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P L AT T S B U R G H Ñ The Imaginarium Childrens museum in Plattsburgh launched its Ò Blast BoredomÓ campaign during a fun-filled press conference April 10. Ò We want to blast boredom from our children and give them outlets to learn on their own terms in a creative and fun way,Ó said Imaginarium President Jennifer Meschinelli. Ò So, we ask our community to help us on this mission to blast boredom.Ó The campaign was launched in part by Cardinal Public Relations, a student run organization of mainly marketing and public relations students at Plattsburgh State University. Cardinal Public Relations CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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PLATTSBURGHÑ It is amazing how quickly a personÕ s life can change.

Malorie DroletteÕ s parents recently brought the 16-year-old girl to the doctor because she seemed to be suffering from a sinus infection.

As the doctor examined the lymph node glands on MalorieÕ s neck, she noticed a lump.

That lump resulted in a visit to Fletcher Allen Medical Center in Burlington, where Malorie was tested and later diagnosed with HodgkinÕ s lymphoma, a form of cancer that originates in white blood cells.

Now, about five weeks after the March 11 diagnosis, she and her family are frequently making the trip to Burlington for MalorieÕ s treatment schedule.

And Seton Catholic High School in Plattsburgh is trying to help Malorie and her family get through it by hosting the Knights of the Night Talent Show on Saturday, April 20.

The show is sponsored by SetonÕ s student council and music department, and all proceeds

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from the event will help MalorieÕ s family pay for the treatment and transportation costs associated with her visits to Fletcher Allen. Ò ItÕ s going to have students from group performance classes doing music, comedy and modern songs,Ó said Lita Kelly Paczak, music teacher at Seton Catholic. Ò WeÕ re also hoping to have a group of teachers perform, which is always hilarious. ItÕ ll be entertainment from all walks of musical life.Ó The event is a perfect fit for Malorie, who is a junior at the school. Ò She loves to listen to music,Ó said MalorieÕ s mother, Danielle Drolette. Ò ItÕ s been her therapy for years. It calms her.Ó But now Malorie needs a different kind of therapyÑ chemotherapyÑ to help her beat HodgkinÕ s lymphoma.

That means she must travel to Fletcher Allen three days a week in cycles that are two weeks long.

After taking a week off, Malorie is now in her second cycle.

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Champlain says goodbye to winter this weekend

By Shaun Kittle

shaun@denpubs.com CHAMPLAIN Ă‘ Steve Merchant is sick of winter.

To prove it, heÕ s organized a Ò Say Goodbye to WinterÓ bash at Bowl Mart Lanes in Champlain on Saturday, April 20.

The event, which has more of a say Ò good riddance to winterÓ theme, is the second of its kind for the area.

Proceeds from the event will go toward improving the Samuel de Champlain Center Stage in Rouses Point.

The Peru-based band Just Us will provide music for the celebration.

The band has been around for 28 years, but rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist Joe Holland and bassist and vocalist Keith Collins are the only founding members still in the group.

Lead guitarist and vocalist Gene Palmer, who has been with the band for five years, and drummer Keith Bushey, who has three years with the band, will complete the quartet on Saturday.

The bandĂ• s members might have changed through the years, but some things havenĂ• tĂ‘ What: Say Goodbye to Winter bash Just Us has always When: Saturday, April 20, 8 p.m.played classic rock, midnight country rock and Where: Bowl Mart Lanes, 277 State blues covers, and Rt. 11, Champlain also likes to throw Cost: $3 per person or $5 per couin some modern ple. Proceeds beneďŹ t the Samuel de rock.

Champlain Center Stage in Rouses ItÕ s all just a part Point. of life for Holland, who has been playing guitar since he was 10 years old. Ò ItÕ s pretty much honed into me,Ó Holland said. Ò I think my dad was the first person to realize it. He bought me an old Sears Silver Tone guitar and I went through the blisters, got to playing, and have been doing it ever since.Ó The desire to play music, and to keep playing music, is something Holland understands and wants everyone to have access to. Ò Steve called me up and said he wanted to keep the stage going this year,Ó Holland said. Ò Whether our band plays or not, it (Center Stage) is good for the community. I would hate to see something like that fall to the wayside.Ó And if Merchant is successful, Center Stage will never fall to the wayside.

The 20-foot wide by 30-foot long stage was constructed four years ago using a combination of grants and donations from local businesses and individuals.

To date, about $30,000 has been put into it, but it isn’t finished yet. “We still want to finish up and put stage lighting in there, and possibly build a dressing room off the back,Ă“ Merchant said.

Money raised at the Say Goodbye to Winter bash will go toward putting the finishing touches on the stage.

The bash will also serve as a precursor to the Rouses Point Summer Series, which will begin in July and include a variety of weekly performances ranging from magicians to bands.

Merchant sees more than entertainment value in Center Stage, though. He believes it is an asset, and that it has given people a reason to visit Rouses Point. Ò ThereÕ s so much talent in the North Country, whether it be young or old, and they never get a chance to perform,Ó Merchant said. Ò This stage is giving people a chance to get out there and showcase themselves.Ó

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Mighty Matthew and the case of the Lollipop bandits

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com LEWIS Ñ It took Matthew Cech little time as a member of the Essex County SheriffÕ s Department to break his first big case.

Cech, 8 years old and from Plattsburgh, known to many in the North Country as Mighty Matthew, was sworn in by Sheriff Richard Cutting April 13 with a specific case in mind: help the department find the Lollipop Bandits.

On the line was the safety of suckers everywhere and a reward of 400-plus lollipops for the person who brought the two bandits Ñ known as Bob Rice and Lloyd LaMotte Ñ to justice. Ò They said that these guys had stole lollipops, and I love lollipops,Ó Cech said, adding that he has been interested in being a member of a police force because Ò they have tasers.Ó Shortly after being sworn in, Mighty Matthew and Sheriff Cutting hit the road on patrol watching for a truck that fit the description of the one being driven by the bandits.

Indeed, Cech was able to spot the vehicle, and a chase ensued along a dirt road in Lewis before the bandits were pulled over and arrested by the newest deputy.

Once in custody, Cech searched the vehicle, finding the evidence he needed, even taking the chance to sample the goods to make sure that it was indeed the lollipops in question.

Following processing and booking, Cech received his reward of lollipops, along with tokens of the sheriffÕ s appreciation, including the Ò pepper sprayÓ he used to control the suspects.

As for what he would do with the spray, he gently said, Ò I am looking at you, Steven,Ó referring to his 14-year-old brother, who was made a member of MatthewÕ s posse along with 16-year-old brother Bradley.

For Mighty Matthew, it was another positive day that came between days of visits to the hospital and therapy as Cech fights against Mitochondrial Disease. Ò One of the deputiesÕ wives (Devann Murphy) had seen Matthew and his story and sent us a message that they would like to put something together for him,Ó father Terry Cech said. Ò We communicated back and forth and got everything set up.Ó Terry said that moments like these help both Matthew and the family through the tough times. Ò We are dealing with a chronic illness, and the outcome is not favorable,Ó he said. Ò The outpouring of community spirit and support has been fantastic. He is a lovable kid with such an upbeat attitude and he fights with might, which has been his motto. He had an absolute blast today, and it helps us all keep our minds off the daily doctors and trials.Ó Ò It takes a lot of the stress off a typical day for him,Ó mom Lisa Cech said. Ò This is something fun where he can just go out and be a kid.Ó Ò It was awesome to see this happen,Ó Mur-

Above: Matthew Cech, AKA Mighty Matthew, poses with his family and Essex County Sheriff Richard Cutting after being ‘deputized.’ Below, Matthew discovers the lollipop loot.

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phy said. Ò It went great,Ó Cutting said. Ò It was probably the highlight of my 35 years in service.Ó Along with giving Matthew a chance to be a kid, events like this also allow the family to continue to shed light on Mitochondrial Disease, an inherited genetic condition that affects the parts of the body that need the most energy, such as the heart, brain, muscles and lungs.

“When he first became sick in 2006, we had never heard of this,Ó Terry Cech said. Ò It is something that we can do not only to help us but organizations that are working for a cure by putting a face locally to what they are trying to do.Ó Ò This is a disease that takes the lives of more children then all of the childhood cancers combined,Ó Lisa Cech said. Ò We had the Mighty Matthew events, which is the superhero that he likes to be, and it has helped raise awareness and funds to help find a cure.”

For more information on Mighty Matthew and the battle against Mitochondrial Disease, visit the website mightymatthew.blogspot.com.

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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

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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 DANNEMORA Dannemore United Methodist Church - 86 Clark Street, PO Box 488, Dannemora, NY. Pastors Wendy and Gary Rhodehamel.

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ELLENBURG CENTER United Methodist Church of Ellenburg - 5 Church St., PO 142, Ellenburg Center, NY 12934 Pastor: Gary Rhodenhamel Phone: 518-8919287 Hours: 9am Service, Sunday Worship & Sunday School 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

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Sunday Mass, 10 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request.

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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: 10 a.m.; Weekday Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m. Communion Service: Wednesday 9 a.m.

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Dragoon’s Farm Equipment, Inc.

By Shaun Kittle

shaun@denpubs.com MOOERS Ñ On April 10, DragoonÕ s Farm Equipment, Inc. celebrated its 60th anniversary.

They had door prizes, demos, discounts and served pancakes and sausage to thank the community for its support.

Gary Dragoon, part-owner of DragoonÕ s Farm Equipment, Inc. said a big Ò thank-youÓ was in order to everyone who made the anniversary day a success.

The business began with GaryÕ s grandfather, Floyd Dragoon, who opened the store in 1953.

Floyd tried farming and plumbing, and handed the store over to GaryÕ s father when he decided he wanted to stick with plumbing.

Ownership might have changed hands, but the store, which now employees 20 people, has always been in the Dragoon family.

ItÕ s not just about selling products, though.

Dragoon’s has certified technicians in both farm and lawn and garden equipment, which means they can service everything they sell there. Ò It really separates us from the big box stores, for sure,Ó Gary said. Ò I think we have one of the best service departments around.Ó DragoonÕ s carries both new and used products, and has a full line of equipment for farms, lawn and garden.

Their products include utility vehicles, chain saws, log splitters, mowers, overseeders, tillers and gas grills.

Dragoon’s Farm Equipment, Inc., recently celebrated its 60-year anniversary. Pictured are 19 of its 20 employees. First row: Carl Lavalley, Lee Barcomb, Randy Jarvis, Mark Tousignant; second row: Wayne Dragoon, Herby Rees, Jeff McNeil, Jack Dragoon, Scott Dragoon, Jeff Menard, Jennifer Cowan; third row: Tom Cushing, Chris Bulriss, Tony Cowan, Raymond Phair, Colin Wall, Dan Dragoon, Gary Dragoon, John Gleich. Employee Joe Perreault is missing from the photo.

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statewide $25 million project to expand high-speed internet access in rural New York through the Connect NY Broadband Grant Program is welcome news.

The project includes $2.1 million to provide high-speed, low-cost broadband service to 457 households in the unserved areas of Schroon and North Hudson. The service will be delivered utilizing fiber to the home technology.

Also included is $557,000 for Essex County broadband service expansion. That money will provide high-speed broadband service to households that do not have access in Jay and Wilmington, passing 1,900 homes. The project will also provide digital video services and potentially a competitive telephone service.

Statewide the projects will build approximately 6,000 square miles of new infrastructure and will provide high-speed internet service to 153,000 New York households, 8,000 businesses and 400 community anchor institutions.

While internet use has become the norm, itÕ s still not available in many areas. High-speed service, normally provided through cable companies, typically stops where cable television service ends. That means hundreds of rural areas remain without high-speed internet access.

High-speed internet expansion is crucial for the North Country, which faces the Ò digital divide.Ó The term was coined by sociologists to describe a split in American society between those with access to readily available information and those who do not. Most agree, people without access to the internet are at a disadvantage.

Information and communication technologies are vital in todayÕ s world, just as reading was centuries ago. Internet access can impact education, economic equality, social mobility and a host of other issues. TodayÕ s students need the internet. Most employment applications are now found on line. Facebook, Twitter and other internet social media dominate todayÕ s society.

Internet access also benefits entire communities. It can lead to a healthier democracy through increased public participation in elections and decision making processes. It can also foster economic development and growth.

Bridging the Ò digital divideÓ is necessary in a democratic society, otherwise the United States runs the risk of becoming a nation of Ò havesÓ and Ò have nots.Ó The Connect NY Broadband Grant Program should be lauded for its efforts.

But thereÕ s work to be done. Even after the announcement in March of 18 Connect NY Broadband Grant Program projects, many rural areas will remain without high-speed internet. The state awarded $25 million for internet expansion, but $89 million was requested. That left many North Country communities still lagging. LetÕ s hope the Connect NY Broadband Grant Program continues until all of New York has the internet access it needs.

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nited States politics is one of the the veterans group United Veterans Memoribiggest money businesses in al and Patriotic Association of New Rochelle, the world. In so many ways the the city manger decided he acted in haste channels to gain political and rescinded his previous influence can trump even directive. the largest multi-national But the pettiness didnÕ t corporation. As citizens end there. The New Roof this great nation, we chelle City Council entered would like to think those the fray, overruled the city involved in the business of manager, and voted 5-2 to politics could look beyond have the flag removed. The petty skirmishes, but that, council objected to the flag perhaps, would be expectbecause they said the presiing too much from those dent of the veterans group in control of our governis a member of the Tea ments.

Party and wants to display Dan Alexander Two examples recently the flag to push a politiThoughts from came to light. The first occal agenda. Despite denial Behind the Pressline curred last week when the from the groupÕ s president Senate chose to hold up a city DPW workers were resolution honoring former ordered to confiscate the British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Gadsden. who died on Monday, April 8 at age 87.

The Gadsden flag, sometimes referred to The resolution was scheduled to pass late as the Jack, is steeped in U.S. history back Wednesday prior to being sidelined by Sento the countryÕ s founding days. It has been ate Democrats. used by both the U.S. Marines and Navy Could the reason for the snub be that since 1775 when Commodore Esek Hopkins the former Prime Minister was too closely used the First Navy Jack as a signal to enaligned with Republican President Ronald gage the British in the American Revolution.

Reagan? The purpose of a resolution like this Since the New Rochelle Armory was at one is merely to show respect for and acknowltime a New York Naval Militia Armory and edge a personÕ s contribution. The House of training facility for both the Navy and the Representatives on Tuesday unanimously Marines the flag has sentimental value and passed a resolution honoring Thatcher. The roots in that facility. tribute cited ThatcherÕ s Ò life-long commitYou have to wonder when you hear or ment to advancing freedom, liberty, and deread of events like these if values like respect, mocracy and for her friendship to the United honor, tradition or appreciation of service States.Ó have any basis in the business of big politics The second example of political pettiness today? Surely these folks have more imporis taking place in New Rochelle, where the tant issues to address than the fear of being city council has refused to allow a veterans one upped by a kind gesture to the deceased organization from displaying the Gadsden former Prime Minister or overlooking the “Don’t Tread on Me” flag from the New Roshort lived Tea PartyÕ s perceived association chelle Armory. to a symbol long associated with American It was after an official ceremony at the Ardemocracy and independence. I was always mory, in March, that a new American flag was taught to speak kindly of the dead and have unfurled to replace the previous weathered respect for those whoÕ ve served our country. flag. Under the new flag was the flag known Childish behavior has no place in American as the Gadsden, which is a common tradiPolitics nor in a serious society that seeks to tion at many military sites. Within a week uplift its people and encourage active parthe New Rochelle City Manager ordered the ticipation.

Gadsden removed because of “unidentified complaints” that the flag is a symbol of the Dan Alexander is president and CEO of DenTea Party. But after learning greater detail of ton Publications. He may be reached at dan@ the flag’s origin and lengthy tradition from denpubs.com.

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The continued growth will come from that simple agreement and the willingness to make some changes. When a coupleÕ s relationship is in a group living situation, it becomes less intimate purely by lack of privacy. Time and effort need to be put in by the two of you. Reflect back on how your relationship started and what you like to do together. Plan ahead; seize the time or moments that you do have alone to focus on each other (with no t.v., cell phones or computers to distract you). Intimacy means that certain characteristics of your relationship are solely for the two of you and joking about these or indiscreetly disclosing these details diminishes its value. Tighten up on this.

Once you have set a new course, having a conversation with your roommate may be an awkward, but honest way to keep the good vibe going. It takes a lot of Ò water and sunshineÓ to keep the relationship growing and thriving.

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LOWV membership on the grow To the North Countryman:

It is my pleasure to tell you that our local League of Women Voters was recognized recently by the League of Women Voters of the United States (LWVUS) for significant growth in our membership and our continued commitment to our community and the mission of the League of Women Voters.

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f Earth were an apple, the skin of the apple would be the thickness of our worldÕ s atmosphere. Indeed, we are most fortunate in our distance from the sun: On one side of us, we have the planet Venus which has extremely violent weather patterns with temperatures of 9000 F and 99 percent carbon dioxide; on the other side, we have Mars, a dry planet where temperatures of -800 F are common. Indeed, our planetÕ s placement is most critical and fortunate.

Should We Be Worried?

Should we be worried about our world warming up? My answer is yes! Most of the north polar ice has melted leaving some 90 percent of the ice in the southern glacial Antarctic region. This is resulting in an increased heat and pressure/wind gradient causing unprecedented weather violence. Glacial melting with its added moisture could theoretically raise the water levels to disastrous levels flooding the coastal cities. This would occur especially if AntarcticÕ s west glacial mass were to break off and melt; and, because of all this, it would seem inevitable that the El Nino would also change Ñ a system in itself little understood.

And, this has all happened much faster than history would predict. For example, Ice Ages are roughly correlated to our planetÕ s

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Letters to the Editor In the past year, our membership has grown by well over 20 percent, thanks largely to our membership committee, the candidatesÕ debate presented in cooperation with Mountain Lake PBS, our recent presentation on Campaign Finance Reform, monthly Forums with speakers including Dr. J. W. Wiley, Alice Recore, Dr. Stephen Leveston, and our presentations in Essex and at the Plattsburgh Public Library of the film, GASLAND. Ò We are thrilled to see that the Plattsburgh League of Women Voters is thriving and committed to serving its community,Ó said national president Elisabeth MacNamara. Ò The League is a true grassroots organization. Without strong and devoted Leagues like PlattsburghÕ s, helping to make democracy work in communities across the country, we would not have been able to accom-

plish all that we have over the last 93 years, nor would we be able to continue our mission for years to come.Ó While we appreciate the recognition, we believe that the greatest possible reward is seeing more members of our community actively involved in the issues that are critical to all of us. We know that the more individuals who join the League to become part of our work, the better it is for all of us.

We welcome everyone to visit our website www.plattsburgh. ny/lwvnet.org and watch the local press for news of our next public event on 1 May at Plattsburgh Public Library.

Sally Sears-Mack, President LWV Plattsburgh

Guest Viewpoint changing orbit, tilt, and gyration; global change in temperatures of 2 or 30 F can transform the landscape with a noticeable effect, as suggested above. These changing patterns occur over thousands of years.

The primary cause for this global warming and changing weather is the excess buildup of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere due to emissions from factories, houses, cities, automobiles, ships, planes, etc.etc. Let’s first take a look at some of the Ò solutionsÓ already in place and the arguments for and against.

Solar Power, making use of the heat of the sun, and Wind Power are used to generate heat in the winter and running fans and cooling units in the summer. Solar and wind are fine on an individual level; but, on an industrial level we canÕ t get enough consistent energy to be cost effective.

Because coal and other carbon dioxide producing fuels are used to produce electricity we need to consider non-gaseous solutions, such as nuclear power. However, developing nuclear fission reactors and fusion reactors (still theoretical) is still in its infancy. Nuclear fusion (the power of the sun and stars) would be the better of the two but still has many problems. The major argument against nuclear power is what we do with the radioactive waste until it deteriorates enough to be safe. There are plenty of underground storage possibilities, though quite expensive.

Another interesting observation is the danger in the Northern Rim, which is the total land mass north of the equator with considerably more than in the southern hemisphere. In The North, methane in the form of methane clathrates is locked up in the

permafrost; if the permafrost keeps melting, it will release a gas twenty times more potent than carbon dioxide. Another observation is that, amazing as it seems, cities are considered green because they are relatively efficient. Here we have the convenience of shopping, community contact, cultural events, cost effective transportation such as buses, subways, etcetera, and where we can walk, run, bike, skate, doing our chores Ñ good health benefits here. Indeed, if we had 70 to 80 percent of the world living in cities, we would free some three percent of land, which is about 1,800,000 square miles that could be used to grow crops, breed and graze cattle, develop fish hatcheries, and for forestation and recreation to keep species of wild life from extinction and for the production oxygen essential for life in general. We need sources that are not combustible and not land intensive as solar and wind power. We also need a universal, free thinking, uninhibited public and system of education without mass denial and unjustified prejudices. I cannot overstress education; indeed, the more the better! We must emphasize research in fission and fusion nuclear energy, and look for other possibilities. We must do the same with genetic engineering, which is what nature has been doing with all life forms for some 13.7 billon years, to improve our food and medical crops, develop better strains of food, fertilizers, and pesticides, herbicides, Ñ all things green. It is up to us as individuals and the world governments Ñ Ò to do or die.Ó Douglas (Doug) Peden: Mathematician, theorist, and former Rocket and Nuclear Reactor Design Engineer.

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thom@denpubs.com GLENS FALLS Ñ In a rare visit to the region, state Budget Director Robert Megna told a gathering of civic leaders and citizens about how the newly-approved 2013-14 state budget accomplishes a wide array of goals.

The new budget creates jobs, cuts taxes for middle-class families, boosts the minimum wage, reduces costs for businesses and increases education funding to its highest level ever Ñ yet hikes overall spending less than 2 percent, Megna said.

“Jobs are coming back, confidence is being restored, and as the Governor says, it is now a Ô new New York,Õ Ó Megna said.

An audience of about 80 people from all over Warren County attended MegnaÕ s presentation, and nearly a dozen asked him questions about the spending plan.

Megna noted that the last two budgets, crafted in compromise between Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the state legislature, represented a dramatic rebound from a $10 billion deficit and had put the state back on a track of financial responsibility.

“We’ve put our fiscal house in order — and we’ve right-sized government while showing the nation that New York is open for business,Ó he said.

Taxes reduced, govt. spending cut

Megna said that the dozens of state agencies were held to a zero percent budget increase, state employee salaries were kept stable and employee benefits were re-structured to save taxpayers a substantial sum. Ò We now have the lowest middle-class tax rates in 60 years,Ó he said, adding that families earning from $40,000 to $300,000 annually will be receiving a $350 rebate check this year. Ò In 2012, 4.4 million new Yorkers received a tax cut, and there will be more this year,Ó he continued.

New budget to spur prosperity

The new budget reflects $800 million in business tax cuts, he added. Small businesses, Megna said, will receive income tax exemptions totaling $141 million, and manufacturers will experience a 25 percent reduction Ñ a total of $120 million Ñ in tax cuts, in an effort to prompt corporations to retain and create high-wage jobs.

The Cuomo administrationÕ s programs to boost employment have resulted in 300,000 new jobs since Jan. 2011, he said, adding he was floored by the data indicating that one-fifth of all new private-sector jobs in the U.S. during that time were created in New York State alone.

Hiked minimum wage offset

The stateÕ s pending hike in the minimum wage from $7.25 to $8.50 per hour, he said, wouldnÕ t burden businesses because the increased wages would be substantially offset by a tax credit for hiring teenage students at minimum wage Ñ credits that are predicted to total $163 million statewide. He observed that 48,000 workers in the Capital Region earn less than $9 per hour.

He also said that through reform of unemployment insurance and workersÕ compensation, businesses in New York would save $1.2 billion, without decreasing benefits to workers.

Boost for high-tech innovation

He said that the budget provides for a program to prompt innovation in industry, particularly in high-technology fields

In a public forum held Thursday, April 4, state Budget Director Bob Megna explains how the 2013-14 state budget balances new investments in job growth, education and innovation with tax cuts to families and businesses as well as reform to unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation — moves expected to provide $1.3 billion in savings to taxpayers.

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through establishing Ò innovation hot spotsÓ in academic centers, launching 10 high-technology incubators and establishing tax incentives for business ventures that evolve out of the research and development projects. Ò WeÕ ll be working to keep young entrepreneurs with great ideas here in New York,Ó he said.

Education a budget priority

Boosting education is part of the plan to create new goodpaying jobs, Megna said, noting that the 1013-14 budget calls for increasing state investments in education by $936 million, a hike of 4.7 percent. The Capital Region alone would receive $47 million in additional state aid to education, he added. This aid includes $25 million for all-day pre-kindergarten, $20 million for extended learning time Ñ longer school days or school years; $11 million for rewarding high-performing teachers, and $4 million for early college programs in high schools. The state is to pay 100 percent of the cost of these initiatives, he said.

Funding for those with disabilities

Area resident John Davidson expressed concern about the pending $90 million cut in funding of programs for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities.

Megna replied that services and programs for these individuals would not be effected, because the budget cuts Ñ prompted by reductions of $1.1 billion in federal Medicaid reimbursement Ñ would be offset by cuts in service agency administrative ex-

penses, prosecutions of fraud and elimination of overpayments. Ò The last thing we want to do is disrupt services for this population,Ó he said.

Glens Falls Economic Community Development Director Ed Bartholomew said later he was pleased to hear MegnaÕ s commitment to the programs. Ò ItÕ s good to hear his intent not to reduce funding to the services for these individuals, and hear his pledge to monitor the situation.Ó Bartholomew said he hopes the Cuomo administration goes further in cutting costs for both businesses and residents Ñ particularly by eliminating the utility tax, which received cuts in this budget.

Queensbury board member John Strough, responding to MegnaÕ s comments on utility reform, suggested that the governor look into allowing municipalities to own their streetlights rather than lease them from electric utility corporations Ñ such a move could allow installation of far more efficient lighting, saving taxpayers money while aiding the environment, he said. Megna complimented Strough on his idea.

Bartholomew said he was pleased that Megna, credited by State Sen. Betty Little as a fiscal expert, personally visited Glens Falls to present the budget. Ò He really knows his stuff,Ó Bartholomew said.

Little also praised his expertise. Ò Bob Megna really knows the issues inside and out,Ó she said. Ò ThereÕ s not a question you can ask that can stump him.Ó

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President Timothy Maggio said the group chose the Imaginarium because of the museumÕ s promotion of quality learning and education. Ò By helping fund our blast boredom exhibit campaign, you can provide your children and community with a childrenÕ s museum that will continuously give back to our Plattsburgh area for our quality of life, economy and education,Ó Meschinelli said.

The Imaginarium ChildrenÕ s Museum was founded by community-minded mothers and educators with a strong passion for fostering interactive inquiry and inspiring creativity in children and adults through moments of shared discovery. Ò ItÕ s not just a great value to the students and the kids, itÕ s a great value to the whole family,Ó said Marty Mannix, a Plattsburgh town councilman. Ò Bottom line we have much to celebrate here.Ó The Imaginarium ChildrenÕ s Museum provides shared experiences through interpretative and interactive exhibits such as the science room, a climbing wall and a glow room with a light up table. The exhibits are made for children to touch, climb on, experiment with and learn about while having fun. By exposing adults and children to unfamiliar concepts in a non-threatening, hands-on approach, and ensuring that the museum experience is accessible to those of differing abilities and backgrounds, the childrenÕ s museum creates bridges of understanding. The museum incorporates art, science, math, music, literacy and other exhibits and programs for children to experience new things in a fun and educating way, Meschinelli said. Ò Children are valuable resources, especially in communities where such programs have been reduced or completely eliminated from schools and libraries due to budget constraints,Ó Meschinelli said.

The Imaginarium is a non-for profit organization. Meschinelli said with the help of fundraising the organization can hopefully move to a new location within the city of Plattsburgh or expand the building they currently occupy at 4709 State Route 9. Ò We want to stay in Plattsburgh, this is a facility for people in the city, but we have already outgrown the space we are in,Ó Meschinelli said.

For more information call the Imaginarium at 324-7426 or visit their website at Imaginariumchildrensmuseum.org.

Jennifer Meschinelli, president of the Imaginarium, is pictured with Timothy Maggio, president of Cardinal Public Relations at the Imaginarium Blast Boredom press conference April 10.

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In the past Cardinal Public Relations has directed its energy to helping HannahÕ s Hope Fund, a program that supports Giant Axonal Neuropathy research. Giant Axonal Neuropathy (GAN) is a recessively inherited condition that results in progressive nerve death. Giant Axonal Neuropathy is believed to be caused by a loss of function disorder, meaning an intracellular protein needed for long-term nerve survival either isnÕ t being made, or is being immediately degraded before it can perform its job.

Through the help of Cardinal Public Relations, HannahÕ s Hope was able to win $450,000 in the Pepsi Refresh Contest. Ò Because of the this they now have resources to go to human trials for possible treatments of GAN,Ó Maggio said. Ò If we do find a cure for GAN, it will have started out with Clinton County.Ó Ò Cardinal PR has a vision for the Imaginarium,Ó Maggio said. Ò We see the Imaginarium providing a quality learning environment and we know it can help the economy here and we want to help this non-for-profit.”

For more information about how to apply for help from Cardinal PR, contact future Cardinal PR President Bridgit Kasperski at Bridgit.Kasperski@gmail.com to submit a PR proposal.

“We like them to have specific focus when they present to us so we can see how we can help,Ó said Kasperski.

Members of the Imaginarium board Alicia Roberts Frank, Karen Dispo, Jessica Spiegel, Lindsey Jess, and Jennifer Meschinelli are pictured with members of Cardinal Public Relations, adviser Colleen Lemza, and Tim Maggio, Christina Mount, Charmaine Sawyer, Laura Colon, Alli Dillenbeck, Maggie Edwards, Heather Daniele, Olivia Walker, Mary Kellogg, Rachel Cusick, Victoria Cheng, Bridgit Kasperski, Cara Lee, Lydia Jones, Kristina Scheibner and Natasha Silva.

Hudson Spiegel and his mother Jessica Spiegel play at the Imaginarium’s mock grocery store. At left, Hudson Spiegel makes change at the mock grocery store.

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He then turned the clippers on himself and Danielle.

From page 1 Changes like that have taken some getting used toÑ the familyÕ s life is much different than Ò SheÕ s responded well to the chemotherapy, it was just two months agoÑ but Danielle said and will have a cat scan done in a few weeks, there is a silver lining. and then they will determine if more chemoÒ Malorie says she therapy needs to be now knows what she done,Ó Danielle said. wants to do after high Since most cancer school next year, and cells divide rapidly, that is to be a nurse,Ó chemotherapeutic What: Knights of the Night Talent Show Danielle said. Ò She agents target cells that When: Saturday, April 20 from 7-10 p.m. sees how compassiondivide rapidly.

Where: Seton Catholic Central School, 206 ate they are, especially This can lead to seriNew York Road, Plattsburgh with the kids.Ó ous side effects, since Cost: There is a $5 minimum dontation for ThereÕ s a 90 percent cells in the bone marthis event success rate for Hodgrow, digestive tract and From 7-10. Two sets with refreshments in kinÕ s lymphoma, so hair follicles also divide between. Asking for $5 minimum. everyone, including rapidly, and are thereCan donate money through the school, Malorie, is hopeful. fore targeted, too. too.

She is so hopeful, in MalorieÕ s parents fact, that sheÕ s even set are both supportive, a short-term goal for though, herself.

In an effort to show Malorie that theyÕ re all Ò She wants to be well enough to attend her in it together, her father, Christopher, gave her junior prom on May 11,Ó Danielle said. Ò SheÕ s a buzz cut after she began to lose her hair from never been to one before, and she says sheÕ s gothe chemo tratments. ing to make it.Ó

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NCCCA to hold adult dance class PLATTSBURGH Ñ The North Country Cultural Center for the Arts will offer three adult beginner dance classes taught by local dancer, Danielle Erb. The ongoing classes began April 1. Ô Floor barre/stretch & strengthenÕ concentrates on proper body alignment and muscle strength.

Students focus on stretches and exercises, using the floor as a reference. Classes are on Mondays from 5:30 to 6 p.m. and cost $7 each or $50 for 10 classes.

In Ô Beginning Barre,Õ Erb helps students to learn or revisit the basics of ballet through practice exercises and stretches performed at the barre. Participants will work on proper alignment, balance and technique in this class that is held on Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. The cost is $12 per class or $100 for 10 classes. Ô Beginning BalletÕ teaches basic ballet vocabulary and techniques, such as barre work, center work, travelling steps and combination work. The class will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and costs $12 per class or $100 for 10 classes.

For more information contact Emily Owens, NCCCA Education Coordinator by phone at 5631604 or at education@plattsburgharts.org.

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REARDON Ñ A daughter Addie Jean, was born April 1, 2013, to Marcie Everleth And James Reardon.

REARDON Ñ A daughter Hartlyn Elaine, was born April 1, 2013, to Marcie Everleth and James Reardon.

BIBEAU Ñ A son Aiden Daniel, was born April 1, to Cheyenne Bibeau.

DUPREY Ñ A son Levi Maurice, was born April 2, 2013, to Monica Bushey and Anthony Dubrey.

AUBIN Ñ A daughter Cassandra Kate, was born April 3, 2013, to Kathryn and Andrew Aubin.

GODDEAU Ñ A son Jaydyn Adam, was born April 3, 2013, to Kim Doner and Nathan Goddeau.

BRYANT Ñ A son Jameson Alan-Robert, was born April 4, 2013, to Amanda Jackson and Justin Bryant.

ARTHUR Ñ A daughter Adlee Rae, was born April 4, 2013, to Heather and Joshua Arthur.

STICKEL Ñ A son Coltin Charles, was born April 4, 2013, to Natashia Sequin and Brandon Stickle.

BURTIS Ñ A daughter Ashlynn Marie, was born April 5, 2013, to Mary and Steven Burtis CROSLEY Ñ A son Benjamin Noah-Michael, was born April 5, 2013, to Larissa Deitering and Adam Crosley.

MILLER Ñ A son Noah David, was born April 8, 2013, to Crystal and Michael Miller.

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DRAGON Ñ A daughter Ivy Marie, was born April 8, 2013, to Julie Snyder and Jeremy Dragon.

DASHNAW Ñ A son Thomas Jeffrey, was born April 8, 2013, to Kelli Benjamin and Richard Dashnaw Jr. LUCIANO Ñ A daughter Izzabella Lynne, was born April 9, 2013, to Samantha Graham and Daniel Luciano.

SEXTON Ñ A daughter Cetta Anne, was born April 9, 2013, to Mary and Frank Sexton.

BRANT Ñ A daughter Scarlet Elizabeth, was born April 10, 2013, to Crystal Sayward and Kevin Brant.

GLAUDE Ñ A daughter Madison Elizabeth, was born April 11, 2013, to Amber Schoolcraft and Eric Glaude.

GONYEA Ñ A son Brantley Alan, was born April 11, 2013, to Michelle Gonyea.

BROWN Ñ A daughter Reese Antoinette, was born April 12, 2013, to Erika And William Brown III. CAMPBELL Ñ A daughter Camryn Elizabeth, was born April 12, 2013, to April Pelkey and Paul Campbell.

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Northeastern Clinton Cougars Baseball The Northeastern Clinton varsity boys baseball team will bring an experienced team to the field in 2013, including at the key position on the mound. Ò Expectations are good for this season with eight returning players and three returning pitchers in Marcus LeFebvre, Mason Letourneau and Alex Lamberton,Ó head coach Jerry Davison said. Ò Having depth on the mound really helps with a 15-game schedule in five weeks time,” Davison said. “If we are going to compete for the top spot, we need to make improvements in a few areas, but this team could be fun to watch and successful if they continue to work.Ó Returning players to the Cougars include seniors Lamberton, LeFebvre Jacob Jennett, Kyle McCarthy and Josh Rabideau; along with juniors Letourneau, Reece Tucker and Garrett Begore.

Newcomers to the squad include seniors Kevin Sousa and Chris Juhasz along with juniors Austin Forkey, Tanner Magoon, Aaron Mesick and Brent Stein.

Girls track and field Where the Northeastern Clinton varsity girls track and field team may lack in numbers, they more than make up for in state and Division I level talent. Ò We have three returning players that have been to the New York State Track and Field meet in past years,Ó head coach Ann Lynch said. Ò Senior Mallory Honan, who will be going to UVM on an athletic and academic scholarship, has been to the State Track and Field meet every year since she was in eighth grade.

Last year she placed fifth in 100 hurdles and third in long jump clinching the section record. Ò Senior Celine Bouvier attended in 2011 for high jump and the 4x4 relay,Ó Lynch added. Ò Junior Samantha Smith was also a leg of the 2011 relay and will be a contender in the league this year in the distance events.Ó Lynch said that there will be several other athletes to watch as the 2013 season progresses.

“Other athletes to watch for are Oriana Laflesh in the throwing events and Jessica Cartier in the middle distance runs,Ó Lynch said. “We have some talented newcomers that will be finding their spots in the first few meets of the season.”

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Boys track and field

While the 2012 season was one of rebuilding for the Northeastern Clinton boys varsity track and field team, 2013 brings with it experience in the lanes and on the field. Ò This year we have plenty of seasoned runners that show great promise,Ó head coach Nick Trombley said. Ò Two runners to watch for are Thomas Bedard in the 800 and Rodney Grimshaw in the 400. They both have worked hard thus far in the season and look to break school records. Our team has plenty of throwers, both experienced and new, that have a great deal of talent.Ó Along with Bedard and Grimshaw, the Cougars roster will include Spencer Parsons, Ethan Favreau, Richard Gray, Josh Gero, Matt Nigro, Erich Lutz, Wyatt Rivers, Brian Royea, Timothy Bedard, Mathew Orr, Jon Filion, Tyler Bosley, Jake MacDougal, Ryan Parent, Austin Gonyo, Eli Matton, Anthony Piche, Avery Trombley, Chris Boyse, Colby Provost and Ryan Brink.

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Northeastern Clinton Cougars Schedules NCCS Baseball

Monday, April 15.... at Saranac Lake Wednesday, April 17.... v. Plattsburgh High Friday, April 19.... v. Beekmantown Monday, April 22.... bye

Wednesday, April 24.... v. Moriah Friday, April 26.... at Peru Tuesday, April 30.... v. Ticonderoga Thursday, May 2.... v. Saranac Saturday, May 4.... at Lake Placid Tuesday, May 7.... v. Saranac Lake Wednesday, May 9.... v. Northern Adirondack Saturday, May 11.... at Plattsburgh High Tuesday, May 14.... at AuSable Valley Thursday, May 16.... at Beekmantown Saturday, May 18.... v. Peru Monday, May 20.... at Saranac

Thursday, May 2.... v. Lake Placid Tuesday, May 7.... v. Beekmantown Thursday, May 9.... bye Tuesday, May 14.... at Peru Thursday, May 16.... v. AuSable Valley Monday, May 20.... v. Saranac Saturday, May 25.... Sectionals at PHS Friday, May 31.... State qualifiers at AVCS

NCCS Tennis

Wednesday, April 24.... v. Lake Placid Friday, April 26.... at Saranac Monday, April 29.... v. Peru Wednesday, May 1.... at AuSable Valley Monday, May 6.... at Plattsburgh High Wednesday, May 8.... v. Seton Catholic Monday, May 13.... bye Wednesday, May 15.... at Northern Adirondack Monday, May 20.... at Beekmantown

NCCS Softball

Tuesday, April 16.... v. Saranac Lake Thursday, April 18.... at Plattsburgh High Saturday, April 20.... at Beekmantown Tuesday, April 23.... bye Thursday, April 25.... at Moriah Saturday, April 27.... v. Peru Monday, April 29.... at Ticonderoga Wednesday, May 1.... at Saranac Friday, May 3.... v. Lake Placid Monday, May 6.... at Saranac Lake Wednesday, May 8.... at Northern Adirondack Friday, May 10.... v. Plattsburgh High Monday, May 13.... v. AuSable Valley Wednesday, May 15.... v. Beekmantown Friday, May 17.... at Peru Monday, May 20.... v. Saranac

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Spring 2013 Sports Preview

Chazy Eagles Softball

The Chazy Lady Eagles girls varsity softball team will look to improve on their 4-11 record from a year ago while welcoming several new players to the team. Ò Half of our team is new to varsity,Ó head coach Liz Garrand said. Ò Our field will look very different as players will be in new positions that best suit the teams needs and individual strengths.

Garrand said that she thinks the team has come together well and will continue to improve throughout the year. Ò We have veteran players who are motivated and rookies who are eager to excel,Ó Garrand said. Ò This team is showing its chemistry to be one of its strong points, and we hope to make that show on the field.Ó Returning to the Eagles roster are seniors Megan Reynolds and Michaela Cahoon; juniors Brianna Rotella, Paige Garnot and Amber Polomsky; and sophomore Paige Barcomb.

Newcomers include senior Alexis Guay; sophomores Brittany Nestle, Kallie McGrath, Skyler Thomas and Zina Peete; and eighth graders Bailey Pepper and Taylor Laurin.

Baseball

The Chazy varsity boys baseball team is looking to return to the top of the Class D mountain two years after capturing the sectional title. Ò We return a very experienced team in 2013, which will include five-year varsity starter Nathan Reynolds along with our number one pitcher Kyle Bisonette,Ó head coach Brian Norcross said. Ò We also return veteran infielders Craig Botten, and Hayden Guay. Other returning starters are Jacob Kennedy, Alec LaPierre and Justin Roy. Our goal is to compete for a sectional title in the 2013 season, which we feel is a very realistic goal for our club. We need good quality starts from our pitchers.Ó Norcross said he felt the team will be a threat from each position in the batting order. Ò Our team strength is that we have a solid 1-9 lineup where each spot in the order will

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The Eagles roster includes seniors Reynolds, Bisonette, Botten, Kennedy, Roy, Josh Peete, Justin Brothers and Dustin Miller; juniors Guay, LaPierre, Nick Averill, Dylan Garrow and Dylan Doran; and sophomores Zach Brothers, Josh Barriere and Alex Duprey.

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Saranac Chiefs; NAC Bobcats Schedules Saranac Softball

Saturday, May 4.... v. Saranac Lake Tuesday, May 7.... at AuSable Valley Wednesday, May 9.... at Northeastern Clinton Saturday, May 11.... v. Ticonderoga Tuesday, May 14.... v. Peru Thursday, May 16.... at Moriah Saturday, May 18.... at Lake Placid Monday, May 20.... bye

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NAC Softball

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Saturday, April 20.... Division I Pre-Season at LPCS, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, April 23.... v. Peru Tuesday, April 30.... at Beekmantown Thursday, May 2.... v. EKMW Tuesday, May 7.... at Saranac Lake Thursday, May 9.... at Ticonderoga Monday, May 13.... v. Plattsburgh High Thursday, May 16.... v. Lake Placid Monday, May 20.... at Northeastern Clinton Saturday, May 25.... Sectionals at PHS Friday, May 31.... State qualifiers at AVCS

NAC Tennis

Wednesday, April 24.... at AuSable Valley Friday, April 26.... v. Seton Catholic Monday, April 29.... bye Wednesday, May 1.... at Plattsburgh High Monday, May 6.... v. Peru Wednesday, May 8.... v. Beekmantown Monday, May 13.... at Saranac Wednesday, May 15.... v. Northeastern Clinton Monday, May 20.... v. Lake Placid

Saranac Tennis

Wednesday, April 24.... at Peru Friday, April 26.... v. Northeastern Clinton Monday, April 29.... at Seton Catholic Wednesday, May 1.... bye Monday, May 6.... at Beekmantown Wednesday, May 8.... v. Lake Placid Monday, May 13.... v. Northern Adirondack Wednesday, May 15.... at AuSable Valley Monday, May 20.... v. Plattsburgh High

Saranac Baseball

Monday, April 15.... v. Peru Wednesday, April 17.... at Beekmantown Friday, April 19.... v. Saranac Lake Monday, April 22.... at Northern Adirondack Tuesday, April 23.... v. AuSable Valley Friday, April 26.... v. Plattsburgh High Tuesday, April 30.... bye Thursday, May 2.... at Northeastern Clinton Saturday, May 4.... at Moriah Tuesday, May 7.... at Peru Wednesday, May 9.... v. Ticonderoga Saturday, May 11.... v. Beekmantown Tuesday, May 14.... at Lake Placid Thursday, May 16.... at Saranac Lake Saturday, May 18.... at Plattsburgh High Monday, May 20.... v. Northeastern Clinton

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PLATTSBURGH — Plattsburgh Public Library April Book Sale, 19 Oak Street, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Disability Self Advocacy Support Group, North Country Center for Independence, 102 Sharron Ave, noon. 563-9058.

KEENE — Spring Fling Square Dance, Keene Central School, 33 Market Street, suggested donation for dinner $6 per person; $20 per family, music and Dancing: $5 per person; students free, dinner 6 - 7 p.m. Music and Square Dancing 7-9 p.m. 576-4256, eastbranchfriendsofthearts@gmail.com SARANAC LAKE — Runaway Home will perform at BluSeed Studios, 24 Cedar Street, 7:30pm. $12 or $15 Non-members 891-3799.

LAKE PLACID — Burlington Taiko concert event, Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex, 17 Algonquin, 8 p.m. 5232512. $16-$12.

LAKE PLACID — Spring Street will perform, Delta Blue, 2520 Main Street, 9 p.m.-midnight.

PLATTSBURGH — Giovanina Bucci will perform at Irises, 24 City Hall Place, 9p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Mister F with Lucid will perform, Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

PLATTSBURGH — Bad Kittie to perform, Olive Ridleys, 37 Court Street, 10 p.m. $3-$5.

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WEST CHAZY — Plattsburgh Roller Derby Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser, Conroy’s Organics, 8173 U.S. 9, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $5. 562-2333. www.plattsburghrollerderby.com.

PLATTSBURGH — Plattsburgh Public Library April Book Sale, 19 Oak Street, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

LAKE PLACID — Lake Placid Middle School Builder’s Club will sponsor the Sixth Annual - Plunge for the Cause, Mirror Lake beach, 11:30 a.m. for registration, Plunge at noon.

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Carousel will hold First Annual: Mommy and Me Spring Garden Tea, 2 Depot Street, noon-2p.m. $18/ 1 adult and 1 child, each additional child $5. 891-9521.

MOOERS FORKS — All You Can Eat Chicken & Biscuits, St. Ann’s Church Hall, 3062 Route 11, 4 – 7 p.m.

PERU — “ALL YOU CAN EAT” spaghetti, salad, Italian bread and dessert, St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273, 4:30-6:30 p.m. $7.50 per person, $3.50 for kids.

WILLSBORO — Westport Central School will host a four person team 9 Pin Bowling Tournament to support School’s Wall of Distinction, Willsborough Bowling Center, 3922 Route 22, 3 - 6 p.m. (if needed) to support. $25 per player or $100 per team, 962-8244.

MOOERS — All-You-Can-Eat Chicken & Biscuits, St. Ann’s Church Hall, 3062 Route 11, $9, kids $5. 4-7 p.m. 236-6118.

SARANAC LAKE — Scottish Ceilidh Celebration, Will Rogers, Will Rogers Drive, 7 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 8912165.

PLATTSBURGH — Bad Kittie to perform, Olive Ridleys, 37 Court Street, 10 p.m. $3-$5.

PLATTSBURGH — Sinecure will perform, Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

Sunday, April 21

PAUL SMITHS — Holy Shiitake Mushroom Cultivation Workshop, The Paul Smith’s College VIC, 8023 State Route 30, 9 a.m. -4 p.m. 327-6241.

LYON MOUNTAIN — Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Rodney Collins Family & Friends, Lyon Mountain American Legion, 3958 State Route 374, noon- 5 p.m. 425-0128.

LAKE PLACID — The Philadelphia Orchestra’s Live in HD presentation of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring, Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex, 17 Algonquin, 2 p.m. $16-$10. 523-2512.

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

Monday, April 22

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

KEENE — Free osteoporosis classes, Keene Community Center, Church Street, 11:30 a.m. 546-3565.

PLATTSBURGH — Yoga and Meditation, North Country Center for Independence, 102 Sharron Ave, noon. 563-9058.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Turbo Kickboxing with Kye, Parish Hall, 7582 Court Street, 5 p.m. $7.

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

PAUL SMITHS — Astronomy Night, The Paul Smith’s College VIC, 8023 State Route 30, 7 p.m. 327-6241.

Tuesday, April 23

UPPER JAY — World Book Night celebration offering free books, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 New York 9N, noon-5 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Trivia Night, Geoffrey’s Pub, 5453 Peru Street, 7-9 p.m. 561-3091.

LAKE PLACID — African Dance Classes with Soma Beats Every Tuesday through May 28, Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex, 17 Algonquin Drive, 7:30 - 8:30p.m. $8.

Wednesday, April 24 WILLSBORO — Free osteoporosis classes, Willsboro Congregational Church, NY Route 22, 10:30 a.m. 546-3565.

ELIZABETHTOWN — ZUMBA class with Kye, Parish Hall, 7582 Court Street, 5 p.m. $5.

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

WADHAMS — Ted Cornell presents “What’s New at the Art Farm,” Wadhams Free Library, 763 New York 22, 7:30 p.m. 9628717, wadhamsfreelibrary.org.

PLATTSBURGH — Completely Stranded Comedy Troupe, Olive Ridleys, 37 Court Street, 8 p.m. 324-2200.

LAKE PLACID — Open Mic Blues Jam, Delta Blue, 2520 Main Street, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. 523-3106.

PLATTSBURGH — Open Mic Night at the Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

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Thursday, April 25

ELIZABETHTOWN — Elizabethtown Parent-Child Play Group free and open to parents and caregivers and their children birth to 5 years of age, Families First, 196 Water Street, 10a.m.-noon.

SARANAC LAKE — “Visual Notes; in Conversation with the Champ,” presented by Gary Casagrain, Cantwell Community Room at the Saranac Lake Free Library, 109 Main Street, noon.

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SARANAC LAKE — HUD mortgage management workshop, Saranac Lake Free Library, 109 Main Street, 7 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Karaoke, Olive Ridleys, 37 Court Street, 8 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Jay LeSage will perform at Irises, 24 City Hall Place, 9p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Plattsburgh Reggae Thursday with The Snacks at the Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

Friday, April 26

PLATTSBURGH — Disability Self Advocacy Support Group, North Country Center for Independence, 102 Sharron Ave, noon. 563-9058.

LAKE PLACID —Microsoft Operating System 8 computer class, Lake Placid Public Library, 2471 Main Street, 10 a.m.noon. 523-3200.

LAKE PLACID —How to borrow library ebooks and buy ebooks computer class, Lake Placid Public Library, 2471 Main Street, 12:30-2:30 p.m. 523-3200.

LAKE PLACID — Lost Dog will perform, Delta Blue, 2520 Main Street, 9 p.m.-midnight.

PLATTSBURGH —Zip City Blues will perform at Irises, 24 City Hall Place, 9p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Maaze will perform, Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

Saturday, April 27

PLATTSBURGH — Autism Awareness Walk and festivities including children’s activities, raffles, a bake sale and resources, US Oval, 52 U.S. Oval, Registration begins at 10 am, walk at 11a.m. www.aaneny.org SARANAC LAKE — Third Annual Daffest Derby, on the corner of Main St and LaPan Highway, 11 a.m. $20 registration fee. 891-8109.

LAKE PLACID — The Met: Live in HD Series: Handel’s Giulio Cesare, Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex, 17 Algonquin, noon. 523-2512. $18-$12.

PLATTSBURGH — Earth Day Film Showings with Last Picture Show Man, Newman College Center, 90 Broad Street, 7:15 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Jeff Rendinaro & Guest will perform at Irises, 24 City Hall Place, 9p.m.

LAKE PLACID — Back Porch Society will perform, Delta Blue, 2520 Main Street, 9 p.m.-midnight.

PLATTSBURGH — Formula 5 will perform, Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

SARANAC LAKE — Aqueous will perform, The Waterhole, 48 Main Street, 9 p.m. 891-9502

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PERU — 4th Sunday $5 Breakfast, Peru Memorial VFW & Ladies Auxiliary, 710 Pleasant Street, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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

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

KEENE — Free osteoporosis classes, Keene Community Center, Church Street, 11:30 a.m. 546-3565.

PLATTSBURGH — Yoga and Meditation, North Country Center for Independence, 102 Sharron Ave, noon. 563-9058.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Turbo Kickboxing with Kye, Parish Hall, 7582 Court Street, 5 p.m. $7.

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

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PLATTSBURGH — Trivia Night, Geoffrey’s Pub, 5453 Peru Street, 7-9 p.m. 561-3091.

LAKE PLACID — African Dance Classes with Soma Beats Every Tuesday through May 28, Lake Placid Center for the Arts Annex, 17 Algonquin Drive, 7:30 - 8:30p.m. $8.

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

ELIZABETHTOWN — ZUMBA class with Kye, Parish Hall, 7582 Court Street, 5 p.m. $5.

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

WILMINGTON — Wilmington Historical Society to meet, Wilmington Community Center, 7 Community Center Circle, 7 p.m. 420-8370.

LAKE PLACID — Open Mic Blues Jam, Delta Blue, 2520 Main Street, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. 523-3106.

PLATTSBURGH — Open Mic Night at the Monopole, 7 Protection Ave. 10 p.m. 563-2222.

Thursday, May 2

ELIZABETHTOWN — Elizabethtown Parent-Child Play Group free and open to parents and caregivers and their children birth to 5 years of age, Families First, 196 Water Street, 10 a.m.-noon.

UPPER JAY — Board of Trustees Meeting, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 New York 9N, 7-8 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — Karaoke, Olive Ridleys, 37 Court Street, 8 p.m.

Friday, May 3

PLATTSBURGH — Disability Self Advocacy Support Group, North Country Center for Independence, 102 Sharron Ave, noon. 563-9058.

SARANAC LAKE — CD release party for ADK singer & songwriter Dan Berggren’s new album, “Tongues in Trees,” BluSeed Studios, 24 Cedar Street, 7:30 p.m. $10. 891-3799.

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pring is here and the woodstoves will be going into the summer mode. They will be shut down and cleaned out, semi-retired for the season. Wood ash will be shoveled out and put into ash buckets and dumped over the bank, along with the winterÕ s worth of cleanings, probably 5 to 10 buckets worth.

Whoa, letÕ s backtrack in time, and reevaluate what we have here. Wood ash is not a waste product. Wood ash is a valuable natural resource, from a renewable resource Ñ trees! This so called waste product has many uses.

First let’s look at where it came from, and then we will figBy Rich Redman ure out where it should go.

A tree starts out as a seedling, and then grows to a sapling, then to a small tree or pole timber, then to a saw log, and finally to old age, unless Mr. Stihl or Mr. Husqvarna decide to intervene, and turn the tree into a log for boards or for fire wood. Culling out damaged, diseased or inferior species of trees for firewood or other wood products are sound forestry and silvicultural practices and should be encouraged, not frowned upon. Try to leave a few dead trees per acre for cavity nesting birds.

As a tree grows, the nutrients and water in the soil are taken in by the root hairs and transported throughout the tree. Nutrients and minerals such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, and other trace minerals are taken in through the roots, which also support the tree. Much of what is taken up depends on what is in the soil. Rich soils versus nutrient poor soils make a difference in the quality of the tree, type of tree and nutrients in the tree. Some trees like aspen (popple) are higher in calcium, while others have different ratios of minerals in them.

OK, we have looked at the roots. Now, what about the leaves? The leaves are involved in the greatest wonder of the ecological world; photosynthesis. This stuff is very cool. Without this process, there would be no vegetation on earth. We would not exist. The earth would be a dead rock floating around in space. (Some scientists will call me out on this and say there would be some slime mold or something weird like that that would grow, but hey, IÕ m trying to keep it simple). Photosynthesis is the process where solar energy is converted to chemical energy. Carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight are used to produce glucose, oxygen and water. The chemical reaction is 6CO two, 12H two O plus sunlight ---converts to C two H twelve O six and 6 O two and 6H two O. Which means carbon dioxide and water plus sunlight converts in the leaf to glucose (sugar) with oxygen and water given off. Solar energy is being converted to chemical energy.

The minerals and nutrients along with the glucose and water combined with the biological process of cell division and all the other wonders of growth make a tree, shrub, flower, alfalfa, green bean, corn plant and grass plant that feeds wildlife, dairy cows and grass-fed beef. This stuff is the real deal, not science fiction.

So, you had your dry firewood (clean wood, no paint or wood preservatives) stacked up.

You’ve handled it 3, 4 or 5 times now and it’s finally made it to the stove. The final heating cycle you get from the wood is when you burn it. Now you ask, what is the burning process?

Living things are made of oxygen, carbon and hydrogen along with all the minerals that we got from the roots and the glucose from the leaves. When wood gets hot it, the chemical bonds of the cells and structure of the wood start breaking down and they releases gases; hydrogen is one of them. This process is called pyrolysis. The released gases, burn due to the addition of oxygen from the air. Parts of the wood like sap and resins have greater deposits of glucose which is a volatile compound, making it very flammable. The carbon and minerals are resistant to burning. ThatÕ s what your ash is composed of, the left over products of combustion that didnÕ t burn, carbon (charcoal) and minerals, which added together we call ASH. Depending upon the temperature in the woodstove, more or less of the carbon compounds get burned off. The high temperatures due to increased oxygen, burn off more carbon leaving only minerals. Now you know what ash is! So what do you do with it?

Ash is used as a soil amendment to increase the pH of the soil. You can add all of those minerals that the roots took in over the years and spread them around the yard for growing grass, trees, and in your garden. Check out gardening books and see what the pH should be for the plants you are growing. You donÕ t want to try growing acid loving plants like blueberries in neutral, alkaline soils. Most of the recommendations IÕ ve seen, say about 10 pounds of ash per 1,000 square feet to start with. Ash has potassium and potash in it, but no nitrogen, which is burned off.

Common sense says; make sure the fire in the coals and ash is completely out before you use it. Sadly, common sense doesn’t prevail anymore so I must resay it. Make sure the fire is completely out before you use it. As a firefighter I don’t really want to make another house call at 3 a.m. Been there, done it! Stay up wind when you spread the ash, you donÕ t want to breathe it in.

Wood ash is used instead of salt on the walkways and driveways to add traction during icy weather. You can use it for traction in the barn. Mix it in with manure when you spread to add minerals to the soil and it can be sprinkled on plants as an insect repellent. Mixed in with compost you get excellent nutrient rich fertilizer to spread around all those apple trees you released and pruned during the winter. Spread wood ash out on that new food plot seeding you did during the frost thaw period. Feed the plants, feed the wildlife! Over the years wood ash has also been used to make soap, and as a mild abrasive for polishing metals. And you thought it was just something to dump over the bank. This is simple recycling of nutrients. We are all part of natureÕ s circle of life. Our food comes from the earth.

I also have my thoughts about spreading it on stream-banks and ponds to slowly dissolve in the water to help in pH and add minerals for bugs, which feed fish of course. I can’t advise you to do this due to NYS DEC regulations. A permit may be required. Ash may be considered a waste product. So don’t do it without checking with DEC first. You are on your own on this one.

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Rich Redman is a retired District Conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and an avid outdoorsman. His column will appear regularly. He may be reached at rangeric@ nycap.rr.com.

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FIREWOOD FIREWOOD GREEN Hardwood Cut, Split & Delivered. Call for pricing. 518-593-3263

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 BUS TICKETS 20-Essex County Bus Monday-Friday 8:25am from Ausable Forks to Jay, Wilmington & Lake Placid. Return 3:50pm Lake Placid to Wilmington, Jay & Ausable Forks. $30. 518-335-6904 CLARINET, VIOLIN, FLUTE, TRUMPET, Amplifier, Fender Guitar $75 each. Upright Bass, Cello, Saxophone, French Horn, Drums $189 each. Others 4-sale 1-516377-7907

LEGALS North Countryman Legal Deadline Monday @ 3:00pm Please Send Legals

By EMAIL To: legals@denpubs.com

B O R D E R BOUTIQUE, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 3/1/13. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 206, Rouses Point, NY 12979.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Principal business location: 117 Lake St., Rouses Point, NY 12979.

GAS STOVE Avalon Cedar EF 31,000 btu stove with blower and gold accents $950.00 518-523-2066 HALF PRICE INSULATION most thickness, up to 3", 4x8 sheets High R Blue Dow. Please call 518 -597-3876.

NEW STROLLER asking $50. Call Darlene at 518-742-9658.

ATTEND COLLEGE Online from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality.

Job placement assistance. Computer and Financial Aid if qualified.

SCHEV authorized. Call 888-2018657 www.CenturaOnline.com

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CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-8645784

SAVE ON Cable TV -Internet-Digital Phone-Satellite. You`ve Got A Choice! Options from ALL major service providers. Call us to learn more! CALL Today. 1-800-6820802

CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/Trucks Wanted. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800-864-5960 CASH PAID- UP TO $28/BOX for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. BEST PRICES! Call 1-888-776-7771. www.Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com

RANCH MINK Coat, Black, size 12, seldom worn.

A 1 condition. New $2000 Asking $700 OBO. 518-335-3687

DIRECTV OFFICIAL TV Deal America's top satellite provider!

DIRECTV Plans starting at $29.99/ mo for 12 months after instant rebate. Get the best in entertainment. 800-965-1051

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997.00MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship.

FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1800-578-1363 Ext. 300N

DIRECTV, INTERNET, & Phone From $69.99/mo + Free 3 Months: HBO® Starz® SHOWTIME® CINEMAX®+ FREE GENIE 4 Room Upgrade + NFL SUNDAY TICKET! Limited offer. Call Now 888-2485961

SAWMILLS: SAWMILLS from only $3997.00- MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship.

FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1800-578-1363 Ext.300N

DISH NETWORK. Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available.)

SAVE! Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 1- 800-3091452

TWO TOOL BOXES full of Snapon Craftsman Tools $3000 Call 518-728-7978 or Email pparksfamily@gmail.com

FINISH HIGH School at home in a few weeks. First Coast Academy, 1 -800-658-1180 x130. www.fcahighschool.org

WELL PUMP Gould, 1 HP, 4 months old, $500.00. 518-5760012

GET A FREE VACATION as well as IRS tax deduction BY DONATING your vehicle, boat, property, collectibles to DVAR. Help teens in crisis. Call: 1-800-338-6724

WOLFF SUNVISION Pro 28 LE Tanning Bed, very good condition, $1000. 518-359-7650

GENERAL ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality.

Job placement assistance. Computer and Financial Aid if qualified.

SCHEV authorized. Call 888-2018657 www.CenturaOnline.com AIRLINE CAREERS begin here Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM (888) 686-1704 AIRLINE CAREERS begin here Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM (866)453-6204 ARE YOU TAKING VIAGRA 100mg and CIALIS 20mg? 40 Pills + 4/ FREE only $99. #1 Male Enhancement, Discreet Shipping. Save $500! Buy The Blue Pill! 1-800213-6202 ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available.

SCHEV authorized. Call 800-5100784 www.CenturaOnline.com ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality.

Job placement assistance. Computer and Financial Aid if qualified.

SCHEV Authorized 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com

NCM-3/16-4/20/136TC-40855 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF CADABRA, LLC (PURSUANT TO SECTION 203 OF THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Organization of Cadabra, LLC (the ìCompanyî) were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York on February 26, 2013.

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 Clin-

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HIGHSPEED INTERNET EVERYWHERE By Satellite! Speeds up to 12mbps! (200x faster than dialup.) Starting at $49.95/mo. CALL NOW & GO FAST! 1-800-3570727 MEDIUM BUILD WHITE Female would like to meet good family man, 29 to 60, with morrales and family values, who would not mind relocating to another State, Love to escape to the mountains and I am a singer. I plan on leaving the State in August or September. Love to hear from you!! Call Joyce at 518-493-6441

THE OCEAN CORP. 10840 Rockley Road, Houston, Texas 77099.

Train for a New Career. *Underwater Welder. Commercial Diver. *NDT/Weld Inspector. Job Placement Assistance. Financial Aid available for those who qualify. 1 -800-321-0298.

GUNS & AMMO DALTON HILL GUNSHOP Rifles, and Hand Guns. Most Popular Brands in stock. Marlin, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Savage, Remington Mossberg. Call after 4:00pm. Moriah Center 518-5468257

HEALTH DO YOU TAKE VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg? 40 Pills + 4/ FREE only $99. #1 Male Enhancement, Discreet Shipping. Save $500! The Blue Pill! Now 1-888796-8870 EYE CARE FOR THE ADIRONDACKS Plattsburgh:566-2020 Saranac Lake: 891-2412 Malone:483-0065 http://www.eyecareadk.com GANIENKEH WHOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER 3083 Rand Hill Rd., Altona, NY 493-6300 MEDICAL ALERT FOR SENIORS 24/7 monitoring. FREE Equipment.

FREE Shipping.Nationwide Service. $29.95/Month. CALL Medical Guardian Today. 1-888-905-4710 RICHARD L. FOREMAN DMD GENERAL FAMILY DENTISTRY 78 Champlain Street (Route 11) Rouses Point, NY 12979 297-8110 TAKE VIAGRA/CIALIS? 40 100mg/20MG Pills + 4 FREE only $99. Save $500! 1-888-7968878

LOST & FOUND

MEET SINGLES NOW! No paid operators, just people like you.

Browse greetings, exchange messages, connect live. FREE trial. Call 1-877-737-9447 MEET SINGLES right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now 1-888909-9905 ORCHARD SIDE RESTAURANT Chazy, NY (across from Chazy Orchards) 846-8855 PAPA JOHN’S 1038 Route 11., Champlain, NY 298-3865 PROMOTIONAL PRICES start at $19.99 a month for DISH. Call Today 800-291-6073 and ask about Next Day Installation.

REVERSE MORTGAGES -NO mortgage payments FOREVER! Seniors 62+! Government insured.

No credit/income requirements.

Free 28 pg. catalog. 1-888-660 3033 All Island Mortgage

ton, State of New York, with offices located at 22 Cornelia Street, Apt. #101, Plattsburgh, New York 12901. 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: 206 West Bay Plaza, Plattsburgh, New York 12901.

NCM-3/16-4/20/136TC-40850 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF BRENNAN PROPERTIES LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/4/13.

Office location: Clinton County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 7 Pine Brook Drive, Morrisonville, NY 12692. Purpose: any lawful activity.

NCM-3/30-5/4/136TC-41268 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY C O M P A N Y : N O R T H S T A R PRIVATE CAPITAL LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/19/2013 Office location: Clinton County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be

FENCING ALL types wood, chain link, vinyl, wrot iron, picket, gates, posts, kennels, C&C or installed, free est., reas., delv 4825597, Rmvd2000@aol.com

LAKE SALE: 6 ACRES COAN LAKE, $24,900. 8 Acres house, Bass Ponds, $99,900. 5 Acres lake access $18,900. www.LandFirstNY.com 1-888-683 -2626

MUSIC

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

**OLD GUITARS WANTED!** Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker. Prairie State, D'Angelico, Stromberg, and Gibson Mandolins/Banjos. 1920's thru 1980's.

TOP CASH PAID! 1-800-401-0440

AUCTIONS: LOTS Online Only Real Estate Auction - Oceanfront Lot in Holden Beach & 17+/- Acre Waterfront Tract in Hertford, NC. Direct ICW Access, Selling Regardless of Price in Excess or $399,000 on the Day of the Auction, 4/29 at 8am to 5/9 at 3pm, Iron Horse Auction Co., Inc. 800-997-2248.

NCAL3936. www.ironhorseauction.com

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

By Appointment. Lic-Bonded.

SINGLE-FAMILY HOME

CASH PAID- up to $28/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAY PAYMENT. 1-800371-1136 WANTED ALL MOTORCYCLES, before 1980, Running or not. $Top CASH$ PAID! 1-315-5698094 WANTED: A DIABETIC NEEDS YOUR TEST STRIPS: Any Brand.

Unexpired & Unopened. Will Beat Any Fair Price. FAST Payment!

CASH Paid. Call Doug (877)7105620 or (716)708-4512. diabeticte ststrips4cash@gmail.com 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

ACCESSORIES

ALTONA, NY 3 BR/2 BA, Single Family Home, bulit in 1994, Perfect entertainment home, peaceful country setting 15 minutes from Plattsburgh. Large deck, 28' pool, patio with built in gas grill, 2 car garage with workshop. A MUST SEE $105,000 518-570-0896 MORRISONVILLE 4 BR/2.5 BA, Single Family Home, 1,920 square feet, bulit in 1998, Colonial Cape, attached 2 car garage, gas fireplace, finished basement, large fenced in backyard with above ground swimming pool on corner lot. Located in Morrisonville in the Saranac School District.

Great Family Neighborhood. $229,500 Call 518 -726-0828 Dfirenut@gmail.com

BARREL RACING SADDEL, 15" seat, dk. oil finish, great condition, includes headstall & breastplate, pad, all for $500. "Imperial" brand made by Circle "Y". Great for teenager or med. woman getting into gaming. Call 9am-9pm 802-524-6275.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR RENT Elizabethtown, 4 Room office with bathroom and closet, reception area, in-floor heat, fire place, off street parking, . Near County Government Center. $700. per month, utilities included. 518578-7916

MOBILE HOME

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 OUT OF STATE REAL ESTATE Sebastian, Florida Affordable custom factory constructed homes $45,900+, Friendly community, No Real Estate or State Income Taxes, minutes to Atlantic Ocean. 772581-0080, www.beach-cove.com.

Limited seasonal rentals

VACATION PROPERTY LOST WHITE LAB WITH BLACK COLLAR WHITE WRITING MISSING FROM KEESEVILLE CHESTERFIELD AREA ON 3/29/ 13. ANSWERS TO HUCK. HAS MEDICAL CONDITION, NEEDS SHOTS AND SPECIAL FOOD. REWARD OFFERED FOR SAFE RETURN. 518-834-5246/518-569-0512

LAWN & GARDEN 2003 22 HP 50" Mower w/ Snow Blower attachment and cab - Sears $2500.00 OBO. 518-891-6791 BRUSH HOG Model EFM600. Used 1 year, like new. Finish mower. 518-570-8837 $1,000

served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 1 Lincoln Boulevard, Rouses Point, NY 12979 Purpose: Any lawful activity NCM-3/30-5/4/136TC-20118 ----------------------------K&M DISCOUNT LIQUOR & WINE, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION of a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC): DATE OF FORMATION: The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on March 29, 2013.

NEW YORK OFFICE LOCATION: Clinton County.

AGENT FOR PROCESS: The Secretary of State is designated as Agent upon

FURNISHED PARK Model with attached room, Voyager Resort, Tucson, Arizona #6-256. Prime corner lot with 3 fruit trees, and a 1995 Buick Roadmaster. Go to www.forsalebyowner for pictures and details.

Ad Listing #23927596. $23,950. Call Karen Armstrong 518-563-5008 or 518 -569-9694.

LAND BUILDING LOTS for Sale in Town of Moriah Starting at $22,500 Call 518-572-3825 for more info

whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC to 314 Margaret Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.

PURPOSE: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

NCM-4/13-5/18/20136TC-20158 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF UPSTATE DISTRIBUTION SERVICES LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec'y of State (SSNY) 1/29/13.

Office location: Clinton County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Necole Sass, 1623 State Rte. 11, Champlain, NY 12919. Pur-

CROWN POINT 1 BR/1 BA, WATERFRONT cottage on Lake Champlain w/ dock and beach! csegard4346@yahoo.com or 518 -576-4346 ELIZABETHTOWN COTTAGE 1bedroom, 1 bath Available for short term rental. Full Kitchen Sleeps 4. Call for availability and rates. 518-873-1011 BUY-SELL-TRADE With The Classified Superstore 1-800-989-4237

pose: any lawful activities.

NCM-4/13-5/18/136TC-20174 ----------------------------A & B RENTAL PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION of a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC): DATE OF FORMATION: The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on April 3, 2013.

NEW YORK OFFICE LOCATION: Clinton County.

AGENT FOR PROCESS: The Secretary of State is designated as Agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC to

1469 Cumberland Head Rd., Apt 1, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.

PURPOSE: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

NCM-4/13-5/18/136TC-20180 ----------------------------4 SEASONS P R O P E R T Y MAINTENANCE GROUP LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 3/25/13. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 98 McClane Way, Morrisonville, NY 12962, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NCM-4/20-5/25/136TC-49198 -----------------------------

BILL’S BODY SHOP 390 Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh, NY 643-8591 TIRES FOR SALE Michelin (4) Brand New Still in Wrap, 225/ 60R18 PRIMACY MXV4 $600.

Grand Touring - All Season-Blackwall. 518-569-1681

AUTO DONATION

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

GARAGE SALE!!

One Person's Trash Is Another Person's Treasure.

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

Call Toll Free: 1-888-416-2330 CASH FOR CARS AND TRUCKS. Get A Top Dollar INSTANT Offer!

Running or Not! 1-888-416-2208 (888) 416-2208 TOP CASH FOR CARS, Any Car/ Truck, Running or Not. Call for INSTANT offer: 1-800-454-6951

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GARAGE SALE! GARAGE SALE! 3 WEEKS FOR

$15

DONATE A CAR - HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/week.

Nonrunners OK. Tax Deductible.

Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 1-800-578-0408

AUTO WANTED

2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 Z71 CREW CAB (LOADED) 4X4, Silver, 78,500 mi, Elizabethtown, NY $12,000 (518) 572-3792

MY PUBLIC NOTICES Now Available at... www.denpubs.com

PUBLIC

ACCESSORIES

WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1 -500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3 -400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com

2000 RANGER 2000 Ranger XLT 4x4 Super Cab, camper top, liner, tonneau cover, 6 cyl., auto, AC, stereo, 130K, Asking $3595. 518-576-9042

NOTICES•

LOST CAT Cadyville, NY Missing Since 3/28.

Fixed Male, name is Orange. He is an orange tiger with white markings on paws, face, and belly. If found, Please call 518-2931030

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

TRUCKS

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1999 HONDA REBEL good condition, Red/Black, 6500 miles. Asking $1695 OBO. Call after 3pm 518-962-2376

2000 24’ LAYTON Sleeps 6, very clean, excellent condition, must see, $6700 OBO. 518-643-9391

•MY

VACATION RENTALS OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks.

Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Real Estate. 1-800-6382102.

Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

www.northcountryman.com

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(ONLY $5 PER WEEK) 4 LINES ADD ANOTHER ZONE FOR ONLY $9.00

Personal Classified Ads Only - No Commercial Accounts. One Item Per Ad - Ad Must Include Price. Ad Must Be Prepaid Cancellations Accepted At Any Time, No Refund After Ad Is Placed. * 4 Lines is approximately 15 words

Adirondacks South - Times of Ti, Adirondack Journal, News Enterprise Adirondacks North - North Countryman, Valley News, Tri-Lakes Valley News, The Burgh Vermont - Addison Eagle Capital p District - Spotlight Newspapers Central New York - Eagle Newspapers

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

BOATS 1977 156 GLASTRON Boat with 70 HP Johnson motor, with trailer, excellent condition. $2500. 518-359-8605

Add a Picture for $5.00

Add a Border for $2.50

Add Shading for $3.00

Add a Graphic for $2.00

Deadline: D ead dline: F Friday riiday att 4 4pm pm

Mail to: The Classified Superstore - P.O. Box 338, Elizabethtown, NY 12932 FFax: 518-873-6360 • Phone: 518-873-6368 • Email: adirondacksnorth@theclassifiedsuperstore.com

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2007 STINGRAY BOAT 25' Stingray Criuser, only 29 hours, LIKE NEW, sleeps 4, has bathroom, microwave, fridge, table, includes trailer, stored inside every winter. (518) 570-0896 $49,000

All Ads will appear on our classified network site at NO ADDITIONAL COST!

BOAT FOR SALE 1984 Cobia 17' bowrider, 115HP Evenrude outboard (newer), 2002 Karavan trailer, runs but needs some work. $1,500. 518-576-4255 BOAT LIFT model# 1501, sits on the bottom of the lake. Make an Offer. 518-891-2767 Leave Message on Mail Box 1.

North Country Telephone Exchange Directory (518) 236.............Altona/Mooers 251.................North Creek 293.......................Saranac 297...............Rouses Point 298...................Champlain 327.................Paul Smiths 352..............Blue Mt. Lake 358...............Ft. Covington 359................Tupper Lake 483........................Malone 492.................Dannemora 493.................West Chazy 494................Chestertown 497.................Chateaugay 499.....................Whitehall 523..................Lake Placid 529...........................Moria 532..............Schroon Lake 543..........................Hague 546.......Port Henry/Moriah 547........................Putnam 561-566...........Plattsburgh 576....Keene/Keene Valley 581,583,584,587 ..............Saratoga Springs 582....................Newcomb 585................Ticonderoga 594..........Ellenburg Depot 597.................Crown Point 623...............Warrensburg 624...................Long Lake 638............Argyle/Hartford 639.......................Fort Ann 642......................Granville 643.............................Peru 644............Bolton Landing 647.............Ausable Forks 648..................Indian Lake 654.........................Corinth 668...............Lake George 695................Schuylerville 735.............Lyon Mountain 746,747..........Fort Edward / Hudson Falls 743,744,745,748,761,792, 793,796,798. . . .Glens Falls 834....................Keeseville 846..........................Chazy 856.............Dickerson Ctr. 873....Elizabethtown/Lewis 891..............Saranac Lake 942......................Mineville 946..................Wilmington 962......................Westport 963...........Willsboro/Essex

VERMONT (802)

247.......................Brandon 372....................Grand Isle 388...................Middlebury 425......................Charlotte 434....................Richmond 438...............West Rutland 453.......Bristol/New Haven 462......................Cornwall 475.........................Panton 482....................Hinesburg 545...................Weybridge 655......................Winooski 658....................Burlington 758........................Bridport 759.......................Addison 654,655,656,657,658,660, 860,862,863,864,865,951, 985....................Burlington 877...................Vergennes 769,871,872,878,879 ..................Essex Junction 893...........................Milton 897....................Shoreham 899......................Underhill 948..........................Orwell 888....................Shelburne

CARS 2005 DODGE MAGNUM RT HEMI Cool Vanilla/Gray Leather, 5-Speed Auto, 80K Miles, Sunroof/Roof Rack & More, Pristine Condition, Includes Four (4) Standard Snows on Wheels. Call For Price 518-569 -1681 RILEY FORD Route 9. , Chazy, NY www.rileyfordinc.com Call: (518) 846-7131

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

Please call 518-962-4394

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ALL NEW!

2013

2013

2013

2012

2007 “New Body” Chevy 2500 Crew Cab 4x4 CS105B, Fully Loaded

$

20,800 OR $334/MO*

2011 Chevy 2500 Reg Cab 4x4 C510A, 8’6” Fisher Minute Man Plow

$

25,480!

2008 Jeep Patriot Sport TC123, 4 Cyl., Auto, Fully Loaded

2011 Chevy Cruze LT

CR124A, Air, Cruise, Fully Loaded, Bluetooth, OnStar, XM Radio

Can’t find that special vehicle. WE CAN! Call Buzzy, Todd or Bucky today at

10,600 OR $170/MO* 2009 Suzuki SX4 AWD $

14,965 OR $230/MO* 2012 Chevy Malibu LT

CS73A, Automatic, Fully Loaded & Navigator

AM280A, Fully Loaded, XM Radio, OnStar, Moonroof

12,900 OR $199/MO*

20,880 OR $318/MO* 2012 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 4x4 LT

$

2004 GMC 2500 Reg Cab 4x4 CR228A

$

11,600 OR $213/MO*

*Tax not included. †10,000 miles per year, 39 month lease. All leases approved

by ALLY. Must have a FICO Credit Score of 700 or more.

518-873-6389

$

$

CS38A, 5.3L, Fully Loaded! XM Radio, OnStar

$

27,980 OR $431/MO*

2007 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4

CS34A, Leather, Moonroof, XM Radio, OnStar, Fully loaded!

LOW MILES!

$

26,490 OR $392/MO*

2011 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 4x4 CS118A, LT Pkg., Fully Loaed, XM Radio, OnStar

$

23,480 OR $367/MO*

GREAT SELECTION OF PRE-OWNED VEHICLES! Give Buzzy, Todd or Bucky a call today for more great everyday savings! 518-873-6389

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Please check with us about our “Buy Here, Pay Here Program” 518-873-6389

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