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Our season

Fall, hunting seasons underway

Local freshman preps to follow Olympic dream Dyani Bryant to spend winter on the luge track; hosting fundraiser Oct. 24

By Keith Lobdell

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LAKE PLACID — When many bemoan the changing of the leaves and falling temperatures, Dyani Bryant is ready to take to the track.

The tracks are located in North Elba, as well as Park City, Utah; and Calgary, Alberta.

That is because Bryant’s sport is luge, an event that requires one to slide down a bobsled track lying on their backs.

Bryant started in the sport as part of a slider’s search in Lake Placid.

“There were kids from all over the country,” Bryant said of her summer 2014 tryout.

“After the camp was over, I was asked if I was interested in going further.”

In January, she started going up to the Mt. Vanhoevenburg sliding track, where she would practice, leading to the Empire State Games, where she slid to a sixth place finish.

Her sliding career continued to progress with an invitation to join the D-Team, a junior development team.

“I was able to spend a week at the Olympic Training Center and is was very fun,” Bryant said. “From there, I went to a selection camp and made the junior candidate team.”

Starting in November and running through March, Bryant will be competing in races on the three North American tracks with other developmental sliders. >> Story Continued | pg. 10

At Schroon Lake CS, there is such a thing as free lunch

Breakfast, too... even on the weekends thanks to the BackPack Program

By Keith Lobdell

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TRADITION: Chase Dixon, above, and the rest of the senior members of the Ticonderoga Sentinel football program were honored before their final regular season home game against Plattsburgh High Oct. 16. Along with senior night, the school indcuted six new members into its hall of fame. For full story, see page 16.

Photo by Keith Lobdell

SCHROON — In the past, something like this would have ended the cash flow of the school bully.

Now, it just means the students at Schroon Lake Central School will be able to line up for breakfast and lunch without having to worry about how much is on their accounts or scrounging for money.

The district was one of several local to qualify for free breakfast and lunch for every student in attendance.

“It was based mostly on the rate of students who were eligible for free and reduced lunch in the district,” Superintendent Stephen Gratto said. “We were at 63-percent, so we got this grant.”

The funding is made possible through the Community Eligibility Provision.

“It is a pilot program that eventually will be in all fifty states,” Schroon Lake cafeteria manager Julie Holbrook, who manages several other school eateries, including Keene, said. “I really am excited about this. We have lots of students that are on the borderline of not qualifying and now there will be no worries for families and I have a feeling that our snack and extra items sales will go up because students will have more money for other items.”

Gratto said through the first seven weeks of the school year, the cafeteria staff has noticed a difference.

“People are taking advantage of this,” Gratto said. “The numbers we feed for breakfast and lunch has dramatically increased. Last year, they would see 20 or so for breakfast, now they are serving 60 or 70 every morning.”

The advantages to students who receive daily breakfast and lunch do not just lead to >> Story Continued | pg. 11

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TICONDEROGA — Shots fired on Park Ave. Oct. 16 after police entered a home is now being investigated as a suicide case.

Ticonderoga Police Chief Mark Johns said he and his officers were called to the residence were called to perform a welfare check on the resident.

“It was in relation to a 911 call that someone had already harmed themselves,” Johns said.

“There was no answer when we knocked, but we were able to gain access to the house.”

Johns said officers searched the residence, making their way to the basement. As they opened the basement door, they heard a sin-

gle shot fired.

“We exited and formed a perimeter,” Johns said. “We then called in the New York State Police Special Operations Response Team (SORT).”

Johns said the SORT team was able to determine the house was secure and found one deceased individual inside.

“The matter is being investigated as an apparent suicide,” Johns said.

Johns said the department was not going to release names involved in the case until the investigation was completed.

Police blocked off the length of Park Ave. while a perimeter was formed, with members of the SORT team leaving shortly after 3:30 p.m.

Ticonderoga Police and New York State Troopers responded to a Park Ave. residence for a welfare check call which turned into a shot fired situation.

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Fort Ti receives ‘Museums for America’ grant TICONDEROGA — Fort Ticonderoga has received a highly selective “Museums for America” grant in the amount of $150,000 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services that will support a re-interpretation and exhibition of the museum’s outstanding artillery collection. This funding will help with the fabrication and installation of Fort Ticonderoga’s upcoming exhibit “The Last Argument of Kings: The Art and Science of 18th-Century Artillery” (opening May 2016), which will tell the story of the weapons that dominated 18th-century battlefields. The exhibit will also include the re-installation of elements of the permanent artillery collection along the fort’s wall, conservation work on several key artillery pieces, an interactive activity space, a new mobile application, a symposium featuring world-renowned scholars, and the publication of an exhibition catalogue.

“Fort Ticonderoga’s artillery collection is internationally recognized as the largest and most significant of its kind in North America,” said Beth Hill, Fort Ticonderoga President and CEO. “This incredible collection has been set dressing to the reconstructed fort since the early 20th century. Now because of the

Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) grant, we can place the artillery center stage where it belongs. The new exhibit ‘Last Argument of Kings’ will reveal the story of these complex weapons through exploring the creation, use, and after lives of these remarkable objects. The exhibition will give Fort Ticonderoga the opportunity to engage its 70,000 guests in topics of physics, chemistry, and art as well as the historical narrative; thus, greatly enhancing the museum’s educational opportunities.”

“Artillery were more than just weapons, they were technological marvels and financial investments that required immense theoretical and practical training to use effectively,” said Matthew Keagle, Fort Ticonderoga’s Curator of Collections. “‘The Last Argument of Kings: The Art and Science of 18th-Century Artillery’ takes its name from the swaggering motto of Louis XIV of France, who had his cannons engraved with the Latin saying, ‘Ultima Ratio Regum,’ or ‘the last argument of kings.’

These were the dominant weapons of the 18th century and the ultimate in destruction. They were so highly regarded on the battlefield that they were preserved for more than two centuries

and not melted down like so many weapons of that era were.”

As a part of the grant project, the Museum will work with an evaluation consultant to perform three sets of exhibit evaluations, which will inform effective changes throughout the life of the exhibit as well as the development of future exhibitions. This project will provide the Fort Ticonderoga Museum a unique opportunity to present and interpret this fascinating, but neglected part of the collection and will serve as a model for future exhibits.

The IMLS Grant funding will enable the Fort Ticonderoga Museum to overhaul its exhibits, increase visitor counts, and continue as a major source of economic growth in Essex County and the surrounding North Country.

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We’re Broke!

I struggled listening to the first Democratic Presidential Debate last week.

Knowing the national debt now stands at $18.4 trillion dollars and growing, it’s hard to imagine how they could continue to discuss expanding free give away programs.

What’s even harder to understand is why audience was clapping when they proposed them.

It seems that too many of the candidates from both of the parties are racing to the extreme edges of their political beliefs in order to earn the nomination. Conventional wisdom in the past dictates they move back to the middle to win the election. I think that process is just one of the reasons why the electorate is so disgusted with politics today.

If they really want their candidates to be far left or far right then it’s understandable why they are so disappointed when their candidate fails to deliver once elected. The reality we must come to grips with is this nation can’t survive if it’s all far left or far right. The politicians recognize this once they are in office, but why do we as a people allow these foolish promises to swing public opinion so wildly, creating expectations when we know these promises are not always realistic?

Growing up it was my understanding that this nation was made up of self made, self motivated, free spirited people. It’s what made us unique and the envy of the world that we enjoyed the freedom to be anything we wanted to be.

So with a people who know what they want and are willing to go out and earn it on their own, why do we need the government to give us things that only serve to diminish our own personal drive?

Let’s take college for example. All the candidates on stage last week pushed the notion that free tuition for public college should be provided by the government.

I know many people who are skilled with their hands and are very happy with the lives they have made for themselves without the college degree.

There are many important trades that provide a valuable need in society but the sense of achievement from building a successful career and finding purpose in ones life can’t be purchased nor supplied by another.

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Towns should explore hiring financial managers

I

t sounds like a caper.

Employees shuffling funds between accounts. Public funds being used as piggy banks. Sloppy payrolls, overextended accounts, vanished cash and misappropriated taxpayer money.

It’s not a movie script, but rather what goes on in the halls of your local government.

Sometimes.

Most towns in the North Country have been visited by auditors from the state comptroller’s office. For months, these agents pry up the stones and look for worms.

While some towns have proven to be in better financial shape than others, none of them are perfect.

We commend the state for keeping local governments on their toes and pushing them to implement better internal controls over their finances.

Despite the severity of some of these reports, most of these mistakes seem innocent enough: More often than not, the fiscal problems that arise in town halls across the state are due to negligence and, at worst, gross incompetence — not nefarious schemes.

But aside from the loss of taxpayer funds, the lingering clouds that follow audits are often worse: Vitriol. Whisper campaigns. Mistrust of town government.

It’s all poison in these small communities and it dissuades people from seeking office.

And it gets us to thinking that there must be a better way to do things.

While the buck stops with town supervisors, the elected officials who serve as chief financial officers, town clerks also play critical roles.

Let’s zoom out.

Clerks, who are elected by the public, are responsible for issuing licenses and permits. They post notices, file reports with county and state agencies and keep public records.

Those are their prescribed tasks.

In many cases, they have no formal training and have stepped up to the plate out of a sense of civic loyalty.

Some play double duty, acting as tax collectors.

We all wear many hats in the North Country and understand the need to multi-task.

But we also understand the flurry of paperwork that accompanies tax season, one that becomes a blizzard in this era of caps, rebate checks and increasingly confusing gimmicks from the state.

Paired with the already rickety situation in many of our local town offices, it’s no surprise that the nuts and bolts of everyday duties get lost in the mix — tasks like accounting for dump tickets and charging folks accurately for their water bills.

Despite the innocuousness of their errors, let’s be clear: This waste is unfair to taxpayers, even if the dollar amounts are relatively low.

Would you trust someone with no financial training to handle your investment portfolio?

Didn’t think so.

We shouldn’t expect anything less from our town officials.

Towns need to start thinking outside the box when it comes to financial planning.

We like the idea of a town manager.

Unlike tax collectors and clerks, who are elected, this would be an appoint-

ed position.

A quick pursual of town law seems to indicate that towns in New York have the ability to establish this office and anoint the officeholder with powers and responsibilities, including those transferred from other officials.

Let’s play with a hypothetical situation: Residents of Anywhere, Essex County opt to establish the position through a permissive referendum.

The board then hires a town manager, someone with a CFA, who then takes over budget-drafting and financial planning from the supervisor and some responsibilities from the clerk.

While both the clerk and supervisor will retain their duties, the majority of the wonky stuff can be left to the professional.

Meanwhile, the supervisor is freed up to tackle other issues, like county work, which they are obligated to do as members of the board of supervisors.

This system might help zap fiscal mismanagement as well as aid in longterm planning, including the navigation of sticky maelstroms like unfunded mandates and skyrocketing health insurance costs.

Removing town managers from elected politics may also ensure a sense of stability, particularly during administration changes, as well as insure them from nasty, small town skuttlebutt.

Another task for the town manager — Locating and applying for grants. The ability to do so is a skill that is becoming highly lucrative as local control is being sucked away in favor of depending on the state for what should be run-of-the-mill infrastructure improvements.

Grants are now critical spokes on the wheel of local governance, from repairing water filtration plants to providing services that, once sacrosanct, are now in jeopardy — youth programs, libraries, ambulance squads.

You name it, nothing is safe under the tax cap.

We admit that it seems impractical in this era of fiscal austerity for town boards to create a new position, especially one that comes with a salary and benefits.

But we can’t help but feel that a position will pay for itself over time in taxpayer money that wouldn’t be misspent.

We encourage town boards to at least discuss the idea.

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LETTERS

On Common Ground fights suicide

No need proposed sales, property tax increases

To the Editor: On Common Ground is a bullying and suicide prevention program in Essex County. We have extensively researched and been trained in these two topics. We tour our original skit titled “A Change of Heart” throughout the area.

As much as we appreciated your recent article on suicide prevention awareness on Sept. 9, we have concerns regarding some of the language that was used. Specialists in the field of suicide prevention no longer use the phrase “committed suicide”, rather they use “ died by suicide” indicating how a person died, not that an offense of some kind was committed.

Suicide is not a “deed”, as it was referred to in the article. A deed is usually something that is written on a to-do list that is crossed off when completed.

“Boast” is defined as “to talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about ones’ achievements”. High suicide rates are not an achievement and citizens should not feel pride toward something so tragic.

Again, your efforts are appreciated, and it’s great that individuals are becoming more aware of suicide prevention efforts. You may contact us at Moriah Central School if you would like further information.

On Common Ground Nick Allen, Sophie Bryant, Jenna Drake, Sarah Drake, Jonathan Gibbs, Alethea Goralczyk, Emily Hasse, Max Haran, Samantha Hayes, Callie Hillman, Myles Madill, Megan Maye, Katelyn Miller, Sebastian Sprouse, BrittanyWeber

To the Editor: Our local elected officials are proposing to demand of the State that the 2 percent tax cap be lifted and simultaneously considering an increase in the local sales tax. Without these tax increases they say they have no choice but to cut jobs and eliminate services. I say do not believe it.

The 2 percent tax cap is about fiscal discipline. In order to meet it, it requires a change in how our elected officials operate. This is what they really find difficult. Without additional taxes, they have trouble funding their system and the political machine. Without additional taxes, they would need to keep an eagle’s eye on expenses.

One just needs to read through the Warrensburg town board meeting minutes and see request after request for non-essential items approved and ask if this represents fiscal discipline. Look at the Town of Warrensburg’s practice of awarding contracts to sole bidders resulting in the town paying over $100,000 for a roof and windows and ask if this is a right way of doing things.

FOIL a few invoices at the County level and ask if paying over $700 for office chairs and $1400 for desks represents fiscal discipline. Look at the commissions paid out for a recent purchase of some IT equipment. A purchase that paid out thousands over retail for equipment that is obsolete in 2016 and ask if this is the right way of doing things.

When these practices stop, when we see a true change in how our elected officials operate I believe the tax cap and current sales tax levels would not be nearly the burden that our elected officials claim they are.

Bill Mahar Warrensburg

Essex bed tax expansion: Is it legal?

To the Editor: Essex County has gone ahead and expanded their bed tax to include essentially any rented property. I am not an attorney but common sense says there may be a legal issue regarding the expansion.

I live in Franklin County and have a seasonal rental property there.

Franklin County has been pursuing a bed tax for the first time and therefore I have been following the issue closely and done a good deal of research.

Franklin County also had intended to go after all rentals in their recently passed bill, but I pointed out at a public hearing that they had wording in their bill that excludes most private property rentals.

From what I have learned, in order for a local government to enact local tax legislation like this they must first get permission from the state legislature That legislation specifies what can be taxed. The local government is limited to the state passed legislation. The local government may not expand the definition beyond what is allowed by the state.

In the case of Essex County that state legislation says: “For the purposes of this section, the term “hotel” or “motel” shall mean and include any facility providing lodging on an overnight basis and shall include those facilities designated and commonly known as “bed and breakfast” and “tourist” facilities.”

On the other hand the recently passed Essex County legislation says: “Any facility providing lodging on an overnight basis and shall include those facilities designated and commonly known as, bed and breakfast, inns, cabins, condominiums, cottages, campgrounds, lodges, tourist homes, convention centers, vacation rentals, motor courts, boarding houses, lake cottages, personal residences or similar type of accommodations by whatever name designated.”

Certainly sounds like an expansion beyond what the enabling legislation allows or intends. Also consider an e-mail that State Senator Betty Little sent me regarding the state passed legislation, in which she says, “Private homes that rent by the week would not be subject to this tax.”. Add in that even the state has been excluded by an Administrative Law Judge from collecting sales tax from private homes that even rent for less than a week.

If anyone affected by this tax expansion in Essex County decides to challenge its legality it will be up to the courts to determine if the county has gone too far. If I had a rental property in Essex County I would be gathering with friends and others who have properties affected by this law and consulting my attorney.

Dick Gunthert Saranac Lake

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In my own case, higher education wasn’t my first thought when I was growing up. I really didn’t know what I wanted from life, but my father made it clear I was going to go to college; End of discussion.

My father would co-sign with me for a college tuition loan, but there was also no doubt, I would be the one who would pay back that loan, education earned or not. After two years it was clear, that college wasn’t for me. I wanted to join the workforce and was confident in my abilities to succeed. He was very upset, but a year later after I had risen in the ranks, he proudly gave me his approval.

I, like many others, believe we are living the American Dream. That’s a feeling no one can provide to another regardless how well meaning their intentions may be. It must be earned through hard work, personal sacrifice and drive to achieve whatever your version of the American Dream may be.

Our government leaders need to have faith in our people who have always risen to the challenge. Easy isn’t what built this country. America has been crafted one life at a time and one size does not fit all.

Dan Alexander is president and CEO of Sun Community News.

Praise for TPCC To the Editor: Last summer I had a chance encounter with Sandy Sangster, Chair of the Gallery Committee at the Tannery Pond Community Center. She invited me to join and I agreed. I am learning more about Tannery Pond Community Center and the many programs it offers. They currently are showing a wonderful quilt collection, hand crafted furniture and clothing that are truly “one of a kind”. If you haven’t stopped by Tannery Pond Community Center in awhile, I highly recommend that you check it out. They will have something new every month!

Julie Milner Olmstedville

Americans struggle, Congress does fine To the Editor: At a time when many Americans are struggling with things like buying food and health care our members of Congress are doing just fine. In 2015 the House Speaker’s salary is $223,500 and House Majority and Minority leaders receive $193,400. Those who are only plain Congressmen and women receive only $174,000 for their hard work making things worse for the average American. These salaries are topped off with huge expense accounts and benefits taxpayers can only dream about. While those on Social Security will receive no increase in 2016 our Congress may get a $3,000 COLA if the coming budget is approved. There are even those in Congress who want to increase their base salaries because they say expenses have increased! According to published reports “The median net worth for a member of Congress in 2013 was over $1 million, and a majority of members are millionaires!” Many entered Congress having salaries of under $50,000 a year and by their second term they were millionaires. Am I the only American who feels something is amiss? Many have spent their careers over the past several years doing nothing but voting against health care and to shut down our government costing us taxpayers billions. Now they want to take away our Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security as they squander our tax dollars. Several of those running for President in 2016 have made this part of their “Dream for America” and like Pied Pipers they have a following.

One has to wonder if these followers need hearing aids!

Gary Philip Guido Ticonderoga

Visit www.suncommunitynews.com for breaking news and photo galleries updated daily To the Editor, Although I am not a resident of the Town of Schroon I would like to take this opportunity to express my respect and admiration for Marcia Newell Hartnett and express what I believe she can bring to the Town of Schroon Board. I have had the good fortune to work with Marcia for the past few years in our roles as presidents of our respective lake associations.

Marcia has a long and proud relationship with the Town of Schroon, is always ready and willing to roll her sleeves up to get the job done and is very cognizant of the need for sustaining and increasing economic development in her Town of Schroon and, therefore, in all of our local economies.

Please consider voting for my friend and colleague, Marcia Newell Harnett in the upcoming election.

Respectfully, Jane B Smith Adirondack NY paid endorsement

COMMENTARY

Little Bits Perspective Gordie Little

Columnist

P

erspective.” It’s among my favorite words.

Others are serendipity and love.

As I scrolled through messages on a social site, I came to one that read, “We all see things differently. Let’s celebrate each other’s unique perspective on the world.” It was credited to Salvador Dali. I’m quite certain he never uttered or wrote that little saying, but his work indicates that he felt that way.

He was my kind of guy— walking through life off the beaten path; outside the box. If you don’t know his work, learn about it; look at his paintings and enjoy his “unique perspective.” I love watches, but I don’t have any that are melted like his.

I spend a lot of time talking to both children and adults about my left-handed philosophy. I invite them to walk with me off the main roads, through the apple orchards, across the streams and into the future, paying careful attention to things that are extraordinary while marching to a different drummer.

The other night, as we were relaxing in our separate easy chairs, I looked over at Kaye and began to quote a cherished poem: “The Owl and the Pussycat went to sea In a beautiful pea green boat..” I have no clue why that popped into my head or leaped onto my lips. She is used to that kind of thing from me and instantly responded: “They took some honey, and plenty of money, Wrapped up in a five pound note.”

We were stuck after that, so I let my fat fingers do the walking and found the original: “The Owl looked up to the stars above, and sang to a small guitar..” She smiled as I read all three verses aloud and we laughed together. We do that often. “I can see all his illustrations in my mind as you read it,” she said.

I wish I could have met Edward Lear to learn what inspired this poem and the others in his book “Nonsense Songs, Stories, Botany and Alphabets.” He explained that he penned them for his best friend’s three-yearold daughter and her mother.

I love words and have written about Lear’s use of the “runcible spoon,” made up out of whole cloth, just for this poem.

Kaye and I are fortunate to have grown up at a time where we were exposed at an early age to such things as Edward Lear’s “nonsense.” Look around the room and see if everyone else with you knows about “The Owl and the Pussycat.” I’ll wager that most under the age of 30 have never heard of it. And, isn’t that sad?

It’s time we bring back all the old books and nursery rhymes from our youth so those that come after us can likewise be delighted as we all celebrate our unique perspectives.

Columnist Gordie Little may be reached at gordie@suncommunitynews.com.

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EYE ON THE ARTS

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R

ead these words carefully. In fact, you may want to read this column aloud because it is packed with upcoming concerts, music workshops, film, and dramatic events; with a dash of relevant history and trivia sprinkled in at no additional charge.

Please, hold your applause ‘till the end of the piece.

And without further ado, I bring you — Piano by Nature.

Patricia McCarty, viola with pianist Hsiao-Ling Lin Violist, will present a program spanning styles from Baroque to avant-garde. Several pieces were inspired by literature and art, including the romantic Joachim Hebrew Melodies (Lord Byron’s poems of this name). The two concerts are Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $5 tickets for students 15 and under. If you are part of a larger group, ask for family rates.

For additional information, visit their website, www.pianobynature.org, or call 518-962-2949.

Piano by Nature holds their concerts at the Hand House, in Elizabethtown.

The house, built in 1849, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Annual Concert: Sweet Expectations

Tony award-winning play performed Our Town Theatre Group will present the outrageous characters from, “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.”

Two middle-aged siblings, sharing a home, complain about their lives. Unexpectedly their movie-star sister drops in on their pity party. And the vixen

‘A Large Boxy Building Sits at the Fork in the Road’

From the outside, the 100-year-old Grange Hall might not look like an entertainment hub. But during one of their programs, the parked cars of loyal patrons tell another story. A visit to their website, www.thegrangehall.info/ home, reveals an impressive variety of programs, and clear directions to the venue. If your questions aren’t covered on their site, you can contact them at 963-4170 or shoot an email to admin@thegrangehall.info.

On select Saturdays, the Champlain Valley Film Society (CVFS) is on the docket and transforms the spot into a hi-tech cinema. Their movie selections tend to capture shows, overlooked by mainstream theaters, and often unavailable for viewing in northern New York. Saturday, Nov. 7, CVFS brings Salt of the Earth to the screen. The documentary on photographer Sebastião Salgado will change the way you look at photographs and the world. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

The ticket prices are fantastic at $6 for adults and only $3 for anyone under 18. Future shows and screening dates are listed at www.cvfilms.org. FYI-The new seats are comfy, and of course, you can take my word for it.

Fifty thousand of my closest friends check these pages for the entertainment scoop. If you would like me to shine a spotlight on your event, send your details to Linda@suncommunitynews.com.

Pictured is the cast of “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike.”

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The Champlain Valley’s Sweet Adeline Choir (CVSAC) is sponsoring their third one-day vocal workshop for Women, ages 12-25, from Northern New York. The young singers named “Sweet Expectations,” will learn a capella and four-part barbershop-style singing.

Karin Ryan, from Tupper Lake, will lead the training, with the assistance of CVSAC members.

Sweet Expectations will debut their newly acquired skills in a concert, later the same afternoon. In addition to Sweet Expectations, the program includes Beartracks, a country, and bluegrass band, known throughout the northeast for their smooth vocal and instrumental harmonies.

The concert will be at Plattsburgh High School on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 3 p.m.

Advanced tickets can be purchased from a Champlain Valley Chorus Member, at Plattsburgh Mail and Shipping, and the Party Factory. Tickets are also sold at the door. Adult tickets are $10, students & seniors $8, and no charge for those under 5.

A portion of the show’s proceeds will be donated to Music for Memory, an organization whose focus is recording personalized playlists for special needs and dementia patients.

Call Carole Harsh, 962-8642 or visit the chorus website at champlainvalleychorus.org for additional information about the concert or workshop.

arrives with her boy toy, Spike.

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Prepare for fast-paced theater at the Northern Lyle Dye Auditorium at Tannery Pond Community Center, 228 Main Street in North Creek.

Curtains open at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24. The following Sunday, Oct. 25, you should be in your seat by 1 p.m., when the house lights dim. Tickets are $12 for adults, and $8 for older high school students.

Due to the subject matter, this play is not recommended for students under 16 years of age. For tickets call 406-8840 or visit OTTGtickets@gmail.com.

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Stefanik announces Military Service Academy Nominations Process GLENS FALLS — Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) announced on Tuesday that her office is accepting applications for qualified students to be nominated to a U.S. Military Service Academy.

“It is one of my highest honors as a Member of Congress to nominate deserving students from New York’s 21st Congressional District to our nation’s military service academies,” said Stefanik. “Serving in our nation’s military is one of the most honorable callings and I look

forward to hearing from our district’s prospective nominees.”

Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. service academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY. The fifth service academy, the

U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA), New London, CT, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment.

Stefanik may nominate up to ten individuals for each vacant academy slot allotted to our district. Interested students are asked to complete, print, sign and submit a nomination form, available at stefanik.house.gov/ services/military-academynominations.

This completed form should be mailed to the

Glens Falls district office, along with the following application materials, prior to Nov. 1, 2015: • Current high school transcript • Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) • Resume detailing extracurricular activities and any employment history • 500-word essay describing your reasons for wanting to serve as an officer in the United States military

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Three letters of recommendations Successful applicants will have a broad academic background, the ability to pass a physical aptitude test, and strong leadership potential.

An applicant must also be a U.S. citizen, a high school graduate between the ages of 17 and 23, unmarried, have no dependents, and be of high moral character. Acceptance of a service academy appointment requires at least a nine-year service obligation, including four years at an academy and five years of

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A member of the Congresswoman’s staff will be in contact later this fall to schedule an interview with the Service Academy Nominating Committee.

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“These are smaller races then the World Cup or Olympics,” Bryant said. “I hope to have fun and make it a great experience this winter, one I am very excited for.”

Bryant will receive emails from her teachers while she is away, while being supplied a tutor.

“My friends are excited for me but also sad because I will be gone,” she said. “I will email with my teachers and have the tutor in Lake Placid.”

A family affair For Bryant, spending the winter on a bobsled track is in her blood.

“My dad (Dan Bryant) did skeleton and my brother and sister did bobsled,” she said. “It was kind of my turn and I wanted to do something on my own. Also, I wasn’t too sure I wanted to go down the track head-first.”

Dan Bryant started racing skeleton at 29 years old with his first competition being held in Winterburg, West Germany in 1982. He raced World Cup for 17 years tharoughout the world, eventually coaching various teams from Japan and Iraq, through the Federation of International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Teams (FIBT). He also coached Jimmy Shea to his gold medal victory at the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics in 2002, less than a month after Shea’s grandfather was killed in a traffic accident involving a drunk driver.

Dyani Bryant was part of the Port Henry Labor Day Parade in September.

Brother Blaise competed on the Jr. Bobsled team until he turned 18, at which time he graduated from Moriah Central School and attended the College of St. Rose, where he earned his degree in journalism and communications.

Sister Joy started her training at the OTC (Olympic Training Center) in Lake Placid for the National USA Luge Team and continued on to race with the Jr. World Cup Skeleton Team. Joy has raced on various tracks around the world, including Salt Lake City, Utah; Innsbruck, Austria; St. Moritz, Switzerland; and Altenburg, Germany. She most recently retired from her career of after attending the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, Russia as a representative of Energy Bits.

“We want her to have fun as an athlete, yet be very serious when it comes to training for as long as this lasts,” said Bryant’s parents, Dan Bryant and Brenda C. Baker. “We are fully aware that things can change on a dime. She has an opportunity to see some of the world, and represent her town, state and country. We are extremely proud of her and cannot thank the community enough for all of the support they have shown to her.”

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Fundraising needed However, Bryant needs to raise funds for the season.

“Nothing in Luge is paid for,” she said. “We have to raise quite a bit of money for the season.”

To help, Bryant and her family will be hosting an auction to support her endeavors at the Port Henry Knights of Columbus Saturday, Oct. 24, starting at 9 a.m.

A great variety of items will be auctioned off, with the preview starting at 9 a.m. and auction starting at 10 a.m. with payments by cash or check.

All this, she hopes, will help lead her to the ultimate dream.

“I would love to get to the World Cup and Olympic level.”

ON THE COVER: Dyani Bryant will compete in several luge events this winter, following in the footsteps of her father, Dan, and siblings Blaise and Joy. Photo provided

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Trivia night to benefit Class of 2016 Teams of four needed for Nov. 6 event

By Keith Lobdell

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SCHROON — Question: How can you help raise money for the senior class at Schroon Lake Central School while showing off your brain power at the same time?

It’s a very simple answer: Find three friends and create a team for the SLCS Class of 2016 Trivia Night, set to take place Friday, Nov. 6, starting at 7 p.m. in the school library.

“It will be a laid back contest open to teams of four people with answering done on paper,” Superintendent Stephen Gratto said.

Registration for the event will be $20 per team if consisting of students and families, or $30 for community businesses and organizations.

All proceeds will benefit the senior class and go toward activities and events which will highlight their final year at the school before graduation.

For more information, email Gratto at sgratto@slwildcats.org.

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healthier kids, but more attentive students in the classroom.

“The kids are not only getting this opportunity but are taking advantage of it as well,” Gratto said. “These kids come to class more prepared to learn and with more energy to last throughout the day.”

So, what happens when the weekend

comes?

That, Gratto said, is covered by the BackPack Program, a service Schroon Lake and several other regional schools are a part of.

Each week, students who may be in need of extra food for the weekend or vacation break are given a backpack filled to meet those needs.

“Our new breakfast and lunch program really fits in well with the Back-

Pack Program, which we are proud to be very active in,” Gratto said.

Gratto said the school takes advantage of local farms and retailers when purchasing food for the cafeteria.

ABOVE: Schroon Lake Central students can now enjoy breakfast and lunch for free thanks to a pilot program introduced through cafeteria manager Julie Holbrook.

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Chapel to host candidates night SCHROON — Mountainside Bible Chapel will host the annual Meet Your Candidates night Sunday, Nov. 1, in the Mountainside Activities Centers, at 6 p.m. Candidates running for office in local and county elections will be in attendance to be a part of the program which is open to all candidates. A challenge will be given for responsible voting, good citizenship and personal involvement in local government. The evening will conclude with a dessert and coffee social which will give those in attendance time to talk with the candidates in a more informal setting. The event is open to the public and everyone is invited to attend.

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ctivities start off Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Schroon Lake Senior Citizens Club with the general meeting, beginning at 4 p.m. Dinner follows at Cafe Adirondack. The first adult coloring get-together was a huge success, so Sheila Yanko decided to hold it on a regular basis. The next session will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 10 a.m. Have U Heard starts up again for the winter months, beginning Friday, Nov. 13, at 12:30 p.m. Each month an interesting topic will be selected and participation is encouraged. On Sunday, Nov. 15, the seniors will attend the Lake George Community Band Veteran’s Day concert. The bus leaves the Club at 2 p.m. The cost of the concert is $12. The Events Committee meets again Thursday, Nov. 19 to plan events for December. Also on Nov. 19, the Gourmet Groupies will dine at an area restaurant. The coordinator, Marion Weaver, will have more information on that event at a later date. Friday, Nov. 20 sees the return of Game Night for the winter months. This event begins at 6 p.m. There will be no food served. The Board of Directors meets Monday, Nov. 23, at 4 p.m. Plans are also in the works for the Club’s annual Christmas party to be held Saturday, Dec. 5. Look for details next month. For information on any of these events, call the Club Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Nutrition is served Monday through Friday. Call 532-0179 to sign up or for more information. The menu is always available on the Schroon Lake Senior Citizens Club Facebook page. In addition to all of the above events and activities, the bus goes to Ticonderoga every Tuesday right after lunch. A trip to Glens Falls is scheduled the first Friday and the third Monday of every month and a quarterly trip is planned to Wilton and the Saratoga casino. Membership is $20.

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SCHROON — There will be a regular meeting of the Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library System Board of Trustees Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Schroon Lake Public Library, at 3 p.m. It will be held in the Community Meeting Room. Every year three “away” Board meetings are held at various member libraries. This will be the final “away” meeting of 2015. The meeting is open to the public.

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Adult coloring craze comes to Schroon Sr. Center

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The Schroon Lake senior citizens are keeping up with the latest trend - adult coloring. The group met at the Club recently to color intricate pictures provided by Sheila Yanko. Sheila read an article about adults getting together to color and decided it would be a relaxing pastime.

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SCHROON — Members of the Schroon Lake Senior Citizen’s Club have gone back to their elementary days, turning the club into a classroom thanks to a new trend which is sweeping the nation.

Adult coloring.

“I became interested in the adult coloring books from articles on the internet,” said Sheila Yanko, who has brought the old hobby made new again to members of the senior citizen organization. “The articles said that coloring is relaxing and stress relieving. As a retired special education teacher, I used coloring with my students to help them become calmer while learning.”

Yanko said she got her inspiration for the adult coloring class from her church Sunday School class.

“As a Sunday school teacher at the Schroon Lake Community Church, the children enjoyed coloring mandalas,” she said. “Mandalas are beautiful designs in a circular shape. They are said to promote healing and calm the mind.”

Yanko has been coloring herself for the past three years, recapturing the joy of younger days.

“I enjoy planning and presenting programs for adults,” she said. “It provides a means for me to use my skills as service to others.”

Yanko presented the idea of adult coloring as an activity for the Schroon Lake Senior Citizens Club as a member of the events committee.

“Each month the committee plans events for the members,” she said. I suggested the adult coloring idea. I think it is important to provide activities that the members can do at the club.”

Ten people showed up for the first coloring class Oct. 13.

“I brought various adult coloring books, crayons, markers, and colored pencils. The coloring provided an opportunity for seniors to socialize and be creative,” Yanko said. “Because people were interested in continuing adult coloring, upcoming dates are Oct. 27 and Nov. 10, 10 a.m. at the Senior Club.

I’m hopeful that the interest will continue and it will be a semi-monthly activity.”

Yanko added, for coloring, “no experience is required and it is a fun way to spend time with friends and make new ones.”

On Campus

Ryan named Commended Student

TICONDEROGA — Principal John Donohue of Ticonderoga High School announced today that Timothy Ryan has been named a Commended Student in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), which conducts the program will be presented by the principal to this scholastically talented senior.

About 34,000 commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise.

Although they will not continue in the 2016 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2016 competition by taking the 2014 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).

“The young men and women being named Commended students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for NMSC. “These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hop that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.”

APU adds Ian Williams to dean’s list AZUSA, CA — Schroon Lake resident and Azusa Pacific University student Ian Williams made the academic Deans’ List at APU. Williams is honored for a spring semester 2015 academic standing of a 3.5 or better grade-point average.

Comes added to Alpha Chi, Dean’s List CAZENOVIA — Michaela A. Comes has been inducted into the Alpha Chi and the Deans List at Cazenovia College.

She is the daughter of Penny and Gary Comes and grand daughter of Myrtle Way of Witherbee. She was one of 16 that got inducted into the ALPHA CHI her grade is a 3.9. We are very proud of you Michaela, Keep the good work up.

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Six inducted to Ticonderoga Hall of Fame

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TICONDEROGA — Along with celebrating a win against the Plattsburgh High School Hornets Oct. 16, the Ticonderoga Sentinel community celebrated the careers of six exceptional athletes as part of the school’s 2015 Hall of Fame enshrinement.

Brett Bechtold and Samantha Patnode from the Class of 2001; Francine (Carson) Bassett of the Class of 2002; and Brendan Graney, Andrew LaVallie and Meagan Tubbs from the Class of 2015 were honored at a dinner before the Friday night football game and ceremony at halftime.

Sun Community News asked members of the newest class of hall of famers’ the following three questions as they were honored on the field: What does it mean to you to be inducted into your schools’ hall of fame?

Bechtold: It is a great honor as everyone would say, and I am very excited to be part of this.

Bassett: It was a surprise to me. It is really awesome to be part of the hall of fame with some of the classmates I graduated with.

Graney: It is a big honor to join the people I am next to as a member of the hall of fame.

LaVallie: I knew a lot of the people who came before me and this is a great honor because Ti athletics gave me a lot.

Patnode: This is an amazing moment for me.

Tubbs: I am honored. This is an awesome tradition we have and I would not be here without great teammates and coaches.

What are your favorite memories from your career at Ticonderoga High School?

Bechtold: The coaches here gave me some of the best memories.

Bassett: Basketball was my passion. Winning sectionals my senior year and all of the friends we made.

Graney: The game against Seton Catholic in the sectional finals and the following year when we won a regional game as well as the sectional title.

LaVallie: Being on a team and with my teammates always built strong memories for me, along with all of the teammates I had.

Patnode: Throwing people out in softball and the games we were able to win. Playing and being part of a team are some of my best school memories.

Tubbs: Winning a sectional final in my senior year and the year we had a perfect regular season.

What advice would you give to the current student-athletes of THS? Bechtold: Be good to your teammates and they will be good to you.

Bassett: Keep playing hard and representing Sentinel athletics.

Graney: Enjoy your time and the people here. This is a great town to play high school sports in.

LaVallie: Give it everything, listen to your coaches, and act like each day is the last day.

Patnode: Take advantage of the sports and other programs the school offers for you.

Tubbs: Enjoy the time because it goes by really fast.

Members of the 2015 Ticonderoga High School Hall of Fame who were honored at halftime of the Oct. 17 Ticonderoga-PHS game included Andrew LaVallie, Samantha Patnode, Francine (Carson) Bassett, Brendan Graney, Meagan Tubbs, and Brett Bechtold.

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St. Mary’s to host ribbon cutting for renovated building TICONDEROGA — St. Mary’s School and the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce announce they will host a Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting, Community Open House for the new St. Mary’s School Thursday, Oct. 29. The ribbon cutting will take place at 1 p.m., with tours of the new school and refreshments until 2:30 p.m. St. Mary’s School is located at 64 Amherst Avenue.

“Our building may have been harmed but our spirit has not been. We are “St. Mary’s Strong.” We are a family that has only been made stronger by what we have endured. Many are still working behind the scenes doing what is needed to put the fin-

ishing touches on the new school. We thank each and every one of you for your kindness, support and prayers over the last year.

We want to use this event as an opportunity to welcome and thank the community who has supported the school in so many ways,” shared Sister Sharon Anne Dalton, Principal of St. Mary’s School.

As many well know the school was destroyed by a fire on night of Sept, 5, 2014.

Thanks to the generosity, love and support from many. St. Mary’s School was able to reopen in two different locations just over a week later (Methodist Church and St. Mary’s Church). St. Mary’s School is a catholic

school for grades Pre-Kindergarten through 8th. Their motto is “Educational Excellence In A Family of Faith.”

“We are honored to continue to work closely with the St. Mary’s team. St. Mary’s is much more than a school they are a family and a community. We are thrilled to be working with them on the Grand Opening and to be able to support them not only as a Member of the Chamber but as an important part of the community,” shared Matthew Courtright, TACC Executive Director, In addition to the actual building being renovated at St. Mary’s School all of the classrooms are completely new and updated, they have the newest technology, and a numerous other improvements throughout the school.

As you enter the school you will also see a sign that states “We survived because the fire inside us burned brighter than the fire

around us.”

“We are truly blessed here at St. Mary’s.

The community both near and far came to our support in a time a great trial. With your combined support of both physical and financial we have come through our crisis and are the better for it. My deep appreciation to all who made our comeback possible, you are all continually in my prayers may God bless you all,” stated Father Kevin D. McEwan of St. Mary’s Church.

For more information on St. Mary’s School visit stmarysschoolticonderoga.org or call 585-7433. For more information the Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting, or Community Open House contact St. Mary’s School or TACC at 585-6619 or chamberinfo@ticonderogany.com. People can also visit ticonderogany.com.

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Plattsburgh State anglers take top spots in Ti tourney Annual Collegiate Cup held for third year

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TICONDEROGA — A duo of Plattsburgh State students took to the waters of Lake Champlain Oct. 17 and brought the New York State Bass Federation’s Lake Champlain-Ticonderoga Collegiate Cup Championship.

The team of Matt Zlomek and Ted Appleton won the top award, bringing in over 18-lbs. of small and large mouth bass.

“It started off slow until about 8 or 9 a.m., then we were getting fish every five to 10 minutes,” Zlomek said. “It was one of the best days I have had in a while.

“It was a whirlwind and we were catching quality fish through out the whole day,” Appleton said. “It was the biggest day I have been a part of. Just one of those days where everything went right.”

The winning team, along with top teams from West Point, Cobleskill, RIT and Penn State will head to the national championship in March.

Along with the top team, Plattsburgh State also placed the second place team of Frank Benedetto and Meghan Gincalone, the latter earning the lunker award for largest fish caught.

“We pulled up to one of my spots,” Gincalone said. “On my second cast between some rocks, she struck. At first I said, ‘I have a fish.’ Then I realized it was a very big fish.”

“We were focusing on islands and rock points,” Benedetto said. “The weather was a little rough in the morning.

It was pretty exciting when Meghan caught her fish.”

“She quietly says, ‘oh, I got a fish,’” said Bob Williams, tournament organizer. “Then she says, ‘oh, I got a big fish.’

Then Frank yells out it is a big fish!”

Zlomek and Appleton won a $1,000 scholarship and the championship trophy. Benedetto and Gincalone won $236, while defending champion Jason Karol of RIT, who finished 23rd at nationals, placed third with $169.

Williams told the anglers they would be welcomed back to Ticonderoga next year.

“We could not do this without our local sponsors,” he said.

“The (Ticonderoga) chamber here are the ones who have been able to fund this event, and we thank them.”

Frank Benedetto and Meghan Gincalone display their catches during the weigh-in at the Collegiate Cup Championships, including Gincalone’s top lunker.

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Matt Zlomek and Ted Appleton with their winning catch (also pictured top left lifting the Collegiate Championship trophy.

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FIVE GENERATIONS: The family of Clara Ross of Ticonderoga recently came together to get a five-generation picture after the birth of Matthew Christopher Backman. Pictured, from left, are Matthew C. Backman; father Matthew Backman (both of LaPlata, Md.); grandfather Clifford H. Backman of Maynard, Mass.; great grandmother Eva Backman of Boston, Mass, and great-great grandmother Clara Ross.

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ILH helps to keep public on their feet TICONDEROGA — Fall is just around the corner, but FALLS should not be just around the corner. Inter-Lakes Health (ILH) wants to help keep people on their feet.

While falls are the leading cause of injury for people 65 years of age and older, they do not have to be an inevitable part of aging.

The Rehab Team at ILH would like to raise awareness about how to prevent fall related injury among the aging population.

A combination of behavioral changes can significantly reduce falls. Experts recommend participating in a physical activity regimen with balance, strength training, and flexibility components; consulting with a health professional to obtain a fall risk assessment; having medications reviewed periodically; getting eyes and ears checked annually; making sure the home environment is safe and supportive.

The ILH Rehab Team is comprised of two Physical Therapists, Merribeth Elling, PT, Director of Rehab Services and Wilson Lebita, PT; one Physical Therapist Assistant, Heather Winters PTA, CLT; one Occupational Therapist, Sarah LaPointe, OTR, one Occupational Therapy Assistant, Cindy Joubert, COTA ; and one Speech Language Pathologist, Kate VanDerZee, SLP all of

which are committed to helping our patients achieve their maximum level of function and independence.

We welcome you to get a prescription from your local provider and schedule an evaluation to begin your fall prevention.

In addition to Fall Prevention, they offer physical, occupation and speech therapy to meet everyone’s needs from Pediatric to Geriatric, including balance, coordination, strengthening, flexibility, batca weight systems, NuSteps, treadmills, myofacial release, kinesio taping, whirlpool, electric stimulation, ultrasound, paraffin, vestibular therapy, lymphedema (complete decongestive and manual lymph drainage and compression garment fitting), pre and post surgical treatments (knee, hip, shoulder, hand, ankle), orthotic and prosthetic training, gait training.

ILH also offers a Wellness Program which is available to all PT/OT patients after full completion of your rehab program. The Rehab Team will design a wellness program to maintain someone’s progress using our facility equipment for only $5 a month, for three months following discharge.

For more information regarding our Rehab Department or to make an appointment, call 585-3810.

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Pearsall ADK Foundation grant to benefit BackPack Program TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Central School recently received a grant from the Pearsall Adirondack Foundation supporting the school’s backpack program. This was the third year that the Foundation has supported the BackPack Program which sends eligible students home each Friday with backpacks filled with nutritious foods to help them eat healthy over the weekend. The grant was underwritten by the Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation, “Dedicated to improving the quality of life for year-round residents of the Adirondack Park.” pearsallfoundation.org.

The backpack program is a joint effort be-

tween Ticonderoga Central and the Kiwanis Club of Ticonderoga. This collaboration works to provide the added nutrition to help these children take better advantage of the growth and educational opportunities they have at school. Ticonderoga Kiwanis also works with other local area schools on their backpack programs. This includes Crown Point Central, St. Mary’s, Putnam Central, Schroon Lake, and Moriah Central schools.

The grants provided by the Pearsall Adirondack Foundation have enabled Ticonderoga Central School and Kiwanis to provide this additional nutrition to many more students.

Thanks to the very generous support the

program has received from donors and charitable organizations like the Pearsall Foundation, the backpack program at Ticonderoga Schools has been able to grow and serve more eligible students. The program began in January, 2013 with 30 students and now will be serving 105 students from Ticonderoga Central Schools in the 2015 – 16 school year. In total, the local area BackPack Program will be serving 230 students at six local area schools.

One hundred percent of all donations is used to purchase the food to fill the backpacks from the Regional Food Bank of Northeast NY. The hope is to be able to continue to grow and expand the program to serve more and more children. The cost to sponsor one child in this program for one year is only $167. For more information, contact John Bartlett at jbartlett1@nycap.rr.com.

Sister Sharon, principal of St. Mary’s School in Ticonderoga received a diocesan wide teaching award on Friday, Oct. 16, in Lake Placid. Bishop LaValley presented the award, and the teachers at St. Mary’s School nominated her for this award, normally given to a classroom teacher. Sister’s overwhelming and unceasing efforts on behalf of the school have been an awesome inspiration to all who have witnessed her deeds. Here she is seen with the picture of Jesus which was given to her by the bishop. She is flanked by her teaching staff (Mrs. Ellie Berube is absent from photo).

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Tiny Tim forms now FCC announces available service TICONDEROGA — The forms to apply for the Tiny Tim Program for the 2015 holiday season are available to be picked up in the lobby of the Ticonderoga Community Building. Deadline for filing is Thursday, Nov. 12.

CROWN POINT — The First Congregational Church, the Brick Church in the Park, invites the community to join them Sunday, Oct. 25, for Sunday Services at 9:30 a.m. The Service will include: Personal and Pastoral Prayers, reflective time, singing, as well as a positive, timely message by Pastor Dave.

Friday, Oct. 30, will be a Movie Night at the Church at 6:30 p.m. All area Children are invited to attend the showing of “Hotel Transylvania.” Canned food or nonperishable item for the local Food Pantry are welcome.

Come and enjoy Goodies, fun, and a great movie!

Trick or Treat at the Hammond Chapel and Trunk or Treat in the Park will be Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

Second Blessings Community Thrift Shop a Ministry of First Congregational Church is open Tuesday, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. If there is an emergent need during nonopen hours, call Pastor David at 597-3398 or Bonnie Landry 597-3028. They are always there to help. Everyone is welcome. For more information and directions to these or any church activities call 597-3398 or 770-1300.

Troop to collect bottles TICONDEROGA — Boy Scout Troop 73 will be holding a bottle drive Sunday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. Donations may be dropped off at the Bicentennial Park or pickup can be arranged by calling Scoutmaster Corinna Woods at 304-3884. All donations are greatly appreciated.

NYSP arrest three in Northway stop SCHROON — On Thursday, Oct. 15, the New York State Police, Troop B - Narcotics Enforcement Unit arrested three individuals following a vehicle and traffic stop on Interstate 87 Essex County.

Jeffrey D. Johnson, 29, of Albany was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd degree, one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree, and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana.

Travis M. Sharp, 35, of Mineville was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd degree, one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree, and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana.

Kathleen A. Savage, 49, of Port Henry was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd degree, one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th degree, and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana.

The following narcotics were located in the vehicle or on the suspects, 100 bags of heroin, 4.7 grams of cocaine, 1/10th gram cocaine, marijuana, and several marijuana smoking pipes.

The three individuals were arraigned in the Town of Schroon Court Friday, Oct. 16, before Town Justice Tribou. Johnson was remanded to Essex County Jail with no bail. Sharp was remanded to Essex County Jail in lieu of $10,000 cash bail or $20,000 bond. Savage was remanded to Essex County Jail in llieu of $20,000 cash bail or $40,000 bond.

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In debate, judge candidates spar over policy, experience Essex County Judge Richard Meyer faces a challenge from Brian Barrett

By Pete DeMola

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ELIZABETHTOWN — Essex County Judge Richard Meyer, seeking to rattle his challenger, Brian Barrett, questioned his experience at a debate last week in Elizabethtown.

“Are you claiming you have more trial experience than me?” Meyer asked Barrett, citing a news report in which Barrett said the best candidate for the job should be based on trial experience.

“In the 10 years I’ve been on the bench, I’ve had many, many trials — too many to court,” said Meyer, citing his decade spent on the job presiding over criminal, family and surrogate’s courts.

Before that, Meyer worked in private practice and as the county attorney.

The judge said Barrett, a Lake Placid-based defense attorney, only had two jury trials in his courtroom, nor has he appeared in his family or surrogate’s courts.

Barrett disputed this, arguing that he has appeared in both. The candidate also noted he has had a number of trials brought to verdict in both state and federal court in his 11 years as an attorney.

This experience is significantly different than Meyer’s specialty in civil litigation, he said.

“What we’re dealing with here are human service cases,” said Barrett.

The debate in Elizabethtown marked the first time the candidates met on stage since declaring their candidacies in January. It’s been a campaign marked with stark differences with how the two view the role of the courts and how to preside over a remote and rural region.

Despite ethical guidelines limiting what the candidates could discuss — specific critiques of each candidate’s record in the courtroom were largely avoided — there was no shortage of thrusts and jabs, including on Essex County’s policy of assigning outside lawyers to family court cases instead of public defenders, who are tasked with handling only criminal cases.

Many of these lawyers are located outside of the county, noted Barrett.

“This is literally pumping money out of our county which would otherwise be spent here,” said the candidate in his opening statement.

Meyer said with over 700 cases per year in family court, making up some 70 percent of the court’s caseload, there simply aren’t enough lawyers in Essex County to meet the demand.

Only 13 have applied and asked to be assigned these cases, said Meyer.

“My opponent, unfortunately, is not one of them.”

The assigned counsel program, which is mandated by the state, operates based on an agreement between the Essex County Board of Supervisors and the Essex County Bar Association, said Meyer.

Attorneys are paid $75 per hour plus expenses, a rate that is set by the state.

“I wish there were more Essex County attorneys who would take cases — but that’s not the reality,” said Meyer.

There is no information to suggest that assigning counsel outside of the county costs more than inside, Meyer said.

“There’s no evidence to suggest that at all.”

Barrett said he has worked in counties across the state.

The public defender’s office in both Franklin and St. Lawrence counties handle family court cases, said Barrett.

“I don’t know what rule Judge Meyer was citing, but at least I’m seeing that happen in other counties,” he said. “Do I think it could happen here? Yes, I think it would be a great savings to the taxpayers of Essex County.”

The two also sparred over specialty courts. Barrett said while drug and veterans treatment courts have their bright spots, he questioned if the benefits justified taxpayer cost if very few people completed those programs.

Meyer countered that even once success story results in money well spent.

“It’s not the number of people in it, it’s what we do for our veterans,” said Meyer.

Meyer and Barrett disagreed on how active the court should be in shaping policy.

Meyer said judges have almost no role in doing so — policies are set by the Office of Court Administration — while Barrett said, if elected, he would like the court to be a stronger voice for advocacy.

The candidates also sounded off on transparency.

“I would like to be a judge that is approachable,” said Barrett, “one who will listen to ideas on both ideas of issues.”

If elected, Barrett said his courtroom would be media friendly. Meyer said while his courtroom is always open to the public, it is not the job of judge to be a public relations person.

And in a rare agreement, both questioned the misconception that family court favors the mother.

“The best interests of the children lie in having them nurtured and guided by both parents and there is no preference, in custody cases, for one parent over the other,” Meyer said, calling the question from an audience member one that is based on false premises.

When parents first come in, the court tries to establish a schedule. But there are many factors in trying to work out a 50-50 split, including residence, travel times and work schedules.

Barrett agreed there is no blanket policy: “Whatever’s in the best interest of the kids,” he said.

Barrett said his parents divorced when he was 18 months old.

“I kind of consider myself a product of family court a little bit and I bring the child’s perspective to the court,” he said.

In his opening comments, Meyer recounted a humble background.

His grandfather emigrated from Poland to Manhattan’s Lower East Side as a teenager, where he sold items from a cart and worked in sweatshops. Eventually, he found his way to Lake Placid.

When Meyer’s father returned from World War II, he moved to Port Henry and opened a chain of pharmacies. Meyer, who attended Saranac Lake High, worked his way through college performing a series of menial jobs, including washing dishes at the student dining hall.

After law school, he married and put down roots in the community.

“Despite my size, I also coached JV basketball,” he quipped.

If re-elected, Meyer said he would continue to be impartial and fair to all of those who enter his courtroom.

Barrett instead focused on his vision for the county, delivering a modified version of his stump speech, including a pledge: “I have no desire to run for supreme court or to seek any higher judicial office than I am running for now,” said Barrett, indirectly referring to Meyer’s stint as Acting Supreme Court Judge.

To illustrate what he said was broad appeal, the candidate cited a series of endorsements from former New York State Police Troop B Commander Maj. Peter Person, the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association and United Steelworkers Local 5 and 497.

If elected, Barrett said he would be non-partisan.

“There’s only the right, fair and objective way,” said Barrett.

Barrett asked Meyer what advice he had for him should he emerge victorious at the polls on Nov. 3.

“Come to the job with passion, committed to hard work and long hours,” said Meyer.

Meyer is running on the Republican and Reform Lines; Barrett, on the Democratic line. The two are engaged in litigation over the Conservative line on the ballot. At present, the vote is tied 46-46.

ABOVE: Candidates for Essex County judge debated in Elizabethtown on Thursday, Oct. 15. Pictured above: Judicial hopeful Brian Barrett, seated, listens as incumbent Judge Richard Meyer delivers comments at the podium.

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Clerk debate exposes divide between experience, role of office

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ELIZABETHTOWN — A debate between Essex County Clerk Joseph Provoncha and his challenger, Luke Hudak, exposed deep contrasts in how the two view the role of the office — As a government agency responsible for generating revenue or a streamlined operation with a limited scope.

Generating revenue is an important part of the office, said Provoncha.

The imposition of an additional tax on the mortgage tax allowed the county to bankroll a $6 million jail facility without raising the levy, said Provoncha, while an additional tax on the transfer tax is aiding the county as it pays off their recently completed $17 million digital radio system.

The office also contributes $750,000 to the county’s general fund.

“My department pays for itself,” Provoncha said.

Hudak argued that raising revenue has not historically been part of that office’s job.

“I don’t think it should be a choice or prerogative of the county clerk or that office to specifically raise funds from county or the taxpayers in that county,” said Hudak.

Hudak, a first-time candidate, said that the of-

fice should instead focus on being efficient with the money that does come in through mandated services.

“What can we do in this county to make our government more efficient to provide effective service and to improve the systems that already exist?” he said.

Provoncha, a Republican, has served for 24 years and has shepherded the office through the digitization of records, the installation of an indexing computer system and the launch of a satellite DMV office in Ticonderoga.

Under his leadership, he noted, the county became the third in the state to implement the electronic filing of court proceedings; work is also underway to digitize deeds from as far back as 1799 and list them in a searchable database.

Hudak conceded Provoncha has done well at making records available to the public. But more work can always been done to guarantee transparency, he said.

And while the candidate also admitted that

he doesn’t have the institutional knowledge of the incumbent, Hudak said he has been successful in the private sector at budgeting and management, citing three promotions in his decade spent in the workforce, one

at each job.

At one point, Hudak directly asked Provoncha why the office has grown despite having a flat population since 1990.

Provoncha acknowledged that while the office has grown to 14 from 12 since he took office in 1992, the number will decrease — unfortunately, he added — as technology takes over.

The candidates also largely agreed on several points.

Both agreed that the state tax law is problematic — in response to a question from an audience member, Hudak said he couldn’t justify how a mortgage tax isn’t a tax on county residents, while Provoncha called the land tax “regressive” — and both said the county will eventually have to implement elements of the SAFE Act that were

originally supposed to be executed by the state.

Hudak, who is running as a Democrat, also noted that the clerk’s office will likely have to confront how the expected hike in minimum wage in New York will affect county departments and businesses.

“Even if it doesn’t affect government workers, it will have a major impact on the citizens of this county,” said Hudak.

Provoncha said the office has a long road ahead to save the DMV as the state pushes for people to procure documents online, a measure that carves the county out of the loop.

He pushed residents to renew their passports and licenses locally.

“Keep the county clerk’s office alive and well as we are there to serve you.”

Hudak said the election comes down to choice.

“Without sounding overly glib or overly cheesy, we’re also in here all Americans. I think it’s really important when we go into the voter’s booth on Nov. 3, we have a choice on the ballot,” he said.

The debate, which was sponsored by Sun Community News on Thursday at Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School, came as voters prepare to head to the polls on Nov. 3.

ABOVE: Essex County Clerk Joseph Provoncha, left, debated challenger Luke Hudak on Thursday, Oct. 15 in Elizabethtown.

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Local group collects over 17,000 syringes in exchange program

By Teah Dowling

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PLATTSBURGH — The Alliance for Positive Health’s Syringe Exchange Program reached new heights by collecting 17,000 used syringes, gaining 61 members, saving nine lives from overdose and getting three people into treatment.

“The heroin epidemic in the North Country is out of control right now and nobody wants to see a program be put in place that’s going to make things worse,” said Diana Aguglia, Plattsburgh regional director for the Alliance of Positive Health. “We feel like we’re part of the solution.”

This program started in June after the health department expressed interest to reduce cases of Hepatitis C and HIV and the numbers of used syringes and needles found in public areas and on the streets that, if reused, can lead to abscesses, infections and blown veins.

The program provides new sterile syringes, other injection supplies and safe disposal of used syringes for addictive, diabetic or hormonal usages.

So far, all 61 participants registered are drug users.

Each participant is registered anonymously giving the Alliance for Positive Health only some demographic information, such as the first two letters of their first and last name, sex and date of birth, along with why they’re using the program to determine the appropriate size of syringe to give them.

After collecting that data, each participant receives an unique ID on a syringe exchange participant card to receive the many items the program has to offer — specifically altered to meet their needs.

Participants who are under the influence for drugs, for example, are given an opioid overdose prevention kit that includes naloxone, a heroin antidote administered through the nose that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, and other supplies and information on how to handle an overdose, which has saved nine participants so far.

If participants are interested, the Alliance for Positive Health does referrals for treatment.

“I think a lot of our participants want treatment, but they’re afraid,” Aguglia said.

“It’s a very physically horrifying experience.”

Their card protects them from prosecution for having syringes in their possession even if there’s a little residue of drugs in the syringes — a part of the program touchy, as Aguglia said, to some people.

“People are going to use heroin or other opioids regardless of whether they have sterile syringes and people aren’t going to start heroin just because there are free needles; they’re already using them,” Aguglia said. “Our job is to keep them safe and healthy.”

Though the Alliance for Positive Health currently serves Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties, they’re planning on expanding their services to a new site in Ticonderoga for January 2016 and invest in a van service for July 2016 to assist people who aren’t able to go to them.

“We want to expand so that we’re able to meet the needs of more people,” Aguglia said.

“Currently, most of the people coming here are Clinton County residents and we would like to make sure we’re reaching the need of Franklin and Essex counties as well.”

For more information about the program or future expansions, visit allianceforpositivehealth.org. To find a nearby syringe exchange program, call 1-800-541-2437.

The Syringe Exchange Program provides new sterile syringes, other injection supplies and safe disposal of used syringes for addictive, diabetic or hormonal usages.

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Ticonderoga’s Ryan Trudeau (44) and Caleb Munson (75) track down a Plattsburgh ball carrier during their Oct. 16 game.

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Let the Section VII postseason begin!

Soccer, football playoff pairings set, more league and sectional titles to come

By Keith Lobdell

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With the changing of the leaves and shortening of the days, the Section VII championships are right around the corner.

The postseason began last week with the Section VII gymnastics championships, and were kicked into high gear this week with soccer and football playoffs under way.

Boys soccer The fields have been set for the Section VII boys soccer championships, with Plattsburgh High, Lake Placid and Northern Adirondack earning the top seeds in classes B through D, respectively.

Class D Northern Adirondack is the lone team to receive a bye in their first appearance in the Class D playoffs, ousting perennial top seed Chazy, who dropped down a line to the second seed and will play seventh seed Willsboro Friday, Oct. 23, 3 p.m. at George Brendler Field.

Also on Oct. 23, the third seed Griffins of ElizabethtownLewis and Westport will face fifth seed Crown Point at Camp Dudley with a 3 p.m. kick off, while fourth seed Keene will play fifth seed Johnsburg/Schroon Lake, also at 3 p.m. at Keene Central School.

The Keene/Johnsburg winner will travel to Ellenburg to face Northern Adirondack in the Class D semifinals, scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27. The winners of the other two quarterfinal games will also square off that day, with the higher remaining seed hosting the contest and time to be announced.

The Class D championship game is scheduled to be played at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Plattsburgh High School.

Girls soccer Northeastern Clinton, Northern Adirondack and Keene hold the top positions starting the sectional playoffs for the ladies.

Class C The Lady Bobcats will remain in Class C to defend their sectional title, and will await the winner of the Tuesday, Oct. 20 opening round game between the fourth seed Seton Catholic Knights and fifth seed Ticonderoga Sentinels (3 p.m., Seton Catholic).

The winner of that game will meet NAC Thursday, Oct. 22, 5 p.m. at Chazy, followed by a 7 p.m. game between second seed AuSable Valley and third seed Lake Placid.

The semifinal winners will meet at Plattsburgh High School Wednesday, Oct. 28, for a 5 p.m. kick off.

Class D Perhaps the most surprising part of the Class D girls’ playoffs is who will not be attending the ball.

Perennial Division III power Minerva/Newcomb opted not to bring its team to the sectional playoffs one year removed from a championship game appearance, while potential Cinderella Schroon Lake, the only team to earn a result against top seed Keene with a 0-0 draw in the final game of the regular season, decided not to try on the glass slippers.

As a result, Keene and second seed Chazy will have byes in the quarterfinal round while third seed Crown Point will host sixth seed Johnsburg Thursday, Oct. 22, at 3 p.m., while the fourth seed Lady Griffins of Westport/Elizabethtown-Lewis will host fifth seed Moriah at Camp Dudley, also at 3 p.m. Oct. 22.

The Crown Point/Johnsburg winner will face Chazy Monday, Oct. 26, 6 p.m. at George Brendler Field. Keene will host a 3 p.m. contest the same day against the winner of the Griffins/ Vikings quarterfinal contest.

The Class D title game will take place Saturday, Oct. 31, at Plattsburgh High School with an 11 a.m. kick.

Football While playing against Section II competition this week, the top two teams in the Champlain Valley Athletic Conference have their sites set on a Halloween Eve thriller at AuSable Valley Central School.

The Moriah Vikings will take their 7-0 league record to AVCS as they will face the Ticonderoga Sentinels, whose only regular season loss came against the Vikings, to determine the Class D championship Friday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m.

In Class C, AuSable Valley and Saranac Lake will return to the sectional finals for the second year Saturday, Oct. 31.

Also on Halloween, top Class B seed Peru will take on the winner of the Plattsburgh High Beekmantown game, which is set for Saturday, Oct. 24, 1:30 p.m. at BCS.

Judd DeBrobander and Crown Point will open the Section VII/Class D playoffs on the road against the Griffins at Camp Dudley.

Friday, Oct. 23 Girls swimming — All CVAC Schools CVAC Invitational, at Plattsburgh High School, 5 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 26

Cross Country

Girls Soccer — Mountainside Christian Academy at Kings, 5 p.m.

The CVAC championships in cross country will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, with the sectional championships taking place the following Friday, Nov. 6, at the Cobble Hill Golf Course in Elizabethtown.

The NYSPHSAA championships will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at Monroe Woodbury High School in Central Valley.

Tuesday, Oct. 27

Swimming The Section VII championships return to the AuSable Valley swimming pool in Clintonville Saturday, Nov. 7, with the NYSPHSAA championship meet taking place Nov. 20-21 at Ithaca College.

Schedule

Cross Country — Elizabethtown-Lewis at Lake Placid (Seton Catholic, Ticonderoga, Moriah, Westport) Thursday, Oct. 29 Girls swimming — All CVAC Schools Relay Carnival at AuSable Valley, 5 p.m.

Cross Country — Southern Schools League Championship at Queensbury, 4:15 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 30 Football — Section VII/Class D Championship: Ticonderoga v. Moriah, AuSable Valley CS Saturday, Oct. 31 Cross Country — CVAC Meet at Peru or Seton Catholic (TBD)

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Notes from the North Woods Joe Hackett

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Opening Day

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s the first snow of season continues to dusts the High Peaks, Autumn has taken full command of the land. I always enjoy getting out at this time of year to take in the season’s cool, breezy winds, which come tainted with a heady mix of decaying leaves, and woodsmoke.

October has a unique scent, which beckons all sportsmen and women to step outside. While the Fall season initially provides a spectacular display of fiery technicolor foliage, it will soon morph into a mellow, yellow patchwork of birch,

poplar and evergreens and the looming conclusion of foliage season.

As the wind and rain begin to strip away the remaining foliage from the hillsides, the thick, dark forests will gradually open up to hunters. The process always results in a natural transformation of the hills and valleys, while a series of corresponding social adjustments will take place in the local towns and villages, where the question, “Didja’ get your’s yet?” will again be considered a proper greeting.

By mid-November, it will be difficult to find a local tradesman that’s available to fix a squeaky door, or repair a leaky faucet. As the ‘rut’ grows near sportsmen, and women will put all other matters aside, as they take to the woods in pursuit of whitetails. Although hunting has traditionally been considered primarily a male pursuit, female hunters have largely been responsible for filling the steadily diminishing ranks of the hunting fraternity in recent years.

Yes, it’s true. Lady’s do hunt. It’s no longer exclusively a ‘man’s game, as evidenced by the increasing number of newcomers to the hunt. Statistics show a 36 percent increase in women hunters since 2001, with over 70.6 million dollars spent on women’s hunting licenses since 2009.

Rookies welcome, Veterans willing to learn Although every human being is born with a natural compulsion to hunt, we have learned to temper these instinctive behaviors as civilization progressed.

Unfortunately, without the opportunity to hone these inherent hunting skills and abilities with regular practice and training; our skills have Cool evenings, and the warm morning air combine to create heavy fog in the valleys, which can limit a hunter’s largely atrophied. Essentially, visibility. it’s the same as any personal

Our season!

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he campers have rolled out, and the beach people are heading south to warmer sands. Fall is coming. For some it is a sad event. For others, well, we welcome fall; the change of colors, the cool stream waters with spawning trout, salmon, and steelhead following up.

Then of course, there’s fall hunting season.

Pheasant and grouse are favorites for bird hunters. High brass loads, the smell of gun powder and a bulge in the back of your hunting vest game bag are what we enjoy! Then there is the sound of the pump! Sweet soul

A smiling puppy after a pheasant hunt recently.

music!

Watching a hunting dog work and flushing a bird is the real thrill of bird hunting. Taking a bird is second. Seeing the smile on a dog’s face when he is out doing what nature meant, is what a day in the field is all about.

Taking your favorite hunting buddy along, flushing birds and enjoying the full moon rise over a grassy field after an afternoon’s hunt is something you remember all your life.

Choosing what to do that day is a challenge. There is fly fishing and bird hunting, while whitetail deer and bear also rival for our time.

The streams are starting to shutter from the backs and fins of fish heading from the lake to the streams, in search of spawning gravels.

Be wary of old does, as they are always on the lookout for danger.

While bucks eventually let their guard down as the rutting period begins, does will remain on guard.

skill; if you don’t use it, you loose it.

Whether we like it or not, humans are predators by design, with eyes that set on the front of our head, with ears on the side. Our teeth are intended to tear and chew meat, and our digestive system is capable of processing it.

While we continue to practice the skills of stalking and capturing prey, it typically occurs at a very young age. In fact, the vast majority of humans no longer have possess either the skills, or the knowledge to fully utilize our natural, predatory design.

Most of the childhood games we all played, including Clench a Wench, Red Rover, Hide and Seek, Tag, Blind Man’s Bluff and Capture the Flag have been around for centuries.

Initially, these games were intended to hone our natural predatory, stalking and hunting skills. If I paid more attention in Kindergarten, I’d probably be a much better hunter today. Many of those lessons focused on how to pay attention, and sit still, quietly, without looking all around or fidgeting in your seat. In hindsight, the lessons were all applicable to hunting.

On the Hunt Although hunters have been out in the woods for several weeks already, hunting with a variety of longbows, compound bows, crossbows and an assortment of muzzleloaders, breechloaders and freeloaders; I’ve had only a few reports of deer being taken. I expect the tables will turn, when the Regular Big Game season begins at sunrise Saturday, Oct. 24.

Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook.

Contact him at brookside18@adelphia.net.

Pools fill with fish, waiting for the rains to show them the way up, upstream to clean gravel where they make their reeds and create new life. Life goes on!

Trout and salmon, swinging flies and down time on a stream or lake side makes a person healthy and calm. Hooking into a nice fish and seeing the marvel of nature, the colors and patterns of a rainbow, brookie, brown or salmon are something even an artist tries to mimic!

Fall’s colors, whether it is a maple leaf, a misty morning rainbow or Oncorhynchus mykiss, it’s why we rise early; to see the day wake up. It’s something a morning person understands.

Putting on a pack and heading out into the woods with a 700 .270 rifle, full pack to get you through the day and wander lust in the soul while on the search is truly freedom!

Maybe it’s a wilderness camp site you will spend a day to two at, or even longer, it will be home for the woods wise. Camp fire smoke, meals over a fire and wool coats. Yea, Life is good!

Deer tracks, rubs and runs are always on the mind of the hunter; eyes ever peeling for movement or some kind of sign. A winter’s

Along the lake in the fall.

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store of fresh meat taken nature’s way, from the woods is what we desire and thrive on.

Fish, fowl and deer or bear steaks can all be on an outdoors menu this fall.

The beach people will be sipping cocktails in the sun under an umbrella, while we will be having a stream cooled beer after the hunt.

Sitting on a tailgate with a bird or two and a smiling puppy, or up in the woods sitting by the fireside after a long days hunt, it doesn’t matter. We are free!

When the cold winter winds blow, it’s minus 10 degrees outside, maybe then we will become beach folk for a week or two. Sitting in the southern sun or under the umbrella sipping a cocktail or two in February is OK with me.

Yea, life is good! We are Free!

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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Supers boost ballot security Absentee ballots will be transported from post office to county complex in locked bag

By Pete DeMola

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ELIZABETHTOWN — Ahead of next month’s general election, Essex County lawmakers have voted to tighten up the chain of possession for absentee ballots.

A locked bag will now be used to transport the ballots from the Elizabethtown Post Office to the Essex County Government Center, which is located right behind the facility, separated by a thin copse of trees.

Supervisor Gerald Morrow said he called the special session after concerns started trickling back to him about security.

Typically, mail is picked up by county workers each morning and brought to the mailroom. Material from

the board of elections is placed in a locked box and retrieved by a pair of deputies, one from each political party.

The room and hallways are monitored by security cameras.

Despite these measures, some are concerned about potential holes.

Harry Gough, who attended the session with several other citizens, said he knew of at least three absentee ballots that were sent in 2013 but never counted.

“We don’t know of any absentee ballots that weren’t returned to us,” said Republican Election Commissioner Allison McGahay. “Our county employees do an excellent job with the security of ballots.”

The manila envelopes containing absentee ballots have no marks that could identify voters, a policy McGahay implemented after taking office in Feb. 2013.

Both the return address and destination address is to the Board of Elections.

While the board sends out absentee ballots, it’s up to the voter to opt to return them.

Both McGahay and her

counterpart, Mark Whitney, said the system worked well and approved the increased security measures.

“I would fully support idea of a locked bag,” said McGahay.

Willsboro Supervisor Shaun Gillilland, who serves as the Essex County Republican Chairman, said he looked into the issue at the request of Bethany Kosmider, his Democratic counterpart.

Gillilland hashed out the agreement with the postmaster.

“We need to close any window of accusation there,” he said.

Kosmider later called the update “long overdue.”

“I think that it’s the only way to see the mail is secure,” said Kosmider.

Gillilland was easy to work with, she said.

“We didn’t want the perception of wrongdoing for anyone.”

The 10 lawmakers present at the special meeting voted unanimously for the upgrade.

The new policy is scheduled to go into effect on Tuesday.

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OBITUARIES

Geraldine ‘Mitzi’ Wood CROWN POINT — Geraldine “Mitzi” Wood, 79, of Crown Point, N.Y., passed away on Friday, Oct. 16, 2015 at her home.

She was born March 16, 1936 in Crown Point, the daughter of Chester and Helen Whitford.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Harvey Wood; three children, Thomas, Kathleen and Chester Wood; one sister, Brenda Putnam.

She had many jobs other than wife and mother.

She worked as a substitute teacher in Crown Point Central School, as secretary for a lawyer and for the State Bank of Albany in Ticonderoga. She also was the Town Clerk and tax collector for Crown Point for 17 years, and a secretary and bookkeeper for Crown Point Telephone for over 20 years.

She enjoyed “cooking”, canning, crocheting, sewing, ceramics, and riding Harleys. She loved to travel, seeing all 50 states. She lived life to the fullest. She was the greatest friend to many who loved her. She showed great strength and courage with the odds stacked against her. Now she is in God’s hands, at peace.

A celebration of life will be at the Crown Point United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 25th, 11:00 a.m. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Crown Point United Methodist Church in memory of Geraldine “Mitzi” Wood.

Online condolences and memorial candles may be offered at www.harlandfuneralhome. com.

Port Henry vote Oct. 27

ELIZABETHTOWN — The referendum vote on whether or not to move forward with the dissolution process in the Village of Port Henry will take place Tuesday, Oct. 27, from noon until 9 p.m. at the Port Henry Volunteer Fire Department.

The third in a series of public information meetings on the topic took place Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m. at the Port Henry Knights of Columbus, less than a week before the Oct. 27 referendum vote on whether or not to disband the incorporated municipality.

Members of the community had a chance to hear from the LaBerge Group, who is overseeing the updating of the 2010 dissolution survey.

Cuomo announces two new energy projects ALBANY — Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the approval of two North Country energy projects on Monday that will help improve the reliability of electricity transmission in the region and throughout the state.

The actions call for the

replacement of an aging cable between New York and Vermont that travels under Lake Champlain, and funding to license and design the rebuild of the 85-mile Moses-Adirondack transmission lines, which are more than 70 years old.

“These projects will help

create a modern, more reliable and more resilient power grid for the North Country and New York as a whole,” Gov. Cuomo said.

“This administration has taken significant steps to rebuild this state’s energy infrastructure and we remain committed to creating one of the most innovative power grids in the country.”

TRANSMISSION CABLE OVERHAUL The first project is a $68 million replacement of transmission cables that connect a New York Power Authority substation in Plattsburgh to a substation in Milton, Vt., owned by the Vermont Electric Power Co. The line is capable of two-way transmission so one utility could bolster the other’s supply on peak demand days. Vermont Electric will help pay for the project.

The work includes the design, fabrication and installation of new terminal structures at the substations as well as the replacement of 1.7 miles of cables along the bottom of Lake Champlain.

Four new cables are being installed to replace some that were originally installed in the 1950s and 1970s. The new cables can support increased energy demand and will have fiber-optic capability for current zand future communications needs.

SMART PATH The second project is the first phase of SMART Path, the replacement of the New York Power Authority’s Moses-Adirondack transmission lines. They run 85 miles from Massena,

home to the St. LawrenceFDR hydroelectric plant, to a substation in Croghan, Lewis County. The 230 kV lines were built by the federal government in 1942 and were acquired by the New York Power Authority in 1953.

The route for all but eight miles of the lines travels on outmoded wooden structures that need to be replaced periodically. New 230 kV lines on steel structures that will sit on concrete foundations will be installed. All construction is expected to be on the existing right-of-way in order to minimize the impact on the environment and adjacent property.

These projects are part of the New York Energy Highway Blueprint initiative, an important building block under the Governor’s Reforming the Energy Vision, which works to ensure the state’s power grid is the most advanced in the nation and promote increased business investment in New York.

PART OF AN ONGOING STRATEGY The projects were approved by the New York Power Authority Board of Trustees, and are also consistent with the Governor’s Reforming the Energy Vision strategy, which is pioneering a new statewide approach to spur clean energy innovation, bring in new investments, and improve consumer choice by creating a safe, clean and affordable energy infrastructure that creates jobs and provides economic development.

“The Lake Champlain cables and the Moses-Adirondack lines play an integral

role in the reliability of the State’s electric supply,” said Gil C. Quiniones, New York Power Authority President and CEO. “The end result will be systems that will not only expand the State’s electric capacity, but do so by deploying state-of-the-art technology while having a minimal impact on the environment.”

The New York Power Authority owns and operates approximately one-third of the state’s high-voltage power lines, and has transmission assets and facilities that date back to the 1950s, including these cables.

The first project is part of a $726 million, multi-year transmission life extension and modernization effort launched by the New York Power Authority in 2012 as part of the Energy Highway Blueprint.

For the second project, the trustees ratified a $2.76 million contract with Louis Berger & Associates, P.C., a New York firm, to shepherd the licensing review, which is expected to take about two years. Construction on the line is slated to begin in 2018 and last until 2023.

When completed, technological improvements that are part of SMART (Strengthening MosesAdirondack with Resilient Technology) Path will ensure an uninterrupted supply of electricity on highdemand days.

Reforming the Energy Vision is Governor Cuomo’s strategy to build a clean, resilient and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers. It is transforming New York’s energy policy with new state-wide initiatives and regulatory reforms.

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New literacy initiative seeks to reduce prison recidivism LAKE PLACID—After their release, two out of three prisoners end up becoming re-incarcerated, says a local literacy group.

It’s because of these statistics that a new initiative has been launched to train qualified inmates to tutor other inmates.

More than 70 percent of incarcerated people can’t read above a 4th grade level, say the Literacy Volunteers.

“I am so excited about this initiative because education plays such a big role in people’s success rate when re-entering society,” said Executive Director Marie Despres. “National studies show that prison education programs reduce recidivism by over 40 percent! That means that fewer people are going back into jail after they get released, just because they are better educated.

Literacy Volunteers Board of Directors and FCI Raybrook Warden Stephen Langford said he is grateful for the group and their efforts.

“This kind of program in our prisons helps change the culture for the better, which makes it safer for the inmates, staff and loved ones,” said Langford. “They are making a real difference in people’s lives.”

Literacy Volunteers recruits and trains volunteer tutors to work one-on-one with students. Each tutor attends an accredited training program that gives them the skills to effectively tutor adult students in both basic literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL). LV then matches trained tutors with adult students in need of training in either Basic Literacy,

financial support of community members who are willing to help make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Literacy Volunteers of Essex and Franklin County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps adults achieve their personal goals through literacy.

For more information, contact Marie Despres at 546-3008 or director@litvol.com.

ESL, or help with obtaining a High School Equivalency (HSE) qualification.

Once a student/tutor match is made, Literacy Volunteers provides ongoing resources, learning workspaces in Port Henry, Saranac Lake, Lake Placid and Malone, and tracks progress toward educational goals.

As a community based non-profit, Literacy Volunteers of Essex/Franklin Counties relies heavily on the kindness and

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INDIAN LAKE - Art House Thursday. Indian Lake Theater. 7 p.m.

Details: 648-5950, indianlaketheater.org. Every Thursday.

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TICONDEROGA - Bingo, Ticonderoga fire house, 6:45 p.m. Doors 5 p.m. Every Thursday.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS CHESTERTOWN - Chester Library, Chester Municipal Center, Main St. Story Time and Sing-A-Long 10:30 a.m. Details: 494-5384 or chesterlibrary.org. Every Friday.

JOHNSBURG – Preschool Story Hour & Craft Time, Johnsburg Public Library, 219 Main Street, Every Fri., 10am-11am. Details: 518-251-4343.

NORTH CREEK/LONG LAKE Preschool story hour, craft time.

Town of Johnsburgh Library. 10 to 11 a.m. Every Friday.

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NORTH CREEK - Play Group is sponsored by North Country Ministry, and meets on the first, second and third Tuesday mornings each month, from 10-11:30 am at the Adirondack Community Outreach Center on Route 28 between North Creek and Wevertown. We offer creative play experiences for babies, toddlers and three year olds, accompanied by a caregiver.

For more information call Teresa at 251-4460.

LONG LAKE - Fall Blood Drive to be Held October 23rd Blood donations help millions of patients in need. One pint of blood can save up to three lives and on Friday, October 23rd you can help save lives.

Sign up for the blood drive at the Long Lake Town Hall by calling Steph at 518-624-3077. Appointments are available from 12:305:30pm and walk-ins are welcome!

WARRENSBURG - The Clothing Center and Baby's Place at North Country Ministry, 3933 Main Street, Warrensburg will be open Saturday, November 14, 11:00am 1:00pm to accommodate working families who may not be able to come during our weekday hours.

We are an outreach organization here to help local families. Come find the winter clothes you need as the days grow colder. For additional information call 518-6232829.

TICONDEROGA - Adirondack Trailriders, year-round, 7 p.m. Ticonderoga Fish & Game Club. Second Wednesday.

INDIAN LAKE - Senior Citizens Bingo. Senior citizens mealsite.

12:30 to 3 p.m. Details: 648-5412.

Every Monday.

TICONDEROGA - American Legion Post #224 Monthly Meeting. Second Thursday

LONG LAKE - Nutrition Site serving lunch to our area seniors . Monday-Friday @ Noon Great lunch and social time. All are welcome, so come join us! Call Colleen Smith at 518-624-5221

FARMER'S MARKETS

TICONDEROGA - Town of Ticonderogas Regular Town Board meeting. 6 p.m. Second Thursday.

SCHROON LAKE – Fall Frenzy Story Time at the Schroon Lake Public Library, Thursdays October 22nd – November 19th 10:30 a.m.

All ages welcome. Join us for stories, crafts, songs, healthy snacks!

TICONDEROGA - YMCA Teen Center. 123 Champlain Ave. Open hours: Grades 6 to 12, 3 to 6 p.m.

Grades 9 to 12, 7 to 9 p.m. Membership free, form required silverbay.org. Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org. Monday through Thursday

PORT HENRY - Range of Motion Class. Parish Center, St. Patricks Place. 9:30 a.m. Details: Peg Waldron 546-7582, Delores Lash 5467128. Every Monday.

PORT HENRY Port Henry Knights of Columbus, bingo, 7 p.m. Every Monday

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TICONDEROGA - Take Control Exercise classes. Ticonderoga Armory Senior Center. 9:30 a.m.

Free. Details: 585-6050, rsvp@logocail.net. Every Wednesday.

WARRENSBURG - Weekly computer instruction class, 3 to 4 p.m.

Richards Library, Elm St. and Library Ave. Topic changes weekly.

Details: 623-3011, visit the Friends Facebook page. Every Tuesday.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH CROWN POINT – Food Pantry, United Methodist Church, 1682 Creek Road, every Thursday, 9am11am.

LONG LAKE - Alcoholics Anonymous, lower level Wesleyan Church. 7 p.m. Every Tuesday.

TICONDEROGA - AA “Big Book” Meeting. Inner Lakes/Moses Ludington Cafeteria. 7 p.m. Every Thursday.

TICONDEROGA - Alzheimers Caregiver Support Group monthly support group for caregivers InterLakes Health, Ethan Allen Library.

4 p.m. Details: 564-3370. Second Tuesdays TICONDEROGA - Celebrate Recovery meetings. Board room, Moses Ludington Hospital. 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Open to public. Details: Vince 4299173. Every Wednesday.

TICONDEROGA - Essex County Lethernecks, Marine Corps League, Det 791, Ticonderoga American Legion Post. 6 p.m. Active Marines and Marine Veterans invited. First Thursday of every month.

TICONDEROGA - Grief support group meetings.

Beginning through Oct. 28. Ticonderoga area.

5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Preregister. Details: Cam Brown 942-6513. Forth Wednesday.

TICONDEROGA - Support group people family members addictions.

Library at Heritage Commons nursing home. 6:30 p.m. Every Monday.

TICONDEROGA Men's Breakfast Cornerstone Alliance Church 178 Montcalm Street Ticonderoga NY Is having a free breakfast Sat. Oct. 24th, starting at 7:30 AM. Any questions or further details please contact Pastor Charlie @ 518585-6391. Hope to see you there!

TICONDEROGA – WIC schedule at the Cornerstone Alliance Church October 5, 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM October 19, 9:30 am - 2:15 PM October 26, 9:30 am - 2:15 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296

WARRENSBURGH – Warrensburgh Riverfront Farmers Market, River Street, Fridays through October, 3pm-6pm. Details: 518-4665497 LECTURES & SEMINARS NORTH CREEK - Huntington lecture series 7 to 8 p.m. Details: esf.edu/aic/programs/lectures.htm.Thursdays.

PUBLIC MEETINGS CROWN POINT - Crown Point Fire District Board of Commissioners meet. AE Phelps Fire Station. 6:30 p.m. Second Wednesday each month.

CROWN POINT - Monthly meeting.

Hammond Library. 4 p.m. Second Thursday.

HAGUE - Hague Fish & Game Club meetings. 7 p.m. Third Tuesday PORT HENRY - Lake Champlain Fist and Game Club meeting. Chever Hole, Whitney St. 6 p.m. Bad Weather, Walts Used Cars.

Through October. First Thursday.

PORT HENRY - Town of Moriah Town Board meetings. Town Courthouse, 42 Park Place. 6 p.m.

Second Thursday.

SILVER BAY - Northern Lake George Rotary Club meeting. Silvery Bay YMCA of ADK. 7:30 a.m.

Details: Diane Dickson 543-8051.

Every Tuesday.

STONY CREEK - Garden club meeting following 10 a.m. Stony Creek Free Library. Details: 6965911. Every Saturday.

TICONDEROGA - FOE Adirondack Aerie #4410 Monthly Meetings.

2nd & 4th Wednesday of the Month 7:00 p.m. 103 Main Street, Upstairs, Ticonderoga, NY 12883 Details: 518-585-3690

TICONDEROGA – Town of Ticonderoga October Meeting Schedule.

Financial w/ any other business Tuesday, Oct. 27th 11:30am.

Public Works Tuesday, Oct. 27th 8:30am Highway/Recycling Thursday, Oct. 29th 8:30am Public/Safety Monday , Oct. 26th 5:00pm.

Youth committee Monday, Oct. 19th 5:00pm Armory Ti Area Adult Seniors Wednesday, Oct. 21st 1:00pm Armory All Meetings held in the Basement Meeting Room.

WESTPORT - The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County will be having its Annual Meeting on Friday October 30 from 6 to 8 pm at the CCE Building in Westport on the Fairgrounds. Please contact our office if you plan to attend at 962-4810 ext 0 or essex@cornell.edu by October 26.

NORTH CREEK - Gore Mountain Seniors Covered dish supper meetings. Details: 251-2711. Fourth Wednesday of each month.

NORTH CREEK - The Gore Mt. Seniors will hold their final covered dish supper for the fall season on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 5:15 p.m. at the North Creek Meal Site. Please bring a dish to pass.

Following dinner Susan Schmidt, our Town Librarian, will speak about the many services our library has to offer.

NORTH CREEK – Mondays & Thursdays there will be Osteobusters exercise program. Free.

50+. 12:45 p.m. Johnsburg Senior Center. Details: Helene Goodman 251-2846. Doctors clearance before first session TICONDEROGA - Free arthritis exercises. Ticonderoga Senior Center, 10 to 11 a.m. Details: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County 962-4810, mba32@cornell.edu. Second and Fourth Wednesday VENDORS

WESTPORT-The Boy Scouts will be meeting from 7:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday at the WADA Building For more info: troop8063@gmail.com, Jill Lobdell 962-4664 or Larry Carroll 569-5431.

SENIORS CROWN POINT - Knapp Senior Center, 3 to 6 p.m. Dinner 4 p.m.

Senior Center, Methodist Church Creek Road. Details: Tatum 5974491.Wednesday & Thursday.

ICONDEROGA - Free arthritis exercises, Inter-Lakes Health cafeteria, 2 until 3 p.m. Details: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County 962-4810, Mary mba32@cornell.edu. Every Third Monday.

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Ti district announces early dismissal TICONDEROGA — There will be an early dismissal for students at Ticonderoga Central School District and St. Mary’s School Tuesday, Oct. 27. There will be staff development activities during the afternoon.

Dismissal times will be as follows: Elementary School 1:05 p.m. Middle School 1:10 p.m. St. Mary’s School 1:15 p.m. High School 1:20 p.m. For any questions call the office at 585-7442 ext. 1135.

Ti Arts show to be displayed TICONDEROGA — The North country Arts Center Show will be on display thru Saturday, Oct. 31, at the Downtown Gallery.

Election turkey dinner to be served TICONDEROGA — The “Original” Election Day Turkey Dinner will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3, at the First United Methodist Church in the church fellowship hall. Takeouts will be from 4 to 5 p.m. and sit-down dining will start at 5 p.m. All are welcome.

For more information visit tifumc.com or go to Facebook for more information about this dinner and the church. The regular “First Sunday, Free Community Fellowship Dinner” will NOT be held in November but will return in December.

NCCC to hold pre-licencing course

On Saturday, Oct. 17, Ticonderoga Elks Lodge No. 1494 sponsored a River Walk Benefit for “Friends Comforting Friends,” a local non-profit organization that helps cancer patients with gasoline cards and comfort baskets. For a $10 donation, those participating in the walk received a picnic buffet as well as illuminated balloons that were released at dusk to honor those fighting their courageous battle with this disease. If you are interested in further supporting this worthy cause, please call Wendy Shaw at 586-6187.

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1970 Oldsmobile Cutlas (S), good driver or restore to 442 clone, bucket seats, build sheet, 12 bolt rear, $3495 OBO. Also, 1970 Cutlas Project Car, $2995 OBO. 802349-4212 VT CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! Top $$$$$ PAID! Running or Not, All Years, Makes, Models. Free Towing! We're Local! 7 Days/Week.

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TICONDEROGA — North Country Community College’s Center for Lifelong Learning announces it’s New York State Pre-Licensing Course for future drivers. The five-hour class is to educate future drivers about safe and efficient driving skills. Anyone who wishes to take the NYS driver’s license road test but does not possess a blue card must complete this course.

Instructor Gerald Goulet will be teaching the course Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Ticonderoga Campus, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuition and pre-registration must be completed in person at the Main Office at the Ticonderoga Campus. Call 891-2915 ext. 2201 for more information regarding registration for the course in Ticonderoga. Registrations will be taken Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Participants need to read the New York State Driver’s Manual prior to attending class.

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1985 2 ½ Ton Army Truck, 13, 181 miles, good condition + extra parts, $6500. 518-251-3624.

MG Midget 1971 Conv. Red, New Tires. Can be seen at call for details. 518-962-8276

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2004 FORD F-150 Lariat Crew Cab Pickup 5.4L 4x4 Black. 91k mi. $3000 Text anytime (586) 960-5594! With Leather And Moon Roof! Awesome Truck!

Super Clean 2004 Ford, 4WD, 4 door, Supercew cab, ½ ton, PW, PL, inspected, low mileage 107K. Retails for $13,500 sell for $9,995. 802349-4212.

2005 Chevy Crew Cab LS, 4WD, loaded, low miles, 131K, auto, inspected, retails for $14,500, sell for $8,999. 802-349-4212.

Ford F250 4x4,101k miles, many new parts, $5500. 518-251-3266.

BOATS 14' Adirondack Guide Boat complete w/trailer, oars, cover & cherry caned seats. Never been used. $5500 firm. 518-642-9576 1968 Launch Dyer 20' Glamor Girl, Atomic 4 inboard engine, 30HP, very good cond. Safe, reliable, spacious, ideal camp boat.

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2000 Bayliner 2655 Ciera w/Tandem Trailer. New engine & Bravo 3 out-drive 2009. Low hours on engine and out-drive, $22,500. 518597-3595.

Kayak – Impex Montauk 16', carbon/kevlar, excellent condition, skirt, cockpit cover, accessories, $2200. 518-251-3240 or 802-5285799.

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Binimi top, mooring cover & camper cover. Asking $5000. 518586-4816.

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We Are Building A New State Of The Art Boat Maintenance Shop Serving All Makes & Models Of Boats & Motors.

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Running or Not! 1-888-416-2208 MOTORCYCLES 2004 Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider, custom blue, 3735 miles, mint condition, $8500. 518-4943909 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster Custom 1200, 4951 miles, mint with extras, $6000. 518-494-3909.

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Email pictures or description to: cyclerestoration@aol.com SNOWMOBILES 2002 MXZ 700 SALT LAKE CITY Edition, 1700 original miles, one owner, like brand new, no scratches, or dents.

Serviced every year, garaged or trailer storaged, will deliver within a reasonable amount of miles, $2,250.00. Call Brian 518-586-6401 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 2005 Eager Beaver 20 Ton Trailer, very good condition, new brake drums, brakes, S cams, slack adjusters, brake cans, $12,000. 802373-9968.

ACCESSORIES 2 or 4 SNOW TIRES ON HONDA ALLOY or STEEL Wheels, Almost New, 205/70R15 Cooper/Hakkapeliitta. Call Bob 518623-5063, Asking $150 (2) or $350 (4).

4-Dunlop 225x65x17 tires, 50% tread, $125.00; 2- 185x65x15 tires, under 3K miles $60.00. Dave 518-494-7399.

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TAHAWUS CLUB MANAGERS NEEDED The Tahawus Club in Newcomb, New York is searching for both a Club Superintendent and a Clubhouse Manager to oversee all of its operations, steward its natural resources, and provide quality service to its members. A husband and wife team has traditionally shared these two positions, but strong individual candidates will also be considered. Please see accompanying Clubhouse Manager position description. The Tahawus Club, located in the scenic high peaks region of the Adirondacks, is a 135 year-old outdoor recreation Club with access to some of the most pristine wilderness in the Northeast. The Superintendent position is a hands-on position responsible for maintaining and managing property, budgets, seasonal personnel, and the natural resources of the club. The Clubhouse Manager position is responsible for managing day-to-day Club living for members, with a particular focus on Clubhouse living, meals, special events and cottage readiness. These full-time positions provide competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience and can include residence in the Clubhouse. Employment will begin during the first quarter of 2016. Please email jeffputnam@comcast.net for more information.

Many RN positions available in your area. Hospitals, correctional facilities, and home health assessments. Great Pay & Benefits. Call: 1-718-387-8181 #202 or email: recruit@whiteglovecare.net

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Job placement assistance. Call AIM for free information 866-296-7093 Experienced OTR Reefer drivers wanted for a WEEKLY DEDICATED ROUNDTRIP RUN. 2300-2500 miles/week. Home Weekends. Paid vacation, 401k savings plan, vision, dental, disability & health insurance offered. Class A CDL, 2 years OTR experience, good MVR, references required. Call Ruth/Mike 1-800-222-5732.

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Direct Support Staff in Moriah Center, NY for a 19 year old male.

Duties include but not limited to increasing independence and community involvement, providing transportation, household chores, cooking. Two positions available: part time/ full time position seeking to hire an outgoing person in their early 20-30's. All applicants must have a clean, valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle and references. For more information please contact: Shannon at 518570-9263.

Foreman Needed for Northern Warren County, must be able to run crews, mowing, fall clean ups, tree work, snow plowing, Full Time/Year Round. Must be reliable with clean license. 518-494-2321.

General Maintenance Position, P/T. Call 518-585-3455.

MINERVA CENTRAL SCHOOL has an immediate opening for the position of Head Custodian. For complete application information contact: Timothy Farrell, Superintendent, Minerva Central School, PO Box 39, Olmstedville, NY 12857, 518-251-2000.

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Law to Override the Tax town, New York by 2:00 days pursuant to Gener- PLEASE TAKE FURTHER Essex County Board of Levy Limit Established in You can also check our ty, sexual preference or Town of Ticonderoga al Municipal Law 779, website at Supervisors NOTICE that a Special P.M. on November 10, Vietnam Era veteran sta- TT-10/24/2015-1TCGeneral Municipal Law division 2015, at which time they tus, disadvantaged and 98830 Article17-A. The petition WWW.TWC.COM if you P.O. Box 217, 7551 Meeting will immediately 3-C. will be opened publicly contained 112 valid sig- follow the public hearing minority or women- PLEASE TAKE NOTICE would like more updated Court Street At 6:15 PM a second and read aloud. If addi- owned business enter- that the Board of Com- Elizabethtown, natures of registered information.

NY Public Hearing will be to review and adopt the tional information con- prises will be afforded voters out of 144. The 2016 Budget and any TT-10/24/2015-1TCheld in regards to the missioners of the Mori- 12932 cerning the bidding is equal opportunity to ah Fire District #1 will be (518) 873-3350 Village of Port Henry other pertinent business Town Budget of 2016.. 98598 required, call (518) 873- submit bids in response Board of Trustees adopt- to come before the The Schedule of Salaries accepting bids for one TT-10/17-10/24/20153332. ed a resolution within 30 hereto.

Board related to the TOWN OF SCHROON of Elected Town Officers (1) 1986 Ford F350 utili- 2TC-97869 A pre-bid conference days as required by law, Dated: October 19, ty truck with a diesel enBudget. The public is NOTICE OF PUBLIC is as follows; NOTICE OF FORMATION shall be held on Friday, to hold a referendum on 2015 welcome to attend.

HEARING PROPOSED Supervisor - $20,400 gine. This is being sold OF LIMITED LIABILITY October 30, 2015 at the proposed dissolution Linda M. Wolf, CPA Pursuant of Section 113 Superintendent of High- LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF as is. The truck can be COMPANY (LLC) 10:00 AM at the Town of on Tuesday, October 27, of the Town Law, the Purchasing Agent 2015 ways - $42,000 viewed by contacting Moriah Town Hall, Port Essex County Govern- George Harrington or Ed Name: SDET USA, LLC Councilman 2015 via a Special Elec- proposed salaries of the (4) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE Articles of Organization tion.

Voting on the following officers are Henry, NY 12932. All ment Center each - $4,600 Total that the Town Board of Roberts. All bids shall proposition of dissolu- hereby specified as fol- contractors who plan to 7551 Court Street PO be received in writing in filed with the Secretary the Town of Schroon, $18,400 of State of New York submit a bid are urged tion will be held at the lows: Box 217 New York, will meet at Town Justice a sealed envelope (SSNY) on 07/21/2015 to attend.

Port Henry Firehouse lo- Supervisor - $30,428 Elizabethtown, New York the Town Hall, 15 Leland - $21,200 marked Ford F 350 bid Office Location: Essex cated at 14 Church Town Clerk/Tax Collector All bids submitted in re- 12932 Town Clerk Avenue, Schroon, New and addressed to County. The SSNY is sponse to this notice Street, Port Henry, NY - $30,759 (518) 873-3332 York, on the 5th day of - $8,945 George Harrington, designated as agent of shall be marked and will be open to reg- Councilman (4)- $5,221 TT-10/24/2015-1TCTax Collector November, 2015, Treasurer, 423 Fairy the LLC upon whom "SEALED BID PETRO 98751 istered voters of the Vil- each at 5:00 P.M. for the pur- $4,700 Lake Road, Moriah, NY lage of Port Henry, with Assessor Chairman - DAM REMOVAL" clearly pose of conducting a 12960. All bids must be process against it may Assessor, Chairman NOTICE TO BIDDERS on the outside of the enpolls open from 12:00 $12,500 Public Hearing on introreceived by November 9, be served. SSNY shall - $7,350 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVmail a copy of any provelope. All bids shall be pm to 9:00 pm. The Assessors (2) - $6,500 ducing proposed Local 2015.

All bids thus reAssessors (2) EN that the Town Board cess to the LLC at: 38 submitted on the bid proposition on dissolu- each Law No. 2 of 2015 enticeived shall be publicly each $5,500 Total of the Town of TiconDreams Way, Paradox, $11,000 sheets included in the tion shall read as follows Highway Supt - $47,378 tled A Local Law to opened and read at the NY 12858. Purpose: To package, and no other deroga, New York (the on the official ballots: Justices (2) -$14,550 Override the Tax Levy Sarah Vinskus, Town regular Board of ComTown) invites sealed engage in any lawful act Clerk forms shall be accepted.

Shall the Village of Port each Limit Established in missioners meeting on Plans, specifications, bids for the purchase of November 12, 2015 at or activity.

Henry be dissolved? Yes Elaine C. Adkins General Municipal Law Town of North Hudson TT-10/10-11/14/2015standard proposals and the following: ____ No____. Copies Town Clerk 3-C. TT-10/24-10/31/20157:30 PM at the Moriah 6TC-96789 drawings for the pro- Unleaded Gasoline (Min- Fire House. The right is of the petition and reso- October 14, 2015 PLEASE TAKE FURTHER 2TC-98530 posed work may be ob- imum Octane 87) lution are on file in the TT-10/24/2015-1TCNOTICE that at said Pubreserved to waive any in- NOTICE OF FORMATION TIME WARNER CABLES lic Hearing to be held at tained at the above ad- E10 Ethanol Office of the Village 98529 formalities or to reject Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel WITH the time and place set OF Silurian Equity, LLC. AGREEMENTS dress or on the Countys Clerk and shall remain any and all bids at the Arts of Org. filed with PROGRAMMERS AND forth above, the Town website at www.co.es- Kerosene open for public inspec- LEGAL NOTICE discretion of the Board Propane BROADCASTERS to car- Board will consider this New York Secy of State sex.ny.us. tion during normal busi- PUBLIC HEARING ON of Fire Commissioners Fuel Oil (Heating) (SSNY) on 10/15/15. Of- ry their services and sta- Local Law and hear all ness hours.

2016 TOWN OF Each proposal must be of the Moriah District tions routinely expire fice location: Essex accompanied by either a All such sealed bids SCHROON BUDGET Denise C. Daly parties #1. must be received by the County. SSNY is desig- from time to time. We Certified Check payable Pursuant to the town Village Clerk interested therein conOctober 8, 20915 are usually able to obTown Board at the Town nated as agent of LLC board resolution of Oc- to Essex County TreaTT-10/03-10/24/2015cerning the same.

Allan D. Clark, Secretary tain renewals or extenOffices at 132 Montcalm upon whom process surer in the amount of tober 14, 2015, the 4TC-96561 PLEASE TAKE FURTHER Board of Commissioners Street, Ticonderoga, sions of such agreeagainst it may be served. five percent (5%) of Town Board of the Town NOTICE that a copy of HARLAND REAL ESTATE Moriah Fire District #1 ments, but in order to New York, on or before SSNY shall mail process of Schroon will hold a amount of the bid or a the full text of proposed HOLDING, LLC TT-10/24/2015-1TCcomply with applicable the 10th day of Novemto: 251 7th St, #3J, public hearing on the Bid Bond, in a form acLocal Law No. 2 of 2015 NOTICE OF FORMATION 97968 regulations, we must inber 2015, at 1:00 pm; at Brooklyn, NY 11215. ceptable to the Essex proposed Town Budget may be obtained upon of a domestic Limited such time and place, all PUBLIC NOTICE - ESSEX Purpose: any lawful ac- form you when an request from the Town County Attorney. for 2016. All citizens and Liability Company (LLC): agreement is about to sealed bids received will COUNTY tivity.

A labor and material especially senior citizens Clerk of the Town of DATE OF FORMATION: expire. The following ADOPTION OF LOCAL TT-10/24-11/28/2015Payment Bond and a be publicly opened and Schroon.

The Articles of Organiza- are invited to attend and agreements are due to read.

LAW 6TC-98753 provide the Board with Performance Bond in the Patricia Savarie tion were filed with the Specifications, bid expire soon, and we may NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVTown of Schroon Town New York State Secre- written and oral com- form contained in the TICONDEROGA be required to cease car- Clerk Contract documents will forms, proposed con- EN that on October 5, THE tary of State on October ments on the budget. riage of one or more of 2015, the Essex County TOWN BOARD will hold The budget hearing will be required of the suc- tract and non-collusion TT-10/24/2015-1TC9, 2015. these services/stations statements will be avail- Board of Supervisors a Public Hearing on the cessful Bidder.

98575 NEW YORK OFFICE LO- be held in the meeting able for examination and duly adopted Local Law Proposed 2016 Sewer in the near future where Attention of the bidders room of Town Hall, 15 CATION: Essex County these services are ofin the No. 3 of 2015, continu- rate increase of $8.00 is particularly called to procurement AGENT FOR PROCESS: Leland Avenue, Schroon TOWN OF TICONDEROand 2016 Water rate in- fered: Lake, NY on Thursday, the requirements as to Town Clerk's Office, lo- ing the imposition of a The Secretary of State is WRNN, GA cated at 132 Montcalm hotel and motel occu- crease of $6.00 on WFNY-CA, designated as Agent November 5, 2015, at the conditions of em- Street, Ticonderoga, pancy tax and clarifying WNYA The Town of TiconderoNovember 5, 2015 at WNCE-CD, 5:30 PM. The Regular ployment to be observed upon whom process New York, between the SD&HD, WNYT SD&HD, ga Town Clerks Office Is the definition of hotel or 6:00 p.m.

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is looking to harvest and purchase standing timber, All Species. Willing to pay New York State stumpage prices on all species. $ or % paid.

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HOME RENTALS Crown Point Home– 3 bdrm, 1 bath, lakefront, $750/mo. + utilities, town water. 1 month security required. 518-597-3897.

HOME FOR RENT Crown Point – ½ of duplex, 3 bdrm, 1½ bath, large covered deck, W/D hook-up, pets ok with additional deposit, 1st, last and security deposit required, willing to work on payments for security, $750/mo, tenant responsible for all utilities., available Sept.

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Crown Point Land – 53 Peasley Rd. Property offers 3.5 acres on Putnam Creek w/600' of road frontage, a 50' x 30' 2 story frame barn w/elect & oil heat. Zones residential. Can be converted or build new. Beautiful spot & minutes to the Northway or Ticonderoga, $60K. Purdy Realty, LLC 384-1117 Call Frank Villanova 878-4275 Cell MUST SELL 9.1 acre building lot with prime hunting. Next to State land. Harris Road, Brant Lake, NY. Asking $62,500. 518-494-3174

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