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

🚨 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:

1. Halloween Safety

• Numerous Halloween events are happening. Stay safe and check out our safety tips.
• See Our Post

1. Halloween Parade in Amsterdam

• Celebrate with us at the Amsterdam Halloween Parade.
• More Info

1. Elevated Fire Risk

• Be aware of the increased fire risk in the area.
• Details

1. DWI Arrest with Child

• A serious incident involving a DWI arrest with a child in the vehicle.
• Read More

1. Loss of Retired Sheriff Tony Desmond

• Mourning the loss of Retired Sheriff Tony Desmond in Schoharie County.
• More Info

1. Line of Duty Death John Carey

• Honoring the memory of John Carey, who died in the line of duty.
• Details

1. Drug Take Back Event

• Successful drug take-back event to promote safe disposal.
• Event Recap

1. EMS and Troop 81 Canajoharie

• Community collaboration with EMS and Troop 81.
• More Info

1. K9 Donations at Pine Tree Rifle

• Generous donations received for our K9 unit.
• Details

1. Walmart Bike Donation

• Thank you, Walmart, for the generous bike donation!
• Read More

1. Coffee with a Cop at Target

• Building community connections over coffee.
• Event Recap

1. Bosses Day Celebrated

• Celebrating Bosses Day with Jeff Smith.
• More Info

🎙️ 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:

• Stay Updated: Download our app for real-time updates: Get the App
• Emergency? Dial 911 for immediate assistance.
• Need Support? Contact us at (518) 853-5500 for non-emergency help.