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Living in Hoffman Homes parks 'a nightmare' with no escape

Hoffman Tenants Advocacy Group said park owners are still trying to force tenants to pay their property taxes, despite July ruling noted it "runs afoul" of the law.

Albany, NY · 10h

takemetotn.com

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This Upstate New York City Runs America’s Oldest Horse Track And Keeps Landing On Best Small City Lists

Some Upstate towns are famous for one thing. This one somehow juggles thoroughbreds, mineral springs, vintage race cars and a landmark concert stage, all inside one small city north of Albany. It keeps showing up on best small city lists, and it is easy to see why once you start...

Saratoga Springs, NY · 2d
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theonlinebeacon.com

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Beneath the Mountain: The Tragedy and Folklore of the Hoosac Tunnel

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Beneath the Hoosac Mountain, between North Adams and Florida, Massachusetts, runs a railroad tunnel whose history is marked by engineering breakthroughs, deadly accidents and generations of ghost stories. Stretching approximately 4.75 miles through the mountain, the Hoosac Tunnel was one of the most ambitious American...

North Adams, MA · 4d
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NHPR

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‘The Simpsons’ writer kicks off 2028 presidential bid in, where else, Springfield

This story was originally produced by the Valley News. NHPR is republishing it in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative. “The Simpsons” writer and producer Dan Greaney launched his 2028 Republican presidential campaign in New Hampshire this week at the Springfield Memorial Building, where a lone local greeted him.

Springfield, VT · 3d
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iBerkshires.com

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Aisling Mountain Farm Owners Say Town Scrutiny Has Damaged Business

ADAMS, Mass. — What began as a dispute between neighboring property owners has escalated into a prolonged conflict spanning multiple town boards and departments, leading Aisling Mountain Farm's operators to question whether some officials have overstepped their authority. Farm owner Kathryn Foley purchased the 22-acre property at 185 West...

Adams, MA · 2d

Zoey 103.9

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The History of Downtown Troy's "Warner Brothers Building"

We've all seen it, so why does Warner Brothers have a giant logo in Downtown Troy?

Troy, NY · 11d

vermontjournal.com

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Ludlow hears status, next steps for Jewell Brook dam sites

LUDLOW, Vt. – The Ludlow Selectboard on Nov. 2 heard a presentation from Charles Johnston, of consulting engineering firm DuBois and King, regarding the four Jewell Brook dam sites (numbered 1, 2, 3, and 5, skipping No. 4), a perennial topic of concern, particularly since the Great Flood of 2023 which did significant damage to Ludlow and the surrounding region. While the dams held during that flood, they have generated concern in the time since due to their age and potential for significant damage and loss of life should they fail.

Ludlow, VT · 1d

vermontjournal.com

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Mount Holly School ranks among top 8 in Vermont

MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – At a time when Vermont’s education system faces intense scrutiny over costs, student outcomes, and the future of small schools, new national school rankings offer an important reminder: Some of Vermont’s highest-performing elementary schools are located in its smallest rural communities. According to...

Vermont · 6h

VTDigger

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Setting the goal: more households with workers

Next Gen Brattleboro launches with a four-organization alliance, a case for growth, and a $1 million match for a new leadership fund. Read the story on VTDigger here: Setting the goal: more households with workers .

Brattleboro, VT · 2d

vermontbiz.com

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Southwestern Vermont Chamber celebrates community leaders at 4th annual Heart of The Shires event

VermontBiz The Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce brought together nonprofit leaders, volunteers, business owners, and community partners on Thursday evening for its 4th Annual Heart of The Shires celebration, recognizing three individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, and commitment continue to strengthen Southwestern Vermont. Held November 5 at the Bennington...

Bennington, VT · 1d

harlemworldmagazine.com

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New York Announces $2.4 Million For Diversion Programs Addressing Behavioral Health Needs

The New York State Office of Mental Health today announced that $2.4 million was awarded to help four counties divert individuals with behavioral health issues from the criminal justice system by connecting them with timely treatment and services. The funding will help three non-profit service providers offer community-based diversion programs...

New York · 1d

thejustice.org

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Hudson Ranney ’29 elected High Bailiff

Hudson Ranney ’29 has been passionate about politics for as long as he can remember. At just three years old, Ranney memorized all the presidents of the United States from a set of flashcards. As a Vermont native, Ranney had the formative experience of attending a Bernie Sanders rally in 2016, where he met David Zuckerman, who was running for lieutenant governor at the time. Eight years later, in a full-circle moment, Ranney had the opportunity to work on Zuckerman's campaign. Most recently, Ranney was elected High Bailiff of Windsor County, Vermont.

Windsor County, VT · 11h

vermontjournal.com

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New southern Vermont initiative targets healthcare needs

BRATTLEBORO, Vt. – This year, Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation (BDCC) will partner with employers and local training providers to create a new Southern Vermont LNA Hub. The hub was launched with funding from Vermont’s Rural Health Transformation Program, which aims to strengthen the rural healthcare workforce network. This initiative will support training and recruitment for licensed nursing assistants (LNA), who are key to frontline healthcare delivery. The hub will make investments to improve training options and outcomes, including low-cost and no-cost training and job readiness support for LNA trainees.

Brattleboro, VT · 7h

spectrumlocalnews.com

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Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin discusses growing financial pressures facing local governments

This weekend on In Focus, Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin discusses the growing financial pressures facing local governments, including unfunded state and federal mandates and changes to SNAP administration that could cost counties millions of dollars. He also weighs in on the debate over data center development, the need to...

Rensselaer County, NY · 2d

vermontjournal.com

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Podcast episode explores the life of James Hartness

SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – What do precision manufacturing, Vermont politics, aviation, and amateur astronomy have in common? The answer is James Hartness, the innovative Vermont industrialist and governor whose influence can still be seen and felt in Springfield nearly a century after his death. The latest episode of the history...

Springfield, VT · 1d

WNYT NewsChannel 13 Albany, NY

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Rensselaer County lawmakers to consider three-year sewer rate increase

The sewer district says the additional revenue is needed to offset rising expenditures and cover district costs, including debt service.

Rensselaer County, NY · 9h

vermontjournal.com

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2026 Kurn Hattin Annual Meeting defined by momentum and transition

WESTMINSTER, Vt. – On Sept. 23, Kurn Hattin Home and School for Children held its Annual Meeting of Trustees and Incorporators. On the heels of historic momentum and strategic transition for the residential and academic community, the board elected five new incorporators to three-year terms: Jahyde Bullard, of Pittsfield, Mass.; Deb Hamel Gay, of Hernando, Fla.; Bruce Maysilles, of Advance, N.C.; Heidi Schwieger, of Keene, N.H.; and Cynthia Staniszewski, of Swarthmore, Pa.

Westminster, VT · 9h

Times Union

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Former Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari dead at 83

Canestrari, a former Cohoes mayor who became majority leader of the state Assembly, died Monday after a brief illness.

Cohoes, NY · 1d

WRGB

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Crows and Troy residents to coexist after USDA contract voted down

TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) -- The Troy City Council unanimously voted to deny a contract with the USDA for crow scare tactics, deciding it's best to coexist rather than deal with its methods. President Sue Steele said this is what the constituents wanted. "Well, the meeting (on Thursday night) was interesting....

Troy, NY · 3d

We Are Berkshires

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Buying Alcohol Will Be Difficult for Berkshire Residents Come Christmas

Because of the Massachusetts law, planning ahead is key.

Massachusetts · 1d