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The Chronicle’s Ben Westcott reports: A sprinkler malfunction on March 16 on the fifth floor of The Mill in downtown Glens Falls caused water damage requiring some residents to find alternative housing as repairs continue to be made.

The Chronicle had heard about the incident from several people and asked building manager Cass Hill Development of Latham about it.

Spencer B Jones, Senior Vice President of Operations for Cass Hill, …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

The 100-year-old congregation at Temple Beth El is considering selling its building on Marion Avenue, Glens Falls.

Temple president Sara Friedman told The Chronicle “in no way” have they decided at this point to sell the building. They are “undertaking a strategic exploration of options.”

Ms. Friedman said the Reform Jewish Congregation numbers about 75 families.

With talk of possibly selling the building, Ms. …

Queensbury and Greenwich lead off the 2025 season with proms this week, Saturday, April 5. Glens Falls closes the season with its prom on Saturday, June 7. Here’s more of what we learned!

Queensbury: Hiland

Queensbury High School: Saturday, April 5, 7-10 p.m. at Hiland Country Club
Entertainment: DJ, food and dancing. Tix: $65
Pre-prom Spartan Promenade: 5-6 p.m. High School Auditorium. Open admission
After-Prom Party: 11 p.m.-1 a.m. at …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Former Lake George Mayor Bob Blais stepped down as of December 31 as the special events director for the Town and Village of Lake George and for Warren County events in Lake George, particularly at the Charles R. Wood Park.

He was being paid $35,000 per year from Occupancy Tax funds — $15,000 through the Village, $15,000 through the County, which co-own Wood Park, …