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Beekmantown Eagles send hunger to penalty box

Cashman ready to take new seat on town council New supervisor reveals new goals and hopes for the Town of Plattsburgh future

By Teah Dowling

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PLATTSBURGH — For weeks, Michael Cashman worked out of the deputy supervisor’s office gearing up for his new role as Town of Plattsburgh supervisor.

At the beginning of his candidacy, Cashman intended to reconnect with different parties associated with the town, revisit the town’s master plan, put several plans into action and establish an email distribution with

the town’s residents.

Former Town of Plattsburgh Supervisor Bernie Bassett, who decided not to run for another term because of Cashman’s interest in the position, is optimistic of Cashman taking on the role as supervisor.

“He’s capable and very knowledgeable,” Bassett said. “I wish him well and I’m looking forward to seeing what happens in the future.”

NEW GROUP After announcing his candidacy, Cashman forged together a group to develop a comprehensive long-term study assessing and

recommending solutions to address Plattsburgh’s infrastructure deficit.

Cashman held a meeting with his transition team with a number of regional leaders discussing several items directed toward infrastructure and development.

“I am looking forward to continuing to promote regional collaboration,” Cashman said. “I’ll be having a lot of conversations.”

Discussions are currently taking place between the city and the town on water tower infrastructure issues - making sure both parties are maintaining a strong water system for pipes that are going to various homeowners and businesses.

NO. 1 PRIORITY Cashman’s overall goal is to bring goodpaying, new jobs to the community, while simultaneously keeping those jobs in Plattsburgh.

Fifteen years ago, SUNY Plattsburgh brought Cashman to the Adirondack Coast from Carver, Massachusetts.

SUNY Plattsburgh offered him a position — giving him all the more reason to stay in Plattsburgh, which he grew to love and hopes that other people will stay or move to the area as well.

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Ò AbandonedÓ piecesÊ of Ê art

Taking another step toward downtown revitalization

Passing of local artist sparks international tributes from artists around the world

City receives $500,000 to replace Saranac Street Bridge for pedestrians

PLATTSBURGH — A key ring left in the laundry room of an RV park.

A miniature, football-topped Christmas tree left on a lonely country road in Silverdale, Washington.

Pete A handcrafted purple flower deposited DeMola on a gas station picnic bench as tendrils Editor of fog enveloped New Windsor, Orange County.

A necklace placed in a mammogram waiting room in Ohio.

Tulips dropped at a Pennsylvania train station; fluffy holiday hearts in Essex, England — Across the world, including as far away as New Zealand and Australia, thousands of hearts beat as one on Wednesday to remember a local artist who passed away unexpectedly earlier this month.

The items, left in remembrance of Plattsburgh resident Erika McKinstry, were abandoned as part of the “art abandonment” project, whose participants leave art in locations around the globe for unsuspecting passerby to find.

Before dropping them, artists post the objects to a Facebook group that contains nearly 25,000 members.

By Teah Dowling

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Dozens of artists “abandoned” pieces of artwork across the country on Wednesday, Dec. 23 in remembrance of Erika McKinstry, a Plattsburgh woman who passed away unexpectedly last week. Pictured above: Art waiting to be dropped by Victoria Perry Knapp, of Bowling Green, KY. Photo provided

McKinistry’s passing on Dec. 16 sparked dozens of group members to post items on Wednesday, each tied together by a common hashtag.

Facebook via Michelle Williams.

A necklace left in a mammogram clinic near Kettering, Ohio.

While unique in their choice of medium— the aforementioned items are joined by ink drawings, watercolors, seashells and sculptures — all have the same sentiment: We miss you, Erika.

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PLATTSBURGH — The City of Plattsburgh is taking its next step in creating a more walkable downtown by replacing the Saranac Street Bridge.

The city received $500,000 to replace the pedestrian bridge that closed due to instability to make the city more walk and bicycle friendly.

“We would like to get into a situation where you could really live in downtown Plattsburgh and walk every place you need to go,” Mayor James Calnon said. “We’re really trying to get back to how life was when much of this downtown was built with a lot of services and pedestrian traffic.”

Initially, the city requested $592,000 to complete the bridge over Saranac River between Pine and Saranac streets. Since they came up almost $100,000 short, Calnon said the city is looking at ways to reduce the price.

Calnon hopes the bridge will be built in 2016 but is looking more toward 2017 construction.

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IÊ Spy...

For the past three weeks, researchers have been fanning out across the region as part of the 2015 Audubon Christmas Bird Count

By Pete DeMola

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WESTPORT — The group stood motionless in the street, looking for movement in the trees.

A car slunk past and sent feathers fluttering.

The people moved on.

The disruption was business as usual during the Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count.

This year, the 116th installment, saw thousands of birders fan out across North America.

It’s the ultimate exercise in crowdsourcing paired with a healthy heaping of “I spy.” Armed with a checklist, participants simply tick off the winged creatures as they spot them, from common loons to peregrine falcons.

Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count is currently underway. It’s a massive crowdsourcing effort that relies on teams of volunteers to report bird data in their regions. Pictured above: A pair of birders gaze through a scope in Westport on Dec. 19.

Photo by Pete DeMola

The data collected by researchers over the past century has allowed researchers, biologists and just plain hobbyists to study the long-term health and status of bird populations across the continent.

When combined with other surveys, the Christmas count provides a picture of how populations have changed over time and space.

The group, one of two canvassing the area, relocated to a residential backyard overlooking Lake Champlain, where a flock of 122 Canadian geese gathered in a natural bay, which until recently, reverberated with the sound of gunshots from hunters.

Counting quickly and accurately is a skill that comes with birding, said Pat Braxton.

She and her husband, John, began the day at the boat launch in Westport, where they met with some of the other searchers who constitute the Northern New York chapter of the international organization.

Counts are centered around designated epicenters, which on the case of this blustery Saturday morning, was Ferrisburgh, Vermont.

Two groups fanned out 15 miles in each direction, reaching as far as west as Route 22.

“We always get something different on Christmas they didn’t get,” said Pat — such as the peregrine falcon, for instance, which wasn’t even on the list.

Common in the summer, the birds have usually flown for fairer climes by now.

It’s migratory changes like these that act as a good indicator for climate change, said John.

Like hardcore skiers, birders can “scarcely conceal an existential dread of global warming,” the Keene resident wrote in a recent newsletter. “These data, especially in the face of a warming climate, could prove vital.”

Today, he peered across the bay through a Nikon spotting scope.

An eagle touched down on a nearby dock with a stillsquirming fish.

“Twenty-five years ago, we would have called everyone,” said John, “but they’re coming back — it’s a very refreshing environmental story.”

A crow landed nearby. It watched the eagle tear hunks from the fish and averted its gaze when the eagle looked over.

Birding is an activity with its own unique culture. Participants prefer “birding” over the more commonly-used “birdwatching” — “Because you don’t just watch,” Pat said — while discussions are peppered with shorthand, like “MoDo” for morning dove and “rump” for the yellow rump.

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The Paxtons have been hooked on the hobby since a bicycling trip near the Delaware River in New Jersey saw them mesmerized by hawks making lazy, wide circles overhead; their shadows, creating long crosses on fields of roses.

John purchased a book to discern the exact type of hawk.

But they were vultures.

“The rest has been downhill,” he joked.

Audubon says the Christmas count is also vital because the results aid in hatching strategies to protect and identify environmental issues with implications for people, like groundwater contamination or habitat fragmentation.

By mid-morning, the group had counted 80 species, including the tufted titmouse and a Carolina wren, which John said he hadn’t seen in seven years.

“It’s strictly a question of food availability,” he said.

Altogether, six sites constitute the Northern New York group. Teams also met in Elizabethtown and Massena on Dec. 27.

A second eagle landed near the first. The wind sent ripples across the bay. The eagles, both mature, eventually flew off together. The crow hopped over and began picking at the remains.

The 2015 Audubon Christmas Bird Count runs until Jan. 5.

Next up is Saranac Lake on Jan. 3. To join that group, which will meet at 7 p.m. at Simply Gourmet, contact Larry Master at 518-645-1545 or at lawrencemaster@gmail.com.

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Hockey team sends hunger to the penalty box Beekmantown Eagles collect items, serve food to local residents in need

By Pete DeMola

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PLATTSBURGH — For members of the Beekmantown Eagles, sinking goals usually requires a puck and stick.

But one after another over the holiday season, the high schoolers sank shots against hunger and need in the community by way of their volunteer work and charitable efforts.

Every year, the boys hockey team — 26 kids from Beekmantown and Chazy Central — engage in several community service programs.

This year, the team opted to fill backpacks for foster kids and volunteer at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Plattsburgh.

Coach Justin Fresette said it’s important for players to learn the value of giving back to the community.

Fresette said he grew concerned after hearing reports that kids in Clinton County’s foster care system were being placed into homes without proper items for daily life — things like toiletries and school supplies.

“Their belongings are quickly thrown into garbage bags and then they go onto the next place,” said Fresette.

The practice lacked a degree of dignity, he said.

Teenagers have the greatest need, said Hannah Provost, a volunteer, because they move from one home to another.

“It’s a very scary time for them,” Provost said.

Several groups, including the Plattsburgh Breakfast Kiwanis, the JCEO and the Chapel Hill Foundation, provided the backpacks.

The boys did the rest.

Each was assigned a list for items to collect or purchase.

All delivered. The players not only met the goals, but filled the bags within the span of one week.

“They went way above and beyond,” said Fresette.

The Clinton County Department of Social Services has now been tasked with their distribution, some 150 in all.

Senior Captain Brantley Marion said he and his teammates enjoyed the experience.

“They all come to our games and support us when we play, so it’s great to give back to the community,” Marion said.

Last week, the group volunteered at Trinity’s soup kitchen, where they helped prepare food, served dishes and mingled with the guests.

“They loved us and we loved them,” said Marion.

Provost said she enjoyed the group.

“They just have a ton of compassion and a ton of energy — it just makes you feel good to be around them,” she said. “It was amazing to see how much they care about kids who are in a different situation from them.”

Fresette said these are the real lessons that athletics can teach.

“If we all do our part to pitch in a bit, we can make a difference.”

The Beekmantown Eagles engaged in several charitable efforts this holiday season, including collecting items for foster children and volunteering at a Plattsburgh soup kitchen.

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A chance for local artists to inspire Amateur artists can hang their work for the community to enjoy. Local businesses participate in the program to help aspiring artists get recognized.

By Alyse Clark

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PLATTSBURGH — The Strand Center of the Arts is offering an opportunity for amateur artists to share their artwork with the community.

Art will be available to view in nearly a dozen locations in Clinton County through an off-site program.

The exhibition, said organizers, brings a community flair to local businesses, brightening the days of employees and their customers.

“People work in these offices on a daily basis,” said Christina Elliot, the Strand’s curator. “It’s refreshing for them to have artwork switched every three months.”

With this quarterly rotation, workers are not only provided with more variety in the office, but the artists are gaining

more exposure, said Elliot.

Art ranges from pastoral watercolors at the Valcour Imaging Center to digital photography at the Champlain Valley Physician’s Hospital.

Some businesses get attached and purchase the work.

Elliot said everyone benefits: Artists get a chance to make money doing something they enjoy, while also helping to connect those who share similar interests and have an interest in promoting local art.

Artists say the program has been helpful for several reasons.

“It’s really helped me become established as an artist,” said photographer Ron Nolland.

Nolland volunteered to help the program launch and has gained many connections and praise through the exhibits. After his first photograph sold, it wasn’t long before he was selling a full series to Best Western or asked to display his work in member shows.

“I think it is one of the most successful things to help emerging artists.”

Best Western said they were happy to help.

Julie Kramer, Vice President of Nine Platt Hospitality

Group, said the program has allowed them to decorate areas of their hotel that needed art.

Feedback from guests has been positive, she said.

“We just support the local community.”

The program continues to expand and all artists are encouraged to apply.

Artists can apply for either a 12 or 24 piece showing of framed work, and applications can be downloaded from the Strand website.

Contact gallery@plattsburgharts.org or visit strandcenter. org for more info.

Nine local businesses are participating in an off-site art exhibition program sponsored by the Strand Center of the Arts.

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Adirondack Regional Art Trail launches

Initiative creates new way to experience the arts in Northern NY

By Teah Dowling

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ADIRONDACK REGION — The Adirondack Regional Art Trail launched last month to bring greater visibility to the arts around the Adirondack region.

The trail launched as part of the interactive North Guide website to connect hundreds of arts organizations, galleries, theaters, artists and craftspeople in a region-wide network making it easier for visitors and residents to plan trips and outings that include the arts.

“This is such a big region and we don’t know what’s happening in different areas in terms of art,” said Melissa Hart, communications specialist for the Adirondack North Country Association. “There’s so much to explore in this region and this is a great way to find out about those things.”

Four organizations — Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA), BluSeed Studios, Saranac Lake ArtWorks and Traditional Arts in Upstate New York (TAUNY) — received funding through the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to get the project started.

“Initially, I was going to do it for our area since we have 12 galleries and 50 artists,” said Sandra Hildreth, originator of the art trail and part of Saranac Lake ArtWorks. “So, I came up with this website.”

The official debut will take place spring 2016. The next phase will involve building a more physical presence for the trail, with signage, banners and events.

Until then, the art trail focuses on the arts in a variety of towns and cities, including Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake, Port Henry, Chazy, Au Sable Forks, Indian Lake, Long Lake and more.

PLATTSBURGH People embarking on the trail can step back in time and chronologically experience the events leading to the Battle of Plattsburgh within the context of the War in 1812 at the Battle of Plattsburgh Interpretive Center and War of 1812 Museum.

The website features two SUNY Plattsburgh arts: Nina Winkel Sculpture Court and Plattsburgh State Art Museum. The Nina Winkel Sculpture Court features dozens of sculptures by Nina Winkel, who lived through a variety of historical events and times that influenced her pieces. The museum features world-class art exhibits, artifacts and events — showcasing over 4,600 works of art and artifacts.

ROTA Studio & Gallery, started by local artists and musicians, aims to bring music and arts from around the world to Plattsburgh. It features eight community art exhibitions each year and local musicians, among other attractions.

The Adirondack Regional Theatre is a nonprofit community theater that provides a “dynamic, high-quality theatrical experience for people of all ages free of charge.”

Created by a band of Plattsburgh movers and shakers to help grow culture in the community, First Weekends were joined by downtown businesses, organizations and galleries to host family-friendly free events and art openings.

The Strand Center for the Arts collaborates closely with organizations throughout the region to help strengthen the economics of the North Country. SCA also offers a variety of exhibits, classes, various works of art and the newly restored and renovated Strand Theatre.

“Anytime there is a chance to work with local businesses, nonprofits, galleries or museums, we are always on board,” said Christina Elliot, gallery and museum coordinator for SCA. “The art trail is a great resource for galleries and museums.”

CHAZY The Alice T. Miner Museum is a colonial revival museum featuring rooms with samplers, silhouettes, china, furniture and commemorative items from the Battle of Plattsburgh.

“We’re very happy to be included on the art trail,” said Ellen Adams, director of the museum.

“We hope will help spread the word about the museums in the region.”

AU SABLE FORKS The original Art Deco building, now known as the Hollywood Theater, was built in 1937 and has been remodeled and heavily repaired to what it is today. The theater now has two screens, each with 98 seats, and a new marquee.

Built in 1911 as a Masonic Lodge, the Tahawus Center served the town thanks to dance artists Rebecca Kelly and Craig Brashear of Rebecca Kelly Ballet. Since 1987, the two have been touring, performing and teaching in the North Country. They now showcase events and projects in education, dance, film, photography, music, science, yoga and art.

“We see the Adirondack Regional Art Trail as an ideal way for artists across the region to connect and collaborate and creates an overall identity for the region as an arts destination,” Kelly said. “It also helps point the way to the treasures in the making within these mountains.”

WILMINGTON Susan Runyon of Alpine Images Photography sells her Adirondack landscape photographs and notecards.

Lauren McGovern of Beads from the Barn began creating beaded jewelry over 20 years ago but only in the last several years has branched out to create pieces with fused glass and metal clays.

LAKE PLACID Artist Jacqueline Altman works out of her home studio making watercolor paintings of the area surrounding her.

The Lake Placid Center for the Arts offers a variety of programming year-round from music to theater and dance for various ages and interests.

The Palace Theater is a family-owned vintage theater that shows first-run movies on four screens in a circa-1926 building.

The Lake Placid Sinfonietta, known as the orchestra of the Adirondacks, is a professional chamber orchestra that presents a summer festival during July and August featuring worldclass soloists and classical musicians from around the country.

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DOT rolls out tow-riffic new snowclearing machines New add-ons will allow plows to clear two lanes at once

By Pete DeMola

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ELIZABETHTOWN — While we’ve had an unusually mild winter so far, state officials are planning for the worst.

On Tuesday, the state department of transportation revealed their newest tool in the fight against extreme weather — the tow plow.

The devices, which attach as trailers to the back of standard dump trucks, can be hydraulically adjusted to swing out to the side of the truck.

To the uninitiated, they may resemble jackknives cutting across the wintry landscape.

But to the state, they resemble progress.

Paired with the standard plow, the attachment doubles plow width and helps clear 24 feet of road, or two lanes, at once.

The fleet, 62 in all, will also speed up response times and allow the state to better deploy their resources in the event of disasters, said Bryan Viggiani, a DOT spokesman.

Eight are set to be deployed across DOT Region 1, including a 10-mile stretch between the Clinton-Essex county border on the Northway.

While the trucks will continue to be manned by a single operator, all drivers have received eight additional hours of mandatory training, including at a closed loop at an Albany office complex.

Two cameras will aid operators and reduce blind spots, while a rear lighting package mimics the lights of the truck body, Viggiani said.

An attached hopper also spits out salt onto the roadways.

The devices are expected to reduce fuel, maintenance and labor costs.

Motorists are urged to treat the vehicles, whose scope may initially be alarming, as regular plows, which means prudent driving speeds and no passing.

“If you’re on the Northway and you get stuck behind one of

these things, you just have to be patient,” Viggiani said.

The machines, which cost about $100,000 each, come as part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s NY Responds initiative, which allocated $50 million for new winter storm equipment and created a comprehensive new approach for emergency preparedness.

Lawmakers salty over salt use

Six million tons have salt have been deposited on Adirondack roads since 1980... and it’s contaminating the groundwater

By Pete DeMola

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ELIZABETHTOWN — Until Tuesday’s snowfall, municipalities across the region had been rejoicing over a mild winter that had their left their stockpiles of sand and salt, normally a precious commodity, largely untouched.

Despite the spring-like climes, lawmakers have reminded the state that they remain concerned about runoff from the sodium chlorate mixture draining into the region’s watershed.

“We have an issue with the amount of salt the state distributes on Main Street which ultimately ends up in Mirror Lake, which is a problem for us,” North Elba Supervisor Roby Politi told a DOT official last week at an Essex County Board of Supervisors committee meeting.

It’s not just Mirror Lake — it’s everywhere, from Lake George to Lake Colby.

Six million tons of salt have been deposited on Adirondack roads over the past 35 years. The Empire State, in fact, applies the highest amount of the mixture than anywhere else in North America, explained Dan Kelting, Executive Director of Paul Smith’s College Adirondack Watershed Institute.

While local municipalities can manage their roads as they see fit — most use a blend of sand and salt — all state roads receive the same treatment: A heady dose of salt.

Historically, it’s been an “out of sight, out of mind” approach, said Kelting.

But recent studies have documented a clear connection between sodium chlorate concentrations in bodies of water and the density of state roads in the watershed. Streams in the watershed have hundreds of times the salinity levels than their backcountry counterparts.

“It’s a major finding that clearly showed the DOT’s salting practices were resulting in the salinization in our region’s waterways,” Kelting said.

And the numbers are only increasing due to the cumulative effect.

“The studies are very blatant,” said Essex County Vice Chair Randy Preston. “It’s not dissipating through summer anymore — it’s the entire watershed. We really need to be doing something different with salt because it is creating a big problem for us.”

No one disputes the studies, said Kelting. But discerning the environmental impact is a bit trickier.

Each part of the ecosystem has different sensitivities to sodium chlorate.

Plants and algae, which provide energy other organisms need to survive, are heavily affected by the substance. But smaller animals that feed on algae, like zooplankton, have a higher sensitivity.

Kelting said there have been “significant losses” of the organism.

This causes a cascading effect: Fewer zooplankton results in more algae and smaller fish, for instance.

In Schroon, several diseased maple trees recently had to be removed, said supervisor Mike Marnell, who attributed to runoff.

And then there’s the human element.

Some communities, like Dannemora, are now reliant on alternative water sources, noted John Sheehan, a spokesman for the Adirondack Council, an environmental advocacy group.

“We think that this is something the state should address seriously,” Sheehan said. “Some are calling it the biggest issue since acid rain.”

The issue has brought together a diverse spread of stakeholders with different ideas for how to combat the problem.

The DOT official who appeared at last week’s county meeting, Mike Arthur, acknowledged the issue and said the state was having “internal discussions,” as well as talks with outside groups, to address the issue.

This winter, the state plans on treating Northway ramps with a brine mixture before storms, said Arthur. Doing so will reduce snowpack and hopefully, salt usage. That mixture will

joined by a form of treated salt designed to be more effective in cold temperatures.

“We don’t want to put down any more salt we have to,” said Arthur.

Several lawmakers indicated they’d like to see the state apply less. Drivers would then have to get used to navigating roads that are not completely clear.

Marnell, a former highway superintendent, said expectations for bare roads have risen “tenfold” over the past 35 years.

“As long as people drive 70 MPH, they want bare roads,” said Marnell. “People just do not want to drive on anything but a bare road.”

(The DOT, noted Arthur, does not have a bare road policy: “We plow the roads the best we can with the staff we have,” he said.)

Other parties, like Adk Action, a group that drafted a study with the Adirondack Watershed Institute, said solutions could be found without compromising public safety, like reducing waste when distributing the mixture and using advanced technology to apply it more selectively.

Sheehan said the verdict was still out on an ideal solution.

“They’re not cheap, but cheaper than losing your water,” said Sheehan.

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016 Is here already? I can’t believe how fast the years seem to fly by.

I can’t help but wonder if the fast pace of a wired society these days, where we are all so connected, lends to how quickly the years seem to slip by but they certainly seem to be slipping by at an unbelievable rate.

The past year was one of major change both here at home in the United States and around the world.

Terrorism, war, the economy, immigration, refugees, guns, rising debt and election turmoil seem destine to capture the headlines as we move into 2016 and beyond, in what should be another pivotal year in our ongoing nation’s story.

It’s anyone’s guess what direction 2016 will take but we know for sure the next 10 months will be filled with major issues as candidates for both political parties do their best to explain what’s wrong and what they intend to do to fix America.

One candidate will convince enough of us that they are the right person for the job. We can only hope and pray that we make a choice that’s right for the country and a new leader can find common purpose that the vast majority can support.

I, for one, don’t think the country can stand much more polarization with the constant game of tugo-war played between the nation’s elected officials.

We can’t continue tearing at the very fabric of the nation at a time when we need to be united in purpose.

The audition for role as Commander and Chief is about to get serious as we finally move away from an over crowded field of want-to-bees and into the process of the run-off state primaries. This will be a time where we narrow down the field, while removing the pollsters from their predictions to discover what the electorate really believes about the issues and who they believe is best suited to lead this nation.

2016 holds a great deal of promise but at the same time presents potential risks to the stability of the world.

We can only hope and pray that reasonable world leaders take steps to lessen the growing tensions and that all God’s people can take a step back and learn to live in harmony on this small planet we are forced to share.

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olfing on Christmas! Can you believe it?

While the full story won’t be revealed until spring, it’s likely the North Country tourism biz got a big kick in the pants from this stretch of unseasonable weather.

But for towns in Essex County who aren’t Wilmington and Lake Placid, the vacant hotels and empty Main Streets is just business as usual.

Let’s face it: We cannot rely solely on the free market to reverse course when it comes to creating and executing the huge events that will attract visitors to our region.

We need more public investment.

We’re not talking big fat slabs of pork from the state government — last month’s “Hunger Games” revealed the state has little appetite for supporting Olympic pipe dreams — but rather an adjustment for how the local bed tax is distributed.

Essex County lawmakers finally put a long-simmering dispute to bed last year when they passed a law requiring vacation rental units to pay the 3 percent occupancy tax that traditional hoteliers have been paying for years.

Conservative estimates say this will boost the total haul by at least 12 percent, bringing the number to about $2.3 million.

Those revenues are then kicked over to the Regional Office for Sustainable Tourism, or ROOST, to promote the county’s tourism assets.

ROOST generally allocates the lion’s share of those funds to the communities that generate the most tax, mainly North Elba and Wilmington.

The little guys receive promotional support by web outreach, small-scale event promotion and other marketing techniques designed to drive overnight visitation.

Additional monies can be freed up as part of a grant process — Ask and you shall receive, says ROOST — while this year, communities will also receive $50,000 as part of a “tourism enhancement fund” tied to the bed tax upgrade.

Makes sense, right?

Yes and no.

For years, how the funds are allocated has become a “chicken or the egg”type scenario.

Why should, say, Westport or Ticonderoga get an outsized chunk of change if they generated hardly any occupancy tax?

Ordinarily, we’d say they shouldn’t.

But desperate times call for desperate measures.

And folks, it’s grim out there.

It’s hard not to become cynical as our outlying communities continue to struggle as another year fades in the rearview.

More closed businesses. More people leaving.

Our communities have become ghost towns.

Big events are needed to stimulate activity in the region.

We agree with ROOST on most issues.

We agree that large-scale events are one way to develop economic sustainability.

We agree that dedicated groups of civic cheerleaders need to organize these events.

And we agree that the private sector needs to spearhead growth in lodging, alongside recreational and retail infrastructure, to accommodate these visitors and accelerate economic growth in the community.

But we disagree on how the funding is allocated.

While ROOST’s strategy seems like a good one for the long-term, these plans will take years to come to fruition — perhaps close to a decade:

For one, there doesn’t appear to be a sense of urgency. Another is the lack of water and sewer infrastructure that prohibits retail and lodging businesses to expand in communities throughout the Adirondack Park.

Towns need a boost now. And it can happen.

A large influx of cash, for instance, could take a large-scale concert series at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport from a fleeting thought to reality within a year.

It could make Elizabethtown the epicenter for a mountain bike race, or Ticonderoga the center of an international fishing derby.

Essex County should consider a system like they have in Warren County, where the county turns over a designated amount of the bed tax to the towns.

Committees, bolstered by tourism officials, then use a list of criteria to gauge the benefits of each potential project before distributing the funding.

The infrastructure already exists here in the form of the “tourism destination areas” ROOST set up several years ago to draft blueprints for their communities.

Giving them direct access to the pursestrings might help expedite some movement.

ROOST often says that we need to think regionally — Lake Placid isn’t competing with Cape Cod, for instance, but rather Lake George.

What a better way to think regionally then a more equitable distribution system?

After years of investments, mega events like the Wilmington Whiteface Bike Fest and IronMan Lake Placid now stand on their own.

The only way for our surrounding areas to reach parity is several years of direct financial investment before tourism officials remove the training wheels.

While it may seem retrograde to depart from the top-down approach, it may be time to put some autonomy back in local hands.

Wilmington and Lake Placid may be the crown jewels when it comes to North Country tourism. But if they’re surrounded by the empty husks of once-vibrant communities, it’s a disservice to us all.

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Christmas Carol a sell out in Ticonderoga

Response to “Stand Up to the NRA”

To the Editor: The Festival Guild Players’ production of “Christmas Carol” was a big success with all four performances sold out. The audiences loved the modern adaption of this Charles Dickens classic which was written and directed

by Vincent Smith.

The production had a large cast of 38 actors whose ages ranged from preschool to retirees. The play had an interesting twist with a female Scrooge played perfectly by Jill Cunningham – she was stern and grumpy until the very end. Bob Cratchit, played by Scott Hill opened the play with a narration that set the stage for the production and ended the show with another narration that completed the story beautifully. The entire cast did an excellent job of delivering a magical theatrical experience for each of the four performances.

Ticonderoga’s Community Building proved to be an intimate setting for “Christmas Carol” with production sets on the stage as well as on the floor in front of the stage. Actors entered and exited the stage through the aisles, often engaging the audience as they came and went. The audience felt very connected to the play and the characters.

Sound and lighting were a critical component to the production. Bob Elling and Richard Timberlake designed the lighting and sound systems used. A terrific production crew of Scott Tyler, Andrew Rasmus, and Stuart Baker made the magic happen. The Festival Guild Players are very grateful to several benefactors who provided the funds used to purchase the new equipment. Funds were provided by the Town of Ticonderoga, the Ticonderoga Festival Guild, and International Paper. Grants were awarded by The Charles R. Wood Foundation as well as the Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation; “Dedicated to improving the quality of life for yearround residents of the Adirondack Park.”

Many people are now anticipating the next play which is expected to be a melodrama and is planned to be scheduled in late May or early June.

Festival Guild Players Ticonderoga

To the editor: I’m always surprised when someone mentions gun control and hunting in the same breath.

There is a lot of “redirecting” out there these days, and redefining words to make a person’s views seem more palatable. Let’s be done once and for all with the idea that the second amendment has anything what so ever to do with hunting. Can we do that? Bury that thought forever.

I’d love to never hear it again. Almost all of the constitution is designed to protect, we the people from the government. Every check and balance, every freedom that was recognized by the government, not allowed by the government. There were self evident then, what is different now? Here in the north, we know that phones may not be available. We know that should there be a need for a gun, one shot may not be enough. It’s part of our life here, it always has been. We have had these freedoms since this was a colony. Why the rush now to give them up? When your right to defend yourself and family is gone, what will you surrender next? Lets change the title here from “Stand up to the NRA,” to “Stand up for the NRA.” Fred V Provoncha Ticonderoga

Safe driving To the Editor: The holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of the year for alcohol-related automobile accidents. The reason for this is the added stress the holidays bring as well as the fact that more people are drinking as part of numerous parties and other festivals.

Lake Placid/Wilmington Connecting Youth and Communities Coalition, Lake Placid Police Chief William Moore, New York State Troop B Major Charles Guess, Essex County Sheriff Richard Cutting and Essex County District Attorney Kristy Sprague join together to remind everyone that excessive drinking and driving is a serious offense with serious consequences to the offender and to their victims. Not only do offenders risk themselves, they also risk their passengers and anyone else who happens to be in their path.

On November 18, 2009, Leandra’s Law was passed. It was named after 11-year-old Leandra Rosado, who was killed in a crash while a passenger in a car driven by a drunk driver. With the passage of the law, New York mandated installation of an ignition interlock device for all drivers convicted of misdemeanor and felony drunk driving. A person who has interlock ignition on their vehicle must blow into the device to prove that they have not consumed alcohol. If the device detects alcohol, the vehicle will not operate.

It also created a new Class E Felony charge for Driving While Intoxicated with a child passenger 15 years old or younger in the car.

Sheriff Cutting, Chief Moore, Major Guess and District Attorney Sprague feel a special responsibility for keeping our roads safe, but you, the driving public, are where the responsibility is greatest. We know and understand the risks and we appreciate your dedication to safe driving, both on your own and hopefully as a designated driver for someone else.

It is our hope that your holidays are filled with joy and happiness. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

Sheriff, Richard Cutting Chief, William Moore Major Charles Guess District Attorney, Kristy Sprague Tina Clark, CYC Coordinator

All youth groups should be recognized To the Editor: Any fool can criticize and many do.

There are times, however, when we are called upon to focus our attention on “sins of omission” and at least make an attempt to right a wrong.

While it is applaudible to see our sports “heroes” recognized by several pages of sporting events, one ponders about the lack of recognition of the numerous young people not into activities known as sports! I sincerely hope it is not because we consider them of a lesser value to our society.

We have boy scouts, girl scouts, brownies and cub scouts, 4H and FFA members. There are church related groups such as Newman Club, Demolay, Rainbow girls and others. Should the achievements of science clubs, the drama and music departments all take a backseat to the basketball and football squads?

Why do we not publicly recognize the coral groups, who visit the nursing homes, the boys and girls who shovel the walks of the Senior Citizen?

I would greatly enjoy the doings of the drama, art, and music departments shared with the general public so that those participating in these activities are given the recognition they rightfully deserve.

Here is an opportunity to right a wrong. We speak of equal opportunity.

Can we not at least consider giving ALL of our youngsters the recognition they rightfully deserve.

John W. Ward Peru

Response to Ed Hatch To the Editor: This is in response to Ed Hatch’s “Be wary of ambulance districts”.

I am a EMT in the the Willsboro Fire Department and have served our community for the past 10 years. I agree with Ed that we have existing problems that should be addressed. The large number of calls to the Willsboro Assisted Living Center, misuse of the ambulance, lack of EMTs, and the increase in population during the summer months.

The Willsboro Assisted Living has some 50 to 60 elderly residents, 20 of which live on the memory ward. This is 60 higher risk residents in our community. The number of calls here is not unusual for this for a place like this.

Misuse of the ambulance? Define misuse. What you and I consider a minor ailment can be a full blown emergency for someone else. Thank god that we have non-judgemental EMTs who respond with compassion to everyone’s emergency.

Lack of EMTs. That Ed is the real issue and the reason the ambulance districts were formed. We need more EMTs! More volunteers in the fire departments and rescue squads! It’s been noted that everyone who has been critical of the ambulance districts is NOT a volunteer.

The large increase in population during the summer months is due to the beauty of the Adirondacks. People come from all over the world to enjoy this wonderful area. While they are here, the deserve and expect a rapid response to their emergencies. Most are amazed that we are volunteers. They are all used to paid fire and EMS. To put it simply, the lack of volunteerism is a direct result of Willsboro and Essex forming ambulance districts. So I beg you again, join us in serving our communities on the front line of emergency care. Then, if you want to criticize, criticize from within. With a understanding of what we are really doing, serving our fellow man in their time of need. Thank god we still have some volunteers out there who answer the call day or night, day after day.

Dale Wells Willsoboro

Silver Bay impacts community with taxes To the Editor: I must agree with the letter to the editor That “Silver Bay YMCA continues to have an impact on community”. The letter does list programs that are available to family’s and children not only in Ticonderoga, but the entire North Country.

Some of the impact, in my opinion, is not always so positive. Silver Bay YMCA has a mile of shore line on Lake George with many acres of land and buildings galore. As a religious organization they don’t have to pay taxes on all of those resources. This puts the burden on the residents of the town to make up the difference. Oh they do make a “donation” to the town but nothing close to the value that the town would realize from homes and business on that same property.

I have heard that the YMCA septic system is going to be replaced. I’m sure that they are not going to do this without a reason. There are two types of septic systems, one that has failed and one that is going to fail. Money was donated for a building addition but is now going to replace the septic system. Why not work with the town to help with an addition to the town sewer system and avoid additional pollution to our wonderful lake.

The other business in town also feel the impact of the YMCA, restaurant’s, hotel’s and general stores not only have to compete with the YMCA but they also have to help make up the taxes to the town and county that the YMCA does not pay. The YMCA should think about all the impacts they have on the neighbors in our town.

Jon Hanna Hague on Lake George

Rebuttal to Ms. Dixon To the Editor: This was a rebuttal to a letter to the editor: Ms. Dixon’s recent editorial I respect Ms. Dixon for stating her opinion regarding the cartoon depicting a Muslim woman as a human bomb but I feel that she has misunderstood the intent of the cartoon. In my opinion this cartoon was making an excellent statement. It identified the fact that anyone, man woman or child, as misguided as they may be, can and will harm innocent Americans as well as innocent citizens of other democracies.

This cartoon has absolutely nothing to do with sexism. Again, in my opinion, this well presented cartoon, identifies just how vulnerable we are to radical attacks. Plain and simple!

Fredrick Hammann Ticonderoga

COMMENTARY

Little Bits Do you believe in Angels?

Gordie Little

Columnist

S

ome believe they’re all around us. They certainly played a significant role in the Christmas story.

Songs have been written about them and a number of movies have featured them. What are they? Angels.

I have my own opinion and you no doubt have one as well.

Those who know me have read and listened to my stories of such things for a long time. In recent years, I have carried a portfolio of photographs with me to enhance some of what I call “true” ghost stories.

Kaye and I enjoy midnight mass each year at St. Alexander’s Church in Morrisonville and this year was no exception. I was asked to videotape it and was happy to do so. The music was outstanding. For us and a packed sanctuary, it was the perfect way to celebrate the “reason for the season.”

Our friend Jason Cerone is an accomplished photographer and some of his images surrounding the recent prison break have received widespread acclaim.

He and David Nelson attended the St. Peter’s midnight mass in Plattsburgh this year and one of his photographs has “gone viral,” as they say in the digital age vernacular.

At first he didn’t see anything out of the ordinary when he snapped a shot of the beautiful altar. Then, it hit him like a ton of bricks. What was that filmy image on the left side next to the Christmas tree? He showed it to me and I was astounded. I begged him to enlarge that portion so I could examine it very carefully. The longer I stared at it, the more I was overcome by the feeling that I was seeing something glorious and special.

You don’t need to view it with a vivid imagination. It’s an angel with moving wings, plain and simple. It’s that obvious. I’ve looked at many such pictures, but this one stands out from all the rest.

It’s important to be somewhat skeptical of such things and we began to ask questions. That’s the proper thing to do. Were there altar servers up there before mass? Was a candle being swung to and fro? Was there a reflection from an overhead light off one of the stained glass windows? The answer is “no” to all of the above.

Jason said his photo was taken before the lights around the altar were turned on and before the candles were lit.

Clergy and church workers are both pleased and puzzled.

One wrote, “We believe angels exist and whether or not this is some sort of photographic glitch doesn’t matter because it gets people talking about religion.”

Amen to that.

Jason posted an anonymous quote on a social site a few days ago: “Sometimes angels are just ordinary people that help us believe in miracles again.” I agree.

Kaye and I have seen miracles in our own family. And we believe.

Do you?

Happy New Year.

Columnist Gordie Little may be reached at gordie@suncommunitynews.com.

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Notes from the North Woods Joe Hackett

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The old, Red Rider finally grows up A

s a youngster, the local woods and waters were my primary playground, and a Daisy Red Rider BB rifle was my constant companion. I took that old gun everywhere, and I used it for plinking’ tin cans, frogs, and red squirrels.

I retired the old Red Rider, and replaced it with a..22 caliber, bolt action rifle, which was more appropriate for hunting squirrel, rabbits and ruffed grouse.

It also signaled a major step up in my hunting career, and in my personal sense of responsibility. I finally had a ‘real rifle’ and a hunting license. I viewed BB guns as toys that were used by kids, rather than ‘real hunters’. However, I’ve since come to realize that air guns have grown up too.

While the popular, Daisy ‘Red Rider’ Model has changed very little since it was introduced in 1938, the power and accuracy of air rifles has certainly increased over the years.

Compressed air guns have been around for centuries and they have proven to be just as powerful and accurate as traditional firearms.

In fact, there’s even an air rifle on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington. It was carried by Lewis and Clarke with the Corps of Discovery on their fabled cross country expedition.

The rifle, known as the Windbüchse (wind rifle) remained in military service for over 35 years. It had a more advanced design and mechanical technology than the infamous Henry Rifle which arrived fifty years later.

It was considered to be just as powerful as the blackpowder muzzleloaders of the era, and more importantly, it was a repeating rifle that could deliver ten consecutive shots effective at distances of over 100 yards.

Unlike black powder rifles, air rifles offered no flash, no smoke and little report, and they remained dependable, even in wet weather.

The guns were powered by an air reservoir that was easily restored with a portable hand pump. The celebrated Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1804 carried a .46 caliber reservoir air gun with a tubular magazine mounted on the side of the barrel. The butt stock served as the air reservoir and it had a working pressure of 800 psi. It was capable of providing 22 shots per minute and had a rifled bore.

Although air-powered rifles and pistols are still largely viewed as ‘kid’s toys’ in the United States, compressed air rifles and pistols are the only legal ‘firearms’ available to the public in most nations, and they are extremely popular in Europe and Asia where some of the finest guns are produced. Compressed air pistols are also used in Olympic competitions, and they’ve also been used to hunt deer elk and wild boar since the 17th Century.

Although air rifles have the proven ability to be used as an effective hunting weapons, their use has historically been primarily limited to pest control and small game in North America.

However, the trend is slowly changing as Fish and Game officials come to recognize the potential for an Air-gunning Seasons for Big Game animals.

In fact, seven states already provide Big Game seasons for ‘air-gunners’, and New York may soon jump on board, if a current initiative to allow the use of Big Bore Air Rifles receives enough public support.

I’ve had a lot of experience with Big Boar airguns including a .45 caliber single shot and lever action repeaters. The guns have a muzzle velocity comparable to modern black powder rifles, with less smoke, noise and recoil.

Their effective range is similar, and hunters will have to get

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The NYSDEC is currently seeking public comment regarding a proposed amendment that will allow hunters to use big bore air rifles while hunting Big Game. The rifles, which use compressed air to propel a bullet are available single shot, bolt action and lever action models. The air guns are capable of effectively taking a variety of big game animals with the power and accuracy of a shotgun or a muzzleloader.

close enough to take an effective shot. Most modern airguns are powered by a pre-charged reservoir which can be filled by either a hand pump, or a scuba tank. A typical charge will be enough to power 5 to 9 shots that are capable of knocking down a whitetail.

Currently, the NYSDEC is soliciting comments on proposed changes that may allow big bore air rifles to be used as legal implements for hunting big game. Comments will be accepted from Dec. 23, 2015 through Feb. 5, 2016.

For further information please visit: http://www.dec. ny.gov/regulations/34113.html#p1s1803 or send comments to: Joe Racette NYSDEC 625 Broadway Albany, NY 1233-4754 Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook.

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Is the salmon surge for suckers?

PLATTSBURGH — Madeleine Lyttle, Bill Ardren, and maybe others will make an appearance at the Clinton County Fairgrounds Conservation Building on Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. to discuss local salmon populations, invasive impacts and more.

This will be a great opportunity for anglers to express thanks for the super job these folks have done over the years to bring back the king of sportfish to Lake Champlain, the Saranac and other streams.

It’s always free, everyone is always welcome, so mark your calendar so we can see you there!

Belcam Inc. receives $130,000 in funding Funds to allow purchase of machinery and equipment to become more efficient

By Teah Dowling

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ROUSES POINT — Belcam Inc. has netted $130,000 for private label and export development.

The funds, which were granted as part of the state’s regional economic development council awards last month, will go toward new equipment and machinery to allow the body care product company to become more efficient and compete with other similar businesses.

“This is a very competitive business,” said Fran Wynnik, export sales managaer for Belcam. “We need to improve and

we want to grow.”

With this investment, along with targeting certain markets, Belcam hopes to grow their workforce, build sales and expand into global markets, including China and Russia.

Currently, Belcam exports their products — bath products, fragrances and beauty tools for manicure, pedicure, hair care and skin care — to about 30 countries and sells their products in a variety of large retail stores, including Big Lots, Walmart and Burlington Coat Factory.

To keep up with competition, Belcam hasn’t set a price increase of their products in years. So, in order to grow, an investment needs to be made on new equipment that produces products more quickly, such as in labeling and packaging.

Belcam started in 1946 and has been located in Rouses Point since 1954. It was originally a family-owned business

and now it’s employee owned. Belcam started building their business in the past few years. With the help of this award, they’ll be able to expand more.

“This is a terrific program because it does give businesses an opportunity to do things they might not be able to do,” Wynnik said. “We’re very pleased to have received this award.”

Although Belcam is very appreciative about the award, the grant itself is about 20 percent of what the business plans to spend.

Wynnik stated the estimated cost of the project equates to $600,000 to $650,000. The rest of the funds, she said, will come from profits, bank loans and a combination of other sources.

Belcam plans on starting the project quickly into the new year and have it complete by the end of 2016.

Clinton Community College adds new board members PLATTSBURGH — At its recent annual meeting, the Clinton Community College Foundation board of directors elected four new board members James Kopaska (Johns Manville), Heather West, Esq. (Stafford, Owens, Law Firm), Barry Whalen (IRC Construction), and John Mockry (Professor of Criminal Justice) who will each serve up to two (2) three-year terms.

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dent on the completion of NYSEG’S cleanup project and expansion of the Saranac River Trail.

SARANAC RIVER TRAIL The Saranac River Trail currently goes from Angell Drive near the end of the SUNY Plattsburgh campus over to Pine street near the closed Saranac Street Bridge and Max Moore Memorial Treehouse.

With the incorporation of this new bridge, the trail will connect to downtown Plattsburgh and, from there, it will connect to an-

Leaving the board after serving their full terms are William Russell, Esq, (Russell, McCormick & Russell), Kim Murray (Champlain Valley Electric Supply), Ed Martin (Schluter Systems), and Ron Graham (Monahan Medical).

Continuing members of the board include Allen Racine, Chair (Glens Falls National Bank), Stephen Podd, Vice Chair (Northstar Private Capital LLC), Clark Currier, Trea-

other bridge being constructed at the end of Durkee Street.

“We think it’s a great idea,” said Jesse Feller, president of the Friends of the Saranac River Trail, in a previous interview. “We want to make the trail more manageable for community members and people who are thinking about visiting here.”

Discussions about Phase II of the plan began in September.

STEAM EXHIBITS INCORPORATION Part of the award granted to the project will go toward incorporating STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) interactive exhibits.

surer (Twinstate Technologies), Trevor Rabideau, Corporate Secretary (Walker Funeral Home), Craig Squier, Immediate Past Chair (Retired), Melinda Clark, Student Representative (Nursing Program), Melissa McManus, (CCC Board of Trustees Representative), Shirley O’Connell, Emeritus (Community Volunteer), Michael Penfield (Georgia Pacific), Lee Ann Pray (Swarovski Lighting), Michael Rubal (Ultra Buys), and Frederick Smith (CCC Interim President).

The city is partnering with the Champlain Valley Transportation Museum to incorporate these learning stations along the bridge.

The Champlain Valley Transportation Museum has been doing STEM programming for years. However, they want to expand their services beyond the museum grounds.

“We don’t want to be solely a museum; we want to be out in the community,” said Amy Bonn of the museum in a previous interview.

“We should be nurturing and celebrating the talents of our students and we want kids from across our region to have access to quality programming and activities.”

The number and theme of the exhibits is yet to be determined.

“This is going to be a great edition to the

trail,” said Paul DeDominicas, community development director for the City of Plattsburgh. “It’s a great way to further connectivity to the city.”

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Bazzano’s: Serving up homemade Italian cuisine for 25 years

By Teah Dowling

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PLATTSBURGH — Orders of sausage and pepperoni pizza immediately came in minutes after Owner Pierre Saba unlocked the doors to Bazzano’s Pizza.

Bazzano’s started off in a little shop in the West Bay Plaza. After five years, the business outgrew the space and moved to its current location, operating for over 20 years.

The shop serves up pizza, pasta, wings and other items in a fast-paced environment - all made with homemade pizza dough and various sauces and the best quality ingredients possible.

“We have a huge menu with plenty of options in huge portions,” said Jodie Galarneau, one of the managers. “The quality of food is always consistent and we serve the same product every time.”

Whether in house or at home, customers will be able to experience Bazzano’s traditional menu, newly added food items and daily specials.

Saba’s recommendation: chicken, bacon and ranch pizza.

“We serve everything the old fashioned way,” Saba said. “We serve the best pizza in town.”

Bazzano’s is open 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday to Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 10 a.m. to 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Delivery is available throughout all of Clinton County.

For more information, visit the shop at 5041 South Catherine St., call 518-562-8586 or visit bazzanospizza.com .

“We’ve been here for so long that we’ve become like a Plattsburgh tradition,” said Dominic Paul, one of the managers. “Just go with some cheese pizza and hot wings and I’ll guarantee you’ll be back for sure.”

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nicipality in our region,” he said. “I want to present the best quality of life for folks who want to move into the region or stay in our region.”

FULL DEDICATION Cashman recently left his job at SUNY Plattsburgh as the assistant director for the Center of Student Involvement to dedicate

his time toward the town.

Cashman stated that during his time as town supervisor, he will have an open door policy for all.

“I will try my best to bring about opportunities for collaboration that will provide individuals a chance to share their thoughts and opinions so that we can come as close as possible to a shared vision not only for our municipality, but for our region.

The first meeting with Cashman as supervisor will take place Jan. 4.

The shop serves up pizza, pasta, wings and other items in a fast-paced environment - all made with homemade pizza dough and various sauces and the best quality ingredients possible. Pictured above: Bazzano’s cheese and pepperoni Sicilian pizza. Pictured below: Bazzano’s Hawaiian pizza.

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SUNY Plattsburgh professor releases book on the KKK in New England

By Teah Dowling

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PLATTSBURGH — SUNY Plattsburgh professor Mark Richard recently released his second book “Not a Catholic Nation: The Ku Klux Klan Confronts New England in the 1920s.”

In the book, Richard examines the KKK’s growth in New England and details the reactions of the region’s Catholic population, the Klan’s primary targets.

Drawing on a wide range of sources — including French-language newspapers in the New England-Canadian borderlands; KKK documents in local, university and Catholic repositories and previous copies of the Maine Klansmen — Richard shows how the KKK was more active in the Northeast than previously thought.

The book also takes into consideration the history of the U.S.-Canada borderlands, particularly the role of Canadian immigrants as both proponents and victims of the klan movement in the United States.

Richard stated the KKK in New England could’ve been affiliated to the KKK activity that occurred in upstate New York, including the igniting of three crosses on Thanksgiving by KKK members in Plattsburgh in 1926.

“The book tells an important story that we can’t overlook,” Richard said. “Many people were not aware that the KKK was active in the 1920s. and I’m hoping that this book will shed light on this forgotten history.”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Richard earned his associates degree from Bowdoin College in government and legal studies, master’s degree from the University of Maine and Ph. D from Duke University.

Currently, Richard is a professor of history and Canadian studies at SUNY Plattsburgh.

He is also the author of two other books: “Loyal but French: The Negotiation of Identity by French-Canadian Descendants in the United States” and a social studies textbook for students with middle school-level skills, which also was recently released in November.

In the future, Richard currently has no plans to write another book or textbook, but he intends to write shorter articles.

Richard released “Not a Catholic Nation” in November 2015 and is currently on sale for about $30 paper cover and $90 cloth cover. To purchase the book, visit Amazon or University of Massachusetts Press.

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here are innumerable events happening all over the North Country this week, ranging from small bar meet-ups to gallery expositions to town-wide blowouts. ‘Tis the season to celebrate, after all. Now, we have another reason to rejoice and be merry: The holidays are almost over. But before we heave the final sigh of relief, here are a few of our favorite celebrations happening in the area.

PartyÊ likeÊ itÕ sÊ 2016

Enjoying a pint – or two – and listening to some great local music: Is there any better way to unwind after the chaos of Christmastime? If there is, I have yet to find it. Here’s a closer look at a few of the bands playing in the North Country this week. Take your pick, listen live, and let the stress of the season fall away.

Smoke Signals on Lake Placid’s Main Street will host Sophistafunk on Jan. 2. Since 2007, the popular Syracuse-based outfit has been wowing crowds with their self-described “funky, grimy mix of hip-hop, live drums and Moog savagery.” Need we say more? Show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $5.

If your New Year’s resolution is to improve your singing voice, start the year off with perfect pitch by checking out the Monopole’s ever-popular open mic night in Plattsburgh. The next installment is Wednesday, Jan. 6 at 10 p.m.

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Elizabeth Izzo is the arts and entertainment columnist for Sun Community News. Reach her at 3lizabethizz@gmail.com.

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Sometimes, it’s easy for us to forget how lucky we are to live in the North Country. In the wintertime, we slide from place to place with snow crunching under our boots and we’re so busy trying not to fall, trying to find that perfect gift, trying to solidify our plans, that we forget to look around us.

This season, let’s stop and smell the wood smoke. There is art and poetry all around us.

The Hyde Collection in Glens Falls is currently featuring artwork by Audrey Flack, a pioneer in photorealism, and a nationally recognized painter, printmaker and sculptor. The drawings and prints on view focus on women neglected or demonized by history. The exhibition, titled Heroines, is on display from now until Jan. 3. General admission to the Hyde Collection is $15.

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The beloved artist graduated from Ticonderoga Central in 1981, and attended Clinton Community College and SUNY Plattsburgh.

She was employed as a secretary for GSA at the Canadian Border in Champlain, and served as a cadet for the Civil Air Patrol focusing on search and rescue.

McKinistry, 52, was also a member of the Society for Creative Anachronism, the international organization dedicated to researching and re-creating the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe, and an artist who shared her creations on Facebook — sketches

Katy Rasmus, Andy Rasmus and Adelaide Smallidge relax after the 2.5 mile walk, part of last year’s Resolution Run in Ticonderoga Jan. 1.

of exotic beauties; iconography from fantasy novels and photos of swirling North Country sunsets.

McKinistry, whose memorial service was on Monday, leaves behind a mother, daughter, sister and husband, among other relatives.

“I hope Erika McKinstry’s husband sees all the love that is going out in the world today in memory of his wife,” wrote Marsha Lodge on the Art Abandonment Facebook page. “I know it can’t heal the pain he must be in, losing her so close to the holidays, but just like being an organ donor, she is touching the lives of so many people even though she is gone.”

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When the party is over — when the slate is wiped clean and the year is new — what do we do next? We resolve to start over again.

On New Year’s Day, start your year off right with the LaChute Road Runners. Their 15th annual 5K Resolution Run begins at 11 a.m. near the Ticonderoga Heritage Museum. For kids, a 1K run will start at 11:30. Registration opens at 10:15 a.m. An entry fee of $2 or two canned goods is requested to benefit the Ticonderoga Food Pantry. For more information, visit lachute.us.

And don’t forget that despite the warm weather, the Olympic region is continuing to offer a wealth of activities. For the full list, visit lakeplacid.com/ holidays.

The holiday season is almost over and still snow has yet to stick to the ground. Without that cumbersome slush, it somehow doesn’t feel like December. And yet with all of the incredible events happening this week, I have to ask myself: is this a blessing in disguise?

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Don’t let the cold weather keep you at home on New Year’s Eve — this year, grab your silliest single-use party garb and join the fun.

The Rainbow Banquet Hall in Altona will be welcoming 2016 in style. Offering a lavish spread for all ticketholders, the $90 price tag for the evening includes open bar, a prime rib or stuffed chicken breast dinner buffet, noise makers, door prizes, live music by Glass Onion, pizza after midnight... and for those who party hard, a free ride home. Doors open at 6 p.m. To reserve a seat, contact Jane at 518-236-5030.

Plattsburgh’s biggest New Year’s Eve bash is set to be held at Five1Eight on Margaret Street. Five1Eight is the city’s newest nightclub, complete with a world-class sound system and VIP seating. The party starts at 10 p.m. and will continue into the early morning. Music by DJ Stevie B and DJ Light.

Advance tickets are $10 and include express entry, a champagne toast and party favors.

If you’re looking for a town-wide celebration, First Night Saratoga is perfect for you. On New Year’s Eve, Saratoga Springs will be abuzz with over 70 music, art, comedy, film, dance and kid-friendly events. Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with the First Night 5K run, and continue into the new year with fireworks at midnight. Admission buttons are $15 for adults and free for kids under 12. For information on individual events, visit saratoga.com/ new-years.

As part of Lake Placid’s ongoing Holiday in the Park series, several bands are scheduled to perform all week at the Paul White Memorial Band Shell until New Year’s Day, including Annie in the Water (Dec. 30) and jam band mainstays Raisinhead on Jan. 1. For more info, visit lakeplacid.com/holidays.

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Local hoops officials not fond of Binghamton move NYSPHSAA Exec. Council votes to move boy’s tournament out of Glens Falls Civic Center

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GLENS FALLS — The Glens Falls Civic Center has been the home to the championship moments of the NYSPHSAA boys basketball tournament since 1981.

But, the buzzer has now sounded on that run.

After the boys basketball committee voted 7-4 in favor of leaving the 2017 through 2019 tournaments in Glens Falls, the executive committee voted 14-8 to move the event to Binghamton.

In 2017, the tournament will be held in Floyd L. Maines Veteran’s Memorial Arena, which has undergone a $2-plus million dollar renovation as part of a continuing effort to win the bid. It beat out the Civic Center as well as the OnCenter War Memorial Arena in Syracuse.

New York State Public High School Athletic Association President Stephen Broadwell said the renovations as well as financial support were part of the decision.

“Based on discussions from around the state and the various sets of eyes that have reviewed the bid proposals, the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena offers a first class venue including recent renovations, hotels within walking distance, geographic location in the state and they have pledged no charge for arena as well as guaranteed $30,000 to NYSPHSAA to offset expenses,” said Broadwell, the Willsboro Central School Superintendent.

The committee who made the final vote included two representatives from each section, with the voting blocs for Sections II, VII, X and IX favoring Glens Falls. All other sections voted in favor of Binghamton.

“While I do not know each individual Sections rationale for voting as they did, travel tends to be a major consideration for many sections around the State,” Broadwell said. “The closer the state championship is to each section, the less travel, cost and time out of school is faced by school districts.”

Joe Staves, representing PHS, and Patricia Ryan-Curry of Indian Lake, who serves as the President of Section VII, voted on the measure.

“The Section VII Athletic Council reviewed the two bids submitted to the NYSPHSAA and voted for Glens Falls as the site,” Curry said. “As the current president of Section VII, I can tell you that Glens Falls was the preferred site for Section VII due its location, safety of the Glens Falls area, proven record of generated revenue, efficiency of administration of the tournament by local volunteers and the size of the venue.”

Curry said she was upset the executive committee did not follow the basketball committee’s recommendation.

“It is too bad the majority of the NYSPHSAA executive committee didn’t heed the recommendation of the boys basketball committee,” she said. “That committee voted 7-4 for Glens Falls. Three sections voted against their boys basketball committee representative. The boys basketball committee is in place to do what is best for boys basketball. One representative from each of the 11 sections is on the committee, many of whom have been on the committee for years. They and every other sport committee is called on to do what is best for their sport. It is very disappointing their expertise and wisdom was not respected.”

Section VII boys basketball head Brian Cross, who has guided the Moriah Vikings to consecutive Final Four appearances and is hopeful to make it three in a row for the final year of the Civic Center’s tenure as host site, shared in Curry’s frustrations.

“I certainly am not happy, but could read the writing on the wall,” Cross said. “It’s all about the money.”

“Section VII supported the return to Glens Falls Civic Center for Boys Basketball Championships based on the recommendation from the Boys Basketball Committee, the long term success of the tournament at this venue, the positive environment and that was provided in Glens Falls, and the easy access for area teams and fans to attend,” Section VII Executive Director Karen Lopez said. “From a personal perspective the decision is bittersweet because of the many times I was able to attend this championship event and the disappointment felt by North Country fans that regularly attend this annual event. I also sympathize with the Glens Falls and Boys Basketball Committees who put a tremendous amount of time and effort in developing this championship event that was successful in so many ways.

“But, I also have confidence that the people in the Binghamton will provide a wonderful experience for the athletes and teams that make it to the NYSPHSAA Boys Basketball Final Four, which is really what these championship events are about,” Lopez added.

Section II Executive Director Wayne Bertrand said the track record at the Civic Center was a big part of their vote to keep the tournament at the Civic Center.

“By an overwhelming majority our Athletic Council strongly voted for Glens Falls,” Bertrand said. “It has been a long held opinion that the committee has run a great tournament over the years.

Personally, I was disappointed by the decision. I have some fond memories of attending games there and watching some great basketball. The bar has been set high for the people in Binghamton.”

Broadwell said Glens Falls will be a welcomed bidder in the next cycle of determining the host site for the boys tournament, which will most likely be awarded in the late fall of 2018.

“Glens Falls has been an excellent host of the NYSPHSAA Basketball Tournament for over 30 years,” Broadwell said.

“The City of Glens Falls, the Civic Center as well as the hundreds of volunteers each year that have helped organize NYSPHSAA State Championships have afforded stu- Adam Jaquish and the Moriah Vikings boys varsity basketball team has made three appearances (2003, 2014, dent-athletes and spectators 2015) in the NYSPHSAA Final Four at the Glens Falls Civic Center, and is hoping to add a fourth in 2016, the an outstanding experience. final year the tournament will be held at the Civic Center before moving to the Floyd L. Maines Veteran’s MeThere have been great games morial Arena in Binghamton for 2017-2019.

Photo by Jill Lobdell on the Glens Falls court as “It’s too bad, considering what the championships mean to NYS Champions have been crowned. The sport of basketball Glens Falls bars and restaurants — their business booms right as well as all of our State Championships provide life-long out of sight through tournament weekend, and the Queensmemories for athletes, fans and communities. Glens Falls has bury Hotel is always filled up,” he said. “The tournament been a wonderful host and I am sure Binghamton will equally means a lot to the city and the county’s economy — It will be provide the same experiences for our student-athletes and sorely missed.” schools when they become the host in 2017.”

Although local teams are far less likely to be represented in “Glens Falls has certainly done an amazing job hosting the NYSPHSAA Boys Basketball Championships for the past 35 the statewide Federation tournament, community leaders will years,” said Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director. be working hard to boost attendance, he continued.

The Federation tournament hosts scouts and coaches of “I would like to congratulate Binghamton for being selected today by the membership of the association to host this pres- some of the most prominent national college teams, Bartigious tournament in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The bidding pro- tholomew noted, due to the outstanding quality of the athcess utilized by the association is focused on providing all 11 letes participating.

“We’ll be upgrading our marketing efforts,” he said, notSections with the opportunity to host NYSPHSAA championing that the Federation tournament had annually boosted the ships in a fair and transparent fashion.” economy by about $500,000, or one-quarter the impact of the NYSPHSAA tournament.

Local leaders mourn loss Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce President Peter Aust said he and others would be continuing the effort to Last week, area officials mourned the loss of the iconic reclaim the state boys basketball tournament that has been games that have for decades been embraced by area sports identified with Glens Falls for more than three decades. enthusiasts.

“We’re confident we can get the tournament back in Glens Warren County Economic Development Corp. President Falls,” he said. “We’ll show them we can host the tournament Ed Bartholomew said local sports fans and business owners, with as much or more success we’ve had in the past — We’re tournament volunteers as well as coaches and players from all a ‘class act’ here in Glens Falls.” over the region are saddened by the move. Bartholomew was Bartholomew said that despite the disappointment, volunmayor of Glens Falls when the city’s Civic Center first opened teers and fans remained enthusiastic about the NYSPHSAA its doors in 1979, and he was a chief advocate of it being built. tournament coming up in March.

“We are very, very disappointed the tournament didn’t stay “We’ll make the 2016 tournament an event to remember, in Glens Falls,” he said. “The outcome was not unexpected despite the fact that Glens Falls was the top choice of coaches with the theme “Come On Back in 2020!” and athletic directors.”

He said Glens Falls was beloved by the high school coaches, Silver lining players and their parents from across the state because of the warm, welcoming attitude of area businesses, 150-or-so volBartholomew, Economic & Community Development Diunteers and thousands of local basketball fans — as well as rector for Glens Falls, said local community leaders who have the city being a safe, pleasant place to stay. been working to retain the tournament will be lobbying to Warren County Board of Supervisors Chairman Kevin Ger- have it return to the city after 2019 — but in the meantime, aghty is one of the many dozens of people who have served as their attention will be focusing on the success of the Fedvolunteers for the tournament. Geraghty has been a scorer at eration Tournament of Champions, featuring boys and girls the tournament for more than 15 years. champions in three divisions from NYSPHSAA schools, as “We are all disappointed about the move to Binghamton, well as the top tams of the the New York State Association not only because of all the work local people put into the tour- of Independent Schools Athletic Association, the New York nament each year, but because Warren County as a whole has City Public Schools Athletic League and the Catholic High supported it — we’ve dumped $378,000 of local occupancy School Athletic Association. Glens Falls won the bid to host tax money into the tournament since 2004,” he said. “Every- the Federation tournament, which had left Glens Falls for Albody in the region will miss it, particularly the volunteers that bany about five years ago, but it experienced lower attendance work for it — There’s a tremendous amount of ‘behind the in the capital city. scenes’ work to make the tournament successful.”

“We’re not saying farewell to the NYSPHSAA tourney — we’ll work very hard to to bring it back after three years,” BarBartholomew said the tournament has annually generated about $2 million of revenue for downtown Glens Falls busi- tholomew said. “But in the meantime, we’ll be making every nesses — hotels and motels, restaurants and taverns during a effort to make the Federation tournament more attractive to everyone in the region.” late-winter weekend that would ordinarily be quiet.

The NYSPHSAA boys basketball championships will be Bill Kenny, chairman of the Warren County Occupancy Tax Committee which has granted the tournament its largest an- held at the Glens Falls Civic Center Friday, March 11, through nual grant each year, also offered his thoughts about the move Sunday, March 13. to Binghamton. Kenny, a county supervisor from Glens Falls The NYSPHSAA girls basketball championships will be for 18 years, has chaired the Occupancy Tax committee for held on the same dates at Hudson Valley Community College six years. in Troy.

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Local teams wrap up 2015 portion of schedule GirlsÊ hockey

Essex 1, Beekmantown 0, OT HANOVER, N.H. — A goal almost eight minutes into overtime for Essex, Vt., toppled the Lady Eagles Dec. 28.

Taylor Laurin kept the game scoreless for the Eagles until overtime, making 21 saves in net.

Lake Placid 3, PHS 3 LAKE PLACID — Mia Kenendy scored with 21 seconds remaining in the third period to bring the Lady Blue Bombers even with the Lady Hornets Dec. 23.

The Blue Bombers played the 2:36 seconds with an empty net looking for the equalizer before Kennedy connected off an assist from Faith Fell.

The Bombers scored the opening goal of the game when Jayde Dukette scored on assists from Taylor Hackett and Kennedy, then taking a 2-0 lead when Karli Casler scored on a Briana Savage assist.

The Hornets then rallied to score the next three goals on tallies by Brittany Minor (Meghan Sullivan assist), Kara Barber (Minor) and Meghan Sullivan.

Corrine Smith made 22 saves for the Hornets, while Tanner Stanton countered with 31 for the Bombers.

GirlsÊ basketball

Hudson Falls 43, Beekmantown 40 GLENS FALLS — While rallying from a 24-12 halftime deficit, the Lady Eagles were unable to keep their undefeated streak intact, suffering a three-point loss at the hands of Hudson Falls Dec. 28.

Brooke Bjelko led the Eagles with 17 points while Gabrielle Rowell scored 6, Jordanne Manney 5, Alyssa Waters 4, Courtney Guynup 4, Bailee Mull 2 and Sierra Barrett 2.

AVCS 50, Saranac 33 CLINTONVILLE — The Lady Patriots used a 31-17 second half to pull away from the Lady Chiefs Dec. 23.

Madison McCabe led the Patriots with 17 points while Sydney Snow added 12, Tressa Loreman 7, Kourtney Keenan 4, Nia Blaise 4, Vanessa Garrow 3 and Leah Shay 3.

Emma Webster led the Chiefs with 14 points, along with 7 from Janyll Barber, 4 from Christina Bedard and Tricia Lottie, 3 from Victoria Bruno and 1 from Taylor Alexander.

Ticonderoga 45, PHS 31 TICONDEROGA — Delaney Hughes scored 22 points as the Lady Sentinels defeated the Lady Hornets Dec. 23.

Emily Pike added 10 points for the Sentinels, while Sarah Bresett added 4, Alyssa Tucker 4, Kristen Palandrani 3 and Rachel White 2.

Alyssa Salis scored 15 to lead the Hornets.

Seton Catholic’s Gretchen Zalis looks to get a pass around Westport’s Hannah Schwoebel last week. The Lady Knights scored the win against the Eagles.

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Chiefs in the Section VII/X Challenge Dec. 28.

Austin Myers scored 20 points to lead the Chief ’s offense, while Logan Matthews, Zach Faus and Brian Menia scored 6, Nick Mather 3, Isiah Desserault 2 and Tyler Biasi 2.

ELCS 36, Chazy 28

Seton Catholic 67, St. Lawrence 42

CHAZY — The Lady Eagles struggled from the free throw line, missing 17 from the charity stripe in falling to the Lady Lions Dec. 22.

Emma Disogra and Faith Bona each scored 16 points for the Lions, while Myra Adams added 4.

Bailey Pepper led the Eagles with 15 points, while Lindsey Gilmore scored 4.

POTSDAM — Kevin Murray led the Knights past St. Lawrence Dec. 28, scoring 20 points while recording 11 rebounds.

Tom Racette and Tristin Turner also recorded a doubledoubles, with Racette scoring 16 with 13 rebounds while Turner had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Phillip Yang added 13 points.

Beekmantown 66, Saranac Lake 17 SARANAC LAKE — The Lady Eagles opened on a 23-6 run and did not look back in defeating the Lady Red Storm Dec. 22.

Alyssa Waters and Brooke Bjelko led a balanced scoring attack with 12 points each for the Eagles, while Kenna Guynup scored 11, Gabrielle Rowell and Courtney Guynup scored 10, Kaitlyn Bjelko 5, Bailee Mull 4 and Sierra Barrett 2.

Jayda Buckley led the Red Storm with 9 points, while Andrea Boon scored 6 and Kayleigh Merrill 2.

BoysÊ basketball

Potsdam 53, Beekmantown 38 POTSDAM — The Sandstoners rolled their way past the Eagles Dec. 28 as part of the Section VII/X Challenge at SUNY Potsdam.

Nick Wilson paced the Eagles with 13 points, while Kenney Mabry added 12.

Salmon River 59, Saranac 45 POTSDAM — A 34-22 second half sealed the fate of the

PHS 56, Ticonderoga 53 PLATTSBURGH — While the Hornets and Sentinels each had 20-point quarters in the second half, it was the hosts from PHS who were able to make the most of their good fortune Dec. 22.

Dan Piper, Deantee Branham-Pizzaro and Andrew Cutaiar each scored 11 points in the win, while Mitch Senecal added 10, Oscar Kaye 8, Alex Follmer 3 and Stephen Bedard 2.

Evan Graney led the Sentinels with 18 points as Brett Mosier scored 13, Griffin Hughes 6, Brody Rocque 5, Ryan Trudeau 4, Colvin Chapman 4 and Ethan Thompson 3.

AuSable Valley 54, Saranac 52 SARANAC — The Patriots outscored the Chiefs 17-6 in the second quarter, holding on for a win Dec. 22.

Kobe Parrow scored 16 points in the win, while Nate Manning added 10, Joel Martineau 9, Lucas Perez 5, Landon Shay 4 and Dalton McDonald 1.

Austin Myers scored 15 points for the Chiefs, with Nick Mather scoring 12, Tyler Blair 11, Zach Faus 6, Logan Matthews 6 ad Zach LePage 2.

NAC 69, Peru 66 OT PERU — The Bobcats hit seven of 10 free throws in the

overtime session to defeat the Indians Dec. 22.

The seven free throws were all the points the Bobcats would score, earning a 7-4 edge in the extra frame, with Stephen Peryea scoring six of his 27 points in overtime.

Josh Juntunen added 20 points in the win for NAC, with Bailey Cross scoring 11.

Isaiah Maddix paced the Indians with 25 points as Jordan Guay scored 15, Justin LaPorte scored 13, Troy Lawyer 5, Hunter Caron 3 and Tom Matthews 2.

Beekmantown 51, Saranac Lake 46 BEEKMANTOWN — A 20-9 first quarter run would give the Eagles the lead it needed to get past the Red Storm Dec. 22.

Kenney Mabry scored 19 points for the Eagles, while Nick Wilson added 14 in the win.

Joe Viscardo scored 17 points in the loss, while Tanner Manning added 13 points and Mike Rice 8.

Willsboro 66, ELCS 54 ELIZABETHTOWN — The Warriors used a 19-8 second quarter to pull past the Lions Dec. 22.

Jesse Hearn scored 26 points in the win, while Trevor Bigelow scored 9, Lucas Cross 8, Sean Lincoln 8, Zach Pierson 5, Warren Jackson 4, Matt Longware 4 and Max Longware 2.

Joel Morris led the Lions with 14 points, with Colden Blades adding 13, Trevor Brooks 11, Sam Huttig 9 and Koby Rider 7.

Seton Catholic 68, Lake Placid 40 PLATTSBURGH — The Knights outscored the Blue Bombers in all six quarters on their way to vicory Dec. 22.

Kevin Murray scored 25 points for the Knights, while Tom Racette had 19 points and 15 rebounds while Sham also scored 19.

Blake Roy led the Bombers with 15 points, while Max Menkel scored 10, Stuart Baird 8, Cody Velenze 3, Keaton Craig 2 and Will Colby 2.

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PLATTSBURGH - Our Lady of Victory 4919 South Catherine St. Wednesday Nights, Doors open at 6:00 with games starting at 7:10 pm.

PLATTSBURGH - VFW Post 124 116 Boynton Ave. Tuesdays, 7pm doors open at 5pm.

PLATTSBURGH American Legion Post 20 162 Quarry Rd. 518-5631692 Sundays, 7pm.

PORT HENRY Port Henry Knights of Columbus, bingo, 7 p.m. Every Monday

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LAKE PLACID – Monthly Saturday Play for Pre-K thru Grade 5 kids & families at the Lake Placid Public Library 10am to 11am. Indoor games, activities and children's classic books. For more info 518523-3200.

ELIZABETHTOWN – 2015-2016 WIC Schedule at the Public Health Building December 3, January 7, Feb 4, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1, 8:00 - 3:30 PM November 19, December 17, January 21, Feb 18, March 16, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15, 11:30 am - 6:30 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296

CARS

CARS

TICONDEROGA - Bingo, Ticonderoga fire house, 6:45 p.m. Doors 5 p.m. Every Thursday.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

2006 Chevy HHR 4 door, Blue, some rust, asking $2600 OBO. Call after 5pm. 518-962-2376.

LAKE PLACID – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the Thomas Shipman Youth Center December 1, January 5, Feb 2, March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6 , 9:30 am - 2:15 PM November 24, December 22, January 26, Feb 23, March 22, April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22, December 27 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 TICONDEROGA - Essex County Lethernecks, Marine Corps League, Det 791, Ticonderoga American Legion Post. 6 p.m. Active Marines and Marine Veterans invited. First Thursday of every month.

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PERU - Adult Center VFW 710 Pleasant Street Peru, NY Open Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Lunch served at 11:45 a.m.

Tel: (518)643-2829

ELIZABETHTOWN – Elizabethtown Thrift Shop will have it's Monthly Meeting Second Monday of Every Month at 7pm @ The Episcopal Parish Hall.

SPORTS & RECREATION

ELIZABETHTOWN – Senior Meal Site Luncheon, Every Friday at Church of the Good Shepherd, 11 William Street. Come enjoy lunch $3.50, play Bingo, socialize with friends & neighbors.

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HELP WANTED

94 Bassboat 18' 150HP Yamah motor, Tandem trailer, new trolling motor, new batteries, $7000 OBO. 518-561-2586.

Many RN positions available in your area. Hospitals, correctional facilities, and home health assessments. Great Pay & Benefits. Call: 1-718-387-8181 #202 or email: recruit@whiteglovecare.net

2006 SPORTSTER XL 883 Low, practically new, mint. $5,700. Call 518-208-4111.

MORIAH CENTER, NY In Home Health Care needed, CNA preferred on site training provided. $13.65/hr. Evening & Over Night shifts, Weekends a most.

Contact Dave or Gina 518-5463218 Leave Message, references required. Must be Reliable & a Caring Person. Possible drug test.

J&J Auto Repair 9409 State Route 9 Chazy, NY 518-846-3110

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Job placement assistance.

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Paid vacation, 401k, vision, dental, disability & health insurance. Class A CDL, 2 years OTR experience, good MVR, references required.

Online application @ ttitrucking.com or Call Ruth/Mike 1-800-222-5732

VENDORS

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CHAMPLAIN - Champlain Author Series: David Monette- An Authors Journey January 6 at 7 pm at The Champlain Meeting House, 1175 Main St. Champlain, free of charge, refreshments served

MOTORCYCLES

MINEVILLE – Open Bowling Fridays at the VFW. For more info call 518-942-6514

WESTPORT-The Boy Scouts will be meeting from 7:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday at the WADA Building For more info: troop8063@gmail.com, Jill Lobdell 962-4664 or Larry Carroll 569-5431.

LECTURES & SEMINARS

A-1 DONATE YOUR CAR FOR BREAST CANCER! Help United Breast Foundation education, prevention, & support programs.

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MOOERS - Nutrition Site Watson Senior Housing 2448 Route 11Mooers, NY Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. Monday Friday. Tel: (518) 236-5111

CHAZY – Chazy Public Library Meetings: January 20, 2016, February 24,2016, March 30, 2016, April 27, 2016. Organizational Meeting May 18, 2016.

ELIZABETHTOWN – Senior Meal Site Luncheon, Every Friday at Church of the Good Shepherd, 11 William Street. Come enjoy lunch $3.50, play Bingo, socialize with friends & neighbors.

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

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Schedule: 20 hrs/wk, Tues to Fri 1-6 pm.

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Send resume, letter of interest, and employment references to Arin Burdo, Director Elizabethtown Social Center, PO Box 205, Elizabethtown, NY 12932, or info@elizabethtownsocialcenter.org.

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ESSEX Yvonne Hazard St. Armand Susan and Julia Babcock Willsboro Eric and Pamela Rafferty Ticonderoga Amanda Cafaro St. Armand Thomas Carey Crown Point Samuel Ciulla Schroon KOTM LLC North Elba Paul and Kathy Salerno Moriah Harland Funeral Home Inc Moriah Frank Fowler Ticonderoga Erwin and Veronica Brace Newcomb Casey Orr Minerva Ben Weinschenk Essex Naomi and William Hoffman Wilmington John and Donna Schmidt Newcomb Marcus and Suzanne McGinn Schroon Brandon Nichols and Keegan Udice Minerva Secretary of Housing & Urban Development Willsboro

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