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Exhibitors And Visitors Enjoy Walter A. Wood Tractor And Agriculture Show

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Despite hurricane warnings and suddenly cold temperatures, at least ten exhibitors turned out to see both historic and new tractors and agricultural implements at the Walter A. Wood Tractor and Agriculture Show in Wood Memorial Park on Saturday, October 3. [Read more…] about Exhibitors And Visitors Enjoy Walter A. Wood Tractor And Agriculture Show

Berlin Volunteer Fire Company Annual Fund Drive

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Since 1904, the Berlin Volunteer Fire Company continues to serve the Town with the utmost dedication and care.  As professionally trained volunteers, the Fire Department, Rescue Squad and Auxiliary are here to help the community not just as emergency responders but also as neighbors and as friends.  No matter the time of day, the weather, holiday or occasion, we are here to serve. [Read more…] about Berlin Volunteer Fire Company Annual Fund Drive

Landscapes For Landsake Opens Columbus Day Weekend 14th Annual Art Sale and Exhibition

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A colorful and energetic depiction of local farm life, an art sale not to be missed!

For 25 years the Agricultural Stewardship Association has worked to accomplish a singular mission: protect the farms, the rich soils and agricultural landscape in Washington and Rensselaer counties for generations to come. In that time we’ve managed to conserve 101 farms and over 16,000 acres! For the last 14 years a significant source of funding for this mission has come from Landscapes for Landsake Art Sale and Exhibition, a celebration of the land by the community of local artists. [Read more…] about Landscapes For Landsake Opens Columbus Day Weekend 14th Annual Art Sale and Exhibition

Berkshire Bank Foundation Awards $1000 To New Lebanon Library

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The New Lebanon Library is pleased to announce receipt of a grant in the amount of $1000 from Berkshire Bank Foundation to support the Library’s programs for the area’s children and young adults, including a Home School Resource Center, educational materials, and an enhanced schedule of activities for all young people in the community. [Read more…] about Berkshire Bank Foundation Awards $1000 To New Lebanon Library

Anne M. Maney

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Stephentown – Anne M. Maney, 75, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at Berkshire Medical Center.  Born and raised in Framingham, MA, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Jessie Dube.  Anne resided in Derry, NH, Hudson, MA and Lancaster, MA before moving to Stephentown, NY in 1985.

She was the co-owner of Rita Marie’s Restaurant in Lanesborough, MA for over 15 years.  She enjoyed traveling, playing Phase Ten card game, staying up late and was involved in the 4-H with riding and raising horses.  She is the beloved wife of James P. Maney whom she married in 1974; devoted and loving mother of Diane (Rodney Dufault) Marcheterre of Rochester, NH, Fred Martin and Bobby (Brenda) Martin both of Florida, Glenn (Darlene) Martin of Nottingham, NH and Danielle (Brian) Kelley of Clifton Park, NY.  She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Relatives and friends called at Hall & Higgins Funeral Home, Monday morning September 28, and a funeral Mass was held at noon at St. Joseph’s Church in Stephentown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Stephentown Fire Company, 396 State Rt. 43, Stephentown, NY  12168.

Condolence book at ParkerBrosMemorial.com.

HFCS School Board Action

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Independent Audit Of HFCS Finances Gets Highest Rating

 by Deb Alter

The first order of business at the September 17 HFCSD Board meeting was the Annual Independent Auditor’s Report. Alan Walther, the representative of the Bonadio Group presented the report to the Board. He said the process and the report were lengthier than usual because of some new criteria and requirements from the State. The report was excellent, giving the District an “Unmodified Opinion,” which is the highest rating possible and means that the District is in complete compliance in all areas of the audit with no deficiencies. Board Member John Helft asked Walther if it was unusual for a district to get a totally clean audit, and Walther replied that it is, and that HFCS is “head and shoulders above with the extra-curricular accounting.” [Read more…] about HFCS School Board Action

Cheney Library In Hoosick Falls And Grafton Community Library Receive State Grant Money For Upgrades

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By Doug La Rocque

The Office of NYS Assemblyman Steven McLaughlin has announced that seven libraries in his district have recently received the monies from grants that were awarded last year for various infrastructure and cosmetic improvements.   [Read more…] about Cheney Library In Hoosick Falls And Grafton Community Library Receive State Grant Money For Upgrades