By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — Four key issues were the focus of the annual State of the Town address delivered by Bethlehem Town Supervisor David VanLuven […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media As I age gracefully and mature into the full bloom of senior adulthood, I find that my circle of friends and acquaintances […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — How can the community get younger people — and some of the youngest students — more involved in their community? That […]

News Herald – January 30, 1925 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 29, 1890 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Town Supervisor Stephen Donnelly EDITOR’S NOTE: Town Supervisor Stephen Donnelly released the annual budget message for the town. Below is his message in its entirety. It is the duty […]

Thursday, Feb. 6, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS—The town of Coeymans has been awarded $17 million through New York state’s Fast NY-Track program to enhance electrical infrastructure and support shovel-ready […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Many people feel they can’t have the life they want because of their past limitations or failures. Maybe your family wasn’t there […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS wrestling team honored its graduating seniors on Senior Night during a tri-meet against Lansingburgh and Maple Hill. This year’s […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 65 and currently working full-time. Can I apply for and start receiving my Social Security benefit? I’d expect […]

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The boys’ basketball team scored a season high Monday against Troy but it wasn’t enough. The Ravens put 60 points on […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Board of Education launched its search for a new superintendent at its Jan. 22 meeting. The board announced in […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I paused the other day during my mid-morning energy booster time, and had a little ponder about my snack.  It occurred to […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — While the numbers are preliminary and not yet finalized, the RCS school district may be looking at a tax cap in […]

News Herald – January 23, 1925 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 22, 1890 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS High School FIRST Tech Challenge Team won the Motivate Award and took 17th out of 26 at the qualifier tournament in Utica. The team’s autonomous score […]

Thursday, Jan. 30, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. No registration […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Grange celebrated a significant milestone last week, marking the 20th year of its “Words for Thirds” campaign. The initiative, […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Sometimes, life feels so busy I dream of having one more day in the week. How great would that be? Eight days […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Jayden Acomb took first place in the 131-pound weight class in the annual Schenectady Invitational. Acomb defeated five straight opponents, from […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty:  For most folks collecting Social Security, you get back what you put in within three to five years, so for […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens inched past the LaSalle Cadets in a dual meet 36-34 to become the Colonial Council champions. Coming up […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The gym stands were packed Saturday afternoon as the RCS Athletic Hall of Fame inducted 15 former athletes into its Class […]

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district invites everyone in the community to a public forum on volunteerism on Monday, Jan. 27, at the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School library. In partnership with […]

RAVENA – “Understanding Herman,” an evocative photography exhibit by journalist and photographer Marlene McTigue, is now on display at the RCS Community Library. Presented by Old-School Naturalist, the exhibit runs […]

News Herald – January 16, 1925 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 15, 1890 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Patsy Nicosia Capital Region Independent Media With the presidential inauguration earlier this week, the biggest question in the 21st Congressional District remains who will be the local representative in […]

Thursday, Jan. 23, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

RAVENA – The Knights of Columbus of Ravena, NY – Mother McAuley Council 3424 – held its first National Spaghetti Day supper in January. The Knights of Columbus held a […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve always been a person who loves to travel. Over the years, I’ve taken dozens of road trips, spanning almost every state. […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The girls’ basketball team had a big win at home Saturday afternoon right before the Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS boys’ basketball team fell to the Ichabod Crane Riders by a score of 59-49 Saturday afternoon. The team played […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m 72 years old with 20 years of military service. I am retired collecting Social Security, my military pension, and […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK – The town of Bethlehem officially opened its new food scraps composting shed at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in December, marking a significant […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I was sitting quietly the other day having a pleasant little ponder, something I try to fit into my busy schedule daily. […]

ALBANY — State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli released a report that showed nonprofit organizations in 2022 provided 1.3 million jobs to New Yorkers, just over 1 in 6 private sector […]

News Herald – January 9, 1925 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 8, 1890 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors Wm. J. Cox in Coeymans Hollow […]

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — New technology changes are coming to the RCS Central School District. At the board of education’s Jan. 8 meeting, District Superintendent […]

Thursday, Jan. 16, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media NEW LEBANON — On a winding road up Mount Lebanon in New Lebanon, Columbia County, a remarkable piece of history has been brought […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media After their stunning victory on Christmas morning in 1776, General George Washington and his army held Trenton, aware that the British would […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — More than two dozen teams and their fans crowded into the two gymnasiums at RCS High School last weekend for the […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife will reach her full Social Security benefit at 66.5 years of age, which is just under two years […]

ALBANY — Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy and the Albany County Legislature last week announced the county is investing over $1.5 million in opioid settlement funds into a series […]

By Dick Brooks Capital Region Independent Media I awoke to find that the weatherman had sprinkled an inch or so of fluff over my backyard and yes, I’m holding him […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The contributions of local individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations that make our community thrive are countless, from those helping to feed […]

News Herald – January 2, 1925 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 1, 1890 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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RAVENA — On Sunday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present its first 2025 program. Join in as speaker Ron Gabriele relates the program, “The […]

Thursday, Jan. 9, from 4-5 p.m. The library will supply materials and ideas for kids to unwind and get creative after school. There is no specific project or goal; instead, […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens took second place in the annual Lewis Johnson Memorial Duals on their home mat, and Aiden Forster won […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media During the first Christmas of World War I, something extraordinary happened. Amid the mud, barbed wire, and endless gunfire of the Western […]

By Catherine M. Oliverio For Capital Region Independent Media So, what is your New Year’s resolution? There are so many to choose from. The most common resolution is to lose […]

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 Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EARLTON — It’s January, the temperature is a toasty 27 degrees and there’s ice floating in the water — it’s the perfect time […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM – In a bold step toward environmental sustainability and climate resilience, the town of Bethlehem is establishing itself as a leader in […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Already a new year is here, seems like just yesterday we were saying goodbye to 2023.  I remember as a small child […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALCOVE — Since 1848, the chimney that soars above the Valley Paper Mill Park just off Route 143 in Alcove has stood sentry […]

Saturday, Jan. 4, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join in for the library’s Saturday Fun for Families monthly event. This month, participants will learn how animals adjust to the winter season. The […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media VALATIE — When Hurricane Helene struck the Southeast in late September, countless families, communities and businesses were devastated. One local company has done […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media As 2024 winds down to a close, it’s time to take a look back and see what some of the top issues and […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I had to start collecting Social Security at 62, and I am 75 now. I believe that in the last […]

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By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media The small mountain communities of western North Carolina are still reeling in the wake of Hurricane Helene, a storm being called a “1,000-year […]

News Herald – December 19, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 18, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media The reaction to the release of a video of the beating death of 43-year-old state prison inmate Robert Brooks at the hands of prison guards […]

By Doug LaRocque A small plane had made an emergency landing on the NYS Thruway near Albany’s exit 23. There were three people on board but state police say none […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Board of Education announced on its website that District Superintendent Dr. Brian Bailey’s contract has concluded and will not […]

News Herald – December 12, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 11, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

Capital Region Independent Media’s Warren Dews Jr., representing the Times-Journal, joined this spectacular glimpse into history. If this video does not display properly, please click here to the original.

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — What is now commonplace in the local area — the RCS acronym for the school district — was once a hotly […]

Thursday, Dec. 19, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens took to the mat again as the 2024-25 wrestling season got underway. The team faced off against Tamarac […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media As the holiday season heats up and the smell of roasted turkey and pumpkin pie fills the air, it’s easy to get […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It was a banner year for the RCS girls’ modified volleyball team, which finished with an impressive 13-0 undefeated season under […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It was a tough week for the RCS varsity basketball teams. Last Tuesday, the girls’ team trailed most of the game […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media  Dear Rusty: In a recent article about Medicare’s “Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount” (IRMAA) and how IRMAA affects Social Security taxes, you described […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — This may be Santa Claus’ most hectic time of year, but he’s never too busy for the kids of Coeymans […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I was getting the bird feeders ready to put up for another winter and just for a fleeting moment I thought about […]

News Herald – December 5, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 3, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media VALATIE — When Hurricane Helene struck the Southeast in late September, countless families, communities and businesses were devastated. One local company has done […]

By Dr. Brian Bailey RCS District Superintendent As part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff and visitors, we are exploring the […]

Thursday, Dec. 12, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. No registration is required. Thursday, […]

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Brandon Herwick, RCS physical education teacher, has been named the recipient of the 2024 Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year Award by the New York State Association […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I was conversing with a friend recently and we found ourselves in a back-and-forth about ego. She thought focusing too much on […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Though temperatures were frosty, residents turned out by the hundreds to see the annual Christmas parade march from Coeymans Landing up […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media  Dear Rusty: I am 76 years old and a retired high school counselor/teacher. I was married to my first husband from 1968 […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Junior Grange No. 663 has had an eventful year, with its young members busily engaging in various craft projects […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It hit me in the supermarket the other day — no, it wasn’t the cart piled high with baked goods being propelled […]

RAVENA — The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will hold a holiday Open House on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1-3:30 p.m. in its museum, located in the rear entrance of the Ravena […]

News Herald – November 28, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – November 27, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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Massive parade set for Saturday By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village and town are gearing up for one of the community’s biggest bashes of the […]

Thursday, Dec. 5, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

By Deborah E. Lans Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Concerned that future legislatures might tilt to the right, New York state legislators placed Proposition 1 on the statewide ballot […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We recently wrapped up another election season and opened the latest chapter in our nation’s history. The act of voting, an honor […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Discover RCS program is looking to take its game — and the community — to the next level. The program […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I turned 64 in July and my wife turned 62 in August. My wife has not worked for approximately 15 […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media VOORHEESVILLE — Voorheesville recently hosted the third annual Ruck March, drawing residents, veterans and supporters together to raise funds and gather supplies for […]

News Herald – November 21, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – November 20, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — The town of Bethlehem recently celebrated the acquisition of its first-ever Community Forest with a vine-cutting ceremony. The event took place […]

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Thursday, Nov. 28, to Friday, Nov. 29 The RCS Community Library will be closed for Thanksgiving recess. Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 10-11 a.m. Romp and Read will help get the […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — No one should have to choose between paying rent and feeding their family a nutritious Thanksgiving meal. Capital Region Independent Media, […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Well, I know I said last week that my spooky series was done, but with many requests for one more, I said, […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Three individuals were arrested and charged with illegal possession of a weapon on the Thruway in the town of Coeymans. State […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I served in the U.S. Army from January 1958 to February 1961. What increase should I receive for those years […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS – Last Thursday morning, John Barr, a volunteer from TCI of NY, packed his bag and headed for North Carolina with a […]

News Herald – November 14, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – November 13, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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RAVENA – Frances Jean Wilsey Neri, affectionately known as Blondie to all who knew her, died peacefully at home on Oct. 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.   She […]

Thursday, Nov. 21, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

The warm, sunny days were here and gone and when ice fishing season begins remains to be seen. The good news is there’s still good fishing to be had for […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I’m wrapping up my spooky series with a tale that fits perfectly into the Strange, Dark, and Mysterious. We’ve explored unsettling phenomena […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Firefighters from several local fire companies were deployed downstate last week to fight the spreading wildfires in Orange County. The Ravena […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I retired at my full retirement age, am now 79 and will be 80 in December. I have been working […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens fell short in Saturday’s Section 2 Class B championship game against the Glens Falls Black Bears. The game […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — A landmark in the heart of New Baltimore since 1833, the New Baltimore Reformed Church has announced a major initiative […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve noticed a rather unique thing that happens as you age, in my case, gracefully. Your mind picks a pleasant spot and […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district is considering hiring a retired police officer or other security employee to monitor the high school and […]

News Herald – November 7, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – November 6, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Volunteers with several local fire departments are heading downstate this morning to help with the wildfires that are still burning in […]

Thursday, Nov. 14, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The holiday season can be difficult for military members serving overseas, far from family and friends, but a local group is […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Well, if you read my column last week, you’ll know that I decided to venture into the Strange, Dark, and Mysterious—a bit […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media As Thanksgiving approaches, the Feed Your Mind, Feed a Family program, initiated by Capital Region Independent Media (CRIM), is once again bringing comfort […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: The Social Security program is funded by employees and their employers. The federal government does not contribute to the program, […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS has done it again… the Ravens are headed to the Class B Section 2 championship. It will be a rematch […]

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — With the regular season over for fall sports, it’s time to register for the winter sports season at RCS. Junior varsity and varsity registration will run through Nov. […]

RAVENA — On Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present a program featuring Dr. Patricia West McKay. Dr. West will reflect on a lifelong study of […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Long ago, when both the Earth and I were young, simple things entertained, amused and occupied me. The Earth and I are […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Dozens turned out to VFW Post 9594 last weekend for the fourth annual breast cancer walk to show their support for […]

News Herald – October 31, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 30, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Election Day brought Coeymans a new state senator. Assemblywoman Patricia Fahy was elected to fill the seat vacated by state Sen. […]

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Thursday, Nov. 7, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

EDITOR’S NOTE: All results are unofficial at this time. An “X” next to a candidate’s name indicates a projected winner. U.S. SENATE:  (with 11,531 of 13,357 districts reporting) X Kirsten […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated areas of western North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia and Kentucky, families and communities […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media While I focus on the positive, I’m a fan of the Strange, Dark, and Mysterious. Who doesn’t love a good mystery? I’m […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens continued their winning ways on the gridiron Friday night when they defeated Gloversville 56-21. Playing in the Sectionals game […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty:  I am past my Social Security full retirement age and I am still working. I am married and we file […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s out there, waiting, hiding in the pack, looking like all the others. It knows when I’m coming and somehow it works […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS—Riverview Missionary Baptist Church is once again operating its annual Toys for Tots campaign, thanks to the dedication of local volunteers like Rosa […]

News Herald – October 24, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 23, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS School District announced Thursday that John Thorson, retired principal from Chatham, will continue to serve as the interim high school assistant principal through June 30, 2025. […]

Thursday, Oct. 31, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

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

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media While I focus on the positive, I’m a fan of the Strange, Dark, and Mysterious. Who doesn’t love a good mystery? I’m […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens became the Reinfurt Division champions on Friday with a huge win over the Green Tech Eagles by a score […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens girls’ volleyball team celebrated Senior Night on Wednesday. There are two graduating seniors on the team — Talia Jones […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I just turned 69 years old in August 2024 and am still working full-time. I signed up for Medicare Part […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — After a successful debut last year, Ravena Innovation Station’s Puzzled Pints program has returned, offering locals a fun and mentally stimulating […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I think I’m finally catching on to this shopping thing.  I had the disadvantage of having been born male, and shopping doesn’t […]

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Albany County has allocated $2.9 million to expand broadband access to unserved areas of the county, and there is a possibility […]

News Herald – October 17, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 16, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

COEYMANS HOLLOW — Two cats perished in a structure fire in a home on Starr Road but a third was rescued, received oxygen and made a full recovery. On Wednesday, […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — With creaks and groans and screams that pierced the night, the community gathered at Joralemon Park on Saturday for the […]

Thursday, Oct. 24, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district is continuing to operate under a severe bus driver shortage. The district is eight to ten drivers short of being fully staffed, which is […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Manifestation—does it truly work? For decades, this concept has captured significant attention, especially in the pages of popular self-help books like “The […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The girls’ varsity soccer team enjoyed a three-game winning streak last week and celebrated Senior Night on their home field Thursday. […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens easily picked up their fifth win of the season on the gridiron Friday night, defeating the Cohoes Tigers 34-7. […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media  Dear Rusty: Both my wife and I are 67 1/2, i.e., past our full retirement age of 66 years and six months. […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — Area residents gathered last Saturday at the town hall for a reduced-cost spay and neuter clinic for cats, organized by […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Pumpkins are starting to make their annual appearance on front doorsteps. Fog coats the yard in the morning. Leaves are starting their […]

COEYMANS HOLLOW — Strange happenings are going on at the Jorlameon Park in Coeymans Hollow.  Sightings have been reported by local residents and passersby to the local police about strange lights, […]

News Herald – October 10, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 9, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy last week released the Executive Budget for fiscal year 2025. The $847 million proposal represents a […]

Thursday, Oct. 17, from 10-11 a.m. Family Storytime is a fun, participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A Ravena man was arrested Friday and faces charges of possessing images of child sexual exploitation, New York State Police said […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media If you like to gripe, you’ll say about me, “He’s just writing this column to complain about people who like to gripe! […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media     COEYMANS HOLLOW — For some, the Lord’s Acre Auction and Fair has become a family tradition passed down through the generations. The auction, […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media  Dear Rusty: I claimed Social Security at 70. My wife claimed her own SS at 62, and her earnings were significantly lower […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — After two shutout wins in the first week of October, the RCS girls’ varsity soccer team dropped a pair to the […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens took their show on the road Friday night and came away with a big win, 34-7. RCS was in […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media The Rev. Dr. Roxanne Jones Booth and the Rev. Antonio Booth, former leaders at Riverview Missionary Baptist Church in Coeymans, have been recognized […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m going out to my shop this morning and put together a toolbox to keep in the kitchen.  The time has come […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Local firefighters and area crafters joined forces Saturday to showcase their work and draw more volunteers to their cause. The […]

News Herald – October 3, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 2, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA – Shawn Plante, a Ravena resident, is spearheading a crucial relief effort to assist both people and animals affected by recent […]

Thursday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Have too much yarn, fabric or other craft supplies collecting dust and taking up space? Give your unused supplies a new […]

Earlier this year, Capital Region Independent Media—which publishes the Ravena News-Herald, The Columbia Paper and the Greenville Pioneer—joined over 200 other local newspapers in New York state to launch the […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media It’s easy to feel like everything is falling apart these days. The economy is uncertain, with prices climbing and jobs becoming more […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty:  I just learned that if I served in the military during an active-duty period, I could get extra earnings for […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The girls’ varsity soccer team stands at an 8-2 record on the season after a big win on the road Friday […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens lost a home game on the gridiron to the Fonda-Fultonville Valley Hawks 21-7 Friday night. On the first possession […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens’ boys’ soccer team dropped a home game to Mohonasen on Wednesday. The 0-6 loss put the team’s record at […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—The Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk (RCS) community is rallying behind a grassroots letter-writing campaign to address escalating truck traffic, which continues to disrupt daily life along […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I was going through my desk the other day and came across a packet of negatives. The long strips that had five […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Each day, 22 veterans take their own lives. The statistics for active military servicemembers are just as grim — according to […]

News Herald – September 26, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 25, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—The week of Sept. 22-28 marked “Banned Books Week,” an annual event that underscores the importance of free and open access to information, […]

Thursday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Have too much yarn, fabric or other craft supplies collecting dust and taking up space? Give your unused supplies a new […]

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK – The RCS Ravens took to the field Friday night for the annual homecoming game and came away with a 42-8 win. At halftime, RCS honored all of the […]

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We’ve all had those moments in life when we turn to prayer. Whether it’s a whispered plea in a crisis, a silent […]

BETHLEHEM — The Bethlehem Central School District’s Student Support Services Department, which includes special education, began the 2024-25 school year with some new faces, and some familiar faces in new […]

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty:  My financial advisor used a computer program which told my husband to take his SS at age 68, then suspend […]

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens won a blowout 42-8 in Friday night’s homecoming game against the Broadalbin-Perth Patriots. The win brings the team’s season […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media FEURA BUSH—The Onesquethaw Reformed Church marked a significant milestone on Sept. 14, as it celebrated its 200th anniversary with a day of worship, […]

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media An all-day rain put a crimp in the fun activities I had planned for today, mostly weed whacking and mowing.  Telly, my […]

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media SLINGERLANDS — Community leaders, including U.S. Rep. Paul Tonko and Assemblywoman Pat Fahy, gathered recently to celebrate the opening of the Learning Garden […]

News Herald – September 19, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 18, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

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