The Eastwick Press Newspaper

Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper

HFCS Softball Struggling For Wins

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by Steve Bradley

Vs. Stillwater – After traveling to Stillwater last Friday, the Lady Panthers held a 3 – 2 lead going at the top of the third inning. The Warriors scored six in the bottom of the inning and that was all they needed to take a 9 – 3 win over the Panthers. Liz Ryan and Erika Quackenbush each had two singles, with Quackenbush batting in one run. Maddy Ryan, Alyssa Ellis and Chelsea Stevens had one hit apiece. Ellis had two RBI’s. Erika Quackenbush pitched four inning to take the loss.

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“Images of Love” Pairs HFHS Artists With Animal Rescue Groups

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by Deb Alter

Three local rescue groups teamed up with Capital District artists, including several in Mr. Rob Viera’s advanced art class at Hoosick Falls High School. Six young artists from HF, along with many others, including professionals, created and donated portraits of some of the rescued dogs and cats based on the little intricacies and personalities of each one.  [Read more…] about “Images of Love” Pairs HFHS Artists With Animal Rescue Groups

New Lebanon CSD To Honor Veterans

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On Friday, May 22, at 9 am, the New Lebanon Jr./Sr. High School will host its Fifth Annual Memorial Day Assembly to honor our service men and women, and all who gave their lives in defense of our country.

All veterans are invited to join the American Legion Post #1236 of New Lebanon and the Berkshire Chapter 65 Vietnam Veterans of America in the New Lebanon Jr/Sr High School gymnasium. Family and community members are also welcomed and encouraged to attend the festivities in memory of our fallen heroes and in celebration of those who serve.

Berlin Ninth Graders Create “Rustic Romance” Evening

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submitted by Kathy Despart 

Ninth Graders from Berlin Central High School are gearing up to create a “Rustic Romance” themed evening for their parents, teachers and all adult members of the community.  The class has been trying to come up with fun, new ways to raise money for the “extra” things that come along during the high school years such as prom, class trips and educational events.  [Read more…] about Berlin Ninth Graders Create “Rustic Romance” Evening

Youth To Youth Visits The County Legislature

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submitted by Biffy Cahill

On Wednesday, May 6, Youth 2 Youth Berlin did a presentation to the Rensselaer County Legislature and Rensselaer County Executive Kathy Jimino, during the legislative open forum. Legislator Rob Bayly, Legislator Todd Tesman, County Executive Kathleen Jimino, Legislator Judith Breselor, Chair of the Legislature Martin Reid, Legislator Kelly Hoffman, Legislator Tom Walsh and Vice Chair of the Legislature Stan Brownell joined students Jordan Cahill, Rachel Cahill, Amanda Despart & Phillip Doin, along with adult facilitator, Biffy Cahill. They thanked the legislature for sponsoring a youth’s attendance at the Youth 2 Youth Eastern States Conference in 2014, and delivered a presentation on their efforts to reduce substance abuse in the four communities of the Berlin Central School District. The group of high school students received respect and praise for their knowledge and efforts.

The group, which has secured contracts with the four towns of Berlin Central School District, will send two young people from each town in exchange for their substance abuse prevention efforts and community service. It continues to seek sponsors and donations from local churches, businesses and community members.

Since getting more youth involved increases the impact of the program, the group hopes to send at least 15 kids to the Eastern State Conference this year. To do this they need to raise $6,375. For more information, please contact Biffy Cahill, TRACs President, at 518-791-2001 or BiffyCahill@gmail.com. All donations can be sent to TRACs (Together Reducing Alcohol & Drugs in our CommunitieS), c/o Biffy Cahill, TRACs President, 58 CCC Dam Rd, Stephentown, NY 12168.

Grafton Summer Festival

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The Annual Grafton Summer Festival is scheduled for July 18 from 9 am to 4 pm in the Grafton Town Park. The park is located 12 miles east of Troy on Route 2 in the heart of town. The festival includes a Flea Market featuring the wares of local artisans. Set up for the flea market will begin at 7 am. Numerous community organizations will be on site providing presentations and regional history. Entertainment is provided all day.

Our Lady of the Snow Parish will feature Sister Kenan’s Giant Raffle which is a fund raising event for the parish. Prizes for the Giant Raffle, which has over 100 total prizes, include handcrafted items, gift certificates for many local restaurants and businesses, and Grand Prize of $1500!!

The Parish is also sponsoring a Bake Sale and Chicken BBQ. BBQ tickets are $12 for a half-chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, beverage, and a brownie. Serving will begin at noon and continue until 3 pm. Limited seating will be available. For tickets, call Gloria at 658-2435 or Julie at 421-5070. For information or to reserve spaces call John at 271-8555 or the Parish Office at 279-4943.

Local Tracks And Speedways

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The May meeting of the Taconic Valley Historical Society will feature “Tracks and Speedways of Rensselaer County” presented by speedway historian Mr. Ken Gypson.  Travel down or shall we say race down memory lane as we look at Carroll’s Grove, State Line Speedway, Route 66, Shippeys, and more.  The meeting will be held Monday, May 18th at 7:30 PM, Methodist Church, South Main Street, Berlin, NY and is open to the public free of charge.  You do not have to be a member to attend.  Refreshments will be served.

BCS Alumni Association 75th Reunion

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Please help us celebrate the 75th Alumni Reunion on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, NY.

All alumni, staff, faculty and retirees of Berlin Central School are cordially invited.  We will be honoring the classes of 1935, 1940, 1945, 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, and 2015.

Join us for an evening of good food, friends and entertainment.  There will be several retired teachers in attendance this year including Joanne Pederson, former choir teacher.

For more information visit www.berlincentral.org and click on  District and Alumni. To update your mailing address, please like us on Facebook or email BerlinCentralalumni@yahoo.com.