County Clerk Warns Residents of Potential Deed Scam

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County Clerk Holly Tanner would like to remind residents and landowners who need a copy of their deed or other public documents, that they can easily be obtained from her office for a nominal cost. “There is a new solicitation going around,” she stated, having heard from several constituents of a very official looking letter coming from a company out of California called Record Transfer … {Read more...}

Ellen’s Picks: Much To Do About Hudson (March 8 and Beyond)

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A selection of meetings and events in and around the City of Hudson by Ellen Thurston.  All phone numbers are in area code 518 unless otherwise indicated.  All addresses are in Hudson unless otherwise indicated.       MEETINGS Wednesday, March 9 Hudson Common Council Youth & Aging Committee Meeting – 6 pm – City Hall Columbia County Board of Supervisors … {Read more...}

Annual Brush Burn Ban: March 16 – May 14

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From March 16 through May 14, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)’s ban on residential brush burning will be in effect statewide.  This is because of New York’s historically high fire risk during this time period. Residents are reminded that at any other time, if you plan to burn brush you should call the 911 non-emergency number: 518-828-4114 to alert them of a … {Read more...}

Openings: Board of Assessment Review & Representative of the Aging

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The Town of Gallatin has an opening on the Board of Assessment Review (BAR).  The BAR meets the 4th Tuesday of May to hear assessment grievances. The Town also has an opening for a representative to the Columbia County Office of the Aging.  This volunteer position would represent Gallatin at the Office of the Aging meetings held several times of year and report back on services available to … {Read more...}

Ellen’s Picks: Much To Do About Hudson (Feb 29 and Beyond)

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A selection of meetings and events in and around the City of Hudson by Ellen Thurston.  All phone numbers are in area code 518 unless otherwise indicated.  All addresses are in Hudson unless otherwise indicated.     MEETINGS Tuesday, March 1 Hudson Conservation Advisory Council Meeting – 6 pm – City Hall Wednesday, March 2 Hudson Industrial Development Agency Board Meeting – 2 pm … {Read more...}