Four upcoming informational sessions, free and open to the public, are being held so that local farmers may learn more about the state Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) grants. The workshops will discuss the parameters of the state program so farmers can determine whether it might be suitable for their farms and how to apply for funding. [Read more…] about Farmland Protection Grant Workshops Offered To Local Farmers
New Lebanon
Two Communities Joining Together To Re-Establish High School Wrestling In The Taconic Valley
By Doug La Rocque
The Berlin High School’s reentry into the sport of wrestling was a year marked by growing pains. When the season started with their first scrimmage at Hoosick Falls, they had nearly a full team and high hopes. By season’s end, they were down to just a few wrestlers, most having dropped out along the way. Now coach D.J. Connally and supporters are hoping to create a groundswell of support, between the Berlin and New Lebanon communities. [Read more…] about Two Communities Joining Together To Re-Establish High School Wrestling In The Taconic Valley
March Events At The New Lebanon Library
The New Lebanon Library has scheduled these events in March. All of these events are free and will take place at the library, located at 550 State Route 20. For more information, call (518) 794-8844. [Read more…] about March Events At The New Lebanon Library
Dublin Porter Performs Music Of Ireland At New Lebanon Library
Irish music trio Dublin Porter will perform at the New Lebanon Library Sunday, March 13th at 2:00 pm. The repertoire of this Berkshire band focuses on the dance music and airs of Ireland. [Read more…] about Dublin Porter Performs Music Of Ireland At New Lebanon Library
Eagle Eyes
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What’s for supper? A local Bald Eagle scans the landscape for prey earlier this week. Photo by Christopher Wright[/private]
March Events At The New Lebanon Library
The New Lebanon Library has scheduled these events in March. All of these events are free and will take place at the library, located at 550 State Route 20. For more information, call (518) 794-8844. [Read more…] about March Events At The New Lebanon Library
Wanted: Cancer-Fighting Super Heroes!
The 2016 Bennington County Relay for Life Kick-Off Expo is coming up on Wednesday, February 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Vermon Veteran’s Home, 325 North Street in Bennington. This year’s theme is “Super Heroes,” so come in your best cancer-fighting costime. Prizes will be awarded! [Read more…] about Wanted: Cancer-Fighting Super Heroes!
New Lebanon Town Board Action
Dan Tuczinski Is Appointed As New Lebanon Town Attorney
by David Flint
At their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 9, the New Lebanon Town Board considered but tabled two resolutions having to do with climate change. They were brought to the Board by Bruce Shenker, the Town’s delegate to the Columbia County Environmental Management Council. [Read more…] about New Lebanon Town Board Action
Lace Up And Run For A Cure
Put Saturday, April 16 on your calendars now for the Fourth Annual “Lace up for a Cure” 5K Run/Walk sponsored by Healers from Here. [Read more…] about Lace Up And Run For A Cure
Cari Naftali Of New Lebanon Volunteers To Help With Refugee Crisis In Greece
by Thaddeus Flint
Three days before Christmas, Cari Naftali of New Lebanon was updating her blog from Skala Sikaminias, a tiny fishing town on the island of Lesbos, Greece.
“Every day here I cry. Usually about the children and the babies,” she wrote. ”Today it was also a grandmother who sat silently alone, the pain of lifetimes in her eyes.” [Read more…] about Cari Naftali Of New Lebanon Volunteers To Help With Refugee Crisis In Greece