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For years, industrial sites that once fueled the city’s economy have sat idle and deteriorating in and around residential areas. Now, the brownfields are presenting an opportunity for residents to re-invent their neighborhoods.
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Photo of Brownfields program offers opportunity to revive Amsterdam neighborhoods
Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012

For years, industrial sites that once fueled the city’s economy have sat idle and deteriorating in and around residential areas. Now, the brownfields are presenting an opportunity for residents to re-invent their neighborhoods.

Schoharie Crossing site seeking help
Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012

With only two staff members, the Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site needs the assistance of volunteers.

Schoharie student video in hunt for tech cash
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012

Schoharie Central School District students won $70,000 in computer hardware and software after delving into the science of flooding — and they could win another $100,000 in technology infrastructure with the help of the community.

Grant to help Shaul, Mine Kill parks’ support group grow
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012

Two parks that offer miles of hiking trails and breathtaking views of the Schoharie Valley will get more attention under a grant-funded effort.

Woman pulled from burning home in Schoharie
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

Firefighters pulled a woman out of a burning home on state Route 7 in Schoharie this morning.

Johnstown man wanted on warrant is arrested while visiting inmate in jail
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

If the authorities can't find you, you can always find them.

Church service in Richmondville school at issue
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

A deadline set to force more than 160 churches out of New York City school buildings is being watched closely in Schoharie County, where a local school facility serves as a site for weekly worship.

Mayfield exotic-cat owner objects to home business ruling
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

A town man who keeps three leopards and two tigers on his property and exhibits them to the public is appealing a Zoning Board of Appeals decision that classifies his collection as a home business.

Gloversville school superintendent may be named in days
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

Residents of the Gloversville Enlarged School District could learn early next week the identity of their new superintendent, according to a school official.

Photo of Piles of pepperoni for big game
Monday, Feb. 6, 2012

For businesses that serve pizza and wings, Super Bowl Sunday is super busy.

Esperance filtration system passes arsenic test
Monday, Feb. 6, 2012

Successful tests on a system removing arsenic from an Esperance mobile home community’s drinking water are leading to an established system that’s going under public review.

MOSA breakup OK’d by Cuomo, but outlook unclear
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

The breakup of the Montgomery-Otsego-Schoharie Solid Waste Management Authority has been authorized by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, but the exit of Otsego County could be delayed for months while the value of the authority’s assets are determined.

Ex-Fulton County coroner, prostitute face charges
Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012

A former Fulton County coroner has been charged with patronizing a prostitute, and the alleged prostitute has been charged with ripping him off, according to city police.

Amsterdam budget due to get small tax revenue boost
Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012

Increased property value and sales tax receipts should give a tiny boost to Amsterdam as the city draws up its first budget subject to the state’s 2 percent property tax increase cap.

Johnstown plaza may get T.J. Maxx store
Friday, Feb. 3, 2012

An international department store chain that specializes in discount and brand-name clothing is a possible tenant for the Johnstown Plaza on Route 30A, a city official said.




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