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New Lebanon Student To Meet With National Leaders In Washington, D.C.

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Kendall Kelly, a junior at New Lebanon High School, was chosen to attend the National Young Leaders Conference (NYLC) this summer in Washington, D.C. Kendall was nominated by New Lebanon’s School Counselor, Meghan Pepe.
“This conference is a great opportunity for our motivated students to enhance their leadership traits, already making them an asset to our school community,” said Pepe.
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Petersburgh Fire Department Cindy Harrison Memorial Scholarship

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Applications are now being accepted for the Petersburgh Fire Department Cindy Harrison Scholarship from those continuing their education through either college or vocational training. Current or former Berlin graduates who have overcome obstacles and/or struggled through adversity are eligible.
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BCS Bond: Déjà Vu All Over Again

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by David Flint
Bond authorization for the Capital Project approved by Berlin School District voters in December came up once again at the School Board meeting on Tuesday and once again failed to get the required super-majority fifth vote. Board Members Gina Goodermote, Frank Zwack, Rachel Finney and James Willis voted in favor of proceeding with authorizing the bond, but Beverly Stewart and John Nash could not be moved. Board Member Alan Webster Jr. was absent.
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New Lebanon Central School Memorial Day Assembly

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On Wednesday, May 23, at 9 am, the New Lebanon Jr./Sr. High School will be hosting its second annual Memorial Day Assembly to honor our servicemen and women and all who gave their lives in defense of our country. This year we are proud to welcome Congressman and US Army Veteran Chris Gibson as our featured speaker.
All veterans and current members of any branch of the military are invited to join the American Legion Post #1236 of New Lebanon and the Berkshire Chapter 65 Vietnam Veterans of America in the high school gymnasium as our honored guests. Family and community members are also welcome and encouraged to attend the festivities in memory of our fallen heroes and in celebration of those who serve.

HFCS ADAPT Texas Hold’em

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The Hoosick Falls Central School A.D.A.P.T group is sponsoring a Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament on Saturday, April 28, at the Polish Hall in Hoosick Falls. The buy-in is $35, and prizes will be based on the number of participants. Sign-in begins at 12:30 pm. Come support the after the Prom party for the class of 2013 and have a great time!

NLCS Spanish Students Gain Cultural Experience In NYC

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The New Lebanon eighth grade Spanish class, under the direction of Spanish Teacher Kara Siciliano, went on a field trip to New York City in March. This project was supported by a grant from the New Lebanon Education Foundation, a fund of the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. The objective of the trip was to raise awareness and understanding about the cultural richness and presence of Hispanic culture as it exists in Harlem.
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BCS Adopts Budget With A 1.98% Tax Levy Increase

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by Thaddeus Flint
The Berlin School Board adopted a $17,438,900 budget for 2012-2013 at the workshop meeting Tuesday, and it will now go to the residents for their approval. The Capital Project bond authorization, however, though already approved by the residents, was once again blocked for the fourth time by three Board members who remain adamant in their opposition.
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