Schenectady County declares emergency following migrants’ arrival

  “An emergency order signed late Monday by Schenectady County Manager Rory Fluman prohibits municipalities and Schenectady County entities from entering into contracts to transport people seeking housing to the county without its permission. The emergency was issued after Schenectady County legislators met in a special public meeting Monday to discuss what the legislature’s chairman … [Read more…]

My Turn by Dan Winslow: Wrongly blocking solar in Shutesbury

  “The good news is that Massachusetts state law prioritizes the development of solar energy facilities by zoning protections that limit undue interference by local governments. The better news is that Massachusetts has more than enough potential solar energy to support the decarbonization requirements required by state law. The bad news? Some local governments are … [Read more…]

Police arrest Schenectady man for grand larceny

  “On Tuesday afternoon, New York State Police arrested Austin L. Levielle, 43, of Schenectady, on an arrest warrant. Levielle was wanted for multiple thefts in Duanesburg, Glenville, and Princetown. . . . Levielle was also processed for a warrant that stemmed from a theft reported at the Stewarts Shops on Western Turnpike in Duanesburg … [Read more…]

Solar array for former golf course remains on track in Amherst

  “Construction on a large solar array and associated battery storage at the former Hickory Ridge Golf Course is still awaiting building permits from the town. Though the clearing of parts of the 150-acre property, including more than 200 trees, has been underway for several months, Assistant Town Manager David Ziomek informed the Conservation Commission … [Read more…]