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By Shawn Ryan shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ Jim Calnon was sworn in as Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh on Jan. 1, and heÕ s doing his best to hit the ground running.

He was administered the oath of office at the auditorium in City Hall by Plattsburgh City Court judge Mark Rogers.

The modest affair included the swearing in of city councilors, and was attended by several dozen people, including family and friends of Calnon and the councilors.

By Thursday, Calnon was already conducting business the way he likes to, in person.

His first day focused on organizing his office, which didn’t even have a phone or a computer on the desk when he

Longtime town clerk retires after four decades.

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Plattsburgh City Court Judge Mark Rogers administers the oath of office to Jim Calnon at the auditorium in City Hall Jan. 1.

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red Kettle campaign comes up short

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A sad ending to a sad story for a Great dane pup.

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shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ It seemed like it was going to be a good year for the Salvation ArmyÕ s Red Kettle campaign, right up until the final tally.

The campaign came up 12 percent short of its goal, and down the same amount from last yearÕ s total, according to Salvation Army Envoy Frank Smith. Ò The bottom line is, the dollar bill and the economy are going in one direction, and the need is going in the other direction. Our mission is to be right in the middle,” said Smith.

But, he says, the Salvation Army will be pressing ahead with their mission nonetheless. They are considering the idea of holding some sort of a fundraiser in July to make up for their shortfall, but have no specifics in place at this time. Ò People donÕ t always realize that when they throw change into that kettle, that can really change peopleÕ s lives,Ó said Sergeant/Major Jim Russell. “Their change makes change in people’s lives.”

Locally the Salvation Army focuses on meeting basic needs such as food and clothing for people in need. They operate a

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shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ The War of 1812 Museum, operated by the Battle of Plattsburgh Association, will be ringing in the New Year with a new museum manager.

Dave Deno, a native of Plattsburgh, will be taking over Jan. 6 from departing director Tammy Brown. Ò It was not an easy decision to make, especially coming into our Bicentennial,” said Brown. “I was offered an opportunity I couldn’t turn down.”

Deno studied at Clinton Community College and SUNY Plattsburgh, earning a BachelorÕ s of Art Degree in History with a minor in English from SUNY Plattsburgh in 2009. He has continued on with social studies education at SUNY Potsdam. He has volunteered his time doing historical work with the Civil Air Patrol and has recently been working toward the establishment of the new Plattsburgh Air Force Base Museum which is expected to open June 7, 2014.

Deno is very excited to take over the day-to-day operation of the museum and the association, as he has always had an interest in history and learned very early on in life that by studying the history of the North Country, one is also studying the history of this nation.

“Our region has played a part in just about every major military conflict that the United States has been involved in. By looking at our own history and its role in national and international historical events, itÕ s easier for us as a community to make con-

nections and relate to those events. These connections are what help us learn about history and allow us to become more historically mindful of what goes on around us,” said Deno. Ò Tammy Brown, our departing museum manager, has done an outstanding job and I have some very big shoes to fill,” said Deno. “In addition to carrying on the successful programs and initiatives that Tammy has managed, my goals include trying to increase volunteer recruitment to better staff our museum and our History Shoppe. I will also continue to look for other monetary avenues that the museum can explore so that we can continue to flourish in these hard economic times. Finally, one of my top priorities is to continue to prepare for the upcoming Bicentennial so that our history can continue to be honored in a way we can be proud of.”

Brown sees the greatest success of her tenure as Ò Bringing our (local) history onto a national level.”

She says that recruiting volunteers for the upcoming Bicentennial will be critical to the success of the event, and she urges anyone who is history-minded and has free time to consider donating a few hours a week to the museum.

“Just have fun with it,” is Brown’s advice to Deno. “Your success is being friendly to the people who come through those doors.”

Brown has taken a position with Essex Pallet and Pellet Company of Keeseville, N.Y. serving as their Sales and Marketing Manager for their newest division: Adirondack Grilling pellets.

She will continue to serve as a volunteer in the Clinton County history community when needed. The Battle of Plattsburgh Association wishes her the best of luck.

22nd annual Yankee Sportsman’s Classic Show upcoming in Vermont Celebrate Vermont’s Hunting and Fishing Heritage, Jan 17 – 19, 2014

ESSEX JUNCTION, VT — The 22nd Annual Yankee Sportsman’s Classic Show will be held Jan. 17 through the Jan. 19 at the Robert E. Miller Expo Center in Essex Junction, Vermont. The three day, 100,000 square foot event brings together 15,000 sportsmen, women and their families from all over to celebrate Vermont’s hunting and fishing heritage.

With nearly 175 exhibitors, there is something for everyone. During this long weekend, attend seminars, check out the latest gear, boats, trucks, tractors, ATVs, RV’s and Harley’s, take advantage of show specials and the truckload sale on Cannon gun safes, talk with wildlife and fisheries experts, and book the hunting or fishing adventure of a lifetime or have your trophy officially scored by the VT Big Game Trophy Club. Many of the greatest whitetails ever taken will be available for viewing as part of the World’s Outstanding Whitetails Collection. The kids can see the Rainforest Reptile Show, try their luck at the catch, and release trout pond take part in the kids archery shoot, BB gun shoot or climb the 20ft rock wall. Everyone will enjoy the hunting dog demonstrations with Alec Sparks and The Let’s Go Fishing Program will help sharpen your youngster’s skills with lure making and knot tying.

With more than 45 free seminars, everyone gets answers to their questions. Whitetail hunting will be presented by nationally acclaimed hunters such as The Benoit Brothers, Hal Blood, The Salerno Brothers, Scott Kirkpatrick, Ken Hammel, and other legends.

Famed Quaker Boy Turkey caller Joe Judd, top predator hunter Bob Howe, bear and moose hunting experts with Big Woods Bucks Pre-Staff, Ice fishing guru James Vladyka among others will all be on hand to share their experiences, tips and tactics to help you become more successful in the woods and on the water.

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department will be presenting on the Vermont deer and moose herd outlook and Vermont’s award winning chef and tournament bass fisherman, Jimmy Kennedy will provide game cooking demonstrations Saturday starting at 3 p.m. You can even learn how to hunt for wild mushrooms with Ari Rockland- Miller. Don’t miss the Fourth Annual Celebrity Whitetail Symposium Saturday at 1 p.m. or the Vermont NWTF Vermont Champion’s Turkey Hunting Symposium Saturday at 3 p.m.

With one in five Vermonters taking to the fields and streams and spending $300 million annually, hunting and fishing is very important to Vermont’s culture and rural economy. Come join the celebration. Tickets are $10 for adults, $3 for children and children under three are free. Show hours: Friday noon – 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free Parking. A portion of the show proceeds benefit Camp-Ta-Kum-Ta. For more information, the entire seminar schedule and seminar speaker information visit yankeeclassic.net or call 802-238-7501.

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Ellenburg Town Clerk retires after 44 years

By Shawn Ryan

shawn@denpubs.com ELLENBURGH Ñ The last time Ellenburgh had a town clerk other than Thelma LaBombard, Richard Nixon was in the White House, gas cost 35 cents a gallon, and a dozen eggs could be had for 62 cents.

LaBombard recently served out her last term, retiring at the age of 80, after 44 years of working out of her converted front porch office in Ellenburgh Center.

“Somehow it just seemed like time,” said LaBombard.

She ran for clerk the first time because a neighbor called her and asked her to. She asked her husband about it, and he said she shouldn’t run. She then called the neighbor back and said she would do it.

While much of her job was issuing various licences, from marriage to hunting licences, she saw the task of recording the minutes of the town meetings as the most important job she had.

Those minutes, she says, become part of the history of the town.

Now LaBombard, by virtue of her lengthy service to the town, is a large part of its history as well.

“They talk about politics. I guess I would rather think of my job as Town Clerk as non-political,” she said. “It’s more a service to the people of the town.”

She’s seen so much of the town’s history first hand, and has kept records of some of the more historic events. In retirement she plans to keep busy organizing and chronicling records for the town, as well as her own records.

She is being succeeded at Town Clerk by Jason Dezan, who will have an office in the town hall building.

The town is holding a dinner in her honor, scheduled for Jan. 19 at 3 p.m. at the Rainbow banquet Hall in Altona.

Pictured at right: Former Ellenburg Town Clerk Thelma LaBombard, in front of her former office in Ellenburg Center.

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Disabled athletes to compete in Empire State Games

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shawn@denpubs.com LAKE PLACID Ñ The only difference between them and other athletes is the gear.

When the Empire State Games come to Lake Placid in February, disabled athletes will be competing in many of the same sports as their non-disabled counterparts. With specially-made adaptive equipment, and equal parts drive and determination, adaptive athletes will compete in cross country skiing, biathlon, alpine skiing and boarder-cross. Sled hockey will be played as an exhibition sport.

Athletes compete in either standing or sitting events, depending on disability. Blind athletes also compete in all the skiing events, including biathlon.

Athletes compete using a point system, similar to the point system used in golf that allows an amateur golfer to compete on equal footing with a better golfer, depending on the degree of their handicap. Someone with a higher spinal injury, for example, would have their time lowered compared with an athlete who had a lower spinal injury, and thus more use of their abdominal muscles.

Blind skiers ski behind a sighted skier, who calls back information about direction and upcoming terrain. Biathletes use a standard biathlon rifle, fitted with a special laser sight. It emits a differing tone based on how close the shooter is to the bulls-eye.

“The key for me is getting out in the woods in the winter. It’s

unparalleled,Ó said Patrick Standen, who skis in a specially made chair built from aircraft aluminum. “I get a special thrill from this activity.”

Standen has been adaptive skiing for 14 years, and has been a driving force for organizing recreational programming and competitive opportunities for people with disabilities. He also competes in countless summer and winter sports, and is the cofounder and board president of the Northeast Disabled Athletic Association.

For David Leach, who has been competing in stand-up cross country skiing since 2011, the reward is similar. Ò The payback is enjoying the outdoors, and being with some really great people,” said Leach. When you get disabled, you can get down and out. This brings you back up.”

Leach lost his lower leg in a motorcycle accident. As he skis around the Nordic Sports Complex at Mount Van Hovenburg, you only know heÕ s an adaptive athlete when he pulls up his right pant leg to show his specially made prosthetic.

The Empire State Games has embraced adaptive athletes, with competitions running in conjunction with the upcoming games.

The US Paralympics National Nordic/Biathlon Ski Team will also be running a Paralympic Development Ski Camp at the Olympic Training Center and the Olympic Sports Complex. Athletes will stay in the Olympic Training Center and will train and compete at Sport Complex venues.

According to Jeff Erenstone, who operates Mountain Orthotics and Prosthetics in Lake Placid and Plattsburgh, some of the adaptive equipment can take months to build, and can cost be-

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started, and meeting with people in and out of government to discuss issues. Ò If I had a choice IÕ d rather be out talking to people, rather than running a city behind a desk by electronics,” he said. “To me, that’s the most important thing I’m going to be able to do over the next three years, is to keep people engaged in the conversation. To me that’s the real job.”

Calnon likes the direction the city is on, and doesnÕ t plan any bold, sweeping initiatives to start off his term. He is looking toward developing the waterfront in several locations. In 2014 he hopes to see a city marina, with some waterfront attractions, as well as land attractions to attract boaters. He foresees improvements to the city beach as well, but doesn’t want to take on too many projects at once.

“We have a little bit longer term goal to develop some things at the city beach.

We’ll be doing some of those things this year. We’re still more in the planning stage than we are implementation. We’re going to do it in steps,” he said.

For downtown, Calnon is looking to continue the momentum started this past summer, lauding both The Strand and First Weekends for their efforts during the past year. Calling what achieved First Weekends a success, he says the coming year will Ò test the mettleÓ of the organization, and see if they are a sustainable force for the future. Having choices in entertainment and recreation is a key to keeping not just the downtown, but all of Plattsburgh vibrant, he said.

He also hopes to keep the synergy with the Town of Plattsburgh moving forward, looking to promote Ò PlattsburghÓ as a recreational and economic destination, and not focusing on strictly city or town.

Whichever tact the city takes over the next three years, it will likely be directed with the personable approach that Mayor Calnon is starting his tenure with.

“I think my job is to be communicator in chief. I think my job is to be cheerleader.

Is my job to handle the nuts and bolts of the city? Absolutely it is. But I think that the real strength of the office will be trying to...encourage it (economic growth) by remaining positive.”

soup kitchen three days a week at their South Catherine St. church. They feed on average between 85 and 125 people at their soup kitchen each of those days. They also operate a thrift store on Montcalm Ave., which provides them with clothing for people in need.

Smith says that although the Red Kettle campaign was less than they hoped for, they are still doing well with their mail appeal, and with people and businesses who just send them checks unsolicited.

SmithÕ s wife, Envoy Belinda Sue Smith, credits the volunteers, and the overall community spirit, for the continued success that the Salvation Army in Plattsburgh has had over the years. Ò This is really a wonderful community,” she said. “You see people work together. I’ve never really seen another community like this.”

The Salvation ArmyÕ s mission, they say, will go on uninterrupted.

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week ago, the seemingly unthinkable happened: marijuana became legal in one of the United States: Colorado.

Today, the governor of New York is rumored to be standing on the precipice of joining 20 other states plus the District of Columbia in legalizing marijuana for medical purposes.

So far, so goodÉ no bodies are littering the street, no crimewaves are crashing on Colorado’s shores, nothing.

In the wake of Colorado, and in the midst of New YorkÕ s potential change, a frank conversation about marijuana prohibition in this country is long overdue. A conversation where neither side is vilified, nobody assumes a moral higher ground, and facts take precedence to conjecture and scare tactics.

In politics, and marijuana prohibition is as political an issue as there ever was, there is an age-old adage: follow the money. The money trail surrounding marijuana and its innocuous cousin hemp is lengthy. During the Colonial Era, every colony grew hemp. According to one report, hemp was the largest agricultural crop worldwide in 1883. The first laws against hemp in this country were pushed by the all-powerful cotton lobby in southern states. Hemp, with its myriad of industrial uses, directly threatened cotton and could be grown almost everywhere.

Over the intervening years, marijuana, and hemp by association, were made illegal both on the state and federal level, mostly on moralistic grounds. Laws prohibiting marijuana reached their first apex in the early 1970s, with both NixonÕ s war on drugs and New YorkÕ s Rockefeller Drug Laws. The 1980s and 1990s saw both laws and sentences for convictions continually ratcheted up and up. These are the facts. One of the areas we should discuss, again openly and honestly, is has this prohibition worked?

In 1937, it was estimated that some 55,000 Americans used marijuana. One recent study determined that 25 million Americans have used marijuana in the past year. A similar proliferation of the number of alcohol drinkers was seen during alcohol prohibition. It’s estimated that during prohibition, there were more speakeasies in New York City than there are bars today. When alcohol prohibition was in effect, it also brought about a tremendous rise in organized crime and spin-off crimes like prostitution, illegal gambling, and narcotic trafficking.

People who associated with the speakeasies to drink were thus exposed to these other crimes.

Alcohol, because of prohibition, was the original gateway drug.

Today the United States incarcerates more people than any country in the world. Not the industrialized world, or the post-modern world, but the world. We incarcerate about

716 people per 100,000 in population, and this number does not count people incarcerated in county jails. For perspective, Cuba incarcerates 510, Rwanda 492, and Russia 484 per 100,000.

The conversation should be had as to whether or not prohibition is working.

So with prohibition so deeply entrenched, who benefits from its continuation? More importantly, do these groups have any political clout?

The repeated wars on drugs waged by politician after politician have ushered in a golden age for police, and their unions, corrections, and their unions, and judges and prosecutors.

The prison-industrial complex in the United States, the largest in the world, would take a direct hit from an end of prohibition. Drugs, primarily marijuana, have fueled a 20-year boom in prison building and staffing. Likewise, from Nixon, through Reagan, Clinton and both Bushes, putting Ò cops on the streetÓ has been a rallying cry, and pumping officers and money into police agencies has been the result. Would any of these groups have the political clout to balk at the idea of ending prohibition?

This leaves the real Ò Big ThreeÓ players in keeping prohibition in effect: alcohol, tobacco and pharmaceuticals.

LetÕ s face it, Americans will self-medicate to some extent. At the end of the day, or sometimes unfortunately in the middle, people will ingest chemicals to help take the edge off. This has been going on since the beginning of time.

Today, it is legally done with a drink or several at the end of the day; a cigarette for those so inclined, or a prescription for a Ò MotherÕ s Little Helper.” These three groups represent possibly the three most powerful lobbying groups in the United States. The pharmaceutical industry, for instance, has in the neighborhood of 1,300 lobbyists in Washington, D.C. alone. If prohibition was to be lifted, and Americans would produce their own self-medication, would these industries potentially suffer? Do they have reason now to pump millions of dollars into keeping prohibition in effect? This is another discussion that should be had.

Colorado ending pot prohibition has finally put the discussion of marijuana on the table, and Americans are discussing the topic en masse from a new perspective for possibly the first time, from a position where facts outweigh moral spin. You simply can’t legislate morality.

We applaud Governor Cuomo for putting the topic on the frontburner in this state as well.

Now we should let facts, and not special interest groups and political spin, rule the day. Ñ Denton Publications Editorial Board

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wage is increased so must the n last weekÕ s paper, our scale for other employees to be editorial board took a increased proportionately. stand on increasing the Our region has not only seen minimum wage. an exodus of employees leaving Making such an adjustment is the area, but also fewer private not nearly as easy as it sounds. employers also. As an employYes, with the pound of the gavel er, income to keep a business and swipe of the pen, a law can afloat has not been plentiful the be enacted to raise the minilast few years. Wage increases mum wage, but the effects on for staff have been hard to the economy and jobs would not Dan Alexander come by, with staff reductions have the effect many are looking Thoughts from and belt-tightening being a way to see.

Behind the Pressline of life over the last few years. It A drastic 45 percent increase would be great if the governin the minimum wage to $10.50 would be as much a shock to the economy as ment could mandate a 45 percent increase in sales to accommodate the mandated inthe Affordable Health Care Act is currently having on the state of health care in our coun- crease in wages, but our free market economy try. Minimum wage is designed as an entry- doesn’t work that way. If a business cannot afford increased labor costs, they must look to level starting point. This country was built on capitalism and a supply and demand ap- cut costs elsewhere or risk their lifeÕ s savings trying to hang on for better times. If neither of proach to the cost of everything. those options are viable, their last option is to You might say shame on employers who keep hardworking employees at minimum close their doors.

In my younger years, I worked at 85 perwage, but if there wasnÕ t an over abundance of supply -- in other words, employees will- cent of minimum wage as was allowed at the ing to fill those positions -- employers would time for students to earn some money, gain be forced to increase the wage in order to fill some experience in the workforce and learn those jobs and keep employees who have a the value of paying your own way. I learned proven value. In turn, employees need to un- quickly in my job at the supermarket bagging groceries that performance was my ticket to derstand that minimum wage is an entry-level job that generally requires little skill. Employ- improved hours, wages and opportunities.

Our system must never lose sight of that simees take these jobs to develop skills that will ple and basic principle. allow them to seek higher paying positions.

I would strongly support improvements Many companies have positions that can be handled by those with few skills and are will- to the minimum wage laws provided it was fair to both employer and employee. It must ing to operate with a revolving door of people coming and going. Their business plans are also provide incentive that encourages both employer and employee to advance equally. built on the premise that anyone can do the job and they will not pay more than the mini- Employers should not be allowed to keep employees on a minimum wage for any longer mum required by law because even the most than 18 months. If the employee hasn’t proven talented person canÕ t do the labor-intensive job much better regardless of how long they their worth in that period of time, the employer would be forced to either raise the wage to choose to retain the position.

Now before you tar and feather me, please the next mandated level or cut the employee understand my point. The major problem loose to find a job they could excel at with an with minimum wage is that it hasnÕ t kept pace employer who valued their employment.

There are employers who value and reward over the years and it can’t be fixed all at once hard work and initiative. There are also emwithout upsetting the economy and having ployers who take advantage of their employdevastating affects on the workforce.

New York, Vermont and other states have ees. There are also employees who squander taken the right approach to the minimum opportunities given them. No rule of law will wage issue by not waiting for the federal gov- ever substitute for those who chose to game the system nor should the rule of law reward ernment to act. These states adopted modest adjustments each year to provide employers those who look to do any less than their very the opportunity to adjust the rates of the prod- best, be they employer or employee. ucts and services they offer in order to accomDan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denton modate the increased wages. It also allows Publications. He may be reached at dan@denpubs. for accommodation up the line so as the base com.

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Style & Substance: on facing your alter ego Dear style & substance: Do you think that we all have an alter ego? I feel like I am trying constantly to suppress Ò the other way I feelÓ to go along with Ò what is required.Ó My hoped for life often times feels more real to me than my real life. I hope your insights will help me figure this out.

Our answer is YES…and NO! We believe the dark and light versions of the self can live together. It is nice to think that we might have a better, braver version of ourselves lurking in the shadowsÉ but the thought of a not-so- nice, not-so-easy to get along with version of ourselves can be so scary we often suppress or ignore this side of ourselves. This internal struggle is universal Ð as a starting point in your exploration, we suggest you see Ò The Secret Life of Walter MittyÓ currently playing at local theatres. It is based on the short story by James Thurber and explores one man’s quest to bring forth his braver, yet somewhat darker and more reckless version of himself.

We can see our alter ego as a hero type, who steps up and saves the day or is careful to not leave good things left unsaid OR as a franker, less appealing version of ourselves.

Carl Jung wrote extensively about the shadow self; one of many thoughts he shared on this topic is as follows: Ò Unfortunately there can be no doubt that man is, on the whole, less good than he imagines himself or wants to be. Everyone carries a shadow, and the less it is embodied in the individual’s conscious life, the blacker and denser it is.”

The less we acknowledge the darker part of ourselves, the darker it becomes, so like Jung, we say, welcome it in to your life.

We are not black and white, even though it would be easier to manage; it is the gray areas that make us unique. We agree that it is frightening to uncover these suppressed feelings, judgments or emotions, but know those feelings will emerge badly in some way; if not recognized. YOU control your actions when you are highly aware of how you truly feel!

If you believe your alter ego to be more heroic than you could comfortably act out, you may see that finding genuine communication to say what Ò you wished you had saidÓ will make relationships more meaningful and heartfelt. An “after note”,

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• Inch toward what you would really like to say or do incrementally; all at once might get too much attention or come out wrong. Trying out expressing how you feel in writing or through a touch or expression will make the words come easier, when you are ready.

• Don’t feel the need to apologize for honest, well-delivered words. People may be surprised if you are finally truly expressing, but they may be the healing and communicative balm that the relationship needed; like ripping the band aid off to see what is really there!

If your intentions are honest and good, being Ò predictably unpredictableÓ is maybe what you are seekingÉ a little of the old self, mixed in with the new and changing self! That is a great way to start the New Year!

follow-up conversation is usually very well received… .“I was thinking about our talk and really wanted to add something I had thought about afterÉ Ó So, where to start?

• Keep calm and be quiet: Pay attention to the whispering that you hear, the commentary that is nagging at you, that alter ego that is wanting to be heard! Recognizing it doesn’t mean that you need to share it with others, just listen and begin to evaluate these thoughts and signs. There are “certain ways” that we know we should behave, but there are also ways to share what you are feeling in a calm and acceptable manner.

• Ask yourself this question…“What do I want to do that I am not doing now?Ó Allow this answer to push you forward through the fears that are keeping you wondering if this is all there is in life! Answering this question can ultimately bring you to a place of greater satisfaction if you are willing to explore the complexities of your whole self: light/dark, yin/yang, old/new.

• And this question, “Have I boxed MYSELF in to “what is required” and not given MYSELF permission to change? Hmmmm, it may not be others holding you back, it could by you.

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PERU Ñ Jake is one of three kittens who were born to a community cat in Rouses Point. A concerned citizen was able to capture the kittens, alter them and socialize them as much as possible. When Jake and his two brothers arrived at the shelter they were all very afraid and wanted to hide. After only a few days of care and handling by the staff they quickly learned to accept strangers. Jake is a quirky young kitten who enjoys exploring every nook and cranny of his new “home”;. He is litter trained, is current on age appropriate vaccinations, has been altered and has tested negative for FeLV and FIV; he is ready to go to his new home as his two brothers have.

Come in and meet this adorable kitten that loves to play and chase the laser light!

Saint is a gorgeous young lab mix who is just a really big puppy. This poor dog was seized from his owners by the Clinton County Sheriff

Reader got meaning of cartoon wrong To the Burgh: I may be wrong, but I believe Mr. Gardner’s interpretation of the political cartoon published in the Burgh on 12/20/2013 (Ò Bigoted CartoonÓ , Burgh, Letters to the Editor, 1/4/2014) was in error. My view of that cartoon was that it underscored the gross hypocrisy of some large corporations that, while showing disregard for any morality whatsoever by wreaking havoc on their community (for example, by underpaying their workers and polluting the environment), they would take advantage of any opportunity they had to NOT provide health care insurance to their employees by pretending to be bound by some moral or religious belief.

If we, as a country, had elected to provide our citizens with universal health care as the healthier developed countries of the world have, we wouldnÕ t be struggling with all these difficult legal and religious nuances of Obamacare. (But we would likely be struggling with an angry medical insurance industry.) Nevertheless, Obamacare does not “curtail religious freedomÓ it only tries to make sure that organizations and individuals providing medical care to the general public do not discriminate in the care they provide based on their own religious beliefs. That would be tantamount to forcing one’s religious beliefs on another person. Lawsuits currently before the Federal Courts are attempting to untangle some of these areas of confusion and contention.

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Department due to neglect and cruelty. On 11/26/13 he was taken to the vet and was diagnosed as emaciated at 35 pounds and full of coccidia and round worms. He was brought to Elmore SPCA where he received treatment and has made a full recovery.

We are very happy to say that Saint has been given a clean bill of health and is ready to find his forever home!

Saint is very quick to duck when anyone, especially men, move their hands quickly. He is responding very well to clicker training and is very happy to please his people. Using positive reinforcement staff has taught him that contact with people means a nice treat or petting. He is very smart and is learning very quickly. Come in and meet this active and outgoing dog. We are working on his loose leash skills and he does very well with a thunder leash. He is the quintessential lab and needs plenty of exercise and play time. Saint is current on vaccinations, has tested negative for heart worm and will be able to go home after he is neutered.

A sad update to a sad story

By Shawn Ryan

shawn@denpubs.com SARANAC Ñ Not every story has a happy ending.

In our Dec. 28 edition, Denton Publications reported on Raspy, a Great Dane puppy who was in need of emergency surgery in order to survive a severe birth defect. Unfortunately, Raspy did not make it. During surgery, his heart simply stopped beating. He had a bad case of pnemonia going into the surgery, along with his other medical problems, and was just too sick to pull through.

As they have so many times in the past, people from the North Country and beyond have stepped up to help Raspy, and have been sending money to the Saranac Veterinary Clinic to help with his surgery and recovery. Dr. Hannah McCormick said they have been trying to return the moneys they have collected, but most people have asked them simply to keep it.

McCormick has set up the Raspy Fund with the donated money, in order to have some emergency money on hand should this type of time critical emergency happen to a puppy or kitten in the future.

Submit items for publication to Shawn Ryan at shawn@ denpubs.com or online at www.northcountryman.com

Raspy was curious, full of life, and a puppy through and through.

Photo by Shawn Ryan

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Renouned organist to perform at Strand PLATTSBURGH — On Saturday, Jan. 18, the North Country Cultural Center for the Arts (NCCCA) will present the second Silent Film Organ Concert in The Strand Theatre.

The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. and this time Clark Wilson will be featured at the console. Mr. Wilson is one of the most prominent and recognized scorers of silent photoplays in America today. Leonard Maltin referred to him as a “Master of silent film and showman of the first order.” He works exclusively with the organ in developing accurate and historic musical accompaniments as they were performed in major picture palaces during the heyday of the silent film.

Wilson began his scoring career in 1980 and has successfully toured North America with hundreds of film presentations at performing arts centers, theatres, film festivals, and conventions.

He is the organist of choice for many of the American Theatre Organ Society’s international convention silent film presentations, and he has scored pictures for Kino International for public DVD release.

Wilson will be playing on the Plattsburgh Wurlitzer which was donated to The Strand in 2005. It is one of just over one hundred that remain in public theatres in the United States, out of over 2,500 built originally. Painstakingly restored by a team of volunteers and professionals, the organ has been meticulously preserved with no alterations, making it one of just 21 remaining unaltered Wurlitzer organs left in the world.

“The first Silent Film Concert debuting the Plattsburgh Wurlitzer organ at the Strand Theatre was a huge success,Ó said Leigh Mundy the NCCCA Board President. “There wasn’t a seat left in the house, so we’re advising folks to buy tickets early.”

The feature film will be Buster Keaton’s Seven Chances. It is a 1925 American comedy silent film directed by and starring Buster Keaton, based on a play written by Roi Cooper Megrue,

produced in 1916 by David Belasco. Additional cast members include T. Roy Barnes, Snitz Edwards and Ruth Dwyer. A very young Jean Arthur, who actually hailed from Plattsburgh, NY, has an uncredited supporting role.

Advance tickets are $15 for NCCCA members and $20 for non-members. Tickets at the Strand Box office are $25 and will be on sale at 6 p.m. on the evening of the 18th. House doors will open at 6:30 p.m. To purchase tickets and for more information call: 518-563-1604 or stop by the North Country Cultural Center for the Arts during regular business hours.

Clark Wilson, who will be performing at the Strand Theatre Jan 18.

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MLK Day of Service planned PLATTSBURGH Ñ Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the King Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities. The MLK Day of Service is a part of United We Serve, the PresidentÕ s national call to service initiative. It calls for Americans from all walks of life to work together to provide solutions to the nation’s most pressing problems.

The North Country Regional Volunteer Center operated by the United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. along with the SUNY colleges in the region are remembering Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday Jan. 20, 2014) by promoting volunteerism throughout Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties.

The North Country Regional Volunteer Center and the following SUNY Colleges will be doing a Ò Basic Needs DriveÓ from Jan. 20, 2014 to Feb. 3, 2014: SUNY Plattsburgh, Clinton Community College, North Country Community College, SUNY Potsdam, and SUNY Canton. Some items being collected are Coats, Scarves, Hats, Mittens, socks, Pajamas, Lines, Personal hygiene items, Baby items, etc. These items will be distributed to LOCAL agencies in the 7 counties. You may drop these items off at the following locations: SUNY Plattsburgh (Center for Student Involvement Angell College Center), Clinton Community College (Director of Campus Life Moore Building 140), North Country Community College (Office of Campus & Student Life), SUNY Potsdam (collections will be made door to door), SUNY Canton (Student Activities Office Miller Campus Center 211) and United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc. (45 Tom Miller Road, Plattsburgh).

If you or your organization is interested in applying the application can be found at www.unitedwayadk.org under the News Release tab, or you can contact Kathy Snow at 518563-0028 or Kathy@unitedwayadk.org.

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50th Anniversary of Smoking Report of the total decline in adult smoking is attributable to youth prevention strategies. The significant reduction in smoking among young adults will reduce future health care costs by approximately $5 billion.

Locally the Reality Check program led by Dana Isabella empowers youth to find their voice and fight against the marketing tactics of the tobacco industry. Walls of cigarettes in pharmacies and convince stores send youth the message that cigarettes are not as harmful, normal, and readily available. Ò When you go to make your purchase you are inundated with an entire wall of cigarettes and ads. Imagine what this looks like to a kid. You are repeatedly being told to smoke. It is no different than watching TV and seeing a toy you are being told you must have if you want to be a happy kid.” Says Diane Chanowsky, community advocate. Ò We need to remove all the advertising from the windows and take cigarettes away from point of sale areas. It’s harmful. It kills. It’s wrong.”

In New York State, the smoking rate for middle school students has declined to 3.1 percent and the smoking rate for high school students has declined to 11.9 percent. The adult smoking rate has been reduced to 16.2 percent, but is much higher in some parts of the state. In Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties the average adult smoking rate is as high as 30 percent. Local tobacco control advocates are fighting diligently to reduce local averages to those of the rest of the state.

PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Board of Directors of Northern Insuring Agency, Inc has announced the promotion of Jason Bruce to Associate Vice President of the Corporation effective Jan. 1, 2014.

Jason joined Northern Insuring in 2008 and was most recently the Director of Information Technology. In this role Jason is primarily responsible for providing outstanding customer Jason Bruce service through efficient management and oversight of NIAÕ s information infrastructure. He possesses an outstanding work ethic and is consistently forward thinking about what is best for the clients and employees of Northern Insuring. Ò I am extremely proud to announce this appointmentÓ said Deena Giltz McCullough, Northern Insuring Agency, president and CEO. “Jason is a team player, approachable and consistent. He has many talents including contributing fresh ideas that contribute to agency efficiency and growth. We are proud to have Jason on our team.”

Northern Insuring celebrates their 84th anniversary in June and specializes in Business, Personal and Life Insurance and Employee Benefits Services.

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PLATTSBURGH Ñ Local tobacco control advocates are drawing attention today to the tremendous health and financial burden caused by tobacco use in Plattsburgh.

The United States Surgeon General says tobacco marketing is a cause of tobacco use. Today, the 32nd Report on Smoking and Health was released in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the first Smoking and Health report released in January 1964. This report was the first report to the American public that identified smoking as a cause of lung cancer in men.

The Surgeon GeneralÕ s 32nd Report on Smoking and Health, released today, provides new findings on the health effects of smoking along with a call to end the continuing tobacco use epidemic. In New York, tobacco use remains the leading cause of premature death and disease, with the highest smoking rates among the poorest New Yorkers who disproportionately suffer the deadly consequences of tobacco use.

New York State is a leader in tobacco control with strong clean indoor air laws, the highest tobacco taxes in the nation; smoke-free outdoor laws, youth prevention initiatives, and cessation programs that together have led to substantial reductions in smoking rates among adults and youth. However, more than 25,000 New Yorkers still die every year due to tobacco use.

The New York State Tobacco Control Program effectively reduces tobacco use, saves lives and saves money. The Department of Health estimates that approximately 35 percent

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Friday, Jan. 10 LAKE PLACID — Gallery opening for “Phone Art: Communicating Through the Air” at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts (LPCA). 5pm, call 518-523-2512 for detailed info.

PLATTSBURGH — Twittle. 10pm. Ridley’s 37 Court Street. 518-324-2200 for info.

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PLATTSBURGH — Hayley Jane and The Primates will perform. The Monocle, 7pm. 7 Protection Ave. 518-563-2222 for details.

SARANAC LAKE — Reception for “Down on the Farm”, an exhibit featuring farms, barns and anything related to rural living. 5-7pm, all are welcome. Includes refreshments. Adirondack Artists Guild, 52 Main Street. Runs ‘til Mon, Feb 3.

Saturday, Jan. 11 CHAMPLAIN — The Northern Lights Square Dance Club is set to boogie down at the Northeastern Clinton County School (NCCS) from 7:30-10pm with caller Bob LaBounty and cuer Carl Trudo. 103 Route 276. Enter at back of school. Call 518-2366919 for more info.

ESSEX — Start the weekend out on a limber note with Saturday yoga at Lake Champlain Yoga & Wellness. 10-11:15am with instructor Michelle Maron. Call 518727-7014 for details.

LAKE PLACID — Singer/songwriter Maribyrd to perform with bluegrass outfit Byrdgrass at BBQ joint Smoke Signals, 9pm. No cover. 2489 Main St. Call 518-5232271 for more info.

Image: “Abandoned Ray Brook Farm,” photograph on metal by Eleanor Sweeney.

Down on the Farm, Fri, Jan 10

SARANAC LAKE — Since its inception in 1997, over 30 regional fine artists have participated in the Adirondack Artists Guild and the work displayed in the gallery, say the curators, continues to express the vitality and quality of fine art in the Adirondacks.

Operating as a cooperative membership that shares costs, chores and collaborative input, visitors to the Saranac Lake creative center can often find members at work in the gallery, from painting to organizing to simply enjoying good conversation with friends.

Tonight marks the opening reception of their latest exhibit “Down on the Farm”, a showcase featuring farms, barns and anything related to rural living.

5-7pm, all are welcome to attend and learn more about how each of the local guild’s 14 members came up with their unique interpretations of rustic living.

Includes refreshments. 52 Main Street. Runs ‘til Mon, Feb 3.

Vermeer & Music, Sat, Jan 11

LAKE PLACID — Lake Placid Center for the Arts (LPCA) to begin new Exhibition OnScreen film series with Vermeer & Music: The Art of Love and Leisure, a cinematic depiction of screen images from the new Vermeer room at the Metropolitan Museum of Art that features all five of the museum’s Vermeer paintings hanging together for the first time. Also featured are galleries in Washington, Amsterdam and the Hague paired with commentary that seeks to explore masterpieces such as the iconic ‘Girl With the Pearl Earring’ as well as to probe the life of the man who created them. 1pm, $12/5 (adults/ students).

LAKE PLACID — Join the Bookstore Plus in Lake Placid for their Second Saturday Storytime. Today’s topic: polar bears with stories and a craft. 10am, free. For more info, visit thebookstoreplus.com or call 518-523-2950. 2491 Main Street.

LAKE PLACID — You may remember the Dutch painter Johan Vermeer from such masterpieces as “The Milkmaid,” “The Girl With the Pearl Earring” and his other famous depictions of tranquil domesticity. See sidebar for detailed event info. Tickets are available by calling the LPCA Box Office at 518-523-2512 or by visiting them online at lakeplacidarts.org.

LAKE PLACID — Winter Trails Day is a nationwide, family friendly event allowing kids and adults the opportunity to try snowshoeing and crosscountry skiing for free with the goal of helping participants discover winter sports and their benefits.

Approximately 11,000 participants in 100 locations will get out on the snow at this year’s event. Heart Lake Program Center, Adirondak Loj. 10am-8pm, free.

PERU — St. Augustine Knights of Columbus Council 7273 will host a spaghetti dinner to raise funds for charity. All you can eat spaghetti, salad, Italian bread and desert. 4:30-6:30pm, $7.50/$2.50 (adults/kids). Free for kids five and under, $20/family maximum. Take-outs available.

PERU — Benefit dinner to raise funds for the Sussdorf Family for medical expenses. Includes silent auction, 50-50 bake sale, raffle, magician, live music and more. Murphy’s Bar, 1pm. $5. To donate auction items or money, call 518-536-2612.

225 Route 27B. PLATTSBURGH — Strange Brew, 11pm. Olive Ridley’s 37 Court Street. 518324-2200 for info.

PLATTSBURGH — The Snacks will perform. The Monocle, 7pm. 7 Protection Ave. 518-563-2222 for details.

SARANAC LAKE — Non-profit community center Adirondack Carousel to host a book signing and reception for the release of the the “First Annual Adirondack Carousel Coloring Book,” a project designed and illustrated by youth artists from the Saranac Lake High School’s Drawing and Painting Class under the direction of teacher John “Doc” Ward. The 32-page coloring book includes illustrations of each of the center’s 24 animals carved for the Carousel including the fully handicap accessible Chris Craft boat. 11am-1pm, 2 Depot Street. For more info, contact 518891-9521 or visit adirondackcarousel.org.

Image: Cast members of Legally Blonde: The Musical share a moment on Broadway in 2011.

Legally Blonde Auditions: Sun, Jan 12

ELIZABETHTOWN — Elizabethtown Social Center to hold auditions for its 2014 production, Legally Blonde: The Musical. Music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe. From the organizers: “Based on the novel Legally Blonde by Amanda Brown and the 2001 film of the same name, the show tells the story of Elle Woods, a sorority girl from California who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend. She discovers how her knowledge of the law can help others, and successfully defends exercise queen Brooke Wyndham in a murder trial. Legally Blonde, the musical will be directed by Susan Hughes, with choreography by Karin E. DeMuro and musical accompaniment by Kerry Mero.” 1-5pm today and tomorrow from 6:30-9pm. Call 873-6408 to schedule a different time. Performances will be March 28–30. While the production is for students Grade 7 and up, all community members are invited to audition — the show features roles for all ages. Audition packets are available at the Social Center or in the ELCS Music Room. Those auditioning will be asked to sing a song of their choosing and to read from the script..

Thursday, Jan. 16 ESSEX — Thursday Vinyasa/Flow Yoga, Lake Champlain Yoga, 2310 Main Street, 10-11:15 a.m. $12. 963-4300.

LAKE PLACID — Enjoy a relaxed evening of Broadway show tunes, classic jazz standards, popular oldies and more as the LCPA celebrates the tenure of Box Office Manager and local theatre fixture Matt Sorensen as he prepares to ship off to grad school. Organizers: “From Rogers & Hart, Gershwin and Sondheim to George Benson, Elton John and Josh Groban, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

Matt Sorensen will offer up a varied selection of tunes with accompaniment by NYC based musician, actor and cabaret performer Kenney M. Green. 7:30pm, $15 with all proceeds going towards Sorensen’s grad school expenses. Call LPCA Box Office at 518-523-2512 for reservations or purchase tickets online at lakeplacidarts.org.

WESTPORT — Westport Federated Church to host a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner.

Serving starts 4:30pm with take-outs available: $9/$4 (adults/children 12 and under). Support the local food pantry by bringing non-perishable food for the food basket. 6486 Main St. (Stone Church)

Friday, Jan. 17 LAKE PLACID — The Winter Games Memories & Memorabilia community event will be held at the High Peaks Resort from 5:30-9:30pm. This festival-style event is free and will include storytelling from regional historians alongside a public screening of a rare promotional film for the 1980 Olympic Winter Games in Lake Placid.

The event will feature a showcase of 1980 Winter Games memorabilia complete with “antiques roadshow”-style appraisers, documented by Mountain Lake PBS for an upcoming program to be aired shortly after the event. Those with 1980 Games collectibles are encouraged to bring them along. Contact Lori Fitzgerald at 518523-4411 or send her an email at lfitzgerald@highpeaksresort.com for more info.

PLATTSBURGH — Ashley Kollar and Liz Chaskey to perform. 37 Court Street.

518-324-2200 for info.

Saturday, Jan. 18 LAKE PLACID — The Lake Placid Center for the Arts to present encore screening of National Theatre Live’s Frankenstein starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller. $16/$14/$10 (adults/LPCA Members/students). Call LPCA Box Office at 518-523-2512 for tickets or purchase them online at lakeplacidarts.org.

PLATTSBURGH — North Country Cultural Center for the Arts (NCCCA) to present the second Silent Film Organ Concert in The Strand Theatre. Tonight’s flick: Buster Keaton’s 1925 comedy Seven Chances. Clark Wilson, one of the most prominent and recognized scorers of silent photoplays in America today, will be featured at the console. Organizers: “Wilson works exclusively with the organ in developing accurate and historic musical accompaniments as they were performed in major picture palaces during the heyday of the silent film.” 7pm, $25/$20/$15 (door/nonmembers/NCCCA members). Doors open at 6:30 pm. For ticketing and additional info, call 518-563-1604 or stop by the NCCCA during regular business hours: 23 Brinkerhoff St, closed on Mondays.

SARANAC LAKE — BluSeed Studios to host poetry reading, “Fire in the Stove Pipe,” an evening of winter poetry readings hosted by Craig Milewski alongside three young local poets, Jesse Patrick, Katie Trudeau and Mason Wagner. From the organizers: “These young poets have emerged through programs developed by the Adirondack Center for Writing and BluSeed Studios is the perfect venue for sharing their works with the community at a time of year when a person can get a little squirrely. Indeed, in the depth of an Adirondack winter, poetry can serve the community. Poems are like moments of illumination among quiet hours, jolting sparks in the darkness, or threads of calm sanity on the journey through winter.” All are warmly invited to this evening gathering to celebrate the fire: 24 Cedar Street, 7:30pm, $5 suggested donation. Call 518-891-3799 for more info.

WILLSBORO — Join the Willsboro Coffee House in celebrating their 20th season with acoustic folk singers Blanchard, Vicaro and Sonnet. Willsboro Congregational Church on Route 22. 7pm, $5/$2 (adults/kids). Includes refreshments. Call 518-963-7772 for more info.

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LAKE PLACID — Wing Chun Kung Fu Classes, 462 Averyville Lane, 10-11 a.m.

524-1834 or email ipmanwingchunlp@gmail.com.

CHAZY — Autism Alliance of NENY and Cumberland 12 to sponsor a “sensoryfriendly” showing of “Walking with Dinosaurs” at American Legion Post 769. Lights will remain on, sound will be turned down and there will be no previews. 10am, $9/$5 (kiddie combo). Cash or check only, 9509 State Route 9.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Elizabethtown Social Center will hold auditions for its 2014 production, Legally Blonde: The Musical, 1-5pm today and tomorrow from 6:30-9pm. Call 873-6408 to schedule a different time. Performances: March 28–30.

UPPER JAY — “January Jams” at the Upper Jay Art Center’s Recovery Lounge sees performers of all levels perform at the converted automobile factory. 2-6pm, call 518-946-8315 for details.

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UPPER JAY — “January Jams” at the Upper Jay Art Center’s Recovery Lounge sees performers of all levels perform at the converted automobile factory. Guests can expect dim lighting, old furniture and art exhibitions on the second floor.

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For additional information, call Pete DeMola at 873-6368 ex 213.

SARANAC LAKE — BluSeed Studios, a non-profit organization that aims to offer space for experimental creative pursuits, is encouraging all artists and media to start submitting their abstract works today (‘til Saturday) for inclusion in “Abstraction,” their second annual juried art competition that will be juried on Sunday, Jan. 19 and potentially displaying beginning on Friday, Jan. 24. If you think you’ve got what it takes, contact the studio at 518-891-3799 or fire off an email to admin@bluseedstudios.org for a copy of the prospectus. Cash prizes and Honorable Mentions will be awarded at the discretion of Juror Linda Sweeney.

LAKE PLACID — The Lake Placid Public Library will offer a free intro to File Explorer and the iPad starting at 2pm. A tutorial on how to handle different kinds of Microsoft files, save them and find them again will be offered by Chris Lawrence from 10am ‘til noon; the iPad segment runs from noon ‘til 2pm and is set to cover the basics, from downloading apps to maximizing speed and memory and setting up accounts. Free. To register, call 523.3200.

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Freestyle skiiers descend on Placid, Wilmington for World Cup Last chance to qualify for Sochi

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com LAKE PLACID Ñ Before the sporting world shifts its attention towards Russia next month for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Lake Placid and Wilmington will take center-podium as they host the FIS USANA Freestyle World Cup from Jan. 15-18.

This is the final World Cup event before several nations, including the United States, submit their Olympic team rosters to the International Olympic Committee by Sunday, Jan. 19.

Over 150 athletes from 25 countries will participate in this dangerous-yet-enthralling form of competitive skiing that encompasses a half-dozen disciplines that fall into two main branches.

Aerials and moguls, the more traditional subset, sees skiers attempt to execute a series of complicated moves and maneuvers down specially-graded inclines studded with small protuberances, both man-made and natually occuring, called Ò mogulsÓ while aerials sees competitors launching themselves off steep snow-packed ramps before somersaulting Ñ like diving, but with skis — into the glittering white abyss below. Competitors receive a score based three criteria Ñ jump takeoff, jump form and landing — by a panel of judges. Those with the most World Cup point totals throughout the circuit become champs and have a better chance of making the Olympic teams.

The newer freeskiing branch called Ò new school,Ó a spin-off that borrows as much from skateboarding and BMX as is does

from traditional skiing with events like the halfpipe and slopestyle that surged in popularity in the late-1990s, are not included in the World Cup’s competitive slate.

Freestyle skiing in general is a relatively late newcomer to the winter sports arsenal. The Switzerland-based International Ski Federation (FIS) first recognized it as a sport in 1979, held the inaugural World Cup series the following year and spearheaded the first world championship in 1986. Mogul and aerials were added to Winter Olympics in the mid-1990s, with mogul competitors debuting in the 1992 Albertville Games and aerial following two years later at Lillehammer.

Lake Placid and Wilmington have hosted the annual championship for 27 years in a row and it has become one of the most high-profile events on the region’s winter event schedule. Ò ItÕ s a huge deal for us,Ó said Jon Lundin, a representative of ORDA, the state facility that hosts the competition. “It’s a great way for Lake Placid, Wilmington and Whiteface to showcase everything that we have offer.”

Athletes will compete in a series of events all week starting with the mogul competitions on Wednesday, Jan. 15, a week that will culminate with the aerials finals at the Olympic Jumping Complex on Saturday night.

Lundin said he expects a crowd of 4,000 to attend the bonfirelit event replete with live music from local acoustic jam outfit Annie in the Water that will be broadcast nationally on NBC in an hour-long special.

“Watching these athletes soar 60 feet in the air — twisting, turning and doing somersaults Ñ is an unbelievable athletic

achievement and is great to watch,” said Lundin.

Locally-based participants include four-time World Cup mogul champ and defending 2010 Women’s Olympic Mogul Champion Hannah Kearney and womenÕ s aerial contender Ashley Caldwell.

Kearney, who grew up in Vermont and now lives and trains part of the year in Lake Placid, is attempting to become the first freestyle skier to win multiple Olympic gold medals. She won 16 straight mogul World Cups from Jan. 2011 to Feb. 2012 and finished second in last Saturday’s Calgary World Cup. She competes this year while on the mend from sustaining severe injuries in an Oct. 2012 training accident in Zermatt, Switzerland, in which she broke two ribs and sustained several internal injuries. Kearney returned to the World Cup circuit last year and won six of 10 events including the World Championship.

Athletes start training on Monday and Tuesday (the public is welcome to attend), with mogul events kicking off in earnest on Wednesday at Whiteface. Aerial inspections and training start on Thursday at the Olympic Jumping Complex.

OBITUARIES ANNE PULSIFER JUL 26, 1956 - JAN 05, 2014 Elizabethtown ceased by her father and one Anne Pulsifer, 57, died Sunbrother Donald Mousseau. day January 5th 2014 at She was known as "Auntie CVPH Medical center surAnne" by her many nieces rounded by her family. She and nephews and was an was born on July avid gardener 26th 1956 in Elizwith a special abethtown NY, love for her flowthe daughter of er beds. She enBarney and Rose joyed spending Anna (LeClair) time with her 10 Mousseau. grand dogs. She Anne is survived loved to see the by her husband sunrise on the of 39 years Donbeach and had a ald Pulsifer of smile and laugh Elizabethtown, that will never one daughter be forgotten. and son in law Chrissy and A funeral mass will be conJoe Olsen of Eutawville, SC, ducted By Father Francis Flyone son Donald Jr. of Lewis, nn 11AM Thursday January her mother Rose Anna 9th at St Elizabeth's Catholic Mousseau of Elizabethtown, Church in Elizabethtown. five brothers and sister in Burial will be in the church laws, Dan and Kristen cemetery at a later date.

Mousseau of Elizabethtown, Donations in Anne's memory Paul and Donna Mousseau of may be made to the AmeriRancho Cucamonga, CA, Jefcan Cancer Society, Memorifery and Linda Mousseau of al Processing Center, 6725 Summerville SC, Curtis and Lyons St. PO box 7, East Holly Mousseau of Lewis, Syracuse, NY 13047 Eric and Jennifer Mousseau W.M.Marvins Sons funeral of Evansville IN, one sister home in Elizabethtown is in and brother in law, Lori and charge of arrangements.

Tom Wildey of Fairport NY, For online condolences and several nieces, nephews please visit and cousins. She was predewww.wmmarvins.com MARY T JERDO AUG 25, 1930 - DEC 27, 2013 WESTPORT Nancy and Robert Marsh of Mary T Jerdo, 83, of WadPine Az.; grandchildren and hams, died Friday Dec 27, their spouses, Scott and Emi2013, peacefully with her ly Brankman, Matthew family by her side after a Brankman and Emma Gibbs , long illness.

Nathan and EriShe was born ca Meaker, LizAugust 25 1930, beth and Paul in Willsboro NY, Darmetko, the daughter of Robert Marsh, Thomas and Dustin and Erin Elizabeth Marsh, Aimee ((Carey) Sheeand David han.

Lopez, Karli Mary was a Marsh, 11 great homemaker who grandchildren, loved sewing for one sister Alice her girls and as Johnson of the girls got into school, she Plattsburgh and several enjoyed helping to chaperone nieces and nephews. She was many of the Westport Cenpredeceased by her parents tral School class trips. She aland one brother Thomas so liked traveling with the seSheehan. nior citizens groups. She enCalling hours were held joyed quilting, knitting and Tuesday December 31st 2013 crafts and was an avid reader from 1-2 PM with Father Flyand crossword puzzler. But nn conducting a service at most of all she loved her fam2PM at W.M.Marvins Sons ily, especially her grand chilfuneral home in Elizabethdren and great grandchiltown. Burial will be in the dren. She was a communispring. cant of St Philip Neri of Memorial donations may be Westport, NY. made to the Westport EmerShe is survived by her husgency Squad or Wadhams band of 63 years, Robert JerVolunteer Fire Department, do of Wadhams, three N Main St, Westport NY daughters Louise Jerdo and 12993. For online condocompanion Tim Quain of lences please visit http://ww Dannemora, Carol and James w.wmmarvins.com/ Meaker of Elizabethtown,

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MOTORCYCLES 2010 HONDA STATELINE 1500 Miles, Black, Factory Custom Cruiser, 312 CC $7,800 518-5698170 WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1 -500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3 -400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 2002 COACHMAN MIRADA self contained, 24,840 miles, clean & runs great, Asking $16,800. 518846-7337

BOATS 14 SECTIONS OF 8’ Pressured treated boat docking w/ latter, adjustable hight stands, excellent condition, Also 12x14 Floating Raft w/latter. 518-563-3799 or 518-563-4499 Leave Message.

16’ CENTER CONSOLE FIBERGLASS SCOUT BOAT, 50hp & 6hp Yamaha motors, Humming chart & depth plotter, trailer & cover. $10,500. 518-4834466 1968 LAUNCH Dyer 20’ Glamour Girl, Atomic 4 inboard engine, 30HP, very good condition. Safe, reliable, spacious, ideal camp boat. Reasonable offers considered. Located in Essex, NY. 802503-5452 1977 156 GLASTRON Boat with 70 HP Johnson motor, with trailer, excellent condition. $2500. 518359-8605 1980 18 1/2 FT. Century Cuddy Cabin, 120 HP I/O, trailer, GPS depth finder, down rigger, plus. $2400 OBO. 518-963-8220 or 518 -569-0118 2001 SUPRA SANTERA low hrs., mint cond., great ski wake board boat, beautiful trailer included, $19,500. 518-891-5811

TURNKEY FAMILY CAMP FOR SALE. Beautifully Finished Cabin on 5 Acres, Woodsand Nice Lawn, Quiet Country Road, Stocked Fishing Pond & Guest Cabin. On Snowmobile Trail. Only $69,995.

Call 1-800-229-7843 or visit www.LandandCamps.com

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LOGGING WILLIAM Thwaits Logging is looking to purchase and harvest standing timber of all species. Will pay New York State stumpage prices.

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CROWN POINT LAND - 53 Peasley Road. Property offers 3.5 acres on Putnam Creek with 600 feet of road frontage, a 50' x 30' 2 story frame barn with electricity and oil heat. Zones residential. Can be converted or build new. Beautiful spot and minutes to the Northway or Ticonderoga. $65,000.

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WANTED OLD Glass Telephone Pole Insulators. Call Phil 518-8914521 WANTED ALL MOTORCYCLES, before 1980, Running or not. $Top CASH$ PAID! 1-315-5698094

2005 WHITEHALL SPIRIT rowing/sailboat. Classic boat, rare find. Must sell! Asking $4500 OBO. 845-868-7711

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TOP CASH PAID FOR OLD GUITARS! 1920's thru 1980's. Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker, Prairie State, D'Angelico, Stromberg, and Gibson Mandolins/Banjos. 1-800-401-0440

(4) CHEVY RIMS, Steel, 16" x 6.5", 6 lug w/pressure monitors. $250 OBO. 518-524-7124.

TAMA DRUM KIT, 5 piece, crash and ride cymbals, hi-hat, stool, all hardware. Excellent shape. $500 firm. Cash or local check with a 2 week hold only. In person transaction only...no shipping. 518-534-4094.

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Train for a New Career. *Underwater Welder. Commercial Diver. *NDT/Weld Inspector. Job Placement Assistance. Financial Aid available for those who qualify. 1 -800-321-0298.

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