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TICONDEROGA Ñ Heritage Commons Residential Healthcare and Moses Ludington Adult Home are being floated as up for sale by the Inter-Lakes Health board.

Spokesperson Jane Hooper was quick to point out no official moves have been made, but that preliminary talks had taken place into selling the two nursing home care facilities that are part of the Moses Ludington Hospital campus. Ò They are not sold as of now,Ó Hooper said. Ò The Inter-Lakes board is really investigating into if this is going to be a good thing. A lot has to be done before we can even move forward.Ó Inter-Lakes Board of Directors Vice Chairman Bob Dedrick said the decision is a financial one. Ò The board determined that this would dramatically improve the financial condition of Inter-Lakes Health, allowing it to protect the hospital, along with the other facilities it owns,Ó he said. Ò ILH is working with an organization that has expressed interest in purchasing and maintaining these important services.Ó Ò There is discovery and due diligence that needs to be done on both sides,Ó Hooper said. Ò Both sides are looking at this and saying, Ô can we make this work.Õ Ó CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

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Index TICONDEROGA

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EDITORIAL

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LETTERS

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CROWN POINT SCHROON

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SPORTS

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CALENDAR

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BRIEFS OUTDOORS

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Growth spurt: Paradox Brewery expanding

By Keith Lobdell keith@denpubs.com

SCHROON Ñ The owners of Paradox Brewery had a five year business plan, complete with expansion of their Schroon plant and more.

Not even two years into the venture, they are already there. Ò We are looking forward to this year,Ó said Casey Devine of Paradox Brewery. Ò We had a plan in place of where we wanted to be five years in the future and we are there now. Everything has grown

so fast, We have been keeping up with it as best we can.Ó The new 2,100-sqaure feet extension will add more variety and brewing capacity to the business. Ò This will increase our capacity by 60 to 70 percent,Ó co-owner Dave Bruce (along with Paul McRocka and Vaughn Clark) said. Ò It really bucks up the 10-barrell system we started with.Ó The expansion will also expand the companyÕ s tasting room, which Devine said has become a popular destination over the past two summers. Ò The new tasting room will be great,Ó he said.

Ò We have had events over the past two years and have had people from all over stop into the tasting room. This addition will expand the room upstairs and allow for more seating.Ó Ò We have had a slew of folks stopping into our tasting room,Ó Bruce said.

Devine said one person who makes frequent stops at the company first learned about Paradox while hosting a competition for Blue Line microbreweries at a New York City bar.

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Ticonderoga author releases fourth book for youth readers TICONDEROGA Ñ Ticonderoga author Jodi Auborn recently released her fourth book, Matthias: The Ghost of Salvation Point, written for readers of about 8 to 12 years old. Ò Like two of my previous novels, Stormwind of the North Country and Secrets of the North Country, this book is based on a short story that I wrote when I was younger,Ó the author said. Ò It was originally called The Son of the Seafarer, and since it was a birthday gift for my dad, I attempted to write it as a serious adult story. In August 2013, I decided to re-write it and turn it into a book, but realized that it needed a lot of work. ThatÕ s when I knew that it just didnÕ t work as an adult story; it was meant to be a book for kids.Ó Matthias takes place in the fictional small town of Salvation Point, Maine. It tells the story of ten-year-old Dylan, who is spending his summer vacation at a mysterious lighthouse and cottage that his father had inherited. He soon befriends Matthias MacMurray, a ghostly lighthouse keeper who had died in a storm one hundred years before. Matthias Ticonderoga author Jodi Auborn recently released her fourth book, Matthias: The Ghost of Salvation Point.

must protect Dylan from danger after they learn a very big secret that could threaten the future of the lighthouse. Ò Like the original story, it was going to be a gift for my dad,Ó the author said. Ò He loved lighthouses and the ocean, and was the one who had also gotten me interested in them when I was a teenager. However, he died unexpectedly in 2014. After that, researching and writing the book took on more meaning for me.

Since I was writing it in his memory, I considered it especially

important to get the dialogue and storyline just right, as well as making sure that the facts about lighthouses were historically accurate.Ó In the near future, the author plans to have a book signing for Matthias and her other books, in Ticonderoga. She would like to thank all of her readers and buyers for their support, and interest in her writing.

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ILH Continued from page 1 Dedrick said as part of those preliminary investigations, meeting the needs of current and local patients would take precedence. Ò A condition to any possible sale would be the retention of all current nursing home residents regardless of their payer status, and every effort will be made to ensure continued employment for all those currently working at Heritage Commons and the adult home,Ó Dedrick said. Ò Residents, staff members and the local communityÕ s best interests will represent a significant part of any decision thatÕ s made.Ó A potential sale of the pair of nursing homes would not be uncommon in the recent financial climate, which has seen the Horace Nye Nursing Home in Elizabethtown, Westmount Nursing Home in Queensbury and the Pleasant Valley Nursing Home in Argyle, all county-run facilities (Essex, Warren and Washington, respectively) at the time, were sold to New York City-based Centers for Specialty Care.

Much like the decision made by these three counties, Dedrick said mandates and funding make it more difficult to remain in the nursing home business. Ò Organizations across the state and the nation have come to the collective conclusion that nursing homes are often a financial liability for the organizations that they are affiliated with Ð whether thatÕ s a county, hospital or other organization,Ó Dedrick said. Ò The opportunity to engage with an organization with particular expertise in running similar facilities will help ensure that Heritage Commons remains a viable part of the local community.Ó

www.timesofti.com According to Hooper, as with many nursing homes in the state, Heritage Commons has incurred a loss each year. At ILH, financial resources from Moses Ludington Hospital have been utilized to subsidize the nursing home. This has resulted in an ongoing financial strain on the hospital. The current nursing home reimbursement structure is, in part, one of the major reasons for the financial instability. Ò The board knows they have to make a move happen,Ó Hooper said. Ò Any revenue the hospital produces is being used to support the nursing homes. It is a tough business to be in.Ó Hooper said another issue with a potential sale is the layout of the main building, which houses Moses Ludington Hospital along with the two nursing facilities. Ò The building itself is so intertwined and there is so much about square footage and what belongs to whom that still needs to be determined,Ó Hooper said. Ò The main building has all three entities inside.Ó Heritage Commons is an 84-bed skilled nursing facility for those requiring long-term clinical-based care. Skilled nursing facilities typically care for those with serious or persistent health conditions or other medical issues that are too complicated to be addressed at a personÕ s home.

Moses Ludington Adult home is a supervised living facility, which allows residents the ability to live more independently.

Any potential sale would also require approval from the Department of Health, along with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) which insures the mortgage on the nursing home.

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The Inter-Lakes Health Board of Directors have begun early discussions about the potential sale of the Heritage Commons Residential Health Care and Moses Ludington Adult Home.

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Dolback to present historic program Feb. 6 at Hancock House TICONDEROGA Ñ William Dolback, President of the Ticonderoga Historical Society, will present a retro slide presentation, Ò A Return to the Past,Ó in the downstairs program room at the Hancock House on Friday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m.

This event is free to the public and light refreshments will be served.

Join the group as Bill travels through time to a Ticonderoga when neighbors were people you knew so very well, everyone saved their Ò green stamps,Ó and absolutely everyone went to town to pay on their Christmas Clubs, which mostly was really a time to catch up on the gossip of the day with other folks. Enjoy the adventure as Bill reminds you of the stores you frequented, the avenues and streets you traveled about town, and a journey into the outlying areas where many of us grew up.

As always, Bill encourages audience participation during his programs. Quite often that participation produces stories long lost in time but still fun to enjoy hearing about even today.

The Ticonderoga Historical Society is always on the move and exhibits are being exchanged with new themes or refreshed with many new artifacts.

New programs and events are also being finalized and a year of interesting and informational programs is promised to fascinate and

enlighten everyone. Watch for further information on these programs and events.

The Hancock House, which will be celebrating the 90th anniversary of the laying of the Hancock House cornerstone this year, is home of the Ticonderoga Historical Society. This imposing Georgian mansion, a gift of philanthropist Horace Moses, houses a significant collection of regional material in its archives, along with an important research and large genealogical library. The building is closed during the winter, but is open by appointment and for programs, and houses a gift shop full of books and area memorabilia. Ò We invite you to join us at the Hancock House for what will be an extremely interesting program that you wonÕ t want to miss,Ó noted Trustee Sandra Trepanier. Ò With everyone settled into our winter season, this is a perfect time to get out for an evening and be with your friends to enjoy conversations and refreshment treats.Ó For more information contact the Ticonderoga Historical Society, 6 Moses Circle, Ticonderoga, or phone 585-7868 or email tihistory@ bridgepoint1.com.

RIGHT: William Dolback, Ticonderoga Historical Society President, at a Hancock House program.

Regional food hub coming to fruition with purchase of new facility

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ESSEX Ñ Imagine a world where, instead of pink slime on the school lunch menu, little Timmy and Sally are served a dose of greens from their neighborÕ s farm.

A world where dollars spent on food purchasing stay within the local economy.

Or a place where your own product Ñ say, a personal recipe that made the jump from midnight snack to a popular item on the local farmerÕ s market circuitÑ made an additional leap to the shelves of a Brooklyn bodega.

It could happen.

A major component of a potential regional food hub has fallen into place with the purchase of the former Lincoln Building on the corner of Route 22 and Middle Road by Jori Wekin, a local entrepreneur and food consultant.

Wekin and a partner purchased the building last fall with the goal of elevating the regionÕ s capacity for food pro-

cessing and distribution.

Plans include the installation of a commercial kitchen that can be used for a variety of rental uses, including food processing, catering and instructional classes and courses. Ò It will be in the same vein as the Grange kitchen, but will include processing equipment, storage and refrigeration with anticipation of doing more bulk ordering and different aspects of food processing,Ó said Wekin.

The Whallonsburg GrangeÕ s kitchen has, and continues to be, an effective incubator for fledgling businesses, said Wekin.

But the new facility, which has the working name of Fruition Orchards, is set up for larger quantity and scale and will act as the next stepping stone for established, medium-sized businesses.

Eventually, said Wekin, the end game will include distribution and storage, two areas that members of the regionÕ s ag community have said are

crucial to completing regional food loops.

Planned equipment purchases include several large steam kettles, multi-ovens and ranges, a food mill pulper and a bottle filler, among other processing equipment.

A large refrigeration unit means raw products can be stored for a few days before they are processed.

Wekin said the new facility is the result of natural evolution in the regionÕ s ag economy. Ò I think weÕ re in a place where there are more producers on a small scale trying to reach a market for everyone,Ó she said.

Season extension is critical and without the use of greenhouses, the facility allows producers to turn raw materials into items that can be used year-round.

Adam Reed just launched a new vegetable farm, Tangleroot Farms, with his partner, Susan Cerny. Ò Getting a commercially certified kitchen for small

scale use is really hard for a small farm and not something weÕ re capable of on our own,Ó he said.

The pair plans on growing 100 varieties of vegetables this year on their three acres along Route 22, almost all of which will be intended for fresh markets.

Adirondack Harvest, an organization that assists local food producers with market expansion, applauded the project and pledged their support.

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Times of Ti Editorial

Cuomo should not use school aid as leverage

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ov. Andrew Cuomo is enlisting a draconian measure this budget season that uses school funding as a pawn in an elaborate game of chess with the ultimate goal of strong arming state lawmakers into passing his agenda of overhauling the education system in New York State.

As a result school administrators are being held hostage by the governor because they will have no concrete school aid projections as they attempt to draft their own spending plans for 2015-16.

When Cuomo unveiled his Ò Opportunity AgendaÓ as part of the 2015 State of the State/budget speech a couple weeks ago, there was not much educators saw which they would classify as opportunistic.

Cuomo announced there could be as much as $1.1 billion in new funding for state school districts, but later noted the funding would only be granted if the legislature agreed to his agenda to overhaul the way state education works and teachers are evaluated.

Translation: back my way of thinking state legislature, or I will punish you by withholding badly needed fund from your schools.

If lawmakers do not support CuomoÕ s education agenda through passage of bills, he will not deliver one cent more to schools then he did last year. He would also continue the funding freeze not only for 2015-16, but 16-17 as well.

Instead of Gap Elimination (Adjustment), the governor has chosen a course of gap widening.

Perhaps the biggest way Cuomo is holding school districts hostage is by forcing them into playing a waiting game when it comes to finding out exactly how much state funding they can expect.

For years, school districts would receive the preliminary budget run showing totals for what each was projected to get. School administrators and boards would then be able to draft a budget that fits within the confines of the draft run, but also leaves room for unexpected cuts or surpluses.

Using the governorÕ s Executive Budget, school districts are supposed to provide a proposed tax levy by March 1, indicating if they are able to stay under the stateÕ s tax cap established in 2011. The governorÕ s strategy of withholding funding projections makes this impossible.

This year, district policy makers will be left blind until a state budget is passed and signed.

That means school districts will likely not have any funding numbers to go on until April 1, giving them just over a month to finalize their spending plans and try to stay within the state’s ever evolving (in complexity) tax levy cap.

This is unfair to local boards of education, who now have to stand at the front of the mess hall, tearfully looking up at the governor and doing their best Oliver Twist impersonation.

In addressing this matter, Cuomo said he feels the state’s educational system, specifically teachers, are failing their students, even though the most recent round of teacher evaluations listed 98.7 percent of the stateÕ s educators as Ò effectiveÓ or higher.

He pointed to the fact that only 30 percent of students passed the state Common Core testing, scored on a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 and 2 considered failing and 3 and 4 passing or excelling.

What he failed to point out, however, is that his one-time education commissioner, John King, said the new testing was designed to fail 70 percent of those taking it.

Before Common Core, students were passing the annual state tests at a rate of 80 percent.

This has led to parents removing their children from the classroom during state testing days, refusing to subject them to the Common Core which educators have slammed as being flawed.

That does not sound like moving education forward.

So with this, Cuomo is holding a sword to the rope which holds much needed relief to many schools throughout the state, especially North Country schools, with some having no choice but to beg and plead with district taxpayers to pass a budget that does not fall in line with his tax levy cap.

To do so takes a 60 percent majority of the registered voters in a district. That can be a daunting hill to climb, as the Minerva Central School District encountered last budget season.

Cuomo has laid down the demands: ItÕ s his way with a new evaluation system and more aggressively pursuing school consolidations and mergers, or the money in the net gets dropped into the shark tank.

While there are many quality discussions to be had over education reform, they should not be used as a pawn in a political game of chess.

By doing so, Cuomo is placing the ones who matter most in the educational system Ñ the students Ñ in a precarious situation.

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Education reform: the governor’s perspective

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novation and performance in the his past week as our classroom. In 2014-15, the Govereditorial team disnor built on the success of the first cussed this weekÕ s State-funded full-day pre-kinderopinion piece regarding the gogarten program by committing to venorÕ s new school initiative invest $1.5 billion over five years and how that appears to be tyto support the phase-in of a Stateing the hands of adminstrators wide Universal Full-Day Pre-Kinand school boards with respect dergarten program. He has led the to their budgets, I could not charge for choice and competition help but wear my managerÕ s by protecting the growth of highhat.

Dan Alexander performing charter schools. While I could not help but ask why.

Thoughts from demanding high standards for all Why would the Governor take Behind the Pressline students, the Governor champisuch a step and what does he oned reforms to protect students hope to accomplish by doing so? I can only assume that Governor Cuomo and parents from the flawed Common Core implementation. And to bring our education system into believes that he must find a way to put the the 21st century, Governor Cuomo proposed a $2 students first in the bureaucracy we now billion “Smart Schools” bond that will re-imagine call the education system. Additionally, for a our classrooms for our high-tech world and level politician who may one day in the near future the playing field so that income does not determine seek higher office, he believes the only way to achieve a vibrant economic future for all New the level of access our students have to technology in schools.

Yorkers is by ensuring that all New YorkÕ s Clearly the Governor wants to enact fundachildren receive the opportunity for a quality mental reform that is based on student perforeducation that prepares them for the future. mance. But he is also putting us all on notice From the Governor’s office here is the govthat itÕ s not only the students who must raise ernorÕ s perspective on the matter: the level of the game but parents, teachers, Before Governor Cuomo took office, New York had become known as the state with the high- administrators, school boards and taxpayers.

New York State students score in the middle est school spending despite low overall student of the road compared to other states despite achievement.

By shifting the focus from bureaucracy to the spending being the 2nd highest among all states per student. It doesnÕ t appear unrealstudents, and establishing new pathways to college istic that we should all expect more from the and career readiness, Governor Cuomo is putting dollars spent. students first.

So the real issue here boils down to these New York has become a leader in the nation in basic questions that will be heavily debated in placing the most effective teachers in the classthe near future: Is the Governor taking steps room. For the first time, every New York school to be an effective administrator of the stateÕ s district now has a meaningful teacher evaluation education spending or is this political postursystem to ensure a performance-based approach to student learning. Governor Cuomo is also provid- ing?

With all states transitioning due to the introing incentive funding to recognize and reward the duction of Common Core testing, do we really most successful teachers. know just where New YorkÕ s schools stand?

After years of budget cuts, Governor Cuomo Are we in the midst of a crisis with educais championing reinvestment in New York classtion when 77 percent of students graduate rooms. In the last three years, the Governor has high school in New York compared to the naincreased funding for education by $2.9 billion. tional average of 81 percent?

The most recent state budget includes an additionPreparing our children for the future is one al $1.1 billion increase, bringing state education of the most important roles of any community. funding to its highest level ever. And the GovWe all have a major stake in the GovernorÕ s ernor is ensuring that additional school funding plan and how the end results will impact our does not lead to unaffordable property tax hikes: students and our communities. ItÕ s important the GovernorÕ s landmark Property Tax Cap reform continues to provide property tax relief to all New that we get this right.

Yorkers. Since the tax cap has been enacted, statewide school levy increases have been lower than 9 Dan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denton of the 10 prior years.

Publications. He may be reached at dan@denpubs.

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Letters to the Editor

Supporting a resilient park Thanks for ‘Identity’ support To the Times of Ti: The future of the Adirondack Park - its globally unique and valuable clean water, clean air and wild forests, and its 130 communities and its economy - is not secure. ThatÕ s why we support a better more resilient Park with economically and environmentally sustainable hamlets, healthier communities, and improved preservation of clean water, wildlife and wilderness.

The Adirondack Council spoke in Ticonderoga in November to endorse an upgrade and modernization of the International Paper mill.

The Ti mill is a major employer in one of the Park’s largest and most historically significant communities. The switch from heavy bunker oil to natural gas would save money for the company and increase its ability to support or even increase its local workforce. At the same time, it would reduce the plantÕ s smokestack emissions. Best of all, the new investment and construction will happen in an existing community, not miles into the woods.

The IP plant is an example of the type of community-focused economic activity that we support. We can support projects in communities including those that address the need for clean water and wastewater infrastructure, and world-class tourism infrastructure needs. We support coordination with and respect for local planning and zoning authority.

We also embrace an initiative to develop updated Adirondack Park Agency regulations and policies including science-based reforms such as transfer of development rights, clustering and smart-growth incentives. We applaud the GovernorÕ s budget proposal to increase funding for Adirondack and Catskill Park smart growth community planning grants. These actions can better protect the Adirondack backcountry and wild character.

We applaud the GovernorÕ s statement in his State of the State book that we need to and can Ò reduce the development pressure upon the backcountryÓ and Ò support hamlet revitalization smart growth, and redevelopment of former industrial sites.Ó Ticonderoga gets that, we do, and the Governor does too.

William C. Janeway Executive Director The Adirondack Council Elizabethtown

To the Times of Ti: I would like to thank all the people who came out to support me at Basil and WickÕ s on Friday, Jan. 9, at the showing of my ski film, Identity. The film represented many months of hard work, but would not have been possible without the help of many friends.

First of all, thanks to Jane Peter, owner of Basil & Wicks, as well as the employees for their amazing support and hospitality. Jane not only offered a great venue for the event, but also supplied publicity and complementary snacks.

Secondly, I need to thank the athletes of the film who voluntarily spent hours outdoors and on skis to help me get just the right shots (Mark and Ben Richards, Liam Harrison, Martin Fahy and Jamie Gilbane).

Finally, thanks go out to the Gore Mt. management and ski patrol for allowing me access to the mountain as well as providing me with necessary transport for my equipment up and down the slopes.

The premiere was a great opportunity for me to showcase my work in front of the community in which it was shot and for the people to whom it was dedicated. It was a fantastic time spent with great people, and it has encouraged me to continue filming and documenting the Adirondacks and the people who make them great.

Cory Gazaille North Creek

Supports eating local To the Times of Ti: IÕ m writing this letter in regard to your editorial Ò Eat well, eat local.Ó IÕ ve always thought that eating local, healthy, organic foods from the area was more expensive than the occasional grocery shopping trip to Price Chopper and Walmart. This was a very refreshing editorial to read.

The most eye-opening part of the editorial was the actual cost we would have to pay throughout time if we donÕ t change our eating habits. Ò According to Harvard University School of Public Health, obesity-related conditions such

as Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure cardiovascular disease cost the US $190 billion in 2005. On a more individual level, people with those health problems average $1,429 to $2,741 more in medical costs per year.Ó Compared to a $100 healthy shopping list instead of a $50 general grocery list, that doesnÕ t seem as bad as potential hospital bills and extra medication.

Again, great editorial!

Teah Dowling Au Sable Forks

Message to Supers To the Times of Ti: I sent the following message to the Essex County Supervisors last week: Ò It is ironic that an editorial board of a private newspaper, which values a free press and freedom of expression, would urge a blacklisting of Protect the Adirondacks by other newspapers because they disagree with ProtectÕ s views. Happily and to their credit, Denton Publications retracted the editorial admitting it was ill-considered.

The Essex County Supervisors decided to endorse the retracted Denton Publication editorial when they did not have to get involved. But once you did you seem to have lost track of the fact that you did so as Ò stateÓ actors, that is as government actors, not as private citizens. And that, unlike the retracted Denton editorial, directly implicates the First Amendment. It may be that many supervisors did not take time to reflect on the implications of their endorsement although you were not under pressure of a deadline. But with time to reflect I hope you too will retract your endorsement of the retracted editorial and use this episode as a reminder of what the First Amendment stands for: that in a free society speech can combat speech. Suppression must not.Ó On behalf of the Supervisors, Randy Douglas replied: Ò Mrs. Clague Thank you for sharing your concerns. We will not be retracting our resolution. All my colleagues that have spoken to me about this issue are definitely not in favor of such action. Randy Douglas Essex County Board of Supervisors Chairman.Ó Denton Publications had the courage to admit to the poor judgment expressed in the origi-

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Gov. using state school aid as a pawn

Written by Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School District Superintendent Scott Osborne Dear ELCS Families: I write to inform you of some recent developments at the State level that have direct impact on Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School. I also write to update you on the development of the 2015-16 school budget, as I have unfortunately discovered that creating a proposed 2015-16 budget for Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School District will include an added level of uncertainty following Governor Andrew CuomoÕ s State of the State Address and Executive Budget Proposal of January 21st.

Under the Executive Budget Proposal rolled out by the Governor last week, state funding for schools would increase statewide by $1.1B next year only if state lawmakers bow to pressure from Governor Cuomo to approve a series of education reforms he put forward last week. If Legislators fail to do so, the Governor has proposed no increase in aid to the stateÕ s public schools in 2015-16 or in 2016-17. This two-year Ô hostage situationÕ on our State Aid was not fully apparent at ‘first blush’ in the Governor’s presentation.

I first learned that School Aid would be used as a pawn in the state budget process when, during his address, Governor Cuomo said his proposed $1.1 billion increase in aid to education would shrink to $377M if he did not get his way.

As I have further Ô unpackedÕ the GovernorÕ s message we now know that the Executive Budget language shows there would be zero increase in aid above current levels if the Legislature does not respond as instructed by Governor Cuomo.

What are the reforms that Governor Cuomo is pushing?

Initiatives include: • an overhaul of the existing APPR teacher evaluation law; • changes to tenure requirements; • expansion of the cap on charter schools; • a new turnaround process for the stateÕ s lowest performing schools; and • expansion of Pre-K programs.

Until the State Legislature approves these measures, Cuomo has directed his Division of Budget to withhold any school aid runs (the district-by-district aid estimates which are traditionally released shortly after the GovernorÕ s budget is presented). ItÕ s quite

possible, then, that ELCSD will not have a firm view of our total budget picture until April 1st. Prior to this year, we could always use the initial State Aid figures as a starting point in our own budget process.

Now, however, at least 50 percent of our schoolÕ s revenues are being held hostage Ð thus leaving ELCSD to create a budget that is subject to the whim of one (1) elected official, our Governor.

Governor Cuomo did not address the Gap Elimination Adjustment (GEA) in his proposed 2015-16 budget. The GEA is the mechanism through which the Governor has diverted promised public school funding over the last several years to meet other budget priorities; Governor Paterson initiated the move in 2010.

Since then, Elizabethtown-Lewis CSD has lost more than $2M in state aid.

Across the Empire State, public schools have lost more than $9 billion, money that has instead been used to balance the state budget.

At their November 2014 meeting, our School Board adopted a Resolution calling for an end to the Gap Elimination Adjustment. At their December meeting, the School Board adopted a set of Advocacy Priorities to advance our school districtÕ s interests Ð Advocacy Priority #1 calls for an end to the Gap Elimination Adjustment. I have shared both the November Resolution and Advocacy Priorities with our local lawmakers.

Governor CuomoÕ s proposed budget will make a challenging annual process even more difficult for public schools. At ELCS, we strive to build a budget that balances the needs of students with the communityÕ s ability to fund that education Ð however, the GovernorÕ s actions will be keeping us guessing as to whether we will receive additional aid or be relieved of our GEA burden. State Aid from Albany represents 50% of the revenue our District needs to operate.

I hope the New York State Assembly and Senate will use common sense in addressing crucial funding for public schools and the 1.6 million students they serve throughout New York State.

I have every confidence that in such a supportive community, our Board of Education, along with our Leadership and instructional teams, will be able to overcome these very unusual circumstances and continue to deliver educational excellence to the students of Elizabethtown-Lewis CSD. Please call upon me should you have questions, and I hope youÕ ll consider attending a Board of Education meeting to stay informed and share your opinion.

With Lion Pride, Scott Osborne, Superintendent, ELCS

nal editorial. Essex County Supervisors do not admit to a mistaken judgment. It is shocking to me how shallow is support for freedom of expression on the part of our elected officials.

Monique Weston Clague Keene EditorÕ s note: Denton Publications did not retract the original editorial as some have misrepresented, but rather our publisher was concerned that the message got lost in the negative tone. We also did not urge censorship or use the word “blacklist.”

We stand by our right to voice our opinion regarding Protect the Adirondacks and still have concerns with the way the organization impedes reasonable development in the Adirondacks with the use of litigation.

Not ambitious or for kids To the Times of Ti: In reading [the Adirondack Journal’s] article on Lt Gov. HochulÕ s visit, you gave a misleading report regarding CuomoÕ s Ò Eductional Initiative.Ó In reality, his proposal and his history regarding NYS schools since he was elected governor are a camoflaged dismantling of our school systems.

He proposes 50 percent of a teacherÕ s evaluation be based on student scores on the state tests that have never been shown to fairly assess student progress.

In fact, he has cut aid to schools so much that half of our schools are being asked to do more with LESS aid than they received in 2008.

Research shows a clear correlation between economic levels and degree of student success, yet no effort has been made to bolster poor districts. When the state budget was tight, money was taken from schools. Despite a court order to make aid equitable, our state has never given the overdue funds to our schools.

Charter schools do NOT have better student outcome....they just steal money from our public schools. Parents should be incensed by Gov CuomoÕ s disguised plan to destroy one of the best school systems in the country.

Judy Beers Lake George

Grange taps into past with centennial kick-off event

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com WHALLONSBURG Ñ Like their forebearers, travelers coiled through the black stretch of naked farmland on a wintry Saturday night and stopped at the large wooden building at the fork in the road.

A fiddle called from inside.

A man stood up from behind his piano and approached a loose cluster of people. Ò Left hand corner, right hand back to partner and then go swimming,Ó said Gary Finney to the two sets of men and women.

The groups wobbled and practiced the position. Ò Meet your girl, give her a whirl and promenade.Ó Finney sat back down behind his piano, nodded to Donnie Perkins and the music started.

Ducking for oysters and digging for clams followed, part of the folksy vernacular of traditional square dancing. Ò ThereÕ s a lot of repetition in square dancing Ñ but the dances are different,Ó said Finney, issuing commands in a mellifluous, sing-song tone laced with faux exasperation.

The groups gained confidence and their motions became increasingly fluid.

The music stopped and everyone clapped.

Healthy-looking men and women lined the room and nodded appreciatively.

Finney looked at them. Ò Get another square going,Ó he said.

The fiddler smiled as groups clomped out onto the floor in their big cowboy boots.

And then there were three. Ò Boys on the inside, girls on the outside,Ó said Finney.

The groups arranged themselves.

“Where’s the first couple?” he asked. “They make the whole cycle.”

The first couple got into position and Finney took his place. Ò Now all you need to do is listen to the fat guy.Ó Non-ironic do-si-dos Ñ thatÕ s a dance step that translates to Ò back-to-backÓ Ñ and yee-haws Ñ an expression of enthusiasm or exuberance Ñ in their legitimate settings streamed forth into the night.

The room rollicked as the dancers found their groove. Ò Not bad, not bad,Ó said Finney afterward. Ò But you gotta listen.Ó The dancers rotated again.

People in their twenties and thirties began filtering into the Whallonsburg Grange Hall, an endangered species in Essex County.

They hung up their coats and ventured out onto the floor, exchanging places with the newly-minted experts, who made a beeline for the water cooler.

The process repeated itself every 10 minutes.

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Ticonderoga Chamber set to host next after business mixer TICONDEROGA Ñ The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) February After Business Mixer will be held Thursday, Feb. 26, at The Country Florist & Gifts, 75 Montcalm Street, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sponsors providing door prizes will be Bridge Point Communication, Christopher Chevrolet Buick, Sugar & Spice Country Shoppe, & the Wagon Wheel Restaurant. Ò We invite all Ticonderoga Area Chamber Members and area business people along with their employees and co-workers to attend the February After Business Mixer at The Country Florist & Gifts. The Country Florist is a dedicated Chamber Member and we are thrilled that they are hosting a mixer in 2015.

Not only is it a perfect opportunity to network but a chance to support another business within the Ticonderoga Area. Networking is the perfect way for the business community to connect and support one another. In addition, it is a chance for businesses to discuss common issues and concerns and provide this information to the Chamber. We will continue to hand out our 2015 Save The Date of events and highlighting our upcoming activities,Ó stated TACC Executive Director, Matthew Courtright.

The Chambers Ò After Business MixersÓ provide a networking forum for Chamber Members and area business people in addition to showcasing the site of the host as well as promoting the door prize sponsors. Networking is a key component of Chamber

membership and marketing your business. Chamber members and area business people are encouraged to take advantage of this and all networking opportunities. Ò We are proud to be a TACC Member and to be able to host an After Business Mixer in 2015. ValentineÕ s Day will be behind us and we will be starting to get ready for spring. We hope other Chamber Members and representatives from Ticonderoga Area Businesses and Organizations will join us Feb. 26. Take advantage of this networking event but also this opportunity to see all The Country Florist & Gifts has to offer. The Country Florist staff looks forward to welcoming all of you,Ó stated Francine Burke Ð Owner & Operator of The Country Florist & Gifts.

The Country Florist & Gifts offer a full service Flower Shop and Seasonal Greenhouse serving the Ticonderoga Area since 1910. They have flowers for Birthdays, Anniversaries, New Babies, Weddings, Funeral Tributes, or any occasion. The Country Florist & Gifts also offers delicious chocolates as well as a variety of gifts for any occasion.

Although an RSVP is not required for After Business Mixers, they are appreciated and can be made by calling the TACC at 585-6619.

ABOVE: Pictured from left to right at the January After Business Mixer at The Pub are Renee Lamb, Jenna Miller, Jeremy Treadway, Scarlette Merfeld and Matt Courtright.

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Ticonderoga Chamber begins 90th anniversary celebration TICONDEROGA Ñ The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) will be Ò Celebrating 90 YearsÓ of Service to the Ticonderoga Area throughout 2015. In addition to the services, programs, and events the Chamber offers each year to their members and the entire Ticonderoga Area, the Chamber has a number of projects, initiative, and events planned. The TACC has also announced their 2015 Team including three new board members and an addition to the Executive Committee. In Celebrating 90 Years the Chamber has added a Celebrating 90 Years banner to their logo for 2015 as well as a new tag line. People will now see the new tag line with the TACC logo: Business Focused.

Community Minded. Future Driven. TACC will also have special Celebrating 90 Years Membership Plaques, buttons, and more throughout the year.

They will also have photos taken throughout the year at events with a banner with the new logo on it. These photographs will be used in coordination with a booklet/ insert the Times of Ti/Denton Publications will be issuing in September in honor of the Chamber Celebrating 90 Years.

Other initiatives and projects will include expanded and new TACC Membership Benefits and Support/ Shop Local Campaign as well as participation in National Small Business Week in May. In addition, the ChamberÕ s annual Fundraiser Dinner and Auction which will take place Friday, June 5, aboard the Mohican (board at Mohican Landing in Ticonderoga) will have a 90th Anniversary theme and include a new level of sponsorship for the 2015 event. The Chamber will also host a 90th Birthday Bash Thursday, Sept.

24, at EddieÕ s Restaurant. The event will include appetizers, cash bar, birthday cake, birthday celebrations, small auction, giveaways, and music.

The 2015 TACC Team includes the TACC Executive Director Matt Courtright; Visi-

for many years to come. Without our members and partners all the Chamber does would not be possible. We are also honored to welcome our newest board members. Each will bring their own areas of expertise and provide assistance to the Chamber in new ways,Ó stated Matthew Courtright, Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director.

For more information, contact the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce at 5856619, chamberinfo@ticonderogany.com or visit ticonderogany.com.

Pictured from left to right are Kristie Watrous (New TACC Board Member), Amie Vradenburg (New TACC Board Member), Matthew Courtright (TACC Executive Director), Carolyn Ida (New TACC Board Member) and Scarlette Merfeld (TACC Board President) with the Celebrating 90 Years Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce sign. tor & Member Service Representative Molly Bechard; TACC Board Members President Scarlette Merfeld, Denton Publications /Times of Ti; Vice Presidents Karen Hennessy, Sugar Hill Manor B&B, Allison Kaupelis, Best Western Plus Ticonderoga, Shana Macey, Crown Point Telephone Corp./Bridge Point Communication; Treasurer Starr Pelerin, Upstate Agency; Directors Carolyn Ida, International Paper, Beth Hill, Fort Ticonderoga, Joe Hoell, The Lake Champlain Inn B&B, Starr Pinkowski, Glens Falls National Bank, Sally Rypkema, Hague Market & Juniper On 2, Kristin Thompson, Inter Lakes Health, Amie Vradenburg, Wal-Mart of Ticonderoga, Kristie Watrous, Mountain Lake Services/Billy BobÕ s Orchard; Past President Pamela Nolan, Ticonderoga Federal Credit Union; Ex-Officio William Grinnell, Town of Ticonderoga Supervisor. One Vice President Position is open due to Susan Rathbun resignation and retirement. This will be filled during 2015 by a current board member and a new board member will be nomi-

nated.

The TACC welcomes Carolyn Ida from International Paper Company, Kristie Watrous, from Mountain Lake Services/ Billy BobÕ s Orchard, and Amie Vradenburg from Wal-Mart of Ticonderoga as the newest additions to the TACC Board of Directors. All three were officially voted onto the TACC Board at the ChamberÕ s annual meeting in January, as well as Shana Macey being appointed to the Executive Committee.

TACC Ambassadors play an important role at the Chamber.

The 2015 Team of TACC Ambassadors along with the new Ambassador Chairperson will be announced soon.

TACC Contractual Partners are the Town of Ticonderoga, Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism, Plattsburgh North Country Chamber of Commerce, and Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership.

In addition the Chambers works closely with other area organizations and economic development agencies for the betterment of the Ticonderoga Area and entire region, as well as to provide an array of ser-

vices for the business community.

Some upcoming dates for TACC include Chamber Day, Tuesday, April 21; National Small Business Week, Monday, May 4 through Friday, May 8; 13th annual/90th Anniversary TACC Fundraiser Dinner and Auction, Friday, June 5; Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market, Saturdays July through October 2015; the 23rd annual Ticonderoga Area Car Show, Sunday, Aug. 2; the 90th Birthday Bash, Thursday, Sept. 24; Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and Awards Ceremony, Thursday, Oct. 22; Small Business Saturday, Saturday, Nov. 28; the sixth annual Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas, November/ December 2015; The monthly Open Houses & Services at the Chamber at the North Country Small Business Development Center, Health Insurance with the North Country Chamber, and More.

The After Business Mixers from 5:30 to 7 p.m., will be at The Pub, Thursday, Jan. 29 (2015 Ambassador Kick Off at 5 p.m., prior to the ABM); The Country Florist & Gifts,

Thursday, Feb. 26; Christopher Chevrolet Buick, Thursday, March 19; LibbyÕ s Bakery CafŽ , Thursday, April 16, The Crab Shack, Thursday, May 14, Ticonderoga Heritage Museum, Thursday, Sept. 17, Bridge Point Communication, Thursday, Oct. 15, Sentinel Grille in coordination with Lake George Land Conservancy, Thursday, Nov. 19, the Ticonderoga Historical Society and Ticonderoga Arts (Hancock House), Thursday, Dec. 10.

Look for detailed information on the above events as well as Business Seminars, and more throughout the year. Ò In addition to the normal programs, services, and events we offer every year we are excited to be Ò Celebrating 90 YearsÓ with new projects, initiatives, and events. We are also looking to expand the benefits we offer to our members in 2015. As the Chamber continues to grow and move into the future we will work even harder for our members, the business community and the area as a whole. We look forward to working with all of our members and partners

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Members of the Ti Teen Center enjoy a game of glow basketball.

Teen center holds “glow basketball” event TICONDEROGA Ñ On Jan. 10, the Ticonderoga YMCA Teen Center held a Glow-in-the-Dark Basketball Tournament.

Glow Basketball is an event that was developed in 2013 by the Teen Center staff and continues to be a huge hit. Glow Basketball is played in the gym with black lights lighting up the industrial strength glow tape on the floor and special LED lights surrounding the hoop and backboard on each end of the gym.

Players wear bright colors and each team wears matching LED necklaces. A special basketball, lit from the inside with a motion activated LED light, is used.

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With special hours set aside for middle school players and high school players, all ability levels were represented and everyone had a blast.

The Silver Bay Leaders Club DJÕ d throughout the evening and a couple teens volunteered to be referees.

The Teen Center plans to host a few more Glow-in-the-Dark events this year including another round of Glow Basketball, Glow Volleyball, and a teen favorite, Glow Nerf Wars.

For more information contact the Teen Center Staff at 503-5136.

St. Mary’s celebrates throughout week TICONDEROGA Ñ The National Catholic SchoolÕ s Week will be celebrated at St. MaryÕ s School from Friday, Feb. 6 through Saturday, Feb. 14. Numerous activities are planned throughout the week, beginning with Mass on Friday at St. MaryÕ s Church, at 9 a.m. There will be a Family Mass on Sunday, followed by a brunch put on by the Knights of Columbus. Slipper Day, Cup Stacking, Muffins with Mom, Spirit Day, Appreciation Day, Donuts with Dad, Dress Down/Hat Day ,Carnival and Valentines Parties are a smattering of the events planned. People may call St. MaryÕ s School at 585-7433 for any questions or would like further information about Catholic Schools Week 2015.

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Wolf added to Dean’s List

CASTLETON, VT Ñ Castleton State College has named Amanda Wolf of Crown Point was recently named to the DeanÕ s List for the fall semester of the 2014-15 academic year. To qualify for this academic honor, the student must maintain full-time status and a semester grade point average of 3.5.

NCCC announces President’s list

SARANAC LAKE Ñ North Country Community College has named Heidi Maxwell, of Chestertown, Nicole Curcio, of Putnam, Alaina Bevilacqua, of Ticonderoga, Mackenzie Bright, of Ticonderoga, Erin Morse, of Ticonderoga, Clifford Raymond, of Witherbee to the Fall 2014 Semester PresidentÕ s List. The students named to the PresidentÕ s list earned a grade point average of 3.5 to 4.0 out of a possible 4.0. To be eligible for the PresidentÕ s List recognition, full-time and part-time students must meet applicable credit-hour requirements.

SUNY Poly names Rice to Dean’s List

UTICA Ñ Matthew Rice of Moriah Center, has been named to the DeanÕ s List for the Fall 2014 semester at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. Rice is a Computer and Information Science student.

A semester grade point average of 3.20-3.59 or above qualifies full-time, matriculated students for inclusion on the DeanÕ s List.

Mya Pertak and her classmates listen during a lesson at Crown Point Central School.

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Twenty wee-wildcats in grades K-4 participated in the Schroon Lake girls varsity cheer camp.

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Kindergartener Eko Warrington shows her love to cheer at the 90th day of school celebration. She was part of the SLCS Cheer Camp.

Eighth grade varsity cheerleader Lidia Vickery performs at the 90th day of school celebration.

Wildcat pride on display during SLCS cheer camp

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com SCHROON Ñ For several weeks over the past two months, Wildcat Pride was on full display in Schroon Lake.

The Wildcat varsity cheerleading squad hosted their annual Cheer Camp, with 20 Wee-Wildcats coming from grades kindergarten through fourth. Ò The season started in late December and ran into January with practices occurring each week,Ó said MaryLou Shaughnessy, who coaches the team along with Laura Corey. Ò During practice, our eight girls varsity cheerleaders worked with the cheer campers on sideline cheers, time out cheers and a dance

routine.Ó The youth team and varsity counterparts worked hard up to Jan. 24, when they all put their skills to the test.

“After many hours of practice, our grand finale night was held on Jan. 24 when our girls and boys varsity basketball teams played Argyle,Ó Shaughnessy said. Ò The Cheer campers were divided into two cheer groups on the big night and dressed for success in new Cheer Camp T-shirts.Ó Four varsity cheerleaders took to the floor with Wee-Wildcats from grades K-2 to cheer on the girls varsity team, while the 3-4 Wee-Wildcats, with their varsity mentors, cheered for the boys team.

Between games, the squad came together for a dance routine to the Taylor Swift hit, Ò Shake it Off.Ó Ò It was a great dance routine complete with lifts, jumps, cartwheels and cradles,Ó Shaughnessy said. Ò Our Cheer Camp cheerleaders and varsity cheerleaders did an outstanding job.Ó Members of the Wee-Wildcats cheer camp included kindergartners Jade Caza, Eko Warrington, Addison LeClair and Keyanna Denton; first graders Olivia Hartwell, Hannah Welch, Carly Smith and Lizzy Grey; second graders Drake Belrose, Hannah Thompson and Brittany Mosley; fourth graders Paige Decker and Lydia Moses; along with fourth graders Izabella Slyman, Riley Smith, Julia LaPerle, Michaela Udes, Sierra Gregson, Madison Anauo and Aradia Talarico.

Members of the 2014-15 Schroon Lake varsity cheerleading squad include seniors Joelle Kowalka and Abby Welch; sophomores Cheyenne Bowers and Savannah Macri; freshman Amanda Grey; eighth graders

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Paradox Continued from page 1 Ò ItÕ s amazing people would take the time to come off the Northway traveling from New York or other places to stop here and sample what we have to offer,Ó he said.

The brewery also scored a silver medal for itÕ s Pumpkin Spice Lager in a world-wide beer competition held in Rhode Island. Ò ItÕ s a little brewery in the Adirondacks getting some big recognition, and itÕ s what we want,Ó Devine said.

Devine, a native, came back to Schroon from Arizona to help his uncle, Clark. At first, he helped McRocka with the brewmaster duties after a previous brewer left right before the Memorial Day weekend.

Now, with a new brewmaster in place, Devine helps spread the word about the small Adirondack ale producer.

www.timesofti.com Ò You get to work with family and friends, sell beer and talk about beer all day long,Ó Devine said. Ò It canÕ t be that bad.Ó Paradox currently has between 130 and 150 accounts to provide their brews to bars and establishments from Lake Placid to Poughkeepsie. As part of the expansion, Devine said the company hopes to tap into cans. Ò We are looking to sell four packs of 16-ounce cans which will allow us to get into beverage centers and gas stations,Ó Devine said. Ò The cans will have a longer shelf life and allow us to expand our reach,Ó Bruce said.

During the winter months, the Paradox Brewery tasting room is open Fridays from 4 until 7 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Sundays from noon until 4 p.m. The brewery is located at 154 Route 9 in Schroon Lake.

For more information on Paradox Brewery and its offerings, visit paradoxbrewery.com or call 351-5036.

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Heather Bell and Casey Devine of Paradox Brewery show off their wares during an event at the Best Western Plus in Ticonderoga Jan. 31.

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Davis looking to identify ‘mine wives’ in historical photos

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com MORIAH Ñ James Davis wants to know the names of a select group of ladies who had the chance to explore local mines during the heyday of the industry, Davis said he was looking through pictures from the Republic Steel Corporation days in Mineville when he came across pictures of ladies in the mine. Ò Apparently it was customary for the Republic Steel Corporation, which took over the iron mines in 1938, to escort the wives of the miners down the main shafts into the bowels of the earth on occasion,Ó Davis said. Ò We have at least two very good photographs documenting two such trips.Ó In one photo, Davis and others have been able to identify 17 of the 21 ladies in the Ò man car.Ó In the second photo, however, Davis and others have not been as fortunate, only coming up with a couple of names. Ò Two of those are known only by the program on my com-

puter which will do face-recognition, so they are doubtful,Ó Davis said. “Two, however, have been positively identified by the woman who sent the photograph to me, Nancy Smith Hoover, formerly of Moriah Center, as her mother, Leah Davis Smith, and her aunt, Mary Davis Callahan.Ó To help identify the rest of the wives, Davis said he wanted to get the pictures out to the public and ask for their help. Ò It seems to me that these pictures should be of considerable interest to (readers), who may well have had parents and grandparents working in the mines before they closed in 1971,Ó he said.

Those who may know the names of the ladies in the photographs are asked to contact Davis at jjaydavis@cptelco.net or 546-7985. Davis added he hopes to publish the results of this inquiry in the future along with possibly seeking the publicÕ s input on other pictures. Ò We have several photographs, one of men in the mine-car, another of the men in the Fisher Hill machine-shop, and a third of the management of the #7 Mill at Ô switchback,Õ which may of similar interest,Ó he said.

Mine wives

In the left photo on page 20, almost all of the women have been identified, but some information is still being sought. This photo includes, top to bottom, left to right: Mrs. Plonka, Frances Karkoski; Sophie Rytell, Mary Combalski, Frances Mullen; Helen Rytell, Kavil Aski, UNKNOWN, UNKNOWN; Helen Pratt Turevich, Helen Trybendis Visor, Dorothy Bassillion, A. Perry; UNKNOWN; Liz Gonzalez, Ethel Lobdell Kozma, Lois Lobdell; Anna Schuppe, Goodspeed (unknown first name), UNKNOWN; Kay Lebednick.

In the right photo on page 20, Davis has been unable to identify the vast majority of wives who were given a tour of the mines.

Davis said the only two he knows for sure are the two seated in the lower right corner, from left, Mary Davis Callahan and Leah Davis Smith. Facial recognition software identified three others (Frances Mullen - row two, second from left; Kavil Aski row two, far right; and Dorothy Bassillion (third row, far right).

Deal tentatively reached on Old County Home Cemetery issue

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ Essex County lawmakers announced on Friday, Jan. 30 that theyÕ ve tentatively reached a deal to acquire the Old County Cemetery. Ò We are in negotiations now,Ó said County Attorney Daniel Manning. Ò WeÕ re hoping to have a contract signed next week.Ó Cemetery owner Ruth Morgan confirmed that she has agreed to sell the former burial ground, which she purchased from the Essex County IDA in 1985 as part of a larger parcel. Ò I just feel like itÕ s not helping my health a lot,Ó she said. Ò IÕ m looking forward to getting it off my hands and beginning to forget about it.Ó Manning said negotiations with Morgan have been smooth. Ò We have had some good meetings and heÕ s an easy person to talk to,Ó said Morgan.

The agreement Ñ which is scheduled to be made final on Thursday, after this edition went to print Ñ averts a potentially costly legal showdown between the parties.

Last November, the board authorized Manning to move forward with eminent domain proceedings if Morgan didnÕ t agree to sell the two-acre parcel to the county.

Advocates of reclamation by the county argued that the initial sale to Morgan was a mistake.

On Friday, the board also authorized the use of $15,000 from contingency funds to pay for the assessment and purchase of the parcel.

Tax rolls show the 18.2 acre lot is assessed at $104,900.

Morgan lives on the property in a house about a third of a mile from the cemetery, which occupies about two acres in the center of the long, slender parcel.

Without the house, the value drops down to $47,200, according to the same assessment.

Morgan will continue to reside on the property, while provisions will be hashed out to allow for the burial of she and her family members. Ò We will own an old cemetery,Ó Manning told lawmakers. Ò It wonÕ t be a functioning cemetery.Ó It remains unclear what impact its maintenance and upkeep will have on the county budget.

Currently, the town of Essex mows the grounds twice per year as part of a state law permitting towns to maintain abandoned cemeteries, even those under private owner-

ship.

Morgan said she would prefer not to see a sign or plaque installed on the grounds once the handover becomes official. Ò If IÕ m giving it up, IÕ m not giving it up as a cheerful giver,Ó she said. Ò But it looks good for now and I feel pretty at ease with

the whole thing.Ó Lawmakers voted unanimously 16-0 to support the measure, which was moved by Shaun Gillilland (Willsboro) and seconded

by Noel Merrihew of Elizabethtown.

Supervisors Randy Preston and Ed Gardner were excused.

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North Country Singers invite songbirds to join their chorus

By Maggie Morgan

maggie@denpubs.com NORTH CREEK Ñ Every Monday at 7 p.m., Johnsburg Central School’s band room will be filled with the sound of community voices coming together.

Members of North Creek, Johnsburg, North River, Riparius, Minerva, Indian Lake, Schroon Lake and Chestertown areas gather together to make up the North Country Singers, all under the direction of Denise Conti.

Conti said anyone who simply likes to sing is invited to join the group, who are now preparing music for their May concert.

This year, part of the program will include a celebration of the 75th anniversary of The Wizard of Oz for which the North Country Singers will be joined by QueensburyÕ s Middle School Select Choir.

The group hopes to expand the range of voices from nearby communities as new members join to sing along. For more information, contact Director Denise Conti at dconti@frontiernet.net or stop by the next Monday rehearsal.

DEC Forest Rangers assist local officials on emergency calls NORTH HUDSON Ñ The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. In Essex County and the Dix Mountain Wilderness, Town of North Hudson, got a call for lost hikers Thursday, Jan. 1, at 7:15 p.m. The father of a 34-year-old female from Schenectady, notified a DEC Lieutenant Forest Ranger that his daughter and her hiking companion, a 54-year-old male also of Schenectady had attempted to climb the Dix Range. He said the hikers called to tell him they had missed several turns and were not at their intended destination. An additional Forest Ranger and the Lieutenant drove to the trailhead, hiked in two miles and located the pair on the trail. The Rangers escorted the pair back to their vehicle.

In Warren County in the Lake George Wild Forest, a call was placed Thursday, Jan. 1, at 5:15 p.m. about distressed hikers. DEC Ray Brook Dispatch received a request for assistance from four hikers who were near the summit of Prospect Mountain and were unprepared for the conditions. Dispatch gave the hikers, a 55-year-old male, a 55-year-old female, a 25-year-old female and a 22-year-old female, all of Macungi, PA, directions to Prospect Mountain Road. Two DEC Forest Rangers on snowmobiles traveling up the road, located the hikers at 6:47 p.m. and transported them down the mountain to the parking lot. They were evaluated and released at 7:17 p.m.

Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured or distressed people from the backcountry. Ò DEC Forest RangersÕ knowledge of first aid, land navigation and technical rescue techniques are often critical to the success of their missions,Ó said DEC Commissioner Joe Martens. Ò Search and rescue missions often require Rangers to function in remote wilderness areas from rugged mountainous peaks to white-water rivers, and through vast forest areas from spruce-fir thicket to open hardwoods.Ó Be sure to properly prepare and plan before entering the backcountry. Visit DECÕ s Hiking Safety website at dec. ny.gov/outdoor/28708.html and Adirondack Trail Information dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7865.html for more information.

Grace Hudowalski Essay Contest Set SCHROON Ñ On June 12, 2014 East Dix Mountain was officially renamed Grace Peak in honor of Grace Hudowalski and her many years of dedicated stewardship of the Adirondacks.

The 9th annual Grace Hudowalski Essay Contest is set to begin Monday, Feb. 9 and will end Friday, April 24. The contest is sponsored by the 46r Conservation Trust and the Schroon-North Hudson Historical Society. Its purpose is to increase knowledge and awareness of the history and environmental issues in and around the Towns of Schroon and North Hudson. Students are highly encouraged to use oral history with interviews, photos and authentic documents.

This year, the prizes for the 11-14 year age group will be $500 for the first place winner for the best overall essay, $200 for second place and $100 for third place. In the 15-18 year age group the first place winner for the best overall essay will receive $1000, $500 for second place and $200 for third place.

This year Õ s winners will receive their awards Saturday, June 20, at a special ceremony at the North Hudson Town Hall.

Materials are being distributed the first week of February to Mountainside Christian Academy and Schroon Lake Central School and will be available for home-based learning students affiliated with the Towns of Schroon and North Hudson. For additional information, contact Wayne and Laura Dewey at 532-7530.

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OBITUARIES ROBERT MACCLELLAND VETTER December 17, 1918 -January 30,2015 Mineville High School Alumni Association for several years. He was an avid bowler, starting the Merchant Bowling league in 1949 with 4 teams growing to 24 teams. He competed in the New York State Senior Games in Cortland winning a silver medal in basketball and also competing in bowling, horseshoes and softball.

Bob also loved following sports at the high school and Robert (Bob) MacClelland college levels. During his Vetter, 96, of Moriah Center, high school years, he was a passed away on Friday, member of the basketball January 30, 2015 at the Essex team at Mineville High Centers Nursing Home in School. His passion for the Elizabethtown, NY. game continued throughout Bob was born in Port Henry, his lifetime as he frequently NY, to Beecher and Sarah followed local teams and MacClelland Vetter of Moriothers by regularly attending ah Center, NY. He was one games throughout the North of three sons.

Country.

Bob attended St. lawrence Bob had the gift of the gab University and the Universiwhich came in handy during ty of South Carolina. While his early years being the loat St. lawrence University, he cal milkman and in his later often told the story of how years as a volunteer for he wrestled with a fellow Meals-Dn-Wheels covering a student by the name of 43-mile route in Essex Coun"Isador Demsky". In future ty, NY. Besides delivering years, Isador became one of meals, Bob also delivered the the world's great actors and daily weather report. He was changed his name to Kurt a local National Weather SerDouglas. Bob's "rubbing-elvice monitor for many years bows-with-great-actors" list and meal recipients were grew while working one aware he'd been keeping summer as a bellhop at The track of the weather for more Westport Inn and Country than 50 years. Consequently, Club in Westport, NY. As they looked forward to Bob's luck would have it, one arrival with food and foreevening Bob was instructed cast! to go to the boat dock and Bob is predeceased by his meet Helen Hayes to carry parents and his brothers, her baggage to her room. He Beecher Vetter of Moriah often told this story to family Center, NY, and Karl Vetter and friends. of West Virginia.

Bob was married for 73 years In addition to his wife, Marto Margaret Nagy Vetter, garet, he is survived by his daughter of Michael and daughters, Karolyn and EuSophia Nagy of Moriah Cengene Kolankowsky of New ter, NY. In 1946, and forthe Smyrna Beach, Fl, and their following twenty-five years, son, Eugene Kolankowsky of he and Margaret owned and Okoee, Fl, Elaine and Muoperated Northland Farms, Chian Chang of ElizabethInc. a milk business in Moritown, NY, and Robin Vetter ah Center, NY. local farmers and Rocky Wingler, her fibrought raw milk to Bob ance, of Moriah Center, NY. which he and his employees The family would like to exprocessed, bottled and delivtend their sincere and heartered with his own trucks 365 felt appreciation and thankdays a year. His customers you's to the entire staff at the covered a radius of 25 miles Essex Centers Nursing Home and received Bob's milk in Elizabethtown, NY, for the products as well as various excellent care given to our Sealtest and Crowley items, husband, father and such as lemonade in the grandfather. summer and eggnog at Arrangements will be hanChristmas. dled by Harland Funeral Bob was a fire commissioner Home in Port Henry, NY. It with the Moriah Fire Departwas Bob's wishes there be no ment for more than 27 years. calling hours and burial will Over the years, he held the be in the Moriah Union positions of Elder and lay Cemetery in Port Henry, NY, leader in the First Presbyteriat the convenience of the an Church in Mineville, NY, family. and the Mount Moriah PresCondolences for the family byterian Church in Port Henmay be sent to the attention ry, NY. He was a former of Robin Vetter, 105 Withertreasurer for the Moriah bee Road, Witherbee, NY Union Cemetery Association 12998. and an advisor for the

Times of Ti • February 7, 2015 | 23 DAVID CARR February 24, 1929- January 29, 2015 1992 and subsequently met and fell in love with his second wife, Barbara Cheatham Carr. They traveled the world and enjoyed almost 22 years of marriage. David loved travel, music, piloting small planes, visiting with friends and serving in United Methodist church, civic and community leadership.

David was noted to be an exceptional lifelong learner with special interest in Germany, art and history. His love of story telling and Carr, David A.-age 85 of teaching is legendary among Knoxville, Tennessee was his family and friends. David born on February 24, 1929 is predeceased by his first and died on January 29, wife, Minnie Carr, his sister, 2015. David, a loving father, Jesse Brown, and his grandgrandfather, great grandfadaughter, Sylvia Stewart. ther and husband peacefully David is survived by his passed to eternity after years wife, Barbara C. Carr, his of declining health due to daughters, Shery (Rocky) Alzheimers disease. David Armstrong and Ruth was born to Muriel and (Michael) Stewart and sons, Arthur Carr of Ticonderoga, Paul (Joyce Abma) Carr and New York and graduated Steven (Manon) Carr; his from Ticonderoga High step children Alice (Ed) School in 1946. Following Crook, Jean (Scott) Wilhoite, high school, David entered and Bentley (Lynn) Rochester Institute of TechCheatham.

Additionally, nology and began his emthere are twenty four grand ployment at Kodak soon afchildren and twenty four ter graduation. David enlistgreat grandchildren. A celeed in the Army during the bration of life was held FriKorean conflict and served in day, February 6, 2015 at 10 Germany. During his Army am in the nave of Church service David married his Street United Methodist college sweetheart, Minnie Church. Interment of the reSylvia, in 1953. mains followed at the TenMinnie and David enjoyed nessee State Veterans Ceme39 year of marriage and lived tery. In lieu of flowers, in Rochester, New York, please consider a gift in Kingsport, Tennessee and Davids memory to the Pat Longview, Texas all while Summit Foundation, 625 employed with Eastman KoMarket Street, Suite 1400, dak. While employed at KoKnoxville, TN 37902 or Voldak, David finished his B. A. unteer Ministry Center, 511 at University of Rochester in N. Broadway St, Knoxville, 1964. David spent his entire TN 37917. Arrangements by career with Eastman Kodak Cremation Options, Inc. and rose from photo store (865)6WE-CARE (693-2273) employee to the Director of www.cremationoptionsinc.Training at Tennessee Eastcom man. David lost Minnie in SHIRLEY A. CORNWELL 2/26/35 - 1/25/15 Moriah after marriage and was an Shirley passed away January impeccable housekeeper. She 25, 2015 after a short illness. was not only Mike and Born February 26, 1935 in Dawns Mom, she was their Moriah, she was the daughfriend and confidant who ter of Warren and Rose will be sadly missed.

(Shaughnessy) Williams.

Shirley is survived by one Shirley graduated from Mobrother Edmond Bug riah High School in 1953 and (Yvonne) Williams of Lake married Jack R. Cornwell Havasu City, Az.; 2 children September 10, 1955. She Michael (Sheila) Cornwell of worked as a telephone operCanton, NY and Dawn ator, a homemaker and at (Kent) Belden of TiconderoFrontier Town for 19 years ga; 3 grandchildren, Chad before retiring.

Belden of Crown Point, JenHer loves included dancing, nifer (Chris) Lash of Waynesa good game of pinochle, burg, Pa and Lindsey (Brandon) Barney of El Cajon, Ca; and all music from big band 3 great grandchildren, Claire to country to rock and roll.

Lash and Makayla and KarriNascar weekends were algan Barney. ways the best when she At Shirleys request there will could cheer on Tony Stewart. be no calling hours. InterHer friends were near and ment will take place in the dear to her heart, as she alspring at the South Moriah ways enjoyed their lunches, Cemetery in Moriah, NY. chats on the phone and goDonations in Shirleys memoing for a good piece of pie. ry may be made to the MoriShe took great pride in her ah Ambulance Squad. home that Jack and she built

JOSEPHINE GOWETT JANUARY 22, 1924-JANUARY 27, 2015 Ticonderoga.

Josephine deroga; many grandchildren Gowett, 91, of Ticonderoga, and great-grandchildren, passed away on Tuesday, and one great-great-grandJanuary 27, 2015, at the daughter and several nieces Moses-Ludington Hospital and nephews. She is also of Ticonderoga. survived by her special Born in Mechanicville, NY friends, Mary Charlton and on January 22, 1924, she was Barbara French. the daughter of the late SteA Memorial Mass will be celfano and Maria (Martone) ebrated at a later date at a Parillo. time to be announced at St. Josephine was employed for Mary's Catholic Church of many years at International Ticonderoga.

Paper Company of TiconJosephine's family wishes to deroga and was a member of thank Dr. Hoy and his staff the Company's Quarter Cenand everyone at the Adult tury Club.

Home, and also the Patient In addition to her parents, Care Unit of Moses-Ludingshe was pre-deceased by one ton Hospital in Ticonderoga brother, Sylvio Parillo and for their care and kindness. one sister, Mary Gallo.

Donations in Josephine's She is survived by her son, memory may be made to the Thomas Gowett and his wife, Northeast Kidney FoundaNikki of Plant City, Florida; tion, 501 New Karner Road, and her daughter, Stephanie Albany, NY 12205.

Towne and her husband, Arrangements are under the Harold of Ticonderoga; one direction of the Wilcox & Resister, Theresa Tobin and her gan Funeral Home of Ticonhusband Ernest of Ticonderoga.

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Vikings score impressive wins over Willsboro on the court

By Akashia Swinton

denpubs@denpubs.com MORIAH Ñ The Moriah Vikings triumphed over the Willsboro Warriors this week.

The girls were up first on Thursday with a final score of 74-34 in favor of the Lady Vikings. The boys played Friday and ended with a score of 83-42, again in the favor of the Vikings.

The lady Vikings took an early lead Jan. 29 and continued to add to their lead throughout the matchup.

The discrepancy was greatly influenced by the passing. The Moriah girls had high quality, precise passes whereas the Willsboro girls had issues with passes to start the game. The Warriors were able to improve on their passing, but were unable to close the deficit.

The leaders for the Vikings were Madison Stahl with 22 points and 4 rebounds and Lauren Cross with 18 points.

Warrior scorers were Payton Gough with 14 points and Andrea OÕ Hara and Trina Bigelow with 7 points each.

The boyÕ s game was equally decisive Jan. 30. The discrepancy wasn’t unmanageable in the first half as the Warriors were only down by seven points at the end of the second quarter. The Vikings came out tough after the half with a very tight defense and unselfish and precise passing, which increased the Warrior deficit to 28 points at the end of the third quarter.

Willsboro was able to compose themselves, but the Moriah lead increased to over 40 points.

MoriahÕ s power duo was Taylor Slattery and Adam Jaquish. Evident in the third quarter, Slattery and Jaquish were unstoppable on the fast break. Slattery ended the game with 8 points and Jaquish ended with 22 points and 5 rebounds.

WillsboroÕ s leaders were Nolan Murphy with 14 points and 5 rebound and Jesse Hearn with 9 points.

Moriah’s Noah Gilbo defends against a corner jump shot by Nolan Murphy of Willsboro.

Photo by Akashia Swinton

Rough week in Northern Basketball League for local squads Girls basketball Moriah 38, Lake Placid 17

LAKE PLACID Ñ The Lady Vikings used a 16-5 third quarter to pull away from the Lady Blue Bombers Jan. 28.

Madison Stahl paced the Moriah offensive attack with 15 points, while Lauren Cross added 14, Shelby MacDougal 5, Madison Olcott 2 and Jordan Speshock 2.

Minerva/Newcomb 53, Crown Point 25

CROWN POINT Ñ The Lady Mountaineers dominated the middle 16 minutes of play, outscoring the Lady Panthers 37-11 in the second and third quarters Jan. 30.

Astasia Myler led the way for the Mountaineers with 28 points, while Madison Miller scored 7, Jordan Bush 6, Makenzie Winslow 6, Isabelle Bureau 4 and Danielle McNally 2.

Logan Harrington scored 13 points to lead the Panthers, with Amber DuShane and Shawna McIntosh each scoring 4 points.

Bailey Noel and Heather Ryan each added 2 points.

Wells 44, Indian Lake/Long Lake 15

INDIAN LAKE — Trailing by five at halftime, the Lady Orange were unable to get back in the game as Wells used a 30-6 second half to secure the win Jan. 30.

Rebecca King scored 5 points for the Orange, while Lillian Dechene added 4. Cheyenne Wilder and Alexis Seery each scored 2 points, with Victoria Moore scoring 1.

Keene 74, Johnsburg 7

KEENE VALLEY Ñ A 23-1 opening eight minutes of play sealed the fate of the Lady Jaguars Jan. 30.

Savanna Berg, Kersten Mason and Emmalee Ellsworth each scored 2 points for the Jaguars, with Emily Persons scoring 1.

Boys basketball Keene 83, Johnsburg 42

NORTH CREEK Ñ The Beavers pulled away from the Jaguars in the second eight minutes, outscoring Johnsburg 26-5 to cruise to victory Jan. 29.

Mark Cleveland hit four three-pointers and part of a 20 point performance for the Jaguars, while Ty Berg scored 10, Clayton Smith 9 and Jason Morehouse 3.

Minerva/Newcomb 65, Crown Point 56

NEWCOMB Ñ Leading by two at halftime, the Mountaineers outscored the Panthers 16-9 in the third quarter, leading to a nine-point advantage they would hold through the final quarter Jan. 29.

Kalab Helms paced the Mountaineers with 21 points, connecting on a trio of triples. Stephen Viele scored 12 points for the Mountaineers, while Caleb Winter, Mickey Johnson and Patrick McCarroll each scored 10 points in the win. Aiden LaCourse added 2 points.

For the Panthers, Noah Macey scored 27 points, while Kolby Pertak scored 12 points before leaving the game with an injury.

Chad Stephens added 8 points, with Chance Potter scoring 7 and Jacob Norton 2.

Noah Macey of Crown Point drives to the basket aganst Minerva/Newcomb.

Photo by Nancy Frasier

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Wednesday, Feb. 11, and Saturday, Feb. 14

TICONDEROGA — “Bag Sale”. Thrift Shop, First United Methodist Church. 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Details: 585-2242, church office 585-7995.

Thursday, Feb. 12 Ongoing: Mondays and Thursdays

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Assembly of God Church, coffeehouse, 6:30 p.m. Free.

TICONDEROGA — ACBL Duplicate Bridge, 12:30 p.m. Details: 585-3322.

Monday through Thursday

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.

Tuesday and Thursdays

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Duplicate Bridge Club.

12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Details: Michael Rogers 585-3322.

HAGUE — AARP Foundation Tax Aide. Hague Community Center. Through April 14. Details: 543-6161. Free help.

Tuesdays to Thursdays

CROWN POINT — Community Walkers, Church in Park, walk own pace.

Second Tuesdays

TICONDEROGA — Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group monthly support group for caregivers Inter-Lakes Health, Ethan Allen Library, 4 p.m. Details: 564-3370.

TICONDEROGA — North Country Small Business Dev. Center Open House. TACC. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Third Tuesday

HAGUE — Hague Fish & Game Club meetings, 7 p.m.

Third Wednesday

TICONDEROGA — Ti’coustics, Burleigh House, 7 to 9 p.m.

Free donations accepted.

Wednesday and Thursday

CROWN POINT — Knapp Senior Center, 3 to 6 p.m. Dinner 4 p.m. Senior Center, Methodist Church Creek Road. Details: Tatum 597-4491.

Wednesday and Friday

TICONDEROGA — Children’s Artist touch workshop, Ticonderoga Heritage Museum,137 Montcalm Street. 9 a.m.

Details: 585-2696.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

TICONDEROGA — Free Fit Camp Date: 6 to 7 a.m. Free.

TiNY Wellness

Second and Fourth Wednesday

TICONDEROGA — FOE #4410, 103 Montcalm St. (Upstairs).

Second Wednesdays

CROWN POINT — Crown Point Fire District Board of Commissioners meet, AE Phelps fire station 6:30 p.m.

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

Second and Fourth Wednesday

TICONDEROGA — Free arthritis exercises, Ticonderoga Senior Center, 10 to 11 a.m. Details: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County 962-4810, mba32@cornell.edu.

Third Wednesday

TICONDEROGA — Ti Area Seniors meet, 1 p.m. Armory.

First Thursday

TICONDEROGA — Essex County Leathernecks, Marine Corps League, Det. 791, Ticonderoga American Legion Post, 6 p.m. Active Marines and Marine Veterans invited.

Second Thursday

TICONDEROGA — American Legion Post #224 monthly meeting.

PORT HENRY Ñ Town of Moriah Town Board meetings.

Town Courthouse, 42 Park Place. 6 p.m.

Every Friday and Saturday

MORIAH — Holy Cow Thrift Corner, next to Moriah Fire Department, Tarbell Hill Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds benefit Moriah Methodist Church. Donations welcome. Details: 5467409 or 546-7121.

Every other Saturday

PORT HENRY — Story Time. Sherman Free Library.

Ages 1 to 4, parents. 10:30 a.m. Through Saturday, April 18. Details: 546-7461.

Every First Saturday

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Assembly of God Coffee House. Mountain Time Furniture and Auction. 6:30 p.m.

Every Third Sunday

Every Third Monday

TICONDEROGA — 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 Thursday

TICONDEROGA — Cemetery Committee Meeting. Hancock House. 5:30 p.m.

Fourth Thursday

TICONDEROGA — Operations Efficiency Committee. 1 p.m. Town of Ticonderoga.

First Monday

MORIAH — Moriah Senior Citizens Club 1 p.m. Port Henry Train Station.

Last Monday

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Public Safety Meeting. 5 p.m.

Last Tuesday

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Highway Meeting. Noon.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Public Works Meeting.

8:30 a.m.

Every Monday

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

TICONDEROGA — Support group people family members addictions. Library at Heritage Commons nursing home, 6:30 p.m.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Duplicate Bridge Club.

12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Details: Michael Rogers 585-3322.

Every Tuesday

SCHROON — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Group.

Schroon Lake Senior Center across TOPS Market, 6 to 7 p.m.

Details: 494-8081.

SILVER BAY — Northern Lake George Rotary Club, meets Silver Bay YMCA of Adirondacks 7:30 a.m. Details: Diane Dickson 543-8051.

TICONDEROGA — Cornerstone Alliance Church formed youth group 10 to 17 6 to 8 p.m. Details: 585-6391.

TICONDEROGA — Tai Chi. Black Watch Memorial Library.

Noon. $10/session. Starting Jan. 20.

TICONDEROGA — Champlain Valley Chorale weekly rehearsals. Fellowship Hall, First United Methodist Church, Wicker Street. 7 p.m. Details: Bob Elling 585-2173.

SCHROON — GateKeepers 6 to 8 a.m. Shirley’s Diner. Details: 380-2185, gatekeepers.men@gmail.com.

Every Wednesday

HAGUE — Holistic stress management T’ai Chi and Qigong, Hague Community Building, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Details: returntomountain@yahoo.com, 543-6605.

TICONDEROGA — Celebrate Recovery meetings. Board room Moses Ludington Hospital. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Open to public. Details: Vince 429-9173.

TICONDEROGA — GateKeepers 6:30 to 8 a.m. Wagon Wheel. Details: 380-2185. or gatekeepers.men@gmail.com.

TICONDEROGA — Take control exercise classes. Ticonderoga Armory Senior Center. 9:30 a.m. Free. Details: 585-6050, rsvp@logocail.net.

Every Thursday

CROWN POINT — Champlain Valley Flyers Club, weather permitting, 4 p.m. until dusk 593 Bridge Road (Rte 185). Details: 802-758-2578.

CROWN POINT — Crown Point Food Pantry, Crown Point Methodist Church, Creek Road. 9 to 11 a.m.

MORIAH — Moriah Arts and Crafts Group, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Port Henry Train Station. Noon. Details: Reservations required 546-7941 day before.

TICONDEROGA — Bingo, Ticonderoga fire house, 6:45 p.m.

Doors 5 p.m.

TICONDEROGA — Black Watch Memorial Library, Tai chi program, 3:30 p.m. $10, First lesson free.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Duplicate Bridge Club.

12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Details: Michael Rogers 585-3322.

CROWN POINT — Medieval history literature discussion group through May 25. 10 a.m. to noon. Readings. Meeting times, days, flexible, depending interest. Details: Kelly. Crown Point or Ticonderoga 18 and older.

TICONDEROGA — Needlecraft Group, Jane Bassett, Sue Freyhofer. Black Watch Public Library. 1 p.m. People welcome join group. Details: 585-7995.

TICONDEROGA — AA “Big Book” Meeting. Inner Lakes/Mo-

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ses Ludington Cafeteria. 7 p.m.

TICONDEROGA — Women’s Bible Study. 10 a.m. Cornerstone Alliance Church. Details: PJ Bolstridge 585-7596, Church office 585-6391.

CROWN POINT — Crown Point Food Pantry open. 9 to 11 a.m. Proof of residence.

TICONDEROGA — Methodist Church Crafters. Black Watch Memorial Library. 3 p.m.

Every Friday

TICONDEROGA — Black Watch Memorial Library free genealogy program, 3 p.m. Free, open to public.

TICONDEROGA — YMCA Teen Center. 123 Champlain Ave. Open hours: Grades 6 to 12: 3 to 6 p.m., 7 to 9 p.m. Grades 9 to 12: 9 to 11 p.m. Membership free, form required silverbay.org.

Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Every Saturday

SCHROON — Mountainside Share Shop, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Donations green drop box outside building. Details: 5327128. Mountainside: four miles south Schroon Lake Village.

SCHROON — Screening DVDs, documentaries, children’s films, and classic movies. Schroon Lake Public Library. Children’s 12:30 p.m. Teens, adults 7 p.m. Details: lakelibrary129. wordpress.com. Through mid-April.

TICONDEROGA — YMCA Teen Center. 123 Champlain Ave. Open hours: Grades 6 to 12: 2 to 6 p.m., 7 to 9 p.m. Grades 9 to 12: 9 to 11 p.m. Membership free, form required silverbay.org.

Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Every Sunday

TICONDEROGA — Cornerstone Alliance Church, youth group 6 p.m. 10 to 18. Details: 585-6391.

TICONDEROGA — United Methodist Church. Worship services 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School children 10:30 a.m. service. Details: 585-7995, tifumc.com. Betty Rettig 5857247 bettyhansrettig@yahoo.com.

PUTNAM STATION — Sunday School Sunday. Worship 10 a.m. followed by coffee hour. Martha O’Dell Fellowship Hall.

Details: 547-8378, pupc8378@gmail.com.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Al-Anon Family Group, family, friends of problem drinkers. Elizabethtown Community Hospital Board Room. 4 to 5 p.m. Anonymous, confidential, free. Details: 962-2351, 873-2652.

Events: Saturday, Feb. 7

PUTNAM STATION — Spaghetti dinner. Putnam Firehouse, Rte. 22. 4 to 7 p.m. $10 adults, $5 under 10. Details: Randy Moore 547-8410.

SCHROON — Schroon Lake Sophomore Class of 2017 Sweetheart dinner. Schroon lake Fish & Game Club. 5 to 7 p.m. Adults $10, children 5 to 12 $7, under five free.

CHESTERTOWN — Poker Run, North Warren Trailblazer’s Club. North Warren Trailblazers Snowmobile Club HAGUE — Buffet Style Spaghetti Dinner, Vermont Children’s Hospital Benefit. Hague Volunteer Fire Department.

5:30 to 7 p.m. $5 pp.

TICONDEROGA — Volleyball. TMCA Teen Center. Grades 6 to 8: 7 to 9 p.m., Grades 9 to 12: 9 to 11 p.m. Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Saturday, Feb. 7 and Sunday, Feb. 8

TICONDEROGA — Stuart Lilie, blanket coat, Canadian capote presentation. For Ticonderoga. $340 Friends of Fort Ticonderoga, volunteers; $320 BYO blanket coat cost; $160 Friends of Fort Ticonderoga, Volunteers $140.

Sunday, Feb. 8

TICONDEROGA — “Beyond Founding Fashion”. Mars Education Center, Fort Ticonderoga. 2 p.m. $10 pp, free members.

Tuesday, Feb. 10

TICONDEROGA — NCSBDC Open House. TACC, Montcalm St. Details: 564-2524.

TICONDEROGA — TiNADA Coalition monthly meeting.

Basement, Community Building. 6 p.m. Details: 5853080, tinada@townofticonderoga.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 11

TICONDEROGA — Make Gummy Worms. YMCA Teen Center. 4 p.m. Center Closed 7 to 9 p.m. Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Friday, Feb. 13

SILVER BAY — Silver Bay dinner and movie. Silver Bay YMCA. Dinner 6 p.m. Movie 6:45 p.m. “The Book Thief” HAGUE — Hague SnoQueen Pageant. Hague Community Center. 7 p.m. Details: Tom Haskell 585-9890.

SCHROON — Valentine’s Day Banquet, Silent Auction, Senior Class of 2015. Mountainside Christian Academy. 6:30 p.m. $8 pp, ages 16 and up. Tickets $10 door. Childcare available.

Details: 532-7129, ext. 102.

TICONDEROGA — Valentines Dance. YMCA Teen Center.

7 to 9 p.m. $3. Grades 6 to 10. Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Friday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 15

HAGUE — Hague Winter Weekend. Hague Community Center, 9793 Graphite Mountain Rd. Details: 543-6441.

Saturday, Feb. 14

SILVER BAY — Valentine’s Dance, the Tony Jenkins Jazz Trip.

Silver Bay YMCA 87 Silver Bay Rd. 7:30 p.m. Free. Details: 5438833, silverbay.org.

CHILSON — Chilson Volunteer Fire Department Valentine’s Day dinner dance. 5:30 p.m. E.M.A., 9 Maplewood Ln. Tickets $17.50. Details: 503-5067, ChilsonVFD@gmail.com.

TICONDEROGA — Five hour pre-licensing class. Ti campus of NCCC. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Preregistration required, Mon. through Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Student in person, current learner’s permit, SSN, email $30 fee. Details: 354-5179.

HAGUE — NLG Rotary Fundraiser. Hague Firehouse. 8 to 10:45 a.m.

HAGUE — HVFD Breakfast. Hague Volunteer Fire Department. 7 to 11 a.m.

HAGUE — Chili Bake off. Hague Volunteer Fire Department. 4 p.m. Details: 543-6059.

TICONDEROGA — Movie Night. YMCA Teen Center. 7 to 9:30 p.m. Grades 6 to 12. Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Saturday Feb. 14 through Feb. 21 BRANT LAKE — Brant Lake Winter Carnival.

Sunday, February 15

HAGUE — Polar Swim. Trout House Village Resort Dock. 2 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 16 through Feb. 21

TICONDEROGA — YMCA Teen Center special hours: Mon through Thursday: Grades 6 to 12: 2 until 6 p.m., 7 to 9 p.m.; Grades 9 to 12: 9 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday: Closed. Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

Tuesday, Feb. 17

TICONDEROGA — Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. Episcopal Church of the Cross, Champlain Ave. 4 to 6 p.m. Free, open to public.

SCHROON — Book Discussion Group ‘The Light Between Oceans’ by M.L. Stedman. Downstairs meeting room, Schroon Lake Public Library. 1 p.m. Details: 532-7737 ext. 13.

Wednesday, Feb. 18

TICONDEROGA — Ti’coustics, 1950’s. Burleigh House. 7 to 9 p.m. Donations accepted.

Thursday, Feb. 19

SCHROON — Learn download audiobooks. Schroon Lake Public Library. Noon until 2 p.m. Details: 532-7737 ext. 13.

Saturday, Feb. 21

HAGUE — Northern Lake George Ice Fishing Tournament, Hague Fish & Game Club. Hague Town Park, 9060 Lake Shore Dr. 6 a.m. Details: 543-6401, haguefishandgame.com.

SCHROON — Fourth annual chili cookoff. Mountainside Gymnasium. 11:30 a.m. Tasting Tickets $1, Single Bowl tickets $5, unlimited tasting wristband $15. Details: 532-4300.

TICONDEROGA — Battle on Snowshoes. Fort Ticonderoga.

10 a.m. 4 p.m. $10 pp, free for Friends of Fort Ti and under 4.

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Details: Jackie 503-5136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org.

o you have a cat who scratches your furniture incessantly, and who you are considering having declawed? The North Country SPCAÕ s Facebook page has a link to an infographic that that explains why we are not in favor of declawing.

Just a few of the facts: Declawing is a very painful procedure with a lengthy recovery. It can cause acute or chronic health issues, and often leads to lifelong behavioral issues. We have had a number of cats come to the shelter who had previously been declawed and developed problems with using their litter pans, aggressive behavior or avoiding people as a result of the experience. We guarantee your kitty will live a happier, healthier, pain-free life with his claws than without.

Our featured pet this week is Nash, a beautiful, 3-year-old Hound/Labrador Retriever-mix who has been at our shelter for about four months.

Nash has wonderful people who come every weekend to take him for hikes and he loves the great, big, exciting world out there for him to explore.

HeÕ s very respectful of cats, housebroken, and

Kathy L. Wilcox • 873-5000

Nash just an all-around good dog. Someone out there needs a Nash in their life!

Could that someone be you?

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Elks breakfast cancelled

TICONDEROGA Ñ The Ticonderoga Elks Lodge is canceling the Breakfast Scheduled for Feb. 8 due to the K of C scheduling a breakfast for St. MaryÕ s Catholic SchoolÕ s Week. They are encouraging everyone to attend the breakfast for St. MaryÕ s School.

Democratic committe endorses Barrett

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ The Essex County Democratic Committee unanimously endorsed Brian Barrett for Essex County Judge last night and we were all impressed with the articulate message delivered by Barrett. His desire, commitment, experience and ideas were all the persuasive factors in our decision to support him. Most impressive is his concern for alternative solutions to unclog court caseloads, deliver fair sentences, and assign cases locally when possible to save expense to the county taxpayers and keep the money in Essex County.

Honeybee Fund seeks applications

KEENE Ñ The Honeybee Community Fund continues to seek applications for its annual funding cycle. As many have heard, the foundation is in the process of winding down after twenty years of serving the North Country. Until further notice, grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded yearly to assist small businesses, farmers, environmental projects and the arts (including nonprofit organizations). Applicants must reside in and/or do business in Essex County. Instructions are on the application, which is available upon request from bzzwords@gmail.com or Honeybee Community Fund, PO Box 281, Keene, NY 12942. All completed applications must be received by the Honeybee Community Fund by Friday, April 10, in order to be considered for grants awarded in May.

DEC camp scholarships now available

SCHUYLER FALLS Ñ The Lake Champlain Chapter of Trout Unlimited will again provide scholarships for interested young men and women 11 to 17 years old to attend DECÕ s popular summer camp program. The camps, located at Camp Colby, Pack Forest, DeBruce and Rushford provide a great opportunity to learn more about the environment and have fun in the summer.

Campers enjoy a week of summer fun and conservation education conducted by DEC’s well-qualified counselors. The scholarships pay all costs to attend. Parents provide transportation to and from the camps for the one-week sessions which are conducted in July and August.

The scholarships are a memorial to Sam Thuesen and Dennis Aprill, outstanding educators, leaders and anglers who devoted their lives to the North Country, and use private funds provided

by Trout Unlimited and the Siberian Rod and Gun Club to assist in youth conservation education.

In announcing this yearÕ s scholarships, Derrick Miller, Chapter President said, Ò WeÕ re proud to continue this wonderful program. For all who attend, itÕ s a great experience. For some, it is a life-changing event.Ó To apply, send a one-page letter telling why they want to go to camp to Gretchen Comfort, 749 Norrisville Road, Schuyler Falls NY 12985 by Sunday, March 15. The scholarships are limited to first-time attendees only. Include age, school, and phone number/email address. These scholarships are limited.

For more information for campers and parents, go to dec. ny.gov.education or Google Ò DEC Summer Camps.Ó

County soil and water to assist landowners

WESTPORT Ñ The Essex County Soil and Water Conservation District will be assisting agricultural landowners with completion of Soil Group worksheets for agricultural exemption. The exemptions are for qualifying landowners earning $10,000 or more per year from their agricultural operation. Landowners making changes to current qualifying parcels need to have updated worksheets for acreage and ownership changes. Agricultural landowners should first contact their local assessor to determine eligibility. Contact the District office at 962-8225 or email at essexswcd@westelcom.com for a new or updated Soil Group worksheet before the deadline Sunday, March 1.

Thrift store to help community

CROWN POINT Ñ The Second Blessings Community Thrift Shop a Ministry of First Congregational Church will be closed for the season. During this time, if there is an emergent need, call Pastor David at 597-3398 or Bonnie Landry at 597-3028. They are always there to help!

Al-Anon group now available

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ An Al-Anon Family Group, for family and friends of problem drinkers, meets every Sunday in the Elizabethtown Community Hospital Board Room, from 4 to 5 p.m. Meetings are anonymous, confidential and free. For more information, call 962-2351 or 873-2652.

Hague Winter Weekend set

HAGUE Ñ Hague Winter Weekend takes place Friday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 15 at various venues around the town. The Snow Queen Pageant features talented young girls who perform a group routine and showcase their individual talents Friday at the Hague Community Center, at 7 p.m. Contact Tom Haskell at 585-9890 for more information.

The FiremenÕ s Breakfast will be Saturday at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department from 7 to 11 a.m. Contact Linda Mury at 543-6059 for any questions.

The eighth annual Chili Bake will be Saturday at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department, at 4 p.m. There will also be raffles and music. For any questions contact Linda Mury at 543-6059.

Finally the Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser, for Vermont ChildrenÕ s Hospital, with WOKO radio Big Round Up takes place Sunday at Trout House Village Dock, 9117 Lake Shore Drive, at 2 p.m.

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In brief AARP Tax assistance now available

HAGUE Ñ Free tax assistance is available Tuesdays and Thursdays, through April 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or at North Country Community College-Ticonderoga campus on four Friday afternoons, Feb. 13, Feb. 27, March 6, and March 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Returns are prepared in both locations by appointment only.

Contact the Hague Community Center at 543-6161 to schedule an appointment in Hague or Ticonderoga. Bring the following to the appointment: driverÕ s license, Social Security card, W2s, 1099s, interest and dividend statements, any other tax-related documents, and health insurance coverage information for taxpayer, spouse and all dependents.

The local AARP Tax-Aide program provides free 2014 income tax preparation. Trained and certified every year, volunteer counselors help low and middle income taxpayers get the credits and deductions they deserve. People do not have to be retired or a member of AARP for this service. 2014 federal and state income tax returns are prepared and electronically filed. Refunds can be direct deposited to checking or savings account, giving quick refunds to taxpayers.

Buffet style to benefit Children’s Hospital

HAGUE Ñ There will be a Buffet Style Spaghetti Dinner to Benefit the Vermont Children’s Hospital Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Hague Volunteer Fire Department from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per plate.

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Thrift shop to hold bag sale

TICONDEROGA Ñ The Thrift Shop at the First United Methodist Church will be holding a Ò Bag SaleÓ Wednesday, Feb. 11, and Saturday, Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., each day. This very popular sale will have all menÕ s and womenÕ s clothing for $3 a bag which will be supplied by the shop. ChildrenÕ s clothing and household treasures will not be part of the bag sale. Following the bag sale, spring clothing will begin to be available.

The FUMC Thrift Shop is open year round every Wednesday and Saturday from 9 until 2 p.m. The shop is staffed by volunteers and benefits the church and its outreach ministries. The church and thrift shop are located at 1045 Wicker St. (Route 9N), up the hill from the hospital. For more information, call the shop at 585-2242 or the church office at 585-7995.

Fire Dept. to hold dinner and dance

CHILSON Ñ The Chilson Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual ValentineÕ s Day dinner dance Saturday, Feb. 14, at 5:30 p.m. at the E.M.A. at 9 Maplewood Lane. Tickets are $17.50. Call 503-5067 or e-mail ChilsonVFD@gmail.com for tickets.

Pre-licensing classes scheduled

SCHROON Ñ The Schroon Lake Sophomore Class of 2017 will host a Sweetheart dinner Saturday, Feb. 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Schroon lake Fish & Game Club. Dinner will include ham, mashed potatoes,vegetables,applesauce, bread, dessert and a beverage. Adults cost $10 and children ages 5 to 12 is $7, under five eats free.

TICONDEROGA Ñ The Ticonderoga campus of North Country Community College will hold five hour pre-licensing classes throughout this semester. The classes will be held Saturday, Feb. 14, Saturday, April 11 and Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Students are required to attend the entire class time. Preregistration is required prior to the date of the class and can be done Monday through Friday during the regular business office hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The student must appear in person and bring his/her current learnerÕ s permit, SSN, email address, and the $30 registration fee to sign up. If the student is under age 18, a parent or legal guardian must be present at pre-registration.

For more information call 354-5179.

County vegetable farmers to meet

Episcopals prep pancake feast

Firehouse to serve spaghetti dinner

’The Light Between Ocean’s’ to be discussed

SLCS Sophomores to Host Sweetheart Dinner

WARRENSBURG Ñ Warren County Vegetable Farmers will be holding a meeting for people who grow and sell vegetables Saturday, Feb. 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. The location of the meeting is determined by how many people are interested in attending. For information and to RSVP, contact Rand at 494-7942 or email@ rfosdick@ymail.com.

PUTNAM STATION Ñ There will be a spaghetti dinner Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Putnam Firehouse on Rte. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. to benefit the Northern Washington County Trail Blazers (Putnam-Dresden Snowmobile Club). The menu consists of spaghetti, meatballs, salad, roll, beverage and dessert.

Takeouts will be available. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10. There will also be food basket, 50/50 and other raffles. For more information, call Randy Moore at 547-8410.

Lilie to present blanket coat interpretation

TICONDEROGA Ñ Join Director of Interpretation, Stuart Lilie, to construct a choice of a blanket coat or Canadian capote Saturday, Feb. 7 and Sunday, Feb. 8. Look at surviving images and descriptions to turn a blanket into a blanket coat, as was done by Native warriors, British soldiers, and American soldiers in the French and Indian war and the Revolutionary war. Alternately, look at the origins and accounts of the Canadian capote, building one of these common winter and fatigue coats, worn by Canadian milice, French soldiers, and some French allied native warriors. Advanced reservations required.

Blanket Coat & Capote the cost is $340 for Friends of Fort Ticonderoga and volunteers; $320 BYO blanket coat cost; $160 Friends of Fort Ticonderoga and Volunteers is $140.

‘Beyond Founding Fashion’ slated for Fort Ti

TICONDEROGA Ñ Fort TiconderogaÕ s Ò Beyond Founding FashionÓ Sunday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. in the Mars Education Center, Fort Ticonderoga. The cost for each program is $10 per person and will be collected at the door and free for members of Fort Ticonderoga.

FCC announces church service

CROWN POINT Ñ The First Congregational Church of Crown Point, Brick Church in the Park, invites the community to this weekÕ s Services Sunday, Feb. 8, at 9:30 a.m. This weekÕ s Service will include reflective time, singing, Prayers, and a positive, timely message. Pastor David will conduct the Service.

Mountainside holds banquet and auction

SCHROON Ñ The Mountainside Christian Academy will hold its annual ValentineÕ s Day Banquet and Silent Auction, hosted by the Senior Class of 2015, Friday, Feb. 13, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The evening will include a French dinner, musical performances, and games, with the theme Ò An Evening in ParisÓ . Tickets, bought in advance from the school office, are $8 per person, ages 16 and up and tickets at the door are $10. Childcare for children through 4th grade is available. Note that arrangements for childcare are required in advance and that children should eat prior to coming. For more information, call the school office at (518) 532-7129, ext. 102.

Church to hold pancake supper

SCHROON Ñ The Schroon Lake Community Church will hold a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Tuesday, Feb. 17, in the Community Room from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no standard charge, however, there will be a donation basket available to aid the church with outreach projects. Use the Leland Street entrance.

TICONDEROGA Ñ The Episcopal Church of the Cross on Champlain Avenue, will hold a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 4 to 6 p.m. The meal includes pancakes, sausage, applesauce, a beverage and ice cream for dessert. The supper is free to everyone. Good will donations will benefit local outreach programs.

SCHROON Ñ The Book Discussion Group will be meeting Tuesday, Feb. 17, in the downstairs meeting room at the Schroon Lake Public Library, at 1 p.m. This monthÕ s book is Ô The Light Between OceansÕ by M.L. Stedman. If anybody is interested in joining or would like more information contact the library at 532-7737 ext. 13.

Audio book download class to be held

SCHROON Ñ Learn how to download free audio books Thursday, Feb. 19, at the Schroon Lake Public Library from noon until 2 p.m. This is a one-day class that starts with a demonstration followed by one-on-one assistance. For information call 5327737 ext. 13.

Fort Ti to present ‘Battle on Snowshoes’

TICONDEROGA Ñ Fort Ti presents the Battle on Snowshoes Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Meet the Native American Warriors, French soldiers, and Canadians, who delivered the rangersÕ worst defeat. Stand with the courageous and skilled rangers who fought for King and Country and to stay alive on a snowy mountainside near Ticonderoga. Investigate the myths and facts of Robert Rogers and why his exploits in the North Woods still fill the popular imagination today. The cost is $10 per person and payable at the door.

Friends of Fort Ticonderoga and children 4 years old and under are free of charge.

Chili cook off returns for fourth year

SCHROON Ñ The chili cook off has returned for another year Saturday, Feb. 21, at the Mountainside Gymnasium, 165 US Rte 9, at 11:30 a.m. Chili cooks compete in the categories of Best Meaty Chili, Best Veggie Chili, PeopleÕ s Choice Award and Best Chili from a Fire, Ambulance or Rescue Squad. 100 percent of the proceeds go to the Schroon Lake EMS Department. Guests will be able to purchase chili tasting tickets for $1 each, a bowl of chili for $5, or an unlimited tasting wristband for $15. Stop by the registration table upon arrival to purchase tasting tickets or wristbands. To-go bowls will be available as well. Bottled water will be available for $1. There will be voting for the PeopleÕ s Choice Award. Each tasting guest will receive one vote for the PeopleÕ s Choice Award. Votes will be tallied and the winner announced at 1:30 p.m. Trophies will be awarded at 1:30 p.m. Tasting tickets are $1, for single bowl tickets $5, and for unlimited tasting wristband is $15. For more information call 532-4300 or go to schroonlakechilicookoff.org.

Basketball tourney to benefit CPYC

CROWN POINT Ñ The Crown Point Youth Commission will be hosting a 5-on-5 basketball tournament for adults that have graduated from high school and older to help with raising funds to construct a new outdoor basketball court for the youth in the community the weekend of March 28. The current courts were built in the late 80Õ s and are outdated and on their last leg. The plan is to raise enough funds to convert the abandoned tennis court into a full size basketball court. They need to raise enough funds to purchase two permanent backboards, and concrete to mount them, paint for the surface from tennis lines to basketball lines, and lights for night play.

For information call 597-3817 or email at gunnisonochards@ yahoo.com.

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In brief Erosion and sediment control training set

WESTPORT Ñ The Essex County Soil and Water Conservation District will offer the required 4 hour Erosion and Sediment Control training for contractors and developers Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Essex County Fairgrounds, 3 Sisco Street, from 8 a.m. to noon. The training will be presented by Dave Reckahn, District Manager.

This training is required for all contractors working on projects that disturb more than 1 acre of soil and have a storm water permit from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. The permit will require that contractors moving dirt at those sites have at least one trained employee on site on a daily basis. Training is good for 3 years.

A Stormwater Trainee (SWT) identification (ID) number will be assigned to each person that completes the NYSDEC 4-hour training in the principles and practices of erosion and construction activity General Permit #GP-0-08-001.

Contractors and developers will have to preregister for the training to receive credits. The training will cost $75 for certification, reference materials and refreshments. Registration needs to be in by Wednesday, Feb. 25. If there is a group of ten or more and are interested in holding a private workshop, contact the District at 962-8225 or email essexswcd@westelcom.com.

Pre-licensing courses announced

QUEENSBURY Ñ The New York State pre-licensing course March 6, April 17, May 29, and June 19, at the Queensbury High School room #109 at 4 p.m. The fee will be $40 residents and $50 non-residents. The class will hold between 8 to 36 participants.

Participants must register at the Queensbury Parks and Recreation office, 742 Bay Road between 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Participants must bring a valid NYS learnerÕ s permit and must be 16 or older. Call 761-8216 for information.

Dam removal hearing slated

TICONDEROGA Ñ A public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Ticonderoga Thursday, March 12, at the Community Building, 132 Montcalm Street, in the basement Conference Room, at 6 p.m., to discuss the possible removal of the Ò BÓ Dam located on the Upper section of the LaChute River.

The board is encouraging all those interested parties to attend and be heard at such time.

Fort Ti to show ‘Horsepower at Ticonderoga’

Teacher’s helper Megan Hall helps Cameron Westcott at Schroon Lake Central School.

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McKiernan makes HVCC Dean’s List

On campus Canton announces student’s achievements

TROY Ñ Austin McKiernan of Moriah Center, who is studying in the Overhead Lineworker academic program at Hudson Valley Community College was recently named to the collegeÕ s DeansÕ List for the Fall 2014 term. Students named to the DeanÕ s List have a term grade point average between 3.0 to 3.49.

TROY Ñ Hudson Valley Community College has named Thomas Callahan of Moriah Center, Electrical Construction and Maintenance academic program, William Petro of Port Henry, Overhead Lineworker academic program, Rainier RodriguezGarnica of Port Henry, Overhead Lineworker academic program, Amanda Charlton of Ticonderoga, Dental Assisting academic program, Ashlee Charlton of Ticonderoga, Business Administration academic program, to the PresidentÕ s List at Hudson Valley Community College for the Fall 2014 term. Students named to the PresidentÕ s List earned a term grade point average between 3.5 and 4.0.

CANTON Ñ The following students are being recognized for their outstanding achievement at SUNY Canton during the fall 2014 semester.

Chelsea M. MacDougal, a Veterinary Technology major from Mineville. She graduated from Moriah Central School.

Michael Badger, a Homeland Security major from Moriah. He graduated from Moriah Central School in 2012.

Tyler Pratt, a Engineering Science major from Moriah Center.

He graduated from Moriah Central School in 2014.

Dylan J. Scozzafava, a Criminal Justice major from Moriah Center. He graduated from Moriah Central School in 2014.

To receive PresidentÕ s List honors, full-time students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Ò On behalf of the entire SUNY Canton community, IÕ d like to congratulate each of you on your academic success this semester,Ó said SUNY Canton President Zvi Szafran. Ò We applaud the hard work and perseverance youÕ ve demonstrated to attain this special recognition.Ó

Potsdam adds names to Dean’s List

Siena College adds names to Dean’s List

HVCC adds names to President’s List

POTSDAM Ñ The State University of New York at Potsdam recently named Lauren Brace of Moriah, Physics Major, Adriana Clark of Putnam Station, Anthropology Major, Amanda French of Moriah, Art Studio Major, Michael Murdock of Schroon Lake, Music Education Major, who excelled academically in the Fall 2014 semester to the SUNY Potsdam DeanÕ s List. To achieve the honor of being on the DeanÕ s List, each student must have satisfactorily completed 12 numerically-graded semester hours, with a grade point average of between 3.25 and 3.49 in the given semester.

ALBANY Ñ Siena College has named Scott Cutting of Moriah, a senior; Nicole Trudeau, of Putnam and majoring in Business Management with a minor in Health Service Administration, to the DeanÕ s List for the Fall 2014 semester. Students who have earned this recognition must have maintained a grade point average index of between 3.5 and 3.89 for the semester.

Hanna named among graduating students

CANTON Ñ Katie Gagnon, made DeanÕ s List for SUNY Canton, a Nursing Major, and a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor society. She is a member of the Moriah Ambulance Squad.

ONEONTA Ñ Teresa Hanna of Silver Bay, is among 334 students who graduated from SUNY Oneonta following the Fall 2014 semester. Graduates were honored at a December recognition ceremony hosted by College President Nancy Kleniewski and held in the Dewar Arena of the Alumni Field House. Teresa received a BS in Biology.

SUNY Oneonta names Afzal to Dean’s List

NCCC announces Vice President’s list

Gagnon named to CANTON Dean’s List

ONEONTA Ñ Zeshan Afzal of Ticonderoga, earned DeanÕ s List honors for the fall 2014 semester. To qualify for the DeanÕ s List students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more.

Nazareth College adds to Dean’s List

ROCHESTER Ñ Nazareth College is proud to announce that Martin Glazer of Ticonderoga, a Freshman with a major in Toxicology, has been named to the deanÕ s list for the Fall 2014 semester. A studentÕ s grade point average must be at least 3.5 or above, and they must complete 12 credit hours of graded work that semester in order to be included on the deanÕ s list at Nazareth.

Clarkson University adds to Dean’s List

POTSDAM Ñ Jonathan Jerome Brassard of Moriah, a sophomore majoring in physics was named to the DeanÕ s List for the fall 2014 semester at Clarkson University. DeanÕ s List students must achieve a minimum 3.25 grade-point average and also carry at least 14 credit hours.

SARANAC LAKE Ñ North Country Community College has named Ratna Bahadur Khadka, of Burlington, Tonya Jo Humiston, of Fort Edward, Whitney Salerno, of Mineville, Heather Curran, of Port Henry, Lauren Pelkey, of Port Henry, John Wallace, of Port Henry, Michaela Connors, of Ticonderoga, Jennifer Bartholomew, of Whitehall to the Fall 2014 Semester Vice PresidentÕ s Honors List. The students named to the Vice PresidentÕ s list earned a grade point average of 3.25 to 3.49 out of a possible 4.0. To be eligible for the Vice PresidentÕ s List recognition, fulltime and part-time students must meet applicable credit-hour requirements.

Gaddor added to Presidential Scholars

POTSDAM Ñ Cole J. Gaddor of Moriah Center, a sophomore majoring in chemical engineering and pre-physical therapy was named a Presidential Scholar for the fall 2014 semester at Clarkson University. Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours.

TICONDEROGA Ñ Fort TiconderogaÕ s Ò Horsepower at TiconderogaÓ Sunday, March 15, at 2 p.m. in the Mars Education Center, Fort Ticonderoga. The cost for each program is $10 per person and will be collected at the door and free for members of Fort Ticonderoga.

Winter Workshop series to continue

TICONDEROGA Ñ The Winter Workshop Series: WomenÕ s Clothing Accessories will be portrayed at Fort Ticonderoga Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12. Perfect your portrayal with womenÕ s clothing accessories; mitts, caps, bonnets, and pockets.

Discover interesting details of these garments as well as how to build and wear your own. Advanced reservations required. The cost is $160 and friends and volunteers are $140.

Fort Ti to hold Garden, Landscape symposium

TICONDEROGA Ñ The KingÕ s Garden at Fort Ticonderoga presents the fourth annual Garden and Landscape Symposium Saturday, April 18, in the Deborah Clarke Mars Education Center. This day-long symposium, geared for both beginning and experienced gardeners, provides helpful insights from garden experts who live and garden in upstate New York and northern New England. The event is open by preregistration only.

This one-day program focuses on practical, easy-to-implement strategies for expanding and improving personal gardens or landscapes. The programs are offered in an informal setting that encourages interaction between presenters and attendees.

Speakers and sessions include Ò The Healing Garden: Traditional Medicinals for Yesterday, Today, and TomorrowÓ by Nancy Scarzello; Ò Save the Monarchs! Native Plants for Native PollinatorsÓ by Emily DeBolt; Ò A Favorite Place of Resort for Strangers: The KingÕ s Garden at Fort TiconderogaÓ by Lucinda Brockway; Ò Getting Control of Your Perennial GardenÓ by Amy Ivy; Panel Discussion with all the speakers facilitated by Master Gardener Diane OÕ Connor.

The cost, including the day-long symposium and a lunch prepared by LibbyÕ s Bakery CafŽ , is $75. The cost for members of Fort Ticonderoga is $65. A brochure with the complete schedule and registration form is available on Fort TiconderogaÕ s website at fortticonderoga.org by selecting Ò EducationÓ and then Ò Workshops and SeminarsÓ on the drop-down menu. A printed copy is also available upon request by calling 585-2821.

Fort Ti to present ‘A Layered Legacy’

TICONDEROGA Ñ Fort TiconderogaÕ s ÒA Layered LegacyÓ Sunday, April 19, at 2 p.m. in the Mars Education Center, Fort Ticonderoga. The cost for each program is $10 per person and will be collected at the door and free for members of Fort Ticonderoga.

Discover the continuing story of Ticonderoga, after the guns had ceased firing; see the flowering of agriculture, tourism, and hospitality as told through the KingÕ s Garden. Join Assistant Director of Interpretation, Cameron Green, to get a sneak peak of all the new ground being broken for the 2015 season, as well as some of the great structures and stories recently uncovered.

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Cool days and cold nights

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s I pen this weekÕ s column on a cold Feb. 1 morning, there is a slight chill in the air. The thermometer reads -8 F, and a stiff wind is blowing in hard from the west. The sun is shining and the scene is idilic.

Ice crystals twinkle and shimmer in the golden light of the rising sun. Feb. 2 is the official date of Groundhog Day. As the day dawned across the Adirondacks, there was over a foot of snow covering the ground, and the lakes and ponds were socked in with nearly two feet of ice.

According to the accepted folklore, if it is a cloudy day when the furry little creature emerges from its burrow on Groundhog Day, spring will arrive early.

However, if it is a sunny day, and the groundhog sees its shadow while wandering about, it will return to its burrow, and wait out the winter weather which can be expected to persist for an additional six weeks.

ItÕ s unlikely any of the furry little creatures managed to see their shadows on Groundhog Day in the Adirondacks, as their view was likely clouded by the foggy steam of their own breath.

When I finally managed to roll out of my burrow this morning, it was 10 below, with blowing snow and a wind chill of -20. I wanted to return to my burrow immediately, sun or no sun.

However, it is very important to note the necessity of getting out during the winter months, which are among the darkest and dreariest of the year.

Sunlight has a much greater effect on the human psyche than most people realize. The Ô winter bluesÕ is a term that has traditionally been used to describe the currently recognized medical malady of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

In fact, many medical professionals stress the importance of getting as much direct sunlight as possible during the winter months. It can be a mood changer, as exposure to sunlight kick-starts the production of endorphins in the brain, which help to elevate your mood.

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Exposure to the sun is also necessary for internal organs as kidneys to function and sweat, which allows toxins to escape the body, while the cardiovascular system is boosted by healthy levels of sun exposure.

Moderate sun exposure can also offer temporary relief from arthritis and scientists have argued that maintaining a slight tan all year round can help boost our immune systems.

With the availability of a wealth of winter recreational opportunities throughout the region, there is simply no reason to remain stuck inside.

Whether you ski, sled, ride, climb, skate, toss snowballs or simply sit outside and breathe the fresh air, the only sure way to chase the winter blues away is to get outside and allow them to escape. If you donÕ t get up, and get out, it will be almost impossible to shake them out of your system.

It appears Annie finally got her gun

According to a recent study commissioned by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the number of women owning firearms and participating in target shooting and hunting has soared.

The study, conducted in 2014, focused on women ages 18 to 65 who owned at least one firearm. Over a third of women in the study were new gun owners, having purchased their first firearm within the last three years.

This group of new gun owners, who are primarily between the ages of 18 and 34, reflects the changing demographics among women in choosing their own firearm’s colors.

There has also been a comparable rise in female participation in archery, which is the growth leader among all shooting sports.

More than half of women (55.6 percent) participating in the survey indicated they intend to purchase at least one firearm in the next 12 months.

That finding and many others reflect the growing popularity of firearms ownership by women, who represent the fastest growing segment of the shooting sports industry.

The womenÕ s market has become a major force in the industry, and manufacturers, retailers and shooting ranges are rapidly redesigning their products and services to satisfy womenÕ s tastes and needs.

Growth of the women’s market is quite visible among firearms retailers. In NSSFÕ s Annual Retailer Survey, more than 74 percent of retailers reported an increase in women customers in their stores in 2013 over 2012.

The report indicates the most commonly owned firearm by women in the study is a semiautomatic pistol, with 56 percent of women reporting they owned at least one.

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Women say their purchases are mainly influenced by fit, quality and practicality.

Women purchasing a gun in the last 12 months spent on average $870 on firearms and more than $400 on accessories.

The majority of women report they were not driven to buy a gun on an impulse, but rather they considered their purchase and researched the options for months before deciding.

Nearly all women (95 percent) have tried target shooting, and more than half (58 percent) have hunted.

More than 42 percent of women have a concealed carry permit for their state of residence and nearly three-quarters (73 percent) of them reported having taken at least one firearms training class.

According to the National Sporting Goods Association, female engagement in target shooting grew 60 percent to 5.4 million participants between 2001 and 2013, and was up 85 percent for hunting to 3.3 million participants during that same period.

Placing a premium on safety, women say the single most important reason why they decided to purchase or own a firearm is protection, for both personal and home protection.

Home security is often mentioned as a motivating factor, especially in south Florida where many gun ranges provide self defense classes in Ô Urban Shotgunning.Õ However, personal protection is not always the sole motivation.

Many women also want to learn how to hunt and enjoy shooting with friends and family.

The report indicates women are attracted to shooting activities such as practical pistol, clay target shooting, long-range shooting and plinking.

While the efforts of anti-gun lobbyists continue to focus attention on the negative factors of firearms; it is important to note that the rapid rise in female participation in shooting sport activities such as skeet, sporting clays, 3-D archery as well as the National Archery In the Schools Program has ben responsible for empowering an entire generation of girls and women to take their rightful place at the firing line, whether at the table or in the field.

Northern Challenge 2015

Tupper Lake will again be the site of the popular Northern Challenge ice fishing derby hosted on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015.

Registration fee for the event is $35 which provide participants with a chance to win over $33,000 in money and prizes, which makes the Northern Challenge one of the largest fishing derbies in the North Country.

Prizes include 4-wheelers, $6,400 in cash, and $6,500 in miscellaneous prizes. Last year’s event featured five 50-50 drawings with an average $1900 in prize money.

The event is based on catch and release principles, and all fish caught are considered property of event organizers, to be returned to the waters after weigh-in.

NYSDEC fishing regulations apply and all tip-ups must be tagged.

For further information, please visit their website at Tupper Lake Rod and Gun Club.

Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook. Contact him at brookside18@adelphia.net.

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Excellent agreement is about to Premises will be sold In addition to bid sheets, POSALS Office of the Purchasing Liability Company (LLC) equpped & insured. Michael deer & bear country.

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The following NOTICE IS HEREBY REAL GIV- ESTATE subject to provisions of the bidder shall submit Agent until 2:00 P.M. on was filed with the SecreBUILDING LOTS FOR SALE in Emelianoff 518-251-3936 518-231-0304.

Town of Lake George ½ EN; acre that the Under- March 6, 2015 for the agreements are due to filed Judgment Index# executed non-collusion tary of State of New the town of Moriah. Lake view, building lot.

Access to Village wa661/2009. William E. bid certificates signed by signed, on1 behalf Source Control expire soon, and we may York (SSNY) on hunting, January and privacy what ACRE ofOFtheLANDWater at ATWOOD great Ideal for MUST SELL 9.1 acre building lot ter. required to cease Need be A Dependable Car? carEssex County Board Chazy, of Building Russell, Esq., Referee the bidder or build-out one of itsbasement.

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Harris Road, Brant Lake, NY. contacting the these services/stations at the for able County. SSNY is desig518-493-2478 more byinformaWEISS WEISMAN & the General Municipal sealed proposals information.

Call 1-518-873-6368 Ext. 201 668-0179 or 518-321-3347 Asking $62,500.

518-494-3174 in the near future where GORDON, LLP Attorney Law Sec. 103d.

The bid- Office of tion.

Office of the Purchasing the Purchasing nated as agent of LLC for Plaintiff, 53 Gibson der shall also submit an Agent until 2:00 P.M. on Agent, Linda M. Wolf, these services are ofupon whom process NOTICE OF FORMATION Street, Bay Shore, NY executed certificate of March 6, 2015 for the CPA, Government Cen- fered: against it may be served.

LEGALS OF MOUNTAIN EXCA- 11706 01-031953-F00 compliance with the Iran Gulf Brook Restoration SSNY shall mail a copy ter, 7551 Court St., Eliz- WFNY-CA, WRNN, NHL VATING LLC Arts. of 1128145 NOTICE OF FORMATION Project.

Divestment Act signed abethtown, New York of any process served to Network SD/HD, NHL Org. filed with the Sect'y OF LIMITED LIABILITY the LLC, c/o Young by the bidder or one of Specifications are avail- 12932 or by calling 518- Center Ice, Outdoor TT-02/07-02/28/2015COMPANY (LLC) able by contacting the its officers as required 873-3332.

Specifica- Channel SD&HD, RFD, Sommer LLC, 5 Pal- of State of NY (SSNY) 4TC-71926 The name of the Limited by the General Municipal Office of the Purchasing isades Drive, Albany, on 1/9/2015. Office locations are also available TV One SD&HD, YouToo NOTICE TO BIDDERS Liability Company that New York 12205. Pur- tion, County of Essex.

Agent, Linda M. Wolf, on the website at: www.- In addition, from time to Law Sec. 103g. was formed is: Andrews pose: for any lawful ac- SSNY has been desig- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- A Contract awarded pur- CPA, Government Cen- co.essex.ny.us. time we make certain EN, that the Under- suant to this notice shall ter, 7551 Court St., Eliz- All proposals submitted Adirondack Home Ser- tivity for which limited li- nated as agent of the changes in the services vices, LLC. The Articles ability companies may LLC upon whom pro- signed, on behalf of the in response to this no- that we offer in order to be subject to the provi- abethtown, New York Essex County Board of sions of Sections 103-1, 12932 or by calling 518- tice shall be marked of Organization were be formed under the cess against it may be better serve our cusserved. SSNY shall mail Supervisors, will accept 103-b, 103-d and 103-g 873-3332. filed with the Depart- law.

Specifica- SEALED PROPOSAL tomers. The following sealed bids for LORD of the General Municipal tions are also available process to: The LLC, 59 ment of State of the TT-01/17-02/21/2015WATER SOURCE CON- changes are scheduled HOWE STREET BRIDGE, Law. Deer Camp Rd., Schroon State of New York on on the website at: www.- TROL BUILDING clearly to take place: 6TC-70912 NY PLEASE TAKE FURTHER Lake, NY 12870. Pur- TICONDEROGA October 22, 2014. The co.essex.ny.us. on the outside of the en- Nuvo TV will be dual illu(B.I.N. 3301880). The pose: any lawful act. office of said Limited LiAll proposals submitted minated to channel 169 NOTICE that Essex velope. bids shall be received at County ability Company is locat- ARTICLES OF ORGANI- TT-02/07-03/142015in response to this no- In addition to the pro- on or about February 19, affirmatively the Office of the Pur- states that in regard to tice shall be marked 6TC-72480 ed in Essex County. The ZATION OF EVERYONE posal, the proposer shall 2015 chasing Agent, 7551 Secretary of the State of NATURAL BUILDING SEALED PROPOSAL submit executed non- Carriage of WGN Ameriany contract entered into Court Street, ElizabethLLC New York has been desca may be added to pursuant to this notice, GULF BROOK RESTORA- collusion bid certificates NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- town, New York by 2:00 ignated as agent of the Under Section 203 of without regard to race, TION clearly on the out- signed by the proposer Standard on or about EN that an order entered P.M. on February 27, Limited Liability Compa- the Limited Liability or one of its officers as February 27, 2015 by the Supreme Court, 2015, at which time they color, sex, religion, age, side of the envelope.

Company Law ny upon whom process national origin, disabili- In addition to the pro- required by the General WRGB DT3 will be Essex County, on the will be opened publicly FIRST: The name of the against said Company ty, sexual preference or posal, the proposer shall Municipal Law Sec. added to all CLUs except 29th day of January, and read aloud. If addilimited liability company may be served and the The proposer Pt. 2015, bearing Index No. tional information con- Vietnam Era veteran sta- submit executed non- 103d.

Everyone Natural CV15-0007, a copy of post office address with- is: shall also submit an exe- Henry/Ticonderoga/Crow tus, disadvantaged and collusion bid certificates cerning the bidding is Building LLC. in the state to which the minority or women- signed by the proposer cuted certificate of com- n Point & Schroon on or which may be examined required, call (518) 873- owned business enter- or one of its officers as Secretary of State shall SECOND: The County, at the office of the Essex pliance with the Iran Di- about March 17, 2015 3332. mail a copy of any pro- within state, in which required by the General vestment Act signed by HBO/Cinemaxwill offer a prises will be afforded County Clerk, located at A pre-bid conference cess is: Andrews Adiron- the office of the limited equal opportunity to Municipal Law Sec. the proposer or one of Free Preview APRIL 107559 Court Street, Eliza- shall be held on dack Home Services, liability company is to be bethtown, NY, grants 103d.

The proposer its officers as required submit bids in response 13, 2015. It is available Wednesday, February LLC, 33 Cross St., located is: Essex shall also submit an exe- by the General Municipal to all Digital subscribers hereto.

Madison Nicole Manley Schroon Lake, NY THIRD: The Secretary of the right to assume the 18, 2015 at 9:30 AM at Dated: January 28, cuted certificate of com- Law Sec. 103g. and may contain PG, Lord Howe Street 2015 12870. The purpose of State is designated as pliance with the Iran Di- The successful proposer PG-13, TV-14, TVMA name Madison Nicole Bridge, Ticonderoga, NY Linda M. Wolf, CPA the LLC is to engage in agent of the limited lia- Wayman. vestment Act signed by will be notified promptly and R rated programs.

Madison 12883. All contractors any and all business ac- bility company upon the proposer or one of by letter and must be Purchasing Agent To find out how to block Nicole Manley's present who plan to submit a bid Essex County Govern- its officers as required tivities permitted under whom process against it address is 2044 Creek prepared to enter into a this Preview, and for the laws of the State of may be served. The ad- Road, Crown Point, New are urged to attend. by the General Municipal contract to furnish the more parental control inment Center All bids submitted in re- 7551 Court Street PO Law Sec. 103g.

New York. dress within or without formation, visittwc.comaterials or services.

York. The date of Madi- sponse to this notice TT-01/17-02/21/2015this state to which the The successful proposer Essex County reserves mor call 800-892-2253.

Box 217 son Nicole Manley's shall be marked 6TC-70919 Secretary of State shall birth is April 7, 2008. will be notified promptly We will be providing you Elizabethtown, New York the right to reject any "SEALED BID LORD 12932 mail a copy of any pro- TT-02/07/2015-1TCby letter and must be notifications and all proposals not these NOTICE OF FORMATION HOWE STREET BRIDGE" (518) 873-3332 cess against the limited prepared to enter into a whenever there is a considered to be in the 72522 OF LIMITED LIABILITY liability company served clearly on the outside of TT-02/07/2015-1TCcontract to furnish the best interest of Essex change in channel or COMPANY (LLC) the envelope. All bids upon him or her is: County, and to waive programming materials or services. service.

72348 Name: BPM Enterprises, Zachary A. Kahn, 18 NOTICE OF SALE shall be submitted on any technical or formal You can also check our Essex County reserves LLC Articles of Organiza- Lakeview Way, PO Box PELEAX PARTNERS, the right to reject any SUPREME COURT the bid sheets included defect in the proposals division website at tion filed with the Secre- 562, Schroon Lake, NY COUNTY OF ESSEX in the package, and no LLC Certificate of Con- and all proposals not which is considered by WWW.TWC.COM if you tary of State of New 12870.

Goshen Mortgage LLC, other forms shall be ac- version of this Limited Essex County to be considered to be in the would like more updated York (SSNY) on TT-01/17-02/21/2015Liability Company (LLC) best interest of Essex as Separate trustee for cepted. merely irregular, imma- information 1/23/2015 Office Loca- 6TC-70922 GDBT I Trust 2011-1, Plans, specifications, was filed with the Secre- County, and to waive terial, or unsubstantial.

TT-02/07/2015-1TCtion: ESSEX County. The Plaintiff, against standard proposals and tary of State of New any technical or formal PLEASE TAKE FURTHER 72493 SSNY is designated as Lawrence W. Parker, if drawings for the pro- York (SSNY) on January defect in the proposals NOTICE that Essex agent of the LLC upon 2, 2015.

The LLC mainliving and if any be dead, posed work may be obNOTICE OF FORMATION which is considered by County affirmatively TOWN OF TICONDEROwhom process against it of any and all persons who tained at the above ad- tains its office in Essex Limited Liability Essex County to be states that in regard to GA, NEW YORK may be served. SSNY Company ("LLC") County. SSNY is desig- merely irregular, imma- any contract entered into are spouses, widows, dress or on the Countys NOTICE OF PUBLIC shall mail a copy of any Name: i Skogen LLC Ar- grantees, mortgagees, website at www.co.es- nated as agent of LLC terial, or unsubstantial. pursuant to this notice, HEARING AND MEETING process to the LLC at: ticles of Organization upon whom process lienors, heirs, devisees, sex.ny.us.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER without regard to race, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE PO Box 536, Schroon against it may be served. distributees, or succes- Each proposal must be filed with the Secretary NOTICE that Essex color, sex, religion, age, that a public hearing will Lake, NY 12870. Pur- of State of New York SSNY shall mail a copy accompanied by either a sors in interest of such County affirmatively national origin, disabili- be held by the Town pose: To engage in any of any process served to Certified Check payable ("SSNY") on JANUARY of the above as may be states that in regard to ty, sexual preference or Board of the Town of lawful act or activity. the LLC, c/o Young 28, 2015 Office Loca- dead, and their spouses, to Essex County Treaany contract entered into Vietnam Era veteran sta- Ticonderoga on March TT-01/31-03/07/2015tion: Essex County. heirs, devisees, distribu- surer in the amount of Sommer LLC, 5 Pal- pursuant to this notice, tus, disadvantaged and 12, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at 6Tc-72094 isades Drive, Albany, tees and successors in five percent (5%) of The"SSNY" is designated without regard to race, minority or womenNew York 12205. Pur- color, sex, religion, age, owned business enter- the Community Building amount of the bid or a as agent of the "LLC" interest, all of whom and NOTICE OF FORMATION in the Town of TiconBid Bond, in a form ac- pose: for any lawful ac- national origin, disabili- prises will be afforded whose names and OF LIMITED LIABILITY upon whom process tivity for which limited li- ty, sexual preference or equal opportunity to deroga, located at 132 places of residence are ceptable to the Essex against it may be served.

COMPANY ("LLC") Montcalm Street, Ticonability companies may Vietnam Era veteran sta- submit bids in response unknown to Plaintiff, et County Attorney.

"SSNY" shall mail a copy Name: CAMP JOLLIE deroga, New York, in the be formed under the tus, disadvantaged and hereto.

A labor and material al., Defendant(s).

Purof any process to the OLLIE LLC Articles of basement Conference law.

Payment Bond and a suant to a Judgment of LLC at: C/O CORPORATE minority or womenDated: February 3, 2015 Organization filed with Room to discuss the TT-01/17-02/21/2015Performance Bond in the Foreclosure and Sale CREATIONS NETWORK owned business enter- Linda M. Wolf, CPA the Secretary of State of possible removal of the 6TC-70910 duly dated 1/8/2015 I, form contained in the prises will be afforded Purchasing Agent "B" Dam located on the New York ("SSNY") on INC. 15 NORTH MILL the undersigned Referee Contract documents will STREET NYACK, NEW equal opportunity to Essex County Govern- Upper section of the JANUARY 28, 2015 OfNOTICE OF FORMATION will sell at public auction be required of the sucYORK, 10960.

Purpose: fice Location: Essex LaChute River.

The OF PINE CONE MER- submit bids in response ment Center at the Essex County cessful Bidder.

Elizabethtown, New York County. The"SSNY" is To engage in any lawful board is encouraging all CANTILE AND NORTH hereto.

Courthouse, at ElizaAttention of the bidders 12932 designated as agent of act or activity. those interested parties WOODS BREAD LLC. Dated: February 3, 2015 bethtown, New York on is particularly called to Arts. of Org. filed with TT-02/07-03/14/2015Linda M. Wolf, CPA (518) 873-3332 the "LLC" upon whom to attend and be heard the requirements as to 03/11/2015 at 11:00AM, TT-02/07/2015-1TCprocess against it may 6TC-72630 at such time. the Sect'y of State of NY Purchasing Agent premises known as the conditions of emEssex County Govern- 72681 be served. "SSNY" shall By order of the Town (SSNY) on 12/17/2014.

2587 NYS Route 9N, ployment to be observed ment Center mail a copy of any proBoard of the Town of Office location, County Crown Point, NY 12928 and minimum wage TIME WARNER CABLES Elizabethtown, New York cess to the LLC at: C/O NOTICE OF FORMATION Ticonderoga, New York, of Essex.

SSNY has rates under the Contract.

AGREEMENTS WITH dated January 27, 2015.

CORPORATE CRE- OF JC RICHARDS LOG- All that certain plot piece been designated as 12932 or parcel of land, with Essex County reserves PROGRAMMERS AND (518) 873-3332 ATIONS NETWORK INC. GING, LLC. Articles of Tonya M. Thompson agent of the LLC upon the buildings and im- the right to reject any BROADCASTERS to car- Town Clerk Organization filed with 15 NORTH MILL whom process against it TT-02/07/2015-1TCand all bids not considprovements erected, sitry their services and staSTREET NYACK, NEW Secretary of State of NY TT-02/07/2015-1TCmay be served. SSNY 72680 tions routinely expire YORK, 10960. Purpose: (SSNY) on 12/19/14: Of- uate, lying and being in ered to be in the best in- shall mail process to: 72636 terest of Essex County, The LLC, 1070 US Rte. REQUEST FOR PRO- from time to time. We the Town of Crown fice location: Essex To engage in any lawful are usually able to oband to waive any techni- 9, Schroon Lake, NY POSALS County. SSNY designat- Point, County of Essex act or activity. and State of New York, cal or formal defect in 12870. Purpose: any NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- tain renewals or extened as agent of LLC upon TT-02/07-03/14/2015EN; that the Under- sions of such agreewhom process against it SECTION 128.8, BLOCK the bids which is con- lawful act.

6TC-72629 signed, on behalf of the ments, but in order to may be served. SSNY 1, LOT 3.000. Approxi- sidered by Essex County TT-01/10-02/14/2015EAGLE EYE PARTNERS, shall mail process to: JC mate amount of judg- to be merely irregular, 6TC-70207 Essex County Board of comply with applicable Supervisors, will accept regulations, we must inimmaterial, or unsubLLC Certificate of Con- Richards Logging, LLC, ment $141,128.87 plus Donʼt throw it away those unwanted items.

REQUEST FOR PRO- sealed proposals at the form you when an and costs. stantial. version of this Limited 29 Adams Lane, New- interest Promote them in the “For Sale” section in the agreement is about to Office of the Purchasing Liability Company (LLC) comb, NY 12852. Pur- Premises will be sold In addition to bid sheets, POSALS Classifieds. Youʼll turn your trash into cash!

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- Agent until 2:00 P.M. on expire. The following was filed with the Secre- pose: any lawful activi- subject to provisions of the bidder shall submit Our operators are standing by! Call... agreements are due to EN; that the Under- March 6, 2015 for the tary of State of New ty. executed non-collusion Filer: Paul H. filed Judgment Index# Call 518-873-6368 Water Source Control expire soon, and we may 661/2009. William E. bid certificates signed by signed, on behalf of the York (SSNY) on January Roalsvig, Attorney, 8569 Essex County Board of Building Project. be required to cease car2, 2015. The LLC main- Newcomb Road (P.O. Russell, Esq., Referee the bidder or one of its Supervisors, will accept Specifications are avail- riage of one or more of LAMBERT tains its office in Essex officers as required by Box 735), Long Lake, FRENKEL County. SSNY is desig- NY 12847. these services/stations WEISS WEISMAN & the General Municipal sealed proposals at the able by contacting the “We’re more than a newspaper, We’re a community service.”

Office of the Purchasing nated as agent of LLC TT-01/17-02/21/2015in the near future where Law Sec. 103d. The bid- Office of the Purchasing GORDON, LLP Attorney www.denpubs.com der shall also submit an Agent until 2:00 P.M. on upon whom process for Plaintiff, 53 Gibson Agent, Linda M. Wolf, these services are of6TC-70924 against it may be served.

Street, Bay Shore, NY executed certificate of March 6, 2015 for the CPA, Government Cen- fered: Gulf Brook Restoration SSNY shall mail a copy 11706 01-031953-F00 compliance with the Iran ter, 7551 Court St., Eliz- WFNY-CA, WRNN, NHL Divestment Act signed Project. of any process served to 1128145 abethtown, New York Network SD/HD, NHL by the bidder or one of Specifications are avail- 12932 or by calling 518- Center Ice, Outdoor the LLC, c/o Young TT-02/07-02/28/2015-

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