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It was the summer of 1912, Krueger explained, and merchants recognized the need to come together as a formal group to improve Plattsburgh’s prosperity.

“Things in Plattsburgh were not moving fast enough,” Krueger said.

On April 22, 1912, a group of businessmen formed the Plattsburgh Chamber of Commerce, officially incorporating that October with 258 members and annual dues of $10.

The Strand Theatre opened in the 1920s, as well as a new hospital on Beekman Street and the beach.

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Holiday wine tasting tour this weekend

By Shaun Kittle

shaun@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — Local winemakers are hosting an end-of-season holiday wine tour Dec. 15.

The first-ever event will feature five wineries and one cidery in the Plattsburgh area.

Amazing Grace Vineyard and Winery in Chazy, Hid-In-Pines Vineyard in Morrisonville, Vesco Ridge Vineyards in West Chazy, and the Champlain Wine Company, Everett Orchards and Elf’s Farm, Winery and Cidermill, all in Plattsburgh, are participating in the tour.

Debbie Everett, one of the owners of Everett Orchards, said the tasting tour will offer shoppers an opportunity to buy something local this holiday season.

“A lot of people don’t know people are making wine and hard cider in the area,” Everett said. “This is to educate them about that and give them a chance to taste it, and if they like it they can buy it.”

Everett said she would like everyone to enjoy the tour and be safe, so Everett Orchards will be giving away coffee and donuts to designated drivers.

Everett Orchards is the only stop on the tour that exclusively sells hard cider, but it isn’t the only one to offer that kind of alcoholic beverage.

Elf’s Farm Winery and Cider Mill will also have hard cider tasting, in addition to their red and white wines.

Tom Frey, owner of Elf’s, has been in the winemaking business for six years, and said his hard cider is special because it’s aged in oak whiskey barrels, which helps it take on a bourbon flavor.

“This hard cider is more like how it was made 200 years ago,” Frey said.

Also on hand will be Adirondack Nouveau, a red wine released after this year ’s harvest of Frey’s cold climate Marquette grapes.

Elf’s winery was destroyed by a fire on July 30, 2011, and has been slowly recovering ever since.

For Frey, the holiday wine tasting tour is like a prelude to Elf’s grand opening, which he hopes will take place in May 2013.

“We want people to know we’re here, and that they can buy locally grown products from us,” Frey said.

Richard Lamoy, owner of Hid-In-Pines Vineyard, has been making wine for 10 years, and is wrapping up his third season of selling the product.

He will offer 10 varieties of wine — five white and five red — ranging from sweet to dry.

“We make 100 percent of our wine from locally grown, cold climate grapes,” Lamoy said. “The cold climate hybrids were specifically bred to withstand the colder weather of our region.”

But the event isn’t just about the grapes, or even the individual wineries that are participating.

“We are all trying to work together to promote the region,” Lamoy said. “It gives people something to go to — it’s a destination event for people to do for a day.”

Tickets for the holiday wine tour cost $10 and can be purchased from any one of the businesses on the tour either before or during the event, which runs from noon - 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15.

Each business will hand out a special wine glass charm to commemorate the event.

Every charm will be unique to the vendor handing it out, and can be placed around the stem of a wine glass.

Nancy Vesco, who owns Vesco Ridge Vineyards with her husband, Dan, pours a rather large sample of “Poppy,” one of Vesco’s red table wines.

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“The addition of The Children’s Place, along with our recently announced Crazy 8 store, gives our customers two great options for children’s clothing.”

The Children’s Place designs, contracts to manufacture and sells its merchandise primarily under the proprietary The Children’s Place brand name.

The retailer reported net sales of $1.71 billion at the beginning of this year.

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Anyone from newborns to teenagers can find clothes on its shelves.

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The Children’s Place is slated to open in Champlain Centre.

“The Children’s Place is another best in category tenant,” said Champlain Centre General Manager David Napolitan.

As of this past October, there were more than 1,100 Children’s Place locations.

The company says it sells stylish clothes and accessories from newborn to size 14, “at value prices that reflect the company’s motto ‘Big Fashion, Little Prices.’”

Construction on The Children’s Place is scheduled to begin in February, with an opening targeted for late spring.

The store will be located next to Foot Locker and in front of JCPenney.

“Champlain Center, operated by Pyramid Management Group, is thrilled to welcome the Children’s Place into the Centre,” Napolitan said. “This is the second children’s store that will be opening in the mall.

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PLATTSBURGH — More than 40 artists will have their work on display through Jan. 12 at the North Country Cultural Center for the Arts annual Holiday Member Show.

The opening reception took place Friday, Dec. 7, and gave attendees an opportunity to meet some of the artists and get first dibs on purchasing local artwork.

The event also marked the unveiling of two new developments at the NCCCA — the gallery’s brand new floor and the transformation of the gift shop into a library.

Artists at the opening mingled with the crowd and often commented on the wide variety of mediums on display, which included ceramics, stained glass, jewelry, photography and paintings.

Most of the art at the Holiday Member Show is on sale, and, because of the holidays, can be picked up Dec. 20.

One of the artists whose work is on display is photographer Ron Nolland, who can often be found at places like Ausable Point, where he enjoys an endless supply of subjects for his nature-inspired photographs.

Nolland has been a member of NCCCA since 2005 and has three photos on display at the holiday exhibit.

The body of his photographic work reflects the scale of nature—from the expansive wetland at Ausable Point to two fern fiddleheads bending toward one another.

“Everything I do is abstract and nature photography,” Nolland said. “I love water, landscapes and close ups.”

Nolland, who started shooting about nine years ago, quickly fell in love with capturing images.

Now, with photographs on display at NCCCA, Stonybrook Gallery in Morrisonville and the Plattsburgh International Airport, it is safe to say it has evolved into more than a hobby.

“I’m often on photo websites, taking inspiration from advanced hobbyists and enthusiasts,” Nolland said. “I like to look at what non-professional photographers are doing.”

Nolland likes the sense of community amongst his fellow semi-pro photographers, and it is that community feel that Janine Scherline, executive director for the NCCCA, said the

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“This show is really about moving forward with our mission of connecting the community with the arts,” Scherline said. “We have so many talented people who are local in the region. Sometimes there’s this desire to bring in somebody special, but I think we have a lot of special talents right here.”

Displaying art in a gallery is one way to connect the community with local art, and Nancy and Dan Vesco have another.

The couple own Vesco Ridge Vineyards in West Chazy, and they provided free tastings of four of their wines at the Holiday Member Show.

This year, the label on their limited edition wine, Authentic Adirondack Coast New York Red Table Wine, features a painting called Adirondack Harvest, which won an Adirondack Coast ARTWays Project contest last year.

The money comes full circle, as the Vescos donate a portion of each sale of the wine to the NCCCA. Amy Guglielmo, the painter whose work adorns the bottle, is also one of the many painters whose work is on display at the show.

Guglielmo was born and raised in Plattsburgh and, when she isn’t painting, she’s writing children’s books.

She spends the winter in Costa Rica with her husband, Brian Giebel, who is a freelance writer, but every summer the couple returns to the North Country, where they continue to be involved in the area’s growing art scene.

Guglielmo said that many of her paintings are landscapes, which isn’t her favorite subject, but she still finds them inspirational.

“It’s sort of nostalgia,” Guglielmo said. “There’s this one spot on the Adirondack Northway in Lewis that I always notice. Every time I’m driving home I see that, and I know I’m home.”

The North Country Cultural Center for the Arts Holiday Member Show runs through Jan. 12. The gallery is open Tuesday - Friday, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, visit plattsburgharts.org.

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he latest estimate of the world’s demise has humanity’s fate sealed on Dec. 21, the Winter Solstice. If we manage to survive, historians will no doubt write about how we avoided certain doom only to face another, equally apocalyptic threat—the dreaded fiscal cliff. Yes, we might finally see the culmination of our elected official’s inability to accomplish anything of benefit to the rest of us, and it all seems so surreal, so distant, so beyond our control.

But there is a way to get closer to the action, and all it takes is a trip to Essex County, home of the North Country’s own fiscal cliff debacle.

Essex County’s fiscal cliff is not quite of the same magnitude as its big brother, but its proceedings do reflect a similar indecisive bickering that has been playing out at the national level. There are a lot of numbers and figures and percentages involved, but the bottom line is, if the Essex County board fails to start thinking ahead, things could become much worse in the upcoming years, regardless of who’s in charge.

Essex County Manager Dan Palmer knows this, and he has officially removed himself from the equation as of Jan. 1. His announcement to retire came after he failed to convince county supervisors to accept a 3-year budget plan, and he isn’t going out without a few parting words. Palmer has warned the board that its current course, which will likely see the wounded budget haphazardly stitched together by the fund balance, is a dangerous one at best.

Here’s how it works: Essex County collects taxes from its citizens and uses that money to pay for all kinds of services.

There are things that have a known budget, like money allotted to pay county employees salaries, and there are things that are budgeted for, like road work, that might come in under that budget. The unused tax money is the fund balance, and it is particularly good for dealing with emergencies, such as the spring storm of 2011 and damage incurred by Tropical Storm Irene, which depleted the fund balance by $2.8 million last year.

Essex County’s current course will see it utilizing that fund balance money to the tune of about $7 million to balance the county budget and meet the tax cap. The $2.8 million that went toward post-Irene re-

pairs is eventually supposed to be repaid by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, but it should be put back where it belongs — in the fund balance. The same can be said for the other $4 million or so of fund balance money that is being used to keep the tax levy down. As Irene taught us, the fund balance can come in handy, but the current budget proposal would only leave about a $1 million in there if FEMA doesn’t come through, and that’s a scary thought considering the damage that has been incurred by storms in recent years.

The kicker here is that the county tabled one of the more solid proposals — raising the occupancy tax to 5 percent, a 2 percent increase. The increase might not be popular among hoteliers, particularly the small scale operations, who fear that the extra charge would result in a decrease in tourism. But would a 2-percent increase, which amounts to $3 more for a $150-anight room, really deter people that much?

It might be worth including something like that in the budget, considering County Treasurer Mike Diskin projects it will bring in $1.2 million.

The occupancy tax certainly wouldn’t solve all of Essex County’s problems, but it would exhibit a modicum of foresight on the part of Essex County supervisors. The time to patch holes and wait until next year to see if they’ve sprung a leak is long gone — now is the time for action and making decisions that will have positive and expected long-term consequences. Dan Palmer knows it, which is refreshing until you realize that is also why he’s retiring — he doesn’t have faith that the current board can accomplish this, and he doesn’t want to be standing next to that dam when it bursts.

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come from a long line of worriers.

As a youngster and even as an adult I found it difficult to understand why mom would worry about the smallest of things. When you’re young, life’s an adventure. Each day brings new opportunity. Today it may have rained but tomorrow is sure to be sunny and bright.

Tomorrow was always a new day, full of opportunity, new events that would shape the day and the world. Change was good. Change was exciting. Change was welcomed.

So why is it that as you age, not only do things start to sag, hair grows grey and recedes and your concern for things both in your control and beyond, begin to weigh heavy on your mind? Change is not so good. Change brings turmoil and confusion. Change is uncomfortable and triggers resistance.

Mom, and her mom before her, would stress out over the big news of the day as well as the every day tasks. Tested by the great depression, two world wars, an evolving cold war, Korean Conflict, Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam, assassinations, riots in the street and political corruption, they had plenty of big things to worry about.

Looking back their world went from one major crisis event to another. Despite their fears and concerns there was always an optimism that things would turnout okay. There was a happiness that calmed the underlining fears. They had faith, they had family, they had a society that somehow gave them an inner confidence.

They were told that they had nothing to fear but fear itself. So they went about the tasks of the days building their lives and their future, focused on their jobs, their family and their dependence on each other.

As I age I find myself more stressed than in my early years. Not only do I worry about the big issues of the day, national and international events, but even the little things seem to be a greater concern than they once did. There are plenty

of major issues to fret about as the world turns and there is always any number of Dan Alexander little things in Thoughts from life to bring Behind the Pressline about heartburn and sleepless nights.

Is worrying about life’s ups and downs hardwired into my DNA, a hereditary trait, or is it just a function of aging? Or, does it come about as you begin to realize your plans for the future don’t always work out given the ebb and flow of an ever changing landscape and with those you share the world.

A recent survey revealed that a resilient attitude may be the secret to aging successfully. In fact they believe a positive attitude may be more important to aging than good physical health. So there may be some truth to the old wives tale of worrying one’s self to death.

So the bottom line is this; Mayan calendar predicting the end of the world on December 21st of this year; fiscal cliff looming on the horizon; financial struggles; personal concerns; what to write in next week’s column…. Hey, bring em on.

There is little we can’t overcome if we approach things with a positive, can do attitude.

If we’ve learned anything through out time there will always be issues beyond our control and as mere humans we are fallible, destined to trip up. We only make things worse for ourselves if we dwell on the negative. We need to be responsible for our actions but we only go around once so we need to make the most of what we’ve been given, keep our focus on the future and our optimism high. Life is short. Every day is a gift, which is why they call it the “present.”

Dan Alexander is owner and publisher of Denton Publications. He may be reached at dan@denpubs.com.

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katherine@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — One woman’s words and another woman’s collection of hundreds of stuffed animals led to the delivery of Christmas presents for fostered children across the country.

For Mechelle Mesec and her coworkers a book passed around the office, “Peter ’s Lullaby,” a true story of a child growing up in Plattsburgh with an abusive mother, was a devastating story.

For Mesec the book was a catalyst that drove her to help, so she began collecting teddy bears in 2011.

“I started with a goal of 934 bears, because Peter lived 934 days—he was just a baby,” Mesec said. “We were able to send 1,166 bears (in 2011).”

For Christmas 2012, Mesec and others shipped 1092 bears.

Mesec said her campaign for teddy bears was inspired when a co-worker named Beth Bryer, who was attending SUNY Plattsburgh for child services, brought the book “Peter ’s Lullaby” in. Mesec said the book quickly circulated around the office.

“When Beth told us about this program it broke our hearts,” Mesec said.

“I started thinking about all the bears I had collected over the years and how much better they would be with a kid than in my attic.”

“Peter ’s Lullaby” was written by Jeanie Fowler about her painful childhood.

Jeanie’s mother, an alcoholic, beat Jeanie and her brother Peter.

After being taken from their mother, Jeanie and her brother were put into loving foster homes, but their mother later got them back and brought them to Chicago where Jeanier lived for an entire year, tied up in a closet with a bucket.

Jeanie’s brother Peter lived in the bathroom, tied to a heater until his mother beat him to death with a wooden ironing board.

Mesec said in the book, Jeanie wrote how her brother Peter ’s humming at night brought her comfort that he was still alive and gave her the strength to go on another day.

With the restraints cutting into her wrists, Peter ’s humming made her feel OK to sleep.

“It’s a ‘should read,’ but a very hard read,” Mesec said. “It’ll break your heart.”

After reading the book, Mesec became aware of Jeanie’s charitable organization that tries to provide foster children with comforts through Big Fam-

ily of Michigan.

In a video on Jeanie’s website, Jeanie said “I saw a real need to give to these children things that I didn’t get when I was in the system. And so I started collecting teddy bears for children to have something soft to hang onto to them, giving them a birthday party to acknowledge that they existed and that people cared about them.”

Jeanie started “Big Family of Michigan” in memory of Peter to help foster children so they would not go through what she and her siblings endured.

The organization cares for kids from the time they enter the foster system until they are fostered out, and provides items including clothes, personal items, suitcases and school supplies.

Jeanie believes every child needs a teddy bear.

Mesec said the collection of the bears was a great collaborative effort.

“Everyone wanted to help,” Mesec said. “Bears came from so many places and people, we also picked them up at lawn sales, garage sales and flea markets. Some given free and some for 25 cents. The bears all got a bath, a ribbon, if needed new stuffing, new noses or surgery.”

“It was really fun doing it, and it took some of the pain from the book,” Mesec said. “Anything good to wipe out something bad is always a good thing.”

Mesec wanted to thank Alissa Hoff, the American Legion, Amy LeClair, Anne Brown, April Guynup, Ausable school, Barbara Boyea, Beekmantown School, Bonnie Benner, Carmelle Monette, Cindy Decoste, CVPHMC, Darcey Castine, David and Sandy Schwartz, David Belrose, Debbie Chapmen, Diane Brockway, Dolly Leturneau, Donna Bechard, Elizabeth Bryer, Eye Care for the Adirondack, Genienkeh Bingo Hall, Jane Hercht & Friends in Vt. Jason Lauren, Jean LaBombard, Jessica McGillin, Jim Seguin, Judy Duffina, Julie Everleth, Kendra Hawksby, Kristie Berube, Laura Bechard, Lisa Lapoint, Lisa LaValley, Marilyn Parsons, Matthew Mesec, Mooers School, Branda Babbie, OLVA, Peru School, Russell Mesec, Sandy Stone, Sara Armes, Shannon Ryan, St. Mary’s Mission, St. Vincent De Paul, Stephanie Brown, and World Warehouse.

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Stonybrook Gallery holds Holiday Open House

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shaun@denpubs.com MORRISONVILLE — Stonybrook Gallery isn’t difficult to find, but it does blend right in with the country setting on Mason Street in Morrisonville.

As visitors pull into the driveway they are greeted by chickens that are quick to steer clear of vehicles and a horse, whose best friend is a goat, that placidly stands by, watching as people approach the little red gallery.

The building is like a one-room schoolhouse, but smaller, and sits back from the road near a large meadow, across the lawn from a house and just past a clucking rooster.

Inside, there is art, and it’s everywhere.

Stonybrook Gallery is packed with pottery, paintings, wintertime wool apparel, photographs, jewelry, children’s books, candles, puzzles, cards, holiday decorations and lawn sculptures, all of which are hand-crafted by local artists, and all of which are on sale.

The exhibition is all part of Stonybrook Gallery’s Holiday Open House, which kicked off on Saturday, Dec. 1.

“It just started as an idea to have a community event to sell local art without a high cost,” said Nancy Rendinaro, owner of the gallery.

Now the event sees a constant flow of visitors, who all seem content to take their time milling in and out of the varied artistic medi-

ums on display.

To put it all together, Stonybrook Gallery has a board consisting of 12 artists who help set up and tear down exhibits and review prospective artists, ultimately determining who to bring into their fold.

“We all make the decisions on what is happening here,” Rendinaro said. “We try to bring in new people who have something different to offer. The beautiful thing is, the gallery is always changing.”

Rendinaro opened the gallery about four years ago as a place to put her pottery.

“Pottery is very heavy,” Rendinaro said with a laugh.

Over the years Stonybrook has continued to attract an array of artists as it quickly grew into the artist co-operative it is today.

One of the board members, Penny Clute, has photographs for sale at the Holiday Open House, and is also selling puzzles that feature her outdoors-inspired photos.

“I enjoy the experience of photographing, of being somewhere,” Clute said. “The awareness of my surroundings that has grown in me is part of photography.”

Clute pointed to a close-up photo she took of tufted seeds exploding from an opened milkweed pod.

“I’ve done some macro but tend to stick with landscapes,” she said.

Clute took a photo workshop in the Adirondacks five years ago, and has since entered her

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work in several juried shows, and had a solo show at Clinton Community College last June.

She has also taken week-long photography workshops in Zion National Park, Utah; the Oregon Coast; Crested Butte, Colorado and New Hampshire.

“Each place has a different texture, a different experience,” Clute said. “But it’s always

good to come back home.”

Stonybrook Gallery is located at 72 Mason Street in Morrisonville, just south of the intersection of Rt. 22B and Salmon River Rd. The Holiday Open House is open Dec. 15, 16 and 22, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Allegiant Air begins new service to Punta Gorda Airport in February

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Chipping away at the stigma of mental illness stephen@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — It is about the words we choose to use.

A disabled individual constantly hears “retarded,” and while the word isn’t used directly to insult someone who is mentally retarded, the common and literal use carries the same connotation and reinforces the stigma that the individual is different, in a negative way, compared to the majority.

The same can be said with “that’s gay.”

Conversations are occurring to address this issue, but breaking down the stigma surrounding mental illness is in its infancy and remains a conversation that is not occurring as often as it should, according to experts in the field.

Amanda Bulris, executive director of the Na-

tional Alliance on Mental Illness, said, “I hear a lot of, ‘Why can’t they just get over it?’”

She spoke at an ongoing Brown Bag series sponsored by NAMI and Behavioral Health Service North. The topic for that series was: “The Words We Choose: Stigma.”

Bonnie Black of BHSN said stigma can be lack of respect and the unwillingness to value other human beings.

“A lot of the words we choose are based on our opinion and false information,” she said.

She recalled watching a football game when an announcer said, “That team is definitely schizophrenic.” She couldn’t believe her ears and left the room.She also cringes when she hears people exclaim someone is driving them crazy.

“Identify your emotion and say you are frustrated,” Black said.

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All services are free, and on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Impeerium is hosting an open house at its location at 14 Healey Avenue with light refreshments.

“The state realized the need is there,” King said. “Peer to peer is a different relationship than clinician to client.”

But she stressed that Impeerium does not operate in place of other professionals, but in conjunction with them.

Employees, considered peers to those they assist, must also have used mental health services or currently use them.

A skill builder assists when an individual wants to learn something new or, for example, take a class. A first step might be sitting in and monitoring a college course and the next step could be determining interests.

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it can be difficult to hear the illness tossed around negatively and cruelly.

“People have a disease that is not well understood,” Black said. “We are just beginning to talk about mental illness.”

Much of the problem is it is not understood and people either doubt the illness or are frightened by the symptoms.

She and other speakers stressed that it is an illness, like any other. Black encourages people to put physical illness before mental illness.

“Mental illness is like having a broken leg,” Black said.

For example, a physical aliment of the heart causes issues associated with having a weak or damaged heart. The brain is just another organ, except it handles thoughts and behavior, so a defect or illness in that area could impact thought and behavior, or any other brain function.

Bulris said that stigma specifically means

community activities.

The benefits advisor assists with filling out forms, such as Medicaid and SSI. “We offer support that is very individualized,” King said.

One person might walk in wanting to learn how to use a computer, someone else may need an ear, perhaps another individual has trouble filling out forms.

“We are here to assist individuals to move forward and gain confidence and skills and empower them to do whatever they want to do,” King said.

King always wanted to help others and enjoys working with people.

She’s earning a degree in mental health counseling and after she was hired this past July, she began setting up the of-

mental health.

“We need to educate,” Bulris said.

Black suggested that educators spend time on mental illness when students are in eighth grade.

She further stressed that teachers have the responsibility in the classroom of correcting language. Perhaps the language doesn’t hurt the majority of students who are privileged not to suffer from a mental illness, but for the children who are afflicted, the stigma can be emotionally painful, even abusive. It is also likely to affect individuals with family members diagnosed with a mental illness.

Panelists said Hollywood and the media do not help the situation when they sensationalize aspects of mental illness and only play up the dramatic symptoms.

“We are going to chip away at the stigma by changing the conversation,” Black said.

fice and looking for peers to fill the positions.

“The peer-based program is kind of new, and we are all learning and gathering information along the way.”

Impeerium holds social events and classes to provide opportunities for peers to get to know each other and start forming a network.

One goal is to set up satellite locations in surrounding communities to provide services to individuals who might have difficulty making it in to Plattsburgh.

“We are still new, but my hope is different events will bring in more people,” King said. “I think of this as a place anyone would walk into and feel comfortable.”

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NORTH COUNTRY—There’s nothing like a little lead poisoning to ruin the holiday spirit.

But this time of year doesn’t have to be wrought with danger, as long as consumers know what to look for.

To help, the Vermont Public Interest Research Group released its 27th annual holiday toy guide, Trouble in Toyland, and tried to spread a little holiday awareness this season.

Lauren Hierl, VPIRG’s environmental health advocate, said the study was conducted by a team of researchers who test various toys for hazards such as choking, toxic chemical content and loud noise levels.

VPIRG also works to strengthen regulations on toy manufacturers, particularly where toxins are

concerned.

“There are some regulations for toys on the federal level, but there is a need for broader regulations of these things,” Hierl said. “These are things that adults shouldn’t be exposed to, either.”

Chemicals like lead, phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA) can’t be seen, but they can cause lasting damage, especially on a developing child’s body.

“We’ve tackled some of the chemicals, but there are more than 84,000 chemicals on the market today, so it’s really hard to do them all one at a time,” Hierl said. “Most of the ones we focus on are the chemicals of concern that bioaccumulate, so they are persistent in the environment and they stick around in our bodies.”

Hierl said that the chemicals aren’t put in toys with the intent of harming children, but that doesn’t make them any safer.

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Exposure to lead has been linked to health problems that include learning disabilities, lack of muscular coordination, decreased fertility and memory and concentration problems.

Phthalates are used to soften plastics and increase their flexibility and can be found in products like clothing, cosmetics, perfumes, food packaging and toys.

They are classified as endocrine disruptors and have been linked to health issues that include birth defects, reproductive damage, genital abnormalities in young boys, and decreased sperm mobility and concentration in men.

BPA is a common additive in some plastics that is actually a synthetic estrogen that was developed as a pregnancy aid.

BPA can be found in plastics such as baby bottles, water bottles and plastic food containers and has been linked to health problems including reproductive disorders, cancer, increased health effects associated with aging and developmental and behavioral issues.

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“It really is one of these things where the more you learn the scarier it is,” Hierl said.

Aside from doing research, one thing consumers can do to protect themselves and their families is look at the recycle symbols on a product before purchasing it.

A recycle symbol that contains the number three, six or seven should be avoided because it might contain chemicals that have nasty side effects.

Potential dangers in toys aren’t just caused by toxins, though, and there are other things that parents can look for to protect their children.

Hierl said an easy way to avoid buying something that could obstruct a child’s airway is to refrain from buying toys that contain loose parts that can easily fit into a toilet paper tube.

Little magnets, plastic game pieces and marbles should all be avoided for children under the age of three.

“We just want to get the word out, and help make people aware of these things,” Hierl said.

“We’d like everyone to have a fun, safe holiday.”

Meth lab discovered in Altona

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They found drugs in the car and eventually discovered a meth lab in the home the children lived in.

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NORTH COUNTRY—There’s nothing like a little lead poisoning to ruin the holiday spirit.

But this time of year doesn’t have to be wrought with danger, as long as consumers know what to look for.

To help, the Vermont Public Interest Research Group released its 27th annual holiday toy guide, Trouble in Toyland, and tried to spread a little holiday awareness this season.

Lauren Hierl, VPIRG’s environmental health advocate, said the study was conducted by a team of researchers who test various toys for hazards such as choking, toxic chemical content and loud noise levels.

VPIRG also works to strengthen regulations on toy manufacturers, particularly where toxins are

concerned.

“There are some regulations for toys on the federal level, but there is a need for broader regulations of these things,” Hierl said. “These are things that adults shouldn’t be exposed to, either.”

Chemicals like lead, phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA) can’t be seen, but they can cause lasting damage, especially on a developing child’s body.

“We’ve tackled some of the chemicals, but there are more than 84,000 chemicals on the market today, so it’s really hard to do them all one at a time,” Hierl said. “Most of the ones we focus on are the chemicals of concern that bioaccumulate, so they are persistent in the environment and they stick around in our bodies.”

Hierl said that the chemicals aren’t put in toys with the intent of harming children, but that doesn’t make them any safer.

For example, lead is cheap and abundant, and

is often used in products such as toys, jewelry, paint, hair conditioner and air fresheners.

Exposure to lead has been linked to health problems that include learning disabilities, lack of muscular coordination, decreased fertility and memory and concentration problems.

Phthalates are used to soften plastics and increase their flexibility and can be found in products like clothing, cosmetics, perfumes, food packaging and toys.

They are classified as endocrine disruptors and have been linked to health issues that include birth defects, reproductive damage, genital abnormalities in young boys, and decreased sperm mobility and concentration in men.

BPA is a common additive in some plastics that is actually a synthetic estrogen that was developed as a pregnancy aid.

BPA can be found in plastics such as baby bottles, water bottles and plastic food containers and has been linked to health problems including reproductive disorders, cancer, increased health effects associated with aging and developmental and behavioral issues.

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“It really is one of these things where the more you learn the scarier it is,” Hierl said.

Aside from doing research, one thing consumers can do to protect themselves and their families is look at the recycle symbols on a product before purchasing it.

A recycle symbol that contains the number three, six or seven should be avoided because it might contain chemicals that have nasty side effects.

Potential dangers in toys aren’t just caused by toxins, though, and there are other things that parents can look for to protect their children.

Hierl said an easy way to avoid buying something that could obstruct a child’s airway is to refrain from buying toys that contain loose parts that can easily fit into a toilet paper tube.

Little magnets, plastic game pieces and marbles should all be avoided for children under the age of three.

“We just want to get the word out, and help make people aware of these things,” Hierl said.

“We’d like everyone to have a fun, safe holiday.”

Meth lab discovered in Altona

By Stephen Bartlett

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They found drugs in the car and eventually discovered a meth lab in the home the children lived in.

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Charles W. Giddings, 28, of Altona, was at the home with Miller’s two young children.

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Anthrax scare at Senior Citizens Center

By Stephen Bartlett

stephen@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — The anthrax came in the mail, immediately exposing several senior citizens.

The community flooded the Clinton County Health Department’s medication site, where staff were expected to process at least 50 individuals every 15 minutes.

The drill went better than expected.

“At its peak, Clinton County Health Department’s recent Medical Counter Measure drill processed ‘victims’ at a rate of 71 per 15 minutes,” said Vicki Driscoll of the Clinton County Health Department.

Held at the Clinton County Senior Citizens Council in Plattsburgh, the exercise filled an annual requirement of the New York State Health Department as part of emergency preparedness.

“We have to maintain our skills as a health department,” Driscoll said. “We must make sure our skills are up to date and we are effective and efficient.”

The Clinton County Health Department called on volunteers for the drill.

The primary focus of the drill was to test the ability of Health Department staff to process a minimum of 50 people every 15 minutes to receive medication in an extreme emergency situation.

The second aim was to have all participants preregister electronically. No on-site registration was allowed as a test of the Clinical Data Management System.

The drill required that a target group in the community be identified to add realism to the event. The premise was that a number of seniors were exposed to anthrax through a mail-distribution situation. Most participants were in that target group.

By choosing anthrax exposure, the scenario provided the need for an offsite full functional response system to be set up to allow for dispensing of appropriate medication to prevent illness or death.

“There has been an anthrax exposure scare, we want to make sure the community gets its medication and everyone is safe,” Driscoll said.

The Clinical Data Management System actually alerted staff at 8:30 a.m. that day through an automated phone message, which provided them with specific instructions.

A trained team drove to CVPH Medical Center to pick up the antidote, along with required forms. That team met more staff setting up the drill at the Senior Citizens Center.

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Christina Mansfield, a Plattsburgh State student studying public health, volunteered to participate in the drill and said it went well and that individuals were processed smoothly.

“I think this is beneficial,” she said. “It is good to be up to date and practicing.”

Mooers to hold tree lighting MOOERS — The Town Of Mooers Beautification Committee is sponsoring their Annual Lighting Contest.

Judging will be Monday, Dec. 17. Have you lights on before 5:30 p.m.

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Krueger recalled when local leaders fought, to no avail, to save the Plattsburgh Air Force Base, which closed in 1995.

“But we made the best of a bad situation, and it is an example of economic development.”

The world did not end in 2000 with Y2K, Krueger joked, but since then there has been the Port of Excellence at the border with Quebec on Interstate 87 in Champlain, the birth and continued evolution of Plattsburgh International Airport and the new Tourism Destination Master Plan.

“And now, in 2012, we can all fly direct to Las Vegas,” Krueger grinned. “It doesn’t get much better than that.”

Douglas, explaining the time capsule that will be opened at the 200-year anniversary, said he doesn’t know what the chamber will look like in 100 years, but it will exist.

“There will always be issues and things that need to be done,” he said. “We play a leading role in a growing sense of regionalism, and we must grow and increase as a suburb of Montreal.”

to Nov. 23 to allow for more shopping days until Christmas. In 1941, Congress officially made Thanksgiving the fourth Thursday of November.

“Our current chamber is also not shy about asking for big things for the North Country,” Krueger said, referring to Garry Douglas.

In 1959, the chamber called on major oil companies to cut the price of a gallon of gasoline by 2cents, frustrated with the cost at the time of 34.9 cents per gallon.

Rod Giltz, chairman of the Chamber ’s Board of Directors in 1967, assumed the past at 27 in 1967.

“It was a simpler time,” Giltz said.

Plattsburgh revolved around Margaret Street and city police officers toted around bags of nickels to put in expired parking meters. Out-of-town vehicle owners would then find a note thanking them for shopping in Plattsburgh and explaining that the money had been donated by downtown merchants.

“I am proud to be part of this community and proud of the chamber and what it is today,” Giltz said.

Krueger, again assuming the identity of Hall, stressed that Canadians are more than tourists, but are also business people who aspire to open businesses in the area.

In 1955, Canadians spent roughly $15 million to $20 million in the North Country. Today, that figure is estimated at $1.5 billion annually.

“Please be nice to these people,” Krueger insisted.

Helen White was the first female chair of the Chamber ’s Board of Directors in 1988, followed by Hope Coryer in 1989.

Coryer continues actively support Former Chamber board member Larry Kriff and local businesswoman Krista Boule check out the Chamber. some of the memorabilia at the Chamber’s 100th anniversary.

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The LaMeres celebrate 90th birthdays, as well as 68th wedding anniversary MOOERS — On Oct. 7, a 90 birthday celebration was held for both Leon and Viola LaMere at the Mooers Fire Station. Since Viola turned 90 in May and Leon will celebrate his day in December, the family decided to bring family and friends together at an in-between time.

The open house made a great social time for over 160 guests who traveled from New Hampshire, Western Leon and Viola LaMere celebrated 90 years of life in a combined New York, the Glens birthday party, and 68 years together with their family and friends Falls area and Cana- on Oct. 7. da. The Sweet Adelines entertained with great music of the older times.

Leon and Viola celebrated their 68 wedding anniversary in June of this year.

They started out their life together running a farm in Cannon Corners area and then in Mooers. After this they spent a few years in Chazy while Leon worked for Montgomery Wards and Viola worked in the Chazy Central Rural School cafeteria. They relocated to Mooers where they operated the LaMere’s IGA. After this Leon was employed by the Grand Union company where he opened many of the delis in the area. He then returned and returned from Montgomery Wards when they opened the new store at Pryamid Mall. During this time, Viola persued a career as a tablet inspector at Wyeth Laboratories. After retirement, they became snow birds and spent 16 years in Lakeland Florida.

Leon and Viola were both charter members in the Mooers Knights of Columbus and Auxiliary. Leon was the first grand knight for the 6136 council. He also served as treasurer for the Mooers Boy Scouts for several years. They both enjoyed singing with the St. Joseph’s choir and still enjoy trying their luck at weekly bingo.

They were blessed to have had all their family present at the party with the exception of one grandson Keagan, his wife Christie and their children, Madison and Tanner who reside in Anchorage Alaska. Keagan had just returned from deployment in Afghanistan days prior to the celebration. The party was hosted by their family daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis and Bob Mooso, sons and daughters-in-laws Tom, Jeannie, Randy, Lynn, Tracey and Louise LaMere; grand children Kim and Tim Pinsonneault, Robb and Kris Mooso, Amber and Dave Atkinson, Courtney LaMere, Erin, Melissa, Branden Jordan LaMere and great grandchildren Cole and Rylee Pinsonneault, Owen and Payson Moose, Gage and Asher Atkinson.

A great afternoon was enjoyed by all.

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OBITUARIES WESLEY G VANDERHORST JUL 16, 1931 - DEC 07, 2012 Wesley Gerrit Vanderin various social events in the horst,81, of Essex NY. passed community. He was known away December 7th after a for his outgoing and caring long illness. He was born Jupersonality, love of the ly 16th, 1931 in Albany NY, Adirondacks, and a deep the son of the sense of belonglate George and ing to the comMary Baumer munity. He lived Vanderhorst. his life to be well Wes attended liked and loved Cornell Universiby all, and he acty on a football complished that scholarship begoal. He was fore joining the married 43 years Navy for the Koto Jessie Lue rean War. He Vanderhorst served two years who passed on the USS Wisaway in 1998, consin. After his service he and remarried Billie graduated from St. Lawrence Houghton Vanderhorst in University and began his 2000. thirty year career with NY Wes is survived by his wife, Telephone in Canton NY. As Billie Houghton, his sister a Business Manager and ReJoan Brust of Indiana Pa,, gional Director for NY Telefour children, Wesley Gerritt phone he oversaw operations Vanderhorst of Eureka, in Olean and Utica NY and Cailf., Leisa Hill of Middlelived in Olean and Clinton town RI., Paula Vanderhorst NY for his career. He was an Thomas of Needham Ma., active civic leader in every and Gregory Scott Vandercommunity he lived in, holdhorst of Williamsville NY., 9 ing leadership positions in grandchildren, three step Kiwanis, United Way, Chamchildren and five step grandber of Commerce, Red Cross, children .

Lake Champlain Committee, A memorial service will be the Smith House and Essex held at a later date at the EsCommunity Church. He resex Community Church. tired to Essex NY in 1988 and In lieu of flowers, donations became Essex Town Supervito Wesley's memory may be sor for two years. He became made to High Peaks Hospice a charter member of the "do and Palliative Care in nothing club" and was active Mineville NY.

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Sunday, Dec.16

LAKE PLACID — Adirondack Christmas Concert, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Way, 7 p.m. $12.

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SARANAC LAKE — Santa arrives at Harrietstown Town Hall, Broadway and Main Street, 6 p.m.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Advent Musical Meditations, United Church of Christ, 7580 Court Street, 12:15 p.m.

LYON MOUNTAIN — A Visit from Santa, Lyon Mountain American Legion Post #1623, 3958 State Route 374, 5:3 - 7:30 p.m.

PERU — Beartracks in concert, Peru Community Church, 13 Elm Street, 7:30 p.m. 643-2735, www.beartracksband.com, $10..

AUSABLE FORKS — Public Swim, AuSable Valley Central School Swimming Pool, 28 Church Street, 2-4 p.m. $2, $1 for students.

WILMINGTON — Village of Lights At Santa's Workshop, 324 Whiteface Memorial Highway, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. $9.95, www.NorthPoleNY.com.

ESSEX — Nativity Play and Christmas Brunch, Essex Community Church, 2306 Main Street, 10:15 a.m.

SARANAC LAKE — Community Christmas Celebration, Free Carousel Rides 2 – p.m. Free Gingerbread House Making for Kids and Parents 2 – 3:30 p.m., Adirondack Carousel, 2 Depot St., 891-9521 PLATTSBURGH — Christmas Candlelight Concert, First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir, Brinkerhoff Street., 4 p.m.

WESTPORT — "Holiday Celebration" featuring the choral trio, "Ya Got Treble", The Westport Library, 6 Harris Lane, 5 p.m.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Santa Claus to visit the Elizabethtown Cobble Hill Golf Course Clubhouse, Corner of Court Street, Rte. 9, 4-6 p.m.

KEESEVILLE — The Keeseville-Peru Ecumenical Choir will be performing concert, St. John the Baptist Church, 1804 Main Street, 7:30 p.m.

WESTPORT —ZUMBA Class, Westport Heritage House, Main Street, 6:30 p.m. $5.

Saturday, Dec. 15 ELIZABETHTOWN — Teen/Adult Zumba, Elizabethtown Social Center, 7626 U.S. 9, 9 a.m. elizabethtownsocialcenter.org.

SARANAC LAKE — Snowman Building Contest, Berkley Green, Main Street, 1– 3 p.m.

LAKE PLACID — LPCA Green Market , Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex Building, 17 Algonquin Way. 10 a.m.1p.m. 523-2512, www.LakePlacidFarmersMarket.com.

SARANAC LAKE — Santa at the Youth Center, 29 Woodruff Street, 3-5 p.m.

SARANAC LAKE — Children's/Family Green Crafts, Youth Center, 29 Woodruff Street, 5-7 p.m.

ALTONA — Christmas For with the Rockside Senior Music Club, Rainbow Banquet Hall, 47 Woods Falls Road, $25. 5 p.m. 236-5030.

SARANAC LAKE —Holiday Concert SL Middle School Special Chorus, Adirondack Carousel, 2 Depot St, noon, 891-9521.

UPPER JAY — Martha Gallagher concert, at the Amos and Julia Ward theatre, Intersection of Rte 9N and 86, 7p.m.

WESTPORT — “Welcome to Winter Hike” at the new Hidden Quarry Trail, meet 1 p.m. Former Mormon Church Parking Lot, NYS Route 22/9N. AUSABLE FORKS — “Here Come the Trains!” Opening & Reception, Tahawus Lodge Center, Windows Gallery, 14234 Rte 9N, Main St., 5-7p.m. 647-8266. gracilu@earthlink.net.

LAKE PLACID — Met Live showing: Aida, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Way, 1 p.m. $16. 5232512.

UPPER JAY — Storytelling at Wells Memorial Library, 12230 New York 9N, 2 p.m.

CHAMPLAIN — 2ND Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, Pacqette Park, Route 9, 6:30 p.m. 298-4152.

LEWIS — Santa to visit, Lewis Fire Department, 18 Fire House Lane, for kids age 0-12, 3 p.m.

PERU — The Keeseville-Peru Ecumenical Choir will be performing concert, St. Augustine’s Church, 3035 Main Street, 7:30pm.

Monday, Dec. 17 WESTPORT —YOGA Class, Westport Heritage House, Main Street, 6 p.m. $10.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Teen/Adult Zumba, Elizabethtown Social Center, 7626 U.S. 9, 5:30 p.m. elizabethtownsocialcenter.org.

MOOERS — Annual Lighting Contest, judging begins at 5:30 p.m. to participate call 236-7927.

UPPER JAY — Quilters Gathering, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 New York 9N, 4:30 p.m.

KEENE —Free osteoporosis classes, Keene’s Community Center, Church Street, 11:30 a.m.

WILLSBORO — Free osteoporosis classes, Willsboro’s Congregational Church, NY 22, 10:30 a.m. 546 3565.

Tuesday, Dec. 18 PLATTSBURGH — Rough Riders Adult Rifle Team to meet, Plattsburgh Rod and Gun Club, Rte. 9, 5:30 p.m.

298-5161.

Wednesday, Dec. 19 SARANAC LAKE — Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Committee meeting. 6 p.m. Large Group Instruction room at the Saranac Lake High School. Open to the public. Planning session for the 2013 Winter Carnival, set for Feb. 1-10. More information: www.saranaclakewintercarnival.com.

WESTPORT — ZUMBA Class, Westport Heritage House, Main Street, 6:30 p.m. $5.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Zumba Fitness Class, Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School, 7530 Court Street, 3 p.m., $8, or $20 for the Nov 28, Dec 5, 12, and 19 classes. 873-6408.

WILLSBORO — Free osteoporosis classes, Willsboro’s Congregational Church, NY 22, 1:30 p.m. 546 3565.

Thursday, Dec. 20 PLATTSBURGH — Rough Riders Junior Rifle Team, Plattsburgh Rod and Gun Club, Rte. 9, 6:30 p.m. $5.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Teen/Adult Zumba, Elizabethtown Social Center, 7626 U.S. 9, 5:30 p.m. elizabethtownsocialcenter.org.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Free osteoporosis classes, Hand House, Route 8, 10 a.m.

Friday, Dec. 21 WILMINGTON — Village of Lights At Santa's Workshop, 324 Whiteface Memorial Highway, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. $9.95, www.NorthPoleNY.com.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Advent Musical Meditations, United Church of Christ, 7580 Court Street, 12:15 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 22 LAKE PLACID — LPCA Green Market , Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex Building, 17 Algonquin Way. 10 a.m.-1p.m.

523-2512, www.LakePlacidFarmersMarket.com.

LAKE PLACID — "End of the World Survivors Party" Food, live music & Cash Prizes ($1000.00 - 50/50), Lyon Mountain Post #1623 Legion, 7p.m.

SARANAC LAKE — Pet Pictures with “Santa Paws”, Youth Center, 29 Woodruff Street, 3-6 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Northern Adirondack Vocal Ensemble to perform Festival of Lessons and Carrols, St. Peter’s Church, 114 Cornelia Street, 7:30 p.m.

SARANAC LAKE — Family Night Movie “Santa Clause 2”, Best Western Mountain Lake Inn, 487 Lake Flower Ave. 7 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 23 AUSABLE FORKS — Public Swim, AuSable Valley Central School Swimming Pool, 28 Church Street, 2-4 p.m. $2, $1 for students.

PERU — 4th Sunday $5 Breakfast at Peru Memorial VFW & Ladies Auxiliary, 710 Pleasant St, 9 a.m. -Noon.

LAKE PLACID — The Northern Adirondack Vocal Ensemble (NAVE) to perform, $10. St. Agnes Church, 169 Hillcrest Ave. 523-2200.

WESTPORT —ZUMBA Class, Westport Heritage House, Main Street, 6:30 p.m. $5.

LAKE PLACID — Northern Adirondack Vocal Ensemble to perform Festival of Lessons and Carrols, St. Agnes Church, 169 Hillcrest Ave, 3 p.m.

ESSEX — Christmas Sunday Service, Essex Community Church, 2306 Main Street, 10:15 a.m.

• WORSHIP IN THE NORTHERN TIER •

ALTONA Holy Angels Church - Main Street, Altona. Mass - 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m. Sunday CHAMPLAIN Living Water Baptist Church 9 Locust St., corner of Main and Locust, Champlain. Sunday School at 9 a.m.

Service at 10 a.m. Thursday Bible Study at 7 p.m. includes activities for children.

Phone: 298-4358 Three Steeples United Methodist Church - 491 Route 11, Champlain.

298-8655 or 298-5522. Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School at same time (Sept. thru June). Steve Loan, Pastor. steeples3@primelink1.net St. Mary’s Catholic Church - Church Street, Champlain. Saturday Anticipated Mass 5:30 p.m. Sunday services 8 a.m.

St. Joseph’s Church - Mason Road, Champlain. Saturday Anticipated Mass, 7:30 p.m.

Christ & St. John’s Episcopal/Anglican Church - 18 Butternut Street, Champlain.

(518) 298-8543. Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. Patricia A. Beauharnois, Deacon Vicar CHAZY Sacred Heart Church - Box 549, Chazy 12921. (518) 846-7650. Sunday Masses (Ant) 4 p.m., 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.

Chazy Presbyterian Church - 620 Miner Farm Rd., Chazy. 846-7349 Worship and Sunday School will begin at 11 a.m.

Email: chazypres@westelcom.com ELLENBURG St. Edmund’s Roman Catholic Church - Route 11, Ellenburg. Saturday Anticipated Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday Mass, 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.

The Ellenburg United Methodist Church - will meet at 9 a.m. at the church in Ellenburg Center. However, on Election Day, Sunday, we move to the Ellenburg Methodist Community Center on Rt. 11.

ELLENBURG DEPOT Ellenburg Depot Wesleyan Church 2179 Plank Rd., PO Box 177 Ellenburg Depot, NY 12935. Pastor: Robert R. Phillips. Phone: 594-3902. Sunday Family Bible Hour: 9:50 a.m. Sunday Worship Time: 10:50 a.m. Children’s Youth Ministries: Call for schedule.

MOOERS St. Joseph’s Catholic Church - Maple Street, Mooers. 236-7142. Anticipated Saturday Mass, 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass, 10 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request.

Mooers United Methodist Church 14 East St., Located adjacent to old Post Office. Sunday service, 9:30 a.m.

Contemporary & traditional music, activities for children, youth and families, 236-7129, pastoral@twcny.rr.com, www.gbgm-umc.org/mooersumc Mooers Wesleyan Church - Maple Street, Mooers. Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday Night 7 p.m. (518) 236-5330.

MOOERS FORKS St. Ann’s Catholic Church - Route 11, Mooers Forks. Mass: Saturday, 4 p.m.; Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request.

PLATTSBURGH Seventh Day Adventist - 4003 Rt. 22, Plattsburgh, 561-3491 - Pastor Livergood Worship Saturday at 11:30 a.m., Pot Luck Dinner after service ROUSES POINT St. Patrick’s Catholic Church - Lake Street, Rouses Point. Anticipated Mass: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday Mass: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.; Weekday Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m.

Communion Service: Wednesday 9 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church - 52 Washington Ave., Rouses Point, New

York 12979. Telephone 518-297-6529.

Telephone 518-846-7349. Sunday Service 9 a.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

SCIOTA St. Louis of France Catholic Church Route 22, Sciota. Mass 4 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. Sunday Sciota United Methodist Church Sunday service 9 a.m. Route 19, Sciota.

WEST CHAZY West Chazy Community Church Pastor Marty Martin. 17 East Church St. Fiske Road, West Chazy, NY. Ph. 4934585. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Tuesday; Youth Group 6:30 p.m.

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church - West Church Street, West Chazy. Saturday Vigil Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday at 9 a.m.

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ADIRONDACK 79 Acres, 20 min. to Whiteface, great for hunting or cross country skiing, road frontage, power, $69,000. 518-624-6055

APARTMENT ELIZABETHTOWN/NEW RUSSIA, Wadhams/Westport, Senior Housing, 55yrs+, four rooms with two bedrooms, Apartment in senior community, no pets.

518-873-2609 or 508-839-4551 48 SPRING STREET, PORT HENRY, NY 2 BR/1 BA, Large lakeview property. Nice neighborhood. Hdwd fls. Offstreet pk. pl. Village sewer line. No pets/smoking. Utilities included. 750. Security. References. (919) 239-3791 $750 robbiedobb@aol.com

GARAGE SALE/ BARN SALE ATTN: GARAGE SALE ENTHUSIASTS! Buying or selling second-hand treasures?The NYS Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection, in conjunction with the Free Community Papers of New York, recommends checking the following websites to help assure that the item has not been recalled or the subject of a safety warning: http:/www.recalls.gov and the Consumer Product Safety Commission at www.cpsc.gov. For other important recall and product safety information visit the Division of Consumer Protection at www.dos.ny.gov

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LOGGING LAVALLEE LOGGING is looking to harvest and purchase standing timber, primarily Spruce & White Pine Willing to pay New York State stumpage prices on all species. References available. Matt Lavallee, 518-6456351

REAL ESTATE 20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/ payment.$0-Down, $168/mo.

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ELIZABETHTOWN- 1 BDRM APT. in Private Home Off Street Parking, Porch, All Utilities Included, HUD Approved, No Pets, No Smoking No Exceptions. 518-873 -2625 Judy or 518-962-4467 Wayne or 518-962-2064 Gordon KEESEVILLE, BRIGHT 1 bdrm apartment in Village, off street parking, $525 + security, pay your own utilities, pet OK. Call 518-834-7647 LEWIS NEWLY renovated, 2 BDRMS, No Pets, No Smoking, Heat Inclused. $700/mo - Single Occupancy $600/mo. 518-873-6805.

WESTPORT STUDIO Apartment second floor, $500 + deposit. 518-962-8500 for more info.

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NORTH HUDSON HOUSE FOR RENT 1 Bedroom with Garage.

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ONEONTA, NY area 2,600 sq ft Farm house 5 BR, 2 Baths on 5 acres. Views 1,120' Elevation $109,000 Owner financing. More Land available www.helderbergrealty.com CALL: 518-861-6541

SKI RENTAL-JAY, NY (6 months) $1200/Mo. Plus Utilities Furnished-10 min to Whiteface. No Pets. Sleeps 6-7 call evenings 518-873-6433 OR 585421-3873

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PSYCHOLOGIST - $5,000 Relocation - Seeking Psychologist for a prominent human services agency that supports people with developmental disabilities in the Catskill Mountain region. Become expert in our proactive philosophy and positive approach, assist in the development and monitoring of positive, proactive plans, and train and support staff in areas of teaching and behaviorism. Learn more at www.delarc.org Qualifications include Ph.D. in Psychology, licensed to practice in NYS, and valid Driver's license; experience with people w/ disabilities preferred. Send resume to: The Arc of Delaware County, 34570 State Highway 10, Walton, NY 13856 or e-mail delarc@delarc.org.

SURFING USA. Now hiring 10 spontaneous individuals. Travel full time. Must be 18+. Transportation and hotel provided. Call Shawn 800-716-0048

HELP WANTED LOCAL CARETAKER POSITION. Essex Fire District #1 is advertising the position of Caretaker. An detailed list of duties, which include maintaining vehicles, records of equipment, etc can be obtained by sending a letter of interest with resume, stating relevant work experience and at least one reference to Essex Fire District, POBox 58, Essex NY 12936.

This is a paid position. Deadline for applications is December 20, 2012.

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ANTIQUES/ COLLECTIBLES HAVE COIN WILL TRAVEL Buying Old U.S. coins, currency, commemoratives, bullion and other interesting items. Fair & Honest. Prices in today's market.

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FOR SALE 1972 GRAND TORINO runs, needs work comes with some new parts $3200; Chevy Van 30 Travelmaster camper $2500.

518-962-4394 6 ALUMINUM Dock Sections, 4' wide 10-13' long, $2400. 518-523-0190 CLARINET, VIOLIN, FLUTE, TRUMPET, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $75 each. Upright Bass, Cello, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $189 each. Others 4-sale 1-516377-7907 FOR SALE one set Ping Golf Irons, complete set- 3 thru PW, $150.00. Call 518 -569-1962

FOR SALE 24"x48" Desk plus Computer table, $50 each. 518-493-2229 GARAGE DOOR 8'x16', White Aluminum, insulated, very good condition, no dents, will be available on or around August 9th. Asking $450 OBO. 518297-2241.

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GENERAL 52" COLOR (J.V.C.) T.V., perfect condition, $250.00 (or) 35" Samsung Color T.V. $100.00 New. 518-523-1681

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WERE YOU IMPLANTED WITH A ST. JUDE RIATA DEFIBRILLATOR LEAD WIRE between June 2001 and December 2010? Have you had this lead replaced, capped or did you receive shocks from the lead? You may be entitled to compensation.

Contact Attorney Charles Johnson 1-800-535-5727

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LAWN & GARDEN BRUSH HOG Model EFM600. Used 1 year, like new. Finish mower. 518-570-8837 $1,000

YAMAHA KEYBOARD With Axman Stand, Excellent Condition $75.00 518-578-5500

WANTED TO BUY BUYING EVERYTHING! FURS, Coins, Gold, Antiques, Watches, Silver, Art, Diamonds."The Jewelers Jeweler Jack" 1-917-696-2024

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WANTED TO BUY Wanted: Will Pay up to $15.00 for High School Yearbooks 1900-2012.

Any School, Any State. www.yearbookusa.com or 214514-1040 WANTED: WILL Pay up to $15.00 for High School Yearbooks 19002012. Any School/Any State. www.yearbookusa.com or 214514-1040 WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil & gas interests. Send details P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co 80201 WANTS TO purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 YEARBOOKS UP to $15 paid for high school yearbooks 1900-2012. www. yearbookusa.com or 214514-1040

BUYING NY & VT GINSENG Paying $600/lb-$900/lb, depending on age and condition. Call or email John if interested. 603-306 -4675 johncarljacobs@yahoo.com BUYING/ SELLING BUYING/SELLING: gold, gold coins, sterling silver, silver coins, diamonds, fine watches (Rolex, Cartier, Patek, Phillippe), Paintings, furs, estates.

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More Land available www.helderbergreality.com CALL: 518-861-6541 OXBOW, NY WATERFRONT ON PAYNE LAKE. Cliffs view. 16 acres (8 acreswaterfront). $165K. Develop or just enjoy. 1-919-606-7513 UPSTATE NEW YORK LAND BEST INVESTMENT EVER. Over 100 parcels: 5 to 250acres beautiful trees, ponds, streams.

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96 COLONY 14X80, Mobile Home, 3br/2ba, master bathroom has jet tub, deck, gardens,appraised at $23,000 but selling at $13,000 obo 518-5725468.

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STONE HOUSE IN LEWIS at 8619 Route 9, recently remodeled, full dry basement, 2 car garage with walk up loft, laundry room with new front load washer and dryer, all appliances stay, large stone fireplace, will help with closing cost. Call 518-873-2120 to see.

FARM, LAND and FARMS WANTED. Serious cash buyer seeks investment property, 200 acres and up, with or without mineral rights.

Brokers welcome. For immediate confidential response, call 607563-8875 ext.13 or e-mail alan@newyorklandandlakes.com.

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MORRISONVILLE, NY , 3 BR/1 BA Single Family Home, 1,056 square feet, built in 1979, New roof, kitchen, bath & water heater. Full basement. $99,500 OBO. MAKE ME MOVE! 518-4209602

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FOR SALE BOYS SHOES RANGER BOOTS 7 REEBOCK BASKETBALL 5.5 DRESS SHOES SIZE 7 EXC COND $40 518-492-2028 COLUMBIA JACKET BOYS 10/12 COLUMBIA JACKETS ONE BLUE ONE RED EXC COND $35 518-492-2028 JACKET BOYS BURTON WINTER JACKET 10/12 RED EXC COND $40 518492-2028

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TRUCK CAP 4 Sale fiberglass, gray, fits '03 Tundra access cab or similar, 6.5' bed, 67" wide. 518891-5818 $200.

1952 DESOTO White/Blue, no rust, small Hemi,, great project car. Serious inquires only. $3500. 518-962-4688

AUTO DONATION

1980 OLDSMOBILE 4 door Cutlass, good transmission, body, 4.3L/260, 8 cyl., 97K, rear brake fluid line leak, must tow away.

Asking $750. 518-563-2509 Leave Message. Call: (518) 563-2509

A-1 DONATE YOUR CAR! Breast Cancer Research Foundation! Most highly rated breast cancer charity in America! Tax Deductible/Fast Free Pick Up. 1-800399-6506 www.carsforbreastcancer.org DONATE A CAR HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/week. Nonrunners OK. Tax Deductible. Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 1-800-5780408

HYUNDAI ACCENT 2010, never been driven in snow, very good shape, well maintained, 68,000 miles, DK Blue Black Interior, am/fm CD, air, auto, front wheel drive, great tires, new battery, new wiper blades, 38 mpg., $7600. 518-873-1067 no call after 8pm.

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BOATS 17’ FIBERGLASS Cab boat, ready for restoration, $2500. 518-561-0528 1977 156 GLASTRON Boat with 70 HP Johnson motor, with trailer, excellent condition. $3000. 518-359-8605

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2001 SUPRA SANTERA low hrs., mint cond., great ski wake board boat, beautiful trailer included, $19,500. 518-354-8089 2005 WHITEHALL SPIRIT rowing/sailboat. Classic boat, rare find. Must sell! Asking $6400 OBO. 845-868-7711

Name: ________________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________ Phone: ________________ E-mail (Required): __________________________________ Amount Enclosed:________Card #: _________________________ Security #: _________ Exp. Date: ___________________ Signature: __________________________________

HEWITT PONTOON BOAT Lift, model# 1501, sits on the bottom of the lake. Make an Offer.

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HOBIE 16’ Cataman parts, hulls, trempoline deks, masts, $500. 518-561-0528

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1985 HEIL insulated 6000 gallon stainless steel tank trailer, $5000. 518-5610528

MOTORCYCLES 1989 YAMAH Virago runs good $1250; 2003 Hyosung runs good, $2000.

Please call 518-962-4394 2002 HONDA VTX 1800, mint condition, many extras, $4500. 518-492-2348 2006 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 883 Mint condition. 11,000 miles.

Many extras incl. new battery, removable luggage rack, back rest & windshield. 518-946-8341. $4,500 2010 HONDA STATELINE 1200 Miles, Black, 1312cc $8,500 518-569-8170 WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KZ1000MKII, W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 Suzuki GS400, GT380, CB750 CASH PAID. FREE NATIONAL PICKUP. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com

TRUCKS 1940 DODGE MILITARY Power Wagon, WC Model, 4x4, $1800. 518-561-0528 2000 RANGER 2000 Ranger XLT 4x4 Super Cab, camper top, liner, tonneau cover, 6 cyl., auto, AC, stereo, 130K, Asking $3595. 518-576-9042

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF GREENLEAF ELECTRICAL SERVICES, LLC. Name: Greenleaf Electrical Services, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 17, 2012Office location, Clinton County, New York.The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 6 Timberline Drive, Morrisonville, NY 12962.

NCM-11/10-12/15/126TC-20718 ----------------------------NOTIFICATION OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY (LLC) A & E LOGISTICS, LLC Articles of Organization were filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 09/20/2012.

Office in Clinton County. SSNY desig. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be Served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to P.O. Box Box 15, Champlain, NY 12919.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NCM-11/10-12/15/126TC-20729 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC): Name : GOODFELLAS PAINTING AND REAL ESTATE LLC, Articles of the Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 7/18/2012.

Office location: Clinton County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: C/O GOODFELLAS PAINTING AND REAL ESTATE LLC, P.O. Box 1064, Platts-

burgh, NY 12901.

Purpose: Any lawful business purpose NCM-11/10-12/15/126TC-20732 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF FISKE I N S U R A N C E AGENCY, LLC. Certificate of Authority granted and filed with the NYS Dept of State on 10/30/2012. Business location-Clinton County, NY. Process address-Fiske Insurance Agency, LLC, PO Box 1688, St Albans, VT 05478.

Jurisdiction of organization of this limited liability company is Vermont.

Purposeinsurance sales and service.

NCM-11/17-12/22/126TC-20741 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF MARS REAL ESTATE HOLDING CO., LLC (PURSUANT TO SECTION 203 OF THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Organization of Mars Real Estate Holding Co., LLC (the

Company ) were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York on November 5, 2012.

The Company is being formed for any lawful business purpose and shall have all the powers set forth in Section 202(a) - 202(q) of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The office of the Company is to be located in the County of Clinton, State of New York, with offices located at 164 Staley Rd., Morrisonville, New York 12962. The Secretary of State has been designated as the agent of the Company upon who process against the Company may be served.

The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the Company served upon such Secretary of State is: P.O. Box 815, Morrisonville, New York 12962.

NCM-11/17-12/22/126TC-20746 ----------------------------ELOISA LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 2/22/11. Office in Clin-

ton Co. SSNY design.

Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 262 Berry St. Ste. 1, Brooklyn, NY 11211. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

NCM-11/17-12/22/126TC-42166 ----------------------------DLW MERIT HEATING AND P L U M B I N G COMPANY LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/3/12. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 5 Lafayette St., Plattsburgh, NY 12901, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NCM-11/24-12-29-126TC-42171 ----------------------------AIRBORNE PARK SPEEDWAY LLC, ARTS. OF ORG. FILED WITH SSNY ON 11/15/12. Office Location: Clinton County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be

served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 70 Broderick Rd., Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act.

NCM-12/1-1/5/136TC-42197 ----------------------------GRADIENTS, LLC Cert. of Formation filed Sec. of State DE (SSDE) 06/04/07.

Reg. agent is The Incorporating Company, LLC 42 Read s Way New Castle, DE 19720. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NCM-12/1-1/5/136TC-42211 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF ROUSES POINT BEER EMPORIUM LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of N.Y. on 10/31/12.

Office location: Clinton County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: 1 Ashwood Drive, Rouses Point, NY 12979.

Purpose: Any lawful activity.

NCM-12/8-1/12/13-

6TC-42222 ----------------------------LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC): Name: L A K E S H O R E MARINE SERVICES, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/26/2012.

Office location: Clinton County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process again it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: .

L A K E S H O R E MARINE SERVICES, LLC, 737 Lakeshore Rd , West Chazy, NY 12992.

Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. Latest dateupon which LLC is to dissolve: No specificdate.

NCM-12/8-1/12/136TC-42220 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF TROUT BIH 01 LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/30/12. Office location: Clinton County. SSNY is des-

ignated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: POB 916, Champlain, NY 12919. Purpose: any lawful activity.

NCM-12/15-1/19/136TC-42258 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: ALTONA LAND CO. LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/27/12. Office location: Clinton County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, P.O. Box 385, Keeseville, New York 12944.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

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