On Wednesday, July 29th, Columbia County Board of Supervisors Chairman Matt Murell declared a state of emergency. Here are resources if you have been affected by the storms: The Columbia Economic Development Corporation is making available $200,000 in Rapid Recovery microloans for small businesses affected by flooding. For more information or to apply, email loans@columbiaedc.com or call (518) 828-4718. Agricultural damage should be reported through the NYS Agricultural Marke

Date: August 4, 2026 Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Taghkanic Fire House, 631 Old Route 82, Taghkanic, NY NOTICE (date corrected) The Taghkanic Fire District Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 4, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Taghkanic Fire House, located at 631 Old Route 82, Taghkanic NY. The purpose of this meeting is a regular monthly review, ongoing matters, budget and district operations. Members of the public are welcome to attend. There will be an oppor

Date: August 4, 2026 Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Taghkanic Fire House, 631 Old Route 82, Taghkanic, NY NOTICE The Taghkanic Fire District Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 4, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Taghkanic Fire House, located at 631 Old Route 82, Taghkanic NY. The purpose of this meeting is a regular monthly review, ongoing matters, budget and district operations. Members of the public are welcome to attend. There will be an opportunity for commun