Sentinel-Times
By NYVT MEDIA
October 29, 2025
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Honoring Veterans means defending the ideals they fought forTo the editor:A year ago, a drive through Granville revealed a town that wears its patriotism on its sleeve, in most cases. The banners honoring local veterans were a powerful and visible testament to a community deeply rooted in a history ...
The Granville Lions Club’s effort to replace its aging warehouse took a significant step forward this week thanks to a major contribution from Telescope Casual Furniture CEO Kathy Juckett.“We knew the enormity of the need of the Lions for this project,” Juckett said. “I got together with our next ...
DRESDEN – The Town Board turned its attention from preparation of the 2026 budget to focus on the planned relocation of sewer lines that cross Foster Brook in Huletts Landing.The board had initially scheduled discussion of the spending plan for its Oct. 13 meeting but opted to postpone those talks ...
HAMPTON – The Town Board has approved a $904,000 budget for the coming fiscal year that increases spending by about $125,000.The vote came following a series of Oct. 16 public hearings on the budget, a contract with the Hampton Volunteer Fire Co. and a proposal to permit the town to override the ...
WHITEHALL – An Oct. 14 community forum sponsored by the Board of Education to elicit public input on several critical issues facing the school district drew only about 25 people – a number that disappointed both board members and many of those who attended the gathering.The board had been hoping to ...
WHITEHALL – Three Granville residents have been charged with animal cruelty following a State Police investigation into the conditions of multiple animals at a Whitehall residence.Jessica L. Austin, 43; Christopher J. Mckinney, 43; and Charles W. Mckinney 81, were charged with multiple counts of ...
ALBANY – Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Mark O’Connell, JCD, as the new Bishop overseeing the Albany Roman Catholic Diocese. He replaces Bishop Edward Scharfenberger, who is retiring. Scharfenberger, age 77, has been in place since 2014 when he was named bishop by Pope Francis.Under Scharfenberger, ...
Washington County Historian Tom Ruffing traced the county’s deep historical roots during Wednesday’s dedication of the newly renovated Museum of County History at the Washington County Municipal Center.The ceremony marked the completion of more than a year of work to expand the museum’s exhibits, ...
A large crowd gathered along Quaker Street in Granville on Saturday for a “No Kings” rally, voicing frustration over what they see as a misuse of democracy and government accountability. Waving American flags and holding handmade signs, participants said they were standing up against what they view ...
QUEENSBURY - SUNY Adirondack officials say they’re heartbroken but determined after one of the college’s two federally funded Upward Bound programs was discontinued this year. The loss affects students in Fort Ann, Fort Edward, Glens Falls, Hudson Falls, and South Glens Falls, while the program ...
GRANVILLE — The Granville Assembly of God will host its annual Harvest Party on Halloween at 5 p.m. at 18 Bulkley Avenue. Families and community members are invited to come celebrate Jesus with the Festival of Lights, an evening of fellowship, prayer, and refreshments.The event will feature hot ...
By EJ Conzola IINYVT MediaWHITEHALL – A proposal to extend the contract with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services in the community failed to win approval from the Village Board on Oct. 21.Mayor Phil Smith moved a resolution to continue the contract following a brief ...
GRANVILLE — The Mettowee Valley Ecumenical Council will host a potluck supper and discussion on the effects of suicide on families and loved ones on Thursday, October 30, at 6 p.m. at the Methodist Building, 18 Church Street, Granville.The evening will begin with a potluck supper — attendees are ...
GRANVILLE - The Granville PTO will host a coin drop on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. throughout the village to raise money for its Backpacks for Hunger program, which provides food to Granville students to take home each weekend and during school vacations.The program was created after ...
WHITEHALL – Three Granville residents have been charged with animal cruelty following a State Police investigation into the conditions of multiple animals at a Whitehall residence.Jessica L. Austin, 43; Christopher J. Mckinney, 43; and Charles W. Mckinney 81, were charged with multiple counts of ...
ALBANY – Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Mark O’Connell, JCD, as the new Bishop overseeing the Albany Roman Catholic Diocese. He replaces Bishop Edward Scharfenberger, who is retiring. Scharfenberger, age 77, has been in place since 2014 when he was named bishop by Pope Francis.Under Scharfenberger, ...
GRANVILLE - Granville will join a nationwide movement with a “No Kings” rally scheduled for Saturday, October 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Veterans Park.The event is part of the larger No Kings movement, which encourages public engagement and dialogue about government accountability. The ...
WHITEHALL – Village officials will hold a question-and-answer session with a consultant to help educate the public about the process and ramifications of a possible dissolution of the village.The session is set for 6 p.m. Oct. 28 in the courtroom. The venue was chosen because officials expect a ...
GRANVILLE - At its Monday evening meeting, the Granville Village Board tackled public safety concerns, upcoming holiday events, and routine departmental updates. Village Mayor Paul Labas reminded residents that the board will review a law concerning the winter parking ban, with a public hearing ...
PAWLET, Vt. — A Whitehall man was arrested Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 15, following a brief pursuit that began in Vermont and ended across the state line in New York.According to Pawlet Constable William Humphries, Kevin W. Printy, 49, of Whitehall, N.Y., was observed operating a motor vehicle ...
GRANVILLE - In an update at this week's Granville Town Board meeting, Town Supervisor Nate Baker confirmed that Washington County is grappling with a severe budget crisis that will force a significant tax increase, largely driven by New York state mandates. Addressing the board and residents, Baker ...
GRANVILLE – State Route 22 was closed just north of the Mary J. Tanner Elementary School Wednesday night as a result of a two-vehicle accident that sent three people to the hospital.The crash, which occurred at roughly 9:15 p.m., closed the highway from Route 22A to Gillespie Road for more than an ...
GRANVILLE– The building project of the Granville Lions Club to replace an aging warehouse received a major boost this week, when Telescope Casual Furniture CEO Kathy Juckett presented the club with a substantial donation help get the project underway. “We knew the enormity of the need of the Lions ...
WHITEHALL – Village officials will hold a question-and-answer session with a consultant to help educate the public about the process and ramifications of a possible dissolution of the village.The session is set for 6 p.m. Oct. 28 in the courtroom. The venue was chosen because officials expect a ...
PUTNAM – The Putnam Town Board voted unanimously to approve a $1.9 million budget for 2026 that will increase total town spending by roughly $100,000, according to budget documents.The vote followed an Oct. 9 public hearing that drew no comment from the 10 town residents in attendance.The 2026 ...
GRANVILLE – Multiple fire companies from two states were called to E. Potter Avenue Thursday afternoon in response to a report of a fire at the St. Gobain Corp. manufacturing plant. The fire turned out to be in the plant’s incinerator. Granville Fire Chief Mike Zinn said workers were performing ...