Woodstock Library designs from the classroom
Some of Albany’s Tech Valley High School students shared their ideas for making greener Woodstock Library, as trustees began to solicit proposals from architects for an expanded facility.
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Woodstock agrees to buy hydro power from small producer
The town will get electricity for the Youth Center, Rock City Road bathrooms and the Supervisor’s Cottage from Hopewell Junction-based Natural Power Group Inc, a company owned by Sarah and Harry Terbush with plants in Wallkill, Wappingers Falls and Salisbury Mills.
Bear complaints on the rise
A spike in bear encounters has prompted the state Department of Environmental Conservation to encourage cooperation from area communities, particularly Woodstock and Shandaken.
New Woodstock parks & rec committee starts with refurbishment of Rick Volz Park
The committee plans to build a pavilion for use by all park-goers, not just those attending Little League games. Similar to the structure at Andy Lee field, it will include grilling stands and space for up to 12 picnic tables.
Woodstock Library outlines process for picking its architect
Not wanting the public to feel locked out of the process, trustees have put a twist on the traditional request for architect proposals as they work toward the schematic design phase of the library expansion.
Woodstock looks at Airbnb regulations, passes noise law
Under proposed regulations, all those who operate a short-term rental must register with the town whether they are on-site or not. The noise law includes regulations for “unreasonable noise” as well as construction noise, car alarms and pets. Town officials say it shouldn’t affect the local music scene.
Woodstock news: Mill Hill Rd. construction this May, noise ordinance discussed
Work is expected to begin soon on a project to revamp drainage and resurface Mill Hill Road from the Landau Grill to just before the Woodstock Playhouse with hopes of completion before the busy summer tourist season.
Woodstock Library trustees debate replacement timeline
Trustees opted for a new building and to save a small historic portion that currently houses some staff office space. But there’s no design yet. That will come in the fall.
Woodstock musicians, neighbors, clubs speak up on proposed noise law
The Woodstock Town Board will have to balance the need for peace and quiet with encouraging live performances as it drafts a new noise ordinance, a point driven home by many musicians who attended a recent public hearing.
Provisions goes to Woodstock Golf Club
If you’re wondering what happened to Anthony Heaney and Emily Sherry and their sumptuous sandwiches, they’ve moved down to the Woodstock Golf Club.