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By Thom Randall thom@denpubs.com NORTH CREEK Ñ Many decades ago, New York City residents boarded trains in New York City and rode all the way to North Creek for skiing, vacations and winter getaways.

Since Warren County acquired the railroad tracks between Corinth and North Creek in the mid-1990s, people have dreamed of restoring this historic passenger train service, popular in the 1930s through the mid-1950s.

With a recent $100,000 grant from the state, Warren County is now poised to take another critical step towards that goal Ñ on behalf of its rail service operator, the Saratoga-North Creek Railway.

The grant is to pay for a feasibility study on extending the passenger service from its present southern end in Saratoga to the Rensselaer train station, which handles 10 Amtrak passenger trains per day, servicing the entire Capital Region. The Saratoga station only sees two Amtrak trains per day, and the arrival times donÕ t offer a convenient CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

Thurman washout to be tackled PAGE 2 WARRENSBURG

Ray’s Liquor marks 50 years PAGE 8 WARRENSBURG

Reconstruction of bandstand closer

Hannah and Lexi Sharp of Wevertown ride the gondola during their Gore Regional Ski School lesson last Sunday.

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A grand night for Warrensburg’s Shea Irish

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TURNING BACK

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LETTERS

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BOLTON

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NEWS IN BRIEF

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CLASSIFIEDS

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WARRENSBURG — As the first quarter began on WarrensburgÕ s home court, it looked like it could be a tough battle between the host Burghers and Corinth Tomahawks. An aggressive style of play was pres-

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ent on both sides of the court as spectators watched intently, wondering if Irish would be able to scoop up the 24 points he needed to reach the monumental 1,000 mark.

A young boy sat next to the Burgher bench, holding a countdown sign from 24 to 0. Each basket Shea scored equaled a flip on the sign, all eyes were dart-

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ing from the court to the number in the little boyÕ s hands.

On the top row of the home teamÕ s bleachers, SheaÕ s parents, Kelly and Michael, sat with a group of family and friends holding their own sign to mark the points needed to reach his goal. With a camera on CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

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Bridge construction to be tackled soon in Thurman

By Thom Randall

The rate the county is to pay to towns annually for their highway employees to maintain the roads was increased this year from $5,207 to $6,784, a 30.3 percent increase.

Since the Thurman highway crew clears more than 26 miles of roadway, that means a boost to the townÕ s budget of at least $41,800.

The increase in the restitution rate, intended to cover the escalating costs of clearing roadways, represents a total boost of $238,000 in reimbursement paid by the county to Warrensburg, Chester, Lake George, Bolton, Horicon, Stony Creek and Hague as well as Thurman.

thom@denpubs.com THURMAN Ñ As soon as the ground thaws, work is expected to begin on replacing the Combs Road Bridge in Thurman Ñ a project that was strategized to save local taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Thurman Supervisor Evelyn Wood announced the upcoming construction in a newsletter she drafted this week for local residents.

The Combs Road Bridge over Patterson Creek was swept away in the historic flood on Memorial Day Weekend 2011, leaving a deep canyon. Disaster reimbursement to build a new bridge from the Federal Emergency Management Agency didnÕ t come through as expected, because such extensive damage wasnÕ t experienced regionally Ñ so local taxpayers were facing a total of $7 million in losses from destroyed roads and bridges — a deficit to be shouldered by a town that has an annual budget of less than $700,000. The Combs Road Bridge was one of the larger and more expensive projects to be undertaken.

Warren CountyÕ s Public Works department, however, dreamed up a way to save the local taxpayers most of the cost of a new bridge.

The county highway engineers were planning to replace the Valley Road Bridge nearby, which also spans Patterson Creek.

With the town-owned Combs Road Bridge gone, the county would have to construct a temporary bridge to accommodate the residents who drive over the Valley Road Bridge.

But if the county built the Combs Road Bridge first for the town, it could serve as a detour for the traffic, while saving the county taxpayers the cost of a temporary bridge. The result is a $311,000 savings to county taxpayers Ñ and Thurman will be paying about $8,500 for the Combs Road Bridge which would have cost an estimated $480,350. The two bridges combined are predicted to cost as much as $1.5 million, with the federal government contributing 80 percent, and the state chipping in 15 percent leaving 5 percent as the local share. Ò We are fortunate to have these two bridges replaced at a minimal cost to local taxpayers,Ó Wood said, noting that town employees will be conducting some re-paving work on Combs Road as well this year.

$10,000 more to promote local events

Other welcome news in Thurman is the 50 percent increase in Occupancy Tax receipts for 2015 Ñ $30,000 to be spent on local event promotion rather than $20,000 because of the countyÕ s new formula for distributing the tax proceeds.

The extra $10,000 will allow more comprehensive promotion of ThurmanÕ s premier events, said Perky Granger of the Thurman Station Association, which disburses the money to sponsors

Town meeting videos appreciated locally

In her memo to local residents, Evelyn also noted that the practice launched in August of video-recording the town meetings and posting them on YouTube has proven to be popular with local residents. Ò IÕ ve heard a lot of compliments about the videos, because people now have the ability to actually see the board interact,Ó she said.

Valentines for Vets, Jackwax approaching

Several months after the flash floods of Memorial Day Weekend 2011 washed out many of the bridges and damaged most all the roadways in Thurman, U.S. Rep. Chris Gibson (center) viewed the devastation caused to the Combs Road Bridge. Thurman Supervisor Evelyn Wood, (left of Center) details the damage for Gibson. The span is to be replaced this spring in a project that was strategized to save local taxapayers $311,000. of qualifying local events. As of Feb. 1, about $10,000 remained to be awarded for new events, if they are launched.

Hefty increase in town’s plowing revenue

Wood said that Thurman also experienced a substantial increase in the sum it receives from the county for maintaining the county-owned roads in winter.

Wood mentioned several local events coming up, notably the Valentines for Vets session set for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 7. Sponsored by the town Youth Commission, children create valentines to be delivered to veterans in local nursing homes. Ò This is great program Ñ it packs a big punch for veterans,Ó Wood said. Ò It really brightens their day to be remembered like that.Ó Wood also offered a reminder to that Thurman Maple Days are to begin the weekend of March 14 and March 15, and the townÕ s annual Maple Sugar Ò JackwaxÓ Party is to occur March 14.

Kathy Templeton is again coordinating the party. She reported this week that plans for the event are progressing, but she urged people to step forward and pledge to prepare food items for the fundraiser Ñ as well as make cash contributions if possible. Templeton can be reached at 623-2967. All proceeds of the Jackwax party go to the American Cancer Society for research as well as aiding cancer patients in the region.

Local lending library established

In conclusion, Wood noted that the town of Thurman now has a lending library established at the town hall, due to work and contributions of local volunteers.

Donations of gently used children’s books as well as non-fiction and fiction works for all ages are now being sought to augment the books already in the inventory, she said. Drop-off boxes are located in the town hall entryway.

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Irish

From page 1 hand and an overflow of supporters on his side, it seemed like no one doubted Shea would reach his goal at the Friday night showdown.

WarrensburgÕ s players got up an impressive amount of shots, but not enough seemed to be falling. Corinth reveresed the ball quickly and without any hiccups, allowing their team to reach the basket with ease time after time. The away score started to pull higher from the home teamÕ s, which was neck-in-neck moments before. The pressure was on, and it was obvious that there was a lot more than usual resting on WarrensburgÕ s sidelines. At the half, the Burghers trailed the Tomahawks by nine points, and Shea still had some work to do to reach his goal.

Both teams had players that added the necessary intensity to make the game a real nail biter. Jake Nemec and Mike Kareglis both gave Warrensburg the needed push to rise above the Tomahawks. NemecÕ s quick hands and extreme hustle allowed him to be a leading defensive player for Warrensburg while KareglisÕ 15 rebounds gave Warrensburg an inside advantage.

As the second half began, the tensions began to rise even more, as the countdown board in the front row flipped again and again.

CorinthÕ s eagerness to defend their lead got them into some foul trouble, and with that, the Burghers were able to close the gap and eventually rise above the TomahawksÕ lead.

With one point left to score until his 1,000th, Shea drove to the basket and went past his goal in the third quarter. The gymnasium echoed with praises and cheering as SheaÕ s fans waved pictures of his face in the bleachers and the cheerleaders jumped up and down in front of a sign made for Shea. The Burgher boys surrounded Shea, hugging him close as they showed their pride for the senior and his milestone. SheaÕ s parents, Kelly and Michael, and his coach, Bob Hummel, stepped onto the court to congratulate the young man and pose for a obligatory picture or two.

The game continued after the quick celebration, and Shea and his team continued to play their kind of basketball, not allowing the events of the night to stop them from getting the win. Shea led his team with 30 points while Brandon Drollette of Corinth led his team with 11. After the final buzzer sounded, Warrensburg were the comeback kids with a final score of 48-39, snatching another league win for their team.

After the game, SheaÕ s parents noted how extremely proud they were of their son.

His father said his years of dedication and drive helped Shea reach this point, even some injuries he gained along the way, and that he couldnÕ t have been more proud of his son and admitted to holding back tears. His mother was elated at how hard her son had worked to reach his goal and how extremely amazing it felt to watch him accomplish it.

They said their son has so much to look forward to and they will continue being his biggest fans into his college career and look forward to following his journey, which he has not chosen a specific path for yet. His father noted that Plattsburgh and Potsdam might be options, but Shea has not chosen which University he will attend. SheaÕ s mother noted that two men who have inspired Shea throughout his career were coaches Rex Reynolds and Bob Hummel, saying that they were instrumental in his success and devoted extra time and encouragement to ensure Shea

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Shea Irish of the Warrensburg Burghers sank 30 points against Corinth to surpass his 1,000 point goal on Friday, Jan. 30.

Photo by Maggie Morgan

could be the best he could be.

Hummel had a lot to say about SheaÕ s achievement as well as his team. Ò I was very proud of Shea, he earned every point. I was also proud of how supportive his teammates were when he achieved the milestone,Ó he said. Ò Their respect for and genuine admiration of Shea was very evident by their reaction; storming the court, having a supportive huddle etc. For Shea, there was a sense of relief because it meant so much to him- as it should. He is a selfless young man who I often had to cajole into being more aggressive with his scoring.Ó Not only did Shea reach a coveted spot in the schoolÕ s 1,000 point club, but he has been selected as a Section II Basketball Scholar Athlete where he will be recognized at a brunch in Albany later in March. Ò To excel in athletics and in academics is what it is all about. Ô Education through AthleticsÕ is one of the core values of the NYSPHSAA....and Shea Irish epitomizes that core value,Ó said Hummel. Ò It felt amazing to get my 1,000th point,Ó Irish said. Ô ItÕ s something that IÕ ve put my heart and soul into and something that IÕ ve been so dedicated to and worked so hard for. My parents raised me to work for what I want and never give up on my dreams. They instilled a great work ethic in me and told me anything is possible if you work for it.Ó Shea said he is being recruited by Hilbert College, Potsdam, Alfred, Clarkson, Hartwick and Plattsburgh, which he is still trying to make a choice on. The thing the basketball star said he will miss ost is playing with his best friends, especially Jake Nemec, and the constant support from his friends, family, and community. Ò I would like to thank all of my coaches, especially coach Hummel and coach Reynolds for always believing in me and giving me the confidence to succeed no matter what the circumstances are,Ó said Shea.

KEENE Ñ The Honeybee Community Fund continues to seek applications for its annual funding cycle. As many have heard, the foundation is in the process of winding down after twenty years of serving the North Country. Until further notice, grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded yearly to assist small businesses, farmers, environmental projects and the arts (including nonprofit organizations). Applicants must reside in and/or do business in Essex County. Instructions are on the application, which is available upon request from bzzwords@gmail.com or Honeybee Community Fund, PO Box 281, Keene, NY 12942. All completed applications must be received by the Honeybee Community Fund by Friday, April 10, in order to be considered for grants awarded in May.

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Warrensburg’s supervisor names objectives for 2015

By Thom Randall

thom@denpubs.com WARRENSBURG Ñ Town of Warrensburg Supervisor Kevin Geraghty outlined the upcoming projects and objectives for town government in his 2015 State of the Town memorandum released this week.

Top on the list is the opening of the new Warrensburg Health Center, scheduled for March.

The multi-story, $8 million building, no less than 38,000 square feet, has already changed the face of downtown Ñ but itÕ s also adding vital health-care services, as well as providing a substantial boost to the townÕ s local economy.

Hudson Headwaters Health Network is set to open their new health center in early March, and an Open House event is tentatively scheduled for February, with the date yet to be announced.

In his memorandum, Geraghty expressed appreciation to Dr. John Rugge, the founder of the health center and Hudson Headwaters Health Network for his four decades of work to provide quality, convenient health care services for people not only in Warren County but in the lower Adirondacks region. Geraghty also thanked Warrensburg residents for their ongoing support for the center and network since the mid-1970s.

Another milestone slated for 2015, Geraghty said, is the upcoming rehabilitation of the historic Floyd Bennett Bandstand, which is to undergo substantial reconstruction. The project was awarded a state grant for about $270,000 to preserve the structure, considered a national landmark. The bandstand was built in 1929 in honor of Floyd Bennett, the aviator who Richard Byrd on a historic attempt to reach the North Pole in 1926.

Ice rink returns

Ò When the project is complete, our citizens will have a rebuilt and restored bandstand that will be the centerpiece of the town for many years to come,Ó Geraghty said.

The town also received a grant to design a park, to be developed beside the hydropower pond on the Schroon River on the former site of the Warrensburg Board & Paper Mill The plot was for decades a brownfield, but it underwent extensive cleanup over the past 15 years. Geraghty said he expects progress on the proposed recreational park, envisioned to be a landmark which all can enjoy.

Geraghty also noted that the town government is now in a process of converting its electricity needs to locally generated solar power.

He said one array of solar panels erected at the town sewer plant property is now online, and another beside town recreation fields off Library Ave. will be fully implemented soon. The arrays are expected to substantially reduce the townÕ s cost of power Ñ and the townÕ s carbon footprint, he said.

Also, the town is collaborating with Warren County on a proposed project of installing solar power arrays adjacent to the countyÕ s Countryside Adult Home off Schroon River Road. Plans call for the solar panels to meet the power needs of the adult home as well as both the Cooperative Extension headquarters and the townÕ s new municipal well, both nearby.

All the solar projects involve minimal or no capital expenditure by the municipalities, but are expected to offer considerable savings on electricity costs.

The new well, which is producing an ample supply of pure high-quality water, is only one recent step forward in the townÕ s infrastructure, Geraghty said. He noted that getting the new well online allowed the town to shut down two wells that had produced water with high min-

LAKE GEORGE Ñ Members of the Lake George Volunteer Fire Company and Lake George Village will reinvent the communities ice-skating ring. In cooperation with the Lake George Central School District, Company members will create and maintain a skating rink on the high school’s lower athletic field.

During the 1950’s and 1960’s, prior to the construction of the high school’s new gymnasium the Fire Company flooded the lower field and provided a huge skating area, in the natural bowl

eral content. Ò WeÕ re now providing the best water in decades to our residents,Ó Geraghty said, noting that town officials are still seeking to develop an additional source of water for the future Ñ as well as upgrading the well pumps to boost efficiency.

Geraghty also mentioned that in 2014, the town completed its effort to install meters and charge by gallonage, which has cut usage by about 30 percent Ñ which represents considerable long-term savings to water district residents as well as conserving the townÕ s natural resources.

Progress has also been made recently in sewage treatment, including constructing a sand filter system which has proven effective in cleaning up the treatment plant’s effluent. Also, initial steps have been taken to dredge the sewer lagoons at the wastewater treatment plant.

The town also received two wastewater grants from the state: one to plan the sewer districtÕ s eventual expansion, and another for $400,000 to extend a sewer line up Schroon River Road to the Countryside home. This new sewer line will be providing sewer service for Warrensburg High School, as well as homes, businesses along the roadway and on intersecting streets. Work on the sewer main is expected to begin this fall.

The town also made progress in making the downtown neighborhoods more walkable and family-friendly by installing benches, picnic tables, and trash containers. The project, which included similar upgrades to Echo Lake Beach and town parks, was supported by a $10,000 grant and extensive plans developed by Kathy Varney and others with the Healthy Places to Live, Work & Play program of Glens Falls Hospital.

Key personnel implementing these upgrades

during the winter carnival and beyond. Sides of the field scope down to the rink and create a small sledding hill for youngsters as well.

The Fire Company members, including the chairperson Dennis Mitchell, will utilize VillageÕ s equipment and an adjacent hydrant to supply water. The rink will be open 3 to 6 p.m. daily and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. Only free-style skating will be permitted, no ice hockey. For questions call Dennis Mitchell 307-4087 or Mayor Robert Blais 668-5771.

were town employees Chris Belden, Patty Monahan, Patti Corlew, and Katie Annis, who were all appointed in January to a new town Ò Complete StreetsÓ committee.

Geraghty also noted that progress during 2014 included town officials continuing to pursue a course of financial responsibility, which included boosting town cash reserves to their highest level since 2009, while keeping taxes underneath the stateÕ s 2 percent tax cap. Also, the town senior exemption rate was increased.

Other accomplishments include beautifying the entrance to the landfill, while beginning construction of a new landfill office, and improving roadway drainage.

Geraghty noted that plans also call for the town to install and replace sidewalks along Hudson, Sanford, James and Elm streets as well as Woodward Avenue and Ashe Drive. This work is bankrolled by a substantial state grant.

Grant funds obtained in 2014 also enabled the town to add a second crossing guard near the elementary school, as well as more school zone warning signals in town.

One major accomplishment this past year was the development and opening of the new Price Chopper Plaza which is providing quality local jobs, Geraghty said. Although the plaza sits just past the town boundaries, it provides income for the town via water and sewer services and has spurred local economic development, he said, noting that the plazaÕ s developer contributed $75,000 toward the expenses of the new town well. The plaza also will be yielding, in future years, substantial tax income to the Warrensburg Central School District, he added. Ò This has been a remarkable year for Warrensburg, and the town board is anticipating continued progress and additional achievements in 2015,Ó Geraghty said.

Electric signs needed for town events

CHESTERTOWN Ñ Electric Sign for Town Events: Committee is moving forward but variances are needed from the Town of Chester and the APA and Fred Holman is working on obtaining the necessary permits. Variances are needed for the size of the sign and the size of the lighted portion. Checks can be made out to the North Warren Chamber of Commerce and mailed to PO Box 490, Chestertown, NY 12817 Attn: Digital Sign.

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Cuomo should not use school aid as leverage

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ov. Andrew Cuomo is enlisting a draconian measure this budget season that uses school funding as a pawn in an elaborate game of chess with the ultimate goal of strong arming state lawmakers into passing his agenda of overhauling the education system in New York State.

As a result school administrators are being held hostage by the governor because they will have no concrete school aid projections as they attempt to draft their own spending plans for 2015-16.

When Cuomo unveiled his Ò Opportunity AgendaÓ as part of the 2015 State of the State/budget speech a couple weeks ago, there was not much educators saw which they would classify as opportunistic.

Cuomo announced there could be as much as $1.1 billion in new funding for state school districts, but later noted the funding would only be granted if the legislature agreed to his agenda to overhaul the way state education works and teachers are evaluated.

Translation: back my way of thinking state legislature, or I will punish you by withholding badly needed fund from your schools.

If lawmakers do not support CuomoÕ s education agenda through passage of bills, he will not deliver one cent more to schools then he did last year. He would also continue the funding freeze not only for 2015-16, but 16-17 as well.

Instead of Gap Elimination (Adjustment), the governor has chosen a course of gap widening.

Perhaps the biggest way Cuomo is holding school districts hostage is by forcing them into playing a waiting game when it comes to finding out exactly how much state funding they can expect.

For years, school districts would receive the preliminary budget run showing totals for what each was projected to get. School administrators and boards would then be able to draft a budget that fits within the confines of the draft run, but also leaves room for unexpected cuts or surpluses.

Using the governorÕ s Executive Budget, school districts are supposed to provide a proposed tax levy by March 1, indicating if they are able to stay under the stateÕ s tax cap established in 2011. The governorÕ s strategy of withholding funding projections makes this impossible.

This year, district policy makers will be left blind until a state budget is passed and signed.

That means school districts will likely not have any funding numbers to go on until April 1, giving them just over a month to finalize their spending plans and try to stay within the state’s ever evolving (in complexity) tax levy cap.

This is unfair to local boards of education, who now have to stand at the front of the mess hall, tearfully looking up at the governor and doing their best Oliver Twist impersonation.

In addressing this matter, Cuomo said he feels the state’s educational system, specifically teachers, are failing their students, even though the most recent round of teacher evaluations listed 98.7 percent of the stateÕ s educators as Ò effectiveÓ or higher.

He pointed to the fact that only 30 percent of students passed the state Common Core testing, scored on a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 and 2 considered failing and 3 and 4 passing or excelling.

What he failed to point out, however, is that his one-time education commissioner, John King, said the new testing was designed to fail 70 percent of those taking it.

Before Common Core, students were passing the annual state tests at a rate of 80 percent.

This has led to parents removing their children from the classroom during state testing days, refusing to subject them to the Common Core which educators have slammed as being flawed.

That does not sound like moving education forward.

So with this, Cuomo is holding a sword to the rope which holds much needed relief to many schools throughout the state, especially North Country schools, with some having no choice but to beg and plead with district taxpayers to pass a budget that does not fall in line with his tax levy cap.

To do so takes a 60 percent majority of the registered voters in a district. That can be a daunting hill to climb, as the Minerva Central School District encountered last budget season.

Cuomo has laid down the demands: ItÕ s his way with a new evaluation system and more aggressively pursuing school consolidations and mergers, or the money in the net gets dropped into the shark tank.

While there are many quality discussions to be had over education reform, they should not be used as a pawn in a political game of chess.

By doing so, Cuomo is placing the ones who matter most in the educational system Ñ the students Ñ in a precarious situation.

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Education reform: the governor’s perspective

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novation and performance in the his past week as our classroom. In 2014-15, the Govereditorial team disnor built on the success of the first cussed this weekÕ s State-funded full-day pre-kinderopinion piece regarding the gogarten program by committing to venorÕ s new school initiative invest $1.5 billion over five years and how that appears to be tyto support the phase-in of a Stateing the hands of adminstrators wide Universal Full-Day Pre-Kinand school boards with respect dergarten program. He has led the to their budgets, I could not charge for choice and competition help but wear my managerÕ s by protecting the growth of highhat.

Dan Alexander performing charter schools. While I could not help but ask why.

Thoughts from demanding high standards for all Why would the Governor take Behind the Pressline students, the Governor champisuch a step and what does he oned reforms to protect students hope to accomplish by doing so? I can only assume that Governor Cuomo and parents from the flawed Common Core implementation. And to bring our education system into believes that he must find a way to put the the 21st century, Governor Cuomo proposed a $2 students first in the bureaucracy we now billion Smart Schools bond that will re-imagine call the education system. Additionally, for a our classrooms for our high-tech world and level politician who may one day in the near future the playing field so that income does not determine seek higher office, he believes the only way to achieve a vibrant economic future for all New the level of access our students have to technology in schools.

Yorkers is by ensuring that all New YorkÕ s Clearly the Governor wants to enact fundachildren receive the opportunity for a quality mental reform that is based on student perforeducation that prepares them for the future. mance. But he is also putting us all on notice From the Governor’s office, here is the govthat itÕ s not only the students who must raise ernorÕ s perspective on the matter: the level of the game but parents, teachers, Before Governor Cuomo took office, New York had become known as the state with the high- administrators, school boards and taxpayers.

New York State students score in the middle est school spending despite low overall student of the road compared to other states despite achievement.

By shifting the focus from bureaucracy to the spending being the 2nd highest among all states per student. It doesnÕ t appear unrealstudents, and establishing new pathways to college istic that we should all expect more from the and career readiness, Governor Cuomo is putting dollars spent. students first.

So the real issue here boils down to these New York has become a leader in the nation in basic questions that will be heavily debated in placing the most effective teachers in the classthe near future: Is the Governor taking steps room. For the first time, every New York school to be an effective administrator of the stateÕ s district now has a meaningful teacher evaluation education spending or is this political postursystem to ensure a performance-based approach to student learning. Governor Cuomo is also provid- ing?

With all states transitioning due to the introing incentive funding to recognize and reward the duction of Common Core testing, do we really most successful teachers. know just where New YorkÕ s schools stand?

After years of budget cuts, Governor Cuomo Are we in the midst of a crisis with educais championing reinvestment in New York classtion when 77 percent of students graduate rooms. In the last three years, the Governor has high school in New York compared to the naincreased funding for education by $2.9 billion. tional average of 81 percent?

The most recent state budget includes an additionPreparing our children for the future is one al $1.1 billion increase, bringing state education of the most important roles of any community. funding to its highest level ever. And the GovWe all have a major stake in the GovernorÕ s ernor is ensuring that additional school funding plan and how the end results will impact our does not lead to unaffordable property tax hikes: students and our communities. ItÕ s important the Governor’s landmark Property Tax Cap reform continues to provide property tax relief to all New that we get this right.

Yorkers. Since the tax cap has been enacted, statewide school levy increases have been lower than 9 Dan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denton of the 10 prior years.

Publications. He may be reached at dan@denpubs.

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Turning Back the Pages

By Jean Hadden Fifty Years Ago – February, 1965 Couple meets tragic end

Frank C. Tracy, 68 and his wife, Sylvia, of 8 Fourth Street, Warrensburg, were killed Jan. 26, 1965 when their car collided headon with a tractor-trailer loaded with frozen chicken, four miles north of Halifax, North Carolina. The couple left Florida on Jan. 25, 1965 and they were headed home. Mrs. Tracy is employed at the Colonial Arms in Warrensburg.

Sheriff issues report

During the month of January, 1965, Sheriff Carboy says that the Sheriff’s Department investigated 31 automobile accidents and one person was killed and 12 were injured. There were 21 accidents involving property damage. Property valued at $1,400 was recovered and returned to owners. Public intoxication and family troubles were investigated. During the month forty more prisoners were admitted to the jail and 1,651 meals were served.

The total cost of the operation of the department was $17,322.89.

Excitement at Lake George

Miss Melody Brown received her crown as queen of the 1965 Lake George Winter Carnival from the previous 1964 queen, Miss Barbara Hitlen.

A popular feature of the Winter Carnival is the sports car races which were held on the ice, Feb. 27 and 28, 1965. Large crowds are attracted to the events.

An unscheduled attraction took place on Lake George Monday morning, Feb. 22, 1965 when an iceboat participated in a race with a Volkswagon.

John Ò ScrubbyÓ Beals, of Glens Falls, piloted the iceboat reaching speeds of 100 miles an hour. The Volkswagon, which was equipped with four cleated tires was driven by Phil DeLong of Glens Falls. The iceboat won the five-mile race but was never able to leave the automobile very far behind. While the iceboat had to tack with the wind, the Volkswagon went directly to its destination and returned.

The sequence was filmed by Marathon Newsreels, Inc., of New York with Walter Grishkot as cameraman.

Hickey expands his car business

John F. Hickey, of Warrensburg, who has operated the Hickey Ford Sales automobile agency in this town for nine years and the J.F. Hickey, Inc., Ford Agency at 22 Main Street, Granville for about six years, has purchased Gateway Motors, Inc., of 15 Chapel Street, Albany, for a price said to have been Ò well up in the six figures.” The agency is said to be one of the largest Ford dealerships in the eastern area of the United States.

Mr. Hickey, a native of Plattsburg is the son of Mrs. Roger A Hickey and the late Mr. Hickey. In 1956 he purchased the Ford agency from the late Walter Pasco. Three years later he established the Ford Agency at Granville. Mr. and Mrs. Hickey and their six children, who reside at 46 Elm Street, Warrensburg, are planning to move to Albany in the near future. Mrs. Hickey is the former Miss Mary L. Irving, daughter of Arthur Irving. (Note Ð The Hickey family lived in the house on Elm Street that was later to be home of the Jack Toney family.)

Bank elects officials

Mrs. Winifred S. LaRose was elected to the board of directors of the First National Bank of Lake George at the annual shareholdersÕ meeting, Feb. 3, 1965 at noon.

Mrs. LaRose is the wife of Howard LaRose, general contractor

and they reside at Bloody Pond Road, Lake George. They are the owners of Mocking Bird Hill, Cottage Colony on Bloody Pond Road.

Re-elected was Albert E. Beswick, president of the bank. (Note Ð County Attorney Albert E. Beswick married Mary Reoux on June 24, 1930 at the home of her parents, Louis and Adelia Reoux in the house, on Main Street, that has been known since 1978 as the Senior Citizens Center. The BeswickÕ s lived there for seven years at the old homestead before moving to their new home in Glens Falls. Their children, Albert Louis and Thomas Edward Beswick were the fifth generation to live in the house since it was built in 1873 by Mary BeswickÕ s great grandfather, Miles Thomas, Bolton school teacher and Warrensburgh merchant, for his wife, Sarah Brown Thomas. Mary Beswick, 94, died in 1997 in Florida. )

Albert Emerson’s vision takes shape

Bids for the construction of the Warrensburg Town Hall, with money left for that purpose by the late Albert Emerson, will be opened at a meeting of the Warrensburg Town Board Wednesday evening, March 3, 1965, it was announced by Supervisor Charles Hastings. He called attention to the fact that the board is now in its new quarters at 31 Main Street, having moved recently from its former offices in the Ray Hayes Building.

Mr. Hastings says that he expects the new town hall to be ready for occupancy by early next autumn. Final plans for the Town Hall building were prepared by the architectural firm of Milton L. Crandall and it will be built of brick.

The board will hold a public hearing March 10, 1965 on an application by Richard Potter and John Arehart for a franchise to install a community TV antenna.

Stony Creek news

Due to the heavy rainfall over Sunday, Feb. 7, 1965, Stony Creek broke loose and boiled over the Tannery Lake dam and raged on to join up with the Hudson River a couple of miles down-stream. In spite of the force with which it went out of the creek, it did little or no damage to the main part of the dam. This is truly an early ice-out but it probably will not be the last before spring arrives. (Harold Ames, correspondent.)

Monday, Feb. 8, 1965, was the first day in the life of a brand new Stony Creeker. On this day was born a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Warren Law, residents of the Harrisburg Road area. Her name is Theresa Mary Law and she was born in the Glens Falls Hospital.

Loon Lake restaurant burns

DeMarco’s Italian Restaurant and rooming house on Route 9, north of Chestertown, near Loon Lake, was destroyed by fire early Sunday morning, Feb. 7, 1965. The restaurant was formerly known as the Loon Lake House, a large two story wood frame building. More than 100 firemen from five volunteer fire companies fought the blaze for more than four hours, their efforts hampered by a lack of water.

The fire was discovered by Clayton Beswick, who was passing in his car and Thomas Needham who resides nearby. The building was closed for the winter and was owned by Frank DeMarco. Chief E. Wendell Ross of the Chestertown Fire Company directed the Chestertown, Warrensburg, Brant Lake, Pottersville and Riverside fire companies at the scene. (Note – E. Wendell Ross, 82, died Saturday afternoon, Jan. 24, 2015 at his home in Chestertown after a long illness.)

Higher education

appointment of Charles A. DeVitto as elementary supervisor for the forthcoming school year. This position is a newly created one made necessary by the steadily increasing school enrollment.

Janet Whitford, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Whitford of 18 Hudson Street, Warrensburg, has been accepted for study at the New York State University College at Plattsburg. Janet is a senior at Warrensburg Central School. At Plattsburg she will major in elementary education and will begin her studies in the fall.

Linda Hall, daughter of Simeon Hall of Hudson Street, Warrensburg, has been accepted for study at the Cambridge School of Business in Boston, Mass. Linda is a senior at Warrensburg Central School. At Cambridge Linda will take the medical secretary course and begin her studies in the fall.

Stork Club

Mr. and Mrs. Frederick C. Stone, of Binghamton are the parents of a son, Frederick Charles Stone Jr. Mr. Stone is the son of C. Walton Stone, Catherine Street, Warrensburg.

Mr. and Mrs. John Needham, 21and a half Fourth Street, Warrensburg, are the parents of a son born Feb. 7, 1965 at Glens Falls Hospital.

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Jacobs, 48 Elm Street, Warrensburg, are the parents of a son born Feb. 11, 1965 at Glens Falls Hospital.

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Morgan, Stewart Farrar Avenue, Warrensburg, are the parents of a son born Feb. 13, 1965.

Local news round about

It was just 25 years ago, in February, 1940, that thirty inches of snow fell on Warrensburg.

The sum of $2.5 million is included in Gov. RockefellerÕ s proposed budget for 1965-66 to reconstruct 5.6 miles of Route 28 between North River and North Creek, the Department of Public Works has announced.

Word has been received of the death of Joseph A. Carlucci, at Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Sunday, Feb. 14, 1965. Mr. Carlucci and his wife, Francis were the owners of the Francis Antique Shop, 27 Main Street, Warrensburg. They were spending the winter at their home in Fort Lauderdale. Survivors are his wife and one daughter.

Word has been received by Alois Graf, of Warrensburg, of the death of Joseph McMahon, of St. Petersburg, Florida. Joe worked in the county clerk’s office of Pinellas County. Fran and Joe McMahon operated Birch Lodge in Thurman, which was purchased

by Camille and Madeline des Maisons and is known now as LeChelet Francais.

Mark Bruce, at MarkÕ s Auto Sales, South Main Street, Warrensburg, is promoting a Ò Stationwagon Special for the family on the go.Ó He has a few special $99 sale cars left on his lot. See the new Indianapolis 500 Pace Car now on display at his garage.

Jack Arehart has two bedroom furnished cottages for reasonable rent on Thurman road, route 418, next to Hickory Hill.

Popular Hickory Hill ski area in Warrensburg has two slopes, six trails, certified instructors, rentals, snack bar, sun deck, T-bar, Poma Lift and rope tow.

D.E. Pasco has Buckwheat and Pea anthracite coal on sale for $25.30 a ton. Maynard Baker, of Thurman is selling Adirondack Walcor burial vaults. Austin Perry is a residential and commercial electrical contractor.

At the Warren Theatre, Warrensburg, Elvis Presley and Barbara Stanwych are starring in the new movie, Roustabout. Admission, adults 75 cents, Children 35 cents.

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

The Warrensburg Central School Board has announced the

Letters to the Editor

Supports eating local To the Adirondack Journal: IÕ m writing this letter in regard to your editorial Ò Eat well, eat local.Ó IÕ ve always thought that eating local, healthy, organic foods from the area was more expensive than the occasional grocery shopping trip to Price Chopper and Walmart. This was a very refreshing editorial to read.

The most eye-opening part of the editorial was the actual cost we would have to pay throughout time if we donÕ t change our eating habits. Ò According to Harvard University School of Public Health, obesity-related conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure cardiovascular disease cost the US $190 billion in 2005. On a more individual level, people with those health problems average $1,429 to $2,741 more in medical costs per year.Ó Compared to a $100 healthy shopping list instead of a $50 general grocery list, that doesnÕ t seem as bad as potential hospital bills and extra medication.

Again, great editorial!

Teah Dowling Au Sable Forks

Not ambitious or for kids

To the Adirondack Journal: In reading your article on Lt Gov. HochulÕ s visit, you gave a misleading report regarding CuomoÕ s Ò Eductional Initiative.Ó In reality, his proposal and his history regarding NYS schools since he was elected governor are a camoflaged dismantling of our school sys-

tems.

He proposes 50 percent of a teacherÕ s evaluation be based on student scores on the state tests that have never been shown to fairly assess student progress.

In fact, he has cut aid to schools so much that half of our schools are being asked to do more with LESS aid than they received in 2008.

Research shows a clear correlation between economic levels and degree of student success, yet no effort has been made to bolster poor districts. When the state budget was tight, money was taken from schools. Despite a court order to make aid equitable, our state has never given the overdue funds to our schools.

Charter schools do NOT have better student outcome....they just steal money from our public schools. Parents should be incensed by Gov CuomoÕ s disguised plan to destroy one of the best school systems in the country.

Judy Beers Lake George

Message to Supers

To the Adirondack Journa: I sent the following message to the Essex County Supervisors last week: Ò It is ironic that an editorial board of a private newspaper, which values a free press and freedom of expression, would urge a blacklisting of Protect the Adirondacks by other newspapers because they disagree with ProtectÕ s views. Happily and to their credit, Denton Publications retracted the editorial admitting it was ill-considered.

The Essex County Supervisors decided to endorse the retracted Denton Publication edito-

rial when they did not have to get involved. But once you did you seem to have lost track of the fact that you did so as Ò stateÓ actors, that is as government actors, not as private citizens. And that, unlike the retracted Denton editorial, directly implicates the First Amendment. It may be that many supervisors did not take time to reflect on the implications of their endorsement although you were not under pressure of a deadline. But with time to reflect I hope you too will retract your endorsement of the retracted editorial and use this episode as a reminder of what the First Amendment stands for: that in a free society speech can combat speech. Suppression must not.Ó On behalf of the Supervisors, Randy Douglas replied: Ò Mrs. Clague Thank you for sharing your concerns. We will not be retracting our resolution. All my colleagues that have spoken to me about this issue are definitely not in favor of such action. Randy Douglas Essex County Board of Supervisors Chairman.Ó Denton Publications had the courage to admit to the poor judgment expressed in the original editorial. Essex County Supervisors do not admit to a mistaken judgment. It is shocking to me how shallow is support for freedom of expression on the part of our elected officials.

Monique Weston Clague Keene EditorÕ s note: Denton Publications did not retract the original editorial as some have misrepresented, but rather our publisher was concerned that the message got lost in the negative tone. We also did not urge censorship or use the word “blacklist.”

We stand by our right to voice our opinion regarding

Protect the Adirondacks and still have concerns with the way the organization impedes reasonable development in the Adirondacks with the use of litigation.

Thanks for film support To the Adirondack Journal: I would like to thank all the people who came out to support me at Basil and WickÕ s on Friday, Jan. 9, at the showing of my ski film, Identity. The film represented many months of hard work, but would not have been possible without the help of many friends.

First of all, thanks to Jane Peter, owner of Basil & Wicks, as well as the employees for their amazing support and hospitality. Jane not only offered a great venue for the event, but also supplied publicity and complementary snacks.

Secondly, I need to thank the athletes of the film who voluntarily spent hours outdoors and on skis to help me get just the right shots (Mark and Ben Richards, Liam Harrison, Martin Fahy and Jamie Gilbane).

Finally, thanks go out to the Gore Mt. management and ski patrol for allowing me access to the mountain as well as providing me with necessary transport for my equipment up and down the slopes.

The premiere was a great opportunity for me to showcase my work in front of the community in which it was shot and for the people to whom it was dedicated. It was a fantastic time spent with great people, and it has encouraged me to continue filming and documenting the Adirondacks and the people who make them great.

Cory Gazaille North Creek

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Lotus Group revs up with new garage Doors opened Jan. 19

By Maggie Morgan

maggie@denpubs.com WARRENSBURG Ñ Jan. 19 marked the grand opening of Ò Lotus Auto Xperts,Ó a division of CEO Ash AnandÕ s rapidly growing Lotus Group USA. Members of the community gathered at the garage on River Street in Warrensburg to welcome the new business into the neighborhood and celebrate yet another installation of the Lotus name.

AnandÕ s company, built solely on a dream, has become a powerhouse in the small town and nation wide. The Lotus Group dips into several business divisions including analytics, construction and neutracuticals and is now diving head-first into an auto business.

Anand noted that the company will be offering several luxury services such as detailing and tinting, plus Lotus Auto Experts will have a pick up and drop off service for those having their cars repaired. If the repair takes an extended amount of time, the garage will offer loaner cars to their customers. Ò We are really family, client, and customer focused and that is our priority.Ó The newest addition to Lotus Group will certainly have its competitors, but the additional services that the business offers will help them stand out among other garages in the region.

Anand, who continues to make each dream he has a reality, had the idea for a garage not even a year ago. Ò My husband is of the mindset that if he can think it, it becomes a reality,Ó said Jamie. Ò He dreamt [the garage] up six months ago, heÕ s very ambitious within this town and is ready to grow things around here.Ó Ò The truth behind the garage? The car I drive nobody services so I had to open up my own garage,Ó Anand said jokingly.

Jonathan Boston, business manager behind the project, took some time to give his thoughts at the ribbon cutting, outlining just what it was about Lotus that got him on board with the idea.

He noted that, Ò itÕ s hard to get excited about cars,Ó but with the

Lotus Auto Xperts officially opens up shop on Jan. 19 on River Street in Warrensburg Photo by Maggie Morgan

vision this company had for their newest addition, he was more than willing to have a hand in the excitement.

“Darby [Langworthy] said he wanted to have the Southwestern Airlines of auto repair, that kind of die hard focus on being the best and giving people the best service and treating people right is something I can get behind,Ó said Boston. Ò Like Ash said its not about the money, the main thing is we want to take care of people.Ó The Ò taking care of peopleÓ attitude is a mantra Ash Anand has seemed to weave into every branch of his brand, putting an extreme emphasis on the community. Anand, a resident of Warrensburg himself, has strived to immerse himself in the local economy and way of thinking. His vision for the future of Warrensburg continues to expand, and he even let those in attendance in on an upcoming project. Ò Within about 19 days we will be announcing a big project coming up I canÕ t disclose too much but we hope to see all of you back in less than 120 days to do a big grand opening for something that does not belong to this town,Ó said Anand.

Ray’s Liquor Store celebrates 50 years Original name, atmosphere and phone number retained

By Maggie Morgan

maggie@denpubs.com WARRENSBURG Ñ On Jan. 16, RayÕ s Liquor Store on 3743 Main Street in Warrensburg celebrated their 50th year of delivering the community fine wine and spirits.

R. Ray Hayes, original owner of the business RayÕ s Radio Store was one of 600 recipients to be awarded a liquor license by the State Liquor Authority on Jan. 16, 1964. Around 1,175 applications were submitted, and HayesÕ was one of the lucky ones chosen so he could establish a Ò package store,Ó on the Main Street property.

Kathy Galusha took over RayÕ s on July 26, 1986 and has loved every second of running her own business with the help of her daughter, Miko Galusha-Hensler.

Originally, Galusha wanted to own the store to have something that was all her own, but in the past 29 years she has gained so much more.

Ray’s Liquor Store Its been enjoyable we have met a lot of nice people a lot of locals. Ò I wanted something different to do because I had always worked for someone else and I wanted to try something that was mine and to give back to the community,Ó said Galusha. Ò I was born here and lived here all my life and I have tried to keep it a family atmosphere. ItÕ s been enjoyable, we have met a lot of nice people and a lot of great locals.Ó Galusha honors tradition and decided to keep the original phone number, name, and atmosphere that Ray Hayes had established. The biggest change that the business has seen was in Nov. 2005 when Galusha opened the entire building up and expanded her store. Ò We had more of a demand and also felt like expanding the selection,Ó said Galusha. Ò We cater to our customers and try to make sure their needs are met. If they need something we donÕ t have we make sure to get it for them.Ó This weekend, the Galusha duo plan on putting together an event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of RayÕ s.

Right now, Kathy plans on holding a tasting at the store that is open to new comers or the regulars who keep their store alive. Ò We would like to thank the locals for all of their support and coming in and visiting and buying what they like and we are glad to please everyone that comes in the store,Ó said Kathy.

To check out RayÕ s updates, hours, and newest products, visit their Facebook page or stop in this weekend for a tasting that was 50 years in the making.

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Athol-Thurman

By Amber Herrmann 623-4552 - Mrs.Herrmann626@gmail.com

Reading fact and encouragement

Did you know that one out of every three children entering Kindergarten does not have the skills necessary for good learning? One of those skills is the size of a childÕ s vocabulary.

The number of wordsÑ vocabularyÑ a child has when he or she enters Kindergarten has been found to predict the success of that child in school and even into adult life. Children who start school behind frequently do not catch up.

So, what can you do? Read, read, read to your for at least fifteen minutes to your children each day.

An addition has been made to the Thurman Town Hall—bookshelves filled of donated books for young children to read and enjoy!

There are a variety of books for different age groups that include baby through early elementary. The books may be kept or returned and are free to use. Donations of books are happily accepted via a drop box labeled Ô Returns & Donations’, also located in the Town Hall.

Friends and family are highly encouraged to read to young children as in doing so results in a variety of positive outcomes in a childÕ s lifeÑ some of which include: increased vocabulary, imagination, as well as improved comprehension and grammar.

Anyone with questions may contact Marilyn at 623-9710.

Thurman events

Thurman Youth Commission will be hosting Ô Valentines for Vets’—a Valentine’s Day partyÑ at the Town Hall, Saturday, Feb. 7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Children who attend will be making cards for local veterans and those living in local nursing homes. Refreshments will be served, door prizes will be given, and much fun will be had!

Thurman Cemetery Committee will be having a meeting on Feb. 17 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Adirondack Gold sugar house. Any desiring to attend are welcome.

Thurman gatherings

Thurman Quilting Group holds their weekly meeting at the Thurman Town Hall on Monday evenings. This weekÕ s session will occur Feb. 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Light refreshments of tea or coffee will be made available. For more information, please contact Myra at 623-2633.

Thurman Town Board meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at Thurman Town Hall. The next scheduled meeting will occur Feb. 10. If you are interested in learning more about what is happening in our town, this is a great opportunity for you to become better acquainted with such.

Thurman Fire Company holds their monthly meeting 7 p.m. on the Friday after the first whole week occurs. There is a meeting today and the next meeting will be Feb. 13. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to attend.

The Sugar Loaf Seniors group holds their monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of the month. The next meeting will occur Feb. 18 at 5:30 p.m. A yearly membership is available for only $10.

Please call Norma at 623-9425 for more information.

Thurman happenings

The Food Pantry will be made available for those needing assistance, Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Please bring your own bags to hold the food you pick up.

The senior bus service to Glens Falls makes their trip

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The next scheduled trip will occur Feb. 13. To arrange pickup, please contact Laura to ensure that you will have a ride. Please call her at 6239281.

Special recognition

Happy Birthday wishes extend to Jill GalushaÑ today, Feb. 6, Kevin Binder on Feb. 7, Jim Desourdy and Vonda Beattie on Feb.8, Cole Mosher on Feb. 9, Filomena Rivello, Carol Hall, Nick Moon on Feb. 10, followed by Donna Keck on Feb. 10, and Nathan Herrmann on Feb. 12.

Happy Anniversary wishes extend to Jim and Maria Ligon on Feb. 9.

Best regards to each of you to enjoy your special day!

On a personal note

I travel to Florida as often as I am able and do ask for you to contact me via email during that time. I should have noted that previously as I was there the past two weeks. I apologize for that inconvenience and am truly sorry if I missed your call or was unable to return your phone call. From now on, I will inform the readers ahead of time and ask to be contacted via email on those occasions.

As your town correspondent, I am more than happy to publish a variety of information, but please be reminded that I need at least a two week notice for any birthdays, anniversaries, events, or notable mentions desired to be pub-

Letter to the Editor

Supporting a more resilient park To the Adirondack Journal: The future of the Adirondack Park - its globally unique and valuable clean water, clean air and wild forests, and its 130 communities and its economy - is not secure. ThatÕ s why we support a better more resilient Park with economically and environmentally sustainable hamlets, healthier communities, and improved preservation of clean water, wildlife and wilderness.

The Adirondack Council spoke in Ticonderoga in November to endorse an upgrade and modernization of the International Paper mill. The Ti mill is a major employer in one of the ParkÕ s largest and most historically significant communities. The switch from heavy bunker oil to natural gas would save money for the company and increase its ability to support or even increase its local workforce. At the same time, it would reduce the plantÕ s smokestack emissions. Best of all, the new investment and construction will happen in an existing community, not miles into the woods.

The IP plant is an example of the type of community-focused economic activity that we support.

We can support projects in communities including those that address the need for clean water and wastewater infrastructure, and world-class tourism infrastructure needs. We support coordination with and respect for local planning and zoning authority.

We also embrace an initiative to develop updated Adirondack Park Agency regulations and policies including science-based reforms such as transfer of development rights, clustering and smartgrowth incentives. We applaud the GovernorÕ s budget proposal to increase funding for Adirondack and Catskill Park smart growth community planning grants. These actions can better protect the Adirondack backcountry and wild character.

We applaud the GovernorÕ s statement in his State of the State book that we need to and can Ò reduce the development pressure upon the backcountryÓ and Ò support hamlet revitalization smart growth, and redevelopment of former industrial sites.Ó Ticonderoga gets that, we do, and the Governor does too.

William C. Janeway Executive Director The Adirondack Council Elizabethtown

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Rail service From page 1

connection to the North Creek trains.

The study would focus on marketing, practicality, engineering and financing of the proposed extension, according to Warren County Planning Director Wayne LaMothe who wrote and applied for the successful grant.

LaMothe noted that up to 85 percent of metropolitan New York City residents have historically relied on public transportation to travel Ñ and of these 8 million people, enough of them would enjoy boarding a train in New York City and riding all the way to North Creek via train to make this extension feasible financially.

The primary question to be answered is whether enough New York City residents would take advantage of traveling to North Creek via train, and whether it would be financially feasible to acquire the personnel, train cars, locomotives and track access to extend regular train service from Saratoga 55 miles south to Rensselaer station. Ò We all want to know the potential,Ó LaMothe said, noting the pending cost-benefit analysis and feasibility study would be conducted independently of Iowa Pacific operator of the Saratoga-North Creek Railway, to assure objective results.

Justin Gonyo, general manager of the railway, told Warren County supervisors Jan. 26 of the upcoming study and the potential benefits of extending the rail service if it was indeed determined to be feasible. Ò This could be a real game-changer,Ó he said.

“It could offer a huge benefit to what we’re trying to accomplish as far as increasing passengers and boosting tourism in northern Warren County.Ó Gonyo and LaMothe predicted that it might take several months to line up firms to conduct the study, which itself is likely a six-months task. Gonyo said that extending the train service to Rensselaer, if it is indeed determined to be feasible, would probably not occur before

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The stateÕ s $100,000 grant, obtained as an aspect of the First Wilderness Corridor program, is to be augmented by $10,000 from Iowa Pacific, and $1,000 apiece from the Saratoga County Economic Development Corp. and Warren County EDC, Gonyo said.

Passenger count up; freight hauling underway

In other news, Gonyo announced that the snow train service, with connections to Gore Mountain, would be operating between Feb. 15 and Feb. 22, as well as between March 14 and March 16. A special Ò Romance on the RailsÓ Valentine’s Day dinner train service departs at 6:30 p.m. from Saratoga Springs on Feb. 14 and returns at 9:30. p.m.

Summer rail service, with runs on weekends, begins April 4 and extends through June.

Full daily service begins in July and continues through summer.

Also, Gonyo announced that his railway has was delivering 40,000 tons of high-grade gravel from Tahawus to Taunton, Mass., where the material is to be used for railroad ballast.

Another contract to transport aggregate for the Massachussetts Department of Transportation is pending, he said. The high-friction gravel is from the abandoned NL Industries mines.

Another contract, calling for millions of tons of gravel to be transported to New York City for road construction, is still being negotiated, he said.

Gonyo said that railway officials were pleased that the rail service hosted 41,000-plus passengers in 2014, the highest number since 2012. This figure includes the immensely popular themed Polar Express holiday service.

Lake George Supervisor dennis Dickinson said he was impressed by the statistics. Ò This is a tremendous number of passengers,Ó he said.

A train operated by the Saratoga-North Creek Railway crosses the Hudson River between Lake Luzerne and Hadley.

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Bolton Pancake supper

Church of St. Sacement Episcopal is offeing a free pancake supper on Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 6: to 7 p.m. For more infomation contact Linda Bennett at 644-9875.

Fitness class

Workout with Linda Perry at the Bolton Community Center. A well rounded class including cardio, weights and stretching. Wednesday at 6 p.m., the cost is $8 for drop-ins or $6 per class if signing up for the rest of the series. Bring your weights and water.

Library event planned

On Saturday, March 7 starting at 5 p.m. the Bolton Free Library will combine their annual Cabin Fever Party with the Cook Off for one big celebration at Bolton Community Center.

At 8 p.m. Blue Moon Band will perform. There are only a limited number of openings for the Cook Off so please call Megan at the library 644-2233 for details and to reserve your spot now.

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Kindergarten registration announced

LAKE GEORGE Ñ The Lake George Elementary School will be holding registration for new Kindergarteners for the 2015-16 school year during the week of April 27 through May 1. Children who will be five-years of age on or before December 1, 2015 and whose primary residence is in the Lake George School District are eligible to be enrolled. Parents must bring their childÕ s original birth certificate, immunization records from a medical provider, proof of residency, and current custody papers if applicable, to Ò Round-UpÓ . Call Natalie Fullen, Kindergarten Coordinator, at 668-5714 for further information.

Town gets set for snow sculptures

LAKE GEORGE Ñ This yearÕ s Lake George Winter Carnival will showcase Ò the First Annual Lake George Snow Sculpture Contest.Ó Shepard Park, Beach Road and other sites in the Town of Lake George will host huge ice sculptures created by wellknown artists from across the United States and Canada.

Three teams have been invited to compete including the events coordinator Glenn Durlacher and Tony DeStratis, local ice and wood carvers. Olympic World Champion Peter Vogelaar from British Columbia will be bringing his team to compete, along with USA Champion Jerry Merrill from Sackets Harbor.

Lake George Village’s DPW crews will haul snow to fill a wooden frame that will allow the snow to harden prior to the teams beginning their work. The sculptures will be in place, weather permitting, by Friday, Feb. 13, and continue hopefully for two weekends.

Two sculptures are planned for Shepard Park, one for Beach Road and a third hosted by the Wingate Hotel on Route 9l. The show is being sponsored by the Village and Town of Lake George and Warren County utilizing Occupancy Tax funding.

Warrensburg PreK looks for participants

WARRENSBURG Ñ Those residents of the Warrensburg Central School who have a child that will be four years old on or before December 1, are eligible to enroll in the Warrensburg Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten program for the 2015-2016 school year. Parents or Guardians interested in having them participate in this program should contact the Elementary School Office at 623-9747 for registration information.

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News in Brief LGLC now accepting applications

BOLTON LANDING — The Lake George Land Conservancy (LGLC) is now accepting applications for two Stewardship Assistant positions. The positions are full time but temporary, to be filled late May through mid to late August.

The Stewardship Assistants will work together and primarily conduct field work, including trail maintenance and new trail construction, boundary posting, and monitoring of conservation easement properties. They will also lead public hikes and educational outings, and assist other staff as needed with summer events.

Should local knowledge, experience and training make it appropriate, one Stewardship Assistant will be offered the position of Lead Stewardship Assistant and will be given additional leadership responsibilities.

Application deadline is Friday, March 6. For more information about the positions, including full job descriptions, visit lglc. org/about/#jobs.

LARAC to show ‘Still Observations’

GLENS FALLS Ñ LARACÕ s Lapham Gallery invites arts enthusiasts to see the exhibit Ò Still ObservationsÓ through Feb. 13.

Still Observations is a Fine Art Exhibition featuring painted and drawn works by four talented female artists; Ganna Halvorsen, Kate Hartley, Lynda Naske, and Jeri MacDonald. Direct questions to Gallery Curator Jenny Hutchinson, gallery@larac.org or 798-1144 ext. 2.

Job training program slated

QUEENSBURY — An EPA grant in partnership with EDC of Warren County, City of Glens Falls, NY Department of Labor, Warren County and Local 773 Plumbers and Steamfitters will be offering the second round of no cost job training program for the unemployed Thursday Feb. 5, at 11 a.m., and Thursday Feb. 12, at 3 p.m., at the Warren County One Stop Career Center in the Northway Plaza.

Ed Bartholomew, President of EDC of Warren County indicated that Ò this environmental training program graduated the 23 trainees this past December. This collaborative 8 week job training program is being offered at no cost to currently unemployed individuals. A total of 20-25 applicants will be selected for this second round to enroll in this program.

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This second round of training will focus on a variety of environmental employment areas including asbestos removal technician, hazardous waste management, facility maintenance, industrial cleaning, forklift operator, safety technician and many others.

The program will be conducted at the newly opened $5.5 M Local 773 Plumbers and Steamfitters Regional Job Training Center at Tech Meadows (Luzerne and Veterans Road). For further information contact Ed Bartholomew at 761-6007, 796-9887 or ebartholomew@edcwc.org.

Warrensburg Chamber announces mixer

WARRENSBURG Ñ The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce will hold a Social Mixer Thursday, Feb. 5, at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, area chambers, associations and businesses. The event is sponsored by and held at Runway 67 Designer Fashions, 3984 Main St. There will be a resource table, so bring literature for the business or associations to display.

Gather colleagues and friends, business cards, and make new connections.

The Chamber plans on holding 3 to 4 Mixers in 2015 with the purpose of promoting local business and opportunities to improve the community. Mixers are held at area Chamber business member locations in Warrensburg. If any Chamber member and would like to sponsor a Mixer in April or later in the year contact the Chamber at 623-2161.

Woof Stock to be presented to town

CHESTERTOWN Ñ Woof Stock presentations will be made to the Town of Chester and the Town of Horicon for funding.

At this point no funding has been awarded but appeals will be made to PetCo and Bensens this month, and although plans are still moving forward, lack of financial support might limit the number of events planned. If anyone has any ideas or connections who might be able to help with some sort of sponsorship, contact Cindy at cmead3@nycap.rr.com or 494-3016.

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Bennett Memorial Bandstand reconstruction closer to reality

By Thom Randall

burg Health Center for the town board and local residents. The date is tentatively set for Feb. 25. A grand opening celebration, open to all, is to be held in May, HHHN spokesman Howard Nelson said.

He said this week that the Warrensburg Health Center would be completed and fully equipped to begin operation March 1. The equipment and furnishings are to be moved into place on Feb. 28.

The board approved placing a historical market at 176 River St. Ñ the present site of the Warrensburgh FarmersÕ Market Ñ to indicate the location of the electric generation plant for the original trolley company serving the town.

thom@denpubs.com WARRENSBURG Ñ The project to rehabilitate the historic Floyd Bennett Memorial Bandstand moved forward recently, as the town board voted to award a contract for the reconstruction work.

The board unanimously approved a resolution at its January board meeting to approve a contract with Mid-State Industries Ltd. of Schenectady for $249,104 for the majority of the construction.

The bandstand was built in 1929 in honor of Bennett, a Warrensburg native who flew Richard Byrd on the duoÕ s historic attempt in 1926 to reach the north pole.

At the January meeting, Warren County Planning Director Wayne LaMothe noted said the state grant bankrolling the bandstand rehabilitation was a fifty-fifty match. Warrensburg Supervisor Kevin Geraghty noted that the construction contract was originally expected to be $317,000 or more, but the town subsequently decided to sublet some of the work, including construction of barrier-free bathrooms, to local contractors. Town officials expect the work to be completed this year.

Gary Cooper appointed to town panel

In other business conducted at the meeting, Gary Cooper Ñ a real estate broker, entrepreneur and developer in town Ñ was unanimously appointed to a five-year term on the Warrensburg Planning Board. He is to serve as an alternate member. Cooper takes the place of Danielle Robichaud, who became a primary member of the planning board to fill the vacancy of Alice Farrell. Already serving on the

Chamber of Commerce to move?

The iconic Floyd Bennett Memorial Bandstand, named in honor of the Warrensburg native and aviator who flew Richard Byrd on his attempt in 1926 to reach the North Pole, is to be renovated this year.

Photo by Thom Randall

board are Dave Spatz, John Franchini, Laura Moore and Shale Mlller. Geraghty said that Cooper underwent training this week for service on the planning board.

New health center to open soon

It was noted that the Hudson Headwaters Health Network is holding an open house in several weeks at the new multi-story Warrens-

DEC camp scholarships now available

SCHUYLER FALLS Ñ The Lake Champlain Chapter of Trout Unlimited will again provide scholarships for interested young men and women 11 to 17 years old to attend DEC’s popular summer camp program. The camps, located at Camp Colby, Pack Forest, DeBruce and Rushford provide a great opportunity to learn more about the environment and have fun in the summer. Campers enjoy a week of summer fun and conservation education conducted by DEC’s well-qualified counsel-

Discussion was held regarding the Warrensburg Chamber of CommerceÕ s inquiry about relocating their offices into the basement of the town hall. They have been asked about moving into the space in the town hall formerly occupied by the Warrensburg Town Historian.

Town Attorney Robert Hafner said the town could host the Chamber if the space isnÕ t needed for town use, and is rented for a reasonable amount, and the rental is of the space is deemed to be in the public interest. Under state law, such a rental agreement would be subject to a permissive referendum.

A resolution was adopted congratulating Jack and Laddie Toney family Ñ proprietors of Jacobs & ToneyÕ s Meat Store of the North, on their operationÕ s 100th anniversary in town.

Landfill punch-card sale scheduled

The board approved to hold their annual landfill punch-card sale. During the week of Feb. 9 through Feb. 13, town residents can ob-

ors. The scholarships pay all costs to attend. Parents provide transportation to and from the camps for the one-week sessions which are conducted in July and August.

The scholarships are a memorial to Sam Thuesen and Dennis Aprill, outstanding educators, leaders and anglers who devoted their lives to the North Country, and use private funds provided by Trout Unlimited and the Siberian Rod and Gun Club to assist in youth conservation education.

In announcing this year’s scholarships, Derrick Miller, Chapter President said, Ò WeÕ re proud to continue this wonderful

tain one punch-card at half-price at the time they buy one at full price.

The board also appointed a Ò Complete Streets CommitteeÓ to administrate a project that has been planned and funded by the Healthy Places to Live, Work & Play program of Glens Falls Hospital.

Appointed to the committee were Chris Belden and Patti Corlew of the town planning department, Katie Annis and town bookkeeper and grants writer Patty Monahan.

Geraghty said that they were appointed not only because they were already implementing the project, but because they all worked in the town hall and could meet and make decisions without delays.

In other business, the board authorized soliciting bids for a 2015 Ford F-250 four-wheeldrive pickup truck. The bids were opened Jan. 28.

Also, the board authorized a payment of $50,000 to Warrensburg Emergency Medical Services, Inc. for their work in 2015 as specified in their current contract.

Town employees thanked

Resident Ruth Fruda expressed thanks to the Highway Department for their work keeping the roads and sidewalks clear, and praised the expanded, reorganized recycling operation at the town landfill.

Noting the pending extension of town sewer mains about a mile northward up Schroon River Road, Gary Cooper suggested that sewer service be expanded to encompass the area behind Ashe’s Hotel, including Ashe Drive, Robin Drive, Henry St., Keyes St. and Dinu Drive.

Geraghty said his suggestions would be considered by town officials.

program. For all who attend, itÕ s a great experience. For some, it is a life-changing event.Ó To apply, send a one-page letter telling why they want to go to camp to Gretchen Comfort, 749 Norrisville Road, Schuyler Falls NY 12985 by Sunday, March 15. The scholarships are limited to first-time attendees only. Include age, school, and phone number/email address. These scholarships are limited.

For more information for campers and parents, go to dec. ny.gov.education or Google “DEC Summer Camps.”

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Ticonderoga, 56B Race Track Rd, ground floor, front efficiency apt, 2 large rooms, elec & heat supplied, in-front parking, use of lrg rear yard, you supply refrigerator, HUD approved, $650/mo, sec. deposit required. Call Barbara 518-5861559 or 716-741-2031.

Ticonderoga, NY Small Single Bedroom, Ground Floor, could be handicap accessible, $595 + references, deposit & utilities. Call Les 802-758-3276

Building for sale: 2,800 Sq Ft, with two over head doors. Located on 3 acre lot with 200 ft road frontage, Located on South Junction Rd Plattsburgh NY Call to inquire (518)569-4424 or (518)5614612

BANK REPO'D! 10 acres $19,900! Awesome Mtn. views, hardwoods, private bldg site, long rd frontage, utils! No liens or back taxes! Terms avail! Call 1-888-650-8166 NOW!

Port Henry Duplex Apartment Building, completely renoved, excellent rental history, some owner financing avail, $69K. 518-5468247

BANK REPO'D! 10 acres- $19,900! Awesome Mtn views, hardwoods, private bldg site, long rd frontage, utils! No liens or back taxes!

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APARTMENT RENTALS 2BDRM DUPLEX APARTMENT $750 per/month heat & power included, newly renovated, non smoking, washer/dryer hookup, stove/refrigerator on site. Call Patti 518-546-3411

HOME RENTALS Chestertown - 2 bdrm/1 bath, walking distance to town, $650 + util & security. 518-222-0380.

VACATION PROPERTY RENTALS ESCAPE THE WINTER in Crystal River Florida, 2 bdrm single wide trailer, 1 bath & ½ bath, $700 a month. Available for 6wks or possibly 8 weeks. Jim 518-873-6606.

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Walk out to the beach. 3-Bedroom weeks available. Sleeps 8. $3500.

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY RENTALS Commercial space....2 room first floor office space located in downtown Ticonderoga. Off street parking. $375 per month.

Includes heat and electricity 518.585.9173 and ask for Scarlette or 518.547.8730 OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 19 Montcalm Street.1800 sq. ft.

Rent Negotiable + utilities. A/C, gas heat.Large off-street parking lot.

High visibility location & handicap accessible. Call or text 518-3076627

BUILDING LOTS FOR SALE in the town of Moriah. Lake view, great hunting, and privacy what more could you ask for. Call Ashley at 578-2501 for more information.

Crown Point Land – 53 Peasley Rd. Property offers 3.5 acres on Putnam Creek w/600' of road frontage, a 50' x 30' 2 story fram barn w/elec & oil heat. Zones residential. Can be converted or build new. Beautiful spot & minutes to the Northway or Ticonderoga, $65K. Purdy Realty, LLC 338-1117 Call Frank Villanova 878-4275 Cell Hadley, NY, Lake Luzerne Area: Atten: Hunters & Sportsmen. 723 wooded acs. Borders large tract of State Forest. Stream, pond. Long road frontage. Electric. Excellent deer & bear country. Alton Makely 518-231-0304.

MUST SELL 9.1 acre building lot with prime hunting. Next to State land. Harris Road, Brant Lake, NY. Asking $62,500. 518-494-3174

HOMES Crown Point on Sugar Hill Road, 4-5 bdrms, 2 bath, full cellar, dbl garage, 1 1/3 acres w/pool, elec & wood heat, $169,900. 518-5973869 LAND ABANDONED FARM! 25 acres Trout Stream$49,900. Beautiful acreage, views, woods, apple trees!

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PROPERTY FOR SALE: Rand Hill Road, Beekmantown, NY. 11.67 Wooded Acres, Borders State Land. Private Sale. 518-492-7178.

Schroon Lake – leased land w/camp in excellent cond, 50' lakefront, 48' wooden dock, asking $50K. Call for details 518-4957683 STONEY CREEK 50 Acres secluded easy access 1800 ft. black top frontage, mountain views, Stoney Creek, NY $89,900, no interest financing. 518-696-2829 FARMFARM666@yahoo.com STONEY CREEK 50 Acres secluded easy access 1800 ft. black top frontage, mountain views, Stoney Creek, NY $89,900, no interest financing.

518-696-2829 FARMFARM666@yahoo.com Town of Lake George ½ acre building lot. Access to Village water. Ideal for build-out basement. $47,000. Will hold mortgage for qualified buyer, 20% down. 518668-0179 or 518-321-3347 HOME IMPROVEMENTS ELIMINATE YOUR HEATING BILLS with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Vermont Heating Alternatives 802-343-7900 HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED OR SETTLED? Contact Woodford Brothers Inc, for straightening,leveling, foundation and wood frame repairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN. www.woodfordbros.com.

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INTERIOR DOOR, PRE-HUNG, New, Solid Pine, 6 Panel, Stain Grade, Right Open, 32”. Asking $115.00. Call Bob 518-6235063.

REAL ESTATE FLORIDA HOMES - New models in Southeast Florida from $169,000.

3/2 w/garage includes land. No association fees. Call 1-877-9836600, FloridaLand123.com. Text the code: LAND16 to 88000

Lake George - 2003 custom built seasonal home, 14' x 38' w/glass & screened enclosed porch, exc cond. Ledgeview Camp, Highway 149. Asking $60K. 518-964-1377

LEGALS NOTICE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION IN NEW YORKBY A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Blue Cube 21, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with sec. of state of NY(SOS) on 1/12/15. Office location: Warren County. SOS is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SOS shall mail copy of process to 54 Wrights Farm Road,

LAND ABANDONED FARM. ABSOLUTE LAND SELL OFF! 4 acres - Views $17,900, 6 acres - Stream $24,900. Just west of Cooperstown! State Land, ponds, apple trees, woods!

Buy before NOTICE OF FILING OF 1/31 and WE PAY OF CLOSING COSTS! EZ ARTICLES ORGANIterms! 1-888-701-1864 ZATION IN NEW YORKNewYorkLandandLakes.com BY A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Garage &21, Yard Name: Let’s BlueGoCube Sale-ing Thru The LLC. Articles ofClassified Organi-Superstore zation filed with sec. of state of NY(SOS) on 1/12/15. Office location: Warren County. SOS is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SOS shall mail copy of process to 54 Wrights Farm Road, Bolton Landing, NY 12814. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

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1 ACRE OF LAND at ATWOOD Rd., West Chazy, NY, close to schools, nice location. Please call 518-493-2478 for more information.

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518-546-3568 TREE SERVICES Tree Work Professional Climber w/decades of experience w/anything from difficult removals to tasteful selected pruning. Fully equpped & insured. Michael Emelianoff 518-251-3936

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