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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

Berlin Budget Squeeze

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By Doug La Rocque

Supervisor Jaeger is accepting the budget proposals from his department heads. He said he will include raises requested by department heads in his tentative budget, which will be completed soon, but he was not optimistic that the Town could give raises this year. He said, “I don’t see how we can do it.”  Jaeger said the State’s budget cap this year limits the Town to an increase in spending of 0.7%.   [Read more…] about Berlin Budget Squeeze

The Berlin Planning Board Lot Line Adjustment Approved, Subdivision Proposed

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The Berlin Planning Board opened its meeting this past week by accepting an application for a five acre subdivision on a private road off Dyken Pond Road.  Eden Brand presented the Board with her survey and short environmental quality review (SEQR) form, asking she be allowed to subdivide five acres of land off a 45 acre parcel currently owned by her father Charles Brand.  [Read more…] about The Berlin Planning Board Lot Line Adjustment Approved, Subdivision Proposed

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

Volunteers Needed To Help Adults And Children In Our Area

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Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County (LVORC) welcomes all kinds of volunteers, from tutors to administrative helpers and event planners. As a volunteer you can develop new skills, make friends, and see how your efforts make a difference in your community. [Read more…] about Volunteers Needed To Help Adults And Children In Our Area

Electronics Recycling Event October 3

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The Rensselaer County Legislature and the County Environmental Management Council are teaming up to sponsor an electronics recycling day, Chair of the Legislature Stan Brownell announced.

The electronics recycling event will be held Saturday, October 3 from 9:30 am to 2 pm. The recycling event will be held at the County Office Building, 1600 7th Avenue, downtown Troy.

The October event follows an electronics recycling event held in April. The Legislature and EMC have teamed up for several electronics recycling events, and have received a great response from residents. [Read more…] about Electronics Recycling Event October 3

Berlin Modified Girls Volleyball Wins At Home

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On Monday the modified girls volleyball team got their first win of the season against Waterford. Strong serving by Brooke Deshane, Skylar Jordan, Sierra Pettibone and Carly Church led the team to its victory. Solid play by the rest of the team kept Berlin dominant throughout each game. The girls play home next Tuesday against New Lebanon and Friday against Hawthorne; games begin at 4 pm.