BFF – The Cornwall Local

Liquor store contributes funds to BFF

June 30, 2021 Ken Cashman

“It was an interesting year,” Sally Mattausch observed as she stood near the counter of Cornwall Wines & Spirits. “We had to be real flexible.”

BFF tea could become a lifetime job

January 9, 2020 Ken Cashman

When you volunteer to help BFF, you’re not making a lifetime commitment. But sometimes it feels that way.

BFF receives some unexpected assistance

November 21, 2019 Ken Cashman

BFF got some unexpected help in its mission of providing weekend meals for students who might otherwise go hungry.

Add BFF’s Victorian tea to list of annual events

March 17, 2017 Editorial Staff

Someone should make a list of all the annual events we have in Cornwall. They’re part of what makes our community unique.

Additional volunteers needed for Victorian Tea

January 27, 2017 Editorial Staff

The third annual Victorian Tea is fast approaching and the organizers are seeking volunteers to assist with a number of items. The tea is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Feb. 19 at St. John’s Episcopal Church. The event will benefit Backpacks for Food (BFF).

Birthday bags bring extra joy to special day

December 23, 2016 Jason Kaplan

About two dozen elementary students can expect a little extra cheer on their birthday thanks to Emily Cucci and her Silver Award project.

Volunteers shoot baskets for BFF

October 28, 2016 Ken Cashman

Volunteers will be shooting baskets at NFA this weekend to raise money for BFF.

BFF provides food for over 70 children

October 14, 2016 Editorial Staff

On Oct. 8, Girl Scouts helped collect food for needy children. It was the second food drive Backpacks for Food has held since the start of the school year.

Capacity crowd attends Victorian tea

February 19, 2016 Jason Kaplan

The second annual Victorian Tea raised $1,700, to help Backpacks For Food (BFF) provide weekend meals for needy students.

Victorian Tea trivia questions

February 18, 2016 Ken Cashman

BFF hosted a Victorian Tea at St. John’s Episcopal Church on Feb. 7. During the event, the following trivia questions were asked…