Gallatin
Gallatin Town Board Approves New Loader
The vehicle, used for snow removal and road maintenance, will cost $191,943, or roughly half the amount in the equipment reserve fund.
Barrett and Hodge Make Their Cases in Assembly Primary
The Democratic candidates for Assembly District 106 discussed housing, affordability, energy costs, and the tone of a heated campaign.
Voter’s Guide to the June 23 Primaries
Early voting begins Saturday, June 13, for the June 23 primaries, with voters in Dutchess and Columbia counties choosing nominees for federal and state offices. This guide explains who is on the ballot, the key voting deadlines, and how to cast a ballot. There are four ways to vote: early mail ballot, absentee ballot, in…
Gallatin Reviews Draft Zoning Law at Joint Workshop
Officials discussed proposed rules for accessory dwellings, short-term rentals, driveway lengths, and solar farms.
Superintendent Timm Details Contingency Plans if School Budget Fails Again
Unless a majority approves the revised budget on June 16, the Pine Plains Central School District may have to eliminate staff positions, sports programs, or extracurricular activities.
Pine Plains School Board Cuts $300K From Failed Budget, Preps Contingency Plan
The revised spending plan will return to voters June 16. If it fails, the district could be forced to weigh deeper cuts to athletics, pre-K, and staffing.
Gallatin Board Discusses Town Hall Improvements
Officials are weighing asbestos abatement, a safer driveway entrance, and new storage space for town records.
Pine Plains School Budget Fails Despite Majority Support; Revote Set for June 16
Pine Plains school officials will likely cut $290,000 more from the budget to bring it within the tax cap, then send the plan back to voters on June 16.
Board of Education Candidates, Superintendent Field Tough Questions at Stanford Grange Forum
Three candidates running for two seats faced questions over budget cuts, declining enrollment and possible school consolidation ahead of the May 19 vote.
Driving Blind: The Hazards of Using a Mobile Device Behind the Wheel
Distracted driving is a leading risk on American roads, and research suggests that even hands-free calls can cause potentially fatal inattention.
Columbia County Committee Recommends Closure of Gallatin Transfer Station
The station, used by residents in Ancram, Gallatin and Taghkanic, has been closed since December.
Pine Plains School Officials Warn of Deeper Cuts if Voters Reject Budget
The district’s $40.8 million spending plan already includes $491,000 in reductions. District officials said if voters reject the budget, the district could face more cuts to programs, sports, and extracurriculars.
Meet the Pine Plains Central School District Board of Education Candidates
Three candidates vie for two seats on the school board. The election is May 19.
Seymour Smith Can Accommodate Cold Spring Students, Principal Says
Members of Pine Plains Central School District’s Building Utilization Advisory Committee toured the Academy Street building April 30 as the district considers whether to shutter Cold Spring Early Learning Center next year.
The New Pine Plains Herald Wins Four New York Press Association Awards
Editor-in-Chief Patrick Grego earned two first-place honors for reporting on rural emergency medical coverage and a profile of former Stanford Supervisor Wendy Burton.
Gallatin Board Appoints Jack Gomm to Vacant Seat
Officials also approved emergency court clerk coverage and continued work on revisions to the town’s zoning ordinance.
Good Medicine: What You Should Know About AI Health Advice
The best use of chatbots for medical help is limited: getting wellness tips, clarifying medical terms, or generating a list of questions to streamline clinical appointments.
Gallatin Convenience Station to Remain Closed Until June 1
Columbia County officials said the Public Works Committee recommended extending the temporary closure through June 1.
As Grant Deadline Looms, Gallatin Moves Closer to Zoning Update
As an April grant deadline nears, Gallatin moves toward a new zoning framework centered on protections for forests, wetlands, and steep slopes.
A Guide to Local Food Pantries
A practical guide to where residents can find pantries and how neighbors can support them.
Gallatin Appoints Tara Silberberg Interim Town Supervisor
At John Reilly’s final meeting after 13 years as supervisor, board members and residents praised his service, swore in Silberberg, and rejected a proposed pay increase.
Hard Choices for Pine Plains School Board: Will Voters Support Piercing the Tax Cap?
Unless it makes cuts before April 21, the board will need a 60% supermajority to approve a tax levy that is 4.19% higher than the state allows.
School District Rejects Stanford Bid for More Seats on Consolidation Committee
Stanford sought expanded representation on the panel studying the possible closure of Cold Spring Early Learning Center, but district officials said each community must have equal representation.
The Perils and Pleasures of Life on a Private Road
When a snowstorm hits or culverts collapse, residents of Hoefer Road in Gallatin have only themselves to rely on.
Gallatin Town Board Sets Hearing on Pay Raises Amid Zoning Overhaul
Board members cite additional meetings tied to zoning rewrite; public hearing scheduled for March.
Gallatin Town Supervisor John Reilly to Resign
After 13 years in office, Reilly says the town is financially strong and poised for leadership transition.
Dutchess County Issues Travel Ban as Blizzard Conditions Approach
A state of emergency will restrict road travel from 9 p.m. Sunday to 9 a.m. Monday as forecasters predict up to 18 inches of snow and wind gusts reaching 50 mph.
Columbia County Group Trains Volunteers to Verify ICE Activity Reports
The Columbia County Sanctuary Movement’s rapid response network trains vetted volunteers to verify ICE reports, document activity and connect families with help.
Gallatin Town Board Discusses Zoning Changes
Hamlet expansion and limits on development in forested areas were among the issues considered.
Good Medicine: Tetanus Cases are Rising in the U.S.
As vaccination rates slip, a once-rare but deadly disease is reemerging.