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Minerva Budget fails for third time
This Week Theatre group comes to TPCC
NORTH CREEK Ñ New YorkÕ s Our Town Theatre Group is bringing its childrenÕ s musical workshop program back to Tannery Pond Community Center this summer. Young, aspiring performers can participate in this week-long workshop and learn about acting, singing, dancing, creating costumes, and working together, resulting in a short performance for family and friends at the Lyle Dye Auditorium at Tannery Pond Community Center. This yearÕ s workshop will be the week of Aug. 4 with a performance Saturday, Aug. 9. The performance will be no charge but donations are appreciated. For more information about this yearÕ s childrenÕ s musical workshop and how to get your children involved go to ottg.org for registration information.
Deep cuts to take place in school district By Mauranda Stahl-Sorensen
mauranda@denpubs.com MINERVA Ñ Supermajority ruled on July 30 when a rare third attempt to pass a 2014-15 spending plan was once again struck down by voters in Minerva. The vote was 246 in favor to 208 opposed. District Superintendent Tim Farrell expressed his disappointment with the outcome the following afternoon. Ò I continue to be disappointed,Ó Farrell said. Ò The majority of the community came out in support and yet we are still required to operate under a contingency budget.Ó A 60 percent supermajority was required for the budget to be implemented as the district surpassed its recommended 2.75 percent tax ceiling. The $5.1 million budget passed by popular vote in all three of its attempts on the ballot. Voters approved the first budget on May 20 by a 56 percent margin, on June 17 with a 59 percent margin and on July 30 with a 54 percent spread. Following this final tally, the district will now be forced to operate under a contingency budget the school board adopted July 1, which cuts nearly a half million dollars to keep the tax levy flat. The contingency budget effectively combines grades 5 and 6 with one full-time staff member overseeing the grades. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6
Potluck and hymns held at church
James McMann, at right, was deemed Honorary Mayor of Newcomb Day on Sunday, Aug. 3 at the Newcomb Town Beach. Photo by Pete DeMola
Upper Hudson Bluegrass Fest returns to Gore By Mauranda Stahl-Sorensen
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LONG LAKE Ñ The Calvary United Methodist Church will sponsor a hymn sing at the Mt. Sabattis Pavilion during the regular worship hour of 11 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 10. Judy Garrison will be the organist, and will be playing a portable keyboard. The public is welcome, and invited to bring hymn suggestions. The service will be followed by a potluck picnic. Everyone is invited to bring a dish to pass. Sandwich fixings and beverages will be provided. For more information, call 624 2056.
NORTH CREEK Ñ It might not be the 1, 2 step but the annual bluegrass festival in North Creek has had locals and visitors moving to the beat of the music for 11 years. The concept of a bluegrass festival in North Creek was conceptualized in February 2004 by former CoChairs Joel Beaudin and Rusty Leigh. Fate and good luck brought these two entrepreneurs together and the Upper Hudson Bluegrass Festival was born. Festival press representative Lloyd Burch explained the history of the festival.
Ò Joel and Rusty thought it was a good community event,Ó Burch said. Ò Joel wanted something that showcased the area and Rusty had the entertainment connections, bluegrass is the music of the mountains and we are in the mountains, that is how it became a bluegrass festival.Ó In early 2007 Upper Hudson Festivals Inc. registered with the state of New York as a not-for-profit organization. The organization states its dedication to community service through the production of high quality musical festivals. “In the past proceeds from the festival have benefited
many local charities and causes, we have raised about $15,000 to $16,000 over our 11 years,Ó Burch said. Ò We have given to the North Country Ministry, Johnsburg Central School, The Hardship Fund and we always donate to the VeteranÕ s Memorial Wall in Lake George.Ó The festival which is held in Ski Bowl Park at Gore Mountain will open the gates this year on Aug. 14 for camper parking. The town of Johnsburg will be sponsoring a free concert on stage that evening from 7 to 10 p.m, featuring local bands. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6
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