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NYS Boys’ Basketball Tourney at Glens Falls’ Cool Friday-Sunday

Chronicle Managing Editor Cathy DeDe writes: The NYS Boys’ Basketball State Championship returns to the Cool Insuring Arena, Friday to Sunday, March 17-20. Section 2 is represented by the North Warren Cougars in Class D, and the Catholic Central Crusaders of Troy in Class B.

New this year, Cool Arena offers premium behind-the bench seating on a per-game basis, $20 each, available at the Box Office — or purchase in …

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Our March 16 front page

St. Patrick’s Day Issue NYS Boys Basketball at the Cool. Bread baker, 24, on the rise with his sourdough. ‘St. Paul’ in person: St. Mary’s, Luzerne. Short-term rental fans & foes. Argyle: Meet the 2 candidates for superintendent. Fort Ann Village has March 21 contests for mayor & trustee. Not-for-profit Nearcare, once Caritas, to end after 40 years. Shirt Factory’s 6th Spicy Food Fest, Sat. Up Close with Molly Hatchet’s …

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Airbnb, VRBO short-term rentals abound in Glens Falls-Queensbury

Chronicle staff writer Zander Frost writes: Airbnb Airbnb and VRBO listings abound in Glens Falls and Queensbury, numerous entire homes and apartments.

While some show an individual person as the “host” operating the unit, others are operated by companies.

At least three properties, including a three bedroom “Family-Friendly Glens Falls Home w/ Sun Porch” are hosted by Evolve, which says it handles “the hard parts of managing your property (like …

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Short-term rentals a long-term issue? Is it good or bad?

By Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer

Last week, The Chronicle broke the story on developer Tom Elliot’s newest project — a renovation he said cost in excess of $1-million that has turned the vacant top two floors into three luxury short term rental units at 170 Glen Street, above Rude Betty.

It generated numerous comments and messages — in praise and denunciation.

“Glens falls doesn’t need anymore ‘luxury’ apartments, they …

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Queensbury School: Shrek!

The Queensbury High School Drama Club presents Shrek The Musical at 7 p.m. March 10 and 11, and at 2 p.m. March 12 in the high school auditorium. Tickets are available at www.showtix4u.com for $12. Live streaming tickets are also available for the March 11 show for $25.

Lead cast members include senior Trent Sano in the title role, senior Maddie Gaiser as Fiona, and junior Avery Magee as Donkey.…

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