[November 2, 2025 | Register-Star, p.A4] If you’ve ever wondered why the state needs to strengthen its government transparency law and assess meaningful penalties to officials who seek to violate it, look no further than the plight of residents in Claverack, who have spent the last two months trying to get to the bottom of a questionable political hiring using the state’s inadequate Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). The residents have rightly questioned how it came to be tha

November 28, 2025 | Register-Star, by Spenser Walshg | Page: 01 | Section: A CLAVERACK- Town Democrats aren't satisfied with the records the Claverack town clerk provided in response to their Freedom of Information Law request about the nature of his appointment. "To date, I have not received the responsive records, nor have I received a written explanation outlining the statutory basis for withholding the requested information," Columbia County Democratic Committee secretary

Ilze Earner: “The voters have spoken, and the result is not what we had hoped. I accept the outcome of this election with respect for the democratic process. Although I did not win this time, our work is not over. The challenges we identified are real and the values we championed remain important. I will continue to stand for them, to engage, to listen, and to act — because the issues that drew us together don’t vanish with the results of one race. I want to thank my supporte

We are filled with excitement and joy over Jackie Salvatore’s historic win to become the first woman of color to serve as Sheriff in Columbia County and New York State. Her resounding victory speaks volumes about what Columbia County values in law enforcement, and we are proud of her achievement. In Claverack, the results are not what we hoped. Despite an amazing effort, Ilze Earner, Robert Honeywell, Peter Hoffman and Amber D’Amato were not successful in their races, losing

For Immediate Release: October 22, 2025 CLAVERACK, NY – Republican town candidates, including the current Town Supervisor, failed to participate in nonpartisan candidate forums organized by a local library.   “This isn’t just disrespectful — it’s cowardly,” said Claire Ackerman , a lifelong Claverack resident. “Kippy Weigelt has made a habit of disappearing when it matters most. He’s skipped key budget votes, dodged public questions, and now he’s skipped the chance to face vo

October 14, 2025 | Register-Star by Spenser Walsh CLAVERACK - Some residents spoke out at Thursday's Town Board meeting against the appointment of William R. "Rich" Dickey Michael as the town clerk. The board unanimously approved Michael's appointment at it meeting Thursday to fill the unexpired term of former Board Clerk Mary Hoose, who retired from the post in August, four months before her term ended on Dec. 31.  Claverack Town Clerk Rich Michael looks on as a public meet

READ THE REGISTER-STAR'S EDITORIA L BY SHAWN NESS A group of town residents filed a complaint Sept. 20 with State Comptroller Thomas...

Join us, along with special guest Assemblymember Didi Barrett , for a festive afternoon in support of Jackie at a Garden Party hosted by...

On Sunday August 10th, 50 people attended our kickoff event for Claverack Town Board candidates Ilze Earner, Robert Honeywell, Peter...

Women for Jackie Reception with special guest Alyssa Mastromonaco Former White House Deputy Chief of Staff for President Obama ...

Senator Hinchey’s office is partnering with the Columbia County Office for the Aging and Neighbors of Northern Columbia County to host a...

Call legislators to support the New York for All Act before the State Legislative Session Ends on June 12th! Support the passage of the...

NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Saturday, June 14th, 2025 NO THRONES. NO CROWNS. NO KINGS. Those are principles America was...

CLAVERACK, NY – At the Claverack Democratic Caucus on Sunday, April 27, registered Claverack Democrats turned out to nominate a full...

April 24, 2025 | Register-Star Page: 3 | Section: Local/State/National The Claverack Democratic Committee held their fifth annual Earth...

March 18, 2025 | Register-Star (Hudson, NY) by Tiffany Greenwaldt-Simon  HUDSON - Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado joined hundreds of people who...

Join the rally! Saturday, March 22, 11:00am 7th Street Park 700 Warren Street, Hudson Featuring Malcolm Nance - National Security Expert...

Come enjoy free drinks and snacks while supporting Jackie Salvatore for Columbia County Sheriff! Tuesday, March 25, 5-7pm. Chatham...

Hundreds of people took to Hudson's streets Saturday as part of the national People’s March.

LET'S TURN THE PAGE ON INAUGURATION DAY! CLAVERACK DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE QUARTERLY MEETING Monday, January 20th, 7 pm on Zoom Register...