Sentinel-Times
By DOUG LA ROCQUE
August 20, 2024
12-year-old girl heroically saves her sister. By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media NORTH GRANVILLE – A fire, apparently started by a lithium battery, destroyed the LaRock family home on Dekalb Road Sunday morning. There were no injuries to any family members, but tragically three dogs did perish ...
By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media FORT EDWARD – The Washington County Board of Supervisors has adopted a local law that makes it clear, “short-term rentals” are included in the county’s 4% occupancy tax. The law defines “short-term rentals” as the rental of any dwelling unit, or any portion ...
GRANVILLE – Of note is the appointment of a new instructor in the school’s agricultural program. Karen Nephew replaces Hannah Brady, who has resigned. Other resignations include two special education teachers, Amanda Smakal and Ann Marie Vandixhorn, both effective Aug.31. Elementary teacher ...
By EJ Conzola II NYVT Media HAMPTON - A request by an area paranormal investigator to conduct overnight research in several cemeteries in the Town of Hampton has prompted town officials to propose adopting new regulations that would limit access to the burial grounds. There are currently ...
By Dean Ridings CEO | America’s Newspapers Not that many years ago, the best way you could find out about businesses in town would be through your local newspaper. Your local newspaper is still a great source of advertising information, but if you’re looking for something, chances are you’re ...
September 20, 1967-August 10,2024Angie Severance, 56, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday August 10, 2024, in Fort Ann. Angie was born on September 20, 1967, in Rutland, VT, daughter to Donald VanGuilder Sr. and Bernice VanGuilder. She graduated from Hartford Central School. She ...
Historic Grounds coffee shop purchased By EJ Conzola II NYVT Media WHITEHALL - The building that housed the Historic Grounds coffee shop on Whitehall’s Main Street has been purchased by a development firm that is apparently part of an international conglomerate whose holdings cover a wide ...
Tiffany Lorraine Carrera, 27, went to be with her Lord and Savior, peacefully, on Tuesday, July 29, 2024, at her home in Greenville, South Carolina. Tiffany was born on September 12, 1996, in Rutland, Vermont to Bruce and Bernadette Hall Carrera. She attended Granville Elementary School for ...
By Erik Pekar Concerts, business changes, and concerns about noise from automobiles were among the news items in the August 8, 1924 issue of the Granville Sentinel. +++ The Granville Band played a concert: "Another splendid concert was rendered by the Granville band Wednesday evening and ...
Granville, NY - Nikolai Lawrence James Russell passed away on July 24th, 2024, at Albany Medical Center, at 20 weeks and 5 days gestation. He is survived by his parents Amber Heath and Nick Russell of Granville, New York. He is survived by his maternal grandmother April Stewart, of ...
Granville, NY - Peter G. Turner, Jr. of Granville, passed away at Glens Falls Hospital on July 16, 2024. He was born on December 4, 1957, the son of the Peter G. and Ella (Somich) Turner, Sr. Peter was raised primarily in Melrose, NY. He moved to Florida and became very active in real ...
Robert George Roberts, 84, of Granville, NY, passed away on August 3, 2024.Robert (Bob) was born on August 18, 1939, to George W. and Frances E. Roberts in Granville, NY. Upon graduation from Granville High School in 1956, Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force. In 1956, Bob met the love of ...
By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media Vermont State Police have cited 45-year-old Richard Hulett of West Pawlet on two counts of misdemeanor simple assault the result of an investigation into a July 3 incident at his farm on VT. Route 30. According to troopers, the subsequent investigation showed ...
Cambridge man charged with possession of “ghost” guns JACKSON/EASTON – State Police say a Cambridge man is facing two counts of possessing a unserialized and illegal handgun, as well as an illegal high-capacity magazine. According to troopers they responded to a report of a vehicle off the ...
By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media GRANVILLE – When the school year starts, barring some unforeseen development, elementary and high school students who either walk to or are dropped off for school, should be much safer than during the past year. That is because the Granville Village Board and the ...
By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media GRANVILLE – The Granville Village Police Department was recently called to the Telescope Casual Furniture park lot to investigate a report of people sleeping in a car. Officers found they identified themselves as Amazon employees who were waiting to be called into ...
By Doug LaRocque NYVT Media RUTLAND – Believed to be one of the oldest fairs in the country. It first opened its doors in 1846. It’s an agricultural fair, managed by the Rutland County Agricultural Society. The fair began as a one-day event, known as the Rutland State Fair at the time, ...
By EJ Conzola II Federal, state and local elected officials, business owners and other speakers at an Aug. 4 rally called on the state to reverse its decision to close Great Meadow Correctional Facility and condemned Gov. Kathy Hochul for failing to account for the impact the action will have ...
Ellen Lynn Rathbun passed away on July 3 after a defiant 10-month battle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by her immediate family. Born January 24, 1961, Ellen was raised in Granville, New York, on her beloved Hatch Hill. Even when she was deep in the throes of her illness, she managed to ...
By Bill Schmick Tariffs in America have been used to accomplish specific goals throughout history. Until the Civil War, tariffs were a revenue generator for the government. After the Civil War, they were used to protect U.S. industries and during the Great Depression, tariffs evolved as a ...
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: From time-to-time NYVT Media likes to profile arts and entertainment venues, while not in Washington County, exist within a couple of hours drive or less. Tanglewood in Lenox, MA is one of them. Located just east of the ...
By Russell Gloor Dear Rusty: I’m just trying to figure out how to determine whether to retire at 65 or 67 and, if I retire, approximately how much could I make outside of my Social Security without being overly taxed. Signed: Thinking About Retiring Dear Thinking: Deciding when to ...
By Erik Pekar Baseball, a road trip, a newly announced store, and a proposed park were among the news items of interest in the August 1, 1924, issue of the Granville Sentinel. +++ A baseball game: "Sunday Whitehall's best will cross bats at North Granville athletic field with a team ...
By Toby Moore How do some people find and seize great opportunities? Throughout history, individuals have achieved monumental success by recognizing and acting on unique opportunities. How did they do it? Many believe such achievements are merely the result of birth, environment and luck.
By Bern Zovistoski It was about 70 years ago, but I still remember the phone number at the small farm in Middle Granville where we grew up: 602-J1. It was a party line, meaning with the help of live operators we shared the phone line with others. Explain that to your kids. The farm was on ...
August events in Fair Haven include a Cemetery Walk, Community Dinners, Story Walks and the Concerts in the Park. Most of the events are free of charge and family friendly. The Historical Society will be hosting a Cemetery Walk on Sunday, August 11 at the Cemetery on West Street. Join us from ...
NORTH GRANVILLE – The supper will be served on Friday, August 9 starting at 4 p.m. until sold out. The menu features smoked pork, baked beans and/or creamed potatoes, Cole slaw, corn, rolls and pie. The cost is $15 for adults and $6 for children 5 to 10 years old. The supper is presented by the ...
EAST WHITEHALL – The event takes place on Sunday, August 4 at 2 p.m. The guest speaker is the Reverend Kevin Gebo. There will be special music on the pump organ and visitors will be greeted by bagpipes. Repairs to both the inside and outside of the church have been made this year as well as ...
Granville - The Slate Valley Museum welcomes people of all ages to drop in for coffee, conversation, and an immersive creative experience with its 2024 Artist-in-Residence Serena Kovalosky on Saturday, August 10. Throughout the day, Kovalosky will facilitate a “Seed Journey” conversation and ...
GRANVILLE – The water testing results conducted by the NYS Department of Health (DOH) on Granville’s Indian River, following the discharge of firefighting foam containing PFAS chemicals has not yet been released, according to Mayor Paul Labas. That release was expected by Friday, July 26, but was ...