“A family whose house would be “surrounded” if a proposed solar farm is built claim it will create a blot on the landscape. Nick King, his wife Sye Bybrow and their three children live in a cottage in Bragbury Lane, Knebworth, next to where a 50-acre solar farm could be built by Solstice Renewables. … [Read more…]
TV chef Hugh roasted over sister’s solar farm
“He is revered as a champion of the countryside and his River Cottage television series idealises rural living. But Old Etonian chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s sister Sophy has enraged locals in Hertfordshire with plans to build a 40-acre solar farm in the county. Sophy, who has been described as a ‘solar panel zealot’, is a press … [Read more…]
Duanesburg gas plant plan sparks outcry
“Duanesburg residents are concerned a compressed natural gas distribution facility being proposed for a vacant site on Route 7 will be noisy, unsafe, harmful to the environment and, in general, disrupt the quality of life in a quiet area of town. The project was first proposed last year by Vermont company NG Advantage, which delivers … [Read more…]
Stop the Duanesburg Gas Plant! Facebook Group
“SAVE OUR TOWN! A proposed GAS DISTRIBUTION PLANT at 14578 Duanesburg Rd. (near Rt. 30) threatens our air, water, soil, roads, forests, wildlife, starry nights, peace and quiet, property values, community and SAFETY. California’s Clean Energy Fuel Corp. and Vermont’s NG Advantage LLC project an initial traffic increase of 45 18-wheelers – filled with … [Read more…]
Obituary: John E. Bloomer Jr.
“John E. Bloomer, Jr., of State Highway 162, Esperance, NY, passed away peacefully at the Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta, NY” Age 84. 518-868-2059 read the entire article The Recorder 29 July 2014 2353 State Highway 162 Esperance NY 4005 Highway Route 20, Esperance, NY ges.edc.ge.com
Plans unveiled for new 32,000-panel solar farm east of Romsey
“MORE solar power could be heading for Hampshire – and the company behind the latest scheme claims nearby communities will benefit from the project. Wiltshire-based Solstice Renewables Ltd has announced plans for what it describes as a “medium size” solar farm just east of Romsey. Around 32,000 solar panels will be installed on land … [Read more…]
Planning and Application Documents North Hertfordshire District Council
“14/02153/1 | Solar farm of approximately 8.5MW of generating capacity, comprising the installation of solar photovoltaic panels and associated infrastructure including electrical inverter and transformer cabins, switchgear and meter house, access tracks, fencing, CCTV and landscaping. (As amended) | Land At Swangleys Farm Swangleys Lane Knebworth” Ref. No: 14/02153 in North Hertfordshire District Council … [Read more…]
Audits of Local Governments and School Districts
“The Duanesburg Central School District is located in the Towns of Duanesburg and Princetown in Schenectady County, the Towns of Charleston and Florida in Montgomery County, the town of Knox in Albany County and the Town of Wright in Schoharie County. The District is governed by an elected seven-member Board of Education and operates … [Read more…]
Collection held for Duanesburg Ambulance
“DUANESBURG – A coin collection was held in Duanesburg for their volunteer ambulance service. The collection was held at the intersection of routes seven and twenty. The front of the ambulance services building was ripped off by the strong winds during the storm on Thursday.” read the entire article Channel 6 News … [Read more…]
State Survey Given To Duanesburg Students Angers Parents
“Duanesburg Central parents are a little ticked over a state survey regarding gambling, drugs and alcohol that was given to students without notice or an option to opt out back in May. “Have you ever committed a crime with a vehicle?” was one of many questions asked to seventh and eighth graders in the … [Read more…]