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
Local News
Landscapes For Landsake Opens Columbus Day Weekend 14th Annual Art Sale and Exhibition
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
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
Hoosick Falls Central School To Host Flu Clinic
Hoosick Falls Central School will host a flu clinic at the school on October 15. The clinic is being conducted by Adirondack Health and Wellness. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Central School To Host Flu Clinic
How Long Must We Wait?
To the Editor:
In reference to the article in The Eastwick Press on 9/29/15 Conflict Over ADA Compliance In Petersburgh: The issues of ADA compliance were brought to the Town’s attention almost three years ago. The Town Supervisor has steadfastly denied the Town is in violation of the ADA codes. [Read more…] about How Long Must We Wait?
HFCS School Board Action
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
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
Edible Bear’s Teeth
This Bear’s Head Tooth mushroom (Hericium coralloides) [Read more…] about Edible Bear’s Teeth
Berlin Budget Squeeze
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
Sternberg 5K Race Enjoyed By All
by Steve Bradley
Sixty runners signed in for the Third Annual Rolf Max Sternberg 5K Race for Vibrant Communities on a beautiful Saturday morning. Some racers ran to win, some ran against their previous times and some walked just to do it. Regardless of why they competed, everyone enjoyed the race. The race followed the prescribed route approved by the Village, starting at the corner of High and Munsell Streets, and ending at Wood Park. [Read more…] about Sternberg 5K Race Enjoyed By All