EPISODE 33 - “Ghosts, Goblins, and Giving Back: Addressing Food Insecurity and Honoring Veterans” 🚨

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EPISODE 33 - “Ghosts, Goblins, and Giving Back: Addressing Food Insecurity and Honoring Veterans” 🚨

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🚨 EPISODE 33 - “Ghosts, Goblins, and Giving Back: Addressing Food Insecurity and Honoring Veterans” 🚨
📅 Release Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
 
OVERVIEW:
Join us as we explore the spooky season with Halloween safety tips, tackle the pressing issue of food insecurity, and prepare to honor our veterans. This episode is packed with community updates and heartfelt stories. 🎃🍲🇺🇸
🔄 Recent News:
Halloween Safety
Numerous Halloween events are happening. Stay safe and check out our safety tips.
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Halloween Parade in Amsterdam
Celebrate with us at the Amsterdam Halloween Parade.
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Elevated Fire Risk
Be aware of the increased fire risk in the area.
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DWI Arrest with Child
A serious incident involving a DWI arrest with a child in the vehicle.


Loss of Retired Sheriff Tony Desmond
Mourning the loss of Retired Sheriff Tony Desmond in Schoharie County.
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Line of Duty Death John Carey
Honoring the memory of John Carey, who died in the line of duty.
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Drug Take Back Event
Successful drug take-back event to promote safe disposal.
Event Recap

EMS and Troop 81 Canajoharie
Community collaboration with EMS and Troop 81.
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K9 Donations at Pine Tree Rifle
Generous donations received for our K9 unit.
Details

Walmart Bike Donation
Thank you, Walmart, for the generous bike donation!


Coffee with a Cop at Target
Building community connections over coffee.
Event Recap

Bosses Day Celebrated
Celebrating Bosses Day with Jeff Smith.
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🎙️ Guests:
Chris Carpenter – Community Advocate / City Councilman
Amen Soup Kitchen: Serving 850 families weekly with the help of 30-40 volunteers.
Addressing food insecurity in Montgomery County, the 3rd most food-insecure county in the state.
Support programs include a school backpack program and an adopt-a-family initiative.
Advocacy for mental health and depression support.

 
📅 Upcoming Events:
October 29, 2024: Chicken Parm for the Rotary Amsterdam
This Week: Trunk or Treat / Trick or Treats across the county
November 2, 2024: Holiday Arts and Crafts Arknell
November 3, 2024: Pancake Breakfast ATV Raffle
November 4, 2024: Amsterdam Rams, Chicken Parm at Lorenzo’s
November 5, 2024: Election Day - Get out and vote
November 9, 2024: Canjo School Fall Craft Fair at 10 AM
November 10, 2024: Florida Veterans event at 1 PM
November 11, 2024: Amsterdam Parade at 10 AM

📲 Resources:
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Emergency? Dial 911 for immediate assistance.
Need Support? Contact us at (518) 853-5500 for non-emergency help.

 

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