In 1893, four businessmen in Altamont organized the first Albany County Fair, inviting farmers and everyone in the surrounding townships to bring their prized livestock, agricultural products, and ...

The dance is in memory of Janet Haseley. Janet was the research chair of the Rensselaerville Historical Society for many years and, after her husband passed in 2002, she became an avid contra dancer ...

A loud shout-out to my old friends, John Sands and Ivan Martin, for keeping the streets of our village beautiful.

The Altamont 5K Run/Walk has become one of those traditions that has flourished over the years and brings out a sense of community and fun for all ages. On Saturday, Aug. 23, the 27th edition of the ...

There is no license fee for guide dogs, war dogs, hearing dogs, police dogs, or service dogs. Renewal notices will be mailed to dog owners the month before their license expires. If you do not receive ...

RIC Energy is seeking permission from the town to install a five-megawatt battery energy storage system, or BESS, on a ...

ALBANY COUNTY — Starting with the new year, Albany County residents who build accessory dwelling units, known as ADUs, in their yards will get a tax break. The county legislature approved the bill ...

Referring to President Donald Trump’s reconciliation bill, Tonko said the “Big Betrayal Bill” has “a door opening to privatization” for Social Security.

Richard H. LaGrange, a lifelong resident of Westerlo and a race enthusiast, died peacefully in the Schenectady Center on ...

Robert E. “Bob” Davis, a polisher who loved to camp and cook, died suddenly at his home on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. He was 60. Born in Albany on March 9, 1965, he was the son of Chester and Thelma ...

Tracy Pentak, 59, of Altamont lost her battle with cancer on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. “Tracy was a wife, a mother, a sister, a daughter and a friend,” her family wrote in a tribute. “She was the bright ...

NEW SCOTLAND — The New Scotland Planning Board recently approved a change in use for Boozy Moo! Ice Cream in New Salem, ...