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Four non-profits benefit from risque cal NORTH CREEK Ñ The North Creek Calendar Committee hosted a ceremony May 25 at the North Creek Railroad complex pavilion to distribute awards from the 2014 fundraising calendar, Ò Adirondack State of Mind.Ó The large crowd enjoyed live music, appetizers, champagne, beer, wine and sparkling cider, while a $2,000 check was presented to each of four local non-profit groups. Accepting for Hudson Headwaters Health Network were John Rugge, M.D., Founder; and Howard Nelson, Executive Director of HHHN. Rugge noted that the funds would be sent downstream to the new Warrensburg Health Center, now under construction. The Elizabeth Nash Foundation, whose mission is to improve the lives of those affected by cystic fibrosis, was represented by Peggy Bress of Barton Mines Corporation and a long-time supporter of the Nash Foundation. The North Country Hardship Fund, which helps those suffering a recent tragedy, was represented by founder Wayne Bukovinsky. His remarks were offered by Ron Vanselow, Town of Johnsburg Supervisor. Kelly Nessle, President/ CEO of Johnsburg Emergency Squad, Inc., accepted the award for her organization, and noted that the donation will be used toward the construction of the new station. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
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Sophie Gereau gets a better view of the North Creek Memorial Day ceremony on the shoulder of father, Michael.
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New fence dedicated at Federal Flats
POTTERSVILLE Ñ A life cut short just days after coming into the world has inspired a family to help others through organizing a blood drive. The third annual Verhonica Mueller Memorial Blood Drive will take place Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Pottersville Fire House on Valley Farm
Road, located off of Northway Exit 26. Kelly Wolfe, who helps organize the event, said the family wanted to do something to honor her granddaughter. Ò (Verhonica) was born April 9 and passed away 21 days later of Neonatal Hemochromatosis, a rare gestational disease, with only 151 documented cases worldwide.Ó CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
RIGHT: Verhonica Mueller, pictured, lived for 21 days after being born with Neonatal Hemochromatosis, a rare blood disorder. In honor of her memory, the family is holding a blood drive June 14. Photo by Keith Lobdell
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