Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
The Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls is hosting a presentation by Rensselaer County Historical Society on the Underground Railroad in Rensselaer and Washington Counties on October 15 from 10 to 11 am at The Center, 21 Danforth Street, Hoosick Falls.
This presentation is free and open to the public.
On Friday, October 17, from 7:30 to 9:30 pm there will be a Youth 2 Youth Haunted House Dance at the Berlin Middle/High School with a costume contest and raffle prizes, including two tickets to Ramblewild Adventure Park.
Admission is $5 at the door; $3 with advance sign-up. Sign up at the main school office, one of your local libraries, on Facebook or by contacting Biffy Cahill, Youth 2 Youth Adult Facilitator at 518-791-2001 or TRACsCoalition@gmail.com.
This event is sponsored by Stephentown Youth Commission.
To the editor:
Many Grafton residents know that I retired from active politics two years ago, but I still have a keen interest in what happens in our town. This year Eric Buckley has made known that he seeks the position of Town Councilman to fill the vacant position.
I’ve know Eric for many years and respect him as a successful businessman, husband, father, and community volunteer, working with our children in the sports field.
I feel he embodies everything we need on our Town Board. His ability to work with all parties would be outstanding. I ask all citizens of Grafton, regardless of party, to place a vote for Eric on election day, and we will all win.
Thank you,
Bill Middleton
former Grafton Democratic Committee Chairman
On Friday, October 24, the Berlin Rescue Squad will be holding its monthly, delicious Fish Fry Dinner. For $10 you can come enjoy a hearty helping of fried cod on a roll, french fries, coleslaw, a brownie and soda or water. Eat in or take out; it’s up to you.
We have also decided to serve mini-hot dogs as well. These can be purchased in a meal ($10 for 10 dogs with fries, a brownie and beverage), ($5 for 4 dogs with fries, a brownie and beverage) or purchased à la carte.
Telephoned orders are welcome. The Firehouse number is 658-2890. The dinner will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at the Berlin Fire Department. Call Stan at 269-8646 with any questions.
The Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company will resume its monthly breakfast on Sunday, October 19, with servings from 8 to 11:30 am. Breakfast consists of your choice of French toast or pancakes as well as bacon or sausage, toast, orange juice, applesauce, beverages and eggs prepared to your specifications for a cost of $7 for adults, $4 for ages 5-12, with children under five served free.
Support your local fire company while visiting with friends and neighbors and enjoying a hearty breakfast to start your day. The firehouse is located behind the post office near the intersection of Routes 20 and 66 North in the hamlet of Brainard. For more information call 518-766-3815.
The fourth annual Fill the Bus Food Drive benefiting the Hoosick Area Church Association (HACA) Food Pantry will take place in Hoosick Falls from October 14 to 17. The students of Hoosick Falls Central School (HFCS) are encouraged to bring food throughout the week. On Friday, October 17, at the HFCS Homecoming football game the bus will be open for the public to fill it up. This year Granville Central School will be joining in to help “Tackle Hunger.”
The HACA Food Pantry serves the greater Hoosick Falls community by supplying food and toiletries to over 1,700 households per year. This year the Food Pantry has served over 24,000 meals thus far, and the holidays are quickly approaching.
Please come celebrate Homecoming and support those in need at the same time by helping to Fill the Bus.
A trapper training course will be offered at the Pioneer Fish & Game Club, Potter Hill Club House, on Saturday, October 25, from 8 am to 4 pm (bring your lunch). This course is mandatory for first time license buyers. Students must attend the entire session, demonstrate proper attitude and safety and pass the test.
You must pre-register by calling Paul at 518-857-9596 or Ed at 518-686-5267.
Sand Lake Center for the Arts – Circle Theatre Players presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap. Business at blizzard bound Monkswell Manor has taken a decided downturn. Guests of the manor are turning up dead in quick order raising the specter of a murderer among the survivors. [Read more…] about The Mousetrap At SLCA
Berlin – Harold “Ken” Jewett, 76, passed away at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany, NY, on Tuesday, October 7, 2014. Born in Cohoes, NY, and raised in Berlin, NY, he was the son of the late Harold and Dorothy Jewett and big brother to Ronald and the late Joan Jones and Beverly Hoffman.
Stephentown – William K. Halleck, Sr., 93, of Garfield Road, Stephentown, NY, passed away at his home surrounded by his family, on October 2, 2014.
