10 Aug 1977
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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1977
Page
1
Clifton Park officials and the Vischer Ferry Nature and Historic Preserve Committee lent reporters a look at the 453 acre wildlife preserve leased from the State DOT. A tour highlighted the area’s canal lock backdrop as Horsemen and bicyclists rode past to showcase the project.
The Times Record column answers questions about false sugar free labeling for Stewart's sodas and Vichy water, recycling aluminum cans near Hoosick Falls, a zucchini bread recipe request, and guidance on protecting frozen foods during power outages. It cites Rensselaer County Cooperative Extension and provides contact details in Troy 12181.
A town Environmental Conservation Committee enhances access to the Vischer Ferry preserve with a planned main entrance on VanVranken Road near River View Road. The move restricts motorized vehicles while offering a new hike path funded partly by federal programs. The Vischer Ferry Association and town officials emphasize wildlife viewing and canal history as they manage hunting limits and preserve the area.
Mechanicville hosts the 74th Feast of the Assumption with a street dance Saturday from 9 to 11 p.m. and a Sunday concert at Assumption Church led by Anaiella Pepe. A Monday high mass at 9:30 a.m. precedes a parade featuring two bands and a Blessed Virgin image, with fireworks at 11 p.m. Peter Clements chairs the event.
Schenectady police seek one man and possible group of Canadian con artists who posed as a State Police investigator to coax a local elderly couple into withdrawing about $22 000 from the Mohawk Mall Schenectady Savings Bank. The ruse involved tampered telephone lines to interpose the thieves during calls. No law enforcement agency would request such bank withdrawals.
The Saratoga Historical Association hosts its annual arts and crafts show Sunday at 11 a.m. on the General Philip Schuyler House lawn Route 4 Schuylerville with a rain date of August 21. In Mechanicville a rock concert series continues today 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Talmadge Park with a 1 p.m. magic show and a 3 p.m. Punch and Judy show by Robert Owen. Ben Clarkson demonstrates tinsmithing. admission to grounds exhibits and entertainment is free. Schuyler House viewing remains at regular fee. info via Kathy Brown.
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