This is in response to Alan H. Colyer’s mean-spirited letter to the editor last week. In his rant, Mr. Colyer has decided that only those who are on existing voter registration forms and also in the local phone book have the right to take issue with the local government. That Mr. Colyer is also the […]
Getting There: Are there rules around funeral processions in traffic?
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The state Vehicle and Traffic Law doesn t have much to say about rules directing funeral processions.Lori Van Buren/Albany Times Union
Q: I was driving on a state road with a 55 mph speed limit when traffic ground to a halt. Apparently the slowdown was due to a group of fewer than 10 cars in a funeral procession, led by a hearse going about 10 mph. All the vehicles had their flashing lights on. Is this legal? Polly Windels
A: Funeral processions are legal, even on the highway, but the lead vehicle should consider the safety of others, said Lt. Robert Donnelly of the Colonie Police Department, traffic safety division.
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Ray Wemple left a lasting impression
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Ray Wemple. He was a gentle giant of a man and devoted husband and father.
Ray’s public service with Schenectady Police Department and later as the communications coordinator for Schenectady County will never be duplicated. A dedicated public servant, he was the model of how to “do your job.”
I got to know Ray in the 90’s with our mutual passion for ice hockey. Our sons played youth hockey and we wanted to help the association with developing a new rink with the closing of Center City in Schenectady. We became president and vice president of the Schenectady Youth Hockey Association. Ray was the definition of a “right-hand” man and a tireless crusader.