Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
by Alex Brooks
Sporting Licenses can once again be obtained at the Grafton Town Hall. Supervisor Frank Higgins and Secretary Joe Allain have both taken the training and passed their tests and are certified as “agents” of DEC for fishing licenses, hunting licenses and trapping licenses. [Read more…] about DEC Sporting Licenses Once Again Available At Grafton Town Hall
by Deb Alter
Bouncelinx, the wireless broadband company that has proposed installing a system that will help Hoosick have high-speed internet and better cell service came to the Town of Hoosick Zoning Board of Appeals hoping to get a permit to put up a tower to supply broadband internet service in the Town. [Read more…] about Bouncelinx Applies For Tower Permit In Hoosick
The North Hoosick Fire Department will be sponsoring a benefit spaghetti and meatball dinner on Saturday, June 13, at 4:30 pm at the fire station on Route 22. This dinner is being held for the Joe Wolfrum family who lost their home to a devastating fire on Thursday, May 28. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $6 for children 10 and under. Tickets may be purchased at Jean’s Place in North Hoosick or from any North Hoosick firefighters. Tickets may also be reserved by calling Chief Alan Bornt at 518-378-4538. Donations may also be made to the family through the Fire Department.
A “Bernie Sanders for President” open house on Wednesday, June 10 from 6:30 to 8 pm at the New Lebanon Town Hall at 14755 Route 22 North, New Lebanon, NY.
This event is sponsored by Progressive Democrats of America (PDA), and is to rally interest from people to become actively involved in Sanders’ campaign. We will be showing a few short videos with Bernie speaking and then we’ll Skype with Mike Fox, an organizer for PDA in Florida. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!
The Mid-Hudson Valley Fur Harvester’s Association is pleased to announce that they are going to be holding a chicken barbecue at the St. Stanislaw Society on Mechanic St. in Hoosick Falls. The event will take place, rain or shine on June 13 beginning at 4 pm. Following the BBQ, we will be holding a Chinese Auction to help raise money for sending kids to camp. The meal will include a 1/2 BBQ chicken, potato salad, baked beans, roll & butter and a drink. Cost is $12 per person. Tickets available in advance or at the door if still available. However, it is strongly suggested that you get your tickets in advance if possible.
We have take out available, but we are encouraging people to stay if at all possible so that they may take part in the Chinese Auction following the barbecue. We already have many items that will appeal to men, women and children alike, but we are still looking for donations, especially from our members. Just about anything goes, new and used alike. Used items must be in good shape! For tickets, or to make a donation for the auction, please contact Jim Greeley at 658-9720 or Ed Milkiewicz at 663-8172. If no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you. Tickets must be paid for in advance as we are not reserving tickets without payment in full.
submitted by Yucel Erdogan
NYC Artist and Creative Director Yucel Erdogan is putting the finishing touches on an antiques store in the Ruditis building which he purchased last year.
[Read more…] about New Antiques Store Called Yucelesque Opening In Ruditis Building On John Street
Dear Berlin Residents and Business Owners,
In past years, the Town of Berlin has purchased American flags to be displayed throughout the Town. However, in an effort to lessen the tax increase for 2015, this item was removed from our budget. This year, we are asking for donations to purchase these flags.
Thirty flags are required to replace the flags that are now in disrepair. Flags will be displayed every year from Memorial Day through July 4th until they are no longer serviceable (about three years).
Please know that your donation of $30 will purchase an American flag, pole and bracket and help demonstrate the pride of Berlin, its businesses, and residents. Your tax deductible donation will be acknowledged in the Eastwick Press as well as at our July Board Meeting.
Please make checks payable to the Town of Berlin Flag Fund.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully,
Tara Fisher
Deputy Supervisor/Town Council
June 2015
The Cancer Center Community Crusaders are delighted to announce that Dr. Marcus Martinez will be the guest speaker at the Second Annual Community Remembrance and Cupcake Crusade on Saturday, June 6, at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington which begins at 7 pm. He will then assist in the lighting of the cauldron.
“We are delighted that Dr. Martinez will be speaking at our event,” said Erica Rogers, co-chair of the Cancer Center Community Crusaders Steering Committee. “He is an inspiration and we are so happy he is again seeing patients and able to join us.”
Dr. Martinez underwent treatment for cancer earlier this year and returned to his Hoosick Falls family medicine practice on April 13. He is a native of Hoosick Falls, where his father, Dr. Philip Martinez, practiced medicine for more than 40 years before retiring. In an open letter to the community, Marcus Martinez acknowledged that the cards, letters and prayers he had received had helped him to survive his cancer treatment. “Words cannot express my thanks and gratitude to all of you,” he wrote.
At the Community Remembrance, Dr. Martinez will share the podium with Tom Dee, President and CEO of Southwestern Vermont Health Care. A musical performance by Chris Jacobs will be part of the ceremony, and there will be the traditional lighting of the cauldron. Sandra O’Neill, RN OCN, a member of the Cancer Center Community Crusaders Steering Committee and a nurse at Southwestern Vermont Health Care, will lead the program.
The Cupcake Crusade portion of the day begins at 2 pm. This fun, family-friendly event features a cupcake baking contest, live entertainment, children’s activities, a chicken barbecue, raffles, vendors and more. Community organizations, families, friend groups and anyone else who would like to join the crusade to raise funds and support cancer patients and cancer research locally are invited to join the celebration and set up a game booth or activity to benefit the event. No commercial vendors please. Carnival games are especially encouraged.
For information on how to participate, call Beth Dillard at 802-440-4239 or e-mail beth.dillard@svhealthcare.org.
The Cancer Center Community Crusaders provide financial, physical, and emotional support to members of the community and their families as they strive to obtain the best cancer care and treatment possible. The group also allocates a portion of the funds it raises to support local and regional cancer research efforts.
“Cultivate a Cure” will be the theme of the Berlin Bears Team campsite at the upcoming Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society. The June 19-20 event, held at Mt. Anthony HS, has the overall theme Garden of Hope. The festivities begin with a survivor reception at 4 pm, followed by the Opening Ceremony and survivor lap at 6 pm. At 9 pm, thousands of luminaries will encircle the track representing the memory of those who have died from cancer and representing hope for those battling the disease.
Team captain Dianne Mosher invites you to contact her if you are interested in sponsoring luminaria ($5 each), being part of the team, make a donation or if you need more information. You can reach Dianne at 658-2453 or nymoo@yahoo.com.
Note: please join the Bears at their campsite at 6 pm to celebrate Dianne’s recent successful cancer surgery!
