Opinion

Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty

Each one of us should read the Constitution and be vigilant to see it is followed. Democrats and Republicans, conservatives and progressives alike need to understand the importance of the Constitution — its importance transcends party lines and cultural differences.

Guilderland

Some Brandle Meadow residents have unpotable water

During the Altamont Board of Trustees September meeting, Al Caruso, a Guilderland resident of the senior-living Brandle Meadows condominium complex, came to ask what the village can do about the appliance-damaging manganese in his water supply.

Sports

Photos: Eagles Dig Their Talons Into Golden Knights In Sweep

Last Thursday, Sept. 11, the Bethlehem girls’ volleyball team looked to keep their momentum going as they took on the Golden Knights of Averill Park. The Eagles swept the Golden Knights 3-0; 25-10, 25-18, 25-17.

New Scotland

New school year at VCSD: ‘Kids are talking to each other at lunch’

The 2025-26 school year started with board members being apprised of the implementation of the state’s mandated cell-phone ban policy, the district’s multi-million-dollar capital project, and the award of two grants.

Hilltowns

Board answers mother’s plea, requesting lower speed limits after fatal crash

Albany County has already installed new signs and pavement markings at the intersection and, with a town board resolution, the state will now conduct a study on reducing speed limits.