Propane incident causes concern around the Slate Valley Museum-GRANVILLE – The Village Police Department is asking people to avoid the area around the Slate Valley Museum while a propane incident is mitigated. The Washington County Office of Public Safety has advised residents to avoid the River and Water Street areas around the museum as well as the Mettawee River foot bridge. They advise […]
Propane incident causes concern around the Slate Valley Museum-GRANVILLE – The Village Police Department is asking people to avoid the area around the Slate Valley Museum while a propane incident is mitigated. The Washington County Office of Public Safety has advised residents to avoid the River and Water Street areas around the museum as well as the Mettawee River foot bridge. They advise […]
Area Bowling Scores, February 6, 2025-Slate Valley Jrs. – Jan. 24. High scores: Mason Makepeace 100, Jason Williams 77, Blake Waite 128, Malachi Heuser 124, Carson Bates 120, Wyatt Bourn 97, Victoria Bourn 109, Isabella Bourn 142, Cody Waite 159, Liliana Schultze 135, Lane Brown 97 Braxton Brown 121, Leighton Brown 131, Eli Donaldson 148, Drake Ferguson 129, Ryan Randall […]
A look on Main Street, about 1909-By Erik Pekar This week’s photo is a view of Main Street, looking west, roughly from standing in the intersection of Main and Church Streets. The photo dates to the late 1900s decade. Main Street is still unpaved, and lined with utility poles. Horses are in view, pulling wagons and buggies. On the left (south […]
School links with Sweethearts & Heroes-WHITEHALL – As part of an ongoing partnership with the school district, an amazing superhero without a cape was in Whitehall to teach students and educators how they can keep activating compassion, empathy and HOPE in their classrooms — and beyond. Pat Fish, of Sweethearts & Heroes, was in the Whitehall Central School District on […]
Proposed state budget contains $500K for Whitehall schools-By EJ Conzola II WHITEHALL – Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed state budget calls for an addition $825 million in aid for education – a total that includes more than $500,000 for the Whitehall Central School District. But the local figure is not really an accurate representation of what the district will receive, according to school […]
New owner makes changes at Race Oil site-By Brett Porter NYVT Media GRANVILLE – Hoagland Property Management recently acquired the old Race Oil facility on E. Potter Ave in Granville. Connor Hoagland, the owner and operator, has been hard at work since day one modernizing the property to be a local hub for year-round property management services, including snow removal in the […]
Former mayor is running unopposed to return-By EJ Conzola II NYVT Media WHITEHALL – Barring a successful write-in campaign, former Mayor Phil Smith will be returning to office. Smith, who served as mayor from 2017 to 2021, was chosen by the village Democratic Committee is its candidate to succeed current Mayor Francis “Fra” Putorti, himself a former mayor, who agreed to […]
Letter to the editor: Salvation Army thanks holiday donors-To the Editor: During this cold start of the New Year, the Granville Area Salvation Army Service Unit would like to thank everyone who contributed to the very successful 2024 Christmas Season fundraising event. We had great success using the online volunteer calendar for bell ringers. This self-serve system allowed community members to sign up […]
Letter to the editor: Concerns over synthetic turf-To the Editor: In addition to the issue of whether funds would be better spent on issues directly impacting students’ academic skills, there is abundant literature about increased sports injuries associated with synthetic athletic fields and toxic exposure caused by the materials used to manufacture the turf. The Board of Education should put the health of […]
Whitehall celebrates resurgent Main Street-By EJ Conzola II NYVT Media WHITEHALL – The Chamber of Commerce celebrated the recent resurgence of business along the village’s historical Main Street on Sunday, Feb. 2, with ceremonies highlighting a few of the newer additions to the thoroughfare. The Chamber held ribbon-cuttings at two of those additions – Studio 110 hair and tanning […]
Washington County Real Property Transactions February 7, 2025-Jan. 21 Kirsten M. and Mark M. Lamuniere of Cambridge sold property located at 7 Stage Road in Cambridge to Jessica A. Alvarez and Willard G. Inscoe III for the sum of $380,000. Carmen R. Garrone of Miami, Florida, sold property located at 79 Fox Knoll Way in Granville to Catherine Garrone-Brooks and Norman E. […]
Longtime probe still ‘pending’ in house fire death of girl, 10-By EJ Conzola II YVT Media WHITEHALL – It has been nearly nine months since a fire claimed the life of a 10-year-old girl, but no new information has been made available related to the fatal blaze. All those close to the investigation will say is that the inquiry is “pending.” The body of Airyonna […]
State to Whitehall: Fix water issues in 120 days-By EJ Conzola II NYVT Media WHITEHALL – The state Department of Health has given the village 120 days in which to craft a “corrective action plan” to address numerous problems with its water supply system, which failed in early December, leaving system customers without water service for nearly a week. If the village does […]
Granville’s new website to promote area-By Brett Porter NYVT Media GRANVILLE- “Where the Mettawee Meets the Mountains” reads across the masthead of the town’s new Discover Granville website. To commemorate the launch, Karin Rozell, Jackie WIliams and company offered some light fare at the Pember Library on Thursday. Some 30 people had shown up to have some goodies and get […]
Gordie Smith won’t seek reelection-By Brett Porter NYVT Media GRANVILLE-Deputy Mayor Gordie Smith ended the Village Board meeting Monday by announcing he won’t seek reelection in March. Smith gave 30 years of his life to serving the public, taking great pride in his efforts to make the community around him a better place. He was first elected as a […]
Washington County Real Estate Transactions January 31, 2025-Jan. 13 Ashbrook Capital LLC of Plano, Texas, sold property located at 360 Broadway in Fort Edward to DAF Properties II LLC and 360 Broadway PH LLC for the sum of $876,923. David Keys of Granville sold property located at 1121 Lundy Road in Hartford to Eric M. Bates for the sum of $4,000. Ann […]
Area Bowling Scores, January 30, 2025-Whitehall Elks – Jan. 20 & 21. Team Scores: Alabama Slammers beat 5-Guys 2-1 Legion Riders beat Norms Marine Service 3-0 T.D.T. Mechanical beat Split Personalities 2-1 Bottoms Up beat Joes Pizza 2-1 High Scores: Kevin Grenier 208, Devinn Peterson 192, Ken Currier 204-212, Dave Hamilton 193-204, Ashley Roennpagel 160, Amanda Tracy 155-163, Tom Egan […]
The Cove Bridge in Middle Granville-By Erik Pekar This week we take a look back at the classifieds in the January 30, 1925 issue of the Granville Sentinel and see what was being advertised there. The “lost” section had one item: “Lost – at Pastime theatre Saturday night in the balcony, a long brushed wool scarf, light tan, a long […]
Husband, wife to serve as judges-By EJ Conzola II NYVT Media WHITEHALL – Dispensing justice will now be a family affair in the town and the village. The Village Board voted Jan. 21 to appoint Dennis Johnson to the village’s associate justice position, replacing Thomas Nichols, who had served as both town justice and associate village justice before retiring at […]
State of the Village is ‘strong’-By Mayor Paul Labas As we work our way through January, I want to take a few moments to update everyone concerning the progress seen in Granville over the past year, as well as some of what we hope to accomplish in 2025. This past year has been a busy and productive one in many […]
Music in the Park summer concert series returns-The weather was great, the crowd large and the music exceptional, as the Granville High School Jazz Ensemble unofficially kicked off the summer’s Music in the Park series on Thursday evening, June 13. Granville is noted for its summer concerts but it is believed this is the first time the Jazz Ensemble has entertained the […]
A glimpse at Poultney’s 4th of July Parade-POULTNEY – Get ready to experience a vibrant and unforgettable 4th of July celebration in the historic town of Poultney. Spanning two days, this year’s festivities promise something for everyone, from thrilling parades to exciting entertainment and delicious food. The highlight of the celebration is the town parade, kicking off on Thursday, July 4 at […]
Drama ‘Agnes of God’ takes center stage at Fort Salem Theater-Fort Salem Theater announced the kickoff of its 2024 season with the drama “Agnes of God,” written by John Pielmeier. Scheduled to run from March 1 to March 10, this production promises an intimate and immersive in-the-round experience in the Cabaret Room, setting the stage for a thought-provoking and captivating theatrical journey. Directed by Fort […]
VTSU Castleton Jazz Ensemble Concert-The VTSU Jazz Ensemble is celebrating the music of Thelonious Monk. One of the pioneers of Bebop, Monk was an incredible jazz composer and pianist. The Jazz Ensemble will feature his music at their concert on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 7 p.m. in Casella Theater on the VTSU Castleton Campus. Tickets for the performance are $10 […]
Casting announced for 3rd annual ‘Snow Business’ at Fort Salem Theater-Fort Salem Theater is excited to announce the cast for the third annual holiday spectacular, “There’s (Still Definitely) No Business Like Snow Business,” set to take the stage from Dec. 8 to Dec. 10. A beloved Fort Salem Theater tradition, this original holiday event promises to be fun for the whole family, as it brings […]
Hubbard Hall Holiday Concert-The Hubbard Hall Holiday Concert and Community Celebration will be held on two dates next month. Holiday concerts will be held on Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 10, at 6 p.m. The Dec. 2 concert will feature local band Shannon Tehya and The Troupe, and members of the Hubbard Hall/CCS Drama Club. Tickets […]
Salem Central School Drama Club presents ‘The Addams Family’-The Salem Central School Drama Club is thrilled to announce their upcoming production of “The Addams Family,” a musical featuring a stellar cast of talented 7th to 12th grade performers. The show promises to deliver a bewitching blend of dark humor, catchy tunes and eerie charm that will leave audiences captivated from start to finish. […]
Celebrate Holiday Tree Lighting, Nov. 24-Come to Depot Park for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting presented by Heritage Family Credit Union. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., grab a free cup of hot cocoa from Mission City Church and enjoy a performance of holiday carols before Santa arrives by firetruck at 6 p.m. to light the downtown Rutland holiday tree. To light […]
A Midsummer’s Night Dream staged in Salem-The Fort Salem Theater is thrilled to invite audiences to escape the winter chill with its upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s timeless comedy, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” on November 16, 17 and 19. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. There will be no performance on Saturday due to […]
A celebration of Beethoven-Saratoga Chamber Players’ violinist and Artistic Director Jill Levy joins cellist Annabelle Hoffman and pianist Margaret Kampmeier to celebrate Beethoven with a piano, violin and cello trio featuring his 12 Variations on a Mozart theme from the “Magic Flute,” Sonata No. 7, and the famous “Archduke” Piano Trio. A concert preview will be held for […]
Yaddo ghost tours in the garden begin Sept. 16-Drop-in tours of the gardens at Yaddo will be offered on Fridays and Sundays, from Sept. 16 through Oct. 30. No tours will be offered on Friday, Sept. 30; Sunday, Oct. 2; and Friday, Oct. 7 because of scheduled private events in the gardens. Visitors should meet at the parking lot entrance to the garden […]
Cambridge church BBQ and raffle Sept. 17 and 18-Cambridge United Presbyterian Church will host a chicken barbecue on Saturday, Sept. 17, with pick-up taking place from 3 to 5 p.m. at American Legion Post 634 on State Route 22. Cost is $15 per dinner. Bake sale items will be available, too. The church also is raffling a 16”x20” painting by artist Julie Duggan. […]
Musical variety show at Little Theater Sept. 10, 14-Little Theater on the Farm will present its annual 1950s and 60s Musical Variety Show on Saturday, Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. and again on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 2 p.m. The show will be emceed by Judy Talbot and produced by Sandy Wheeler. Performers will include the Twisted Twirlers and more. Visit littletheater27.org for […]
Music at the Courthouse Sept. 11-The annual fall classical music event at the Historic Salem Courthouse will take place in the courtroom on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 11, at 3 p.m. The musical fare will include one of Beethoven’s lively early sonatas for cello and piano, the grand and unusually scored duo for violin and cello by Hungarian composer Zoltan Kodaly […]
Saratoga Chamber Players to perform Sept. 11-Musicians new to the Saratoga Chamber Players – violinist Lily Holgate and cellist Annabelle Hoffman – will join violinist Jill Levy and violist Kathy Andrew for a program of string quartets at the Saratoga United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs, on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 3 p.m. The players will perform works of […]
G-W Wrestlers Excel at Sectional Meets-By Keith Harrington In their initial season as a merged program, the Granville-Whitehall wrestling team excelled at the Section II Wrestling Championships this weekend. Both the boy’s and girls’ teams had wrestlers place at their respective events. The G-W boys finished second at the Class C championships and crowned four champions. Six wrestlers from the […]
Border Country Sports Report-February 9th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Golden Horde Roll on Senior Night, Sweep the Weekend The Granville boys basketball team rolled over Hadley-Luzerne on Senior Night and swept the weekend with a victory over Warrensburg to clinch the No. 3 seed in the Adirondack League Tournament. On Friday night Golden […]
Border Country Sports Report-February 8th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Hartford Wins Father-Son Battle with Flying Forts It was the first father vs. son battle between Hartford and Fort Edward with the Tanagers earning bragging rights with a 59-41 over Fort Edward in Adirondack League action. Former Hartford coach Jason Harrington is the coach […]
Border Country Sports Report-February 6th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Whitehall Defeats Corinth in Key ADK Matchup Don’t look now but the Adirondack League boys basketball race is tightening up. Coming into the week North Warren and Corinth were both unbeaten and two games clear of the pack. The Cougars are still sitting on […]
Horde Fight off Tanagers, Extend Winning Streak-By Keith Harrington Hartford boy’s basketball coach Ray Harrington looked at his mother Wendy Wednesday morning and said, “We’re going to beat them.” The words of the first-year Tanager’s coach almost proved to be prophetic. Hartford fell behind early but refused to go away before coming up a little short 69-63 in an Adirondack League […]
Johnson Reaches 1,000, Scores 40 as Tanagers Roll Over Horde in Assembly Game-By Keith Harrington The Hartford Central School student body packed the Ella Colvin Gym for the annual Assembly Game, and when they boarded the busses to head home they weren’t disappointed. Tanager fans off all ages witnessed a performance they won’t soon forget. Hartford came out on fire and used their fullcourt press and transition […]
Riverhawks End Whitehall’s 13-Game win Streak in Defensive Grinder-By Keith Harrington Corinth and Whitehall entered Tuesday night’s Adirondack League showdown unbeaten in conference play. The Railroaders were on a 13-game winning streak, having not lost since December 6th. The Riverhawks played a difficult non-league schedule that resulted in some losses, but they have been dominant in ADK contests. Something had to give. In […]
Border Country Sports Report-February 4th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. North Warren Edges Riverhawks in ADK Showdown North Warren led the solid play of Semaj Cuyler and the hot shooting of Wyatt Jennings to edge Corinth 71-68 in an Adirondack League showdown Monday evening. Both teams ended the night unbeaten in league play. The […]
Border Country Sports Report-February 2nd-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Latrell Evans Breaks Whitehall Record Latrell Evans had a huge game, breaking the school single-game scoring record as Whitehall defeated Argyle Saturday 89-44 in Adirondack League basketball. Evans poured in 53 points to eclipse the mark of 52 set by Joe Greco in 1971. […]
Border Country Sports Report-February 1st-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Johnson, Tanagers Roll Over Fort Ann To say the Hartford girl’s basketball team came out of the locker room on fire would be a severe understatement. The Tanagers fashioned a 34-2 first-quarter lead and rolled over Fort Ann 70-33 in Adirondack League girls basketball […]
Border Country Sports Report-January 31st-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Whitehall Edges Panthers in OT to Win 12th Straight Whitehall opened up a big third quarter lead then edged Hoosick Falls in OT 56-52 in non-league girls basketball. The win was the 12th in a row for the Railroaders. Whitehall led 40-27 heading to […]
Adirondack League Playoff Races Coming Down to the Wire-By Keith Harrington This is the most exciting time of the year for high school basketball fans. The regular season is winding down. Soon the quest for league, sectional, regional, and state titles will begin. It will be the survive and advance, or lose and go home time of year. Heading into the final days […]
Border Country Sports Report-January 29th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Swezey, Baker Lead Hartford over Scots Hartford received monumental games from Aiden Swezey and Jesse Baker as they rolled over Route 40 rival Argyle in a non-league contest between Adirondack League foes. Swezey poured in 39 points to lead the Tanagers. Swezey knocked down […]
Border Country Sports Report-January 26th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Landon Wears the Queen Bison Crown If you see Granville’s Jaymie Landon around this week, just call her the Queen Bison. Landon claimed the championship in the 152 weight class Sunday at the Queen Bison Invitational at Shaker High School. Landon went 5-0 at […]
Evans Scores 36 to Lead Railroaders over Crown Point-By Keith Harrington When the Whitehall boys basketball team clicks on all cylinders, they can put up some huge numbers. Keith Redmond’s squad has several players who can score the basketball and love to push the tempo. Monday night against Crown Point the Railroaders came out with their run-and-gun style of play in high gear […]
Hammers Perform Well at Otter Valley Invitational-By Keith Harrington The Granville-Whitehall wrestling team traveled to Brandon, Vermont, and performed strongly at the Otter Valley Invitational. The Hammers placed third as a team and four G-W wrestlers were crowned champions. Granville finished with 143 points behind Spaulding with 196.65 and Middlebury with 169.5. Nathan Barber (144), Jaxon Torres (165), Brandon Beaver (190), […]
Border Country Sports Report-January 25th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Railroaders Edge Burghers for 11th Straight Win Whitehall edged 35-32 Warrensburg in Adirondack League Girls Basketball action on Friday night. It was the 11th straight win for the Railroaders after opening the season 0-2. Whitehall jumped out early, leading 17-8 after the first quarter, […]
Granville Holds off Cardinals-By Keith Harrington Granville raced out to a big first-quarter lead, then fought off a Fort Ann comeback attempt. holding on for a 47-30 win on Adirondack League girls basketball. It was the third straight win over the Golden Horde. Granville coach Keith Beattie wasn’t exactly enamored with his team’s effort, but he was pleased […]
Border Country Sports Report-January 24th-Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. G-W Defeats Warrensburg-Lake George on the Mat The Granville-Whitehall wrestling team won their second match of the week, defeating Warrensburg-Lake George 43-19 Thursday night. Mason Heckman (108), Nathan Barber (145), Jaxon Torres (170), Brandon Beaver )190), and AJ Landon (285) won by pin for […]
Granville-Whitehall Hammers Bulldogs-By Keith Harrington The Granville-Whitehall wrestling team created a new nickname for the 2024-2025 season. Last night they showed why the moniker fits them perfectly. G-W hit the road to Manchester, Vermont, and hammered Burr and Burton 55-12 in a non-league match between cross-state programs. Matt Ingerson (150), Jaxon Torres (165), Brandon Beaver (190), and […]
Police Beat 2-7-Granville Police Department Jan. 26 12:53 a.m. A Granville man is facing two misdemeanor charges and seven Vehicle and Traffic Law infractions following a traffic stop at the intersection of State Route 22 and Mettowee Street/ Cody D. Tracy, 31 of South Maple Street, was charged with two counts of second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of […]
Area Police Report, February 7, 2025-Editor’s Note: An arrest or charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. Granville Police Department Jan. 26 12:53 a.m. A Granville man is facing two misdemeanor charges and seven Vehicle and Traffic Law infractions following a traffic stop […]
Police beat 1-31-Washington County Sheriff’s Office A Hudson Falls man is under arrest on charges of 2nd and 3rd degree burglary as well as petit larceny following the investigation into an August break-in at a residence an outbuilding in the Town of Kingsbury. Deputies alleged evidence found at the scene led them to 38-year-old Brandon J. Cole. […]
Area Police Beat-Granville Police Department Dec. 13 9:30 p.m. Police charged a West Pawlet, Vermont, man with drug possession following a traffic stop on Church Street. John G. Labas, 38, was charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor, after officers stopped him for having a nonilluminated license plate light and they discovered he […]
Police Beat 1-10-Editors Note: An arrest or charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. Granville Police Department Dec. 14 11:30 a.m. Police were informed a wallet had been found near the entrance to the Granville High School gymnasium. The wallet was […]
Police Beat, Dec. 20-Granville Police Department Dec. 11 6:11 a.m. Police responded to a fire alarm activation at a Quaker Street coffee shop. Upon arrival, they spoke to the manager who told them the alarm was triggered by bacon grease smoke. 6:55 a.m. Officers responded to a call about a person shouting near the intersection of River and […]
Police Beat 12-13-Granville Police Department Nov. 30 2 p.m. Police responded to an Allen Street residence to stand by while other agencies investigated a mental health complaint that originated in the Town of Salem. Dec. 1 1:10 p.m. An anonymous caller reported that a vehicle had left the residence after a domestic incident at a residence on […]
Police Beat-Granville Police Department Nov. 11 8:15 a.m. Officers on patrol saw a car with no license plates parked in a West Main Street parking lot. Police discovered the vehicle was supposed to have a temporary Vermont plate, which had expired. Officers continued on patrol and when they passed the scene later, the vehicle was gone. […]
Police Beat 11-29-Washington County Sheriff’s Office Nov. 21 Deputies arrested Chevette S. Hill, 34, of Hudson Falls, on multiple felony charges related to the sale and possession of narcotics. Hill was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree, a Class B felony, and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 3rd […]
Police Beat: Nov. 22-Man faces rape charge A 37-year-old Whitehall man is behind bars, charged with rape in the 2nd degree and endangering the welfare of a child. On Nov.7 state troopers received information that Matthew P. Delucca allegedly had inappropriate sexual contact with a child under the age of 15 while in Whitehall. Delucca was arrested, arraigned […]
Police Beat 11-15-Massachusetts teen dies in Shrewsbury crash Vermont State Police were notified of a one car crash on Cold River Road in Shrewsbury around 4 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10. They found a Dodge Ram pickup had left the roadway, struck the guardrail and then a tree head on. 17-year-old Macy Piersiak of Needham, MA was […]
Police Beat 11-8-Granville Police Department Oct. 1 2:16 p.m. A Granville man is facing several charges after he allegedly waived a handgun around during a road rage incident. Larry J. Francis, 76, of Kamarak Way, was charged with second-degree menacing and reckless driving, both misdemeanors, and Vehicle and Traffic Law infractions following an investigation a week after […]
Police Beat November 1, 2024-Granville Police Oct. 17 2:30 p.m. Police were called to a Lincoln Street residence in response to what they described as an ongoing custody dispute between a mother and daughter. The mother, who has custody of the daughter’s children, said the daughter was in her residence giving her a hard time about visitation, making […]
Police Beat 11-1-Oct. 17 2:30 p.m. Police were called to a Lincoln Street residence in response to what they described as an ongoing custody dispute between a mother and daughter. The mother, who has custody of the daughter’s children, said the daughter was in her residence giving her a hard time about visitation, making the children upset. […]
Police Beat Oct. 25, 2024-Granville Police Department Oct. 11 9:52 a.m. A Granville man found an undisclosed amount of cash on Main Street and turned it over to police. If the person who lost the money can provide police with the amount and the location where it was lost, it will be returned. Otherwise, after a retention period, the […]
Police Beat, Oct. 18, 2024-Granville Police Department: Village police were contacted by law enforcement officials in several Vermont communities to watch for a Wells, Vermont, resident who had caused problems at several stores in Vermont. Village police saw the motorcycle the suspect was reportedly riding on Quaker Street but the rider left the area after making an obscene gesture […]
Police Beat, Oct. 12, 2024-An arrest or a charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. New York State: NYS conducts major Capital Region drug bust ALBANY – The NYS Attorney General’s Office has announced the arrest of 21 individuals involved in what […]
Police Beat: Oct. 4, 2024-Fort Ann man dies in Northway crash QUEENSBURY – Troopers responded to the report of a motorcycle off the roadway of I-87 in Queensbury in the early morning hours of Sunday, Sept. 22. The motorcycle operator has been identified as Rodrigo A. Borges Da Silva, age 41 of Fort Ann, who was declared deceased at […]
Police Beat, Sept. 27, 2024-Fair Haven man charged with assaulting a police officer FAIR HAVEN – Police were called to Dutton Avenue in the town for a welfare check. Upon arrival, the officer contacted 39-year-old Jeff. S. Hatter II of Fair Haven, who was in his garage allegedly armed with a hatchet and a knife. Police say while attempting […]
Police Beat 9-20-HUDSON FALLS – Over A two-day time period, troopers arrested 34-year-old Joseph E. Millington of Diamond Point, 36-year-old Jeffrey G. Dickinson of Fort Ann, 37-year-old Jeffrey W. Fifield of Hudson Falls and 30-year-old Charles J. Cleveland of Greenwich. Millington and Dickenson face charges of criminal possession of stolen property in the 3rd degree and conspiracy […]
Grant Michael Scott-Whitehall-Grant Michael Scott, age 17, of Whitehall, NY, passed away the morning of January 29th, 2025, at his home. Grant (affectionately known as Pants) was born on July 12, 2007, in Troy, NY to Seth and Shauna Scott. He was in the process of enlisting in the U.S. Army. Not only was he an aspiring […]
Philip Asa Hayes-Philip Asa Hayes of Wells, Vermont died surrounded by his loving family at his daughter’s home in Hebron NY. Phil was born on March 30, 1944, in Granville, NY, the son of the late Asa J and Ola Marie (Philips) Hayes. Phil was a true Vermonter that always was there to help his family, neighbors […]
Christopher W. Monty-Whitehall-On Wednesday January 22, 2025, Christopher W. Monty passed away at home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Rutland, Vermont on September 2,1962 he was the son of Wayne E. Monty and Mary Agnes (Stiles) Monty of Whitehall. Chris graduated from Whitehall High School in 1982, where he was an All-Star Athlete in […]
Virginia Mason “Ginny” Daring-Rutland- Virginia Mason “Ginny” Daring, 100, of Rutland, passed away on Saturday January 25, 2025, after a brief illness. She was born October 3, 1924, in Rochester, NY, the daughter of Mildred and Donald Mason. She grew up in Granville, NY, spending summers vacationing at Lake St. Catherine. She graduated from Granville High School in […]
Sandra Jean Osborne (LaMountain)-Sandra Jean Osborne (LaMountain), 69 years old, sadly passed away on January 18, 2025, at Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, S.C. After a long courageous battle with chronic kidney disease with her loving family surrounding her. Sandy was born on January 15, 1956, in Glens Falls, NY to the late Reginald E. and […]
Myron “Mike” Dickinson-Myron “Mike” Dickinson, age 87, passed away at Glens Falls Hospital on December 23, 2024. Myron was born on July 3, 1937, in Gansevoort, NY the son of Frank and Catherine (LaFoy) Dickinson. Mike attended school at the Hartford Central School in Hartford, NY. As a young man he worked at local farms and installing lockers […]
William “Bud” M. Ritchie, Jr.-Middle Granville, NY – A working man – the salt of the earth. Bud Ritchie was his work. Stubborn and opinionated; but fair, reliable, honest and generous to those in need. Bud passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by his family. He credited his start in business to Glenn […]
Wilma Wescott Avery-POULTNEY, VT – Wilma Wescott Avery passed away peacefully at the Arkansas home of her daughter, Patricia, on Jan. 11, 2025. Wilma was born Dec. 13, 1928 in E. Poultney, Vermont, to Mabel (Lake) and H. Phillips Wescott. In Poultney, she played in the school band and went with them to the 1939 NY World’s […]
Mary Boyce Kelly-SCHENECTADY – Mary Boyce Kelly, 95, passed away on Wednesday January 1, 2025. She was born in Poultney, VT, in 1929, the daughter of the late Mary Emma (Bree) and George P. Boyce. Mary grew up on a farm with her eight siblings, sharing many fond memories of her childhood. As a teenager, she traveled […]
David John Morris-Granville, NY – David John Morris passed away on December 8, 2024, following a short illness. Dave was born on July 3, 1945, in Granville, NY the son of Harold and Harriet (Howe) Morris. He was a 1963 graduate of Granville High School. Dave joined the Air Force immediately after graduation. He started his military career […]
Deborah (Debbie) May (Andrus) Charpentier-Whitehall-Deborah (Debbie) May (Andrus) Charpentier, 70, was welcomed into the loving and healing arms of her Lord on January 9, 2025, after a long, courageous battle with COPD. She is finally at peace and reunited with her dear mother. Debbie was born on March 19, 1954 in Rutland, VT to the late William and Marion […]
Barbara Ramnes Kelly-CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Barbara Ramnes Kelly, 94, died peacefully at The Lodge at Old Trail on January 4, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in Mechanicville, NY on April 19, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Thelma Waite Ramnes. She was a graduate of Mechanicville High School. Barbara lived many years […]
Kristopher Lee Houghtby-Whitehall-Kristopher Lee Houghtby, 40, of Whitehall passed away suddenly on January 4th, 2025, from natural causes. Born in Glens Falls on December 25th, 1984, he was the son of Patti and Stephen Brown. Kristopher was a lifelong resident of Whitehall and was employed by General Electric in Rutland, Vermont prior to being diagnosed with Multiple […]
Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Falta (Gregory)-It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Mary “Betty” Falta of Fort Ann who passed away on January 7, 2025, at the age of 78. She was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, mimi, sister and friend. Betty was born on January 26, 1946, in Tarrytown, New York. She was […]
Sherry R. (Paddock) Mercado-With great sadness we announce the passing of Sherry R (Paddock) Mercado, 70 at home peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025. She had been battling abdomen problems, COPD, and CHF (congestive heart failure). Born November 19th, 1954, she was the daughter of Daniel and Doris (Cook) Paddock, her siblings include Joan, Gene, and Gail.She had […]
David H. Doty-Granville, NY – David H. Doty of New Boston Road, Granville NY, passed peacefully in his sleep on January 3, 2025, a long and happy life. He was born on February 16, 1935, the son of Maurice Doty and Mary Gilbert Doty. Dave served 4 years in the Air Force right after high school. Dave was […]
David H. “Dunk” MacConnell-David H. “Dunk” MacConnell, 86, formerly of Granville, passed away Friday December 27, 2024, in St. Augustine, Florida surrounded by family. Born in Lake Placid, NY, he was the son of the late Theodore J. MacConnell and Kathleen S. MacConnell. After moving to Granville as a toddler, he was a 1956 graduate of Granville High […]
Another inmate’s death termed suspicious-By Doug La Rocque NYVT Media NYVT Media has learned of a death of another inmate at the Marcy Correctional Facility, Elijah Tripp, 32, of Hudson Falls, whose family said they believe the circumstances surrounding his death are suspicious. This is the same correctional facility in which Robert Brooks was beaten to death and is […]
Tulita H. Cleveland-Pawlet, VT – Tulita H. Cleveland passed away at her home on December 29, 2024, following a short illness. Tulita was born on August 19, 1940, in Danby, Vermont the daughter of Merritt and Velma (Corey) Brown. Tulita married Walter “Sonny” Cleveland. She enjoyed sewing and working in her flower gardens. She was as wonderful a wife, mother, […]
Polly Marie (Terry) Simmes-Polly Marie (Terry) Simmes, 66, of Whitehall, NY, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 25, 2024, at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by her children, after a long battle with illness. Born on January 28, 1958, to the late Gene and Jean (Townsend) Terry, Polly was a force of nature. Outspoken, hardheaded, and ever […]
Propane incident causes concern around the Slate Valley Museum - GRANVILLE – The Village Police Department is asking people to avoid the area around the Slate Valley Museum while a propane incident is mitigated. The Washington County Office of Public Safety has advised residents to avoid the River and Water Street areas around the museum as well as the Mettawee River foot bridge. They advise […]
