The Advertiser 102022

Nassau Free Library Harvest Fest

The Friends of the Nassau Free Library invite you to our annual Harvest Fest and Frozen pie sale Saturday, November 12 , 2022 at the Chandler Young VFW, Lyons Lake Road, Nassau, NY.

Pick up your pre-ordered frozen pies, purchase baked goods, Jewelry, knitwear, Alpaca products and other crafts. This event will also include cider (for a small donation). Doors open 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The frozen pies this year are; Apple (10” & 6”), Cherry (10”), Blueberry (10”), Strawberry Rhubarb (10”) and Very Berry (10”), prices vary.

These can only be pre-ordered and pre-paid at the library, through Friends members or by email friends@nassaufreellibrary.org or by mailing an order form from the library web site: www. nassaufreelibrary.org.

Checks should be made out to: Friends of the Nas-

By BRENDAN J. LYONS

ALBANY — A federal judge has granted class-action status for Hoosick Falls in a legal battle with DuPont Co., putting the small community and one of the world’s largest corporations on a path toward trial over the pollution of public and private water supplies in and around the Rensselaer County village.

The litigation is unfolding in U.S. District Court after DuPont declined to be part of an earlier $65 million settlement involving three other companies: Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics and Honeywell International — which had operated a manufacturing plant in the village — along with 3M.

The four companies are alleged to have had varying roles in the decades-long pollution of the community’s water supplies, which are contaminated with perfluorinated chemicals that were used at various factories in the village. The settlement approved earlier this year secured cash payments and longterm medical monitoring for thousands of property owners and residents, including those who were found to have elevated levels of a toxic manufacturing substance — perfluorooctanoic acid, or PFOA — in their bloodstream.

“We are happy for the Hoosick Falls community and pleased that the court granted us permission to proceed as a class. We look forward

to moving forward against DuPont on behalf of the Hoosick Falls class as we proceed toward trial,” said James Bilsborrow, who with his partner Robin Greenwald from Weitz & Luxenberg in New York City are two of four class counsel appointed by the court.

Stephen G. Schwarz, a Rochester attorney who is another class counsel appointed by the court, said that the first settlement enabled them “to return some of the money lost by community due to the devaluation of their homes” and that the next step in the litigation is intended “to make residents whole by proceeding against DuPont, one of the major producers of the Teflon dispersions used at the Hoosick Falls plants responsible for the release of PFOA into the environment.”

The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Albany, contends that 3M manufactured the chemicals that were sold to DuPont and other companies and were used to manufacture products such as nonstick coatings and heat-resistant wiring. DuPont also sold the chemical products to Saint-Gobain and Honeywell for use in their manufacturing facilities.

Hadley Lundback, another class counsel in the case, said they intend to “require DuPont to pay for multiple additional years of medical monitoring beyond the 10 years funded by the prior settlement. If we are successful, it will

Goodbye old dam, hello

By RICK KARLIN

RENSSELAER — A group looking to take down aging, obsolete dams in the Hudson Valley got a boost on Friday, in the form of a state grant to begin work on removal of the Mill Creek Dam.

And that should go a long way to help restore depleted stocks of American eel and river herring, which travel from the Atlantic Ocean to streams along the Hudson River like Mill Creek.

“We’re trying to restore the creeks for migratory species,” said George Jackman, senior habitat restoration manager for the Riverkeeper environmental group.

“Since colonial times, the creeks one by one got walled off and dammed.”

Riverkeeper is receiving $150,000 from the state Department of Environmental Conservation for a site assessment, surveying structural engineering as well as preliminary design and engineering plans for the dam removal.

Mill Creek flows under Second and Third avenues and runs below the state Office for Children and Family Services headquarters.

better protect the exposed population providing more years of surveillance at no cost to the residents. That is our goal.”

The litigation, filed in 2016, has sought to compensate residents in that area for the potential health consequences of their exposure to the chemicals, as well as the potential loss of property value, and to provide a system of early detection for any related health issues they may suffer in the years ahead.

More than 2,500 claims were submitted by residents, who received compensation as well as access to medical monitoring in the first settlement.

A manufacturing plant that Saint-Gobain has operated on McCaffrey Street in Hoosick Falls since the 1990s had been a focus of pollution concerns. The plant is adjacent to the village’s water treatment plant, which pulls water from underground wells that have been polluted with PFOA. Honeywell’s predecessor

That used to be the site of a 19th-century felt mill, which was the reason the dam was built.

American eels are catadromous, meaning they are born in the ocean and migrate to fresh water spots where they spend part of their lives. River herring, or alewives, are anadromous, spending most of their lives at sea, but swimming up rivers and then streams to spawn.

Stock of eels and herring have been depleted due to overfishing, as well as diseases such as the swimbladder nematode, which are believed to have harmed eel stocks.

COURTESY RIVERKEEPER / Mill Creek Dam in Rensselaer is slated for eventual removal. The dam was built for a defunct felt mill in the 19th century.

Federal judge gives Hoosick Falls class-action status in fight against chemical giant

Hoffman Car Wash Bolsters Food Supplies for Local Food Pantries

CAPITAL DISTRICT - For the second time in 2022 and for the 11th consecutive year, the staff at Hoffman Car Wash will be collecting non-perishable food items to support local area food pantries. On Saturday, October 22nd, and Sunday, October 23rd, Hoffman Car Wash will provide a free Ultimate car wash with a food donation.

Hoffman Car Wash has partnered with 17 different food pantries to provide much-needed assistance for families and individuals in need. Each Hoffman location will donate the collected items to a food pantry in its neighborhood.

This year’s pantries include The Anchor Food Pantry (East Greenbush)

Bethlehem Food Pantry (Delmar)

Captain Community Human Services

Councilman Jack Rogers Reports to the Town of North Greenbush

The Town of North Greenbush annual Halloween parade will be held on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at 2 pm. Line up for the parade will be at the Family Dollar on Main Avenue. The parade route will be down Main Avenue to Town Hall.

Residents voiced their concerns at the public hearing regarding the rezoning application for Points North Holding, LLC. The two resolutions on the agenda were tabled due to their questions and concerns regarding the proposed building.

A brief presentation was held on the Partridge Hill Apartments.

Marty, a Senior at Columbia High School, presented the Town Board with a poster “Kindness Rocks North Greenbush.” The poster will be displayed at Town Hall.

Several resolutions approved to schedule public hearings scheduled for November 10,2022.

• Operation and Mainte-

nance Charges

(Clifton Park)

The Food Pantries of the Capital District (Colonie)

Fulmont Community Action Agency (Amsterdam)

Hope 7 Food Pantry (Troy)

Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless (Albany)

Loaves and Fish Food Pantry (Binghamton)

Northeast Regional Food Bank (Latham)

People’s Place (Kingston)

South Glens Falls Moreau Community Center (Queensbury)

The Wilton Food Pantry (Saratoga)

Franklin Community Center (Saratoga)

Utica Food Pantry (Utica)

Rome Food Pantry (Rome)

Utica Rescue Mission (Utica)

The Salvation Army in Hudson (Hudson)

Suggestions of non-perishable food items to donate include canned meat or fish, canned entrees (stew, ravioli, etc.), canned fruit in juice, canned spaghetti sauce, canned soup, hot

• Special District Assessment Rolls

• 2023 Preliminary Budget

• A Moratorium on Multi-Family Dwellings

• Local Law for Rossetti Companies Ludlow Lane Rezone Application

• Local Law for The Grande at Creekside, LLC PDD Application

The Town Board approved a contract with Auctions International to auction town surplus equipment.

A resolution passed by the board to approve a 60 day trial for Flock Safety license plate reader cameras at no cost since it’s a trial period.

Check out the town website for information, announcements, and town board meeting minutes at townofng.com or contact me at jrogers@ northgreenbush.org. I also post information on my Facebook page Councilman Jack Rogers. You can attend meetings in person or live stream at https:// townhallstreams.com/ towns/northgreenbush.

Get involved and informed about what is happening in the Town of North Green-

bush.

Next Town Meetings are scheduled for: •Zoning Board 11/9/22 at 6:30PM

•Planning Board 10/24/22 at 6:30PM

•Town Board 11/10//22 at 7:00PM

Happy Halloween

Town of North Greenbush Update

Happy Fall! Supervisor Joe Bott worked together with departments to put together his 2023 budget which can be found on the town website. The board will hold public hearings for special district assessment rolls, for operation and maintenance charges and the 2023 preliminary budget on November 10th starting at 6:00 pm.

Councilman Jim Gordon, working with Supervisor Bott and members Hoffman and Merola, introduced legislation to consider a moratorium on multi-family dwellings in town. There will be a public hearing on the matter on November 10th at 6:15 pm. There will be public hearings for the board to consider

or cold cereal, canned 100% juice, and peanut butter and jelly.

To participate, individuals only need to donate one non-perishable food item at any Exterior or Full Service location. A complete list of locations can be found at HoffmanCarWash. com.

The event is part of Hoffman Car Wash’s “Practice Kindness” initiative to spread positivity and goodwill in the communities it serves. In 2022, Hoffman Car Wash has supported Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless (IPH), Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), and the ALS Regional Center. Additionally, Hoffman Car Wash held its first Food Drive in early June and a free wash event for all First Responders and Hospital Personnel on September 11th. Still to come this year, Hoffman will host its annual Veteran’s Day free wash event in November.

Hoffman Car Wash also supports many non-profits and youth organizations through its Helping Hands Fundraising program.

the “Rosetti Companies Ludlow Lane Rezone Application” on the 10th starting at 6:30 pm as well as a public hearing for the “Grande at Creekside, LLC PDD application” on the 10th at 6:45 pm. Our police department will be contracting for a free trial for stationary license plate reader cameras.

The board enjoyed a wonderful presentation by Marte, a senior at Columbia High who presented a “Kindness Rocks in North Greenbush” campaign as part of their Participation in Government class. Stop by town hall to see the great poster with positive messages. YOU ROCK MARTE! Community Day was a success and we thank all who participated, including Len Johnson and Bonnie Pangburn for helping organize the event. Many residents participated in Recycling Day so we will continue holding these events for our residents.

As a reminder, our annual Halloween Parade will be on Sunday, October 30th starting at 2pm, lining up in the Family Dollar

parking lot down Main Ave to Town Hall. Deputy Supervisor Kelly Hoffman is proud to announce plans are underway for the 2nd Annual Starry Nights Christmas Trees.

Finally, the news you’ve all been waiting for is the announcement of the town’s annual Christmas Parade which will be on Saturday night, December 3rd. More details to come about these wonderful, family traditions and memory making events.

Halloween Safe and fun

Join us for Trick or Treat Hall: Trick or Treat, It’s time for some candy and Halloween fun. Walk through our trick or treat hall, do a craft and have a snack!

And of course, wear your costume! October 30th, 3:00 to 4:30 pm. at Blooming Grove Reformed Church, 706 Bloominggrove Dr. Rensselaer (Defreestville) 12144, Rte 4 across from CDTA Park and Ride Lot.

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New From Averill Park CSD

The New York State School Boards Association recognizes October 17-21 as School Board Recognition Week. It takes strong schools to build a strong community, and these men and women devote countless hours to making sure our schools are helping every child learn at a high level. Thank you to Board of Education members Jacqueline Geraci, Samantha Hicks (Vice President), Douglas Kelley, Meghan McGarry, Ann Morone, Adam Stewart and Jessica Zweig (President)!

Congratulations to the varsity golf team for winning the program’s first-ever Section 2, Class B championship! Team members David Mooradian, Josh Durocher and Bryce Gaydushek all posted scores that landed them in the Top 10 at the match.

Thank you to our local fire departments and its volunteers who visited all three Elementary Schools during Fire Prevention Week. Students learned about fire safety, had the chance to speak with firefighters, and got to tour the fire trucks.

As always, for the latest news from the District, please visit our website – averillpark.k12.ny.us. You can also follow AP on

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Submitted by Dr. James Franchini, Averill Park CSD Superintendent Election Day Soup and Sandwich

Join us for on Lunch Election Day

There will be and Election Day Soup and Sandwich Luncheon on Tuesday, November 8, from 11:00 to 1:00 at Center Brunswick United Methodist Church - 990 Hoosick Road, Troy, NY

Menu includes Pasta Fagioli or New England Clam Chowder, Ham and Cheese or Tuna Salad Sandwich, beverage and pie for dessert. Items priced individually.

Take-out is available. Please contact Sheryl at (518) 469-7692 for more information.

Averill Park Art Exhibition at Faith Mills

Erie, Eerie, Aerie, Weird, Wired & Wild - Art at the Border of Strange is an exhibit of the work of 30 artists from the local community and the international community of artists who have been resident at Arts Letters & Numbers.

The opening, October 26 from 6 to 9 is free, all

are welcome. 1548 Burden Lake Road, old Faith Mills building, second floor, Averill Park. Viewing after that evening by appointment, Diane DeBlois, at aGatherin@yahoo.com

Brown Bag Auction

Back after 2 years! On October 22, 2022 , the Nassau Resource Center will hold its annual Brown Bag Auction at St. Mary’s Church Hall in Nassau.

The auction is the only fund raiser for the food pantry each year. It is a fun and inexpensive event held right in the community.

The church hall doors will open at 10:30 a.m.; drawing will begin at 12 noon. Admission is $2.00, and food and drinks will be available. For more information, please call 766-9014.

Holiday Vendor and Craft Fair at Center Brunswick Fire Company

Join us Saturday, November 12th at the Center Brunswick Fire House, 1045 Hoosick Road, Center Brunswick (across from the Town Hall), from 9AM-2PM, for our Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair.

This event will feature many local crafters and vendors for your holiday shopping needs. There

will also be raffles, 50/50, bake sale, free admission and parking.

Chowder Sale Gilead Lutheran Church

Gilead will once again have a clam chowder sale. Many people have told us that they missed our chowder and asked us to have a sale.

It will be just before Election Day and will be take out only. Quarts will be $ 10.00 and Pints $ 5.00. We are sorry we can not have our Election Day Luncheon but, there is always he threat that the virus will rear its ugly head and we will have to cancel with only a short notice.

You should call the Shanahans, at 518-279-9552, by Thursday, November 3rd to place your orders. Pick up can be Saturday November 5th from 1:00 – 3:00 PM. Other arrangements can be made by calling the number above.

Gilead is located at the intersection of routes 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick Bowlers Wanted

The Men’s Senior League (60+) is looking for new bowlers to join our league for the 2022-23 season. This is a fun league - amateurs and pros are all welcome!

We bowl on Fridays at 12:30 pm with practice at

12:15 at the East Greenbush Bowling Center located at 570 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061.

If interested, please call Mitch Walsh at 518-8479116, or show up ready to to roll at the Bowling Cnter.

Trunk or Treat

Sunday, October 30, 12 PM – 2 PM

First United Methodist Church, 1 Gilligan Rd, East Greenbush.

All are welcome to come and Trunk or Treat! This is a Free Event for all children and youth. We will also have a trunk decoration contest where you as the participant get to decide which trunk is the best decorated.

This is a rain or shine event. We will have Trick or Treat Hallway if it is raining.

Poestenkill Halloween Parade

Town of Poestenkill will be hosting our annual Halloween Parade on Sunday, October 30th Parade staging will begin at 11:15am and the parade will begin at 11:30am.

The Parade will go from Poestenkill Town Hall to Poestenkill Elementary School. Candy donations for the post parade celebration may be dropped off at Poestenkill Town Hall.

Van Rensselaer Heights Residents Hosting Kids Halloween Party

The residents of Van Rensselaer Heights are hosting a Community Halloween Party for the kids of Rensselaer on October 28th from 5 PM to 7 PM.

The party will be held in the Community Room at 460 Forbes Ave in Rensselaer. There will be music, a costume contest, and candy!

Kids will need to be accompanied by a parent to participate. Any questions please call Ashley at (518)621-7585.

10th Annual Veterans Day Mass

St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Wynantskill will be hosting a Liturgical Celebration of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11, 2022 at 9:00 am in the Church.

This service will honor veterans, living or deceased, who are currently serving or who have served in the various branches of the military in the United States or Allied Forces.

The Mass will be concelebrated by Pastor Rev. Patrick Rice and retired Air Force Chaplain Colonel Edward Deimeke. All are welcome.

by Tyler Michaels

Samuel Bonesteel • SCHOLAR ATHLETE •

This week’s Scholar Athlete is Samuel Bonesteel. Sam is a Varsity runner for the cross country team, and also runs for indoor and outdoor track.

Sam began running with Road Runners, a youth running program, when he was younger. In middle school Sam joined the modified track team, and later joined the cross country team in his junior year. To prepare for his season Sam followed a running plan over the summer, logging the distances and paces he ran. However, a sprained ankle made it difficult for Sam to train as much as he would have liked throughout the summer. Sam found a way around his injury by biking for exercise, and joined the team when they went to lift in the weight room. Sam’s favorite part about his sport is the ability to challenge himself to keep doing better every week. He also noted that, “it’s very fun to go to invitationals and hang out with my team on Saturdays, whether we’re ex-

Melvin Roads Trunk or Treat

Melvin Roads American Legion Post 1231 presents Trunk or Treat on October 30, 2022 , from 2 PM to 4 PM at the Post parking lot, 200 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY.

If the weather is bad, we will hold a Table or Treat inside Hero’s Hall at the post. Have the children dress up and come down for Apple Cider & Cider Doughnuts. We welcome all families to come out and have a supervised trick or treating.

Calling All Ghosts & Goblins - Halloween Party & Parade

Calling all ghosts and

witches and ghouls and goblins (and Pokemon and Princesses, too)! The witching hour is at hand! Once again, the time has come to dress in all your spooky finery, and invade West Sand Lake.

The West Sand Lake Volunteer Fire Co. is sponsoring its annual Halloween party for kids of all ages on Sunday, October 23. As in previous years, we are planning a special treat for all our trick-ortreaters, and their parents. We will be proudly featuring our community’s costume creations in a parade from the West Sand Lake elementary school to our Fire House.

If you would like to join our parade, please meet at the school at 12:30 p.m.

ploring the area or playing spike ball.” Sam said the most difficult part about his sport was the pressure to do well at meets. He explained that, “although it’s an individual race, you’re responsible for your team’s score. It can be very discouraging when you have a bad race, especially when you don’t know why.” Sam is proud that he has managed to improve his time throughout his seasons, and always feels accomplished when he beats a runner in the final kick of a race. This year Sam hopes to drop a minute off of his 5k time by sectionals, and is hoping the team can earn a patch at the sectional race. He has similar goals of dropping time and earning a patch for indoor and outdoor track.

In addition to his athletic success, Sam excels academically. Sam has a 97.83 GPA while taking a very rigorous course load this year, including Advanced Placement Biology, AP Physics, AP Government and Politics, AP Language and Composition, and French 5. Sam also writes for the school newspaper and participates in Youth and Government and Masterminds. Sam is also a member of the National Honor Society. Recently, Sam was also named a commended student for his score on the PSAT. In his free time, Sam enjoys spending time outside and hanging out with his teammates and friends. To help balance his time between school and sports Sam tries not to think of running during school, and vice versa. He also noted that “I have off days for both, on Saturdays I

on Sunday, October 23. We will step off promptly at 1:00 p.m., and proceed to the Fire House. The traditional Halloween party, with costume judging, prizes, games, refreshments and surprises will immediately follow the end of the parade. As always, admission to the party is free!

So, plan on joining us on Sunday, October 23. It promises to be a fun time for all!

North Greenbush Annual Halloween Parade

Calling all ghosts and goblins. Do you think you have the BEST Halloween costume this year? Well, we invite you to the Town

of North Greenbush Annual Halloween Parade on Sunday, October 30th

The parade will lineup at the Family Dollar Plaza on Main Ave in Wynantskill and kicks-off at 2pm. Come participate and walk in the parade in your BEST and most unique costume while your neighbors watch the parade march down Main Avenue to Town Hall.

After the parade, come join us for cider, donuts and treats. There will be prizes for the top three best costumes! The parade is being organized by Deputy Town Supervisor Kelly Hoffman and Councilwoman Jessica Merola, Chair of the Youth Committee.

If you are a local business who wants to participate, please contact the Town Supervisor’s office

have meets so that’s my day off from school work and Sunday is my recovery day for cross country.”

Sam’s role model is his older brother Noah. Noah ran throughout high school and is still a strong runner at the collegiate level. Noah also managed to balance good grades, and gave Sam his love of running. Sam’s parents have helped him excel in his sport by constantly supporting him and attending almost every one of his meets.

Sam’s teammates also help push him in workouts and make the sport more fun. Sam would advise a younger runner that, “everyone has good days and bad days running, and a young runner shouldn’t get discouraged when they don’t do as well as they wanted. If you stick with it and work hard you’ll always see improvement, even if it’s not immediately obvious.” After high school Sam plans on attending college, but is undecided what he wants to study. We wish Sam the best as he finishes his senior year and prepares for college.

at (518) 283-5313. We look forward to seeing you on the 30th.

Brunswick Church Holds Family Trunk or Treat – Rain or Shine

Sunday, October 30, 2022, 2-4 pm 42 White Church Lane, Troy, NY

On Sunday, October 30, 2022, Brunswick Church invites you and your family to a fun Halloween event for all ages.

Make the rounds of the creative themed automobiles for some treats – or even decorate your own vehicle and join in the lineup, greeting families and treating our visitors.

There will also be fun activities indoors and free ice cream! The event will be held rain or shine.

So, put on your costume, or disguise your car (or both!) and join in this fun, seasonal afternoon.

Trunk or Treat and Harvest House at Emmanuel Reformed Church

Sunday, October 30, 4:00-5:30pm

Our Castleton Halloween tradition continues this year with parking lot trick-or-treating, open to the public. Come in your favorite costumes and discover our exciting candy and trunk displays.

Also, new this year, come explore the Harvest House. This all-hallows tour isn’t scary, but tells a spooky tale of death and new life.

Emmanuel Reformed Church, 1150 Maple Hill Rd. - Castleton, NY. encountererc.com

Capital District Chapter Columbiettes November Meeting

On Sunday, November 6th, 2022 , The Capital District Chapter Columbiettes will host their November Chapter Meeting at 1:30 pm at the Waterford Knights of Columbus Council #237 , 76 Grace Street, Waterford, 12188. (Directions 787 exit at Rt 32/N, Cohoes Rd/ Saratoga Street, turn left at Vanderwerken Avenue continue to Grace Street. From the North Rt 32 South to Vanderwerken Avenue continue to Grace Street,).

Rensselaer Elks Lodge #2073

Hosts Young Chefs

Rensselaer Elks Lodge #2073 held a Master Chef Junior cooking event for two lucky local aspiring chefs.

Dan Raymond of Zachary’s Pastry Shoppe in Rensselaer, NY served as the judge for the event. Dan competed on the Food Network’s Holiday Baking Championship in 2018. He offered ideas and feedback and whipped up a delicious dessert for the children and audience. The Lodge gave each chef cooking tools and equipment and obtained tickets for the participants and their families to see a real live Master Chef competition.

Bingo Players Needed

We are currently looking for bingo players for a possible restart of our bingo at Brunswick, New York elks Lodge on Route 2, These bingos would run on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. with the doors opening at 11:30 a.m.

If you’re interested in attending such a bingo please call Jeff or Mary Beth at 518-728-1795 my email is jeffrey keegan11@ gmail.com

Capital District Chapter President, Linda Cotch will preside!

Best Armenian Food Bazaar

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church is having their Fall Food Bazaar at 255 Spring Avenue, Troy, on Saturday, November 19 and Sunday, November 20, from 12pm to 4pm both days. Delicious Dolma (Stuffed Peppers) and beef Kebab dinners will be available for takeout ONLY.

Pre-orders for Lahmejune (Armenian meat pie) can be placed by calling the church at 518-274-1477. A variety of Armenian appetizers and pastries will also be offered in handy take-out containers. Stock up for the Holidays at the Best Armenian Food Bazaar!

Zion’s UCC of Taborton Holiday Bazaar

Join us from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, November 12th for our annual holiday bazaar at 741 Taborton Road, Sand Lake, for many of your holiday needs, including holiday décor & gifts, Christmas wrapping paper, cards, and supplies.

Visit our baked goods table, children’s craft table and enjoy our homemade soups, sandwiches, hotdogs, and slice of apple pie for lunch. Whole apple pies are available to take home. Raffle items include gift certificates to local businesses.

Election Day Dinner

TROY- The Polish American Club, 07 First St. Troy is having their Annual Election Day Dinner, Nov 8, 2022 . 2-7PM.

Dinners for Take-out or Eat In. Polish Plate $13 or Spaghetti and Meatballs $11. Call 518-272-2676.

Troop 41 of East Greenbush is proud to announce the award of Eagle, Scouting’s Highest award, to Alexander Manning. Alex did trail repair, markings and building a kiosk to identify the trails at the East Greenbush Town Park as his project. Shown in the picture are Scoutmasters’ Bret McIntyre, Jeff Morris, Dan Farley, Frankie Coonradt and Eagle Alex Manning, the troops 85th Eagle Scout.

Fresh Florida Fruit Fundraiser

The Kiwanis Club of Troy is once again conducting their Annual Florida Fruit Sale!! 20 lb. cases of Navel Oranges 20 lb. cases of Ruby Red Grapefruit Or 20 lb. cases Half Oranges/Half Grapefruit

Only $28 Each Most other organizations are at over $30-35.

Picked fresh from the Florida groves and shipped directly to Troy for your enjoyment!!

All orders are needed by November 20th!!

All will arrive in Troy about December 8th

Call Dean today at 518322-0826. All monies go to children’s causes locally!!!

Trunk or Treat at Gilead Lutheran Church

Halloween is actually Monday, October 31, 2022 but we made the decision to celebrate it a day early. It gives our “truckers” more time to get ready for our visitors.

That is a good point for us but it also frees up time for our little friends to go out again on Monday for more loot. Our trunks open at 3:00 PM and will close at 5:00 PM. If you enjoy watching the little one dress up but don’t have children of your own to take around, please feel free to come and hand out candy and goodies with us. Just to let you know, we have had close to 200 little visitors each year.

In 2021 we had some of our canine friends stop by, some in costume and other just stop by for a pat on the head.

We will be found in the parking lot behind Gilead Lutheran Church. You can’t miss us because Gilead is located at the intersection of Routes 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick.

Election Day Soup Sale

The Women’s Guild of St. Michael the Archangel Parish delicious Election Day Soup Sale is back on November 8, 2022

The sale starts at 9:00 AM until their sold out so come early and enjoy

their offerings. The sale is held at St Michael’s, 175 Williams Road, in the gathering area.

The Guild offers many flavorful soups including Cream of Broccoli, Loaded Potato Soup, Beef Chili, Beef Barley, Turkey Chili, Pasta Faggioli, Tomato, Clam Chowder, Chick-

NYS Youth Snowmobile Safety Class

On Saturday, November 12th, the Grafton Trailblazers Snowmobile Club and the Grafton Lakes State Park will host a NYS Youth Snowmobile Safety Class for youth ages 10-17. Students must be at least 10 years old the day of the class.

Parents are encouraged to attend and participate. The course will be held at the Grafton VFW/Fire Hall on South Road from 8:30am to approximately 4:30pm. The course will be taught by NYS certified volunteer instructors Jim Blessing and Dominic Jacangelo. The course will cover topics such as NYS laws and regulations, riding skills, trail emergencies, protecting the environment, trail etiquette, maintenance and repair, trailering, etc.

To register on-line, go to https://register-ed.com/ events/view/188092. Space is limited, pre-registration required. The course is free of charge and lunch/snacks will be provided. Questions, please call (518) 469-2656.

en Vegetable, Butternut Squash and Minestrone.

The cost is $7.00/container with crackers and cookie included.

Walk ins welcome and if you would like to pre order

please call Caroline at (518) 273-2836. All preorders must be picked up by 12:00PM.

For more information, call (518) 322-9583.

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library; In particular two individuals; Pat Bruck and Judi Markessinis, will be added to our plaque recognizing valued volunteers.

We will have a brief ceremony for this memory of them. Please join us for light snacks and conversation from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.at the Nassau Free Library, Rt. 20, Nassau, NY to help show appreciation for all those who are an integral part of the library.

Rensselaer County Legislature Majority’s October Meeting Report

After observing Columbus Day on Monday, the Legislature held its monthly Honor A Deceased Veteran program on Tuesday, October 11th ahead of its monthly meeting. The Legislature honored the life and service of Robert E. Miller of Troy. Bob was a US Army paratrooper during the Vietnam War, and returned to Troy to start the Uncle Sam’s Boxing Club that trained countless young men and women in the Capital District and beyond. Bob worked with many amateur and professional boxers, and was credited with helping Mike Tyson become a professional boxer. Chairwoman Kelly Hoffman read Bob’s biography that outlined Bob’s dedication to his family and the sport of boxing.

On Tuesday night, the Legislature held its monthly meeting. Among the notable actions taken by the Legislature included authorizing the purchase of 1,000 winter coats for local children. The funding was raised by the County’s golf fundraiser for the Coats for Kids program. The Legislature also took steps towards continuing the construction of the new Troy Senior Center. Legislators Tom Choquette and Leon Fiacco sponsored legislation that provides the funding for new furniture in the senior center that will be located at City Station on 6th Avenue near the current county office building.

Vice Chair Bob Loveridge and Majority Leader Ken Herrington sponsored several resolutions to provide funding for the purchase of new snowplowing equipment, road salt, and parts and equipment to maintain our highway department’s fleet in anticipation of winter.

As another season of our County’s robust paving program winds down, the Legislature approved additional funding for road improvement and new paving for Pershing Ave in North Greenbush. This well-travelled street will benefit from better drainage and stability for the newly paved roadway.

The Legislature adjourned their meeting in memory of Colonel Peter Goebel who served as the County’s Director of Veterans Services. Peter passed away in September.

Rensselaer County Legislature Minority Office - October 2022 Monthly Report

Election 2022:

Just a reminder that Early Voting starts on Saturday, October 29 through Sunday, November 6 in Troy at 500 Federal Street, Town of Brunswick Office Building and Schodack Town Hall. The times are in the attached link to the RC Board of Election website: https://www. rensco.com/429/Elections

Of importance:

ELECTION LAW UPDATE! Due to NYS Election Law amendments in 2022: Once an absentee ballot

is requested, you will no longer be eligible to vote in person at either the early voting locations or the election day polling sites.

Also – Did you know that there will be an Environmental Bond Act on the ballot this November?

What is the Environmental Bond Act? - City & State New York (cityandstateny.com)

Election Day is Tuesday, November 8 at your polling site.

Youth: “Coats for Kids Campaign” – The annual Golf Fundraiser at the Troy Country Club was a great success with 148 golfers attending and raising $ 20,000. The legislature passed a resolution to purchase 1000 coats from B. Lodge in Albany, who also offered to donate hats and gloves, which will be distributed through several agencies to needy children. A big Thank You goes to B. Lodge for their continued support of Rensselaer County youth.

Aging: The legislature unanimously approved a resolution put forth by the Department of Aging to purchase furniture for the new Troy Senior Center. Due to supply chain issues, the estimated new opening date is planned for early 2023.

NEXT MEETING – Wednesday, November 9, 2022 in the Rensselaer County Chambers located on the 3rd floor of the Ned Pattison Government Center, 1600 7th Avenue, Troy.

PUBLIC FORUM – Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

Residents are welcome to contact our office at 518 270-2890. www.rensselaercounty.org & follow us on Facebook: “Rensselaer County Legislature – Democratic Team”

Town of Schodack Tax Office

All school tax bills for Schodack and East Greeenbush Schools are now in the penalty period. Please make sure penalty amount is included with your payment or your payment will be returned as unpaid. Please write your phone number on your check so we can contact you if there are any issues with your payment. All school taxes must be received at my office by 4:00pm October 31st

After that, you will need to contact Rensselaer County Bureau of Finance at 518-270-2754. The Tax Office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 9:00am and 4:00pm during the month of October.

Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center 52nd Year Anniversary Celebration Thursday, October 27th

Join our Senior Center as we celebrate 52 years of success in serving our seniors. The night starts at Melvin Roads Post in East Greenbush with cocktails and hors’ d’oeuvres from 5 to 6pm. 6pm welcome, 6:15pm Dinner is served.

Dinner consists of Tossed Salad, Prime Rib with Vegetable, Baked Potato with Sour Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate sauce and Anniversary Cake. Music By The Paul Slingerland Trio from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are available At the Rensselaer Senior Center for $30 each. Attendance will be capped at 100. First come first served, this is a $45 Value.

Each ticket is subsidized $15 By the Rensselaer County Senior Center Membership Fund. We Are Open Monday Thru Friday 9am to 3pm (518) 463-2166 we are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer across the street from The Amtrak Train Station.

October 1 - 31st, any customer who spends $100 or more on any

Debra Young was the first woman elected County Court Judge, and since her election in 2012 has ensured justice and fairness. As judge, she has more experience in County Court than any other candidate this year.

Judge Young has presided over some of the biggest area trials, handling over 20,000 criminal court appearances, 1500 felony cases and 50 criminal trials. That experience led to Judge Young being trusted to oversee criminal court operations in seven upstate counties. She began her career as a medical researcher and helped litigate the landmark tobacco settlement. Judge Young relied on that experience to secure $800,000 in grant money to fight the opioid epidemic. She has supported innovation to improve efficiency and ensure justice.

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This is a ministry in conjunction with Brunswick Church at 42 White Church Lane (just off Rt. 351). Our worship services are Sundays at 9:30 AM and all are welcome. Church participation is not required to have cancer support.

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be advised that these are the ONLY dates the Department of Public Works will be performing Fall Cleanup. If you miss these dates, you may bring these items to the Transfer Station, located at 246 Ridge Road, Town of East Greenbush. Residents must provide proof of residency, or a Transfer Station permit, and are allowed to bring these items all year long at no cost.

Please do not place bags of leaves or bundles of brush on the pavement, in front of culverts, or on top of catch basins. Place all items on the edge of the road.

Town of East Greenbush Hydrant/ Water Main Flushing Schedule

Mon, October 24th –3rd Ave Extension & All Streets off of it; Governors Sq, Cedarcrest, Plaza View, Birchwood Development /Valentine Dr, Deer Run, Mill Run, Flora Cir, Robin Ln.

Tue, October 25th –Route 4 (Troy Rd) & All Streets off of it; Thompson Hill Rd, Tech Valley Dr, Paul & Glaz St, Luther Rd, Donna Lynn, Old Troy Road Ending At Iroquois Pl, Columbia Dr, Old Red

Mill Rd, Red Mill Estates, August Gate Development, Olcott Ln, Rysedorph Ln, Oriel Ln, Upper Areas of Hampton Manor / Eastern Ave To Summit Ave.

Wed, October 26th – All Streets on North Side of 9/20 Between Elliot Rd & Schodack Town Line; Albany Pl, Tamarack Ln, Greenwood Dr, Electric Ave, Horizonview Dr, Includes Huntswood Estates.

Thurs, October 27th –All Streets on South Side Of 9/20 from Schodack Town Line; Middlesex, Van Buren, Bloomingdale, Hays Rd, Taylor Estates, Kriss Krossing, Short End of Phillips Rd, Wyatts Cir, Gilligan Rd, Ternan Ave, Sherwood Park, Woodland Park, Forest Point.

Fri, October 28th –9/20 & Barber Dr, Celeste Dr, Ridge Rd / Prospect Heights, Sherwood Ave / Clinton Park Lower Area Of Hampton Manor Below Summit Ave Including Lakeview Ave to Rensselaer City Line.

Flushing will begin at 8:00 am. During flushing, water pressure will be reduced. Water may become dis-colored due to iron and manganese deposits in the mains. Residents should limit their use of water for cooking and laundering during flushing in their areas.

Thank you for your cooperation.

East Greenbush Water Department, (518) 477-9367

Brooks BBQ at Schodack Valley Volunteer Fire Company

Please support our 2nd annual Brooks Chicken BBQ on Saturday, October 29th held at our fire station at 1553 Schodack Valley Rd. Castleton NY 12033. This is a take out only event.

Pre orders are Required. You can pre order via email by using Schodack Valley Fire Company’s dedicated email address at brooksbbq32@gmail.com.

Or you can call 518-477-5533 to pre order on phone. Hours are 3 to 6pm. The meal includes half chicken,baked potato,coleslaw and dessert. Please don’t delay your pre order.

Last year we had to unfortunately turn people away. Thanks again for your continued support of our fire company. The cost is $14 cash and carry per dinner.

Gilead’s Body and Soul Pantry, October 27, 2022

We are once again back to our 3:00-6:00 PM hours. I know many of you are also happy to hear that we are serving dinners back in the Fellowship Hall. We will continue to do so as long as the covid threat is low.

This month we will be serving roast loin of pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, and butternut squash. Dessert will be apple crisp, which we know everyone loves.

Everyone knows where we are located but I will give the information for those people who may be visiting us for the first time.

We are located in the Fellowship Hall of Gilead Lutheran Church. You will find church at the intersection of Routes 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick.

SVFD Roast Beef Dinner Fundraiser

Come out and support the Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department at our annual Roast Beef Dinner fundraiser on Saturday, October 22 from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Stephentown Fire Hall at 35 Grange Hall Road. Takeout is available for $20/meal.

All-you-can eat dine-in prices are $20 for ages 11+; $10 for ages 2-10. The meal includes roast beef, potatoes, vegetables, coleslaw, roles, and delicious homemade pie.

Glendora Vegeterian Club

If you dial the if you dial the Christian Science Sentinel Watch, the message will help you with cheer, happiness, fulfillment and love. Last week Helene Douglas told about a Viet Nam veteran who believed in killing. As part of his class, he brought chickens to show his students how to kill them in the most cruel way. Helene said to herself that this was not for her, and she stepped aside. In a moment or two, a second person stepped aside with her. Then came another, and finally everybody stepped aside. After the class, the Viet Nam Green Beret asked Helene if she would take a walk with him. He said he had noticed that she had stepped aside, that he had thought about it and decided that he was wrong to do the killing and would never do it again. This is a lesson in veganism. Veganism is kindness. You do not hurt anybody. As the Bible says, “Be ye blameless and harmless, as a child of God, without rebuke.”

Try Morning Star Farms vegetarian cheeseburgers. As a vegan you can have plenty of plant based cheese choices, like VitaLite, Daiya, Chao and VioLife.

Jokes

1. An Ancient Greek took his pants to a tailor and said, “Eumenides?” The tailor said, “Euripides?”

2. The teacher asked the class what they knew about toadstools. A little girl said, “Toadstools grow in damp places; that is why they they are shaped like umbrellas.”

3. The teacher asked the same girl, “What is an octopus?” The girl replied, “An eight sided cat.”

4. The minister asked, “What is an epistle?” The confirmant answered, “An

epistle is the wife of an apostle.”

5. Mommy, you know that vase that has been handed down from generation to generation? Well, this generation dropped it.

Hope’s Kitchen Free Community Dinner

Enjoy a delicious fall dinner, sit-down or takeout, on Thursday, November 3rd with Hope’s Kitchen at Cornerstone Community Church of Lansingburgh.

Hope’s Kitchen, a ministry of Hope Lutheran Church and Cornerstone Community Church will be

Come to St. Henry’s Knights of Columbus Great Spaghetti Dinner

The Knights of Columbus at St. Henry’s Church on Old Route 66 in Averill Park will be holding a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, October 22th . This will be a DRIVETHROUGH- TAKE -OUT ONLY.

We will be serving spaghetti, meatballs, salad, and bread. The price of the dinner is $9.00 for adults, $3 for children under 12, or $20 per family (2 adults with children).

Pick-up time begins at 4:30 pm through 6:00 pm. We would greatly appreciate early pre-orders between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm the day of the dinner by calling or texting (518) 322-9583. Please leave your name, phone number, the number of dinners you would like, and the time you will be picking them up.

Thank you for your support, the proceeds help the Knights of Columbus to provide assistants to many charitable programs.

Reformed Dutch Church of Schodack at Muitzeskill’s Annual Turkey Dinner

The Reformed Dutch Church of Schodack at Muitzeskill will be holding it’s annual turkey dinner, for takeout only.

The dinner will be held on Saturday, October 22nd with three pick up times offered, starting at 4 pm, 4:45pm and 5:30pm. The cost is $15 for adults and $7 for children, ages 6 - 12. The dinner will include turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, squash, green beans, cranberry sauce, a roll and a piece of apple pie for dessert. Gluten-free is available upon request.

Reservations are required. Please call 518-732-7345, or 518-732-7500, to reserve your dinner. If no answer, please leave a message.

Located at 902 Schodack Landing Rd, Schodack Landing, (the intersection of Schodack Landing Rd and Muitzeskill Rd.)

Wreaths Across America Roast Beef Dinner

The American Legion Post 1489 at 111 Main Ave. in Wynantskill will be holding our 6th annual roast beef dinner to benefit Wreaths Across America on Saturday, November 5th from 1pm to 6pm.

offering a free community dinner served at Cornerstone, 570 3rd Ave., Troy.

The dinner will be a sitdown meal, with an option for take-out if preferred, from 3 to 6 PM. On the menu: Beef Stew, tossed salad, bread and butter, and sheet cake for dessert, with coffee and tea for those dining in. Fee will donations are gratefully accepted.

Reservations are required for either eat-in or take-out dinners. Deadline is Friday, October 28. Call (518) 235-851 for reservations and specify number of meals, eat-in or take-out

This year’s event will be takeout with a dine-in option available by advance reservation only. Dinner will include roast beef, gravy, potato, mixed vegetables and roll for $17. We encourage you to place your order well in advance as this has been a sellout every year, and walk-in orders will not be guaranteed. You may call 518-227-7438 to reserve your dinner.

All proceeds will go to the purchase of wreaths to be placed on veterans’ graves at Saratoga National Cemetery on Saturday, December 17th.

If you wish to make a donation to help us meet our goal of 600 wreaths this year, you may make donations in person at the post or go online to Wreaths Across America. org and use our fundraising group ID #NY0160. We hope you can join us and thank you for your support!

ICC Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Supper Fundraiser

The Election Eve tradition continues - The Annual Italian Community Center (ICC) Spaghetti & Meatball Supper to benefit the ICC Soup Kitchen, Street Warriors and the Father Harry Scholarship at LaSalle Institute will be held on Monday, November 7, 2022, from 4 - 7 pm at the Italian Community Center, 1450 5th Avenue, Troy NY.

The Dinner Only event will be Eat In or Take Out and includes, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Salad, Bread and Dessert. Cost is a $10 donation for Adults and $5 for Children. No pre-ordering needed. Thank you as always for supporting this tradition and the Soup Kitchen at the ICC.

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The payments under the initial settlement were divided among roughly 2,000 qualifying property owners. The amounts received depended on multiple factors, including the number of certified class members. Some are entitled to medical monitoring if the level of PFOA detected in their blood was more than 1.86 parts per billion. Others have been compensated based on the loss of their property value, which would be measured against the value of their residential property in 2015 — before

the stigma of the pollution had arguably damaged the local real estate market.

Another portion of the settlement — categorized as the “nuisance settlement class” — set aside $7.7 million to compensate those who had a private well contaminated with PFOA, if the pollution was detected on or after Dec. 16, 2015. That portion of the settlement applies to individuals and may include more than one person per household, including tenants. That payout was about $10,000 per person.

The 10 adult plaintiffs in the lead case — all of them current and former residents of the village of Hoosick Falls or town of Hoosick — split an additional $250,000 under the

proposal.

Those individuals had answered extensive discovery questions and were required to produce numerous documents, including emails, texts and other social media data. They also prepared for and participated in lengthy depositions at which they were questioned by attorneys for the companies.

The first settlement was reached after the companies had lost a series of court rulings over the past four years, including their arguments for having the case dismissed and excluding long-term medical monitoring.

In late August, the nearby town of Petersburgh filed a similar lawsuit against 3M, DuPont Co. and several other chemical manufacturers seeking compensation for the contamination of their community’s groundwater and drinking water supplies with man-made chemicals that were used at a local plastics company.

The town’s legal action is unrelated to the class-action settlement involving a Petersburgh plastics company, Tonoga Inc. (Taconic Plastics), which agreed to pay $23.5 million to settle its case.

The first round of payments in that case were scheduled to be distributed in August, although eligibility for the hundreds of residents whose drinking water supplies — and in many instances, their blood — were contaminated with the toxic manufacturing chemical was still being finalized several months ago.

That class-action settlement in Petersburgh was approved earlier this year by state Supreme Court Justice Patrick McGrath.

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Turn Over November Ballot for Bond Proposal

The November 2022 ballot will include candidates for multiple offices, but also a vote on the “Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022.” The bond act is known as Proposal 1 and is on the backside of your ballot.

This new bond allocates funding accordingly: - 35% for air / water pollution reduction, storm surge, flooding; - 25% for flood-risk reduction, coastal and shoreline restoration, relocating and repairing flood-prone infrastructure and roadways, and ecological restoration projects; - 15% addresses land conversation and recreation; and - 15% deals with water (waste, sewage, storm, runoff) infrastructure [Ballotpedia].

This bond addresses many current and forthcoming problems. Water-related events from Pakistan to Florida demonstrate why we to better address flooding and storm surges. Much of the water infrastructure in Troy is over 100 years old [News 10]. Periodic failures from aged water infrastructure are common. The bond provides funding for zero-emission school buses. There are many more examples and issues addressed by the bond, but insufficient space here to discuss them all.

I encourage my fellow citizens to vote for this bond. Per the Times Union, “the last similar bond act, cham-

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sau Free Library. Enjoy the wonderful smells of baking pies in your home for the holidays. Funds raised support the Nassau Free Library. Come celebrate the Harvest and support your library! Call 518-7662715

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About 1,600 dams, most of them obsolete and many hidden from view, fragment the rivers and streams of the Hudson Valley, according to Riverkeeper.

New York state is home to more than 7,200 dams, including some that pose flood hazards. Mill Creek dam is not considered a hazard, however.

In 2016, Riverkeeper workers removed the Wynants Kill Dam in Troy and within days thousands of herring could be seen migrating upstream to spawn for the first time in 85 years.

Jackman said Riverkeeper is focusing on dams that present the first barriers that fish swimming up the Hudson might encounter after they head upstream.

“Those are the ones that are strategically important to us,” he said.

Riverkeeper restorers are awaiting word on additional federal grants that would help pay for the Mill Creek dam removal.

The group hopes to begin taking down the structure in two years.

pioned by Republican Gov. George E. Pataki, won approval with a 55 percent endorsement” [Times Union 9/13/2022].

Michael Myer, North Greenbush Poestenkill: Quite and Safe By Whose Standard?

Excerpt from the Town of Poestenkill web site: “Quiet, safe, and far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern urban society, Poestenkill is a quaint community located in Rensselaer County, New York.

As a “gateway” to the Rensselaer Plateau, we offer residents and visitors a unique opportunity to experience a wealth of outdoor recreation activities”. Indeed!

Activities like raucous front porch displays of drug and alcohol induced altered state behavior along with yelling, shouting and other vile vocalizations, visible outdoor urinating, drum and amplified electric guitar noise heard and recorded ¼ mile away, produced by the tenants living at a Barberville apartment house, all for the listening and viewing enjoyment of residents in the area.

Or the Barberville Falls, where the placid sound of the water is drowned out if not by drum and guitar noise, then from the constant roar of motorcycles with no mufflers and modified very loud exhaust systems of local car and pickup truck owners speeding up and down Blue Factory Road at full throttle. The Town Supervisor and Board essentially say there’s little or nothing the Town can do about any of this, and have no interest in revis-

Church of the Redeemer

Please note: Thrift Shop will be open on Saturday, October 22 from 9-2 . We are open on Thursdays from 3-6. Stop in to see costumes and décor for your Halloween celebration.

Sunday service, October 23 is at 9:00. Coffee hour and socializing follow the service. Please join us.

We are collecting non-perishable food items for our local food pantry until the week before Thanksgiving. You may bring donations whenever the Church or Thrift Shop is open. You do not have to be a member of Redeemer to participate.

Hot Mess Crafters meets on Wednesday at 10 AM.

Bible Study is on

Wednesday at 4:00.

The Church of the Redeemer is an Episcopal church located on at the corner of Third and Catherine Streets. There is handicap parking, a ramp in front, and a parking lot in the rear.

Fr. Robert Haskell may be emailed at rhaskell2@ nycap.rr.com

St. Jude’s Craft Fair is BACK!

Save the date - our annual Craft Fair is back on Saturday 11/12 from 9 am - 3 pm . Over 45 vendors! No admission fees!

Plus, SANTA will be visiting! Still accepting vendors contact Mary at 518-229-4250!

Hope to see you there42 Dana Ave, Wynantskill!

ing the Town noise ordinance –or enforcing one, (since nothing can be done about airplane and helecopter noise either).

So Poestenkill residents be adived. Walk along the Town roads at your own extreme risk, and have no expectation of unreasonable noise intrusion into your home by a neighbor. “Quite and safe”? “Free from urban hustle and bustle”? Pure fiction!

Joyce & Gary Blauvelt, Poestenkill

Sandvik Coromant is looking for CNC Machine Operators - 2nd Shift in Ballston Spa, NY.

SANDVIK COROMANT is the world’s leading supplier of tools, tooling solutions, and know-how to the manufacturing industry. Our customers, which include major manufacturers within aerospace, automotive, medical, energy and general engineering, rely on us to provide the highest level of knowledge, service, and support to help them achieve their goals for productivity and profitability. With extensive investments in research and development, we bring gamechanging technologies and solutions to a dynamic industry driven by a demand for constant innovation.

We have 8,000 employees and are represented in 130 countries, uniquely positioning us to set the industry standard for high technology manufacturing now and for the future. Sandvik Coromant is part of the business area Sandvik Machining Solutions within the 150-year old global... industrial group Sandvik.

We are looking for a dynamic and results-orientated CNC Machine Operator to join our team! Key performance areas Duties include, but are not limited to: Performs and optimizes CNC grinding machine setups. Maximizing utilization of all machines in group by supporting others as needed Reading blueprints and checking part dimensions with appropriate measuring instruments Make machine adjustments as required to maintain part quality Accurately use measuring tools and proactively checking for proper calibration Accurately performs inspections to document part conformity Observing all safety practices and procedures - performing preventative maintenance and keeping machines lubricated Following strict safety procedures and maintaining a neat and orderly workstation Production oriented, capable of producing high volumes of parts with exceptional quality Meeting production schedules as assigned to the work area / machine Meeting training plan assigned for development based on product mix, machines and methods implemented in Engineered Tools shop floor Competencies Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Please send resume to Sandvik.malta.resume@sandvik.com

At Sandvik Coromant, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background leads to a better environment for our employees, our business and our customers. We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Nassau Community Connections to Host Free $ave Energy, $ave Dollars Workshop

Nassau Community Connections (NCC) is excited to partner with the Capital Region Clean Energy Hub to host a free energy workshop titled $ave Energy, $ave Dollars.

Fall is the perfect time to take steps to make your home more energy efficient. Learn how to reduce energy bills with low-cost, no-cost actions. The workshop will be held October 26, 2022 , at 6:30 pm at the Nassau Community Connections Center, 40 Church Street, Nassau, NY 12123.

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged as workshop size is limited. For more information or to register for the workshop call 518-495-1229 or email connect@nassauresourcecommittee.org. This workshop is sponsored by the NYS Energy Research and Development Authority.

News from the Edward C. Swartz Southern Tier Senior Center

There is a chill in the air and Halloween Decorations have been spotted..It must be October!!

This month at the center we are very busy! On Friday Oct. 21st at 11:00 am, Deborah A. Ciprioni of Comprehensive physical Therapy Solutions will speak on keeping your joints healthy and how to prevent falls. Then on Thursday Oct. 27th at 11:00 am, Carol Rosbozom, the Rensselaer County Commissioner of Aging will be holding a public forum. Immediately after will be our Halloween Special Dinner! Costumes are welcome!! The Menu will be Eggplant roll with meat sauce, Spaghetti,Malibu blend vegetables, Italian bread, fresh fruit, and a

special dessert! this month we will be entertained by the very popular Gone Gray Band!! Finally on Friday October 29th we will be playing BINGO at 10:00 am.

As always we have Chair Yoga and Chorus on Mondays, Game day on Tuesdays, Exercise class on Wednesdays, and Dart League on Fridays. Lunch is served Daily at 12:00 noon.

For reservations or any questions contact us at 518-477-6581.

Upcoming November Events: Thursday November 17th will be our Thanksgiving Special Dinner. Turkey with all the trimmings and entertainment by Pete & Friendsand we are offering the AARP Defensive Driving Course on Monday and Tuesday November 21st and 22nd. Please come join us for fall fun ;)

Sand Lake Town Library Board Meeting and Events

Tech Help: Bring Your Own Device Thursday, October 20 from 11 – 12 with Delia Hubbard. Bring your tech devices and your questions.

SLTL Board of Trustees Meeting, Thursday, October 20, 6:45pm.

LEGO Tuesday, 3:30 – 6pm. Drop in, bring a friend, get creative. We have lots of LEGOs to design with.

SLTL Friends meeting, Tuesday, October 25, 6:30pm.

Family Storytime –Wednesdays at 11am. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts & fun while learning pre-literacy skills. All ages – no registration needed.

October themes: farm animals, and dinosaurs!

Pre-retirement Series: October 26, 6:30pm, Wills & Healthcare Proxies –Learn how these tools can help protect you and your family. Please call to

register.

East Bank Arts Alliance – Stop in for the final week of their art display. November and December will feature photographer Justin Morin Book Club, November 2 – The book will be The Agitators: Three Friends who Fought for Abolition and Women’s Rights by Dorothy Wickenden.

Museum passes to The Clark, USS Slater, MASS MoCA, Albany Institute of History & Art, and Hancock Shaker Village are available for loan, as are wi-fi hotspots. Study and meeting space also available.

Located at 8428 Miller Hill Road, Averill Park.

Hours: M-TH 11 – 8; F 11 –4; Sat 10 – 2. Call 518-6745050 with questions.

Fall Craft Fair at Center Brunswick UMC

“Save the Date” Saturday, November 5, 9am3pm, Center Brunswick UMC 990 Hoosick Road, Troy. Tables are selling quick!

Vendors are invited to bring their new creations to this show. Tables are $25.00 for an 8x10 section – one vendor per section please.

Contact Jean at 518694-1887 for rental and information.

There will be a small concession stand as well.

East Greenbush VFW Aux. Vendor Fair

Vendor Fair Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.100 Hays Road, East Greenbush.

Table rental availablecall Lynda at 518-732-2111 or email at: schoolrn52@ aol.com

Many vendors, Bake Sale, Raffle, 50/50.Kitchen will be open. Help us support our Veterans. Don’t miss this event!

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LEGAL NOTICES

“NOTICE OF FORMATION OF ALIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

Name: 32 Clearview Rd, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/ 7/2022. Office Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to Shane Cahill, PO Box 51, Poestenkill, NY 12140.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.”

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: The Greater Goods LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/ 08/22. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to 13 Circle Drive Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

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Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to 66 Oakwood Avenue, Apt B, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Firewood Gathering Volunteer Day

Saturday, October 22: 9am - noon

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Take notice of the formation of CHRISSY’S CRAVINGS LLC. The Articles of Organization filed with the NY Department of State (DOS) on February 4, 2016.

The county, within this state, in which the office of the LLC is to be located is Rensselaer. DOS is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. DOS shall mail service of process to the company at PO Box 46, Valley Falls, New York 12185. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Harris NMT Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/4/2022. Office location: 131 Abbey Rd, Poestenkill, NY 12140 (Rensselaer County).

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 131 Abbey Rd. Poestenkill, NY 12140.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: RENOVATE RENSSELAER 4LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 26, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to 19 Holly Hill Road, Averill Park, NY 12018. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: RENOVATE RENSSELAER 3LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 22, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to 19 Holly Hill Road, Averill Park, NY 12018. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC)

The name of the LLC is “Chavin Equestrian Center, LLC”. The Articles of Organization were filed on September 22, 2022. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County.

The Secretary of State is the designated agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail acopy of any process is 203 Schoolhouse Road, Nassau, NY 12123.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) Nam e: Michael Flynn RE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 5, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to The LLC, 881 Spring Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. Purpose: Any lawful business purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF OLIVE BRANCH RANCH LL C adomestic LLC. Articles of Org. filed with NY Sec. Of State on 09/01/2022. Office location: RENSSELAER County. NY Sec. of State is designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail service of process to 739 Mar Vista Dr, Vista CA 92081 There is no registered agent. Purpose is any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of VANDENBRIEL BUILDERS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 03/ 28/2022. Office location: RENSSELAER County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: BEN VANDENBRIEL, 1SEAMAN AVE., CASTLETON, NY 12033. Purpose: any lawful activity.

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An annual event to help the Center cut, gather, haul, split, and stack enough firewood to last the winter. We’ll treat all hardy volunteers to a free lunch for your efforts.

Please pre-register by Thursday, October 20 so we can plan enough food for everyone.

Greenbush Historical Society Presents Three Criminals in the Capital District

The Greenbush Historical Society presents another scheduled program on Sunday, October 23, 2 PM, at the East Greenbush Community Library. Jill Knapp will delve into crimes of the mid-1800s.

There were several criminals whose crimes held the attention of the public during this period. Knapp’s presentation will cover three of the criminals: a murderous butcher, a female abortionist responsible for the deaths of several women, and a dashing confidence man who swindled the public with his various con-games as a naval officer, a

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Articles of Organization of Lanys T’vyl Properties, LLC (“LLC”) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on September 23, 2022, effective on the date of filing.

Office Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail acopy of any process to the LLC at 2965 River Road, Melrose, New York 12121, which shall be the principal business location. The purpose for which the LLC is formed is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the NYS Limited Liability Company Law.

Notice of Formation of WORLDWYNNE ENTERPRISES LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/9/2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 8Orchard Street, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

TOWN OF EAST GREENBUSH HYDRANT/ WATER MAIN FLUSHING

lumbia Dr, Old Red Mill Rd, Red Mill Estates, August Gate Development, Olcott Ln, Rysedorph Ln, Oriel Ln, Upper Areas of Hampton Manor /Eastern Ave To Summit Ave.

Wed, October 26th –All Streets on North Side of 9/ 20 Between Elliot Rd & Schodack Town Line; Albany Pl, Tamarack Ln, Greenwood Dr, Electric Ave, Horizonview Dr, Includes Huntswood Estates.

Thurs, October 27th –All Streets on South Side Of 9/ 20 from Schodack Town Line; Middlesex, Van Buren, Bloomingdale, Hays Rd, Taylor Estates, Kriss Krossing, Short End of Phillips Rd, Wyatts Cir, Gilligan Rd, Ternan Ave, Sherwood Park, Woodland Park, Forest Point.

Fri, October 28th –9/20 & Barber Dr, Celeste Dr, Ridge Rd / Prospect Heights, Sherwood Ave /Clinton Park Lower Area Of Hampton Manor Below Summit Ave Including Lakeview Ave to Rensselaer City Line.

Flushing will begin at 8:00 am. During flushing, water pressure will be reduced. Water may become discolored due to

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Unlike Halloween ghosts, goblins and monsters, these insidious, dangerous characters resided and committed horrendous crimes in the Capital District in the 1800s. The program is free and open to the public. Because seating is limited, please call the library at 518-477-7476 to register.

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you for your cooperation. East Greenbush Water Department (518) 477-9367