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Fahy is Coeymans’ new state senator

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. […]

Events: RCS Community Library

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. […]

Election results – Albany County

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 […]

Pet supply mission hampered by local suspicion and misinformation

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 […]

Positively Speaking: Blood rain

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 […]

RCS offense unstoppable in quarterfinal against Gloversville

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 […]

Social Security Matters: Taxation of Social Security benefits

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 […]

Whittling Away: Flipper

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 […]

Toys for Tots: A helping hand for the holidays

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 from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

RCS extends interim HS assistant principal appointment

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. […]

Events: RCS Community Library

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. […]

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

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 […]

Positively Speaking: Blood rain

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 […]

Ravens are 2024 Reinfurt Division champs

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 […]

Girls’ volleyball celebrates Senior Night

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 […]

Social Security Matters: Signing up for Social Security and Medicare Part B at 70

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 […]

Innovation Station’s Puzzled Pints returns

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 […]

Whittling Away: Shopping

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 […]

County broadband funding to expand service in Coeymans

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 from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

Cat rescued in Coeymans Hollow blaze

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, […]

Horror in the Hollow takes over Joralemon Park

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 […]

Events: RCS Community Library

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. […]

District: RCS operating under severe bus driver shortage

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 […]

Positively Speaking: Manifestation

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 […]

Girls’ soccer wins three in a row, celebrates Senior Night

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. […]

Ravens pick up 5th win of season

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. […]

Social Security Matters: Retroactive Social Security benefits

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. […]

New Baltimore targets cat overpopulation with spay-neuter clinic

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 […]

Whittling Away: Seasons

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 […]

Thrills and chills await on Haunted Hayride

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 from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

McCoy releases 2025 Executive Budget

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 […]

Events: RCS Community Library

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. […]

Ravena man charged with possessing child pornography

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 […]

Positively Speaking: The griper

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! […]

Lord’s Acre Auction and Fair marks 69th year

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, […]

Social Security Matters: Will my wife’s survivor benefit be less if she claims her Social Security early?

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 […]

After back-to-back wins, girls’ soccer drops a pair

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 […]

Ravens win big on the road, 34-7

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 […]

GOOD NEWS!: Local pastors honored for community service, pastoral leadership

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 […]

Whittling Away: The battle against bottle tops

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 […]

Open house seeks to recruit local heroes

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 from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

Ravena resident leads relief effort to help storm victims

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 […]

Events: RCS Community Library

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 […]

Historic tax credit for newspaper, broadcast media spurs resurgence of local journalism

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 […]

Positively Speaking: Peace Pilgrim

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 […]

Social Security Matters: Veteran asks about special credits for military service

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 […]

Girls’ soccer season at 8-2 after big win vs. Lansingburgh

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 […]

RCS comes up short against Fonda-Fultonville

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 […]

Boys’ soccer drops a home game to Mohonasen

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 […]

Thruway letter-writing campaign gains momentum

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 […]

Whittling Away: Cameras

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 […]

Walkers build awareness of high veteran suicide rates

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 from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

Library celebrates Banned Books Week with unique display

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, […]

Events: RCS Community Library

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 […]

PHOTO GALLERY: Homecoming 2024

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 […]

Positively Speaking: The staircase of Loretto

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 […]

Morrissey appointed director of Special Education

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 […]

Social Security Matters: Should my husband file and then suspend his benefits?

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 […]

Ravens win blowout homecoming game 42-8

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 […]

Onesquethaw Reformed Church celebrates 200 years of faith and community

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, […]

Whittling Away: A hairy situation

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 […]

Ribbon is cut on Learning Garden Childcare Center

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 from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

Girls’ soccer takes first loss of the season

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Schalmont Sabres snapped the RCS Ravens’ six-game winning streak Tuesday. After starting off the season unbeaten over the first six […]

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Sept. 26, 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. […]

Voter registration efforts taking place across Capital Region

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—In a concentrated effort to ensure that every eligible voter is prepared for this year’s pivotal elections, the League of Women Voters (LWV) […]

Positively Speaking: Ode to coffee

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media When I was 15 or 16, I had some friends over for a sleepover, and we were determined to stay up all […]

The Little Red Schoolhouse final open house Sept. 29

COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Little Red Schoolhouse Historical Society will hold its final all open house on Sunday, Sept. 29, from 2-4 pm. The schoolhouse is located on Route 143 […]

Social Security Matters: Widow’s benefits vs. benefits from ex-spouse

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: In November I will be 60 and eligible for widow’s benefits. My late husband’s Social Security was approximately $2,300 when […]

Ravens coast to win after big 1st quarter

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens coasted to a victory Friday night after scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter. The team was on the […]

Girls’ soccer makes it six in a row

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS girls’ soccer team made it six wins in a row Thursday in a season where they remain undefeated . […]

Whittling Away: Aging

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media All in all, I’m pretty comfortable with myself and my life. I had the wisdom to pick a lovely, talented life partner […]

Mosher Park splash pad nears completion

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—Excitement continues to build in the village of Ravena as the long-anticipated splash pad at Mosher Park nears completion.  The project, championed by […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

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

Girls’ soccer continues dominance with 5th straight win

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS varsity girls’ soccer team continued its dominance Tuesday with a 4-0 shutout over Troy. The Ravens headed out on […]

Man killed in fatal North Bethlehem crash

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A 37-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in North Bethlehem early Wednesday morning, according to the Bethlehem Police Department. […]

NY’s largest offshore wind project components being built in Coeymans

Construction of foundation components reaches 50% completion milestone By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — New York state’s largest offshore wind project will be off the coast of […]

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Sept. 19 to Oct. 11, 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 […]

Positively Speaking: What do you believe?

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I believe in the power of positivity, something my father instilled in me from a young age. He taught me that our […]

Girls’ volleyball comes up with third win of season

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Ravens’ girls’ volleyball team came up with their third win of the season in a home match Monday. RCS skated […]

Girls’ varsity soccer undefeated so far this season

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS varsity girls’ soccer team is undefeated so far this season with a 4-0 record, and the team has only […]

Social Security Matters: Husband upset about his wife’s survivor benefit

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: This is a matter that I find particularly irksome. My wife – a retired teacher – was told that, should […]

Ravens defeat Riders in a rout 45-0

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens defeated the Ichabod Crane Riders in a 45-0 rout on their home field Friday night. In front of […]

RCS boys’ soccer takes 0-3 loss at home

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — In their first home game of the season Thursday, the RCS Ravens’ boys’ soccer team took a 0-3 loss against the […]

Whittling Away: Bike riding

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Driving home the other day, I passed a couple of old poops on bicycles, no spandex outfits or fancy cycling shoes, shorts […]

OUR VIEW: Higher taxpayer cost for lower reach

By Mark Vinciguerra Capital Region Independent Media It is an obligation for town leadership to provide the most cost-effective services for taxpayers as possible, but that is not happening in […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – September 5, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 4, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

Horse owners urged to vaccinate their animals against EEE, West Nile Virus

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Horse owners across New York are being urged to vaccinate their horses against two viruses that have been identified in the state. Eastern […]

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Sept. 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. Early literacy activities are emphasized. […]

Students, teachers back in the classroom for a new school year

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — They’re back at it again — students, teachers and staff were back in school beginning Thursday for the first day of […]

Positively Speaking: Praise in public

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Few things sting as profoundly as the sharp edge of embarrassment. It’s the sinking feeling of all eyes on you for the […]

Two arrested after public disturbance

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A disturbance on Main Street this weekend led to two arrests and a crowd of about 20 people who attempted to […]

Social Security Matters: Advice on when to claim Social Security

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I could use some advice on whether or not I should start collecting my Social Security benefits now. I am […]

RCS teams launch a new fall season

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Local athletes took to the field and the court Thursday for the first time as the Ravens. The new team name […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – August 29, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –August 28, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

School safety program expansion funded by ticket revenues

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM—Albany County Executive Dan McCoy held a press conference Thursday at Bethlehem High School, where he highlighted the ongoing success and future plans […]

RCS Community Library

Friday, Sept. 6, from 10:30-11:15 a.m. This gentle yoga class, taught by local instructor Kelley Curran of Well & Kell, is for folks ages 50 and up. No experience or […]

The Ravens: RCS starts school year with a new team name

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — This is the first week of a new school year and there are plenty of changes in store for students in […]

Positively Speaking: The closer

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media When I was young I spent a lot of time at my dad’s office. He started as a door-to-door vacuum cleaner salesman. […]

Event: Roast beef dinner, Sept. 7

COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Ravena Grange will hold a roast beef dinner on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 4-6 p.m. The menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, cabbage kraut […]

Social Security Matters: Retiree asks about his Social Security

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty:  I retired with a (gross) $4,600 per month Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) annuity from the U.S. Postal Service in […]

Neighboring mayor: Infrastructure grants are out there

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Has a nearby local community found the secret sauce to securing infrastructure funding? Neighboring Coxsackie has emerged as a model of […]

Whittling Away: Imagination

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Is there anything better than a large mug of coffee first thing in the morning? The Queen, who arises early, not requiring […]

Preparing little ones for the journey ahead

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—As the new school year approaches, the RCS Community Library is taking creative steps to ensure that local children feel comfortable and excited […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – August 22, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: The News-Herald article listed how Ernest L. Haight had given a “great deal for the public good”: One […]

Priest shortage forcing a new look at Catholic Masses

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE— A shortage of priests in the local diocese is forcing Catholic church leaders to take a fresh look at how to conduct […]

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Aug. 29, 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. […]

How the widow of a Civil War general helped build B-29 bombers in WWII

RAVENA—On Sunday, Sept. 15, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present its first program of the fall season. Ron Gabriele will present a fascinating account of an […]

Positively Speaking: We don’t have forever

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I recently lost a close friend. His death was unexpected and came out of nowhere. Having known him since the fifth grade, […]

Social Security Matters: Does some of my monthly payment include repayment of my contributions?

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty:  I have a question about my Social Security benefits. Would I be correct to assume that part of the monthly […]

GOOD NEWS!: From horse rides to bungee jumping, Friendship Festival doesn’t disappoint

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The annual Friendship Festival launched just after noon Saturday with a parade through the village and offered everything from puppies to […]

Fire officials aid families after devastating blaze

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Fire officials from three different organizations gave a helping hand to two local families who lost their home and everything […]

Whittling Away: Things I Don’t Know

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I have finally reached the age where I now realize how little I know.  The younger me was an expert in all […]

Friendship Festival to return to Mosher Park

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—The village of Ravena, the town of Coeymans, and numerous local businesses will come together on Saturday, Aug. 24, to host the annual […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – August 15, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 14, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

County unveils first fully renewable energy-powered highway garage

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS—Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy, along with County Comptroller Susan Rizzo and members of county Department of Public Works (DPW), officially unveiled the […]

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Aug. 22, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Just in time to help calm those first day of school jitters! Help acclimate your little one to their new commute by joining in […]

Hannacroix woman killed in fatal car crash

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A Hannacroix woman was killed Monday evening in a car crash on River Road in Selkirk. Colleen M. Selkirk, 60, of […]

Positively Speaking: Consistency

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Pursuing a dream can be very challenging. If you’re like most people, unless you have financial backing, you’re probably juggling a day […]

Discovery Camp: The forces that move us

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA —Students from the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School District’s (RCS) Summer Discovery Camp were treated recently to a unique hands-on STEM experience at Holcim […]

Social Security Matters: Will my wife get a spousal benefit from me?

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media  Dear Rusty:  I will be turning 70 (yikes) this coming November. I will begin taking my Social Security benefit at that time. […]

Albany County designated a ‘Purple Heart County’

In honor of National Purple Heart Day, members of the Albany County Executive’s Office, Albany County Legislature, the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau, and the Albany County Department of Public […]

Whittling Away: Recliners

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve been writing this missive for 25 years as of this month. With over a thousand columns behind me, there are times […]

GOOD NEWS!: First responders honored for service and volunteerism

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — Area first responders were honored during the annual National Night Out last Tuesday hosted by the Bethlehem Police Department. Fire departments, […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald –August 8, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 7, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

State completes $3.2M bridge replacement project

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The state Department of Transportation completed a $3.2 million construction project that replaced the Route 144 bridge over the Hannacrois Creek. […]

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Aug. 15, 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. […]

No job losses anticipated after sale of two Carver divisions

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Carver Companies has sold its mining and trucking divisions to Heidelberg Materials North America. The company, based in Irving, Texas, purchased […]

Positively Speaking: Presidential bravery

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Throughout American history, several presidents have faced the terrifying threat of assassination, yet many of their responses were marked by extraordinary bravery […]

New town hall closing set for mid-September

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town is expected to close on the purchase of a new town hall building in mid-September. Contracts are being finalized […]

Social Security Matters: Does Congress pay into Social Security?

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’ve been told that members of Congress do not have Social Security deducted from their pay, and that their retirement […]

Employer charged with putting ‘disguised’ camera under worker’s desk

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A Wynantskill man has been charged with unlawful surveillance after police allege he put a “disguised” camera under the desk of […]

Whittling Away: Commercials

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I like commercials on television. Some of them are more entertaining than the shows they are liberally sprinkled throughout.  I will admit […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – August 1, 1924 – F. E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 31, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

Events: RCS Community Library

Thursday, Aug. 8, 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. […]

RCS fall 2024 sports registration

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It may be hard to believe, but it’s already time for students to register for the fall 2024 sports season at RCS. The district’s Athletics Department has announced […]

Social Security Matters: Self-employed and not enough credits for Social Security

By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: For a 30-year period, I was making a living as an independent contractor and freelancer. I was working on behalf […]

Positively Speaking: Finding opportunities

By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media How do some people find and seize great opportunities? Throughout history, individuals have achieved monumental success by recognizing and acting on unique […]

Tague, Tweed to face off for 102nd Assembly seat

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — After a drawn-out process to determine the winner of the Democratic primary in the 102nd Assembly District, Janet Tweed was named […]

Ravena Innovation Station awarded $10,000 grant from KeyBank Foundation

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA – The Ravena Innovation Station has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the KeyBank Foundation to support crucial technology upgrades and improvements. […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – July 25, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 24, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

Fundraiser supports Discover RCS

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Members of the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Community Business Association on July 18 hosted a Frese’s Bakery & Catering chicken and rib barbecue dinner […]

College & Military Corner

Ravena resident Sarah Franchini was named to Wofford College’s spring 2024 dean’s list. Two Selkirk students, Erica Ganns and Erika Lehtinen, earned President’s List Honors at SUNY Canton during the [...]

Carver Companies sells mining, trucking division

COEYMANS — Carver Companies on Monday announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement in which Heidelberg Materials North America will acquire Carver Sand and Gravel, the largest […]

The Retired Investor: Tax-deferred savings accounts set for some changes

By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Starting Sept. 23, there is good news for savers who want a fair shake when looking for investment advice. Let’s hope that […]

Fire destroys home on Lawson Lake Road

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — An early morning fire on Monday destroyed a home at 53 Lawson Lake Road. Members of the Coeymans Hollow Volunteer […]

Former Community Care building eyed for town hall

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town is considering purchasing the former Community Care building on Route 9W for conversion into a new town hall. The […]

Whittling Away: The passage of time

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I admit to getting older but I’m still waiting for the getting wiser part to kick in.  I often ponder about the […]

GOOD NEWS!: Community garden seeks to relieve food insecurity

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Combining the great outdoors with the prospect of fresh food and a love of community — how can you go […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – July 18, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 17, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

Obituary: Peter J. Sorell, Jr.

Peter J. Sorell, Jr., 74, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday evening, July 19, 2024, with his family at his side. Peter was born in Albany on March […]

Events: RCS Community Library

RAVENA – Here are upcoming programs at the RCS Community Library. The library is located at 95 Main St. in the village. Thursday, July 25, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Join with […]

Arts & Entertainment: The magic of Tanglewood

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media If you haven’t had the experience yet, you really should know, just over the river and through the woods a bit, there is […]

Committee launched to plan 250th anniversary

ALBANY — Albany County last week officially launched the “USA-250” Commission with the ceremonial swearing in of its members. The committee announced plans to help prepare the county for the […]

A facelift for Mosher Park facilities

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA—Improvements at Ravena’s Mosher Park are underway thanks in part to a $19,000 grant from the Albany County Legislature. Mosher Park is one […]

Event: Community Gardens open house

COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Community Gardens at Trinity United Methodist Church will hold an open house on July 20, from 5-7 p.m.  Tour the vegetable gardens open for public use, learn […]

GOOD NEWS!: Eagle Scout awarded environmental conservation scholarship

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — Some people are gloriously fortunate enough to know their life’s passion from an early age. The even more fortunate among us […]

Whittling Away: Old men and old dogs

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There is a special bond that develops between old men and old dogs.  It’s different than the bond between kids and puppies […]

Obituary: Lorraine F. Giannone

Lorraine F. Giannone, 73, passed away suddenly at her daughter’s residence on Friday, July 5, 2024. Lorraine was born in Brooklyn on Aug. 9, 1950, a daughter of the late […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – July 4, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 3, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors

Business group hosts chicken and rib BBQ to benefit DiscoverRCS

RAVENA — The RCS Community Business Association will host a chicken and rib barbecue on July 18, from 3-7 p.m., in the National Bank of Coxsackie parking lot at Faith […]

Hundreds still without electricity after powerful storm

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS — Hundreds of households in Ravena and Coeymans are still without power following a powerful thunderstorm that struck the area Tuesday afternoon. […]

Parks and Rec offers local summer programming

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS — Once again this summer the Albany County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering free programs to local kids here in […]

Obituary: Ronald L. Munzberg

Ronald L. Munzberg, 79, passed away June 13, 2024, in Daytona Beach, Florida, after a long illness.  He was born Feb. 6, 1945, in Albany, NY, son of the late […]

County hosts first Pride Hike at Lawson Lake

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW—Once again, another Saturday rolled around bringing iffy weather to Albany County. Despite the constant threat of rain, three intrepid souls and […]

Daughter of Coeymans returns to business community to help others

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS—A familiar face is returning to the Coeymans business community. Kristine Tracey Lindskoog, a lifelong resident known to many through her 30-year career […]

County DPW announces road closure on Alcove Road

COEYMANS — The Albany County Department of Public Works advises that there will be a road closure on County Route 111 (Alcove Road) in the town of Coeymans for a […]

Cooling off at the Mosher Park Pool

RAVENA — With temperatures soaring, residents were looking for ways to cool off this holiday weekend — and there was no better way to do that than taking a dip […]

Buffalo bridge’s journey up Erie Canal starts in Port of Coeymans

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A pedestrian bridge that began its journey in Italy and traveled across the Atlantic saw its final preparations in Coeymans before […]

Obituary: Allie Mae Edwards

Allie Mae Edwards, 84, of Ravena, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024. The youngest of seven, she was born in Charlotteville, Schoharie County, New York, to her late parents […]

Shakespeare and Company announces vibrant 2024 season

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media LENOX, Mass. – As the summer heats up the picturesque grounds of Shakespeare and Company in Lenox, Massachusetts are set to come alive […]

College & Military Corner

The following local students were recognized for outstanding academic achievements of part-time undergraduate students at University at Albany: Delaney Beck of Selkirk; Matthew Dombrowski of Delmar, Amy Kirsch of Ravena, […]

Obituary: Patricia E. Irving

On June 11, 2024, Patricia E. Irving, 65, daughter of Naomi Keir and the late Donald Keir, lost her battle with cancer. From our first moment together and forever, our […]

RCS schools close out the year

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — School is out for summer, but not before RCS students did a victory lap. Grades from pre-kindergarten up through high school […]

RCS awards diplomas to Class of 2024

By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Class of 2024 walked the stage Thursday evening as they accepted their diplomas at commencement at the Empire State Plaza […]

Event: Baked ham dinner

COEYMANS HOLLOW—A baked ham dinner will be held at the Ravena Grange Hall on Saturday, June 29, from 4-6 p.m. The menu will include baked ham, mashed potato, vegetables, apple […]

Dirt Central | Chasin’ Racin’: Friesen surpasses 400 wins

By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media        It was a different time but the place was the same—the “Track of Champions” Fonda Speedway. Over the years there have been […]

Highway department grows with the seasons

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media As the seasons change, so too does the work of the Town of Coeymans Highway Department.  Cemeteries need mowing, parks need weed whacking, […]

Summer Fest goes on despite rocky weather

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW—The weather this spring, and now early summer, has been anything but steady, and Saturday’s weather offered a roller coaster ride of […]

Barrington Stage Company: A beacon of theater in the Berkshires

By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media It’s no secret that the arts scene is alive and well in Western Massachusetts. With the summer home of the Boston Symphony […]

RCS student-athletes commit to college teams

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK—As the final bell rang through the halls of RCS High School last Thursday an air of excitement and relief filled the building. […]

Summer Fest and Trail Run comes to Lawson Lake

By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW—Albany County will host the inaugural Summer Fest and Trail Run on Saturday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in […]

Whittling Away: Flashback

By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media One of the more enjoyable parts of aging is the frequent flashbacks that occur for no apparent reason.  The one that occurred […]

Cooling station available in Ravena

In anticipation of the high temperatures today, the Village of Ravena Fire Department will make their fire station available as a cooling station on Wednesday June 19, according to Deputy […]

RCS honors outstanding student achievement

RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK—The RCS school district is wrapping up the school year and honoring its students’ achievements. The accomplishments of this year’s juniors were recognized during the annual Junior Awards Breakfast held […]

News from the Past in Memory of Harry A. Sturges

News Herald – June 6, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – June 5, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors