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Gordon Hazel succumbs to cancer, remembered by friends, colleagues

By Jeremiah S. Papineau • jeremiah@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — Gordon J. Hazel Jr., a man best known in the community for his former role as executive director of the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity of Clinton and Franklin Counties, has died. Hazel, who had been battling pancreatic cancer since first diagnosed in August 2007, passed away Jan. 19 at the age of 62.

News of Hazel’s death sent shockwaves through the community.

Though he had battled one of the most aggressive forms of cancer, Hazel wasn’t known to show signs of discomfort in public.

Bruce E. Garcia, the man who assumed Hazel’s role at the JCEO following Hazel’s retirement after 18 years in October 2008, said he was shocked and saddened by his friend’s

death.

“The last time I saw him was about two weeks before he passed away,” recalled Garcia. “When I saw him, he looked great. He was still very thin, but he seemed to be as well as he could be.”

When he learned of his friend being hospitalized days later, Garcia said, “It quite frankly didn’t equate to what I had seen.”

The two talked over lunch about each other ’s grandkids and about family in general, Garcia recalled.

“What we enjoyed talking about most was family,” said Garcia. “One of the things I will remember most about Gordon was how much family meant to him — how much Kathleen and his sons meant to him, how much his grandkids meant to him.”

Gordon J. Hazel Jr., seen in this October 2009 photo at center with his wife, Kathleen, passed away Jan. 19 at the age of 62. Hazel was being honored by the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity of Clinton and Franklin Counties. Joining him and his wife, from left, were son Marc and parents Marion Hazel and Gordon J. Hazel Sr. File photo by Jeremiah S. Papineau

“Those kinds of conversations with him will be the memories of Gordon I cherish,” he added.

Garcia worked with Hazel as his deputy director for more than 12 years prior to Hazel’s retirement, he said. During that time, Garcia said he

saw a “transformation” of the organization under Hazel’s leadership.

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$7 million a year, employ 170 people and member that cruise on the lake.” have really increased the amount of servic“Gordy was a true gentleman, a very kind, es provided by our organization. The transvery bright guy,” Bernardi continued. “He formation has been just remarkable. Gorlived every day of his life during his illness don really made JCEO a thriving and dywith an incredible amount of positive energy, namic organization.” dignity and a zest for living. I really respect Though Hazel has been honored for many him in a number of ways. He’s someone who’s accomplishments over the years, his most an example to all of us.” recent was his role in the development of Hazel came to the Plattsburgh area more White Pine Commons, a 32-unit affordable than 20 years ago following the announcement housing development on Wallace Hill the Chevrolet Motor Division of General MoRoad. The JCEO honored Hazel last Octotors Corporation in Massena was closing. ber by naming the development’s commuHazel was previously employed there as an acnity center after him during a special cerecountant. mony.

In addition to recognition from the JCEO and “Quite frankly, he had enormous accomUnited Way, Hazel was also honored as the plishments throughout his tenure and Irishman of the Year in 2008.

White Pine Commons was certainly a sigHazel, the son of Gordon J. Hazel Sr. and nificant accomplishment,” said Garcia.

Marion Hazel, Massena, leaves behind his par“But, when you look at his overall body of Hazel as he was honored as Irishman of the Year during the 50th annual Platts- ents; his wife, Kathleen; two sons, Marc and work during the 18 years he was [at JCEO], burgh-North Country Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast in 2008. David; daughter-in-law Talitha Hazel; and File photo by Jeremiah S. Papineau grandsons Koby and Dylan. He also leaves beit’s incredible.”

John C. Bernardi, executive director of hind a brother and sister-in-law, Richard and effectively able to serve many more people throughthe United Way of Clinton and Essex Counties, out the region during his tenure.”

Sherry Hazel, Massena; a sister, Joanie, Massena; agreed. The United Way honored Hazel with the Bernardi recalled Hazel as “a good friend” he had and many other relatives including aunts, uncles, Dorothy and Alan Booth Distinguished Citizen known for “a number of years.” One of Bernardi’s cousins, nieces and nephews.

Award last February, crediting him for his role with fondest memories of Hazel was when he was lookDonations in memory of Hazel may be made to the JCEO and for being a past chairman of the Unit- ing to buy a boat, and Hazel invited him to go out the FitzPatrick Cancer Center, 75 Beekman St., ed Way’s fundraising campaign team.

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Family Promise sees rise in homeless families assisted Gibson Brothers concert Saturday to help organization’s mission

By Jeremiah S. Papineau • jeremiah@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH — Homelessness is an increasing epidemic in this area, contrary to popular belief, says Maureen E. Bradish.

Bradish would know, serving as director of Family Promise of Clinton County, a nonprofit organization which locates housing for families who have become homeless. The organization has seen “a significant increase” in the number of families it serves, she said, based off referrals from the local Department of Social Services.

“We’re getting a lot more families referred,” said Bradish, who noted 28 families were assisted last year. “But, we’re also seeing people are staying in our program for a longer period of time. I used to be able to find housing for people in two to three weeks and now it’s well over a month before we can find them something.”

The biggest challenge, said Bradish, is to not only find housing, but to find “safe, affordable housing.”

“We don’t want to put families in places where there are known pedophiles or in other conditions that aren’t safe for children to be living,” said Bradish. “And, sometimes, that can be a problem in our area.”

The organization has limited funding, which comes mainly through the United Way of Clinton and Essex Counties and through member items secured through the state legislature.

However, Bradish is afraid funding won’t be enough to provide enough services to those who need them.

“We don’t want people on the streets, especially families,” she said.

“We want to be able to continue to do pretty much anything we can to help them back on their feet.”

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has been in existence locally for the past eight years — is increasing awareness about homelessness.

“I still hear people say they’ve never heard of our program or they didn’t know homelessness was a problem in our area. But, it’s a problem everywhere,” said Bradish. “For some people, because they don’t see it, they think it’s not a problem. It is.”

Bradish hopes to raise awareness with a concert this Saturday, Jan. 30, at Chazy Central Rural School in Chazy. The Gibson Brothers, a wellknown musical duo of Ellenburg na-

tives Eric and Leigh Gibson, will perform their second concert in two years to benefit Family Promise.

“We’re hoping it will be an annual event,” said Bradish. “We want it to be something people will remember and want to come back to year after year.”

The concert will begin at 7 p.m., though doors will open at 6 p.m. Tickets are available in Plattsburgh at Family Promise, 36 Brinkerhoff St., and Adirondack Trading Company in the Champlain Centre mall, 60 Smithfield Blvd. For more information, call 5620710.

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Totally tubular Families hit the hills at Beartown Ski Area in Beekmantown Jan. 17 as the towns of Beekmantown and Plattsburgh sponsored Family Fun Ski Night. The evening included free skiing, snowboarding and tubing and was a hit with children like 5-year-old Riley Hewson of Plattsburgh, seen here.

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Vegetarian Chili 1 can of kidney beans (rinsed and drained) 1 can of black beans (rinsed and drained) 1 tsp. of chili powder 1/2 tsp. of ground cumin 1/2 tsp. of turmeric 1 large green bell pepper chopped 1 18 oz. can of crushed tomatoes 1 small bag of frozen corn 1/2 medium to large onion Olive oil for sautéing Salt and pepper to taste

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Peru Indians outshot Plattsburgh Hornets Jan. 19 in varsity basketball, 53-25.

Athletic camp runs Feb. 15-18 PLATTSBURGH — The Wellness Center at PARC, 295 New York Road, will host an athletic camp Monday, Feb. 15, through Thursday, Feb. 18.

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All wildlife requires habitat — that is food, shelter and water. Birdfeeders are a great way to add the food component. Providing wintering birds with shelter and water are not too difficult either.

The best way to provide birds with liquid water during the cold winter months is with a heated birdbath. You can either purchase specially made heated bird baths, or you can place a watersafe heating element in a regular birdbath. Liquid water can be scare during our winters and as a result a heated birdbath can attract a wider variety of birds to your yard.

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Dense deciduous shrubs can also provide protection from the cold, wind, and snow.

If you do not have a lot of shrubs and bushed on your property, you really can’t change that this winter. That doesn’t mean you cannot provide shelter to birds this winter. Nesting boxes and birdhouses can be placed in the yard to provide birds with year round winter roosting sites. Birds will enter the houses for warmth and wind protection, just like they would an evergreen shrub or tree.

With some care and consideration, backyard birding can be an exhilarating hobby throughout the winter, adding birdsongs and backyard visits to brighten the coldest days of the season!

Anne Lenox Barlow is the horticulture educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension in Clinton County. CCE offices may be reached in Clinton County at 561-7450; Essex County, 962-4810; and Franklin County, 483-7403. E-mail your questions to askMG@cornell.edu.

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PLATTSBURGH — When it comes to the local music scene, one Web site is keeping people connected.

Plattsburgh Pipeline has had more than 26,000 unique visitors to its site, www.plattsburghpipeline.com, since it launched in June 2008 Scott Osika, the site’s founder and administrator, said Plattsburgh Pipeline continues to focus on promoting local musicians through its Internet radio station, Plattsburgh Pipeline Radio. The site’s music section was developed with the intention of helping promote local bands like Elephant Bear, Shameless Strangers, Lucid and Hello Control, and has grown far beyond the reaches of Plattsburgh since it was started, said Osika.

“The radio itself has brought in numerous visitors to the site, which has helped with the expansion of the station,” Osika said, adding the station’s appeal “goes far and wide.”

“We’ve reached over 100 countries around the world. I think that alone is quite exciting,” he added.

Listeners and bands located throughout New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and even Canada have submitted music to Plattsburgh Pipeline, growing its radio station every day, said Osika. Among the local bands that air on Plattsburgh Pipeline Radio are Lucid, a hometown faScott Osika, founder and administrator of Plattsburgh Pipeline, keeps people connected to the music scene and other topics of invorite many have seen at area venues that include terest in the Plattsburgh area through his Web site. the annual Mayor ’s Cup, and Elephantbear a rock/jam band fronted by Plattsburgh native Mike Pipeline, said Osika, has been the interactive com- rums are also active.”

Pedersen. Osika said he’s heard from Pedersen his munity calendar. Since the Web site launched, the “There are many great things on the horizon for group has gained new fans through the radio sta- calendar has been intended to be a resource to find Plattsburgh Pipeline,” said Osika, who credited Stution, which is much to his delight. out not only where the radio station’s listen- dio on the Brink, a local Web design business, with “That’s something ers can find their favorite bands, but for oth- being a “huge help” in that aspect. Studio on the that is very important Brink is working diligently on an overhaul of the “Plattsburgh Pipeline was er events in the area as well. and that’s exactly “It’s important to get the word out about current site, Osika added, with the intention of why Plattsburgh created with the purpose of upcoming local concerts and events because adding “many more user features.”

Pipeline Radio was providing this region of the it helps to promote growth in many ways for Osika said he’s also excited about a partnership added to the site,” Plattsburgh,” said Osika.

“Getting the word with the ‘burgh to provide monthly articles about lonorth country with a re- out about events is economically good for cal bands. said Osika. “Local musicians can only source that everyone in the the locally-owned businesses in our area.”

“I'm really excited I am able to take part in the get so much out of all Osika said the calendar also allows for the ‘burgh,” said Osika. “I will be contributing informcommunity could benefit the social networking community to grow by “bringing many dif- ative articles about musicians that play in our area sites on the Internet. from.” ferent types of people together to partake in as often as I can.”

With Plattsburgh all of the activities that Plattsburgh and surThere are two main things that Plattsburgh Pipeline Radio local rounding areas have to offer.” Links on the Pipeline needs to keep the site going, said Osika.

Scott Osika musicians songs are site to news stories from local, regional and “First and foremost, community support,” said Plattsburgh Pipeline national publications have also helped to Osika. “Second would be sponsorships from local heard locally and worldwide.” keep people informed, he added. businesses to meet the costs of maintaining the “We’ve had requests throughout our area for “Plattsburgh Pipeline was created with the pur- site.” many local bands. We also have requests for many pose of providing this region of the north country Contributions toward Plattsburgh Pipeline may bands that come from abroad and play at our local with a resource that everyone in the community be arranged by contacting Osika via e-mail at bars,” added Osika, who noted the radio station has could benefit from,” said Osika. “So far, many peo- scott@plattsburghpipeline.com or by calling 420more than 100 bands in its current playlist. ple have continued adding events to calendar, busi- 6828. More information may also be found at The second most used feature on Plattsburgh nesses are added into the directory daily, and the fo- www.plattsburghpipeline.com.

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Thursday.Jan.28.

CLINTON-ESSEX-FRANKLIN LIB R A RY S Y S T E M B O O K M O B I L E STOPS. Senior Citizens Council of Clinton County, 5139 N. Catherine St., Plattsburgh, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Vilas Home, 61 Beekman St., Plattsburgh, 1-1:45 p.m.; Flynn Ave., Plattsburgh, between senior apartments, 22:30 p.m.; Pine Rest Trailer cour t, Treadwells Mills, 3:15-3:45.

JOURNEY INTO READING. Champlain Centre Mall, 60 Smithfield Blvd., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Reading for children up to age 16 with free book provided. Hosted at center court. www.journeyintoreading.org.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS MIXER. Cumberland 12 Cinemas, 18 North Bowl Lane, 5:30-7 p.m. Admission $3 with reservation, $4 without.

563-1000.

PLATTSBURGH HOUSING OUTLET BUILDING SEMINAR. Dino’s Pizza, 795 State Route 3, 6-8 p.m.

563-6250.

M OV I E N I G H T F E AT U R I N G CHARIOTS OF FIRE. Plattsburgh Public Library, 19 Oak St., 6 p.m.

KARAOKE NIGHT. Southgate Bar and Lounge, 5131 U.S. Ave., 8 p.m.

CHARLEY ORLANDO BAND PERFORMS. Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., 10 p.m. 563-2222.

Friday.Jan.29.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING. Mt.

Van Hoevenberg, Lake Placid. Organized by Adirondack Mountain Club.

563-5794.

DINOSAUR TRAIN TALES. Champlain Valley Transportation Museum, 12 Museum Way, 10 a.m. Register by calling 563-9770.

CHESS CLUB MEETS. Plattsburgh Public Library, 19 Oak St., 2 p.m.

FIRE AND SPICE PARTY. Lake Placid Center for the Ar ts, 17 Algonquin Drive, Lake Placid, 7-10 p.m.

Chili, s’mores, cross-country skiing.

Admission $50.

523-2512 or www.lakeplacidarts.org.

OPEN FAMILY SWIM. Wellness Center at PARC, 295 New York Road, 79 p.m. $2. 562-6860.

EAT SLEEP FUNK JAZZ BAND PERFORMS. Ir ises Café and Wine Bar, 20 City Hall Place, 9 p.m.

ODUS BUDD PERFORMS. Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., 10 p.m. 5632222.

Satur day.Jan.30.

PLATTSBURGH SUNRISE ROTARY WINTER FUN DAY. May Currier Park, Tom Miller Road, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission $2. Proceeds go toward HEAP fuel assistance program. 5247104.

MEET THE CARDINALS. State University of New York at Plattsburgh Memorial Hall Gym, Rugar Street.

Women’s basketball game, 2 p.m.; men’s, 4 p.m. 565-4750.

TEXAS HOLD ‘EM TOURNAMENT. American Legion Post 1619, 219 Rand Hill Road, West Plattsburgh. Doors

and 1-3:30 p.m. 562-5810.

ADIRONDACK WIND ENSEMBLE PERFORMS. Lake Placid Center for the Ar ts, 17 Algonquin Drive, Lake Placid, 1:30-3 p.m. Admission $10.

523-2512 or www.lakeplacidarts.org.

BA N F F M O U N TA I N F I L M F E S T. Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Drive, Lake Placid, 7:30-10 p.m. Admission $21. 523-2512 or www.lakeplacidarts.org.

open 4 p.m., buffet 4:15 p.m. Prizes awarded. Benefits Hannah’s Hope Fund. 563-6944.

12TH ANNUAL SNOWBALL. Elks Lodge 621, 56 Cumberland Ave. Cocktails 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:45 p.m., dancing 7-11 p.m. Reservations required.

563-6180.

GIBSON BROTHERS PERFORM. Chazy Central Rural School, 609 Miner Farm Road, Chazy. Doors open 6 p.m., show 7 p.m. Benefits Family Promise of Clinton County. 562-0710.

F U L L M O O N H A L F - M A R AT H O N FUN RUN/WALK. Geoffrey’s Pub and Restaurant, 5453 Peru St., 6:30 p.m.

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SHOWING AND DISCUSSION OF SCHINDLER’S LIST. State University of New York at Plattsburgh, 101 Broad St., 7 p.m. Yokum Lecture Hall, Room 200. 564-3095.

NORTH COUNTRY SQUARES DANCE CLUB MEETS. Clinton County Fairgrounds North Country Squares Building, 84 Fairgrounds Road, Morrisonville, 7 p.m. Caller Bob Labounty; cuer Mo Wall. 561-7167 or 492-2057.

OPEN FAMILY SWIM. Wellness Center at PARC, 295 New York Road, 79 p.m. $2. 562-6860.

Satur day.Feb. 6 ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR VALENTINE CRAFT SHOW. American Legion Post 20, 162 Quarr y Road, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafts, basket sale, basket raffles. Lunch for $3.75.

492-2012.

NORTH COUNTRY SQUARES DANCE CLUB MEETS. Clinton County Fairgrounds Nor th Countr y Squares Building, 84 Fairgrounds Road, Morrisonville, 7 p.m. Caller Bob Labounty; cuer Mo Wall. 561-7167 or 492-2057.

NOBODIES OF COMEDY. Lake Placid Center for the Ar ts, 17 Algonquin Drive, Lake Placid, 8-9:30 p.m.

523-2512 or www.lakeplacidarts.org.

CHESS CLUB MEETS. Plattsburgh Public Library, 19 Oak St., 2 p.m.

GREEN COMMITTEE MEETS. Plattsburgh Public Library, 19 Oak St. 6-8 p.m.

Wednesday.Feb.3.

READERS THEATRE. State University of New York at Plattsburgh, 101 Broad St., 6:30 p.m. Alumni Room and Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. Various plays read aloud. 5643095.

ADIRONDACK JAZZ ORCHESTRA PERFORMS. Olive Ridley’s, 37 Court St., 8-10 p.m.

OPEN MIC NIGHT. Monopole, 7 Protection Ave., 9 p.m. 563-2222.

FREE BOWLING. North Bowl Lanes, 28 North Bowl Lane, 8:30 a.m. Open to Plattsburgh town residents. Pre-registration required. 562-6860.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST. Elks Lodge 621, 56 Cumberland Ave., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Adults, $8, under 10, $5.

BRIDAL EXPO 2010. Rainbow Wedding and Banquet Hall, 47 Woods Falls Road, Altona, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Friday.Feb. 12.

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Clinton County Fairgrounds Nor th Countr y Squares Building, 84 Fairgrounds Road, Morrisonville, 7 p.m.9:30 p.m. 563-1834.

Thursday.Feb.4.

JOURNEY INTO READING. Champlain Centre Mall, 60 Smithfield Blvd., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Reading for children up to age 16 with free book provided. Hosted at center court. www.journeyintoreading.org.

KARAOKE NIGHT. Southgate Bar

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That’s because paint is far more flexible, and homeowners who enjoy change can change the color and trim of their home as often as they’d like, so long as they can afford to do so.

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Siding can often be thoroughly cleaned by power washing, whereas power washing a painted home can cause the paint to chip or crack. Siding does, however, tend to show dirt and grime more than a home that has been painted.

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*Sale price includes most factory rebates. Excludes tax, title, & registration. See a sales person for more details.

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Vehicle pictures are for illustration purposes only and may not be the actual sale vehicle. Purchase payments are based on 72 months financing at 5.75% APR for well qualified buyers.

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