by Jen Burhans
The Berlin school communities were treated to a spooktacular band and chorus performance on October 30. The high school band and chorus program showcased some fun October themed pieces.
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Volunteers At 5k
Danielle Morse and Katie Mellett directed runners at the annual Maddie’s Mark 5k in Schenectady’s Central Park on Sunday, October 19. [Read more…] about Berlin FCCLA Members Busy With Fall Activities
by Art Schmich
The BCS boys varsity soccer team had six players named to the CHVL All Star Team. Jackson Burhans – goalie, Matt Rokjer and Calvin Mars – defense and Zach Spaniol – midfield were named first team all stars.
Seiji Akera – defense and Keel Krumenacker – striker were named to the second team.
by Art Schmich
The BCS girls cross country team took second in Sectionals on Friday, October 31. Maggie Gordon finished third and Serena Rizzo fourth. They have both qualified for the state meet.
The Berlin High School and Middle School will once again be hosting a ceremony honoring our local veterans, past and present. On Thursday, November 6, the morning begins with coffee, donuts and muffins for the veterans at 8 am in the cafeteria. At 9 am the veterans will be invited to the auditorium for the recognition program. We welcome all veterans with one guest.
If you wish to attend RSVP is requested (658-2515 x1004) but not necessary.

by Jen Burhans
The Berlin boys soccer team traveled to Lake George, the 10th ranked team in the State, on Monday, October 27, for the Quarterfinals of the Class C Sectionals. It started out chilly and wet in Berlin but turned into a sunny warm day in Lake George. The players were happy to see that so many of their supporters were able and willing to come cheer them on.
[Read more…] about BCS Boys Soccer Ends Season In Sectional Quarterfinal

by Jen Burhans
The Berlin girls soccer team played a great game Saturday, October 25, defeating Hoosick Valley. The girls came into the Class C Sectional game as the CHVL’s league champions and were looking to start off their trip to the Sectional finals with a big win over H.V.
[Read more…] about Berlin Girls Soccer Season Ends In Sectional Quarterfinals

by Jen Burhans
Berlin boys varsity soccer finished the regular season undefeated and were CHVL champions. They went into Class C sectionals ranked 5th with a first round bye, guaranteed a home game. [Read more…] about BCS Boys Soccer Win Sectional Game Against Middleburg
• Friday, October 24 – Boys varsity soccer sectional game at home at 3 pm.
• Saturday, October 25 – Girls varsity soccer sectional game at home vs Hoosic Valley at 3 pm.
• Monday, October 27 – Boys varsity soccer sectional at Lake George at 3 pm with a Friday win and a Lake George win.
• Tuesday, October 28 – Girls varsity soccer at Oppeheim at 3 pm with a win Saturday.
• Friday, October 31 – Cross country sectionals at Saratoga at 11 am.
by Art Schmich
Trailing 1 to 0 at halftime, Zach Spaniol scored on a penalty kick to knot the game at 1 and Ryan Shumway scored late in the second half to put the boys varsity soccer team ahead to stay. Zach Spaniol iced the game with another penalty kick with 6 minutes left in the game for a 3 to 1 win over Loudonville Christian.
Jackson Burhans made 13 saves, and the defense of Matt Rokjer, Calvin Mars, Seiji Akera and Dan Bentley preserved the win. With the win the Berlin boys soccer team is the CHVL League champion having gone undefeated for the season with 13 wins and 2 ties.
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Submitted by GLSP Due to warmer than usual temperatures, the 38th annual ice fishing contest at Grafton Lakes State Park has been rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 11, from 5:30 am to 2 pm. Join in on the fun as several-hundred anglers brave the cold temperatures for their chance to make a winning catch on several […]
On Tuesday, January 25, Cheney Library honored Ms. Deborah Tudor for her 12 years of service on the Cheney Library Board of Trustees. During her tenure as a trustee, Ms. Tudor made immense contributions to physical improvements of the library’s property. Some of these projects include the installation of a propane fireplace, creation of the […]
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At Inaugural NYSPHSAA Girls Wrestling Invitational Submitted by BNL Varsity Wrestling Coach Wade Prather Tallulah Powers was runner-up at 165 pounds in the inaugural NYSPHSAA Girls Wrestling Invitational held at Onondaga Community College. She was one of only three finalists from Section 2, and the only Runner Up. The meeting of 204 of the State’s top female […]
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