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Greene County communities get $680K in state Smart Growth grants

6 hrs ago

ALBANY — Some Greene County towns and projects were awarded over $678,000 in state Smart Growth grants this week. Read MoreGreene County communities get $680K in state Smart Growth grants

Planned battery storage facility hearing moves to next phase

6 hrs ago

CATSKILL — The town Planning Board closed at its meeting Tuesday the oral comment portion of its public hearing on the Battery Energy Storage System facility proposed at 8006 Route 9W in Catskill and said it is ready to review environmental i…

Union rallies to protect Social Security, Medicare

8 hrs ago

HUDSON — Members of the Communications Workers of America union hosted a rally in Seventh Street Park in Hudson on Thursday afternoon calling for the protection of Social Security and Medicare.

Council votes down grant for Bliss overhaul

8 hrs ago

HUDSON — The Hudson Common Council voted against a resolution to support the Hudson Housing Authority’s Restore NY grant application at its special meeting on Wednesday.

Four takeaways from the New York State budget

Updated 15 hrs ago

The New York State budget passed on April 19, accounting for a spending plan totaling $237 billion.

Meadowbrook Farm Catskills brings something new to family tradition: Spring Gardening

Updated 18 hrs ago

LEEDS - This spring and summer, Meadowbrook Farm Catskills will be home to thousands of tulips, sunflowers, dahlias and a growing variety of other plants.

Columbia surpasses Dutchess in home prices

Apr 25, 2024

The price of homes increased and inventory decreased since 2021 in Columbia County, according to newly released data from the state Department of Taxation and Finance.

New Lebanon secures $2 million to cap former landfill site

Apr 25, 2024

NEW LEBANON — The town will receive $2 million in state funding to close and cap the former New Lebanon landfill.

Amsterdam woman killed in Catskill Thruway crash, troopers say

Updated Apr 24, 2024

CATSKILL - An Amsterdam woman was killed in a Friday crash on the Thruway in the town of Catskill, New York State Police said Tuesday.

Amsterdam woman killed in Catskill Thruway crash

Updated 22 hrs ago

CATSKILL — An Amsterdam woman was killed in a Friday crash on the Thruway in the town of Catskill, New York State Police said Tuesday.

Village lawmakers discuss new law

Updated Apr 24, 2024

CATSKILL — The Board of Trustees is slated to hold a public hearing tonight on a measure allowing it to exceed the state’s property tax cap limit in the municipality’s upcoming budget.

Lawmakers advocate for protection of abandoned animals

Updated Apr 24, 2024

NEW YORK — Lawmakers are advocating for the state Assembly to pass a bill the Senate approved April 9 that would protect abandoned pets.

Mother bear killed on Taconic, group searches for cubs

Updated Apr 24, 2024

SPENCERTOWN — A search for bear cubs is underway after a female black bear was killed on the Taconic Parkway on Friday evening.

Local Events

Judge orders added mental health check for suspect in Mass disruption

Updated Apr 24, 2024

HUDSON — A Hillsdale man charged with making a terroristic threat at St. Mary’s/Holy Trinity Church during the 9 a.m. Mass on April 14 appeared in Hudson City Court on Tuesday morning for a brief hearing on the status of his court-ordered men…

Live life straight from screen in this move-in ready home: Real Estate Roundup

Updated 15 hrs ago

Each week, The Daily Gazette rounds up exciting properties for sale in the greater Capital Region. Whether you’re on the hunt or just like perusing area offerings, join us each week to see what’s available on the local market.

Public hearing set on Catskill Community Theatre restoration

Updated Apr 23, 2024

CATSKILL — The future of the Community Theatre will be the topic of a Board of Trustees public hearing Wednesday.

Round Top man gets 2-4 years in domestic assault

Updated Apr 23, 2024

ROUND TOP — A Round Top man is heading to state prison after pleading guilty to attempted assault.

State funding restored to Columbia County schools

Updated Apr 23, 2024

ALBANY — State funding for Columbia County schools was reverted back to its 2023 levels after Saturday’s passage of the 2024-25 state budget by both the Senate and the Assembly.

Hudson girl stable after near-drowning at Great Escape Lodge

Updated Apr 23, 2024

QUEENSBURY — The state Department of Health is investigating a near-drowning incident at Six Flags Great Escape Lodge involving a Hudson resident.

Ghent couple share their experience with living organ donation

Updated Apr 24, 2024

HUDSON — The importance of living organ donors was the highlight of a press conference Friday at the Columbia County Department of Motor Vehicles for National Donate Life month.

Increased police presence around St. Mary's church this weekend

Updated Apr 20, 2024

HUDSON — There will be an increased police presence at St. Mary’s/Holy Trinity Church following an interruption at the Mass service Sunday, according to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany.

$9.3M bridge work begins on Thruway in Greene County

Updated Apr 20, 2024

The New York State Thruway Authority announced Thursday the start of a $9.3 million project to preserve four bridges on I-87 in Greene County.

Contractor electrocuted on the job expected to survive

Apr 19, 2024

ATHENS– A man who was electrocuted and severely burned Wednesday while working on the former Brookes Opera House is expected to survive, officials said Thursday.

Suprise man suspected of shooting girlfriend awaiting trial date

Apr 18, 2024

CATSKILL – A Greene County man initially charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting and seriously wounding a woman in January, is waiting for a trial date to be set after he was indicted on assault and weapons charges by a grand jury.

Man electrocuted at Night School

Apr 18, 2024

ATHENS– A man was airlifted to Albany Medical Center after being electrocuted Wednesday afternoon, officials said. Antonio Fuentes, Athens Volunteer Fire Department second assistant fire chief said.

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