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thom@denpubs.com WARRENSBURG — Brent Bertrand, a beloved coach and technology teacher at Warrensburg High School, died early Tuesday morning, Jan. 10, prompting grieving among students and faculty members of the district.

Warrensburg Superintendent of Schools Tim Lawson said that he got a call at about 5:10 a.m. Jan. 10 from a local emergency medical responder who alerted him that EMTs were attending to Bertrand at his home, and he was being transported to the hospital.

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By Thom Randall thom@denpubs.com QUEENSBURY — Warren County made substantial progress in balancing its budget and developing its tourism

infrastructure despite ever-greater financial pressures, the county’s political chief said Thursday Jan. 5.

County Board of Supervisors Chairman Dan Stec praised the board members for their actions in limiting the 2012 tax increase to 1.7 percent while

doubling the county’s financial reserves to $7.1 million. His comments were made during the annual State of the County message delivered at the yearly organizational meeting.

“2010 brought improvements over 2009 in the county’s overall financial

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Local Elvis impersonator accused of welfare fraud

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Police said the two failed to inaccurately report their total household income, particularly Joe Ramsey’s earnings as an Elvis tribute artist.

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fred@denpubs.com TICONDEROGA — Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s state of the state address offered little for North Country residents.

The governor outlined a new economic development blueprint that invests billions of dollars in public-private sector partnerships and plans to rebuild infrastructure as a means of creating new jobs across the state during his hour-long speech Jan. 4, but did not present any initiatives specifically for the region.

Cuomo only mentioned the Adirondacks twice — once when announcing a second round of Regional Economic Development Awards and again when discussing the “New York’s Open for Business” tourism promotion effort.

A highlight of the speech for many local officials was a call for mandate relief. Noting the success of the 2-percent property tax cap passed by the state legislature last year, Cuomo said the next step is for the state to aid local governments by ending many costly mandates.

The governor said he will appoint a commission to hold hearings around the state and study mandate relief. He asked the commission to report to the state legislature in time for action before the end of 2012.

“We’ve been lobbying for mandate relief for a long time,” said Randy Douglas of Jay, chairman of the Essex County Board of Supervisors. “Medicaid alone costs $6-7 million in Essex County. Forty eight other states have taken Medicaid costs away from counties. It’s time for New York to do the same.”

Douglas, who attended the speech at the invitation of the governor, said he will ask the Cuomo to schedule a mandate relief commission meeting in Essex County.

“I believe the governor is listening to us,” Douglas said. “I have a good rapport with him and think he cares understands our concerns.”

State Sen. Betty Little was also pleased the governor is serious abut mandate relief.

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WARRENSBURG — The Glen Lodge in Warrensburg will host the new Adirondack Women’s Empowerment Retreat Jan. 20 through 22. The event is intended to be a weekend getaway focusing on rejuvenating one’s mind, body and soul, organizers said this week.

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“I expect to see a greater focus this year on mandate relief, she said. “There were a lot of ideas put on the table for discussion, but not much acted upon last session. Behind every mandate is a special interest and many of them are laudable. But some are not needed, or are unaffordable or simply not appropriate for all regions of the state. The tax cap has created an urgency to act and find agreement on relief measures that will provide our local governments and schools the flexibility they need.”

Assemblywoman Teresa Sayward agrees.

“I was encouraged to hear his commitment to delivering on the unfilled promise of mandate relief for our counties and schools and also regulatory relief for our NYS businesses,” she said.

Cuomo also talked about the damage resulting from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. He praised volunteers who responded to the emergencies and touted the state’s multi-million response.

“I’m glad he mentioned flood relief,” said Douglas, whose county and town were hard hit by Irene. “The governor and his staff have been extremely helpful as we recover. I can’t say enough, but we need grant funding to fully recover — not loans. We need major work on our roads, bridges, water, sewer, youth facilities...and we’re in debt. We can’t afford more loans. We need grant money.”

Other highlights of the speech include a call to build the world’s largest convention center hotel at a New York City racetrack; a push to expand gambling in a bid for more state tax revenue and jobs; and a project to replace 100 bridges and repair 2,000 miles of roads.

Little believes the proposed road work is a good idea.

“I like the governor ’s ideas to invest in road and bridge infrastructure as well as energy use and transmission and look forward to more detail in the budget proposal,” she said. “These are worthwhile investments that will create economic activity today while building for the future. And, I am eager to learn more about increasing

WARRENSBURG — To prepare for Warrensburg Central School Kindergarten Round-Up held in April, district officials are asking families to contact the main office at 6239747 ext. 1, if they have a child who will be 5 years of age on or before Dec. 1, 2012 and will be attending kindergarten. Parents should look for more detailed information about Warrensburg Kindergarten Round-Up in March.

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The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce is now seeking ideas on how to expand the offerings and activities of their annual mid-July craft fair.

This year ’s edition, following decades of success, will be called Summer Fest, and it is to be held July 14 and 15. Chamber officials welcome input from all area citizens about how to make the event bigger and better. Church groups are being encouraged to join in the Summerfest and host barbecues, tag sales, pie or bake sales. All those who have ideas, contact Deborah Baker at Glens Falls National Bank, 6233036; or call Lynn Smith at 623-9390. Crafters seeking to participate in the show and sale are urged to contact the Chamber office at 623-2161.

A Thank You Pizza Party was held Jan. 8 for volunteers working at the 2011 World’s Largest Garage Sale at Alynn's Butterfly Inn. All were treated to free pizza, salad, beer, wine, snacks and desert. A good time was had by all.

tourism promotion, which will benefit the North Country and all of New York.”

Sayward said the governor ’s speech was encouraging.

“Because of actions taken last year, New York State is stronger and beginning to head in the right direction,” she said. “The governor ’s address gives us an opportunity to build on the successes of last year. His message was clear New York State needs jobs, jobs, jobs! I was impressed at the governor ’s focus on rebuilding New York’s economy, jumpstarting economic development and focusing on private, not public sector jobs. With the recognition of the North Country’s Regional Economic Development Award we will be able to create jobs right here in the district.

“If we can realize even some of the governor ’s goals this year we will have taken a giant step forward in delivering a robust economy and a more open, less intrusive state government,” Sayward said.

The governor spent much of his speech touting the accomplishments of state government in 2011 — the property tax cap, ethics reform, gay marriage, a middle class tax cut and more.

“By all accounts, last year was a tremendous success.,” Cuomo said.

“There are many reasons why, including one simple one: We changed our attitude. We had a constructive impatience for government dysfunction and a disregard for the political extremists on the left and the right, we believed in the people, and we had a mutual respect, both institutional and personal.

“By the end of the year, we were not first Democrats and Republicans, we were first New Yorkers and we acted that way,” he said. “We put the politics aside and put the people first. And it worked. And we worked. We delivered for the people — and we made this state a better state and I was honored to be a part of it with you.

“Cynics will say we can’t do it again, that we can’t do any better, the governor concluded. “Well, cynics don’t know us, and they don’t know New York. Today, I am telling you this: we are going to reach even higher.”

Integrating a variety of yoga sessions, enlightening projects, and journaling exercises, the weekend is designed to help women uncover strategies to make 2012 a year to discover, or rediscover, the path from possibility to reality, Life Coach Annie Gregson said.

Gregson will lead participants in “envisioning and clarifying” workshops and freelance writer Beti Spangel will lead reflective and empowering journaling exercises.

Yoga classes suitable for all levels will be led by Debbie Philp of True North Yoga. Kim Repscha will providing health-conscious meals and a masseuse will be available for appointments throughout the weekend.

Early enrollment is recommended. For more information, see: www.truenorthyogaonline.com or call the True North Yoga Studio at 810-7871.

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Warrensburg CEO: After surviving 2011, town faces bright future

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thom@denpubs.com WARRENSBURG — Despite escalating costs and expensive mandates, Warrensburg town government kept taxes flat for 2012 — yet has made considerable progress, town Supervisor Kevin Geraghty said in the annual State of the Town speech he delivered recently.

And the credit for the town’s accomplishments goes to the town employees for taking on additional duties as well as increasing efficiency during tough economic times, Geraghty said.

“Our workforce is at the lowest levels it has been in recent years, but our employees have responded by performing at the highest levels,” he said.

As an example of their work, he noted that town employees constructed a new pole barn on the Water District property off Library Avenue, saving tens of thousands of dollars in taxpayer money.

“With the help of our town employees, we’ll continue to make it through these tough economic times and steer Warrensburg into the future,” he said.

Geraghty also praised the work of three town employees who retired in 2011: Richard Galusha, John Higgins and Walter Haws, plus he welcomed Tracy Benoit and Chip Webster to the workforce.

Geraghty’s remarks were delivered during the town’s annual reorganizational meeting, which featured a swear-in ceremony for two incoming town board members, Linda Marcella and Joyce Reed. They were administered the oath of office by town Justice Mindy Fisk.

Among the accomplishments Geraghty noted was the continuing work on improving the town’s water quality. All recent test samplings but one — for dissolved copper contamination — were below state limits, and similar test results were encountered in lead sampling, he said. Progress continues to be made in installing commercial water meters, he added.

Local infrastructure achievements during 2011 included sidewalk replacement, new sewer lines along Library Avenue and Thomson St. and installation of effluent disinfection apparatus at the town sewer plant.

Geraghty noted that the town Highway employees rebuilt Alden Avenue this year.

He observed that the town’s roadways

Warrensburg Town Clerk Donna Combs (right) has new Town Justice Bryan Winslow sign his oath of office while new Town Board members Linda Marcella (left) and Joyce Reed await their turn after the town's organizational meeting Jan. 3.

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were hard hit with the Memorial Day weekend storms, causing hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of damage — much of it restored through the work of local and county employees.

As for the future, Geraghty said state and federal grant funds would likely become more scarce.

Citing the state’s denial of a grant application to fund restoration of the Floyd Bennett Memorial Bandstand, Geraghty said the town would have to rely more on its own resources.

“We’re not going to be waiting for government handouts,” he said. “We’re going to go out and get things done on our own.”

Also, he noted that the town’s commercial scene seems to be on the upswing, with new businesses locating downtown during 2011: New Way Lunch, Rebecca’s Florists, the Smoke Shop, the Cutting Edge, and Sarah

Morgan’s Grind-N-Gears and Groom Hair Salon — as well as the relocation of Heidi’s Clip Joint.

“These are just a few of the businesses that have put their trust in Warrensburg,” he said.

Geraghty said that he had solid faith that the commercial development would continue, citing plans for new retail development recently presented to town officials.

Warrensburg town government would be actively seeking to locate businesses here and create jobs, he said, primarily through a new economic development council headed

by Marcella, who has expertise and experience in the field, he said.

“We’re going to go out and seek businesses to locate in our community and fill up our empty storefronts,” he said as he invited the public to join the council — only if they have a positive approach. “If you have a negative attitude, don’t bother to apply.”

Geraghty said the town has a bright future, because it has weathered the recession well, and commerce is gaining steam. ”I’m bullish on what’s going to happen,” he said. “And we’ll be tapping everyone’s expertise to move things forward.”

Delivering a State of the Town address, Warrensburg Town supervisor Kevin Geraghty talks of economic progress and infrastructure achievements during 2011 — as new town board members Joyce Reed (center) and Linda Baker Marcella (right) listen.

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Winter is finally here Frost was nipping at the toes and noses of residents who were outside their homes Dec. 29, when the thermometers in Kenyontown read anywhere from 2 to 10 degrees above zero.

A few children I know found out it was not a nice day to stick your tongue on the doorknob. Yet another found it was no fun to dash out on the front porch in your bare feet — “Yeow!”

We have about an inch of snow covering the ground so we did have a white Christmas. Daytime high got up as warm” as 25 degrees with it being a bright sunny day. Many homes had curls of wood smoke wafting out of their chimneys, so we know folks were busy burning up their reserve wood stack.

How can we have the traditional January thaw this year with temperatures on Jan. 4 at 10 below and on Jan. 6, 40 above?

On a personal note

Happy anniversary wishes go out to Gary and Linda Rounds who will celebrate 49 years on Jan. 18.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to Kristen Frasier and

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Wendy Pasco on Jan. 14; to Nicky May on Jan. 15; to Harold Corlew, Matt Pasco, Steve Smith, Meredith Sonley and Joy Baker on Jan. 16; to Anna Lucia on Jan. 17; to Lewis Gallup Jr. on Jan. 18; to Dan Vanselous on Jan. 19; and to Will Hill Jr. on Jan 20.

Sympathy from the community goes out to the family of Donald Ostrander, who passed away at the Fort Hudson nursing center on Dec. 31, 2011.

We have a new Avon representative on our neighborhood.

Theresa Grant on South Johnsburg Road has many booklets loaded with this month’s specials. Avon was always known for cosmetics — and now they have such a wide variety of items. Call Grant at 623-3940 for the leaflets.

Get well wishes go out to Mike Croissant, Jeff Grants, Guy Bevins, Ken Ackley, Bob?Florence, Ronnie Dibble, and Cliff Dureau.

Ambulance squad now active

Many people in Thurman are welcoming the news that there will now be an Emergency Medical Technician on duty at the Thurman Emergency Medical Services building at all times. The Thurman emergency squad has invested a lot of effort into making this possible for the residents in our town.

You can call them anytime at 623-9014.

Hopefully this development will relieve many folks who have been worrying about what might happen if a medical crisis occurs. Squad members are anticipating that they will be holding fundraisers — and will need volunteers to help out. Any ideas, suggestions or help that local residents can give them will be appreciated by the squad and by the townfolks. To volunteer, call 623-9014 and leave your name and phone number. www.birdsource.org/gbbc

Snow or no snow, visit Up Yonda As soon as significant snowfall accumulates in northern Warren County, snowshoeing will start for the season at Up Yonda environmental education center in Bolton. In the meantime, folks can still take a pleasant hike and enjoy the rewarding winter view.

Sign up now for fitness classes

There is still time to join the Chair Yoga or Pilates sessions that are offered through the town of Bolton Recreation Department. The two series are held at the Bolton Conservation Center. Visit www.boltonnewyork.com and click on the web page’s Recreation tab for details and a schedule.

Annual bird count coming up

Become a bird watcher and help a great cause. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology will be holding its annual "Great Backyard Bird Count" on Feb. 17 through 20. It is nice to see Bolton represented on their website. Last year a total of 916 birds from 23 species were counted in Bolton Landing. Local residents can dedicate as little as 15 minutes of their time for this worthwhile task. It is fun, educational and something the entire family can do.

To register, get details and obtain a checklist, see:

Meeting on Bolton’s future BOLTON — A public meeting to explore the future of Bolton’s waterfront is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18 at the Bolton Town Hall.

The event features a presentation by Brad Dake on the sustainable characteristics of Adirondack communities.

Dake served as chairman of the Adirondack Park Regional Assessment Project

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Over the fence We hear the town will be displaying a collage of local dogs. Those of you who wish to obtain such local notoriety for your dog, bring it in when you get your pet’s license, or if it’s digital, send it in to the town hall.

Folks who use social media can send it to Town Clerk Cindy Hyde on Facebook, we hear. For details, call 623-4588.

When taking down displays of Christmas cards, remember to save all the picture fronts of the cards for next year ’s Christmas Basket distribution. Cards with notes written on them can’t be used. Call 623-2024.

The town of Thurman’s highway employees express their sincere thanks to the townspeople who brought in such a savory variety of covered dishes for their tribute luncheon Thursday Dec. 29.

The county and town property tax bills arrived on Jan. 3, giving local landowners a month to get them paid without penalty. Have you noticed that not many people around town are smiling since last Tuesday?

The tax collector will at the town hall during January on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Upcoming activities and events

The Kenyontown Methodist Church invites all to attend their fellowship dinner at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18. Those attending are asked to bring a dish and enjoy an evening at the Valley Road church.

The Sugar Loaf Mountain Seniors Club are to meet at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 at for a pot luck luncheon and a business meeting at the Thurman Town Hall. For details, call 623-9425.

The local Ladies Bible Study Group are to meet in North Creek at The Manor from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 For more information, call 623-2007.

Men’s group to meet weekly

‘Teen Night’ at Glens Falls YMCA

St. Sacrament Church, on Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing, is hosting a weekly men’s group.

The sessions will begin with a brief prayer, followed by an inspirational video and a discussion of the week’s video topic.

Father Jim Loughren says the videos are “absolutely awesome” as well as practical, challenging, and non-denominational. He added that the presentations are scripturally based without being ‘preachy,’ and aid in strengthening marital relationships.

“This is an awesome and blessed time for men of all ages and backgrounds to come together for encouragement and inspiration,” Loughren said, noting that an important aspect of this group is valuing and protecting the sanctity of the marriage covenant and praying for one’s wife and family.

The first meeting is to be held at 8 a.m. Saturday Jan. 14 and run no later than 9:30 a.m. in the St. Sacrement Parish Hall coffeeroom. Entrance is across the foot bridge. Meetings will be open to all men regardless of religious affiliation. For further details, call Loughren at 744-9090.

All area middle school students are invited to a free, fun night Jan. 21 at the Glens Falls YMCA from 7:30 to 10 p.m.

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Re-open the rail to National Lead T

he quarrel over re-opening the rail line to Tahawus is driven by a not-in-my-backyard protest from the environmental groups, contends the Saratoga-North Creek Railway (SNCRR) lawyer in filings to a rail regulation board.

The 6-million-acre Adirondack Park held in forever wild trust, but more than half the land inside the Blue Line is still private. It's a place where nature and people coexist. People don't dominate the landscape, and the landscape shouldn't dominate the people.

Though the tracks running out to the remote, high-peak wilderness in Newcomb have been quiet since 1989, that's not so distant in the memory of people who've spent their lives in the region. Newcomb Supervisor George Canon was featured in an article from the Adirondack Park Agency when the state purchased thousands of Tahawus acres in 2003, where he remembered a childhood in the company town at the mine. Canon, who also worked at the mine, has sent a letter of support for SNCRR, calling the redevelopment of the rail crucial to the economic future of his 500-citizen township.

The North Country Chamber of Commerce, which spearheaded the proposal for competitive granting in the New York Open For Business campaign, earning $103 million in grants for regional projects, tossed its hat in the ring early this month with a letter of support for the rail. President Garry Douglas said rail preservation and development is a necessary part of the region's future.

The easement for the rail line is active until 2062. The state DEC worried that the rail runs over 13 miles of the Vanderwhacker Wild Forest. So does 28N, a welltraveled road that connects the centers of all the local communities, and is driven by many passenger vehicles, large recreational vehicles, logging trucks and other heavy equipment. It's already a people-frequented area.

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As asserted by SNCRR's lawyer, reopening the line would alleviate some of the heavy equipment traffic from the roadways. National Lead still hauls 30,000 tons of screened rock for construction and 3,000 tons of magnetite from the old mine site every year.

Taking that volume of stone off the roads and putting in on the unused rail line would give SNCRR a dependable place to launch their freight interests, an important part of their business model.

And, it is better for the environment.

In the early-to-mid 19th century, and again in the mid-to-late 20th century, the open mines bustled with activity, producing high-quality ore and good jobs. The towns where operations were housed, Adirondac and Tahawus, are now only skeletons of their former selves, but still serve as attractions for tourism. Economic development can encourage interest in nature.

The mines still hold a rich deposit of ore. Monetizing that ore may be difficult, but more efficient removal from the deep wild is key to ensuring its success. A similar problem with the cost of production kept Russian oil, much of it locked in tar sands, from being a viable business prospect. Once refining methods improved and demand grew, Russia became a major exporter of oil.

If the National Lead mine could be reopened, it would need a reliable, cheap way to get the ore out. Shipping mine tailings out with SNCRR could be a precursor of much greater things to come.

The environmental groups should not impede that progress.

This editorial is the collaborative opinion of a board comprised of Thom Randall, Fred Herbst, Lou Varricchio, Keith Lobdell, Stephen Bartlett, Andy Flynn and John Gereau. Comments may be directed to denpubs@denpubs.com.

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slugging it out. Imagine how don’t know how you vicious it’s going to get later feel about how Super this year when it’s RepubliPolitical Action Comcan against Democrat, two mittees (PACs) will influsides you know will never ence the presidential eleckiss and make up. tion, but I can see nothing We expect our elected offibut trouble coming from cials to be individuals of them. high principles — the best In the last few weeks, and brightest, but their crePACs have begun spending ation of the super PAC’s the tremendous amount of Dan Alexander once again speaks to their funds they’ve amassed Thoughts from true intentions. Where camstrictly for the purpose of Behind the Pressline paign contributions are running interference for one tightly controlled by federal candidate or another. The groups are election laws, there is no bottom line for spending millions of dollars to help their PACs as the folks running them can do candidate of choice overcome the gains of whatever they want with the funds raised. opposing candidates who may be gaining Legally, spending responsibilities rest with traction. the group’s treasurer, who reports to who The new super PACs have been created ever is ultimately controlling the super from a series of federal court rulings, inPAC. While candidates are prohibited cluding the Supreme Court's Citizens from using campaign money for their perUnited case in 2010 that removed restricsonal expenses, there’s no such restriction tions on corporate and union spending in for these PACs. elections. The groups can't coordinate diThe Federal Election Commission, rectly with campaigns but many of them which regulates campaign money, has reare staffed by longtime supporters of the peatedly asked Congress to amend the law candidates this election cycle. The super to prohibit PACs from spending donations PACs are not subject to the $2,500 cap on on non-political expenses. Lawmakers, donations to a candidate’s campaign, and who often use political contributions for a few super PACs have reportedly already personal expenses through vehicles known accepted individual contributions of over as leadership PACs, haven’t followed $1 million. through on the request. And why should As a result, campaign-finance watchthey when we allow them to conduct their dogs have assailed the rulings as a danaffairs in this manner? gerous return to the pre-Watergate era.

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•100 Years Ago – Jan. 1912• Triangle men acquitted of murder The verdict of “Not Guilty” was returned by the jury in the case of Isaac Harris and Max Blanck, proprietors of the Triangle Shirt Waist factory, charged with manslaughter in causing the deaths of 147 persons in the fire in New York city last March which was the big news story of this century.

The jury was out for two hours. The defendants took the verdict quietly and passed into an anteroom. While a great crowd of relatives of Triangle victims was gathered at the front of the courtroom discussing the verdict the defendants were slipped through the prison pen out the back way under a guard of 20 policemen. The jury was slipped out the back way also and every member refused to talk. Rumors circulated that the district attorney’s office contemplated further action of a sensational nature.

The state contended that the defendants were guilty of first-degree Manslaughter by violating Section 80 of Article 6 of the labor law which provides that all doors of factories should open out and should not be locked during working hours. (Note: This fire was one of the worst disasters in American history with young female factory workers jumping to their deaths from upper floors or being trampled to death in a mad rush behind locked doors.)

Winter cold protection

The landscape certainly is all “froze up” these days. Winter discomforts are many.

John D. Rockefeller was seen recently wearing a paper vest while out riding in an open automobile and this practice is not unusual.

For many years workmen, farmers, sportsmen, log drivers, teamsters, railroad hands and numerous others have utilized the dai-

ly newspaper as a vest or by stuffing one within each boot as an ankle warmer. That the paper is warm is well known and in making use of it, “Mr. John D.” is merely exercising common sense in utilizing an effective and inexpensive method of keeping out the cold. (Note: John Davison Rockefeller, legendary industrialist and philanthropist, was 98 years old in 1937 when he died in Florida.)

Instant justice

At noon Jan. 16, 1912, a drunken man from The Glen, driving a willing team of horses that were doing their level best to draw a heavy lead of wood up Ridge Street hill in Warrensburgh, was pounding them with a big whip because they couldn’t do it. At the same time he was disgusting passers-by with a stream of horrible profanity. He was given a dose of his own medicine when Elliot Church took the whip away from him and gave his a vigorous thrashing with it.

The act was heartily approved of by those who witnessed it.

Fires plague area residents

The dwelling house of Andrew Andrews of Johnsburgh caught fire Jan. 6, 1912 from an overheated stove pipe. A strong wind was blowing and before help arrived, the fire had gained such headway that it was impossible to save the building and but only a few of its contents. The property was insured for $500.

In other news, there was a lot of excitement in Stony Creek when at Tuesday noon a fire was discovered in Glenway Aldrich’s house which was caused by a defective chimney. A crowd gathered and the flames were quickly extinguished.

Deer starve due to heavy snow

Snowfall has not been heavy so far this winter but last year snow averaged five feet

deep all over the Adirondacks and the only way to save the deer from starvation was for men to go in on snowshoes with axes to the deer yards to fell small trees for them to browse upon. Wherever a man travels with snow shoes, it will hold up a deer as soon as it freezes.

Last winter, however, many deer died and many residents went hungry because of the new law that would not allow Adirondack citizens to shoot deer out of season.

Glens Falls business news

The Glens Falls Insurance Co. has decided to erect a five-story building on the site of its present structure in Monument Square, instead of a one-story building as was contemplated.

The new building was cover the entire lot at the intersection of Glen and Bay streets and construction will start in March, 1912.

The company will occupy quarters in the city hall while the work is in progress.

In other news, John R. Loomis Jr., a member of the insurance firm of Little & Loomis of Glens Falls, is being groomed for the position of state Superintendent of Insurance.

Governor John A. Dix has the power of appointment, subject of confirmation by the senate. Loomis and a brother of the governor married sisters.

Thieves target summer residence

Abel Crook says that only a few days ago he heard from Clayton Ormsby of Horicon, Crook’s caretaker at his Brant Lake cottage, that on New Year ’s Eve someone entered the cottage by one of the cellar windows, broke open a closet in the cellar and than went into the house and found a small cupboard in which was stored about a dozen bottles of liquors, which they removed. Nothing else was disturbed.

Mr. Crook is very mad at this invasion of

Letters to the Editor All ages should learn CPR skills To the Adirondack Journal: As a member of the North Warren Emergency Squad in Chestertown, I have seen many lives lost because bystanders didn’t know CPR. I’ve also seen people given second chances at life because someone who knew CPR applied it quickly when sudden cardiac arrest struck.

CPR can double or triple the chances of survival for sudden cardiac arrest victims. The earlier it is started, the better the outcome can be for the patient.

The American Heart Association is working to pass a state law requiring every high school student to learn CPR. I am a firm believer that this should be part of the school curriculum. Look at the success rate of the 911 system. Children learn from an early age on how to do things. What better time to teach CPR than when our children are eager to learn?

I will be contacting my state legislator to ask for support of the CPR in Schools bill, and I ask you to do the same. For information on how to do this, or for information about this legislation, visit supportcprinschools.org.

Most sudden cardiac arrest happens outside the hospital — let’s make sure that we all know the lifesaving skill of CPR. Laura Eklund Chestertown

Advice for Lake George officials, residents

To the Adirondack Journal: I have a few thoughts that I’d like to share with the new town board as well as the community — both residents and businesses.

From my perspective, we are all now in a healing process. To heal, we must be positive.

• I ask that this entire town board be wise in their actions and decisions.

• Do not be too rapid in decision-making; however, do not procrastinate; • Listen and respond to the community, not hidden agendas; • Communication is a two-way street. Implement ways to communicate with the entire community and not just special interests. This involves factual information out and honest feedback in.

• You will not always agree, but agree to work in a positive manner toward consensus or compromise.

Agree to disagree graciously.

I also ask that the entire community of Lake George: • Commit to your civic duty! Attend meetings at both town and county levels in order to stay alert, aware and informed.

• Ask questions and give feedback to our elected officials.

• Be respectful and honest — do not push a hidden agenda.

• Consider serving on local boards, like planning and zoning, or on a committee.

• Volunteer in your community, be it the local li-

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brary, school, fire co. or auxiliary, historical society or museum, or as a senior citizen driver, or through a local Rotary Club. It takes a community to keep our volunteer services strong.

We must all think toward the future, not just the immediate future, but future generations. We must all do our share to bring the lake as well as the town back to health!

Joanne Gavin Lake George

his property and says he feels that it is regrettable that summer cottage owners cannot feel secure from unwanted invasion of low-life characters. He asks that Horicon citizens write to him to advise him of the names of the guilty parties and expose them to proper rebuke and punishment.

Making her presence known

The voice of Mrs. Daniel Maranville was reproduced on Friday, Jan. 5, 1912 at her funeral at Lake George. Several weeks ago she sang for the making of some talking machine records and at her wish they were played in the course of the service. Mrs. Maranville was seventy-seven years old.

Road builder buys fine team

Thomas O’Connor of the Adirondack Hotel in Warrensburgh has sold his fine team of fast bay pacers to Joseph F. Walker, who started with them on a drive to Fort Plain.

O’Connor raised the horses from colts.

Walker is a road builder and has the contract for the Warrensburgh-Chestertown state highway which he began in Warrensburgh last fall. He said if weather permits, he will resume operations April 1, 1912 with a force of about 100 men. He has rented from Lewis Thomson the Bill Woodward place near the lime kiln on the Chester road where he will make his headquarters next season.

News roundabout

David Pharmer of North Bolton has had his left arm amputated just below the elbow at Glens Falls Hospital. The operation was made necessary by blood poisoning which sat in when he received a slight injury several weeks ago.

A 34-pound turtle was recently captured in Glen Lake and carved on its back are the words and figures, “Jim, caught by Elijah Hawkins in Rush Pond, June 9, 1842.”

Readers are welcome to contact Adirondack Journal correspondent Jean Hadden at jhadden1@nycap.rr.com or 623-2210.

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Stop Chopper from building To the Adirondack Journal: Residents of Warrensburg, if you truly care for your community and want to see it through to a better future, then talk with your local elected officials at all levels to stop the construction of a major supermarket just outside our town limits.

I am 43 years old, unemployed and would like nothing more than to work, earn and spend in my own township (understanding my tax proceeds support the local budget). Warrensburg was in a fair position to acquire a similar stake in opportunistic realization, but it seems our local leaders failed in negotiating for increasing our regional status.

Most politicians today want only to sit behind a desk and figure and fiddle exactly where they can cut spending and continually decapitate revenue resources. To be honest, any monkey can tear a page from a budget and claim they’ve made necessary tactical reductions. The leadership we have to opt for are those who have a persistence and vision to attract jobs to the area.

Ask all your local officials to come back to the drawing board and work a supermarket within our border.

Incentivize the situation with a 2- to 3-year deal that funds the completion of the Richards Library expansion and the restoration of the Floyd Bennett Memorial bandstand (Floyd is our hometown hero after all), as well as raising money for school programs.

We have all read that Lake George is receiving state money to revamp the property of the former Gaslight Village and they are on the docket to claim the area’s nearest casino. As for the land that has been parceled just outside Warrensburg, an innovative procedure can create a smaller hybrid riverbank casino and motel resort. Still utilizing a free-standing bank and incorporating a ‘Main Street’ 4- to 6-storefront façade. Seriously, nobody really loses! Both municipalities gain in sustainable jobs and increased revenue enhancement.

Folks, government can create jobs — ours either doesn’t know how to, or merely lacks an interest. Warrensburg is ready for the next step in economic development and becoming a destination in the Adirondack region. But, by doing nothing we are sure to watch other towns grow around us, leaving us little more than a filling-station community.

Gerald McNeill Jr. Warrensburg

North Warren Central School athlete Kiera Warner crosses the finish line in the New York State High School Cross-Country State Championships held recently.

The results Warner and classmate Megan Erickson recorded were quite competitive in Class D. Photo provided

North Warren Central School students K iera Warner (left) and M egan Erickson pose af ter competing in the Stat e H igh S chool Cross-Country Championship Tournament held recently. Erickson finished 18th in and Warner finished 30th in a field of 116 runners competing in Class D. Photo provided

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Polar plunge’s popularity prompts proposed regulations

By Thom Randall

thom@denpubs.com LAKE GEORGE — After village officials witnessed the mass of swimmers charging simultaneously into the waters of Lake George for the local New Year's Day Polar plunge, they are now seeking a way to boost safety while limiting potential liability from a drowning incident.

The village trustees decided Monday Jan. 9 to draft a law limiting the number of people plunging into the water simultaneously to 500 in mass swimming events. Lake George Mayor Bob Blais said that the idea was prompted by safety and liability concerns raised by the large crowds cramming Shepard Park Beach for the Jan. 1 Polar Plunge event, at which 2,000 swimmers charged into Lake George, with about 700 registered swimmers — and many others not recorded — plunging in three consecutive waves.

It was also decided that the plunge should start at noon rather than at 2 p.m. to reduce alcohol consumption by revelers at the event. The board also voiced support for requiring the Polar Plunge event sponsors, the Lake George Winter Carnival Committee, to obtain $3 million in event liability insurance rather than the current $1 million policy.

Also, the village trustees decided to advertise for bids for new public docks to be constructed — 90 feet by 5 feet docks of aluminum, sturdier than the public docks that have been damaged by winter ice and recent storms. The bids are to be advertised this next week and be awarded at the board’s February meeting. The number of docks to be installed depend on the prices bid, Blais said. He announced that the village’s request for a state grant to fund new public docks was not accepted.

In other business, the Lake George Village Board: • Passed a resolution in a 3-2 split vote to boost fees at Beach Road parking lot from $1 to $2 per hour — councilmen Joe Mastrodomenico and Ray Perry voted No, citing

Swimmers in the 2011 Lake George New Years Day Polar plunge charge into the water for a frigid dip. The popularity of the event in the last two years has prompted the board to propose new laws regulating such events. the charge was too steep.

• Heard that the village had been awarded a new $50,000 grant from the state in connection with Lake George being named a major stopoff on the statewide Blue Way Trail — a destination for divers and history buffs. The money, Blais said, is to go towards developing maps and promotional materials.

• Endorsed a plan to erect bicycle racks through the village and benches in a new pocket park near the village Visitors Center

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• Voiced support for a proposal to allow non-profit groups to set up displays and operate booths on the back porch of the Visitors Center to promote their organization or events. Blais recommended charging $100 per day for the privilege, citing it would help boost revenue to offset taxes.

• Heard that FEMA and the village have documented about $155,000 in qualifying expenses due to damages caused by Tropical Storm Irene, and federal reimbursement for that sum is anticipated.

• Endorsed an idea to ban television monitors on businesses’ outside decks, and referred the concept to the village planning board for their consideration under the village’s pending electronic sign law.

• Decided to leave some holiday decorations up in the village for about six more weeks including lit Christmas trees, light displays and illuminated snowflakes.

• Heard that Lake George Winter Carnival officials are wary that unseasonably warm weather may mean the lake might not freeze, which would dramatically cut attendance at the event. Blais said that if the Lake doesn’t freeze over, ATV races would be held weekly in the Gaslight festival space. If enough snowfall occurs, snowcross races will also be held at the venue, he said.

• Set a joint town-village meeting for 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 to discuss joint municipal efforts and consolidation of services.

• Were informed that Maria Lucci has bid $91,000 to purchase a village-owned lakeshore plot near the Tahoe Motel that once hosted a village pumping station. The Hill Drive Homeowners Association has submitted a bid for less than half that sum, but it has the legal option, Blais said, to obtain the property if it resubmits a higher bid.

The Association is now paying $4,000 per year for a 10-year lease and has docks there.

Some citizens have suggested the plot is worth up to $200,000.

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Chestertown doctor to relocate practice after 31 years

By Thom Randall

thom@denpubs.com CHESTERTOWN — A doctor who's been caring for patients in the Chestertown area since Ronald Reagan was first elected president is now relocating her practice to Queensbury.

As of Monday Jan. 9, Harriet Busch — a physician at Chester-Horicon Health Center for 31 years — will be working out of the Queensbury Family Health complex at 14 Manor Drive in Queensbury. Both are clinics of Hudson Headwaters Health Network.

Busch said this week that patients are welcome to seek out her services in her new location.

She said that her move was prompted by the increasing hardship of traveling from her Queensbury home to work in Chestertown, particularly in winter weather.

Busch said that while she's looking forward to a shorter drive, she's relocating her practice with mixed feelings.

“I'll miss the people of northern Warren County who are wonderful — kind, helpful and appreciative,” she said, referring to both patients and health center staffers. “I'll really miss the people I work with, who have a long history of helping people out —more than is ever expected.”

Recalling that some time ago health center office manager Sue Gill arranged to get heating fuel delivered to an elderly citizen's home, she noted that staff members have often helped out people far beyond medical issues.

She continued that staff members, concerned about the welfare of their neighbors, have at times kept the health center open after hours to take care of a patient's emergency needs.

During Busch's tenure, she's seen all kinds of afflictions, from minor to critical – from emergency brain tumor cases and head trauma to merely scrapes and bruises, she said.

In the early years before emergency squads were equipped with Advanced Life Support services, she'd ride with a patient to the hospital if the situation called for it, Busch said.

From her first day on the job at the Chester Health Center — birthplace of HHHN — she appreciated small-town life, the rural environment, and the strong bond among local citizens in the lower Adirondacks, she said.

“Moving from Long Island, I thought it was a wonderful place to live and practice, and I still believe that,” Busch said

Harriet Busch, a doctor for Hudson Headwaters Health Network, takes a break after seeing a full schedule of patientsWednesday Jan. 4 at ChesterHoricon Health Center where she's worked for 31 years. Friday Jan. 6 is her last day at the center, as she is transferring to HHHN's health campus in Queensbury off Aviation Road.

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after seeing her last patient Wednesday.

Dr. John Rugge, founder and CEO of Hudson Headwaters, said this week that dedication of HHHN employees like Busch is what has allowed the chain of health centers to thrive and boost the quality of life for area citizens. He recalled how Busch would travel through blizzards, hail or sleet to get to the Chestertown health center and make sure her patients got the care they might need.

Dr. Busch not only believes in the work of Hudson Headwaters, she helped create it's mission,” he said. “She's an amazing physician and she did so much to get the Chester Health Center on its feet.”

Rugge added that Busch has always put in extra effort to coordinate her patients' care, including making calls to patients and other health care providers on her days off, if nec-

essary.

“The towns of Chester and Horicon as well as Hudson Headwaters owe a lot to Harriet Busch,” he said.

Busch said she was saddened by the thought of leaving her work in Chestertown.

“I'm leaving with great guilt and a heavy heart, as I will miss the patients and staff,” she said. “But I feel so much better about leaving knowing that a really fine physician is taking my place.”

With Busch transferring to Queensbury, Dr. Mary Clarisse Kilayko will now be practicing in the Chester-Horicon Health Center, Busch said.

“She's kind, wonderful, knowledgeable and caring, and I'm pleased she'll be taking my place,” Busch said.

Maxam’s status as Dog Control Officer mulled in closed-door session

By Thom Randall

thom@denpubs.com CHESTERTOWN — Emerging from behind closed doors Tuesday Jan. 11, the Chester Town Board made several appointments to local offices, while leaving another personnel issue undecided — that of the status of June Maxam as new town Dog Control Officer.

The Board voted to appoint Dave Cavanaugh as Town Court Officer and Jeremy Little as Deputy Court Clerk.

The board, however, did not announce any decisions regarding the employment status and performance of their new Dog Control Officer June Maxam — a topic they identified as under discussion out of public earshot.

Maxam for three decades has criticized public officials and local citizens through her website and newspaper, North Country Gazette, and the town board’s appointment in November of Maxam as town Dog Control Officer has sparked controversy — the town board has received letters and phone calls objecting to the appointment.

Some citizens have said they wonder how she can effectively enforce the town and state’s dog control laws, as so many citizens could contend they wouldn’t have a fair court hearing because they could contend they’ve been subjects of her criticism through her writings.

Questions have arisen about what court

would be hearing cases that involved Maxam presenting complaints, as Chester Town Justice James McDermott has recused himself from cases in which she is involved. He has been a target of a number of Maxam’s articles questioning his performance.

The board also had in their possession Tuesday a demand from Maxam that a local citizen who had been circulating a letter calling for her removal to “cease and desist” in his actions of “defaming” her, or face a lawsuit.

Chestertown Fire Chief Jack Crossman appeared at the meeting, objecting to Maxam’s conduct. He said Maxam had sent letters to various pet, fire and parenting magazines claiming she had contacted him and the fire company, offering them a donation of oxygen masks for pets, but he and the fire company had rejected the offer.

“She never contacted me,” Crossman said, calling the claim untrue. “She makes our community look bad — this is very embarrassing for our community.”

Town Supervisor Fred Monroe and the board heard out his complaints.

“At this time the town is considering various issues concerning the Animal Control Officer,” Monroe said, declining to offer further comment.

“She is doing her job,” town board member Mike Packer added.

Monroe has defended the board’s choice of Maxam for the post, and praised her work.

He said she had a long history of getting animals adopted, and she had developed a

good plan for a town animal shelter, and was willing to take care of the animals housed there — while a person competing for the position, although well qualified, lived too far away.

The position pays $6,600 per year, and features a three-month probationary period, which concludes in February.

“The board had determined unanimously that she’d do the best job of anyone that applied,” he said.

In other business, the board: • Passed a motion to increase existing bonuses to employees for opting out of family health care coverage when they have other plans in place. Monroe said that the boosted incentive to employees for eliminating double coverage was likely to save the taxpayers thousands of dollars.

• Approved an idea to have the solar panels scheduled to be installed on Rte. 8 set on raised posts, which board members thought was more attractive than ground installation. The solar array is to power the Dynamite Hill ski hut and pump station.

• Passed a measure approving the sale of a small parcel of Schroon Lake Park District land to Joe Bravata, who owns the adjacent Riverside Campground.

• Voted to support the Warren County Youth Court with a contribution of $1,000.

• Endorsed a plan for Lycott Inc. to conduct an aquatic survey of infestation of milfoil and determine the potential efficiency of using the herbicide Renovate to abate the spread of milfoil in the shallow areas of the

Warren County side of Schroon Lake.

• Authorized the engineering firm C.T. Male to prepare an asbestos abatement plan for the demolition and removal of the former Eichler Ford garage building — later owned by a bankrupt subsidiary of the former incarnation of Lincoln Logs. The building, on Pine St., has posed a potential problem for the town, as underground fuel tanks may be on site, requiring environmental cleanup.

James McDermott, who owns a funeral home across the street, suggested that the land be retained as a public parking lot.

• Pledged to meet with state officials to determine the prospects of establishing a small-scale municipal sewer system in downtown Chestertown.

Panther Mountain Inn proprietor Don Butler, representing the Tri-Lakes Business Alliance, voiced a request at the meeting that the town explore the feasibility of a sewer system downtown because it would spur growth.

He presented an informal petition to the board showing interest in such infrastructure. Town Board member Stephen Durkish commented that having a sewer system in place would stimulate business in town.

Angie Mead of Gallo Realty also expressed support.

“You need a sewer system in town to have businesses here,” she said. “Everyone’s moving out of Chestertown because there are no jobs here — if we don’t do anything, in 10 years there will be tumbleweeds rolling down Rte. 9.”

Officials, tow truck drivers pleased with additions to ‘Move Over Law’

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN — After one year in existence, the “Move Over Law” in New York is expanding.

The law, which pertains to a motorist’s behavior when driving near a roadside situation involving emergency vehicles, has been expanded to require the same courtesies for tow truck drivers and other authorized personnel involved in roadside assistance or other highway maintenance.

According to the state, when possible, motorists must change lanes when they approach an incident where there is a vehicle with flashing red or amber lights. The new law adds the amber lights. When it is not possible to move over, or there is only one lane, drivers must slow down.

The amendment to the state Vehicle and Traffic Law took effect Jan. 1.

Jerry Strack, owner of Central Garage in Lake Placid and a tow truck operator, said he is pleased with the expansion of the law.

“It is something that should have been done before,” Strack said. “You hear more and more about people getting hit as they are out with their trucks trying to help and aid other motorists.”

Strack said that he hopes the expansion of the law makes people more aware of their surroundings while driving, expecially on the interstate.

“I was on the Northway recently, and the lights just do not seem to mean anything to the drivers out there,” Strack said.

Essex County DPW Superintendent Anthony LaVigne said that the highest accident rates on roadways are often found in construction zones, even when the vehicles have their lights flashing.

“The zones are there for the driver ’s safety as well as ours,” LaVigne said. “Those on the roads need to be mindful and slow down, then they can be safe and we can be safe as well.”

Essex County Sheriff Richard Cutting said he believes the law should include anyone who is on the roadside to assist in public safety matters.

“This should apply for any public service responders, whether they are police, EMS, fire, highway workers, tow truck drivers or whatever,” Cutting said. “We are a Public Safety agency and, as such, should be concerned with making our fellow public safety workers as safe as possible.”

Cutting also said that he hopes there will be more of a promotion of the law.

“We definitely need to publicize this more as I have been informed by a number of people that they were not aware of this requirement,” Cutting said.

The expansion considers “hazard vehicles” to be tow trucks, HELP trucks, highway maintenance trucks and any other vehicle being used in the construction or maintenance of roadways.

Drivers who violate the Move Over law could be fined up to $275, plus a court surcharge of $85, and sentenced to up to 15 days in jail. The driver also could be assessed three points on their driving record.

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New county treasurer gets to work on campaign promises

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thom@denpubs.com QUEENSBURY — Headed for his new office in the Warren County Municipal Center, county Treasurer Michael Swan walked past two photographs on the wall in the Center ’s southern hallway. The images were portraits of the only two prior county treasurers since the Fab Four sparked Beatlemania in 1964 by releasing “I Want to Hold Your Hand.” John Wertime served as county Treasurer from January 1964 through 1999, and Frank O’Keefe served in the post from 2000 through December 2011.

Just days after taking over from O’Keefe, Swan talked Jan. 5 of his plans to launch some changes. He offered details of the initiatives as he gazed out a 12-foot-long picture window in his new office into a landscaped courtyard. The ambiance of his office contrasts to his prior workspace — the office of the Director of Real Property services — a room which is windowless.

Swan was settling into his new digs and routine as the Warren County Treasurer, following the retirement of Frank O'Keefe and Swan's convincing election win in November in a race against O'Keefe's son Michael.

On Jan. 1, he took the oath of office – surrounded by family and friends – at the home of his 94-year-old mother.

In his first day in office Jan. 3, Swan met with staff and gave them a pep talk, he recalled this week.

“I told them all to keep up the great work,” he said.

His first objective in office, he said this week, is to fulfill his campaign promises – to overhaul the Treasurer's office website and

provide comprehensive information on county finances and taxes directly to the public.

He said he'd be meeting with county Information Technology employees to take preliminary steps to accomplish these changes.

He's also been briefing Treasurer's Department employees on the information he'd like to have included in monthly in-depth reports to the county Board of Supervisors.

While O’Keefe began the practice of providing detailed information on cash flow, tax receipts and budget expenditures on a regular basis — Swan said this week he plans to expand on the practice.

Swan also said he would soon be taking steps toward fulfilling other campaign promises, and both need to have local laws changed to enact them. County leaders have to date expressed support for Swan’s initiatives.

The easiest to accomplish might be the ability to accept credit and debit cards and electronic money transfers for tax payments.

The second initiative is establishing the opportunity for citizens pay for taxes — from one to three years in arrears — in installments.

Existing laws only allow property owners to pay their back taxes after their current year's taxes are paid up – and taxes must be paid in one lump sum for a year's liability, even if the sum is staggering.

Now, only citizens behind by three years on their taxes are eligible to negotiate a payment program for the old balance due.

This initiative of partial payments was criticized by Swan’s political opponent in the fall campaign. Michael O’Keefe suggest-

New Warren County Treasurer Michael Swan attends to paperwork during his third day in office.

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ed that it would slow down collections of overdue taxes by the county and hurt revenues.

Others countered that it would boost revenues by helping people catch up. Slower collections, they also noted, prompt fines and interest earnings by the time the total due is paid, yielding higher earnings for the

county.

While Swan’s focus has been on pursuing some radical changes, the tradition of the office is impressive, the new Treasurer said this week.

“It's humbling to follow in the footsteps of John Wertime and Frank O'Keefe, considering their accomplishments,” he said.

Stewart’s Shops breaks charity record for holiday season in 2011 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Stewart’s Shops’ 25th annual Holiday Match program concluded this week with a record dollar amount contributed to local children’s charities, company officials said.

The convenience store company and ice cream manufacturer has announced that Stewart’s customers contributed $700,000 in the fundraiser. Stewart’s is matching that amount, with a total of $1.4 million to be distributed to local children’s charitable organizations in Spring 2012.

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Christmas in May set for Lake George thom@denpubs.com LAKE GEORGE — Visitors to Lake George Village during a weekend this May are likely to believe they are in a time warp, if the mayor ’s plans are realized.

Village Mayor Robert Blais announced Jan. 9 to village trustees that he is planning a village-wide celebration of Christmas over Mothers Day weekend.

The event, titled May You Have a Very Merry Christmas, is to feature Christmas decorations in stores around town, a concert of Christmas music in Shepard Park by the Lake George Community Band, and holiday dinners in hotels and restaurants. These venues are to be adorned with Christmas trees and holiday decorations for the event, envisioned to be held May 11

through 13.

Also, Blais said he’s lined up an Elvis tribute artist who has agreed to perform a concert encompassing Elvis’ Christmas album, the bestselling holiday record of all time.

The mayor said he’s already talked to vendors of Christmas-related crafts and a person who will bring live reindeer to the village.

A featured event during the mid-May weekend would be a parade of boats, sponsored by marinas, taverns and restaurants, decorated in holiday themes, perhaps competing for prizes. Blais said his visit to to another municipality where such an event was successful sparked his interest in holding a similar celebration in Lake George.

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About 40 minutes later, Lawson received a follow-up phone call that Bertrand had died. Students said late afternoon that they heard he had died of natural causes, perhaps a heart attack.

“It’s a sad, sad loss for all of us,” Lawson said. “He was a remarkable teacher, coach, mentor and friend — and he had outstanding rapport with students.”

Lawson said that counselors, social workers and a school psychologist were busy consoling students, who had heard the announcement during their first-period class Tuesday.

“Our staff and faculty did a great job listening to and counseling students, which went on through the entire day.” Lawson said, noting that classes were held, but some after-school activities were cancelled.

Brent Bertrand, 54, was hired by Warrensburg Central School District in 1983, and spent 28 years with the school. From 1986 to 2003, he served as Junior Varsity Softball coach. He also served three years as Varsity Softball coach, most recently in 2011.

His coaching tenure included coaching squads in the 1990s that went on in subsequent years to the state championship finals three times in the 1990s.

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Lawson said that in all those years of being on the job, Bertrand only took only three sick days off.

“Taking only a few days off in all those years is a true testament to his dedication and commitment to his community,” Lawson said. “He had a way of bonding with kids, he earned their trust and inspired them,” he added. “There wasn’t a person he couldn't get along with.

Lawson’s administrative assistant Jackie Hazlett, also praised Bertrand’s character.

“He was just a super guy — outgoing and friendly — and he had great rapport with all the kids,” she said. “Brent was always enthusiastic, encouraging everyone he ran into.”

Hazlett said a swath of paper was pinned onto a wall in the school cafeteria, and students were encouraged to write their thoughts about Bertrand on the mural — titled “Messages to Mister B” throughout the day. Students wrote not only messages but treasured memories, poems, musings, and heartfelt tributes, she said.

She noted that Bertrand often showed up at school before 6 a.m. to begin the day, and was often the last to leave the building — demonstrating remarkable dedication to students.

“He was always willing to go the extra distance for any kid,” she said. “Brent was not only inspiring, but always pleasant and fun.”

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This free presentation will include Zaffo’s personal findings from his lifelong study of the phenomena, and he will talk about the apparatus he invented to recreate the aurora borealis on a miniature scale.

Zaffo’s articles have been published in the Journal of Geoscience Education. The event is sponsored by the Stony Creek Library, and refreshments will be available. For details, call the library at 696-5911.

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Blais said the event, to be held July 21, is to include competition sanctioned by a national standup paddling association. Blais said competitors would paddle surfboard-like devices through a set course off Shepard Park Beach.

He said Pensel was now applying for a regatta permit from the Lake George Park Commission.

Blais also announced that the Queens Great Boating Weekend has both a title change and major expansion under way for 2012.

To be named Performance Weekend, the event, set for May 18-20, will feature high performance powerboat demonstrations, sailboat races, custom cars, a parade, and fireworks.

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They are a family- and community-oriented group that helps people in need throughout the entire year. They assist veterans and their families, as well as organize fundraisers, benefits, garage sales.

They also accept donations of clothing and food for those in need.Additionally, the Freedom Riders participate in community functions to help the local food pantries and charities.

Recently the club members conducted two toy drives for Christmas and helped four families in the area who otherwise would not have had gift exchanges on Christmas.

As with all the events the group participates in or hosts, the proceeds go back to the local community. The Freedom Riders go further with their charity efforts, attending and volunteering for other motorcycle clubs‘ activities.

Those readers who’d like to learn more about the club, see: adkfreedomridersrc.net or contact them via email at: freedomridersrc@aol.com.

Look for upcoming events from the Club and support a great effort.

Also, club officers are available for information: Michael J. Sioui, president, at 6549465; Lonnie Rumpf, vice president at 6965428; or Anna Randall, quartermaster, at 696-7085.

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Bear with me ... New York O ver the years, I’ve listened to numerous deer hunters explain their lack of success, with excuses such as, “my sights were off” or “the brush was too thick” or “the sun was in my eyes.”

Throughout my non-illustrious, hunting career, I’ve uttered many of the same excuses. However, whenever I’ve failed to fill my tag, which is more often than not, I’ve jokingly attributed it to my fondness for “track soup.”

For those unfamiliar with this popular Northwood’s delicacy, “track soup” is a wild mixture that combines equal portions of forest frustration, bad backwoods luck, and poor marksmanship, mixed in with generous helpings of fresh deer tracks, a few shortened shirt-tails, and just a smidge of whiskey, to add character.

An appropriate supply of deer tracks can often be found on the nearest runway, where whitetail flags are usually observed disappearing into the distance. Running tracks are fine, however I prefer “walking tracks,” as they are usually more condensed.

I’ve also discovered the tastiest soup is made from fresh deer tracks, left in deep snow. Snowbound tracks provide a far better stock, than tracks found in mud or leaves, which often impart woody flavor and a rather gritty consistency to my soup.

Although I joke about fictitious “track soup,” in reality, bear paw soup is no laughing matter. Bear paw soup, which is a traditional Sichuan delicacy, is actually available in China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Taiwan, Japan, and Korea. It may even be available, upon request, in some of North America’s most upscale, Chinese restaurants, where a single portion can cost upward of $1,000, or more.

As the name implies, the soup’s main ingredient is a freshly harvested bear paw, complete with claws, fur, pads and all. Reportedly, this strange entrée features just the front paws, which are not as tough as the hind paws. Ideally, a left front paw is the prime choice of true connoisseurs. It is considered the most tender, since bears lick it the most.

Paws are not the only commodities harvested from black bear. Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine also use bear bile, and bear gall bladders to treat a variety of maladies ranging from fevers and erectile dysfunction to improving vision or as an aphrodisiac.

Although synthetic alternatives are currently available, there remains great demand for all organic, wild bear bile.

As a result of the over harvest of wild populations of native bear in the region, bear farms have sprouted up throughout Southeast Asia, where captive bruins are regularly ‘milked’ for their bile, in a painful and gruesome process.

Prior to the development of synthetic alternatives, and the advent of bear bile harvesting technologies, most of the bear parts sold overseas originated in the wild. And

they still do, with prime gall bladders from wild specimens fetching upwards of $3,000 on the black market.

According to Alan Green, an investigative journalist and author of Animal Underworld, the illegal trade in exotic species and animal parts is estimated to generate over $25 billion annually. It is big business, and it remains second only to the global drug trade in terms of illegal dollars. Due to the burgeoning new wealth of the Far East, there are growing concerns over the increasing exploitation of wild bear populations, worldwide, especially in Russia, and North America.

New York, with an estimated population of more than 6,000 black bears, has long been a major supplier of bear parts, and taxidermists across the state continue to legally purchase bear gall bladders, paws and claws for resale. It is one of only eight states in the entire nation that continue to permit the trade to flourish.

However, due to the lack of effective oversight and regulations, unscrupulous hunters may have been able to sell bear organs that came from animals harvested in Pennsylvania, New Jersey or elsewhere, to dealers in New York.

Until now, it has been difficult for taxidermists to determine where a gall bladder actually came from. The organs, which are roughly the size of a pear, can easily be concealed and transported across state lines. It is impossible to determine if a detached organ came from a bear in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania or elsewhere.

However, on Jan. 1, 2012, New York enacted new legislation to regulate the trade, in an effort to prevent the sale of non-native bear parts. Although DEC officials believe the vast majority of taxidermists have been acting in good faith, there was growing concern that increased demand will lead to increased prices, and in depressed economies, black markets tend to thrive.

Bud Piserchia, owner of North Country Taxidermy in Keene, is one of the best-known, local buyers of bear gall bladder and claws. Regarding the new law, Piserchia said, “There really hasn’t been a lot of changes. It’s always been DEC’s contention that hunters can legally utilize all parts of the bear. We buy galls and we also buy the claws, and the pelts.”

“Taxidermists have always been required to see it (the seller ’s Big Game tag), but now all that paperwork stays with the gall bladder, and the only difference is that we now have to get additional information for the DEC on the buyers. And we still have to file an annual report to DEC, with the name, address, tag number, WMU, date of kill, and all that. We’ve always kept accurate records.”

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Here is a shot of a black bear lumbering through the woods. Often it is difficult to get a good look at a black bear, they are extremely elusive characters, with a g reat sense of smell and a unique sense of natural wariness. Although black bear ar e often considered the 'clown of the woods', due t o their seemingly lumbering and bumbling wa ys, they have the ability to accelerate to over 35 mph in an instant, and they can disappear by blending into the forest even faster.

Piserchia continued, “It used to be that all the Koreans would come to New York to buy bear, but after the Soviet Union broke up, the Koreans got most of their bears from Russia, where the bears are bigger.”

“Dealers used to buy 80 to 100 galls from me every year, but now they only buy about 10. We used to get $35 an ounce for a gall, which averages about 3-8 ounces, but now they only pay about $10 an ounce, and we sell less than a dozen pieces.”

According to Ed Reed, a Wildlife Biologist with DEC Region 5, there was a lot of misinformation disseminated in the campaign, which was sponsored by Born Free USA. Reed claimed, “The new law was pushed by anti-hunting groups, and it’s ludicrous to believe that hunters are shooting bear just for the gall. New York wants hunters to be able to utilize all of the meat. It will not effect bear hunting; it is only intended to regulate the sale of bear parts.”

Most hunters I spoke with seemed to agree with Reed’s assessment, including one old, bear hunter who explained, “Huntin’ bear ’s too much g-damn work, just to kill ‘em just for a gall, claws and all. Why Hell, ya’d git more money fer a robe, to make inta a rug, than ya’d git fer just a g-damn bladder ‘n paws. If I kill one, I’ll be draggin’ the whole g-damn thing out; ya kin bet yer a.. on that!”

It appears there is little reason for ethical hunters to be concerned about this preemptive, preventative measure. A section of the new law defines the bill’s intent. It reads, “This legislation is narrowly crafted to solely restrict commerce in bear gallbladders and bile. It does not impact legal hunting rights, trade in bear parts other than gallbladder and bile, or the ability of the New York Department of Environmental Conservation to possess, transport, deliver, or receive gallbladders or bile for law enforcement purposes.”

Jason Kemper, president of the NYS Conservation Fund Advisory Board agrees. He explained, “It hasn’t been a big problem for DEC yet, but the potential (for out of state sellers to bring illegal bear parts to NY) was there. The DEC wanted to make sure that New York did not become a hub for illegal trade.”

Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook.

Contact him at brookside18@adelphia.net.

Fort Edward 66, Bolton 15

Girls Basketball

Whitehall 29, North Warren 26 CHESTERTOWN — The Cougars put up a strong second quarter, but trailed Whitehall all through the game Jan. 6.

North Warren's Keira Warner led her squad with 12 points. Amber Frasier followed with 8. Megan McDonough sank the game's only three-pointer.

Fort Edward 61, Warrensburg 25

WARRENSBURG — The Burgher's were outpaced all game Jan. 6 in a rout by Fort Edward. Mika Morehouse led Warrensburg

with 8 points. Jaci O'Brien earned her squad's only three-pointer.

Argyle 74, Bolton 28

ARGYLE — Bolton faced a 44-point deficit by halftime during the runaway Scots victory Jan. 6. Bolton scoring was led by Megan Flynn's 9 points.

Lake George 51, Salem 16

LAKE GEORGE — The Warriors opened with a small lead after the first quarter, building to a runaway victory at home Jan. 6. The top Lake George scorer was Courtney Laczko with 14 points. Amanda Chambers followed with 13, including a three-pointer.

Chelsea Sipowicz tallied 9.

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Hartford 36, Lake George 29 QUEENSBURY — Following an early lead

by Hartford, the Warriors rallied to push the game into overtime, but a decisive 9-2 quarter from Hartford sealed Lake George loss Jan. 9.

Warrior Courtney Laczko led team scoring with 13 points. Amanda Chambers followed with 12, including a three-pointer.

Salem 51, Warrensburg 34

Chelsea Sipowicz, Lake George Warriors

QUEENSBURY — The Burghers were outpaced by Salem in nearly all quarters, with a substantial lead built by the closing buzzer Jan. 9. Warrensburg scoring was led by Jaci O'Brien's two three-pointers and Chiara Russo and Kerrigan Roth's 6 points each.

QUEENSBURY — Bolton couldn't overcome a Fort Edward defense that kept Eagle scoring in the single digits each quarter Jan. 9. Kim Wright managed to sink a threepointer for Bolton, with Abigail Seamans chipping in a two-pointer and a foul shot.

Fort Ann 64, North Warren 33

QUEENSBURY — The Cougars kept the game within 5 points by halftime, but a second-half rally by Fort Ann left North Warren in the dust Jan. 10. North Warren scoring was led by Kiera Warner's 14 points including one three-point shot. Cassie Maday sank another three-pointer in the effort.

Boys basketball

Hadley-Luzerne 53, W’burg 38 WARRENSBURG — The Burghers built a 14-point lead by halftime, but a hard push back from Hadley-Luzerne flipped the deficit to 15 points in the away team's favor by the final buzzer Jan. 4. The top Burgher scorers were Justin McKinney and Hunter Werner, each with 10 points. McKinney earned two three-pointers.

Bolton 52, Corinth 47

BOLTON — The Eagles were led by two 20-point plus players in their win Jan. 4.

Billy Smith earned 24 points in the effort; Mitchell Jordon added 21. Seven more points from teammates were added by their teammates.

Lake George 47, North Warren 33

LAKE GEORGE — The Cougars and Warriors played a tight game through halftime Jan. 4, but a Lake George effort in the second half secured their home win.

Warrior scoring was led by Ryan Moll's 13 points, followed closely by Aaron Chambers' 11 points and Joel Wincowski's 10.

North Warren was led by Benn Frasier's game-high 16 points. Ethan Schenke and Nick Sapienza both earned two three-pointers for their squad.

Argyle 82, Bolton 45

BOLTON — Though they played in the lead for the first quarter, Argyle's offense responded strongly to dominate scoring for the rest of the Jan. 6 game. Bolton's Billy Smith led squad scoring with 14 points, including two three-pointers. Mitchell Jordon added 11 points to their tally.

Lake George 57, Salem 45

SALEM — The Warriors trailed after the first quarter, but a 22-15 second and a 19-2 third quarters gave them the momentum to seal the away win Jan. 6.

Lake George's Ethan Wincowski tallied 20 points with one three-pointer. Joel Wincowski earned 12 including two three-pointers.

Aaron Chambers tallied 9, with one threepointer.

North Warren 64, Whitehall 42

WHITEHALL — The Cougars only stumbled in the third quarter Jan. 6 on their way to a decisive away victory.

North Warren's Benn Frasier tallied 16 points for his team. Ethan Schenke and Nick Sapenza earned 9 points each, both with a three-pointer.

Fort Edward 53, Warrensburg 39

FORT EDWARD — The Burghers were outpaced in all quarters in away play Jan. 6.

Warrensburg scoring was led by Tyler Williams' 11 points, including a three-pointer. Tyler Wilcox and Justin McKinney added 9 points each.

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January 14, 2012

Warren County realigns leadership for 2012

By Thom Randall

thom@denpubs.com QUEENSBURY — Responsibilities were shuffled among Warren County leaders as five new county supervisors were sworn in Thursday Jan. 5. These changes in county committee leadership were enacted at the county’s annual organizational meeting.

The Board of Supervisors, however, retained Dan Stec as its chairman. He has served in the position for one year.

Administered the oath of office were Johnsburg Supervisor Ron Vanselow, Lake George Supervisor Dennis Dickinson, Queensbury Supervisors-at-large Mark Westcott and William Mason, and Hague Supervisor Edna Frasier.

With the retirement of Dan Belden, Horicon Supervisor Ralph Bentley of Horicon was appointed to Belden’s long-time post chairing the county Public Works Committee.

Due to the departure of former county Supervisor William VanNess of Queensbury after his election loss, Thurman Supervisor Evelyn Wood has taken over the helm of the Public Safety Committee.

With the retirement of Sterling Goodspeed, Chester Supervisor Fred Monroe is assuming Goodspeed’s post as chairman of the Real Property Tax Services Committee.

Monroe also moves into the chairmanship of the Legislative and Rules Committee, taking over from Bentley.

Glens Falls Ward 1 Supervisor Dan Girard takes over the leadership of the County Facilities Committee due to the departure of Frank McCoy, who lost his bid for re-election as Lake George Supervisor.

County Supervisor-at-large Dave Strainer is now the leader of the Community College Committee, taking over from county supervisor Fred Champagne of Queensbury, who retired Dec. 31. Champagne was hailed for his 18 years of service at the Jan. 5 meeting.

With the elimination of the county Planning Department, the county Planning & Community Development Committee was scrapped, and its functions were consolidated with the Economic Growth & Development Committee, chaired by Glens Falls Ward 3 Supervisor Bud Taylor.

Appointments were also made as follows to supervisors in northern Warren County: • Warrensburg Supervisor Kevin Geraghty was re-appointed county Budget Officer — and he was praised for his work.

• Designated as representatives to the Intercounty Legislative Committee of the Adirondacks were Stony Creek Supervisor Frank Thomas, Thurman Supervisor Evelyn Wood, Lake George Supervisor Dennis Dickinson, Chester Supervisor Fred Monroe, Horicon Supervisor Ralph Bentley — as well as Geraghty.

• Monroe and Glens Falls Ward 3 Supervisor Bud Taylor were named to serve on the Intercounty Solid Waste Coordinating Committee.

• Wood and Bolton Supervisor Ron

Taking the oath of office as they stepped into their new roles as Warren County Supervisors, were (from left): county supervisors-at-large Mark Westcott and William Mason (center front), Johnsburg Supervisor Ron Vanselow (second from left), as well as Hague Supervisor Edna Frasier and Lake George Supervisor Dennis Dickinson (right). County Board of Supervisors Chairman Dan Stec, (center rear) welcomed the five to the board after they were sworn in.

Photo by Thom Randall

County finances from page 1 health, and 2011 saw this improving trend continue substantially,” he said.

This frugal budgeting both in 2010 and 2011 — with the smallest tax increases in the last 20 years — was accomplished in two of the worst years for sales and mortgage tax revenue and slashed state aid, he said.

This trend of budget containment was likely not sustainable in the future, Stec said, considering that the state continues to mandate more costly programs while they are imposing a 2 percent property tax cap.

“Meaningful mandate relief is a must,” he said.

Stec also cited a long list of tourism-related accomplishments, which included signing railway lease contracts with Iowa Pacific Holdings, which launched the Saratoga-North Creek Railway. This new passenger rail service has enjoyed substantial success so far and is already sparking a revival in North Creek’s economy, he said. The railway is also moving forward on its aim of providing freight service that is expected to spur industry and create jobs, Stec added.

“The prospect of freight service and economic development opportunity both south and north of our county boundaries hold great potential for not only Warren County but also northern Saratoga and Essex counties,” he said.

Stec also praised county leaders for successfully negotiating with the state to substantially reduce its leasing fees for Americade motorcycle rally’s week-long use of Million Dollar Beach parking lot. The stiff charges they sought had threatened to chase Americade out of state, causing the loss of $42 million or more in revenue to area businesses, he said.

Conover were appointed as members of the Lake Champlain-Lake George Regional Planning Board for 2012. This board will be effectively taking over the responsibilities of the county Planning Board, which was disbanded as of Dec. 31.

• Wood and Thomas were named to the Board of Directors of the Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District.

• Bentley and Lake Luzerne Supervisor Gene Merlino were appointed to the District Fish and Wildlife Management Board.

Stec also hailed the consolidation of emergency and police dispatch services during 2011 with the city of Glens Falls. Such intermunicipal cooperation will provide financial benefits for both the city and county, he said.

Progress on the environment and county infrastructure was also noted by Stec.

He cited the progress on development of the West Brook Environmental Park, which included demolition of the former Gaslight Village buildings as well as securing funding and developing plans for the park. West Brook park is envisioned as a promising tourist attraction while accomplishing its primary aim of reducing pollution of Lake George by filtering stormwater through engineered wetlands.

He also praised the county’s decision to commit funds to combat the invasive Asian clams in Lake George, as well as enacting New York State’s first invasive species law in 2011.

Stec also hailed county workers for their dedication and resourcefulness in responding to the storms on Memorial Day weekend as well as Tropical Storm Irene, which devastated property, infrastructure and roadways, particularly in the town of Thurman.

He also mentioned the completion of the Main St. reconstruction project, which included streetscaping, new sewer and underground utility infrastructure, plus rebuilding the road with an added third lane.

He also talked of how the county had reached the end of the expensive trash burn plant contracts, and were able to reap some income from the sale of the plant.

Stec concluded that frugal and appropriate allocation of finances would be the county’s main focus for 2012.

“We’ve done much solid work in 2011 in very difficult times,” Stec said. “With the help of the tremendous county workforce, I’m confident that we will continue to improve Warren County government.”

• Thomas was named to the Greater Adirondack Resource Conservation and Development Council, and Geraghty and Bentley were named alternates.

• Monroe, Geraghty, Conover and Queensbury Supervisor Dan Stec were appointed to the county Labor/Management Committee.

• County Public Works Superintendent Jeff Tennyson of Chester was appointed to the Lake George Watershed Conference.

• Bentley was named a Trustee of the

Supreme Court Library through 2013.

• Thomas, Taylor, Girard, as well as Philip Goodman Jr. of Johnsburg and Sharon Sano of Lake George were named to the Warren County Youth Board.

After the swearing in of the five new supervisors, county Board of Supervisors Chairman Dan Stec invited them to sit in their respective seats — vintage chairs that he joked were salvaged from Roswell, NM after some nuclear testing, perhaps due to their retro design and peach-pink hue.

Welfare fraud

or more in public assistance benefits from January 2008 through December 2011 that they were not eligible to collect.

The charges contain allegations that the Ramseys filed applications and re-certifications with the Department of Social Services that contained false information.

The Ramseys were arraigned in Queensbury Town Court and released on their own recognizance; ordered to return to court at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 6.

Conducting the investigation was county Sheriff ’s Investigator Kevin W. Conine and county Social Services Investigator Elizabeth Burke. Glens Falls Police Detective Paul Frettoloso assisted.

Elvis impersonator Joe R amsey, of Glens Falls, has been arr ested and charged with w elfare fr aud along with his wife, Angela Ramsey. Their mugshots are at right.

from page 1

Joe Ramsey is a popular, award-winning Elvis impersonator, appearing at various venues locally and across the eastern U.S. and Canada. He has won accolades at the annual Lake George Elvis Festival, and he won First Place in the 2010 New England Elvis Festival.

In shows from Memphis to Montreal, he has wowed crowds with his powerful vocals and stage presence — both of which bear an uncanny resemblance to Elvis Presley.

Police said the Ramseys received $50,297

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Thursday, Jan. 12 WARRENSBURG — Readings by regional authors, 2 p.m. at Willows Bistro, 3749 Main St. Memoir, essays, poetry, short story selections. Featured this session: short stories by Vincent Palazzo and Nancy Kimball, Memoir and poetry by Lee Merrett and M ike Mender, former Post-Star reporter, reading fr om his new thr iller Dar k Tempest Rolling . Sig ned books available for purchase. Free. Refreshments available.

Details: 504-4344 or: www.willowsbistro.com.

Friday, Jan. 13

STONY CREEK — Concert of folk music by Nancy Walker Trio, 7 p.m. at the St ony Creek Town Hall, 52 Hadley Road .

Trio features the plaintiv e countr y sounds of Walker with Larry Clyman and Sam Zucchini. Music, storytelling. Free. A presentation of the Stony Creek Library’s Winter Concert Series. Details: 696-5911.

Friday-Monday, Jan. 13-16

WARREN COUNTY — Winter Classic Gir ls' Hock ey Tournament, Lake George Forum, 2200 state Rte. 9; Glens Falls Civic Center, and Glens Falls Recreation Center, Fire Rd. Various times. Most prominent girls-only ice hockey tourneys in New York. 50 teams from Canada and the U.S., 4 age divisions. Details: www.adirondacknorthstars.com.

Saturday, Jan. 14

CHESTERTOWN — Open House , Nor th Warren Emergency Medical Squad, 1 p.m.- 6 p.m. at squad headquarters, Rte. 8, Chestertown. See the squad’s advanced Life Support equipment, as well as a Medivac helicopter provided by Life Net of Albany Medical Center. Also0, tour their state-of-theart squad building and enjoy r efreshments, and g reet the EMS staffers who are on duty 24/7 to protect citizens’ lives.

CHESTERTOWN — Exhibition Closing Reception, 2 p.m.4 p.m. at Ar t in Chest ertown G allery, M ain St. downt own.

Innovative art. various media, meet the artists. Free. Details: 803-4034 or: www.northcountryartscenter.org.

NORTH CREEK — Classical pianist E ugene Albulescu in concert, 7:30 p.m. in Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main St. Works by Beethov en and M ozart. $. D etails: 6811715 or: www.upperhudsonmusicalarts.org.

Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 14-15

LAKE GEORGE — “Spice up Your Winter” wine tasting, Wine Tasting, daily at Adirondack Winery, 285 Canada St. Spiced mulled wines pair ed with home -baked treat; free.

Sat., 11:30 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Details: 6689463 or: www.adirondackwinery.com.

Sunday, Jan. 15

JOHNSBURG— Fireworks & Torchlight Parade, 7 p .m. at Gore Mountain Ski Center, 793 Peaceful Valley Rd. Free for spectators. Details: 251-2411 or: www.goremountain.com.

GLENS FALLS — Exhibit opening, “Odetta, the Queen of Folk,” Crandall Public Library, 251 Glen St. Exhibit of paintings, prints, drawings by Stephen Alcorn celebrating the life

CHURCH LISTINGS - The Adirondack Journal provides this church directory as a courtesy to our readers and visitors to our area. Any changes or additions can be made by calling 873-6368.

BOLTON Emmanuel United Methodist Church Sunday Service at 9 a.m. 644-9962.

Rev. Henry C. Freuh, Pastor First Baptist Church - (A.B.C. Affiliated) Sunday School at 9 a.m. Morning Worship at 10 a.m.; Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

Bible Study & Prayer. For information, call 644-9103. website: firstbaptistchurchboltonlandingny.com Rev. Edward Blanchard.

Solid Rock Assembly of God - Sunday School for all ages at 10 a.m. Adult Worship Service and Children’s Church at 11 a.m.

Thursday evening Bible Study with Sister Dale at 6 p.m.

For information call Pastor Skip and Sister Dale Hults at 251-4324.

Episcopal Church of Saint Sacrament, Bolton Landing - Sat. Evening Mass 5 p.m.; Sun. Eucharist 8 a.m. (Memorial Day Columbus Day); Sun. Eucharist 10 a.m.; Sun. School 11 a.m.; Bible Study Mondays 7 p.m.; Father Jim Loughren.

(518) 644-9613, email: frjim@stsacrement.com Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church Goodman Avenue. Sunday Mass 10:45 a.m.; Rosary and Novena 9 a.m. Tuesday; Communion Service 9 a.m. Thursday and Saturday. Parish Life Director Kathie Sousa, D.Min. 644-3861, email BlessedSacrament@nycap.rr.com, website BlessedSacramentBolton.org.

BRANT LAKE Adirondack Missions of the Episcopal Church 494-3314 - Fr. Robert Limpert, Fr. Michael Webber, Fr. Dennis Pressley St. Paul’s Episcopal Church - Sunday Eucharist 9 a.m. (see Adirondack Mission, above).

Brant Lake Wesleyan - Morning worship 9 a.m., Fellowship 10-10:30 a.m., Sunday school 10:30-11:15 a.m. 494-2816.

Horicon Baptist Church - Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Sunday Worship 11 a.m., Sunday Evening 6 a.m., Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 7 p.m. 494-2584.

BILLʼS RESTAURANT Family Dining Main St., Warrensburg, NY • 623-2669 “Stop before or after church!”

and times of Odetta Holmes. Runs through June 15. Details: 792-6508 or: www.crandalllibrary.org.

Tuesday-Sunday, Jan. 17-22

JOHNSBURG — Take Your Daughter to Gore Week, Gore Mountain Ski Center, 793 Peaceful Valley Rd. Daughters 19 and under sk i, r ide and tube fr ee with full pa ying parent.

Begins at 8:30 a.m. $. Details: 251-2411 or: www.goremountain.com.

Friday, Jan. 20

CHESTERTOWN — Exhibition Reception, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. at Art in Chestertown Gallery, Main St. downtown. Innovative art. various media, meet the ar tists. Free. Details: 8034034 or: www.northcountryartscenter.org.

GLENS FALLS — Reception f or “Creation M yths” exhibition of w ork by Nor theast Feltmakers Guild , 5-7 p .m. at LARAC G allery, 7 L apham P lace. E xhibit t hrough Feb. 1 7, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.- 3 p .m. F ree. D etails: 798-1144 or : www.larac.org.

Saturday, Jan. 21

BRANT LAKE — Annual BobWhitford Ice Fishing Tournament, starts at 8 a.m. Awards ceremony follows at the Panther Mountain Inn. Call 588-5136 for details.

WARRENSBURG — M eat loaf dinner , 4:30-6:20 p .m. at First United Methodist Church, 3890 Main St. Hearty food, great socializing. Peach cobbler for dessert, take-outs available. $. Details: 623-9334.

QUEENSBURY — Warren County Historical Society annual luncheon, noon-3:30 p.m. at Montcalm Restaurant, 1415 state R te. 9. P rogram: “Strong Women of Warren County's History,” by Teri Gay, Public is encouraged t o attend. Prepay r eservations by Jan. 12th. D etails: 743-0734 or : www.warrencountyhistoricalsociety.org.

Tuesday-Wednesday, Jan. 24-25

GLENS FALLS — “Sesame Street Live! with Elmo and Friends, City Civic Center. Singing, dancing television characters. Tues., 7 p.m.; Weds., 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Details: 855432-2849 or: www.glensfallscc.com.

Ongoing:

CHESTERTOWN — “Holiday Treasures” exhibit in Ar t in Chestertown G allery, thr ough Jan.14, 6378 stat e R te. 9 (Main St.) F ine ar t, var ious media, by ar ea ar tists and ar tisans.Gallery hours: Thurs.-Dun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Details: 8034034 or: www.northcountryartscenter.org.

THURMAN — C ountry Dinner Dances at the f ormer Northwoods Inn on 188 Bear P ond Road, every other Saturday ev ening through Apr il, star ting Jan. 14. Star ts at 6 p.m. with buffet supper and dessert. Partner and line dance lessons, then open dancing t o DJ . $15 donation. D etails: contact: smokinggunevents@gmail.com.

CHESTERTOWN — Not only g reat books and resources, but exhibits at Chest er Librar y, Chester Municipal C enter, Main St. Story Time and Sing-A-Long every Friday at 11 a.m.

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NORTH CREEK — Upper Hudson Musical Arts wishes to announce a concert by pianist Eugene Albulescu Saturday, Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Tannery Pond Community Center.

The performance will include; Ludwig Van Beethoven’s Sonata in F Minor Op. 2 No. 1 and Sonata in E Flat Major, Op. 7 and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Sonata in F Major, K332 and Sonata in E Flat Major, K282.

New York Times critic Harold Schonberg praised Albulescu in the American Record Guide for his “infallible fingers of steel,” declaring that “nothing, anywhere, has any terrors for him.” Albulescu performed in New York at BargeMusic in 1996, and later gave his Carnegie Hall debut in the Stern Auditorium in 2001, performing the Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Or-

Eugene Albulescu chestra of St. Peter ’s-bythe-Sea. He gained national recognition in the U.S. with broadcasts on several classical stations, as well as on NPR’s “Performance Today.”

Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students. Chil-

For details on hours or pr ograms, call 494-5384 or see: www.chesterlibrary.org.

CHESTERTOWN — Yoga sessio ns by instruc tor & lif e coach Susanne Mur tha, 6-7:30 p .m. Wednesdays dur ing January and February at the Town of Chester Library, Chester Municipal C enter on M ain St. Yoga also on M ondays, 5:30-7 p .m. at Mur tha’s studio in Bak ers Mills. Men & women, beginning Jan. 2. Plus Tuesdays 9:30-10:45 a.m. in Bakers Mills, Jan. 10 through February. Details: 251-3015 or: yogaintheadirondacks.com.

CHESTERTOWN—North C ountry Car egivers Suppor t Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Chester-Horicon Health Center at 6:15 p.m. For details, call 251-2581.

CHESTERTOWN — Chess Club meets every Saturday at the Chester Library from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All levels, all ages welcome. Free chess lessons.

Glens Falls. Sunday service is at 10 a.m., with Sunday school for children and youth; child care during the worship service. Coffee hour follows service. The Rev. John Barclay, pastor; K. Bryan Kirk Director of Music and Organist. Church has several youth programs and choirs for all ages from K through adult and occasional concerts. Building is accessible and we are a welcoming congregation with strong music and worship, mission and outreach programs. 518.793.2521. www.fpcgf.org JOHNSBURG RW Johnsburg United Methodist Church Pastor Rodger White - 518-251-2482.

1798 South Johnsburg Rd., Johnsburg.

Worship Service - Sunday 9:45 a.m.

LAKE GEORGE Bay Road Presbyterian Church - 1167 Bay Road (near intersection of Bay & Rt. 149).

Sunday School (Children, Youth, and Adults)-9:00 a.m.

Worship (Praise Songs and Hymns, Kidz Worship & Nursery)-10 a.m.

Coffee Hour -11:00 a.m.

Chris Garrison Pastor, 518-793 -8541 www.bayroadchurch.org Caldwell Presbyterian Church - 71 Montcalm St., Lake George 12845. Rev. Susan Goodin. 518-668-2613. Sunday Service at 10 a.m. Food Pantry Distribution 2nd Friday of month. Website: www.caldwellpres.org.

St. James Episcopal Church - Sunday services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Rev. Julie McPartlin.

668-2001.

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church Mohican St., Lake George, NY 668-2046.

Sat. Vigil Mass at 4 p.m., Reconciliation 3-3:00 P.M., year-round. Sun. Mass at 9:00 a.m. Winters (after Labor Day to Memorial weekend). Sun. Mass at 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Summers (Memorial weekend through Labor Day) Chapel of the Assumption is closed. Ridge Road Route 9L, Cleverdale, NY 668-2046 Fr. Thomas Berardi, pastor Lakeside Chapel (Non-denominational) Sundays 10 a.m. (end of June through Labor Day)

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dren under 12 are free. For more information call 518681-1715 or visit www.upperhudsonmusicalarts.org.

The concert is made possible in part with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts.

CHESTERTOWN — Chest er Librar y Boar d of Trustees meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month in the library at the Municipal Center, Main St. Public welcome.

Details: 494-5384.

LAKE GEORGE — Book Discussion Group meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Caldwell Lake George Library. Details: 668-2528.

LAKE GEORGE — Open mic with all- you-can-eat pizza, socializing,Thursdays at Pizza Jerks, 59 Iroquois St. GLENS FALLS — Exhibit of World Winter Celebrations at World A wareness Childr en's Museum,89 Warren St. Traditions from many countries. Through Dec. 31. Hours: Wed.Sat.: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun.: noon-4 p.m. $. Details: 793-2773 or: www.worldchildrensmuseum.org.

STONY CREEK — Monthly meeting, Stony Creek Library Board of Trustees, 7 p .m. on the second Tuesday of each month, at the library.

CHURCH SERVICES

CHESTER Community United Methodist Church Doug Meyerhoff, Service 10:00 a.m.

Phone 494-3374 (office phone) Faith Bible Church - Sunday school (all ages) - 9 a.m., Sunday worship 10:15 a.m., Sunday Evening 6 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Call for information - 494-7183 - Website: www.faithbiblechurchny.com Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Sunday Eucharist 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Eucharist 10 a.m. (See Adirondack Missions, Brant Lake).

St. Isaac Jogues/St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church - Riverside Drive & Church Street. Saturday Vigil at 4:00 p.m.; Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Rev. John O’Kane. 518-494-5229 Town of Chester Northway Community Fellowship - A Wesleyan Church, Route 8, Chestertown: Sunday Service 11 a.m., Youth and Children’s Programs available. Pastor James Swanson, 518695-3766 DIAMOND POINT Jesus is Lord Campground Campfire Service Friday night campfire service with smores etc. starting at 6:30 p.m. Sunday Morning in July & August 8:30-9:30 a.m. followed by fellowship & food.

518-623-9712. 264 Diamond Point Rd., Exit 23, Diamond Point, NY. Nondenominational Christian Service All welcomed - Children welcomed but no child care provided.

Diamond Point Community Church Services have concluded. Services will resume next June 17, 2012., 10 a.m.

Community Church welcoming all denominations. Visiting ministers. www.diamondpointcommunitychurch.com GLENS FALLS Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Glens Falls - 21 Weeks Rd., off Rt. 9 in Queensbury.

Sunday service 10 a.m. Coffee hr. follows service. Rev. Beverly Waring, Interim Minister. (handicapped accessible, welcoming congregation) 793-1468. Web site: www.glensfallsuu.com.

First Presbyterian Church of Glens Falls - 400 Glen Street at the corner of Notre Dame,

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First United Methodist Church - 78 Montcalm Street, Lake George, N.Y. 12845, Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Rev. Meridith Vanderminden. 743-8756.

Grace Communion International -Worship Services held Saturdays 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Parish Hall. 56 Mohican St., Lake George, NY. Dennis R. Hoyt, Worship Service Facilitator. Home: 518587-1221. Cell: 832-0660. Please call ahead to confirm attendance.

LAKE LUZERNE Hadley-Luzerne Wesleyan Church - 445 Route 9N, Lake Luzerne, NY. Sunday bible hour 9:45 a.m., Sunday morning worship 11 a.m., Wednesday evening groups for all ages 6 - 7:30 p.m.

NORTH CREEK United Methodist Church - Main Street, North Creek across from Community Bank.

Sunday Service 9 a.m. Separate story time for children. Pastor Kristi Van Patten. Call or leave a message 251-2906.

St. James Catholic Church - Main St., North Creek. Sunday mass at 8 a.m. thru Labor Day. 5:30 p.m. Sat. Vigil Mass. Parish Life Director: Sr. Francesca Husselbeck.

Sacramental Minister: Rev. John O’Kane.

518-251-2518 NORTH RIVER United Methodist Church - Service and church school at 10 a.m. For information call 251-4071.

QUEENSBURY Harrisena Community Church - 1616 Ridge Road, Queensbury, NY 12804. Summer Schedule- Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m., Children’s Church, Sunday 9 a.m..

PandaMania Vacation Bible School, August 8 - 12, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Now registering. Offer youth program for teens, adult bible study, children’s Sunday school, scholarship program.

Rev. LaMont Robinson. 792-1902. Web site: http://www.harrisena.org/ POTTERSVILLE Christ Church Episcopal - Sunday Eucharist 12 p.m. Father Jim Loughren. (518) 6449613, email: frjim@christchurchpottersville.com Pottersville United Methodist Church Worship 8:15 a.m.

Rev. Rodger E. White, Jr., 251-2482.

SonRise Lutheran Church - Sunday Worship and fellowship 10:30 a.m. in Faith Hall at SonRise Lutheran Ministries Conference Center, 8260 Rt. 9, Pottersville, NY. For information please call 494-7077. www.sonriselc.org Pastor Benjamin Bahr Lighthouse Baptist Church - Meets at Rt. 9 (next to The Wells House Hotel). Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 10:50 a.m., Evening Service 6:00 p.m., MidWeek Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

STONY CREEK Knowlhurst Baptist Church - Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; evening worship 6 p.m. Wednesday prayer 7 p.m.

Pastor Rex Fullam THURMAN Christ Community Church - Athol: Sunday services 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study and prayer meeting 7 p.m. Rev. William G. Lucia, pastor.

Thurman Baptist Church - Sunday school 9:45

a.m.; worship hour 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday prayer service 7 p.m. Rev. Bob Herrmann, pastor.

Kenyontown United Methodist Church - Sunday services 11 a.m., Bible Study Wed. night at 7 p.m.

WARRENSBURG Free Methodist Church - 250 River St., Warrensburg, NY. Musical Praise & Worship Service - Monthly on Second Saturday. Music for kids to seasoned adults. Everyone welcome.

Refreshments & Fellowship. Come as you are. 518-744-8609.

Pastor Nancy Barrow.

First Presbyterian Church - 2 Stewart Farrar Ave., Worship 10 a.m. with coffee hour following. Youth Club for youth in grades 6 - 12. Meeting for the first and third Wednesday of each month 5:30 7:00 p.m., with a kick-off meeting for both youth and parents being held on Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m.. All youth are invited. For more details, call Rev. Lucy Harris at 623-2723.

Free Methodist Church - Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service 10:45 a.m.; Wednesday midweek prayer and Bible study 7 p.m.

Warrensburg Assembly of God - Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; Thursday youth meeting 7 p.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday prayer 6 p.m.; Bible study 7 p.m. Dr. Ronald Parisi. 6232282.

The Holy Cross of Warrensburg - Sunday Eucharist & Sermon 8 & 10 a.m.; Sunday school 9 a.m.; coffee hour follows each service; Wednesday 5:30 p.m. evening prayer; Holy days as announced. The Very Reverend Marshall J. Vang-Priest in charge. 623-3066.

Faith Baptist Church - Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; preaching services 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday prayer service 7 p.m.

Rev. Lee B. Call 623-4071.

First United Methodist Church - Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Adult Study 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service 11 a.m.; 518-623-9334. Stephen Andrews, Pastor.

St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Church -Eucharist at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m. on Sunday.

Sacrament of Reconciliation 4 p.m.

Saturday. Bible Study, Saturday at 3:30 p.m. & Sunday at 10:15 a.m. Parish Life Director Sister Linda Hogan CSJ & Sacramental Minister Father Paul Cox. 623-3021.

First Baptist Church -3850 Main St., Worship Service 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Sunday school 9:45; Thursday mid-week. 7 p.m.

Ron Burdett, Pastor.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses Sunday Public Talk 9:30 a.m. and Watchtower 10:05 a.m. Bible Study, Theocratic Ministry School and Kingdom Ministry starting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.

623-4601.

Christian Worship Center, Inc. - Corner of Elm St. & Pine Tree Lane, Warrensburg.

Service at 10 a.m on Sunday. For further information 518-696-5468. Rev. Gerald (Jerry) Ellis.

Thurman - Kenyontown United Methodist Church Worship services every week 11 a.m.

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NORTH CREEK, NY Efficiency Units for the working adult. Heat, hot water, cable, furnished. $125/ week. Call 518-251-9910.

PORT HENRY Large 2 bedroom w/ porch. Utilities included, 1/2 security, no pets. $800/mo. (518) 5974270

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In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly made in the above action on the 7th day of December, 2011, I, the undersigned Referee in the Judgment named, will sell at public auction at the front entrance of the Warren County Municipal Center, Lake George, New York on the 23rd day of January, 2012 at 10:00 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, the real property described by the Judgment to be sold, being that real property in the Town of Chester, State of New York, more particularly described in Schedule "A", annexed hereto

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and made a part hereof.

The mortgaged premises will be sold subject to (a) the rights of the public and others in and to any part of the mortgaged premises that lies within the bounds of any street, alley, or highway; (b) covenants, restrictions and easements of record, if any; (c) violations, zoning regulations and ordinances of the City, Town or Village in which said mortgaged premises lie; (d) any state of facts that an accurate, currently dated survey might disclose; (e) the rights of tenants, if any; (f) the right of redemption of the United States of America, if any; and (g) the present condition of the mortgaged property, which shall be sold as is and without any representations or warranties whatsoever.

Dated: December 16, 2011 /s/ Matthew Fuller, Referee B A R T L E T T , PONTIFF, STEWART & RHODES, P.C.

Attorney for Plaintiff Mark A. Lebowitz, of Counsel One Washington St.PO Box 2168 Glens Falls, NY 12801-2168 518 792-2117 Doc. #305536 SCHEDULE A ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, situate in the Town of Chester, Warren County, New York and being a portion of Sub-Lots 7 & 8 of Great Lot 84, Hyde Township, more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the center line of the River Road where same is intersected by the dividing line between the Town of Warrensburg on the South and the Town of Chester on the North; running thence in a general westerly direction along said dividing line approximately 396 feet to a point, which point is shown on Map No. 507, Interstate Route 502-3-6 RiverbankChestertown Section (Adirondack Northway) and is 390.60

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feet easterly measured at right angles from Station N 70 + 59.72 plus or minus; running thence in a general northerly direction along the easterly boundary of parcel 719, to wit, along the easterly boundary of the Adirondack Northway the following courses and distances: N 1 56’ 17" East 178.67 plus or minus feet; N 4 53’ 30" West 1225.47 feet; N 15 08’ 02" West 178.28 feet to a point 216.85 feet easterly measured at right angles from Station N Ext. 85 + 99.37 plus or minus; running thence N 66 50’ East along the dividing line between lands now or formerly of A.C. Emerson Co., Inc., on the North and lands of Zahn on the South to a point in the center line of the River Road (County Road 30); running thence in a general southerly and southwesterly direction along the center line of said River Road to the point or place of beginning.

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EXCEPTING AND RESERVING Parcel #720 as shown on the hereinabove referred to Map No. 507, to wit, a permanent easement for drainage.

EXCEPTING AND RESERVING from the above described premises the following parcel of land; ALL THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND situate, lying and being in the Town of Chester, Warren County, New York and being a portion of Sublot No. 7 of Great Lot, Hyde Township, which parcel is more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the center line of River Road (County Road 30), where same is intersected by lands now or formerly of A.C. Emerson Co., Inc. on the North and lands of Beadnell and Carstens on the south (deed reference; Book 583 pg 24) and running thence in a general southerly direction along the center line of said River Road 600 feet to a point;

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X 4ft terratone temp low E w/SCR, hardware***. Brand new, stored at T. C. Murphy Lumber CO. Original prices 1245.50*, 1059.50**, 465.50*** = 2770.50. Will sell for $2400, no tax. Contact 518-494 5436.

COLEMAN VERTEX 7500 Professional Verticle Generator overhead valve, commercial 14.5 Gentex Pro Briggs & Stratton. Circuit breaker protection. 1-240 receptacle, 4-120 receptacles. Electric start, on wheels, runs perfectly, little use! 518-222-9802. $525 CONCEPT 2 Model E Rowing Machine with professional monitor (PM4). Like new, mint condition, all paperwork included. Paid $1320, sell $600. (Look on internet). 518-222-9802.

KURBY CENTRIA Vacuum Cleaner with shampoo kit. 518-623-5444. $800 MOTORIZED TRAVEL Chair new batteries, excellent condition. 518222-1338. $1,200 POOL TABLE Bar size, slate top, good condition. 518-585-7020. $450 SKIS (2 pair) Cross Country, Rosignol, Alpino men's boots & bindings, Size 45, $125. Back Country, bindings fit regular hiking boots, $75. Charlie 518-623-2197.

SNOWSHOES ASH/RAWHIDE, Green Mountain type w/excellent bindings, 200lbs. weight class, $75 each. Charlie 518-623-2197

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running thence generally south 66 50’ West to the easterly boundary of the Adirondack Northway (Interstate Route 5023-6 RiverbankChestertown Section), the intent of the above bearing is to run on a line parallel to the dividing line between lands of A.C. Emerson Co., Inc. on the North and lands of Beadnell and Carstens on the South; running thence in a general northerly direction along the easterly boundary of the aforesaid Route 87 to a point, which point marks the dividing line between lands of A.C. Emerson Co., Inc. on the North and lands of Beadnell and Carstens on the South; running thence along said division line generally North 66 50’ East approximately 580 feet to the point or place of beginning.

Containing by estimation 8‰ acres of land, be the same more or less.

BEING a portion of the premises conveyed by Anthany Beadnell and Susan K. Beadnell, his

wife, Gary E. Carstens and John Collins to Anthany Beadnell and Susan K. Beadnell, his wife and Gary E. Carstens by Warranty Deed dated August 7, 1974, and recorded August 9, 1974, in the Warren County Clerk s Office in Book 583 of Deeds at page 224.

BEING the same premises described in a Deed dated July 8, 1975 from Anthany Beadnell and Susan K. Beadnell, his wife and Gary E. Carstens to Gary E. Carstens, and recorded in the Warren County Clerk s Office on July 10, 1975 in Book 589 at Page 710.

BEING the same premises described in a Deed dated August 4, 1998 from Ralph W. Bentley to Richard Eastman, which said Deed was recorded at the Warren County Clerk s Office in Book 1078 of Deeds at Page 161 on the 21st day of August, 1998.

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GUNS & AMMO NEW 750 Rem Satin 308 and 35 Whelan Carbines - 35 Whelan Rifles. $695 each. 518-585-6091.

WANTED DIABETES TEST STRIPS Any kind/brand. Unexpired up to $22.00. Shipping Paid Hablamos espanol 1-800-267-9895 www.selldiabeticstrips.com

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WANTS TO purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 LOST 3YR. old female Shit-zu/ Maltese mix, comes to the name Grey. She is light Gray & tan, no collar but is micro-chipped, last seen 12/26/11 Au Sable Acres area in Jay, NY. Reward being offered for any information. Please call 415-202-3644 or 518-647-1267 LOST DOG Beagle/Shepherd Mix. Lost in Friend's Lake area. 518832-6706.

MUSIC CLARINET, VIOLIN, FLUTE, TRUMPET, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $75 each. Upright Bass, Cello, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $189 each. Others 4-sale 1-516377-7907

WANTED TO BUY WANTED GOOD Used Skidder Chains to fit 18.4-34; Also Good Used pair of 18.4-34 Skidder tires.

Please Call 518-524-1972 WANTED DIABETES TEST STRIPS. Any Kind/Brand. Up to $22.00. Shipping Paid.1-800-2679895 / www.SellDiabeticstrips.com BUYING EVERYTHING! Furs, Coins, Gold, Antiques, Watches, Silver, Art, Diamonds."The Jewelers Jeweler Jack" 1-917-696-2024

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WANTED JAPANEESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KZ1000MKII, W1-650, H1-500, H2 -750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 Suzuki GS400, GT380, CB750 (69.70) CASH PAID. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com WANTED DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. ANY KIND/BRAND. UP TO $22.00/ Box. SHIPPING PAID. HABLAMO ESPANOL. 1-800-266-0702 www.SellDiabeticstrips.com FAST PAYMENT for sealed, unexpired DIABETIC TEST STRIPS-up to $17/Box! Most brands. Shipping Prepaid. Call today & ask for Emma 1-888-776-7771 www.cash4diabeticsupplies.com YEARBOOKS "UP to $15 paid for high school yearbooks1900-1988. yearbookusa@yahoo.com or 972768-1338."

OLD BAMBOO Fishing Rods Restorable to excellent condition.

Will consider any or all, with best prices paid for rods in very good or better condition. Call 518-4943543 or 518-932-4116.

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MIX LAB Puppies FREE mix Lab puppies,10 black and 3 mix colored. Will be ready the week of January 9.Located in Ticonderoga.

Call 645-0705 or 572 1536. (518) 645-0705 OLDE ENGLISH Bulldogge Pup 1 male, bully, registered. Family raised, parents on premises, health guarantee, $1600+. 518597-3090 www.coldspringskennel.com

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY PORT HENRY Prime residential/ business building located on Main Street, Port Henry, NY. Extra lot included for parking. $99,000. 518 -546-8247.

FARM ABSOLUTE FARM LIQUIDATION! Jan. 21st! 10 acres - $29,900. 25 acres - $49,900.Huge stream, pond, fields, big timber, across from public land! 3 hrs NY City & 1/2 hr Albany! Call to register NOW & get $1,000's in Buyer's credit!

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STOP RENTING Lease option to buy Rent to own No money down No credit check 1-877-395-0321 PUTNAM 3 BR/1.5 BA, 2 story home on 3.6 acres. Large kitchen, living room & dining room. 2 car detached garage. 518-547-8724.

VACATION PROPERTY DO YOU HAVE VACATION PROPERTY FOR SALE OR RENT? With promotion to nearly 5 million households and over 12 million potential buyers, a statewide classified ad can't be beat! Promote your property for just $490 for a 15-word ad. Place your ad on line at fcpny.com or call 1-877-2752726 NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC Oceanfront Luxury Beach Homes and Condos. Best Selection, Service and Rates Guaranteed. Free Brochure!

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BANTAM ROOSTERS 5 bantam roosters this years brood. friendly and hand raised. FREE

LAND FOR Sale: Upstate, NY, 200 acres of land in Altona, NY, 130 acres in Mooers, NY, 7 parcels in Lewis, NY, ranging in size from 30 acres to 156 acres, 108 acres with a hobby garage in Saranac, NY, and 102 acres in Champlain, NY. Duck Hunters, Horselovers, Deer Hunters, welcome!Motivated sellers. Call toll free, 800-545-8125, for details.

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ACCESSORIES

CENTURY 6’ Truck Cap has 3 sliding windows w/screens. Also bedliner. Excellent condition. $1100 value, asking $500. 518-5467913.

TOWN OF Lake George 1/2 acre building lot. Village sewer, upscale neighborhood, build-out basement, mountain views. $59,000.

Will hold mortgage for qualified buyer, 20% down. 518-791-1992 or 727-581-9365

STUDDED SNOW Tires Two new condition studded Firestone Winterforce snow tires, 215/70R 14, mounted and balanced on Ford Aerostar rims, $85 each. 518-5855267 or 410-833-4686.

MOBILE HOME

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FOR SALE - Trailer Needs A Home.

8' x 25' all 2x6 construction. Outside is all textured 111, inside is all knotty pine throughout. 6" insulation throughout, 3 axles, cathedral ceilings. $4500. 518-9550222.

14’ ADIRONDACK Guide Boat complete w/trailer, oars, cover & cherry caned seats. Never been used. $5500 firm. 518-642-9576.

LAKE GEORGE 2 BR/1 BA, 8' x 18' lg, screened enclosed porch. W/D, appliances incl. Quiet area. 518668-5272, $4500

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CARS CASH FOR CARS and TRUCKS: Get A Top Dollar INSTANT Offer!

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1978 FIAT Spider Convertible, classic, running condition, garage stored. Asking $6,000 will accept offers. 518-668-2638 1985 VOLVO 240DL Wgn. 4cyl., 5sp w/OD. Stored winters. Mint cond. 2nd owner. 518-532-7123

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! Top $$$$$ PAID! Running or Not, All Years, Makes, Models. Free Towing! We're Local! 7 Days/Week.

Call Toll Free: 1-888-416-2330 ANY CAR/TRUCK, Running or Not. Call for INSTANT offer: 1-800-4546951 DONATE VEHICLE: RECEIVE $1000 GROCERY COUPONS. NATIONAL ANIMAL WELFARE FOUNDATION SUPPORT NO KILL SHELTERS HELP HOMELESS PETS FREE TOWING, TAX DEDUCTIBLE, NON-RUNNERS ACCEPTED 1-866 -912-GIVE WE BUY ANY Car or Truck, Running or NOT! Damaged, Wrecked, Salvaged OK! Get a top dollar INSTANT offer today! 1-800-2671591 1999 FORD Hi-Top Custom Van 124,000 miles. A/C, TV/VCR, AM/ FM/Cassette, 4 captains chairs.

Runs good, good condition. Asking $3500 OBO. Call 518-7444360 (Warrensburg).

2000 DODGE Neon 518-894-4494 $2,400 OBO CARS FOR Sale 2000 Dodge Intrepid 82,000 miles, ex. cond., $3500. 2003 Dodge Intrepid, good cond., $4400. 1998 Honda Civic, good cond., $2600. (518) 4944727

1993 CHEVY Horizon RV Automatic, sleeps 4, gas stove & heater, gas/electric refrigerator, A/C, toilet. New brakes, tires & battery.

Asking $4000 OBO. 518-2513449.

2000 ARCTIC Cat ATV good condition w/winch, 4 new tires. $2300 OBO. Call 518-546-3538.

2000 FREIGHTLINER FLD120. Rebuilt front to rear. 2,500w inv. & refrig. $10k OBO. 518-546-7120.

2000 HOLIDAY Rambler Alumascape 5th Wheel Camper, fully loaded, 2 slides, clean. Low NADA value $14,605. Selling for $9,000.

518-585-6913,

SNOWMOBILES 11’ ENCLOSED Snowmobile Trailer 2007 Blizzard 2 place, spare tire, tongue jack, ski sliders (easy loading, no digging in). 518-6480134 $2,500 2001 440 Panther studded, 2 up seat, reverse, handwarmers, 1700 miles, goes with 2001 Caravan trailer, 1 owner. 518-546-7414. $3,000

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1986 CHEVROLET C30 1 Ton Dump Truck. 69,000 miles. $3600 OBO. 518-532-9894.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

1995 GMC YUKON 4x4, runs good, needs muffler, loaded, Dark Green, good tires, $2000 OBO, Keeseville, NY 518261-6418

1971 SOUTHWIND Motor Home 27', sleeps , self contained generator, air condition, micro oven, everything works. Firm $3500. 518494-3215.

2004 DODGE Durango Silver, Sunroof, Great Condition, Must See. $8,000. Call 518-585-7020.

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518-624-2580. $6,500 1998 GMC 4 Wheel Drive Pick-Up, Green, Low Mileage, $3000 Firm.

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*Prices include all available rebates. Must qualify for returning or Conquest Lessee, Owner Loyalty and Military rebates, plus tax and DMV fees. Must fi nance thru Special IDL Program with last payment 10% of MSRP to well qualified buyers. ยง0% in lieu of rebates. ** Leases are based on 10,000 miles a year with $2999 down or trade equity; 1st payment, taxes, and DMV fees due at inception; security deposit waived for well-qualifi ed buyers; 20 cents a mile overage. Pictures for illustration purposes only. Offers end 1/20/12

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