The Eastwick Press Newspaper

Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper

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Opening Day In The BCSD

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by Kieron Kramer, Editor
As we have for many years the Eastwick Press attended the opening day of school at BCS to present another milestone in the life of our community. Our reporter went to Berlin Elementary on the first day that all BCS elementary students have gathered together at one location. However, no photograph or story will appear about the event because Michelle Colvin, Principal of the Berlin Elementary School, requested that we not release any photos or information without the School District’s authorization. We are honoring the District’s request at this time.
Colvin wrote in an email, “At a recent BOE meeting the Board requested that school and district news be sent to the papers in the form of Press Releases. Once I have reviewed the photo release information I’ll let you know which pictures are OK to use…”

HFCS Varsity Field Hockey Wins Tournament

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by Bea Peterson
It was not an easy victory. On Friday, September 3, HFCS Varsity Field Hockey began its season with the Annual Hoosick Falls Tournament. HF played Mt. Anthony of Bennington and finally won, 1-0, in sudden death double overtime. The goal was scored by Amanda Lewsey, assisted by Samantha Skott.
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Matt Berish To Participate In Florida Baseball Showcase

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Berlin High School senior, Matt Berish, has joined an elite fraternity of college bound athletes from around the country.   Matt was recently chosen to participate in Coast to Coast Baseball’s Florida showcase event being held this December.  With a combination of excellent coaching, outstanding competition and unparalleled education, Coast to Coast Baseball prepares the nation’s top amateur players for success at the collegiate and professional level.
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Letter To The Editor – What A Shame!!!

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To the Editor:
Now that Grafton and Stephentown Elementary schools have been officially closed due to the unfortunate decision from part of the (former and not all) Board of Education members (not the community) and a former administrator; all of the students will be housed at the Berlin Elementary School (BES). How is this building suitable for all of these students? [Read more…] about Letter To The Editor – What A Shame!!!

Panther Boys Soccer Has High Hopes For The Season

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by Julie Luciano
The Hoosick Falls Varsity Boys soccer team ended last season with a loss at the Sectional Semifinals, and the team is very sure that that is not how it will be ending this year. With the new additions to the team and some position rearrangement, Coach Josh Meyer is expecting a better outcome. “We lost some great seniors last year, but the new boys are great; they are more than capable of filling in the holes. Everyone on the team is versatile it’s great.”   [Read more…] about Panther Boys Soccer Has High Hopes For The Season

The 2010 Lady Panthers Are At It Again

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by Julie Luciano
Hoping for back to back league championships the girls came out strong competing against Maple Hill and Lansingburgh in two scrimmages played on their home pitch on September 7. They tied the first game 2-2 with a goal from Meaghan McKee and another quick goal from a new addition to the team, Emma Frickie. In their second game of the day they started strong and ended strong winning 2-0. Seventh-grader Jordyn Hanes and tenth-grader Grace Delurey each added one assist and one goal.
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Are You Ready For Some Football?

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Friday Night Under The Lights
by Bea Peterson
The HFCS Football Season begins Friday, September 3, at 7 pm at home against Corinth. The new bleachers and press box are in place. There is a classy white fence trimming the field. The food bar, a fairly recent addition, is set to go. The only hang up may be the weather. It will be in the 80s until the sun goes down, and there is a possibility of rain. Fans will just have to wait and see.
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