To the Editor:
Much of the town talk has taken a turn toward the candidates and their platforms in the upcoming elections. I am writing this with the hope of bringing issues of our young community to the table.
I hear talk about financial responsibility, affordable housing, elderly services, tourism, etc. All issues that need to be addressed and deserve community attention, but will anyone address the elephant in the room? Continue reading
The Town of Webb UFSD Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, September 1, where it took the following actions—which are summarized here by the district and do not represent official minutes.
Approved the Minutes of August 18, 2015 meeting.
Approved the Warrants.
Approved the Treasurer’s Reports for July 2015.
Acknowledged receipt of the Fact Finder’s Report.
Approved the Board Goals for the 2015-2016 school year. Continue reading
The Town of Webb Police Department has reported the following recent law enforcement activity.
• A 42-year-old Boonville man was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, 3rd following an incident that occurred on Friday, August 28 at 1:15 p.m.
According to the report, Webb Police conducted a traffic stop on defendant for several traffic infractions. Continue reading
Janet Knapp passed away August 28, 2015 after a long battle with cancer, at her home in Old Forge with loved ones at her side. She was 87.
Janet was born in Glen Cove, NY to Marion and Harold Knapp.
She is predeceased by brothers Bruce Knapp and Dwight Knapp, sister-in-law Jet (Jeannette) Knapp and long time friend Ellie Lynch. Continue reading
Ruth Brussell, Margaret Chambers and GiGi Hollister
by Linda Heistman
You’ve heard the old saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Well, anyone who who takes a look at the photos from some of our outings will be able to tell how much fun we have with the Senior Health Activity and Recreation Program (SHARP).
We have been blessed with some good weather over the summer and recently were able to enjoy a picnic on Fourth Lake. Continue reading
by Sen. James L. Seward
For many students it is a return to a familiar routine, but for some it is the start of a whole new world.
For all of us, it is a time to think of safety first. Continue reading
The 2015 ANEAW openig at VIEW. Photo by Michele deCamp
by Jennifer Potter Hayes
VIEW is completing its 5th summer season in the new building, and it has been a very successful summer.
Most programs are well attended, attendance has increased, and VIEW is becoming the cultural destination that has been our goal since we moved to the new facility.
This weekend we welcome approximately 43 Plein Air artists to town to paint in our region. Each has volunteered to donate one of their framed paintings for a live auction on Saturday, September 5. Continue reading