This story was written by Sharon Klein, Berlin Town Historian and is posted on the Town of Berlin website (http://berlin-ny.us/).
From the time Berlin was established as a town in 1806, we have had our share of disasters and tragedies. From epidemics, blizzards, fires and floods to tornadoes, accidents and draughts, nothing in modern times has equaled the propane truck disaster, which occurred 50 years ago on July 25, 1962.
Nine people died of burns, one of whom was Robert J. McLucas of Pennsylvania, driver of the 7,000 gallon tanker loaded with propane that left the Plank Road at a sharp turn, hit a tree and exploded leaving the area looking like a war zone.
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Archives for July 2012
Water Restrictions In Hoosick Falls
by Bea Peterson
The Village of Hoosick Falls has announced that there are water restrictions in effect for residents of Hoosick Falls and customers outside the Village that use Village water. There is to be no outside watering of any kind, including car washing, filling pools or pressure washing.
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The North Hoosick Fire Department Celebrates 65 Years
by Bea Peterson
About 150 people attended the 65th Anniversary Banquet of the North Hoosick Fire Department on Saturday, July 21. Chief Alan Bornt told the gathering that the banquet was dedicated to all the Department firefighters and Ladies Auxiliary members for their hard work and dedication to the communities of North Hoosick, East Hoosick and Walloomsac. [Read more…] about The North Hoosick Fire Department Celebrates 65 Years
Hoosick Falls Grand Union Among Stores Tops Friendly Markets Plans To Acquire
by Bea Peterson
According to a press release from Tops Friendly Markets and comments from Tops spokesperson Katie McKenna, the Hoosick Falls Grand Union is one of 21 stores Tops is planning to acquire. “I see no changes in the names or the products carried in the Hoosick Falls store or any of the others in the foreseeable future,” she said. “Most of the changes will be behind the scenes, such as operational support.”
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Reynolds Foundation Awards $12,600
by Bea Peterson
On Wednesday evening Reynolds Foundation Board members Norma Brenenstuhl, Jim Monahan, Armand Rousseau and Bill Shiland presented checks to a dozen Hoosick and Hoosick Falls organizations at the Miller Museum.
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Christmas In July In Petersburgh
Second Annual Hoosick Hometown Days
The schedule has been set for this year’s Second Annual Hoosick Hometown Days. Stop down for a fun filled family weekend at the Hoosick Falls Athletic Fields. From noon until 10 pm on August 3 and 4, this community event will feature something for everyone.
The grounds will be filled with vendors, concessions by local non-profit organizations, local musical talent and a dunking booth. Amyland Amusements will be setting up some of their best rides and carnival games for the weekend. Wrist bands for rides will be available for $25. St. Mary’s Academy will be providing all of your favorite carnival foods throughout the weekend.
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Fashion Show Fundraiser – Pink Fashion Rocks!
Ashley Constantino has organized a fund raiser to benefit the Karen McGovern Foundation and to support breast cancer survivors. Her mother, grandmother and great-grandmother are all breast cancer survivors. Her life has been influenced by their battles, and she is joining the fight.
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The Shatford Little League 7-8 Year Old All Stars
Margaret Pine Retires From The Cheney Library
On Tuesday, July 17 the Cheney Library Board of Directors recognized Margaret Pine on the occasion of her retirement after 26 years of service to the Library. Margaret began working at the Library in June 1986. [Read more…] about Margaret Pine Retires From The Cheney Library