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August: Oh, the weather outside is frightful! by Gary Hicks I love hot weather—the hotter, the better. But when it’s rainy and the mosquitoes start swarming—that’s a different story. That’s the perfect time to exercise indoors. A lot can still be accomplished during those times when outside conditions are unfavorable. I understand that working out […]
Capital Area District Libraries now fine free
Information from Capital Area District Libraries Capital Area District Libraries (CADL) is part of a growing list of libraries across the state and country that have gone fine free, which means daily fines will no longer be charged on overdue items. All overdue fines were removed in June 2021. There are separate fines for lost […]
‘Handy’ tips to stay safe while working in the garden
by Caroline Wurtzel Gardening is a great outdoor activity that allows you to grow beautiful flowers or nutritious foods for your family to enjoy. All the digging, planting and weeding is good exercise, but it can also cause injury in your hands, wrists and arms if you’re not careful. Because gardening involves a lot of […]
Teachers Nikki Myers Eldridge and Carol Hatch embark on well-deserved retirements
compiled by Amy Haggerty For two teachers in the Stockbridge Community School District, the last day of the 2020-21 school year held special significance. Sixth-grade teacher Nikki Myers Eldridge and choir teacher Carol Hatch have both embarked on well-deserved retirements. Students and staff let both teachers know how much they will be missed.
The Open Air Market of Stockbridge is on the Town Square: July 16
This is the Market’s 11th season and each Friday through October 29 (26 weeks), we will be on the township square in downtown Stockbridge from 4 to 7 pm. Items available this week at your hometown market include: seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheese, eggs, honey, jam, maple syrup, bread, pies, baked goods, homemade soaps and […]
Stockbridge police reserve officer retires
by Johnnie Torres Chief of police The Stockbridge Police Department lost one of its finest in June and the Village Council recognized him for his service recently at a regular meeting. Reserve Officer Ron Hodder served with the SPD for six years and is hanging up his duty belt for what he described as health […]
When minutes count, new machine can be a lifesaver
by Unadilla Twp. Fire Chief Wendy Hause The Unadilla Township Fire Department, with help from the Lucas for Lucas Foundation and donated funds, recently purchased and received a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) device known as a LUCAS Chest Compression System. When a patient suffers cardiac arrest and has no detectable heartbeat, effective CPR is the most […]
SRSLY SAFE SUMMER FUN
SRSLY offers a variety of safe, fun activities for our youth & families! Pedal for Prevention, which is open to bikers, walkers, and runners, will take place between July 16 and August 13 at any of the local trails in the Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester and Stockbridge communities. The event will encourage healthy outdoor activity and […]
Good Manna: food worth walking about
Manna is a small (carry-out), seasonal restaurant located at the trailhead of the Mike Levine Lakelands Trail in Stockbridge. Our address is 915 S. Clinton Street, Stockbridge. We have a “Ride Up” window for your convenience. Items on our menu include: sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, baked goods, lemonade, ice cream and more! Our phone number […]
Christmas-in-July Matching Grant Fundraiser at Outreach
Double your gift in July during the annual Christmas-in-July Matching Grant Opportunity to support the work of Stockbridge Community Outreach. The Board of Directors of Stockbridge Community Outreach will match monetary donations up to a total of $10,000 received by Saturday, July 31 for our Christmas in July fundraising program. Stockbridge Community Outreach has seen […]