of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians boys’ basketball team topped Mohonasen 57-49 in in-league play Dec. 22. The Indians’ Jack Reif led all scorers […]
Even though the deer hunting season has ended in much of the northern zone, there are still many opportunities to fill your deer tags through special and extended seasons in […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, Jan. 8, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will begin the 2023 year by focusing its monthly programs on local history to celebrate the […]
The Reverend William H. Pape died peacefully on Dec. 6, 2022, at Teresian House in Albany, NY, after a long illness. A native of Ravena, he was born March 9, […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: When I started getting Social Security at 62, I was told by the SS office I would get a smaller […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Everybody enjoys talking about being better because talking about it is easier than doing it. To truly become better, we must be […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media At last, the weather is below freezing and there are snowflakes flittering through the frosty air. Time to do the outdoor decorating […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s been years since they stepped onto a field, court or track, but the contributions of this year’s 19 RCS Athletic […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The school district is presently in a holding pattern over the future of the “Indians” team name and mascot and is […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Ten schools headed to RCS on Sunday for the school’s annual Round Robin wrestling competition. The Indians came out on top, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians boys’ basketball team got their first win of the season Tuesday on their home court against Cobleskill-Richmondville. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — From hearing a story by their favorite elf to making their own snow, kids at the RCS Community Library had a […]
By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media As a child, I regarded bees as a threat, fearing their stings. As an adult gardener, I’ve moved on to value and admire […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The Christmas tree is up, the lights are hung on it. The Queen loves the tree and couldn’t wait to get it […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media When my father, his publisher and I set out to build a web platform for independent filmmakers, I didn’t know what I […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — The Albany County Legislature unanimously adopted the 2023 county budget Dec. 5. Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy first presented the proposed […]
Big Tech has put local journalism on life support and it’s undermining our ability to govern ourselves. In the past two decades, Americans have watched their local papers shutter their […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians girls’ varsity basketball team lost a heartbreaker Saturday after making a near comeback in the waning minutes of the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A petition with 243 signatures has been submitted to the town board seeking to prevent a proposed three-month moratorium on propane […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will hold its Holiday Open House with the theme, “A Year of Celebration,”on Sunday, Dec. 11, from 1-3:30 p.m. in its museum on […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: Food, fun and fellowship — they are the hallmarks of small-town life. Parishioners at Trinity United Methodist Church have for years […]
By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media When American gardeners like me look abroad for inspiration, we typically turn to England. Recently, though, I was put in touch with […]
ALBANY — With several hunting seasons in full swing, Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share the woods and follow common-sense safety precautions. […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We are deep into the holiday season, and almost all of us are busier during the holidays than during the rest of […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media How did civilization exist before the invention of the cell phone? Being of an age where I was born BC (Before Cellular) […]
NEW BALTIMORE — The New Baltimore Conservancy cordially invites the community to “Caroling at the River” at Cornell Park, Mill Street, in the hamlet, on Friday, Dec. 9. The fun […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — The community’s Christmas parade and tree-lighting ceremony took place Saturday. Here is a photo gallery of images from the weekend’s festivities.
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Santa Claus made an early stop in Coeymans Hollow to have lunch with the children a couple of weeks before […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS — With sirens and Christmas music blaring and hundreds of marchers and spectators, the annual holiday parade “officially” ushered in a season […]
ALBANY — Hunting season, and particularly deer season, evokes many feelings for hunters across New York, according to the state Department of Environmental Conservation. With the firearms seasons now open […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — Trinity United Methodist Church in Coeymans Hollow will hold “Souper Saturday” on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 12-2 p.m. There will be free soup, snacks, beverages and fellowship. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district is planning to put a proposed $15 million capital project to a vote in January. “We approved […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m nearing 68 years old and have never signed up for Medicare, but thinking that I should look into it. […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Life sometimes goes differently than planned. Maybe there was construction on the freeway and you had to take another route; in the […]
By Dr. Billy Holland For Capital Region Independent Media God has been stirring me for the last several years to realize there are many levels in our relationship with Him […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Santa, It’s December, time to write to you, so here I am again. I hope after all these years, you’re not […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS — With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, the community is looking ahead to the next few weeks of holiday celebrations. The unofficial […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS boys’ basketball team took a loss in its first game of the 2022-23 season, falling to the Coxsackie-Athens Riverhawks […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will hold its Holiday Open House with the theme, “A Year of Celebration,”on Sunday, Dec. 11, from 1-3:30 p.m. in its museum on […]
Brianna Buckley, of Delmar, was awarded a bachelor of science degree by Elmira College in the fall. Delmar resident Jack Diligent was a member of the scenic construction crew for [...]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We’ve all been disgusted by something in our lives. Disgust is a feeling of aversion a person has towards something offensive. It […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I awoke the other morning feeling a need for change in the daily routine. I needed to do something out of the […]
By Rick Remsnyder For Capital Region Independent Media MIDDLETOWN — Senior running back Aidan Lochner was hoping things would be different in this year’s NYSPHSAA state semifinal contest against Pleasantville […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Before the first course was served on Thanksgiving, the community gathered Thursday for Turkey Bowl 2022 at Mosher Park. The just-for-fun […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GLENMONT — The HEARt Ear Boutique cut the ribbon on its new office in Glenmont Plaza on Route 9W last Thursday. The business, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The number of incidents requiring discipline in the schools is up since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and the school district is […]
Here are some scenes from Saturday’s game against the Peru Nighthawks. The Indians defeated the Nighthawks 35-19 and will head to the state semi-finals this weekend. Big thanks to Jennifer […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Each month the Physical Education Department at RCS Middle School recognizes individual students for the hard work they demonstrated in class during the month. Students were nominated by […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos recently announced deer and bear hunting seasons in New York’s Southern Zone began Saturday, Nov. 19. Hunters can continue […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media If I were to walk down the street and ask each person what they were afraid of, they would mostlikely say, “nothing.” […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I do not like going to the doctor’s. I believe that for once, I am part of a vast majority of the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s like deja vu all over again. The RCS Indians again defeated the Peru Knighthawks in a replay of last year’s […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Local businesses and charitable groups pooled their resources and efforts to help 100 local families have a bit more joy this […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A former Coeymans police officer has been indicted on felony charges alleging he falsified paperwork to a state agency with regard […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The CodeRED emergency alert system is coming to Coeymans. The town board first proposed purchasing the mass notification system in July […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — History is alive with the stories of our past, the ways our ancestors lived and the cultures they embraced. We all […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — An Amsterdam man was arrested on numerous weapons charges following a traffic stop on the New York State Thruway, according to […]
ALBANY — The League of Women Voters of Albany County (LWVAC) will celebrate its 100-year history and honor 16 Life Members who have been part of the League for more […]
Here is a photo gallery from Saturday’s sectional title game between the RCS Indians and the Lansingburgh Knights. Special thanks to Jennifer Kennedy for all the photos!
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians steamrolled through the Lansingburgh Knights in an away game Saturday afternoon in the Section 2 Class B football championship […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Veterans put everything on the line in service to their nation, and on Friday the local community saluted them for it. […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present its next program, a talk by Richard Muggeo on “Pieter Bronck’s Beer Brewing and […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am a few weeks away from my 61st birthday in November 2022. I was wondering how far in advance […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Have you ever heard of “quiet quitting?” Quiet quitting is when you do what is required of you at your place of […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I like old houses. I’ve always liked old houses. Our current habitation is 165 years or so old and is loaded with […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Election 2022 was a good night for local incumbents in the town and at the state level. In Coeymans, the two […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The five Republican candidates on the ballot swept in Tuesday night’s election and both town propositions were rejected by the voters. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — They’ve been on the battlefield, they’ve been leaders in their community, and now, they have something they sacrificed to do those […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians shut out the Gloversville Huskies in a Friday night rematch of last year’s Class B semifinal game. The Indians’ […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Republican Highway Superintendent Daniel Baker and Democratic candidate Peter DeLuke will compete in the Nov. 8 election for the top spot […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Four candidates will be on the ballot Nov. 8 vying for two open seats on the Coeymans Town Council. Both seats […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor As the shorter days of autumn remind us that winter is coming, this is a good time to reflect on our town and ourselves. […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Doesn’t it seem like everything is difficult? Even the most simple and mundane tasks can be such a chore. I’ve learned that […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media While casting about one slow afternoon for other uses for this creative mass of mental mold I seem to have been blessed […]
TROY — The second program in a four-part concert series at Hudson Valley Community College will feature New Baltimore resident Thomasina Winslow, acoustic blues guitarist, who will perform at noon […]
By Ronald Hotaling and Cindy Rowzee For Capital Region Independent Media We are Ronald Hotaling and Cindy Rowzee, and we are running for the open seats on the Coeymans Town […]
By Peter DeLuke For Capital Region Independent Media I’m Peter DeLuke, and I am running for Town of Coeymans Highway Superintendent. I’d like your readers to know a little bit about […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Seventy-four homes in the town now have access to something they’ve been clamoring for for years — high-speed broadband. The town […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media With state Senate district lines redrawn earlier this year, longtime state Sen. Neil Breslin, a Democrat, is running for re-election in the 46th […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Republican Richard Amedure is making his bid to replace longtime state Sen. Neil Breslin in the newly formed 46th State Senate District. Amedure […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — It’s one of the finest features of small-town life — when one of its own needs a helping hand, the community […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Nolan Energy cut the ribbon on its new 8,000-square-foot building on Route 9W last Tuesday. The building was constructed on the […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The registration period for winter sports at RCS opened this month. Registration for junior varsity and varsity winter sports began Oct. 14, and will run through Monday, Nov. […]
COXSACKIE — On Thursday, Oct. 27, the Greene County Historical Society is pleased to announce that GCHS President Bob Hallock will offer the program “Greene County in the 1920s and ‘30s.” […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: A helping hand with no strings attached and no questions asked is a rare find. One couple in Selkirk is doing […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Social Security is confusing in itself and gets even more confusing when you receive multiple answers to the same question […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Japanese author Dr. Masaru Emoto, who passed away in 2014, wrote a book that became a New York Times best-seller, “The Hidden […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There’s this silly thing that happens every year and it seems to be happening a little earlier each year. My wardrobe appears […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — When voters head to the polls Nov. 8, they will determine the fate of two referendums that will be on the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — St. Catherine’s Center for Children opened its doors on Main Street last week to serve at-risk families in need of a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — Four people were arrested and face numerous charges in connection with what Bethlehem Police are calling an “identity theft ring.” Police […]
ALBANY — Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy and the Albany County Legislature last week released the county’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Public Engagement Survey, seeking community input on […]
TROY — Officials at the Troy Turkey Trot, presented by Pioneer, have opened registration for the 75th edition of the Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 24, at TroyTurkeyTrot.com. The […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Social Security is confusing in itself and gets even more confusing when you receive multiple answers to the same question […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — The Bethlehem Central girls’ tennis team took home the Section II championship last Saturday. The team went unbeaten during the regular […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Japanese author Dr. Masaru Emoto, who passed away in 2014, wrote a book that became a New York Times best-seller, “The Hidden […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There’s this silly thing that happens every year and it seems to be happening a little earlier each year. My wardrobe appears […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Veterans who served in the armed forces made sacrifices for their nation, and now, the community will show its appreciation by […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media WEST SAND LAKE — A Bethlehem woman is charged with stealing money from an elderly person at a senior living facility where the […]
Team shuts out Glens Falls with 49-0 victory By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians have racked up another two wins in the last two weeks, […]
By Liana Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — The leaves were a riot of color and there was a crispness to the air as hundreds turned out for […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Zombies, ghosts and ghouls took over Joralemon Park this weekend — and the community turned out by the hundreds. Horror […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A traffic stop for a suspended registration led to two arrests on several weapons charges after police found multiple weapons in […]
LATHAM — Sunmark Credit Union, a full-service, community-chartered credit union serving New York through financial services and education, will host a free Community Shred Day on Saturday, Oct. 15, from […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — Fall is in the air and fishing is still underway, which is why you’ll want to join Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy at the Albany County […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town’s tentative budget for 2023 has been released and is showing a 3.17% increase in town taxes in the general […]
Please note that the deadline for initial political letters to the editor related to the Nov. 8 election is this Saturday, Oct. 15. The only politically themed letters accepted after […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Hundreds of U.S. flags were burned in a ceremonial retirement service outside VFW Post 9594 on Wednesday. The VFW Post and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — With the Friendship Festival — geared largely to children — in the rearview mirror, a village official set out to come […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village is planning its first adult-only event, complete with adult beverages a la Oktoberfest. “Brews, Bites and Bands” will be […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The community turned out in force Sunday to support the Special Olympics and the local family that has made it their […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: If I file at age 63, what percentage does my wife receive if I die? Does this percentage change if […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Lately, I have been trying to read more. I bought a book I have been told to read many times, but I […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media As I gracefully meander down the path of life, the farther I meander the more I find that certain things annoy me. […]
By Bob Beyfuss For Capital Region Independent Media My job for 31-plus years as a Cornell Cooperative Extension agent was to advise farmers, homeowners, gardeners and pretty much anyone else […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Whether funny or spooky, it’s time to get those creative juices flowing for the village’s first-ever scarecrow contest. The “Village of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: A hurricane is certainly not good news, but when local residents give of themselves to help those in need, that is […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Three people were arrested Sunday in connection with an armed robbery in the village, according to Coeymans Police. The alleged incident […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — With tail wagging and ready to snuggle, Archie the facility dog has joined RCS High School this year. Archie, a black […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor Democracy will be on full display this year in the town of Coeymans. The voters of Coeymans will have the opportunity on Nov. 8, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A Bethlehem man was arrested and charged with possessing forged U.S. currency and driving with a blood-alcohol content more than three […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Perhaps East Durham, Cairo and the surrounding counties and towns have access to the Fountain of Youth because residing within its borders […]
Ravena resident Virginia Frazee is on the 2022-23 swim team at SUNY New Paltz. Emilie Moss, of Delmar, has been named to the Southern New Hampshire University summer 2022 President’s […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Are you open-minded? I like to say I am, but am I? What does it mean to be open-minded? Is it even […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The morning air has a little bite to it and a few colored leaves flutter down. It’s fall, football time! If I […]
COXSACKIE — On Sunday, Oct. 2, celebrate the fall season in the Hudson Valley at the Bronck Museum’s Heritage Craft, Food and Beverage Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Another season has come and gone at the “Track of Champions,” Fonda Speedway, and promoter Brett Deyo sure saved the best for […]
BETHLEHEM — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona has named Elsmere Elementary School a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. It is the second time the K-5 school has earned the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CATSKILL — What looks like a standard highlighter pen, tube of lipstick or USB drive could mask a sneaky alternative use — a […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media It’s a hard lesson to learn, but not everyone you encounter in life will be for you. You’ll meet people who will […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The start of another school year crept up on me again this month. I guess since I retired from teaching I’m starting […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS district’s school business manager, Joanne Moran, resigned from her post and her temporary replacement is a former superintendent from […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Most of us may buy our food at the local supermarket, but knowing how it gets there is important, according […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Town Supervisor George McHugh was at odds with several members of the public and two town board members at the Sept. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — After a high-flying first two games with big scoring victories, the Indians took their first loss of the season Friday night […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — An East Greenbush man is being charged with attempted murder and other charges in connection with a domestic incident Thursday night […]
ALBANY — New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos reminds hunters that September marks the beginning of several hunting seasons in New York state. Hunting seasons […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media It was at age 5 when I made my first trip to the races. Since then, racing has been a big part […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — State police have released more details on the fatal crash that took place on Route 9W on Wednesday. Charles Woullard, […]
By Bob Beyfuss For Capital Region Independent Media “The older I get, the faster the summer seems to pass by” is a common complaint of old people, like myself, as […]
CAIRO — Awards were given out to fire companies in numerous categories at the annual Greene County Volunteer Firemen’s Association convention dress parade this weekend. The Ravena Fire Department won […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — Two people are reportedly dead following a head-on collision on Route 9W in New Baltimore. The crash occurred Wednesday morning. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Never forget those who put their lives on the line and who remain lost to us. That was the message members […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The school district is expected to hire a new principal at RCS High School at this week’s board of education meeting. […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 70 in January and my wife will be 65 in February, at which time we will both […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve almost been rich lots of times and it still might happen. I’ve planned for my financial future by collecting all sort […]
Second Chance Sports and the Learning League are offering copies of a special poster featuring 12 of the most famous jockeys in recent Saratoga racing history. The Saratoga Dirty Dozen […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — It has been 21 years since a pair of airplanes struck the World Trade Center, and terrorist attacks in a field […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Now in its third year, Coeymans Riverfest 2022 will celebrate the community and all it has to offer this weekend. This […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Three Democratic candidates will be on the ballot in the November town election. Nominated at a caucus in July, the candidates […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Betrayal comes to us all. Sometimes in life, we meet people who seem to provide exactly what we are looking for. It […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The start of a new school year means a fresh start, reuniting with friends, and the prospect of lots of learning […]
By Bob Beyfuss For Capital Region Independent Media The “hit and miss” showers and thunderstorms that I have complaining about the past few weeks finally scored a direct bullseye on […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The halls of the RCS school district will be alive with the sound of children’s voices once again this week as […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media LEE, Mass. — A body found Thursday in a wooded area in Lee, Massachusetts, has been confirmed to be the remains of Delmar […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Coming off a record-setting season in 2021, the RCS Indians made a triumphant return to the field Friday in their first […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media LEE, Mass. — A body found in Lee, Massachusetts, on Sept.1 is presumed to be that of missing Delmar woman Meghan Marohn. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Five months after construction on a major downtown Coxsackie project was halted, the community has changed its tune. Work on the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EDITOR’S NOTE: Here’s the latest in our ongoing “GOOD NEWS!” series. We hope you have been enjoying hearing about the good things that […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A Ravena man has been arrested and charged with forcibly touching minors at the Mosher Park Pool. Austin Williams, 27, was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Friendship Festival marked its 38th year in the village of Ravena this weekend. Always held on the last Saturday in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Kids piled into the RCS Community Library last week to get up close and personal with a snake. A snake, a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A South Bethlehem woman has been sentenced to one and a half to three years in prison for stealing $53,121.86 from […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The 38th annual Friendship Festival will be held this Saturday and the village is gearing up for a day of fun. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALTAMONT — A mother and son were arrested and face assault and other charges stemming from an alleged incident at the Altamont Fairgrounds, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Families must once again fill out an application for free or reduced-price meals in the RCS school district. The requirement is […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EDITOR’S NOTE: Here’s the latest in our ongoing “Good News! Stories” series. Sometimes, it’s the simple things that can make a big difference. […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Marlene McTigue has been appointed the new chairperson of the Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Community Business Association by its board of directors. She has served the board for five […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A dry summer with little rainfall has prompted a request from Mayor Bill Misuraca — ease up on the sprinklers. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALTAMONT — The Altamont Fair opens today and will continue through Sunday. Running from Aug. 16 to 21, the fair will have something […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A Hannacroix man has been charged in a fatal crash in the town of Bethlehem, according to the Albany County Sheriff’s […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Longtime town historian and Ravena News-Herald columnist Harry Sturges died Thursday. Sturges, 94, was a longtime columnist for the newspaper, compiling […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The proposal to build a new town hall in Coeymans will go to a vote and will be on the ballot […]
COLONIE — Veronica Ann Mitchell passed away Aug. 4, 2022, in Ocean City, Maryland, at the age of 80. Veronica was born in DuBois, Pennsylvania, in 1942, the daughter of […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor With summer upon us and autumn right around the corner, the town board and staff are hard at work with several projects underway and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is the second in the Ravena News-Herald’s ongoing “Good News” initiative — a concerted effort to shine a light […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW —The Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corporation held its first annual Steak Bake last Saturday and the event was a sell-out, according to fire officials. “We would like to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media FEURA BUSH — Local, state and federal Republican leaders Monday morning decried a proposal to reduce the overtime threshold they say could put […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Ravena attorney Carlo de Oliveira won one of the largest verdicts awarded by a jury in Otsego County. Working on behalf […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — High school principal Dr. Lisa Patierne will retire at the end of October. The district has established a committee to set […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Longtime Town Historian Harry Sturges resigned from the post effective July 15 and his colleague, Joseph Boehlke, will replace him. At […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Active shooter incidents have become all too common, with 61 taking place in 2021 nationwide, according to FBI statistics. The increase […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Old Ravena Road will be closed to traffic beginning Monday for a bridge replacement project, according to Albany County Executive Daniel […]
RAVENA – Mary C. Driscoll died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, July 30, 2022. Taught to love God, home and family by her Mom and “Pops,” Margaret B. and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is the first in the Ravena News-Herald’s ongoing “Good News” initiative — a concerted effort to shine a light […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Rebecca Shook, the village of Ravena ambassador, used grit, determination and a relentless drive to be the best swimmer she could […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The world is full of bad news these days — high inflation, skyrocketing gas prices, mass shootings, hate crimes, a global […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A Bethlehem man was arrested Thursday and faces charges of possessing and promoting child pornography, according to a statement from state […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Well, we finally made it back to the “Home of Heroes,” Utica Rome Speedway, a facility that has sure lived up to […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — A Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School graduate found the education he needed – and a job he likes – at Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School. Roberto Gonzalez chose […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village’s newest businesses are partnering up to offer two local favorites — beer and barbecue. The Smokin’ Pig Deli & […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — The town planning/zoning board of appeals declined to make a decision on an August concert and camping event at Magic […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — More than 200 competitive cyclists hit local streets Saturday for the annual Capital Region Road Race. The race, which is hosted […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media The first case of monkeypox in the county has been confirmed, Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy said Tuesday. The individual’s name and other […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town board gave a unanimous thumb’s up to a bond resolution to construct a new town hall. The resolution gives […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Hundreds of competitive cyclists are expected to take to the streets Saturday for the Capital Region Road Race, which will wind […]
It seems that everywhere one looks these days the main topic is that of weight loss. It is one of the perennial subjects of talk shows and news programs. I […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It may feel like the school year just ended, but the time has come to sign up students for the fall […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council will hold a public hearing Thursday on a proposal to extend water and sewer lines in the hamlet. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Mosher Park was alive with the sound of laughter and goofy music Thursday as the RCS Community Library hosted its kick-off […]
RAVENA– The Lafarge Ravena cement plant is marking its 60th anniversary this year. The plant’s groundbreaking was in 1961 by the original company, Atlantic Cement Co., and the facility, now […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town is considering implementing CodeRED, a mass communication notification system that would send alerts to everyone in the town. Troy […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — More than a dozen local companies — including several of the largest employers in the area — were at the first-ever […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — If temperatures in the 90s weren’t enough, you can be certain it’s officially summer when the Mosher Park Pool gears up. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A handful of residents expressed concerns over the cost and timing of building a new town hall at a public hearing […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A community job fair will connect local employers with workers looking for jobs. Local resident Rosemary McHugh, who is married to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Class of 2022 took its final bow Friday evening at the commencement ceremony held at the Empire State Plaza Convention […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — On Friday the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe V. Wade, the 1973 high court ruling that determined there is a constitutional […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — If cool cars and rumbling engines are your thing, Hot Rods in the Hollow was the place to be last […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — High school senior Uchenna Uba continued her winning ways at the state championships. Uba is now the state champion in Division […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media In a year filled with rapidly changing energy prices, utility rates are expected to rise over the summer, according to Central Hudson. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The school district is seeking community input on a possible capital construction project that could bring widespread changes to school facilities. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — It was a time when students used inkwells for their writing utensils, coal kept the classroom warm and female teachers […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — On June 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a car cruise at Trinity United Methodist Church, Route 143, Coeymans Hollow. Come enjoy classic […]
LATHAM — Sunmark Credit Union and the Sunmark Charitable Community Foundation announced recently they have again partnered with Beekman 1802 to celebrate the “Summer of Kindness” in their local communities. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — For graduating seniors, the annual walk-thru tradition is a glimpse back into their own past, and for younger students, it’s a […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos reminds visitors to New York’s outdoor spaces to focus on safety before they head out to their outdoor adventures. Ahead […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor As we welcome spring, the Town of Coeymans has truly hit the ground running with new and exciting projects already underway. Construction of a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The student accused of making online threats against fellow students at Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School has been arrested, Albany County Sheriff Craig […]
By Bob Beyfuss For Capital Region Independent Media Yesterday, late afternoon, I sat outside and watched the “Flight of the Bumblebees” in real life. Actually, they were carpenter bees, but […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A Main Street building that has been vacant for more than a decade is scheduled to be demolished this summer, Mayor […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GLENMONT — An unidentified minor has been charged with arson in connection with a fire Monday morning. The Bethlehem Police Department responded to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — After two years of being shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, last weekend’s AgFest was so popular, parking spaces […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Two Albany men have been arrested and charged with the illegal sale of cannabis products to minors in Ravena. The men […]
Memorial Day weekend marked the unofficial start of the summer season in much of New York state. The summer-like temperatures actually arrived a week ago, as we experienced almost record […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town board will hold a public hearing June 23 at 6 p.m. to gather community input on the proposal to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — The town’s planning/zoning board of appeals granted an appeal Wednesday filed by Town Supervisor George McHugh with regard to a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — A crowd gathered at the memorial opposite the Coeymans Hollow firehouse Monday for the annual Memorial Day ceremony honoring the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — In what may have been one of the largest CROP Hunger Walks locally, dozens turned out to raise both awareness and […]
RAVENA – Legrand Charles Noack Irwin, 72, passed away May 18, 2022, following a long illness. He was a graduate of Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School and was a United States Navy […]
Alice F. “Tootie” Halloran, age 80, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2022, in her beloved home overlooking the Hudson River in New Baltimore, New York. She now joins her […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Under bright skies it was race day at the “Battle of the Bullring” 50-lap Short Track Super Series at the tough, tight […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — There’s a new principal in town. Denise Capece was appointed to a two-year probationary appointment as the principal of RCS Middle […]
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced waterfowl hunting season dates for 2022-23. The Canada goose season length in the Northeast, West Central, East Central, Hudson Valley, […]
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and by now I would hope that everyone in our region is on the alert for the deer ticks that transmit this as well […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — The joint planning/zoning board of appeals will not make a decision on the proposed concert series at Magic Forest Farm […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Voters approved the $52.1 million budget for the 2022-23 school year when they went to the polls May 17. The budget […]
RAVENA — A free digital marketing seminar offered at Faith Plaza on May 26 will help local businesses build their digital footprint and develop new marketing opportunities. The seminar is […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The inaugural We Love aRtCS Music and Art Festival drew hundreds Saturday to celebrate local artistic talent in the community. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Voters will head to the polls May 17 to determine the fate of the proposed $51,256,929 school district budget and to […]
RAVENA — Rosemary, lovingly known as “Rosie,” was born and grew up in Yonkers, NY. She attended Roosevelt High School and then SUNY Oswego in Oswego, NY, where she met […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GLENMONT — Police are seeking information on an alleged burglary at the Walmart store on Route 9W in Glenmont. The Bethlehem Police Department […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media After several months of volatile utility prices, Central Hudson claims electricity rates have declined by 55% in May. “Central Hudson’s residential price for […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media You can now add Utica Rome Speedway to tracks that are now open for the 2022 racing season. What started as a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A new business focused on the creative spirit of local artisans has opened its doors on Main Street. The latest new […]
DAYTONA BEACH, FL — Edward L. Luther Jr., 80, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2022, at Emory L. Bennett State Veterans Nursing Home. Born on April 1, 1942, in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A Ravena man was arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop for an expired inspection sticker, Albany County Sheriff Craig […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Village officials may consider closing the dog park near Mosher Park. The issue was raised after vandalism of trees at the […]
