The village is taking advantage of its interest-free state “hardship” loan and a project that has come in well under budget to make additional improvements to the municipal sewer system in hopes of preventing further problems down the road. Trustee and Deputy Mayor John Basile has recommended further enhancements to the sewage treatment plant using …

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A new local law now on the books will result in the expansion of the Hudson Avenue business corridor northward to the village line. The Board of Trustees voted unanimously Tuesday (Feb. 18) in favor of changes to the village zoning law in hopes of drawing new business to Stillwater and clearing up zoning issues …

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The Village of Stillwater hosted its third annual Winter Fest 2014 on Feb. 16. The event continues to grow. This year’s festivities included outdoor events such as ice skating and ice hockey at the village ice rink, downhill sledding, cross country skiing, music, food and more. A fire pit kept everybody warm and toasted perfect …

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The Stillwater Senior Time program kicked off 2014 with a lively gathering on Jan. 31 at The Stillwater Area Community Center. Twenty-five residents enjoyed BINGO and a light lunch which included delicious desserts. We made wild bird feeders and heart wreaths. Valentine’s Day was the theme of the month. Thank you to our volunteers Donna Bove and Beth …

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2013 will be remembered as a year of accomplishment for the Village of Stillwater as several key initiatives from water and sewer upgrades to road and sidewalk improvements were completed or got underway. “The Village Board (of Trustees) should be commended for a job well done,” said Mayor Ernest Martin. “It’s not always easy but …

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The Stillwater Stewart’s Shop presented plans to the Village Board of Trustees this month (Jan. 21) to expand its lot on Hudson Avenue to improve traffic flow and allow better access to the gas pump areas. “Everyone knows there is an issue with going in and out of there in multiple areas,” Stewart’s Shops representative …

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Stillwater New York has been named the 7th Safest Place in New York State, according to real estate web site. Movoto.com. The website claims there were just 36 reported crimes in 2012 — none of them violent. Stillwater residents have a 1 in 184 chance of being the victim of a crime, and according to …

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The Stillwater Board of Trustees has agreed to move forward with plans to extend the Hudson Avenue business district from the area near Stratton Lane all the way north to the village line. The move, which would require changes to existing village zoning law, is being undertaken in hopes of drawing new business to Stillwater …

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Stillwater Senior Time celebrated its second annual Christmas Party at the Stillwater Area Community Center on December 20, with 25 residents in attendance for the festivities. Lunch and a cookie and grab bag exchange were enjoyed by all. Holiday games were also a big hit. A gorgeous bird house and wine holder were donated by a very …

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The Village Board of Trustees passed a new sidewalk maintenance law at its Nov. 19 meeting requiring homeowners to keep sidewalks adjacent to their properties in “a safe condition” or face up to a $50 fine. The new law, Local Law No. 2 of 2013, was proposed by Mayor Ernest Martin several months ago following …

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