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By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

Hudson Falls Central School District had to shift all its in-person classes to virtual, first on Friday, Nov. 12, and then also on Monday, Nov. 15.

On Monday, the district said it would reopen for in-person school on Tuesday, but not be able to provide transportation.

“We’re dealing with some staffing shortages that are making it so we can’t get our kids in for …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Warren County’s annual property auction was disappointing as to proceeds on sale of a high-profile parcel on Bay Road, but “very good” overall, nearing $1 million on 24 general properties that were offered, says Lexie Delurey, director of the County’s Real Property Tax Services.

The bid on 275 Bay Road where the dilapidated Mullen Iron Works long stood — between the County Bikeway and …

By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

Capri Village Motel in Diamond Point sold last week for $5.49-million to David Massaroni, Sr. across two transactions.

“It’s just a great piece of property,” Mr. Massaroni told The Chronicle. “It’s got great views, great elevation, great amenities, got a nice beach, boathouse, the docks are in. Great location on the lake.”

A builder, Mr. Massaroni said he’s planning “15 units, we’re going to …

By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

Democrat Matt Castelli’s “official kickoff” for his campaign to unseat Congresswoman Elise Stefanik was Sunday at the Lawrence Street Tavern in Glens Falls.

Mr. Castelli, 40, told The Chronicle he is a former CIA agent who decided to run, “really in the aftermath of January 6,” the riot at the Capitol as Trump supporters challenged the election result.

“I got a call from my …

By Cathy DeDe, Chronicle Managing Editor

Jeff Vukelic and his brother Paul purchased 100-year-old Minogue’s Beverage Centers last week from Jack Minogue.

It’s a tale of two family businesses spanning several generations.

“We are a fourth generation family-owned business with locations in Western and Eastern New York, built on the core values of ‘Will to Win, Trust, Doing the Right Thing, and Fun’,” says Jeff.

He said he and his …