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Neil E. Krebs – Obituary

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Stephentown – Neil Ernest Krebs of Stephentown, NY passed away at the age of 90 on April 9th, 2024 in North Greenbush, NY. Neil was born on October 20th, 1933 in New York City to the late Harry and Ruth Krebs.

Neil’s skill in mathematics led to him getting a bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD in engineering from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. After getting his master’s degree, he served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a company commander of an engineering unit in South Korea in 1957 and 1958.

After returning home, Neil went on to a long career in both civil and mechanical engineering, working for the New York State Dept. of Transportation, General Electric, Sikorsky Aircraft, and Kaman Aerospace. Neil married Isabel Cogan in 1970 and they [Read more…] about Neil E. Krebs – Obituary

Frederick Knuetter Sr. – Obituary

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Berlin – “Fred” Knuetter, Sr. also known in his younger days by his friends as “KingFish,” passed away at the age of 86 on April 8th, 2024. He was born in Berlin, NY on June 15th, 1937 to Harriet and William Knuetter, Sr.

Fred lived his entire life in Berlin, NY; he loved to meet people and learn about their lives. He enjoyed the company and conversation with many friends that he would drop by and visit with. In the last couple of years, Fred appreciated the friends that would stop by to see him at home as well. Fred worked for the State of New York, retiring from the Construction Trade, and then worked various other jobs after retiring from the State of New York. He also processed and sold firewood locally and always had to be working. In his local travels, Fred would often barter and trade for items and attend local auctions; many of his acquisitions became [Read more…] about Frederick Knuetter Sr. – Obituary

HVCC Becomes Part of UNESCO-UNEVOC

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Courtesy of Rensselaer County
Congratulations to Hudson Valley Community College on becoming the first community college in the United States to become part of the UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for TVET. The UNESCO-UNEVOC International Centre for TVET includes 231 educational centers located in 150 countries across the globe. The program includes knowledge exchange, shared resources, peer learning, international collaboration, shared research, and combined resources to strengthen and support education.

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Baby Cafe Grand Opening

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Submitted by SVMC

On Wednesday, April 10th, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) held a special grand opening celebration of its Baby Café, a program offered for new parents through SVMC’s Women’s and Children’s Services (WCS). The Baby Café is a free, drop-in, informal breastfeeding support group offering ongoing professional lactation care and intervention.

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Nassau Annual Tailgate Sale

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On Saturday, April 27th, from 8 am to noon, come to the 13th Annual Tailgate Sale held at the Town of Nassau Highway Garage, 599 Central Nassau Road, East Nassau. A tailgate sale is where buyers and sellers meet to sell/trade in the back of their vehicle such items as farm products, chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, piglets, goats, sheep, vegetable plants, flowers, berry plants, maple syrup, crafts, and other local products. Admission is free, and there are no vendor fees.

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Mom’s Day Off Raises $12,000

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Submitted by SVMC
Bromley Mountain’s 21st annual “Mom’s Day Off” fundraiser set a new record this year, raising $12,000 to benefit breast cancer care at the Dartmouth Cancer Center at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC).

Recently retired Bromley General Manager (GM) Bill Cairns and incoming GM Josh Witkin recently presented a check to President and CEO of SVMC Thomas A. Dee, FACHE, on Thursday, March 28th, at the ski resort.

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Honoring a Local Hero

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Courtesy of Rensselaer County
On Monday, April 8th, veterans, residents, family, and friends joined with elected officials to remember the life and service of the late Thomas William "Bill" Killian at the monthly Honor a Deceased Veteran ceremony.

Bill served with the U.S. Navy during the Cold War for twenty years from the 1950s through 1971. He worked as a shipfitter, helping with the crucial job of repairing ships and returning them to active front-line duty.

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Open House and Recruitment Drive

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The Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department will hold an open house and recruitment drive on Saturday, April 13th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the fire station on State Route 43. The event will highlight the duties and rewards that come with being a volunteer. There will be hands-on demonstrations of equipment, blood pressure checks, and face painting for children. Hamburgers, hot dogs, and drinks will be available, as well as a Cantering Cowpokes bake sale.

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