“Less than three years after leaving the mothership, General Electric spinoff DSD Renewables has nearly tripled its workforce as it adds solar electricity to the power grid and to its customers’ facilities. DSD’s headquarters at Mohawk Harbor hosts a small percentage of its nearly 170 employees — many others work remotely or at satellite … [Read more…]
“The long-delayed underground power line from Quebec to New York City will generate $85 million in revenue for Schenectady County and some of its towns and school districts. The Schenectady County Industrial Development Agency on Wednesday announced a 30-year payment in lieu of taxes agreement with developers of the Champlain Hudson Power Express, which … [Read more…]
“Rotterdam residents have had to search really hard to figure out what times Town Board meetings happen because the town is not adhering to rules governing proper meeting notices. “Could we be a little more transparent—fully, definitely,” said Board Member Joseph Guidarelli Thursday, following a Wednesday meeting at which the Town Board violated state … [Read more…]
“Raising a glass is nothing new at any celebration, but those who want to salute Rotterdam’s Bicentennial now can do it in style with a pint of Heritage 1820 beer. The pilsner is one of the latest creations from Back Barn Brewery in Duanesburg, created at the request of members of the Rotterdam Bicentennial … [Read more…]
“DUANESBURG – Several public hearings on plans to replace or modernize the high-voltage power lines through the Mohawk Valley between Marcy and New Scotland will be held next week, the state Public Service Commission announced. Applicants LS Power Grid New York LLC and the New York Power Authority have applied to construct new 345-kilovolt … [Read more…]
“The town will hold an introductory open house and public workshop for the town’s comprehensive land use plan update on Thursday at the Rotterdam Junction fire station on Main Street. The meeting, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., is the second in a series of meetings being held as the town seeks to update … [Read more…]
“Members of the Schenectady County Legislature joined today with local municipal leaders and GE to announce the largest and most ambitious municipal solar project in New York State. “Today, I am extremely proud to announce that Schenectady County and the Schenectady County Solar Energy Consortium will be partnering with GE to develop and build … [Read more…]
“An incorrectly installed propane gas line may be to blame for the explosion and subsequent fire that destroyed a Delanson home, Schenectady County fire officials said Friday. Determining the official cause was made difficult after fire officials deemed the home unsafe to enter late Thursday night. It was demolished overnight.” read the entire … [Read more…]