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Letter To The Editor – Just The Facts

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To the Editor,
I would like to address the upcoming issue of the purchase of the Berlin Lumber property. Some residents have expressed concerns that the property is in the flood plain, it is too big for us and it will increase taxes. Some of you may have other concerns. I feel that the first vote resulted in a NO vote because the information some residents received was exaggerated and incorrect and many people were led to believe that this would not be good for the town. This time, I would like to give you factual and correct information so you can make an intelligent and informed decision. [Read more…] about Letter To The Editor – Just The Facts

Benefit Dinner For Steve Kellar

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Friends and family of Steve Kellar will be holding a benefit dinner on July 24 from 4 to 6 pm at the Berlin Fire House to help cover the costs of unexpected medical bills.
Steve is a life member of the Berlin Volunteer Fire Co., Inc. He has held several positions in the company, is married, is raising two daughters and, until recently, worked full time.
Steve was recently diagnosed with a form of dying muscle disease and ineffective veins in his right thigh. This disease is a complication of Type II diabetes that he was diagnosed with several years ago. Due to this disease, he has lost his job, has no health insurance and cannot afford to pay for private insurance. So far two doctors have signed disability papers, and he is waiting for one more. Meanwhile the doctor bills are increasing.
The dinner includes barbecued steak, or if you prefer there will be a limited number of barbecued chicken, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw, roll and beverage. The cost of the meal is $10 for adults, $6 for children 6-11 and $3 for children under 6.
There will also be a Chinese Auction and 50-50 raffle. You need not be present to win. Net proceeds will go to Steve to help pay his expensive doctor bills.
For further information, call 658-2924 or 658-2664.

American Red Cross Blood Drive In Berlin

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The American Red Cross Blood Drive is on Monday, July 19, from 1 to 6 pm at the Berlin United Methodist Church on Main Street in Berlin. Donors must be at least 16 with a parent signature or 17 or older to participate. Anyone who is interested, can contact Rachel Gordon at 733-9033 to schedule an appointment.

Taconic Valley Historical Society July Meeting

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Martha von Schilgen, playing violin, John Guay, playing hammer dulcimer, and Dan Hoffman, playing guitar, will present an evening of music at the July meeting of the Taconic Valley Historical Society.  The meeting will be held at the United Methodist Church, South Main Street, Berlin on Monday, July 19, at 7:30 pm. There will be refreshments and a social time following the performance.  Everyone is welcome.

Homebrew Beer Workshop At The Berlin Fire House

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Beer is easy to make. It has been fermented for thousands of years and for most of that time in the home. It wasn’t legal until 1979, when President Carter made it legal to brew beer again in our homes. Since then over three million people have started, and enjoyed, this rapidly growing hobby. And so can you.
The Berlin Firehouse will sponsor a Homebrew Beer Workshop fund raiser to be held on Friday, July 16, at 7 pm. A $20 donation is suggested.
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Local Graduates From The College Of Saint Rose

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Three local residents are among the 1,604 students who, as members of the Class of 2010, received undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates of advanced study from The College of Saint Rose in Albany.
Karen Day, a resident of Berlin, received a Master of Science in Education.
Katie Danbury, a resident of Grafton, received a Bachelor of Science.
Madalyn Parnas, a resident of Stephentown, received a Bachelor of Arts.

Letter To The Editor – Thoughts On The Berlin Lumber Purchase

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To the Editor:
I am writing to express my opinion regarding purchase of the old Berlin Lumber property for the Town government and highway use. Although I recognize the need for new facilities, it would be a mistake to buy property that we, as taxpayers, can not afford to maintain. To buy property is one thing, but to maintain it over the long run is something else. For starters, the roofs on the buildings are 30 years old. Has anyone put a roof on a house recently? The price has tripled over the past year.
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