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27 Jan

Fulton County snowmobiler dies after machine breaks through ice on Peck Lake, sheriff says

Steven Cook0 CommentsFulton County, Local NewsFulton County Sheriff's Office

BLEECKER - A Fulton County snowmobiler died after his snowmobile went through the ice on Peck Lake Thursday, Fulton County Sheriff Richard Giardino said Friday. Giardino identified the snowmobiler who died as Todd Wheaton, who was in his early 40s and from Fulton County. Divers recovered Wheaton's body at about 5 a.m. Friday morning, Giardino said. The incident happened before 9 p.m. Thursday as three friends were snowmobiling on the lake, Giardino said. Ice on the lake was generally about 11 inches thick, but the snowmobilers approached a stream with running and even open water. They spotted it, but not…

26 Jan

Back taxes stymie sale of ‘Getman Home‘ in Gloversville

Jason Subik0 CommentsEmail Newsletter, Gloversville, Local News, The Gloversville Leader Herald

GLOVERSVILLE -- The entity that owns the David & Helen Getman Memorial Home at 15 E. State St. has decided not to sell the property amid concerns the Fulton County Board of Supervisors would not forgive the $28,222 in back taxes and penalties still owed for the parcel. The perspective of the property owner was explained in a letter dated Tuesday, Jan. 24, from the Law Office of Christopher Stanyon, located in Gloversville, sent to the prospective buyer's attorney Valerie Capobianco, located in Amsterdam. "Please be advised that due to the excessive tax burden on the above property, as well as…

26 Jan

City of Johnstown, Fulton County, school district accused of overtaxing PILOT properties

Tyler A. McNeil0 CommentsEmail Newsletter, Fulton County, Johnstown, Local News, The Gloversville Leader HeraldJohnstown Common Council, Trackside Development Fund Corporation, William Crankshaw

JOHNSTOWN — Multiple agencies have violated a 2021 tax agreement between two city of Johnstown apartment complexes, property stakeholders alleged earlier this week.Trackside Development Fund Corporation and Vesta Trackside, LLC, recently filed a petition against the city, the Greater Johnstown School District and Fulton County to refund at least $186,513 in alleged overpayments and drop $232,829 accrued in delinquent bills.The Johnstown Common Council two years ago greenlit an agreement allowing not-for-profit developers from paying taxes on a schedule separate from standard entities. Trackside I and II consist of a combined 206 affordable and subsidized housing units.Under the PILOT plan, taxes…

26 Jan

Amsterdam girls’ basketball celebrates senior night with win over Gloversville

Paul Wager0 CommentsEmail Newsletter, Gloversville, Local News, Local Sports

AMSTERDAM — On a night when it honored its seniors, the Amsterdam girls' basketball team posted a victory over Gloversville on Thursday at Amsterdam High School.The Lady Rams posted a 63-46 victory over the Dragons, pulling away in the second half to earn their third straight win and fourth in their last five contests.Annie Fedullo and Felise Fowler led Amsterdam with 14 points each, while Rosie Sculco and Sha Cooper each had eight points. The Lady Rams had 10 of 11 players score and all six seniors found their way into the scorebook."We had a good crowd tonight, and all of…

26 Jan

High Schools: Strong defense leads Broadalbin-Perth girls’ basketball past Scotia-Glenville

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Strong third-quarter defense led Broadalbin-Perth past Scotia-Glenville 57-42 in Foothills Council girls' basketball action, overcoming 21 points from the Tartans’ Karaline McCarthy.The Patriots led 29-25 at halftime, then held the Tartans to four points while scoring 17 in the third. Molly Russom scored eight of her team-high 15 points during the eight-minute span.Queensbury stifled Johnstown 66-4, allowing all four points in the first quarter. Kendra Ballard scored 14 points for the Spartans. Dyllan Ray added 10, along with eight rebounds, six steals and five assists.BOYS' BOWLINGWESTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCEFort Plain 4, OESJ 0FP (2,556) — Anthony Paradise 214-617, Zimra Trent 190-521.…

Fulton County snowmobiler dies after machine breaks through ice on Peck Lake, sheriff says

Amsterdam girls' basketball celebrates senior night with win over Gloversville

High Schools: Strong defense leads Broadalbin-Perth girls' basketball past Scotia-Glenville

Section II Athletic Council puts CBA on probation for violation of recruitment and undue influence rule

Images: Broadalbin-Perth boys' basketball takes on Scotia-Glenville (4 photos)

City of Johnstown, Fulton County, school district accused of overtaxing PILOT properties

Fonda-Fultonville boys' basketball rolls past Johnstown to post eighth straight win

Court documents provide insight on allegations against Brian Barnett

The Vintage Bop, a unique vintage market, comes to Johnstown Saturday

Back taxes stymie sale of 'Getman Home‘ in Gloversville

Amsterdam girls' basketball celebrates senior night with win over Gloversville

Gloversville set to charter Boy Scout Troop 7

Gloversville looks to survey youth about Littauer site

Fulton County snowmobiler dies after machine breaks through ice on Peck Lake, sheriff says

High Schools: Strong defense leads Broadalbin-Perth girls’ basketball past Scotia-Glenville