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Berlin Fire Department Breakfast

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On Sunday, April 7, from 7 to 11 am, the Berlin Fire Department will be holding its fresh, hot off the griddle, monthly breakfast.  For your eating pleasure we include all-you-can-eat pancakes, French toast and biscuits for our homemade sausage gravy, sausage and bacon, toast, home fries and eggs (scrambled, sunny side, over easy or over hard).  Beverage choices include coffee, tea, (both decaf available), hot chocolate, milk and orange juice.
Prices are $7 for adults, $4 for kids 5-10 and free for kids under 5. Please join us before church, grocery run or whatever you may be doing for the day and have a great start to the morning.
The Ladies Auxiliary will be holding a bake sale this month and a plant sale at the May breakfast.

Ryan Sams Re-enlists In New York Army National Guard

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Major General Patrick A. Murphy, the Adjutant General, announced the recent re-enlistment of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their continuing commitment to serve community, state and nation as part of the Army National Guard.
Specialist Ryan Sams from Berlin has re-enlisted to continue service with the Headquarters and Support Company, 42nd Infantry Division.
Murphy said, “Keeping those ready forces in our ranks mean that New York is ready to provide forces for state missions here at home, as we saw during Hurricane Sandy, or for the federal missions supporting our nation around the country and around the world.”

Berlin July 4th Parade Committee Sets 2013 Theme; Participants Invited

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Summer seems far away but the Berlin July 4th Parade Committee has been hard at work planning this year’s celebration. The Committee is pleased to announce that the 2013 Parade is scheduled for Thursday, July 4, at 11 am. The theme this year is, “American Adventures.”
We hope you will start planning your floats and join us in the spirit of community. We look forward to new faces and old friends and cordially invite all civic, school and church groups, businesses and individuals, locally and from afar, to participate. It is not necessary to follow the theme; it is offered only as a guide.
There is no entry fee and prizes are awarded. The Grand Prize float entry receives $125. Other float categories are Theme Prize, Prettiest and Funniest, with prizes ranging up to $100. Ribbons are awarded for horses, cars, boats, antique equipment, decorated bicycles, costumed walkers and equestrian groups. Trophies are awarded to fire companies for the best appearing and the most in line.
Refreshments will be available for all participants at the Berlin Fire House immediately following the Parade, compliments of the Berlin Volunteer Fire Company. Mark your calendars now, and plan to join us.
Support The Tradition
We need your support. The cost of marching bands, supplies, postage, awards and other expenses add up quickly. Whether you have enjoyed the Parade in the past, or are looking forward to it for the first time, we urge your support with your financial gift. No amount is too small, and your support is greatly needed and appreciated.
Contact Us
Entry forms will be mailed by the first of June to all past participants. Please notify us if your contact information has changed or if you do not receive a form and would like one sent to you. For more details call Jean at 658-3010 or Carol at 658-3936, or email berlinjuly4thparade@yahoo.com. Please make contributions payable to Berlin July 4th Parade Committee, and mail your check to us at our new address, P.O. Box 66, Berlin, NY, 12022.

Second Annual Daughter’s Ball

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The Second Annual Daughter’s Ball, a community dance, will take place on April 13 from 6 to 9 pm at the Berlin Elementary School. Admission is $5. There will be a DJ, snacks and pictures. The theme is “Glow.” Daughters, wear your best dress.
This event is sponsored by Girl Scout SU 154. Call Tammy at 279-3772 with any questions.

Kenneth L. Smith

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Berlin – Kenneth L. Smith, 44, formerly of Valley View Apartments, died on Saturday evening, March 23, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Troy, NY, under the care of Community Hospice of Rensselaer County.
Born August 20, 1968, in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of the late Russell Smith and Nancy Cassel Carr and the step-son of Charlie Carr of Petersburgh, NY. A life-long resident of the area, Ken was educated in Berlin schools. He served for 8 years in the United States Army Reserves. For most of his adult life, he was a self-employed carpenter. Ken was an avid NASCAR fan whose favorite driver was Matt Kenseth.
Survivors, besides his mother and step-father, include his wife, Lisa A. Corbin Smith, whom he married on August 29, 1999, in Petersburgh, a sister, Christine and husband Terry Sprague of Grafton, NY, and three nieces, C’Anna, Darien and Abigail.
Visitation and services are private with burial to take place at the Berlin Baptist Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Berlin Rescue Squad. Arrangements are under the guidance of the Thomas M. Barber Funeral Home of Petersburgh.

Berlin Town Board Action – First Town Meeting In The New Municipal Center

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by Kieron Kramer
The Berlin Town Board held its first regular Town Board meeting in the new Town Hall in the Municipal Center at 17563 NY Rt. 22 last Thursday, March 14. Aside from the Town officers, the heads of the various boards and the like the turnout was a little sparse, but everyone who did attend was pretty excited about the new digs.
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Letter To The Editor – The Great Oz

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To the Editor:
The recent performance of the Wizard of Oz at Berlin Central School deserves to be recognized.
From the screen to our stage, this charming classic was brought to life for young and old with a stellar cast of main characters, excellent supporting cast and a troupe of delightful Munchkins and Ozians.
All the colorful costumes, the phenomenal stage sets, as well as the wonderful pit band, made this an unforgettable experience for the audience.
Thank you to all who gave so much of their time and talent to this effort, especially Dianne Mosher. What a great send-off!  In the words of one viewer, “You wouldn’t believe it if you didn’t see it!”
Sherri Craib Klein
Berlin