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July 5, 2014
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CELEBRATION
New Adk. Alliance aims to protect lakes
This Week New library policy
WARRENSBURG Ñ The Richards Library regrets that it is no longer accepting contributions of old books, hardcover or paperback, text books, VHS tapes, magazines or other related material. They will be accepting hardcover books and childrenÕ s books that are less than two years old and in excellent condition (no yellowed, ripped or marked up pages/covers); DVDs only, unscratched and in their original packaging and CDs and audiobooks unscratched and in their original packaging. The library values and appreciates all past and current contributions from past patrons and hopes this change in policy does not hinder future generosity.
ByThom Randall thom@denpubs.com
SCHROON LAKE Ñ Concern over the spread of invasive species and other threats to area waterways has prompted a new coalition of lake associations that represents the interests of an estimated 50,000 Adirondack residents. Officials representing several dozen lake associations met recently and drafted a mission statement for their group now being formed — the Adirondack Lakes Alliance. The group intends to advocate for laws and regulations that protect waterways in the Adirondacks, according to several of the alliance’s founding members. More than 50 people representing about 30 lakes in five Adirondack counties participated in the meeting, according to Ed Griesmer of the Loon Lake Park District Association. The gathering occurred about two weeks ago in Horicon Town Hall, he said. Ò The Alliance will be sharing information on what the lake association members Ñ the Ô hands-onÕ people on the front line battling invasive species — are accomplishing on issues now facing lakes,” he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
Thurman program
At the conclusion of graduation ceremonies Friday June 27, members of the Warrensburg High School Class of 2014 celebrate by tossing their mortarboard hats into the air. At the commencement exercises, this class was praised for its academics, spirit and diverse talents, as speakers noted they had achieved the highest S.A.T. scores among all 83 public schools in the Capital Region. See more from local graduations inside. Photo by Kim Ladd/Lifescapes Photography
THURMAN STATION Ñ Artisan Ambassador Series Launches with New Train Saturday, July 5, dubbed “North End Local Focus,” referencing the new train beginning service from Thurman to North Creek this weekend, the North End Local. Each Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. a local artisan, author or business will greet visitors at Thurman Station, 1883 Stony Creek Road. Visit with Wini before boarding the train at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.
New scenic train run aimed at Lake George tourists
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LETTERS
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GRADS
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BRIEFS
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CLASSIFIEDS
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ByThom Randall thom@denpubs.com
THURMAN — As a bottle of champagne was smashed against the front of a locomotive June 26, the Saratoga-North Creek Railway’s new short-haul passenger service was inaugurated. The new 50-minute scenic trip from Thurman to North Creek is expected to bring 12,000 or more tourists from
popular Lake George Village into North Creek this summer, bolstering the latter community’s economy. The railway’s new “North End Local” service features two departures per day every weekend from Thurman Station, which was also christened during the June 26 celebration. Tourism and governmental officials hailed the new service that offers a half-day, full-day or overnight get-
away at a low price. Lake George Chamber of Commerce CEO Michael Consuelo said the new run — to be promoted heavily in Lake George Village — would offer new options to tourists. Consuelo said that visitors to the village would undoubtedly enjoy traveling in the vintage dome cars along CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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