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PORT HENRY Ñ Members of the Village Board of Trustees are looking into making repairs on the sidewalks within the municipalities limits.

The discussions were part of a budget workshop session as part of the board’s Feb. 20 morning meeting. Ò I would like to go out for bond on a sidewalk project,” trustee Matt Brassard said. Ò We have $13,000 budgeted and I think we should go to the bank and ask them what we could get with that as an annual payment.”

Members of the board discussed various areas that could use repair, or even additions, but focussed most of their attention to high traffic areas. Ò We have Church Street and Broad Street, which are the high traffic areas that need to be done,Ó trustee Ruth McDonough said. Ò To start, we have to do what is crucial in the spaces where we are walking all of the time,” Mayor Ernie Guerin said. Ò We need to make a wish list and prioritize which sidewalks need to be done first,” trustee Staley Rich said.

Guerin added there could be more to be done in the future. Ò I think we should look at from the liquor store to the boat launch, on both sides of the road,” Guerin said.

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It’s teachers v. students in Quiz Bowl fundraiser PAGE 3 PORT HENRY

Two vie for mayor’s office in election PAGE 14 SPORTS

Ticonderoga boys, Moriah girls in finals

Delaney Reeves crowns Caitlin Myers as the 2015 Hague Snow Queen during their annual program Feb. 13.

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Schroon Lake Fishing Derby set for this weekend

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SCHROON Ñ Tourists takeover this popular summertime destination between May and September, but as the ice covers the lake, the locals come out to reclaim what is theirs: the fish.

The Schroon Lake Annual Ice Fishing Derby will be held on March 7 and 8 with tickets costing $15 each.

Registration will take place March 6, from noon to 9 p.m. at the Schroon Lake Fish and Game Club.

The thought of hauling in a salmon, lake trout, perch, pickerel or pike is what drags local anglers

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out of their warm cozy homes and onto the ice. These fishermen gather at local derbies throughout the ice fishing season to show of their skills.

The derby attracted more than 600 anglers last year and is an opportune time to socialize and reel in a great catch. The club offers first, second, and third place prizes for northern pike, lake trout and salmon, and gives out first place prizes for pickerel and perch.

Tracy Hanchett, wife of Drew Hanchett who is head of the derby committee, described the event as all kinds of fun.

“The whole thing is great,” said Hanchett. “The

club hosts a dinner on Saturday night, and people are in and out constantly as we weigh in fish.”

Kevin Hart, a 67-year-old Hague native, who has been ice fishing for 60 years, enjoys ice fishing to simply spend the day outdoors and enjoy the local scenery the surrounding area provides. Hart can still recall his favorite days out on the Lake George before the perch limit was 50.

Hart, who previously was a fishing guide on Lake George, offers his expertise and advice to first-time anglers.

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Ti area seniors get moving with range of motion classes

By Keith Lobdell

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Mary Breyette puts Ticonderoga Senior Club members through a workout as part of the range of motion class.

Photo by Keith Lobdell

TICONDEROGA — Local seniors have the chance to get moving through a range of motion exercises during a program at the Ticonderoga Senior Center in the former Armory building.

The class, held Mondays from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. with instructor Mary Breyette from Cornell Cooperative Extension and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. with Lucy Bilow, allows seniors to come together and work out with exercises specifically targeting flexibility and strength. Ò ItÕ s a chance for socialization and to focus on the building of strong bones and strong muscles,” Breyette said. “The exercises we do focus on upper and lower body flexibility and strength, balance, fall prevention and aerobic dynamics.”

The program was started three years ago by Breyette and was originally held three days each month. Ò It is a growing class which started with about eight members and it has been increasing ever since,Ó Ann Dolback, activities director at the senior center, said. “It is an excellent opportunity to get out and be active, especially during the winter months. It also offers socialization and brings membership into the senior club.” Ò AnnÕ s support has been instrumental in building it up,Ó Breyette said.

Another addition which helped the program to expand was adding Bilow as a second instructor through the RSVP program. Ò We are able to do something that allows us to keep active, that is the main thing right there,” Bilow said. “It is more of a controlled exercise program that works with bands but not as much with weights.”

Bilow said she is able to see a difference in those who participate.

“Everyone feels peppy and ready to go after class,” she said.

That includes class member Maxine Sheehan, who has been there since the beginning with Breyette.

“I’m 85 and I would not be as active and have as much reflex in my old bones,” she said. “This really helps.”

The Ticonderoga Senior Center is open from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. weekdays. For more information, call 585-6050 or email tiseniors@hotmail.com.

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Ticonderoga High Students, Teachers to see who’s smarter

By Ryan Price

denpubs@denpubs.com TICONDEROGA — Who’s smarter the teachers or the students?

Ticonderoga High School will put this question to the test on Wednesday, March 11, 7 p.m. at the Ticonderoga High School auditorium.

The first Annual Deb Breitenbach Memorial Teacher-Student Tournament has been scheduled and is going to be quite the site to see. The tournament is divided into three rounds of intense and fair competition and features both teacher and student readers.

The first match of the competition will be a student versus student round of questions and the second will be a teacher versus teacher match. The final match will be an all out teacher versus student match to see who is smarter. Ò The tournament will provide students and teachers with a fun and positive way to compete on an equal playing field,” said Ticonderoga teacher and Quiz Bowl advisor Maria Bagneschi.

The tournament that will feature three rounds of competition will feature trivia style questions in a multitude of categories such as entertainment, science, current events, arts, history, and the infamous wild card.

The teams of teachers and students will not only use their plethora of skills independently in the toss

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up portion of the tournament, but will also combine their knowledge for fast paced and instense sixty second round.

There cost to come and witness this event is $1 for students and $2 for adults. All proceed from the tournament will benefit the Ticonderoga Quiz Bowl team to aid in sending the team to future tournaments.

Faculty Roster: Jennee Iturrino (Biology Teacher) Scott Nephew (Physical Education Teacher) Jim Decker (Health Teacher) Sarah Bowers (High School Guidance Counselor) Lynne Lenhart (Spanish Teacher) Andre Gordon (Music Teacher) Kim Powers (Family and Consumer Science Teacher) Jay Wels (History Teacher) Student Roster: Josie Worley (Senior) Cody Shaner (Senior) Tyler Morse (Senior) Samuel Shelmidine (Junior) Colvin Chapman (Junior) Aaron Russell (Junior) Emily Powers (Junior) Nicholas Fitzgerald (Sophomore) Douglas Baker (Freshman)

Teachers Jim Decker and Jennee Iturrino pose with students Emily Powers and Doug Baker as they pair their soon to come match.

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TACC Ambassadors, Montcalm Mile registration now open and veterans duties announced Masters prize money added TICONDEROGA — Registration for the Montcalm Mile is now open.

The 29th annual one mile road race, held July 4th just prior to TiconderogaÕ s Best Fourth in the North parade, will again offer prize money Ñ adding masters and veterans classes this year Ñ in an effort to attract another top field of competitors.

With a menÕ s course record of 3 minutes, 54 seconds, the Montcalm Mile is believed to be the fastest mile anywhere in New York and Vermont, outside New York City. Ò The Montcalm Mile has become the premier athletic contest in the North Country,Ó Fred Herbst, race director, said. “Having attracted record fields each of the past five years, we expect about 400 runners in 2015. Ò Our goal is make the race one of the most competitive events in the North Country while remaining a The 29th annual Montcalm Mile will offer $2,400 in prize money this July 4th in Ticonderoga. The Montfun, family-friendly race,” he said. calm Mile, the largest participation event in Ticonderoga every year, is expecting nearly 400 runners To accomplish that goal the Mont- in 2015. calm Mile will award prize money to ter for the race online at montcalmmile.racewire.com or at the men and women in three classes Ñ open elite, masters elite for LaChute Road Runners Club website — lachute.us ages 40-49 and veterans elite for ages 50 and older.

Limited race day registration starts at noon at the starting line The open elite class will pay $300 to the menÕ s and womenÕ s at the intersection of Wicker Street and Race Track Road. For enwinners with $200 to second place and $100 to third place. In try information contact Herbst at 13 Lindbergh Landing, Ticondthe masters and veterans classes first place men and women will eroga 12883 or by Email at fherbst@nycap.rr.com. receive $150 with second place getting $100 and third place $50.

Race information can also be found online at the LaChute Runners must register in the elite divisions to be eligible for Road Runners Club website — lachute.us and at best4thintheprize money. north.com/ The Montcalm Mile course records are 3:54 set by Lee Berube The race will start at 1:45 p.m. in the menÕ s race and 4:43 set by Sara Dunham in the womenÕ s Medals will be presented to all finishers. Age group results race. will be posted on the web site lachute.us ItÕ s a downhill course that virtually assures runners of perThe LaChute Road Runners has sponsored running events for sonal bests and attracts most of the region’s top athletes. Also atdecades in Ticonderoga while raising money to support youth tracting runners is the fact the race is run minutes prior to Ticonrunning. The LaChute Road Runners has financed trips for the derogaÕ s annual Fourth of July parade, which means hundreds of Ticonderoga High School cross country and track teams, purspectators line the course offering encouragement. chased equipment for the scholastic harriers, provided monThe Montcalm Mile, the largest participation event in Ticondetary assistance to teens attending camps and awards the annual eroga every year, will team with RaceWire for computerized chip Duane Crammond Memorial Scholarship. The club has awarded timing and scoring in 2015. $13,000 in college scholarships the past 10 years.

To facilitate the scoring system, runners are asked to regis-

I would like to thank all my clients at Lakeside Massage Therapy who have been with me through the last 12 years.

I will be retiring in June of this year. Those who have outstanding gift certificates will need to call and make appointments as they will no longer be valid after June 30th 2015.

I have enjoyed working with the people of Ticonderoga and the surrounding communities these past 12 years and hope you will continue to make massage important in your lives.

My colleague Heather Osier LMT has taken over Lakeside Massage. She has been practicing massage therapy for 11 years and is happily accepting new clients into her Serenity Therapeutic Massage office! She can be reached at 518-586-6418 through texting or leaving a message.

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TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is announces their 2015 Team of TACC Ambassadors as well as the new Ambassador Chairperson. The 2015 Ambassador Chairperson is Amy LaVare, Bridge Point Communication. The 2015 TACC Ambassadors are Claire Brown, Libby’s Bakery Cafe; June Curtis, Ticonderoga Heritage Museum; Amber Elethorp, Super 8; Jodi Gibbs, Inter-Lakes Health; Brandee Goodness, Trendy Threads Consignment Boutique ; Marie Gijanto, Spic-N-Span Cleaning & Detailing; Jessica Paradis, TiNY Wellness; Miranda Peters, Fort Ticonderoga; Andrew Rasmus, LibbyÕ s Bakery Cafe; Katy Rasmus, LibbyÕ s Bakery Cafe; Lena Robetoy, Champlain National Bank; Eric Stoddard, Ticonderoga Natural Foods Co-op; Alexander Shmulsky, Alexander Shmulsky Attorney at Law; Leslie TeRiele, Denton Publications / Times of Ti Ambassadors are additional representatives of the TACC for businesses and organizations. Ambassadors assist at Chamber events throughout the year. Part of being an Ambassador is also being involved in the community, fostering new relationships with area businesses and organizations, and to act as an informational resource for members of the chamber.

Ambassadors have the ability to strengthen the business community and reach out to the greater Ticonderoga Area through TACC. Ambassadors now will welcome new TACC members and Ticonderoga Area community members as well as visitors as a new initiative of being a Chamber Ambassador. TACC also hopes that Ambassador will eventually become TACC Board Members.

Any representative of a Chamber Member interested in becoming an Ambassador or learning more about what an Ambassador is should contact the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce at 585-6619 or email chamberinfo@ticonderogany.com”

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McGrath honored with Chancellor’s Award for Excellence

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com TICONDEROGA — An adjunct professor at the Ticonderoga Campus of North Country Community College received a statewide award in a surprise ceremony Feb. 26.

Dr. Steven Tyrell, president of the SUNY institution, was on hand to present the medal to Thomas McGrath, a teacher in the humanities department at the school.

“He has been a great adjunct for us,” Tyrell said in presenting McGrath with the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching. Ò He does so much for this campus and the students. He goes way above and beyond the call.”

“I’m just honored, particularly considering the people I work with and all the great adjuncts who are here,” McGrath said. “The students here are phenomenal. Every single class I have had here has been full of great people.”

Tyrell described the process for being considered for the award as rigorous, with nominations coming from students and colleagues at the institution. Ò There is overwhelming evidence of his skills as a teacher in the humanities department,Ó Tyrell said, reading from the letter announcing McGrath’s award. “There was a theme of McGrath as being committed, enthusiastic and compassionate not only about what he is teaching but also about his students.”

McGrath said he was humbled to hear the comments. Ò ItÕ s good to know that what I am doing is having an effect, and I do love to do it,” he said.

According to its website, The SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence is a recognition of, and tribute to, the expertise, dedication and commitment of the recipients. Award recipients personify professional excellence and serve as role models for the SUNY community, according to the site.

Dr. Steven Tyrell, President of North Country Community College, awards Thomas McGrath with the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching during a Feb. 26 event at the college’s Ticonderoga Campus. McGrath is a teacher in the humanities department at the satellite campus.

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School buildings should be more accessible

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mall communities throughout the North Country have one commonality Ñ their center of community is anchored by a stately, often historic school facility where a bedrock of learning has long been fused with the laughter of children.

With that, it is little wonder that residents of these districts bristle at the mention of consolidation and the end of an era.

Many of us here at Denton Publications also are alumni of these facilities Ñ our children attend as well.

We get it.

But we have to question, are the school complex’s themselves being utilized to their fullest potential?

Like the typical personÕ s home, these buildings usually represent the single largest tangible asset in which a community and local taxpayers invest.

Inside are state-of-the-art libraries and computer labs with long-distance-learning capabilities, sparkling commercial kitchens, large meeting areas, gymnasiums with exercise rooms, auditoriums with seating for hundreds and even indoor pools.

Most are backed up with emergency generation in the event of extreme weather and power outages.

While some districts offer after hour access to these amenities, we have to question: canÕ t they be made more accessible?

Are we missing an opportunity to provide residents valuable services by shuttering these buildings before the sun sets over the mountaintops?

Would the positive public reaction to a more accessible school help soften the stance of taxpayers toward tax increases?

Clearly, the focus of these buildings is to provide an education that will ready our children for the future. That goes without question. What we are questioning is what should happen inside when the last bell rings and the buildings go dark.

Michelle Obama recently celebrated the fifth anniversary of her popular ÒL etÕ s MoveÓ initiative, which encourages 60 minutes of physical activity a day for children, 30 minutes for adults.

But here in the North Country Ñ where itÕ s been said we have two seasons: winter and July Ñ it can be a daunting task to obtain that exercise, especially for the elderly or for low income families who canÕ t necessarily afford the drive or price of fitness facilities.

So, why not open local schools to these people during the evenings?

At the same time, why not open school complex’s during the evening and weekends for other uses like adult basketball and volleyball leagues,

weight lifting, senior gatherings, community theater or community meals and meetings?

Community members could be asked to sign a liability waiver prior to utilizing the facility or equipment, and the building could be staffed by either a part-time recreation director or a current paid employee of the school.

We can just hear the collective groan from overburdened taxpayers at that last suggestion.

Again, we get it.

No one wants to add expense to the bottom line of school spending plans these days, but consider this: The area is slowly morphing into a region of senior citizens and second homeowners Ñ many of whom do not have children in school. And, many of whom have no vested interest in approving next year’s budget.

Forward thinking school officials would be wise to be mindful of that fact. These people might just vote differently if they see a return in the form of a more accessible facility.

Plus, other than staffing, the overhead of operating a school is mostly a fixed cost. Taxpayers already pay to heat the building, so how much cost would be incurred by flicking on the lights?

Meanwhile, school officials should look at ways of utilizing the buildings as a source of revenue.

For example, counties often struggle to find centrally located facilities for meal sites. Those who do host sites are reimbursed by agencies like Adirondack Community Action Programs. If our schools became the host, why couldnÕ t this become a source of revenue for them?

The same could apply if school officials considered entering into agreements with private groups looking for locations to host events that could range from arts and craft fairs to out-of-town entertainers to farmers markets, convention, vendor or sportsmen shows.

Entertainers like The Logger, also known as VermontÕ s own Rusty DeWees, have already recognized the untapped potential of using these facilities to benefit both the public and private sector.

Performances like The Logger in turn help stimulate ailing local economies, often during the offseason when the only non-locals to be found are lost Canadians seeking a gas pump.

At a time when words like consolidation and shared services are all the buzz, it is time that school officials recognize that these buildings can be more than just places we educate our children.

Through accessibility, they can also be true community centers Ñ making them that much more valuable to taxpayers. Ñ D enton Publications Editorial Board, Dan Alexander, Keith Lobdell and John Gereau

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Still not so affordable health care

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ries a high $5,500 deductible ast year I stated the where employees pay everyhand writing has thing upfront, without the been on the wall for benefit of co-pays, will also some time. That our great see an increase of approxifears are coming to pass and mately 12.9 percent. A plan no one is taking the proper that in 2009 had a monthly steps to fix what is clearly a premium of $144 dollars now bad and ill conceived law. has a monthly cost of $453, Health and Human Sernearly $80 more than the Exvices Secretary Sylvia BurDan Alexander cellus EPO traditional plan well reiterated to Congress Thoughts from would have cost back then. last week that the Obama adBehind the Pressline Aside from the plan costs ministration does not have a now for employers and taxPlan B if the Supreme Court payers alike, businesses will need to constrikes down a key part of the Affordable tend with the new 1094 and 1095 reports.

Care Act. The Supreme Court is hearing a case over whether subsidies at the heart of This is where the ACA requires every provider of minimum essential coverage to rethe law can be distributed through the Fedport coverage information to the IRS by fileral Health Care Exchange. ing an information return on each employee Even staunch Democratic sponsors of the and furnishing a statement to the participatlegislation call the Affordable Health Care ing individuals. The information will then Act a “train wreck.” The wreck has hapbe used by the IRS and individuals to show pened and its true affects will continue to compliance with the Individual Mandate. ripple through the countryside as it continIn very simple terms, the individual ues to consume the economy and millions of American families who have lost their in- mandate is the part of the law that says all surance coverage and many more who will individuals are required to have minimum essential health coverage. Those who do not be unable to afford coverage under the plan. comply will pay a fee to the government The Affordable Health Care Act proposed who will then make it available through the and driven into law by President Obama in exchanges. As with all legislation, there is a 2009 has been everything but affordable. jungle of complexities to the individual and The president promised it would be Ò revthe employer as they share the responsibilenue neutralÓ and he promised we could keep the plans we had in place as well as ity requirements.

Much like a bad soap opera, only this will our doctor. All false promises, unfortunateaffect real peopleÕ s lives, ACA continues ly aimed at getting votes not solving probalong its bumpy road. Later this week, the lems.

Supreme Court will decide whether the IRS To top it all off the non partisan Congresillegally extended subsidies to millions of sional Budget Office has released their reAmericans in order to underwrite the cost port indicating that the Act will add more of their health insurance policies under the than $1 Trillion to the federal deficit which ACA. But without a fall back plan one has is already at the critical stage! WeÕ re getting exactly what we asked for when we start be- to wonder if the fix is in for the ruling or if the Administration is willing to throw in the lieving in campaign promises. towel on ACA if the Supreme Court blocks So how is the Act affecting businesses the current subsidies. in our region? We received an early glance Regardless of the outcome by the Suthrough our sister publishing company in preme Court, the only thing for certain will Central New York who just received their renewal notice for the coming year. The wa- be that the cost of health care will be anytered down traditional Excellus EPO plan thing but affordable. will see a 12.9 percent rate increase this coming year on top of the 21.3 percent rate Dan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denton Publications. He may be reached at dan@denpubs. increase last year. com.

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Dehumanizing those who disagree

Chili cookout a success

To the Times of Ti: The Town of Lake George has come under attack by the giant Tree Hugging Environmental Aestheticists, or THEA. THEA is a shape shifting, terra-aquatic, invasive species. On land, it takes form of the multi-limbed, Manhattanite Protect the Adirondacks. On water it looks somewhat like the Lake George Waterkeeper. No offense intended, but, in this opinion I’m supposed to demonize my opponents.

Recently, the Lake George Mirror reminisced that THEAS’s attack upon the Town of Lake George recalled a similar attack in the late 1980s and early 1990s which had embroiled the entire forced into retreat. Some Adirondackers have defused and the so-called 1980Õ s Property Rights Movement was forced into retreat. Some Adirondackers have believed that the extreme demands of the THEA were placated for good, but they are mistaken.

THEA is like the undead. Barely two months ago, THEA consumed the entire Adirondack Journal editorial board, causing a bombastic diatribe of panicked alarm.

Fortunately, before the editorial board could cancel its alarm with misguided apology from its rebuked publisher, the heroic Essex County Board of Supervisors dauntlessly rushed to barricade the gates to thwart any THEA assault.

In the Town of Lake George, THEA has taken the shape of The Chazen Companies, and it conspires, zombie like, to suck the property by regulation without compensation. So too, the Chazen plan would take lake view properties and screen them behind slope constraints and tree counting regimens, sending warrantless intruders to search and levy fines on the land owners as a form of double taxation.

For those who would side THEA, the Chazen Comprehensive Plan proposes a utopia for the southern basin of Lake George.

That might be all well and good, and environmentally sensitive town residents likely would give the plan two thumbs up, if Chazen were working with a blank slate.

But it’s not. More importantly, the New York Constitution and the APA have already created a utopia for the residents of the Town of Lake George, and they don’t need outsiders to tell them how to live in it or how to protect it.

Fortunately, the residents of the Town of Lake George have united and are well informed, and they are taking their case to their elected representatives, including the appointed members of the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee. They are provided the public voice that New York regulations require with regard to the formulation of comprehensive plans, not the lip service to public commentary that Chazen has affected while concealing its deference to THEA. Hopefully, the town’s elected officials will have the same perspicacity as the Essex County Board of Supervisors.

The Mirror would chastise the dehumanization and demonization of THEA, and would caution against the animosity that drove the debates during the last invasion of the nineteen seventies and eighties. That is well-intentioned and, if fairly deserved, accepted chastisement; but perhaps it is directed towards the wrong parties.

Those who challenge what is being wrought upon the Town of Lake George by the proposed zoning regulations in the Chazen Comprehensive Plan are not looking to renew any vociferous debates with environmental extremists. They didn’t start this, and they simply want THEA to leave them alone.

And, they also want their local government to respect the rights and liberties inherent in private property ownership. The mirror would offer them an Adirondack Park history lesson.

However, The Mirror ought to first recall the regionÕ s historical role in the American Revolution, and remember that while our properties are in the Adirondacks, we live in the Land of the Free.

Edward Pontacoloni, Lake George

To the Times of Ti: The 4th Annual Schroon Lake Chili Cook Off was a huge success. We would like to thank the following participants for taking the time to participate in this event: Mr. P’s Mountain Smokehouse, Sticks & Stones Restaurant, The Black Bear Restaurant, The To Bean Or Not to Bean Team aka Myriam Friedman & Anne Gregson, Shelby’s Kitchen Therapy, Bo & Melissa Moses, Schroon Lake EMS, Tom Beach- EMS Instructor, Chris Keller of the North Hudson Fire Department.

We would also like to thank the following Judges for participating this year: Joe Steiniger, John Sawyers, Pastor David Peterson, Tony Tenda, and Anna Bentley Hay. In closing, we would like to thank Mountain Side Bible Chapel for the use of their venue, Mark Piper for sharing his sound system with us, the Schroon Lake EMS Team, and our sponsors; Mr. P’s Mountain Smokehouse, Schroonlaker.com, Linda Gomes, Mountain Lake Services, and Schroon-North Hudson Snowmobile Club.

And many, many volunteers for their hard work, enthusiasm and dedication to this event, with out which this even would not happen each year. All the proceeds from this event, over $1,000, will be donated to the Schroon Lake EMS to help support their needs.

For a complete list of the winners, visit www.schroonlakechilicookoff.org.

With sincere gratitude, Shelby Davis, Vice President, Schroon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and Chili Cook Off Event Organizer

Modified team plays hard To the Times of Ti: The Moriah boys modified basketball team finished there 20142015 season with a record of 13-1. These young men did an outstanding job. They all played well together and learned some great skills along the way. We would like to thank all the parents and fans for their continued support during our season. Team players are as followed: Zack Baker, Luke Smith, Mike Demaris, Mike Flannigan, Ryan Gumlaw, Sabastain Sprouse, Jeff Strieble, Logan Vanburen, Braden Swan, Scott Rice, David Carpenter and Brandon Burnham.

Randy Mandy Moriah

Thanks to the volunteers To the Times of Ti: On Tuesday, February 17, a fire destroyed my home on Sawmill Way in Minerva. Deep thanks to all who answered the fire calls and spent half the day in terrible weather conditions bringing water and maintaining pressure for hours to save other buildings and trees from burning. Minerva, Riverside, Schroon Lake, North Creek, Newcomb, Chestertown, Pottersville, Johnsburg and North River Fire Departments along with Warren County Fire Car 2 all responded to the fire that gutted my home.

Minerva and Newcomb EMS units also responded and assisted where needed during this time. This involved help on the scene as well as assisting with transport to the Newcomb Health Center and special medical care afforded our cat L.C., including arranging for transport to the the Glens Falls Animal Hospital.

The three cats that perished were adopted as feral kitens and simply would not leave their third floor refuge. They and everything else we lost are irreplaceable, but the losss is easier thanks to the spirit of the Minerva and greater community.

Dan Wallace Minerva

Tammy Whitty-Brown, Executive Director, Schroon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

Eager to hear Netanyahu To the Times of Ti: It has been quite obvious during Barack ObamaÕ s presidency that he is no fan of Israel’s Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu. Their relationship is definitely strained, if not downright bitter.

One of them, whose oath demands that he protect & defend the American people, inexplicably downplays the dangers and atrocities of ISIS and Al-qaida while the other is an unambiguous leader who knows the consequences of turning a blind eye to his country’s enemies.

The Israeli P.M. has been invited to speak this week to Congress

by Speaker of the House John Boehner. I, for one, am eager to hear what he has to say. Have not other world leaders bent the ear of our presidents and U.S. representatives in the past?

Does he intend to sway policies of our Congress? Maybe, maybe not, but the same charge can be slung at the White House administration. A team of “consultants” associated with Obama’s election bid in 2012 have been feverishly working to defeat Mr. Netanyahu leading up to Israel’s election day on March 17th.

I conclude my remarks with the hope that America and Israel continue to be in each others good graces despite recent turbulence. Knowing that the God of Israel gave an assurance to Abraham in Genesis 12:3, I would rather cling to Israel’s coattails and no others.

John P. Sharkey Ticonderoga

Basketball a success at St. Mary’s To the Times of Ti: For St. Mary’s School in Ticonderoga, the basketball season is coming to an end, as it is throughout the region. I would like to express our thankfulness to the people of our community who have made this season of play extraordinary.

Traditionally, St. Mary’s School has offered 4 basketball teams for girls and boys in grades 5 through 8. While our gym was rendered unusable due to the September fire which ravaged the entire school, we were able to field the 4 basketball teams and provide gym time and games as always because of several key people.

Individuals came forward to provide coaching, reffing, and gym space, and our players had all that was needed to have a fun and rewarding season. John McDonald, Bob Sutphen, Jackie Palandrani, Corinna Woods, Matt Michalak, Christine Leerkes, Rich Stockwell, Matt Cook, Ryan Wendall, Scott Hearburg, Sue Shelmidine, Bob Dedrick, Tom Pike, Tim Hanson, Charlie Bolstridge, Paul Jebb, Cody Stockwell, and Alex Michalak all volunteered their time and efforts to help. In addition, Mark Donohue, Mike Graney, and Chuck Campney assisted at our games.

We so appreciate all the people of our community who have shared their time and talent with our young basketball players, and we want to share the good word for all to hear. We are thankful to each and every one who helped us make this basketball season truly extraordinary.

Sister Sharon and the St. MaryÕ s School Community

Concerned with records To the Times of Ti: A number of years ago I wrote aÓ letter to editorÓ discussing my feelings toward the electronic health records and here we are with a huge leak of info. This is not the first leak and when will we learn? Electronics are great but not if you donÕ t want your info leaked. I bet most of you when going to a specialist after getting referred by your family doc. still have to fill in a bunch of nonsense on a form even though the specialist should have all that available. bWhatever you do, do not enter your SSAN as that is the key to most info break-ins. People want your SSAN and you should not give that number out unless you are shown a real reason to do so.

Our military, veterans affairs and many other govÕ t agencies have had problems and if you think your medical records are any more secure, god help you.

Bill Hubschman Westport

Horses

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hen I was little and ran up to my dad, begging for something we couldnÕ t afford, he would raise his huge hands and say, “Hold your horses. Let’s talk about it.”

What is there about mankind and horses?

Before he died, we asked our father to speak his entire private and professional life onto tape. His childhood was the stuff movies are made of. For a time, they had no housing and spent their nights sleeping in the stables beneath the horses. My grandfather was a teamster.

Each morning, he took his son Russell, his team and wagon and parked along a city street waiting to be enlisted to move anything that would fit on the wagon.

My dad paid his dues by using his tremendous strength to

by Gordie Little load and unload heavy objects, sometimes carrying them up many flights of stairs. Growing up, I saw my father rip a New York City telephone book in half and snap a new clothesline with his bare hands.

When it was time for the county fair, I always headed for the horse pull competition. I watched the interaction between farmers and their teams. Sometimes, the man who whispered to his horses, encouraged them to pull the heaviest load. Often, bigger teams with screaming owners, pulled less.

In grade school, my preacher dad had a mission church in Hogansburg. My Native American friends, the Garrows, owned a Shetland pony and my days were complete when they allowed me to climb aboard.

In high school, I spent time on the Rockhill farm in Moira joining my friend Theron, riding bareback around the remnants of an ancient racetrack. On the Hiltz farm where I worked, I hitched a horse to the dump rake. Farmer Dave cultivated with the horse and also used it to pull hay up from the wagon with a long rope.

When I spent a summer at Adventure Town near Alexandria Bay in the mid ‘50s, I watched as the teams were harnessed and hitched to a stage coach every morning. I got to sit inside and fire off an entire box of shotgun blanks as we were chased by outlaws into the village at breakneck speed.

I got to watch my friends ride the broncos in the rodeo shows and tested my youthful strength on the huge Brahma bulls. How did I not break bones? Only God knows.

When I moved to Plattsburgh in 1961, I set out to find all the riding stables nearby. I enjoyed trail riding in those days. Sadly, most of those stables are long gone, but a few remain.

I haven’t ridden in years. I’m not certain there is a horse around here that could hold my backside. If there were, IÕ m not at all sure I could climb aboard without help from a crane.

The Gales in Moira and Jack Connell in Keeseville gave me pleasure at the horse races during county fairs. Jack’s daughter Marla continues riding and boarding horses on the farm. I love seeing photos from their frequent rides with friends. Most of us also get excited to watch the Kentucky Derby every year.

I worked in radio for years with Anne Tarasavage.

Her daughter Carla loved to ride as a tyke and now owns a wonderful horse ranch in Arizona.

My brother Õ s granddaughter, Rosie, has worked with horses for years and I follow her daily posts about that love affair with the equines including her little mare, “Sparrow.”

Daphne Wright operates a riding school in Saranac.

When I watch these people with their horses, I have no doubt that their special relationships are in-born.

We enjoy the beer commercials with the famous Clydesdales. I enjoyed announcing at the Morgan showings in the past. If you love horses, as I do, you know the bond is natural. They have been an integral part of human history. Kaye’s father, the late Alfred Vaughan, used to tell of horses races through Morrisonville in the days of dirt roads.

As a matter of fact, when Kaye was born, her dad hitched up the team and headed through the blizzard to find a doctor who could help.

I have a friend who feels compelled to paint horses and I have written a fun ghost story about it from Macomb Street in Plattsburgh.

Want to take a guess as to the tallest horse on record? 21.2-1/2 hands (a hand is 4 inches); 3,360 pounds. He was born in England in 1846 and was first named “Sampson,” then “Mammoth.”

Now, THAT’s a horse.

Little Bits

Columnist Gordie Little is a weekly contributor to Denton Publications. He may be reached at gordie@denpubs. com.

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LGA’s pollution prevention, education programs receive over $20K in grants LAKE GEORGE — Continuing its dual mission of performing projects that protect Lake George water and of engaging the public in discussions about lake-friendly living, the Lake George Association has been awarded two grants from the Lake Champlain Basin Program.

The first grant, for $7,500, will help underwrite the costs of the LGA’s Floating Classroom, which takes students onto Lake George in the LGA’s custom vessel to teach them what distinguishes Lake George from other lakes in the state and provides them with a real-world learning experience on environmental topics. Ò We are so thankful to the Lake Champlain Basin Program for awarding us this grant,Ó said Kristen Rohne, Director of Education for the Lake George Association. “We rely heavily on grants and donations to keep the Floating Classroom operating so we can create a new class of Lake stewards each year.”

Each weekday during the spring and fall, Rohne and LGA Educator Jill Trunko fill the Floating Classroom with groups of eager students for a two-hour program where students identify animals that live in the Lake, measure the clarity of the water, and deepen their understanding of how to keep the Lake healthy.

Since 2008, more than 9,000 students have participated.

The custom vessel that the LGA uses for the Floating Classroom Ð the Rosalia Anna Ashby – was built to our educational specifications thanks to Bruce Ashby, an LGA board member whose generous financial support helped to fund the purchase.

The second grant, for $13,430, is a pollution prevention grant for stormwater mitigation projects on the west side of the Lake in the Town of Lake George.

Working together with homeowners in the Lake View Estates area, professionals from the

Fort launches third installment

St. Mary’s School eighth grader, Natalie O’Neil, was one of the top two students at the MathCounts competition at Clinton County Community College Feb. 7.

She will advance to the state level competition to be held at R.P.I. March 28.

Here she is seen with her Math teacher, Mrs. Sarah Silvernail.

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TICONDEROGA — Fort Ticonderoga launches its third Ò Fort Fever SeriesÓ with a special presentation by Senior Director of Interpretation, Stuart Lilie, who will examine the role of horses in 18th-century military campaigns and on the grounds of Ticonderoga. Lilie will help to piece together the evidence for the lives and labors of horses and logistics involved in their maintenance. The program takes place Sunday, March 15, in the Deborah Clarke Mars Education Center at Fort Ticonderoga at 2 p.m. The cost for the program is $10 per person and will be collected at the door and free for members of Fort Ticonderoga.

A member of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum staff since 2011, Lilie is the Senior Director of Interpretation. He has incorporated his wealth of expertise in 18th-century equestrian studies into numerous areas of Fort TiconderogaÕ s museum programs, special events, and workshops. Lilie is a graduate of the College of William & Mary and has worked at numerous historic sites, including Colonial Williamsburg. He is considered a foremost authority in 18th-century

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Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District performed a watershed assessment to determine what potential projects could be performed to cut back on the amount of stormwater that is draining into the Lake. The current flow of stormwater is forming a delta on the shore, and also is potentially carrying other pollutants into the Lake.

While the assessment unveiled dozens of potential projects, staff from the LGA and from the Soil and Water District have determined that a number of smaller projects will be performed – creating a new floodplain in one area, adding more vegetation to existing swales, installing dry wells – in order to mitigate stormwater flow and allow time for the sediment now being carried in the water to drop out.

“This whole process shows how the LGA works together with homeowners and other environmental professionals to protect Lake George and emphasize lake-friendly living,” said Randy Rath, LGA Project Manager.

Construction on the projects being funded by the Lake Champlain Basin Program grant in the Lake View Estates area will begin in the spring.

PHOTO: Students learn about the health and ecology of Lake George on the Lake George Association’s Floating Classroom near Ticonderoga in Summer 2014.

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saddlery and equine history. Ò While TiconderogaÕ s strategic location on Lake Champlain made water transport paramount, horses and horsepower played fascinating roles in the events here,Ó noted Lilie.“Horses at Ticonderoga were a crucial asset to military function, from the French horses hauling logs while building Fort Carillon to the teams of horses hired by Henry Knox to move the Guns of Ticonderoga to Boston.”

The “Horsepower at Ticonderoga” program will examine specific mounted troops related to Fort Ticonderoga history, including Ethan Allen and Benedict ArnoldÕ s 1775 capture of the Fort. It will also provide an overview of the role of mounted soldiers in keeping long lines of communications with the Continental Congress and General Washington, and their participation in the military actions of 1777.

The “Fort Fever Series” is just one of several programs taking place at Fort Ticonderoga this winter. Clothing and Accoutrement Workshops are offered one weekend a month January – April, and the Fourth annual Garden & Landscape Symposium will be held Saturday, April 18.

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Local quilters use skills to help comfort those in need

John Perley, President of Champlain National Bank, announced the promotion of Kevin Richard to Vice President and Manager of the Bank’s Information Technology Department. Richard has more than 25 years of experience in information systems management.

Prior to joining Champlain National Bank in 2012, he was the Systems Manager at the Press Republican. He also served three years in the United States Air Force in the capacity of Communications Computer Systems Operator.

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Mr. Diskin goes to Washington WASHINGTON — Michael Diskin, Essex County Treasurer and Immediate Past President of the National Association of County Collectors, Treasurers and Finance Officers (NACCTFO), recently attended the NACCTFO Legislative meeting in Washington, D.C. on Feb. 20 and 21.

The meeting included continuing education courses in policy and management offered by the Public Policy Administration program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL).

Diskin has completed over 275 hours of classroom training and holds the highest level award from UMSL, the Chancellor’s Advanced Government Finance Master Certificate.

This yearÕ s coursework included understanding the everchanging digital and media landscape, ethical obligations in public service and public values, a session with instructors from the Office of Homeland Security on what to look for to protect counties from receiving and accepting forged or counterfeit documents, and an update on cyber security.

By participating in the classes, Diskin reflected his desire to keep his county on the cutting edge of public service.

“County collectors, treasurers, and finance officers encounter ongoing changes in their jobs and their environments,” said Deborah Balser, Director and Associate Professor of the Public Policy Administration program at UMSL. “The education and certificate program provides them with the opportunity to learn the latest updates from nationally-recognized faculty, and to share information with colleagues from across the nation. This prepares them to serve the public more effectively.”

TICONDEROGA — A group of area quilters and a local quilt shop are sponsoring a community wide collection of quilts and blankets for hospitalized infants and children.

The group of women called, Ò The Adirondack Needlers,Ó have participated in community service projects for more than 20 years. This year they are pleased to have the assistance of Maletta Hourigan, professional long-arm quilter and owner of Your Quilt Shoppe located in downtown Ticonderoga.

All area sewers, quilters, and crafters are invited to make a childÕ s Ò comfort quilt,Ó or a knitted or crocheted blanket to donate to the Ronald McDonald House in Burlington, Vt.; or Amanda’s House, part of the Glens Falls Hospital organization.

These two charities offer low or no cost lodging to families of injured or seriously ill children. The quilts and blankets will be given in appreciation to these organizations for helping families in the north country who need to stay close to their premature infants or children who require medical treatment in a hospital.

Anyone interested in this project is encouraged to make a quilt of 100 percent cotton fabrics in child-friendly prints and colors. Even sewers who have never made a quilt before can be a part of the project by making their first quilt to comfort a child who is in the hospital. Suggested quilt sizes are 38”x38” for babies,

40”x48” for toddlers and young children, and 42”x60” for older children and teens.

Donations which are slightly smaller or larger than these suggestions will certainly be accepted. Quilts must be machine or hand quilted or tied every four inches with pearl cotton or embroidery floss.

There are many free quilt patterns available on-line at either projectlinus. org or quiltsforkids.org. Free patterns for easy childrenÕ s quilts, as well as special guidelines for making Ò preemie quilts,Ó will be available at Your Quilt Shoppe. A pattern can be picked up or a quilt may

Student competition held at Fort

TICONDEROGA — Twenty one students from across the North Country will compete in the regional New York State History Day contest Saturday, March 7, at Fort Ticonderoga. Students placing first and second in their categories will advance to the New York State History Day Contest in Cooperstown April 27. Ò Each year two million students all across the country participate in the National History Day program,Ó noted Rich Strum, Fort TiconderogaÕ s Director of Education and North Country History Day Regional Coordinator. “Students research history topics of their choice related to an annual theme and create exhibits, documentaries, performances, research papers, and website designs. They may enter in competition at the regional, state, and national level. Participants include students in grades 6 to 8 in the Junior Division and grades 9 to 12 in the Senior Division. National History Day also provides educational services to students and teachers, including a summer internship program, curricular materials, internet resources, and annual teacher

be dropped off on Fridays and Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. at Your Quilt Shoppe, located at 111 Montcalm Street.

Washable knitted and crocheted blankets will also be welcomed.

The deadline for donating a quilt or blanket is May 9. For more information please call Diane Thatcher 585-6927, or Maureen Montbriand 585-2524 ABOVE: Sue Densmore, Diane Thatcher, and Maureen Montbriand show the first three donations of quilts for hospitalized children.

workshops and training institutes.”

This yearÕ s National History Day theme is Ò Leadership and Legacy in History”. Student projects can focus on any aspect of American or World history, but must make a connection to the theme.

Recent research shows that students who participate in the National History Day program consistently outperform their peers in state standardized tests, not only in social studies but in science and math as well.

Members of the public are invited to view student projects from noon until 2 p.m. Student-created performances run from noon to 1 p.m. Exhibits are open from 1 until 2 p.m. The public can also attend the Awards Ceremony at 2 p.m.

North Country History Day takes place in the Deborah Clarke Mars Education Center at Fort Ticonderoga and has been coordinated by the Fort since 2008. To learn more about North Country History Day and how students can participate, visit fortticonderoga.org, click on the “Education” tab and select “Students”.

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Irishman of the Year to be named Knights of Columbus plan two celebrations

TICONDEROGA — Lá Fhéile Phádraig shona duit.

For those who don’t speak Gaelic, it means Happy St. Patrick’s Day — a greeting certain to be heard many times at the Ticonderoga Knights of Columbus in coming days. Those who are Irish, and those who wish they were, will have two opportunities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year.

The Knights will host their annual Irishman of the Year dinner and roast Saturday, March 14.

The Irishman of the Year, a local resident, is selected by a Knights of Columbus committee.

A corned beef dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and the Irishman of the Year, a closely-guarded secret, will be honored — or roasted — at 7 p.m.

Tickets, priced at $15, will be available at the door. Tickets can also be purchased in advance by calling the Knights of Columbus at 585-6520.

The event is open to the public.

John Bartlett was the 2014 Irishman of the Year. Jim Guyette was the 2013 Irishman of the Year. John Lenhart was the 2012 Irishman of the Year. Dick Liddell was the 2011 Irishman of the Year.

“It seems to get more and more difficult to keep it a secret,Ó Knight Ralph Corbo said of the Irishman of the Year award. “Everyone wants to know who it will be. They’ll just have to come to the dinner.”

TiconderogaÕ s Irishman of the Year dinner has been held for more than 20 years. It started as a Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce function and was eventually taken over by the Knights of Columbus.

The St. Patrick’s Day celebration won’t end with the annual Irishman of the Year dinner.

The Knights of Columbus will have their annual corned beef sandwich sale St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17, beginning at noon. The sale will continue through dinner. The club bar will also be open. Sandwiches will sell for $10 each. Each sandwich will come with streak fries and cole slaw.

New Year’s Lock-in great success

Janessa Moses studies on the computer at Ticonderoga Elementary/Middle School.

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TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Teen Center, run by Silver Bay YMCA, celebrated New Years Eve with an overnight lock-in for teens in grades 6 through 12. With 77 teens in attendance, our third annual New Years Lock-In was a success. Held at the Ticonderoga Armory on Champlain Avenue, the New Years Lock-in featured many events to keep the teens entertained throughout the night. Although it can be challenging to create a completely unique event year after year, the Teen Center Staff rose to the challenge.

The 2014 New Years Lock-in featured a Dance to start off the evening complete with board games, big screen Dance Dance Revolution, and a FiremanÕ s Relay hosted by Renee Swinton, a Teen Center Staff member and member of the Hague Volunteer Fire Department. During the Dance the teens were also able to enjoy a make-your-own ice cream station with homemade ice cream and various toppings. They also had the option of enjoying the New Years Eve broadcast on our big screen in the Kitchen/Movie Theater.

Pizza, snacks, and unlimited Gatorade were also provided throughout the evening to keep energy and spirits high. After filling up on snacks many of the teens participated in a giant Murder Mystery Game or hung around with friends. Minutes before midnight the Teens gathered in the Gym start the countdown and watch the ball drop on the big screen.

Following the ball drop, Teens were able to choose from many activities. The kitchen turned into a Movie Theater showing the latest releases and the Gym opened up for various sports such as Dodgeball, Football, Basketball, and Soccer. Doug Baker, a veteran lock-in participant, organized an XBox tournament which ran straight through until 5:30 in the morning. The ping pong table was also a big hit.

The Teen Center Staff would like to thank all the adult and teen volunteers who helped make this event possible. They hope to keep this tradition going for many years. For more information about the Ticonderoga Teen Center contact the Teen Center Staff at 503-5135.

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WWII, Korean War vets bring experiences to local schools

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Eleven World War II and Korean War veterans visited Westport Central on Tuesday, Feb. 24 as part of a program sponsored by North Country Honor Flight designed to educate youngsters.

Photo by Pete DeMola

OBITUARIES KATHERINE JEAN CHARBONEAU OCTOBER 18, 1930-FEBRUARY 25, 2015 Phyllis Mitchell and her husband, Steven of King George, Virginia, Angela MacApline and her husband, Douglas of Ticonderoga, Peter Charboneau and his wife Dinah of Fredericksburg, VA, and Melvin Charboneau, Jr. and his wife Karen of North Springfield, Vermont; her daughter-in-law, Laura Charboneau of Warrenton, Virginia; one brother, Norman Nadeau of Phoenix, Arizona; and three sisters, Sheila Witherbee, Barbara Reeb, Ticonderoga. Katherine Jean Charboneau, 84, of Ticon- and Donna Leavens, all of Ticonderoga. She is also surderoga, passed away peacevived by eleven grandchilfully on Wednesday, Februdren; seven great-grandchilary 25, 2015, at the Universidren; and many nieces and ty of Vermont Medical Cennephews; and also by her ter of Burlington, Vermont. caregiver, Nancy LaTour, Katherine was born October and her friend and neighbor, 18, 1930 in Ticonderoga, the Margaret Rafferty and many daughter of the late Norman other friends. and Pearl (Denno) Nadeau.

She attended schools in Put- Calling hours for relatives and friends were held Saturnam and Ticonderoga, and day, February 28, 2015 from graduated from Ticonderoga 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the High School in 1948.

Wilcox & Regan Funeral On June 9, 1950, she married Home, 11 Algonkin St., Melvin M. Charboneau, Sr. Ticonderoga. in Ticonderoga.

A Mass of Christian Burial She worked at Fort Ticonwas celebrated on Saturday, deroga for many years, but February 28, 2015 at 12 p.m. was a mother and homemakat St. Mary s Catholic er first. Katherine enjoyed Church of Ticonderoga. The crafting, reading, but gardenRev. Kevin D. McEwan, Pasing was her passion. She tor, officiated. was an active member of St. The Rite of Committal will Mary s Catholic Church in take place in the Spring at Ticonderoga. the family plot of St. Mary s In addition to her parents, she was pre-deceased by her Parish Cemetery of Ticonderoga. husband of 41 years, Melvin Donations in Katherine s Charboneau, Sr. on March memory may be made to St. 19, 1992. She was also preMary s School, 64 Amherst deceased by one son, Arthur Avenue, Ticonderoga, NY Charboneau; two brothers, 12883 Ronald Nadeau and S. Katherine s family would William Nadeau; and two like to thank the Ticonderoga sisters, Norma Barber and Emergency Squad, the TiconCecile Evans. deroga Hospital Emergency Survivors include her seven Room, Lamoille Ambulance, children, Paul M. Charand the University of Verboneau of Ticonderoga, mont Medical Center for evMary Cavitt of Ticonderoga, Kevin Charboneau and his erything they did for Katherine. wife, Linna of Glens Falls,

BETTY MARIE BOGLE PILARSKI OCTOBER 21, 1919-FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Betty Marie Bogle Pilarski, age 95, beloved wife of the late Edward Martin Pilarski, Sr., died peacefully February 20, 2015 at the home of her daughter. She was born October 21, 1919 in Ticonderoga, New York, to the late Lester F. and Sara L. Bogle.

Surviving are her daughter, AnneMarie (Terry) Dawson of South Bend, IN, and son Edward Martin (Donna) Pilarski, Jr, of Schenectady, NY, granddaughter Elizabeth A. (Paul) Drake, of South Bend, IN and greatgrandchildren Atticus, Norah, Tegegn and Tiruye Drake. She is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, and great-grand nieces and nephews, all of whom showered her with love.

Betty was also predeceased by her brother William (Frances) Bogle, sisters Margaret (George) Osborn, Florence (William) Kelly, and Charlotte (William) Hislop.

Betty was Salutatorian of the Class of 1937, Ticonderoga Central High School, received her Bachelor's Degree from Albany Teacher's College and Master's Degree from Russell Sage College.

Immediately upon graduating from Albany Teacher's College, she taught French, Latin and Math. She became

the first licensed Special Education teacher in the state of New York, and taught Special Education for many years in the Schenectady City Schools.

She served as an officer of the Schenectady chapter of the Business and Professional Women's Club.

Betty met her husband, Eddie, in Ticonderoga, New York, at the age of 14. They were married on July 18, 1944, and lived in Schenectady, New York, spending summers on Black Point, in Ticonderoga. Summers were filled with family, lake activities, golfing at the Ticonderoga Country Club with family, bingo, and s'mores around the fire. Betty was a wonderful mother and teacher. She never lost her joy in being with children.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Sterling House of South Bend and to the Center for Hospice Care for the outstanding care they gave Betty.

Family and friends will gather at a future date at Tiroga (Black) Point for a time of remembrance.

NC1 KENNETH E. WOODARD, JR. FEBRUARY 27, 2015

NC1 Kenneth E. Woodard, Jr., U.S. Navy, Ret, age 74, of Long Beach, peacefully passed away Friday, February 27, 2015 in Biloxi Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Ticonderoga, NY and Ken was a longtime resident of Long Beach.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Gerlinde Woodard, his 2 children, Daniel Woodard and Patricia Woodard, and 3 grandchildren, Colton Woodard, Sydney Woodard, and Malayna Woodard.

He was one of 10 children and his sisters Adele Jones, Joan Forkas, Nancy Latour, Kathy Flores, Rosemary

Moore, and Linde Woodard still live in the Ticonderoga area. His 3 brothers Gilbert, James, and Percy preceded him in death.

He served and retired from the US Navy after doing 2 tours of duty in Vietnam and was a Navy recruiter as well as an equipment operator in the Seabees. He worked for many years at South Mississippi Regional Center in Long Beach as well as the Collins State Veterans Home in Collins, MS where he retired. He was also a member of the VFW, the Elks Lodge and the Mount Defiance Masonic Lodge in Ticonderoga, NY. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm on Monday, March 9, 2015 in the Biloxi national Cemetery.

The RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Long Beach is serving the family and an online guestbook may be signed at www.riemannfamily.com

WESTPORT Ñ The sun poured into the Westport Central break room as veterans munched on donut holes and chatted amicably about their experiences.

The 11 WWII and Korean vets gathered as part of the North Country Honor FlightÕ s program to instill students with a deep sense of appreciation for their service.

The organization zips vets down to the capitol and back, to visit the World War II and Korean War monuments dedicated to them.

So far, 156 have taken the trip.

This morning, officials set up a film and a Q&A with the group.

Ross Bouyea fought in the European Theatre and participated in the Invasion of Normandy at Omaha Beach.

After that, the 23rd Infantry Division Army Sergeant fought in the Battle of the Rhine.

And on Dec. 25, he touched down at the Battle of the Bulge.

“General Patton was there,” he said. “We were taking prisoners 1,000 at a time — the Germans just started giving up.”

Two feet of snow were on the ground during the Battle of the Bulge, while temps hung 10-15 degrees below zero.

“It was hell, I’ll tell you.”

Crossing the Elbe River was the tipping point: “After that, we were just holding our positions.”

The Plattsburgh resident ended up fighting in five battles.

“I was in every one,” he said. “Our outfit was always in there somewhere, right from the beginning.”

How did he feel was the war was over?

“Great!”

Al Kurtz, of Elizabethtown, was a quartermaster in the Army.

His unit’s job was to set up supply up depots 10-15 miles behind the frontlines.

“When they moved, we moved,” he said. “We did all of our work at night.”

He went from England to Africa to Italy. Ò We had a quite a party when they hung Mussolini,Ó he recalled. “Everyone went wild! We were all excited because we knew it was getting close to the end.”

Vietnam veteran John Nailor put his arms around the two men: “I’m here to support my heroes,” he said.

Then they were directed to the auditorium Ñ Ò Alright guys!

Head ‘em up and move ‘em out!” called a guardian — where students and faculty from Westport and Elizabethtown-Central were waiting.

They entered and were given a standing ovation. Ò TheyÕ re real heroes,Ó said Honor Flight Secretary Pauline Stone. “After the movie, you’ll know exactly what we’re talking about.”

North Honor Flight Official Joe Staves turned around and displayed his back to the students: “If you can read this, thank a veteran,” he said. “It says it all.”

Staves drew a parallel between past and present: Ò These gentlemen, at your age, left home and went to places that they hadn’t even heard about,” he told the kids. “Some lied to serve their country.”

Most don’t consider themselves heroes, he said.

“They consider heroes to be the guys who didn’t return.”

Honor Flight has 133 hubs in 42 states.

“It’s probably one of the greatest experiences that I’ve ever been involved in,” said Staves.

He gave the kids a homework assignment: “Go home, speak to your parents and family members and find out if they know anyone served in World War II or Korea and push them to take advantage of the opportunity,” he said.

“We need volunteers and veterans.”

The lights dimmed and the film rolled.

Over 900 WWII veterans pass away each day, it intoned.

“They were afraid, but actually saved the world.”

The veterans turned around in their chairs and came face to face with their past Ñ Marching troops, blood in the waves; a map of the world stained with the creeping black ink of Nazi Germany — the emaciated corpses of concentration camp victims and survivors.

The black ash of their flesh.

The room collectively sniffled and the men stared straight ahead.

The lights came back on.

The room applauded and Staves honored their values of modesty, industriousness, faith — of a legacy of volunteerism. Ò These guys are awesome!Ó bellowed a guy from the top row of the bleachers.

The kids came down and hugged the vets: “Why would some fake their age to go into war?” asked a girl.

“We wanted to serve our country,” said John Neggia. Ò What was the hardest thing about coming back?Ó “I don’t want to say.” Ò When you came back, you had an obligation to start your life all over again,” said Tony Gagliardi. Ò When I signed up, I wanted to be an engineer,Ó recalled James Rabideau, US Army.

War broke out and he enlisted at 17. Ò My uncle was killed in the Bataan Death March,Ó said Ernest Burl.

Another question: Ò What message do you have to give to these young folks on life?Ó Ò One things about going into the military is getting a great education,” said Gagliardi.

“There are great opportunities for getting an education.”

The next North Country Honor Flight trips take off from Plattsburgh on May 16 and another on June 20, while officials are working on locking in similar assemblies in Ticonderoga, Chazy and Northeastern Central Clinton School.

Staves encouraged the youngsters to come out: “It’s just as moving as you saw in the film.”

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Paige Bennett plays with the parachute in a Moriah gym class.

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Rates on the rise at Port Henry, Bulwagga Bay campsites

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keith@denpubs.com PORT HENRY Ñ Rates at the two campsites along the shore of Lake Champlain here will increase for the upcoming season.

Both the Moriah town board and Port Henry village trustees voted to increase rates at the Bulwagga Bay and Port Henry Village campsites, respectively. The trustees followed the lead of the town, upping their rates during its Feb. 20 special meeting.

“I think we should raise ours to be comparable with the town,” trustee Ruth McDonough said.

“We have a great view and great sand.”

“The campground is our only source of revenue outside of property taxes,” trustee Matt Brassard said.

Mayor Ernest “Ernie” Guerin said the village is also looking into upgrades to the site, such as the potential to add wifi access and upgrades to the facilities.

“We are not back to what we were pre-Irene as far as number of campsites sold,” Guerin said.

“If we are at $1,800 and they are at $1,900, maybe we could get some of the overflow,” McDonough said.

The town and village both offer lakeside and non-lakeside camping sites, with lakeside now costing $1,900 at Bulwagga and $1,800 at Port Henry (up from $1,400). Non-lakeside has increase to $1,530 at Bulwagga and $1,525 at Port Henry (up from $1,405). Bulwagga also has a preferred campsite seasonal rate of $1,625, while Port Henry has a seasonal tent site rate of $1,050.

The village also upped transient (daily) sites to $50 lakefront and $40 non-lakefront. Tent sites remained at $30 per day.

For those who want to put down stakes in the middle of the season, the village posted lakeside rates of $1,600 for June, $1,400 for July and $1,200 for August through the end of the season. Nonlakeside rates would be $1,325, $1,125 and $925, respectively, with tent rates going from $840 in June, $725 in July and $600 in August.

PH budget Continued from page 1 “Eventually, the sidewalks at the marina and campground will also be addressed.”

DPW concerns

Also addressed during the budget topic were potential purchases for the villageÕ s public works department.

“The DPW would like a new truck and would prefer one with a built-in salter,” Brassard said.

“Buying a truck for us in the coming year would not effect the budget.” Ò There is still money in the budget for equipment and we should look at getting a sander for the pickup truck,” Guerin added. “When they plow with the pickup, you have to go back through with another truck to lay down salt.”

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Incumbent and former trustee vie for Port Henry Mayor

Guerin to run for another term as Port Henry Mayor

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com PORT HENRY — Ernest “Ernie” Guerin will seek his fourth term as Mayor March 18.

Guerin, who will face off at the polls against former trustee and deputy mayor John Ò JackÓ Sheldon, has served in the office since 2008 and believes a lot of positive change has taken place over that time. Ò We have a heck of a team and we have really accomplished a lot over the past few years,Ó Guerin said. “You feel you finally have a grasp over what is happening. I want to keep moving forward with this team of trustees, employees and the people of Port Henry. Everyone chips in and does their part.”

Guerin pointed to several local organizations who have helped move the village forward. Ò The pH7 committee has worked to make many of my dreams come true,” Guerin said. Ò Volunteers like Patsy Salerno, who donated so much of his time building the traffic circle; and Tom Scozzafava for all the electrical work he has done that lit up the traffic circle and park in time for Christmas. I must also extend

my deepest gratitude to the entire village crew: Denise and Paula, Chip, Pete, John, Digger, Jimmy and Donny. They all are so dedicated and I appreciate that so much. And finally, a very special thank you to our volunteer Port Henry Fire Department, its chief and to each and every member that gives so much of their time and dedication to our community.”

Guerin said part of his desire to stay in office stems from several projects in the works throughout the municipality.

“It’s the unfinished things like the possible zoning district,” he said. “I want to try and get the village upgraded into something that is great to look at as tourists come through.”

Since in office, Guerin said the village has accomplished several things. Ò The beach and campsite have been restored through reimbursement funds from FEMA and I have to say, our beach is one of the nicest on Lake Champlain,” he said. “We have also secured grants for projects on Main Street, Elizabeth Street and Man Hole 13.”

Guerin said one of the main concerns facing the village at this time is infrastructure. Ò That is something we always are working on,” he said. “We are going street-by-street to address an issue which has been left unattended for years. We are currently working on obtaining grants for public parking, zoning and updating the water and sewer lines on Rice Street.”

Sheldon presents challenge in mayoral race

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com PORT HENRY Ñ A former trustee and deputy mayor for the Village of Port Henry is looking to return to the municipalities governing body.

This time, he is seeking the position of mayor.

John Ò JackÓ Sheldon is running for mayor against incumbent Ernest “Ernie” Guerin. The election will take place Wednesday, March 18. Ò I want to be the voice of the people in Port Henry, that is something I have said before as a trustee and deputy mayor for three years,Ó Sheldon said.

Sheldon said there should be no advantage when it comes to experience since both he and Guerin have served time in village politics. Ò I know, from being on the board, all of the ins-and-outs of the village and the systems,Ó he said.

The challenger said there are areas he wants to look at if elected to office. Ò I want to look at infrastructure both below and above the ground,” Sheldon said. “We have a campsite we need to look at even more than

we already have because it is a big revenue source for the village.”

Overall, Sheldon said the biggest issue facing the village is the state of the infrastructure. Ò There is a couple different ways to look at it,” Sheldon said. “Under the ground is a terrible situation. We have to look for grants and funding with our water and sewer pipes.”

Sheldon also said he would be in favor of adding to the village’s workforce.

“Our guys are running ragged,” he said. “I believe it is time to get another person back on board because they really have been running one man down for some time. We can bring the one person back onto the crew in either a temporary, part-time of full-time capacity.”

The Port Henry Village election will take place Wednesday, March 18, from noon until 9 p.m. at the Port Henry Fire Department, 14 Church Street. Polls will be open from 12pm (noon) to 9pm on Wednesday March 18th, 2015..

Also running for unopposed seats on the village Board of Trustees are current members Staley Rich and Matt Brassard.

VFW Lanes Monday Mens League

200 Game: Ed Allen: 209: Nick Anderson: 210, 245: Jerry Ashiline: 229,215: Marc Austin: 204: Jeremy Carpenter: 205, 204,222: John Nailor: 200: Cy Treadway: 226 Team Standings: 1. Odie Mang 2. Old Mine 3. Nephews 4. Adirondack Chevrolet 5. Team Charboneau 6. Kings Guzzlers 7. Dribs and Drabs

Wednesday Mens League

200 game: Jack Armstrong: 221,201: Tom Carpenter: 211: Joe Harvish: 202,217: Matt Scorsome: 208: Dustin Sleeper: 200 600 Series: Jack Armstrong: 619 Team Standings: 1. Woodworkers 2. Basin Harbor Club 3. Champlain Bridge Marina 4. Bryants 5. Mountain Lake Services 6. Donnelly Construction

Thursday Womens League

175 Game: Lisa Demar: 199: Gloria Pepper: 193: Pamela Rock: 188 500 series: Lisa Demar: 500: Gloria Pepper: 507 Team Standings: 1.Twisters 2. AC Misfits 3. Swilling Buddies 4. Who Cares 5. The Puppies 6.

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Saturday Mixed League

200 men 175 women game: Nick Anderson: 267: Tom Carpenter: 204: Andy Mattison: 235: Gloria Pepper: 190,179 Men 600 Women 500 Series: Andy Mattison: 602: Gloria Pepper: 538 Team Standings: 1.Wingnuts 2. Los Jugadors 3. Stars and Strikes 4. Rolling Thunder 5. South Park 6. Ensane Lane Robbers

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The Crown Point modified boys and girls basketball teams enjoyed a successful season in 2014-15, as both teams went through the year with unblemished records.

Members of the modified girls team (left) include: Coach Gibson, Shayla Trepanier, Emily Russell, Hannah Palmer, Heather Foote, Mickaela Gunnison, Hailey Rukat, Taylor Noel, Torrie Vradenburg and Anneliese Hameline.

Members of the modified boys team (above) include: Coach John Swinton; back from left: Noah Peters, Dylan Sours, Andrew DuShane, Jacob LaDeau, Riley Thomas, Jadan Spaulding, Cody Crammond; front from left: Joe Bezon-Shaw, Reese Celotti, Zach Spaulding, Cade DeBrobander, Cameron Harrington, Gavin Waite and Ross Thomas.

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The part of the Schroon Lake Snowmobile Trail system which is part of a parcel of land granted to the town after the county was unable to negotiate an easement with Brian Caza, who had placed the winning bid for the piece of land at an Essex County tax auction.

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Schroon awarded property from voided Essex County tax sale

By Keith Lobdell

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The Schroon Lake Ice Fishing Derby will take place March 7-8.

Derby Continued from page 1 He suggests that a novice ice fishermen go with someone experienced for their first time out on the ice to maximize their experience.

“Go with someone who knows what they’re doing and has their own equipment initially. To maximize what you’re doing and learn what exactly you need to do without wasting your money on equipment,” he recommended.

SCHROON — A piece of property originally awarded to a buyer during Essex County auction will now go to the town of Schroon.

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution by Schroon Supervisor Michael Marnell to transfer two pieces of property to the town from the county, citing Municipal Law 72h. Ò It allows a municipality to transfer real property to another municipality with or without consideration,” Marnell said during the county board meeting. “In this case, the town is asking this transfer be without consideration and for no money paid.”

Marnell said the property is needed to keep a vital part of the town’s snowmobile trail open.

“We wanted this piece of property because it is crucial for the snowmobile trail system,” he said. Ò Without it, you have to come down Hoffman Road and would have to go up Route 9 to Cedar Hill, which would not be good.”

In May of 2014, the Board of Supervisors rejected the bids of Brian J. Caza for each parcel of land in order for the county to obtain a permanent easement and right-of-way over the property for the trail. Those talks failed.

“Those talks were not successful, so we asked for the property outright,” Marnell said. “We are very appreciative the county did this. The trail has been a main artery of the Schroon Lake trail system since the 1960’s.”

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Senior Events

The Schroon Lake Central School band performed a POPs concert Wednesday, Feb. 25 before an appreciative audience of parents and community members. Pictured here are members of the grade 7-12 band, Lindsay Palmer, Dakota Gadway and Ruth Jabaut.

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Fort offers Seven Year’s War scholarships

TICONDEROGA — Fort Ticonderoga offers four middle or high school teachers the opportunity to attend the Twentieth Annual War College of the Seven YearsÕ War Friday, May 15 through Sunday, May 17, on scholarships. This annual conference focuses on the French & Indian War in North America (1754-1763), bringing together a panel of distinguished historians from around the country and beyond. The War College takes place in the Deborah Clarke Mars Education Center and is open to the public; preregistration is required. The scholarships are available for educators who are first-time attendees at the War College.

Begun in 1996, the War College of the Seven YearsÕ War has become one of the country’s premier seminars on the French & Indian War. It features a mix of new and established scholars in an informal setting for a weekend of presentations related to the military, social, and cultural history of the French & Indian War. Since 2001, Fort Ticonderoga has provided scholarships for 63 teachers from across the country to attend the War College, and an additional 117 teacher scholarships to attend

seminars and conferences at the Fort. Teachers attending the War College can earn one graduate credit through Castleton State College.

Teachers interested in applying for a scholarship to attend this yearÕ s War College should download an application at fortticonderoga.org by clicking on Ò EducationÓ and selecting Ò EducatorsÓ on the drop down menu. Applications are due by Sunday, March 15. Successful applicants will receive free registration, two box lunches, and an opportunity to dine with the War College speakers at a private dinner on the Saturday of the War College. Contact Rich Strum, Director of Education, at rstrum@fort-ticonderoga.org for any questions.

Non-teachers can register to attend the War College as well. The cost is $130 if registering before Sunday, March 15, and $155 after that date.

There are discounts available for Members of Fort Ticonderoga. Registration forms can be downloaded from the FortÕ s website at fortticonderoga.org by clicking on “Education” and selecting “Workshops and Seminars” on the drop down menu. Printed copies are available by calling 585-2821.

The Events Committee for the Schroon Lake Senior Citizens Club met recently to plan activities for March. The first event will be bowling in Ticonderoga Wednesday, March 11. The bus leaves the Club at 1:30 p.m. There will be a sing-along with Bernie. Words to the songs are on the big screen TV so everyone can sing along Friday, March 13, at 12:30 p.m..

Seniors will travel to the Hyde Museum to see the exhibit Ò Wild Nature, Masterworks from the Adirondack Museum.” Dinner will follow at the Log Jam Restaurant Sunday, March 15. The bus leaves the Club at 2 p.m. The Gourmet Groupies will dine at OP Fredericks Restaurant in Chestertown Thursday, March 19. The bus leaves at 5 p.m. There is a game night/potluck dinner held at the Club Friday, March 20, at 5 p.m.

They will travel to the annual Thurman pancake breakfast and sugar house tour Saturday, March 21. Breakfast will be held at the Valley Road Maple Farm. The bus leaves at 10 a.m. There will be a trip to Wilton as well as the casino in Saratoga Monday, March 23. The bus leaves the Club at 9 a.m. The group will have lunch before returning to Schroon Lake.

The seniors will hold a Dominos/Mexican Train afternoon at the Club Tuesday, March 24, at 12:30 p.m. The final event for the month will be Friday, March 27, when the seniors travel to the Hudson Valley Flower and Garden Show at Hudson Valley Community College. The bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. They will have lunch before returning.

Along with these events, the bus travels to Ticonderoga every Tuesday at 12:30 p.m., makes two trips to Glens Falls each month, Wii every Wednesday afternoon and Bingo every Thursday afternoon. For more information on any of these events, call the Club at 532-7755 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Schroon Lake is also a nutrition site and meals are served Monday through Friday at 11:30 p.m. To sign up for these meals, call Keisha 24 hours in advance at 532-0179. Senior meals are $3.50 and under 55 is $. Membership in the Club is $20/year.

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SPCA Bowling tourney postponed

MINEVILLE Ñ The North Country SPCA Bowling Tournament has been postponed. The new date will be announced soon.

MCA to hold ‘Welcome Wednesday’

SCHROON Ñ During the month of March, every Wednesday is a “Welcome Wednesday” at Mountainside Christian Academy.

All interested parents and students will have an opportunity to come and visit the classrooms, meet the students and teachers, preview the curriculum and have their questions answered. Visitors can check in at the school office between 9 a.m. and noon and be directed to the elementary classroom they are interested in or to the 7-12 grade classes that are being taught at that time.

Although setting up an appointment in advance is preferred, it is not required. The $35 application fee will be waived for all student applications that are received during the month of March.

For any questions or would like an appointment to come and visit MCA, call the school office at 532-7129 ext. 102.

Auxiliary looks for new members

PORT HENRY — The Port Henry Fire Department Auxiliary is currently accepting applications for new Auxiliary Members. Call Becky Badore 802-777-1302 or Laura Muniz 546-3026 if interested.

Arts council seeks employer

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Essex County Arts Council is seeking an energetic individual to work as a part time consultant responsible for project management, website and internet communications and outreach marketing programs. The candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently in a home office setting. The position will require an estimated average of 25 hours per month and has potential for future growth. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to essexcountynyarts@gmail.com by Monday, March 20.

Town gives freezing pipes tip

TICONDEROGA — Town of Ticonderoga Water Users, due to a winter with colder temperatures the frost is deeper than normal. If someone’s water line is subject to freezing take precaution and let the water “trickle” to ensure it does not freeze.

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.

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.

Church announces thrift sale

KEESEVILLE — Every Wednesday the Keeseville United Methodist Church will be selling clothing, household items, and books are for sale at their thrift shop, 1691 Front Street from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fire Dept. to hold Easter Raffle

MORIAH Ñ The Moriah Volunteer Fire Department announces the Easter Raffle going on now through Tuesday, March 31. The tickets are $1 each or $5 for six. There will be five $100 drawings as well.

AARP Tax assistance now available

HAGUE — 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 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: driver’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.

Dinner to Benefit DYW Scholarship

TICONDEROGA — The Pancake Dinner to benefit the Distinguished Young Women of Ticonderoga Scholarship Program Friday, March 6, at the BPOE Elks Lodge, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Dinners include a hot dinner of delicious homemade pancakes, sausage, coffee, juice and more for only $8. There will also be a 50/50 raffle will be held that evening. All proceeds will benefit the Class of 2016 program and scholarship awards. For more information, contact Tracey Cross-Baker at 585-2525.

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In brief Church announces Lent Service

TICONDEROGA — Lent is a time to prepare and simplify our busy lives and to allow time to connect at a deeper level with God. Everyone is welcome to go on a spiritual journey of self-discovery and change during Lent at the First United Methodist Church, 1045 Wicker Street (Rte 9N) with Pastor Scott Tyler leading the services.

The Christian Season of Lent, which is observed during the 40 days (not counting Sundays) before the celebration of Easter, started with Ash Wednesday. Easter Sunday will be observed Sunday, April 5. The regular Sunday morning worship services are held at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. The 8:30 service celebrates Holy Communion each week. Communion will be celebrated at the 10:30 service Sunday, March 1, the second Sunday of Lent. Sunday School for Children meets during the 10:30 service and a coffee/social time follows the service.

Pastor Tyler may be reached at 585-7995. More information about the First United Methodist Church in Ticonderoga including the monthly Newsletter can be found on the church website at tifumc. com.

Pre-licensing courses announced

QUEENSBURY — The New York State pre-licensing course Friday, March 6, Friday, April 17, Friday, May 29, and Friday, 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.

School to hold elementary Lock-in

MORIAH Ñ The Elementary Lock-In Pep Rally to be held Friday, March 6, at Moriah Central School, from 6 to 10 p.m.

This is for grades 3 to 6. The prepay admission is $10 and $13 at the door. Snacks and drinks are free. The Class colors for 6th is orange, 5th is yellow, 4th is blue, and 3rd is green. There will be competitions for most spirited class and students, dancing, ships and sailors, relay races, pie eating, limbo, hockey shoot, tug-a-war, hoola-hoop game, clothes pin game, swimming, basketball, with minute-to-win-it games and more.

Theatre Company to meet

WILLSBORO — The Essex Theatre Company, community theater will be having its March Board of Trustees meeting Friday, March 6, at the Willsborough Center, Main Street, at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served from 5:30 on. All are welcome. For further information about the Company, contact ETC at info@essextheatre.org.

Dr. Suess birthday party planned

SCHROON — Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday Saturday, March 7, at noon at the Schroon Lake Library. There will be birthday cupcakes and a Dr. Suess craft. “Horton Hears a Who” will be shown at 12:30 p.m. For information call 5327737 ext. 13.

Hourigan to hold ‘10 min block class’

TICONDEROGA — Maletta Hourigan, the owner of Your Quilt Shoppe, 111 Montcalm, will be giving a class on how to make the 10 minute block using the Suzanne McNeill method Saturday, March 7, from 9 to 11 a.m. The class will be for all skill levels. Participants should bring their own sewing machine, sewing supplies, and tools. A complete supply list will be provided upon signing up and paying the fee of $30. Space is limited in the class, which is cosponsored by the Ticonderoga Area Cultural Arts Initiative. Sign up by calling 570-8055 or by email at yourquiltshoppe@gmail.com.

Women class set to begin

TICONDEROGA — Women are invited to come to a to a teaching series titled Ò Lessons from JeremiahÓ Saturday, March 7, at Cornerstone Alliance Church, 178 Montcalm Street, at 11 a.m.

PJ Bolstridge will be leading the weekly study. This will include coffee and pastry. This teaching series will be offered on the four consecutive Saturdays for the month of March at 11 a.m., and Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. This starts Wednesday, March 11. There is no charge or books to purchase just bring a Bible. For more information contact the church office at 585-6391.

End of Winter Carnival announced

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival will be held Saturday, March 7, from 11 to 3 p.m. There will be indoor and out door activities, carnival food, and more. Events will take place at the Ticonderoga Armory and the Ticonderoga Recreational area. Transportation is will be available from the Armory, to the Skating Rink, and to the NLG Paddle from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Events include carnival games, bouncy house, clown, face-painting, big screen Wii and DDR, ice skating, broom ball, music, paddle tennis, crafts, photo booth, life size battleship, and much more. Business promotions and special run from March 6 through March 8. Contact the chamber for more details.

ADK Eagles to hold dinner

TICONDEROGA — The Adirondack Eagles will be hosting a Pork Loin Dinner Sunday, March 8, at the Burleigh House, from noon to 5 p.m. The cost is $12 with takeouts available.

Knights to hold Super Bingo

PORT HENRY Ñ The Port Henry Knights of Columbus will be holding Super Bingo Sunday, March 8. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. The games start at 1 p.m. There will be a possible $3000 and giveaway and a $1000 jackpot game. There will be pull tabs and a 50/50 raffle. There will be a full Knights of Columbus Kitchen available. Regular bingo starts Monday, March 16.

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Church announces service

CROWN POINT Ñ The First Congregational Church of Crown Point, Brick Church in the Park, invites the community to join them for Services Sunday, March 8, at 9:30 a.m. The Service will include reflective time, singing, Prayers, and a positive, timely message. Pastor David will conduct the Service. Everyone is welcome.

Ti Elks to cook breakfast

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Elks will be making a cook to order breakfast Sunday, March 8, at the Elks Lodge, 5 Tower Avenue, from 8 to 11 a.m.

Trail Riders snowmobile club to meet

TICONDEROGA — The Adirondack Trail Riders, Snowmobile Club will hold a meeting Wednesday, March 11, at the Ticonderoga Fish and Game Club, at 6 p.m. Memberships will be available for new members. The public is welcome.

Dam removal hearing slated

TICONDEROGA — 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 “B” 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.

Mass antibiotic exercise slated

QUEENSBURY — The Warren County Public Health will be conducting a full-scale Mass Antibiotic Dispensing exercise Thursday, March 12, at the Queensbury Community Center (Queensbury Senior Center) from 4 to 6 p.m. The purpose of the exercise is to test Warren County Public Health’s capacity to respond to a large scale-disease outbreak to protect the public.

They are looking for 500 volunteer participants of all ages including individuals, school groups, community groups, senior centers, businesses, and the general public to go through the clinic.

They need people to tell everyone about the exercise; visit apps. health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/ and preregister for the exercise; mark the exercise on a calendar; show up to the exercise on the exercise date and participate. Participation is crucial to the success of this exercise.

When people preregister they will sign up for a specific time slot. For more information or help with preregistration, contact Dan Durkee, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Warren County Public Health at 761-6580 or durkeed@warrencountyny. gov. This exercise is a great way to give back to the community and learn about emergency preparedness efforts in Warren County.

Legion to serve lasagna dinner

TICONDEROGA — The Sons of the American Legion offers four cheese, three meat baked lasagna dinner Thursday, March 12, at the American Legion on Montcalm Street, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The menu includes fresh tossed salad, dressing, rolls, butter, dessert. There will be a donation of $13 with takeout and local delivery available.

Cello Voce to perform

TICONDEROGA — The Cello Voce concert will be held Friday, March 13, at Libby”s Bakery and Cafe, 92 Montcalm Street, from 7 to 8 p.m. Cello Voce is a new duo featuring upstate New York musicians Brian Donat (Cello) and Holly McCormack (Voice). Brian and Holly combine their years of professional, international performance experience across a wide variety of classical and non-classical genres to create a warm, expressive sound in this seldom-heard collaboration of soprano and cello. The cost is $10 and is open to the public. Tickets are sold at the door. There is limited seating.

Church Variety Day planned

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Assembly Of God Variety Day will be held Saturday, March 14, at 32 Water Street, from 1 to 4 p.m. The Variety day at the Church is to help support their Youth Group for their yearly youth convention in Syracuse Thursday, April 2. There will be live music performed by The Blest Worship Team and a meal will be provided. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information contact Corey Steigleman, Youth Leader at 546-1042 for more info.

Student bowling tourney planned

TICONDEROGA — The fourth annual Strikes for Students Bowling Tournament will be held Saturday March 14 and Sunday, March 15, at the Adirondack Lanes at noon and 3 p.m. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Ticonderoga Alumni Association’s Sentinel Support Fund. This fund was created to support academic activities/materials not included in the Ticonderoga School District’s budget.

The event is open to students and adults, and the public.

Fort Ti to show ‘Horsepower at Ticonderoga’

TICONDEROGA — Fort Ticonderoga’s “Horsepower at Ticonderoga” 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.

K of C to hold St. Patty’s dinner

PORT HENRY Ñ The Port Henry Knights of Columbus will be holding a St. Patricks’ Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner Tuesday, March 17, starting at 4 p.m. There will also be carrots, potatoes, and Irish soda bread with Irish whiskey sauce. The cost is $12 with takeouts available.

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‘Brooklyn’ to be discussed

SCHROON — The Book Discussion Group will hold a Book Lovers Club for culture, conversation, and growth Tuesday, March 17, in the downstairs meeting room at 1 p.m. This month’s book is “Brooklyn”by Colm Toibin. People are invited who would like to read and is interested in fun, and have a stimulating conversation. Call the library to reserve a copy of this month’s book today. For further information contact the library at 532-7737 ext. 13.

BOE to hold workshop and meeting

HAGUE — The Budget Workshop and Regular Board of Education meeting will be held Tuesday, March 17, at the Hague Community Center, at 7 p.m.

BOE meeting slated

PUTNAM — The Putnam Central School Board of Education will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, March 17, in the gym at 6:30 p.m.

Your Quilt Shoppe to host Sip N Sew

TICONDEROGA — The Your Quilt Shoppe Sip N Sew will be held Wednesday, March 18, at 111 Montcalm Street, from 7 to 9 p.m. Spend some creative time with friends, drink some wine, relax, and get the creative juices flowing. Bring a project that is in progress. Maletta Hourigan, owner of Your Quilt Shoppe, will answer questions and help solve problems. For those who like games, Left Right Center, a dice game, will add suspense, laughs, and fun to the evening. LRC will be played with fat quarters available for purchase. This evening is free of charge and is cosponsored by the Ticonderoga Area Cultural Arts Initiative. Space is limited. Sign up by calling 570-8055 or emailing yourquiltshoppe@gmail.com. The upcoming dates are Wednesday, April 22, Wednesday, May 20, Wednesday, June 17.

‘Pops’ concert planned

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga High School “Pops” concert will be held Wednesday, March 18, in the High School Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The performing ensembles will be, concert band, sentinel big band, brass ensemble, night shadows, trebled voices, and high school chorus. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults, and $12 for a family. All proceeds go to benefit music scholarships and the NYC Trip.

Church to hold St. Joseph’s Day dinner

CROWN POINT Ñ Sacred Heart Church will be hosting a Ò St JosephÕ s Day Pasta DinnerÓ in honor of all dadÕ s and grandfather’s Thursday, March 19, at Main St, from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be a variety of sauces/pastas, garlic bread, salad, dessert, and a drink. The cost is $8 for adults, with $2 off for all dads and grandpas, with $5 for students, and under five eat free. Everyone is welcome.

Writer workshop slated

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In brief ADK Mountainmen to hold tryouts

TICONDEROGA — Tryouts for the Adirondack Mountainmen AAU basketball teams will be held Sunday, March 22, and Wednesday, March 25. Parents must complete required paperwork on Sunday, or in advance. The tryout is open to boys ages 12 to 17 who still have high school eligibility. There is a $35 tryout fee. Tryouts on Sunday at the Ticonderoga High School for ages 12 to 14 will be from 1 until 2:30 p.m. Ages 15 to 17 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Tryouts on Wednesday ages 12 to 14 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and Ages 15 to 17 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The location will be announced.

This yearÕ s tournament schedule will include stops at the War on the Floor tournament in the Lake George region, the Can-Am Classic in Potsdam, the Lake Champlain Lakers tournament in Plattsburgh, the Jam Fest in Syracuse, the Mountainman Classic in Ticonderoga, as well as regional games in the immediate area.

For a program brochure or more information, call Mike Graney at 586-6793.

Free mammograms for uninsured women

TICONDEROGA — There will be a free mammogram event for uninsured women that are 40 years or older Friday, March 24, at Moses Ludington Hospital, 1019 Wicker Street, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. To register for this free event, call cancer Services Program of Essex County at 873-3520 or 1-877-275-6266.

Fish & Game to hold horseshoe tourney

HAGUE — The Hague Fish & Game Club will be holding a horseshoe tournament Sunday May 24, and is open to the public.

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.

Winter Workshop series to continue

TICONDEROGA — The Winter Workshop Series: Women’s Clothing Accessories will be portrayed at Fort Ticonderoga Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12. Perfect your portrayal with women’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.

SCHROON — In the course of six workshops, Jessica Kane, a professional writer and playwright, will show people how to focus life stories and give them a literary purpose Thursdays from March 19 through April 23, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Whether someone seeks to write an essay-length piece or a book, she’ll share her experience and show people how to best tell the stories from their life. Space is limited to 15 participants so call the library to reserve a seat today. To register for this program stop by or call 532-7737 ext. 13.

Ti to hold PreK, Kindergarten registration

MCA to hold Mexican Fiesta

TICONDEROGA — The King’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 “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 King’s Garden at Fort Ticonderoga” by Lucinda Brockway; “Getting Control of Your Perennial Garden” by Amy Ivy; Panel Discussion with all the speakers facilitated by Master Gardener Diane O’Connor.

The cost, including the day-long symposium and a lunch prepared by Libby’s Bakery Café, 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 “Education” and then “Workshops and Seminars” on the drop-down menu. A printed copy is also available upon request by calling 585-2821.

SCHROON Ñ Mountainside Christian Academy will be having a Mexican Fiesta for its annual Family Fun Night Friday, March 20, at 5:30 p.m. There will be numerous games and prizes, face painting, a cakewalk, and much more. Game tickets at the price of .25/cents each will be sold at the door and everyone who comes dressed in traditional Mexican clothing will be awarded two free prize tickets. There will be a concession stand with Mexican food, snacks, drinks and dessert items will be open all night. For questions, call the school office at 532-7129, ext. 102.

Hunter Education Course planned

PUTNAM — The Hunter Education Class will be held Friday March 20 and Saturday, March 21, at the Putnam Firehouse. Those attending must attend both days and to bring a lunch. Friday will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday will be from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. For information or to register call Mike Bruce at 547-8299 or Tom Barber at 585-7859.

Towne Meeting kicks off Festival Guild

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Festival Guild will kick off its 2015 season with a dinner and concert Saturday, March 21, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, at 5 p.m., with appetizers and a cash bar. A dinner of either roast pork loin or vegetarian pasta, vegetable medley, salad, hot rolls, homemade desserts, and coffee or tea will served at 6 p.m. Towne Meeting, a 5-member band will perform. Their music is oriented in folk but branches out into many other genres, from Americana to acoustic rock.

All are welcome to attend this event but tickets must be purchased by March 11. The tickets are $15 each and can be purchased by calling either Jill Cunningham at 585-3203 or Judy Walker at 984-0088.

Seniors to travel to Casino

TICONDEROGA — The Ticonderoga Area Seniors are planning casino trip to Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Saturday, March 21, leaving the Wal-Mart parking lot at 7 a.m. The cost will be $30. The incentives are $15 free slot play and $11.50 food comp and 10 percent off Bingo. Call Ann at 585-6050 or Sue at 354-1188.

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TICONDEROGA — Pre-k and Kindergarten registration is set for Wednesday, April 15 and Wednesday, April 22. Children are eligible for pre-k if they will be four years old on or before Tuesday, Dec. 1. Children are eligible for kindergarten if they will be five years old on or before Tuesday, Dec. 1. Call the school at 5327164 to make an appointment for screening.

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Ladies Tourney planned

SCHROON Ñ The Mountainside Christian Academy will be holding their third annual Ladies Basketball Fundraiser Tournament Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held at Schroon Lake Central School with teams forming of 5 to 10 players each. There will be prizes for the winning team and games for cheering spectators. Teams are needed and any lady 14 years and older can participate and bring in funds benefiting Mountainside. If people would like to form a team or need more information contact Randi Stump at 586-1885 or randis82@ gmail.com.

Fish & Game Horseshoe tourney slated

HAGUE — The Hague Fish & Game Club will be holding a horseshoe tournament Sunday, May 24. This is open to the public.

Brave souls enter the water during the Hague Polar Plunge Feb. 15.

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Beth Hill named 2015 Distinguished Patriot TICONDEROGA — Beth L. Hill, President and CEO of the Fort Ticonderoga Association, has been named the 2015 Distinguished Patriot by the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York. The award was presented to Hill for her years of service in the historical profession and her strong leadership at Fort Ticonderoga where she has led the organizationÕ s turn-around and transformed the historic site and museum into a vibrant and thriving cultural destination and learning campus. The 2015 Distinguished Patriot Award was presented at the Annual George Washington Birthday Ball held at the Union League Club in New York City Friday, Feb. 20. The George Washington Birthday Ball was held to benefit Fraunces Tavern® Museum located in New York. Ò The Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York honored as its Distinguished Patriot, Beth L. Hill, the President and CEO of the Fort Ticonderoga Association, because of her extraordinary success in preserving and presenting the incredibly rich historical heritage of New York and America,Ó said Ambrose Madison Richardson, President of the Society.

“I’m extremely honored and deeply touched to receive this prestigious award from the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York,” said Hill. “It’s an incredible gift to be able to serve the history and museum profession. It’s particularly humbling to lead Fort Ticonderoga, one of America’s most significant historic sites, and find new and relevant ways to connect the past to present and future generations. Understanding our nation’s history gives us enhanced capacity for informed citizenship. The torch has been given to us today to utilize our story - our own laboratory of human experience - as a barometer for what is important, to persevere in the face of challenge, and find hope and inspiration from those that have gone before us.”

Past recipients of the Distinguished Patriot Award include Senator Barry Goldwater, General William C. Westmoreland, Colonel Edwin E. Aldrin, Normand Vincent Peale, D.D, Senator James Buckley, Hon. Jean Kirkpatrick, and Senator Robert Dole.

The award is given for outstanding academic or service performance.

Soil, Water District to hold seedling sale

WESTPORT — The Essex county Soil and Water Conservation District is now holding its annual seedling sale. Available is a large selection of bare-root tree and shrub seedlings and transplants for erosion control, wildlife habitat improvement, windbreaks and reforestation. Groundcovers and wildflower seed mixes can also be purchased.

The tree and shrub seedlings and transplants are sold as bareroot stock. They are not potted, nor balled in burlap; such as you’d expect to buy from a commercial nursery.

The 2015 tree and shrub list includes a wide variety including Firs, White Pine, Butterfly Bush, Elderberry, Sugar Maple, American Sycamore, Sawtooth Oak, Nanking Cherry, Dogwood, and More. Our main addition to riparian planting will be Streamco willow cuttings and wattles. The wattles are a great way to restore some of our damaged and eroding banks.

Also available are slow release fertilizer tablets that will provide necessary nutrients for up to two years, and water gel, which helps to retain moisture around the roots-especially important during a dry spring and summer.

March 20 is the deadline to place an order and guarantee your variety. Orders will be available for pickup April 24 in Westport. To get an order form or more information check our website essexoutnryswcd.org, or call 962-8225 weekdays, email essexswcd@westelcom.com, go to our link at co.essex.ny.ud, or visit the office at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Center (second floor), 3 Sisco Street.

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

Wednesday and Thursday Ongoing: Mondays and Thursdays

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.

Every Wednesday and Friday

Tuesdays to Thursdays

TICONDEROGA — Children’s Artist Touch Workshops. 9 to 10:15 a.m. July through August TICONDEROGA — Children’s Artist touch workshop, Ticonderoga Heritage Museum,137 Montcalm Street. 9 a.m.

Details: 585-2696.

Second Tuesdays

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

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

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

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

TiNY Wellness

Second and Fourth Wednesday

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

Military Airman Bennett graduates basic training

Second Wednesdays

FORT MEADE, MD — Air Force Airman Christopher A. Bennett graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. He completed an intensive, eightweek program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Bennett is the son of Christopher Bennett Sr. and Karen Sharkey of Ticonderoga. He is also the brother of Danielle Rooker of Chestertown, and grandson of Joe and Debbie Bennett of Gansevoort.

He graduated in 2011 from Ticonderoga High School

On campus Paridis named to SUNY Delhi honor roll

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.

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

DELHI — Eric Paradis of Schroon Lake, a Golf and Sports Turf Management, been cited for academic achievement for the Fall 2014 semester by achieving the Honors List at the State University of New York College of Technology at Delhi. To qualify for the Honors List, students must have an academic average of 3.50 or higher within the semester.

Namer graduates from SUNY Delhi

DELHI — Emilee Namer of Ticonderoga, graduated December 2014 from the State University of New York College of Technology at Delhi with AA degree in Liberal Arts, General Studies.

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 Third Sunday

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

Last Monday

Saint Rose adds to Dean’s list

ALBANY — The College of Saint Rose has named Kaley Manning of Silver Bay and Alex LaFrance of Ticonderoga, to the Dean’s List for the fall 2014 semester. Full-time students who complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and achieve a semester grade-point average of at least 3.5 with no grades of D, F, Incomplete or Pass/Fail are eligible for the Dean’s List.

Births

Kristina and Michael Melton of Ticonderoga are pleased to announce the birth of their son Owen John Melton Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the Glens Falls Hospital. He weighed 7lbs 13oz and 20 inches long. His maternal grandparents are Kimberly and David Ferguson of Ticonderoga. His paternal grandpartents are Patricia and John Melton of Ticonderoga.

North Country SPCA he North Country SPCA is delighted to announce that our February adoption special was a huge success! We had so many awesome adoptions last month, with wagging tails and purrs galore, that it warms our hearts. Most recently, little Beaglemix Fisher, who had faced challenges of many medical needs including the loss of a leg, was permanently adopted by his foster family! This sweet little fellow has such determination and positive attitude despite the traumas he encountered, he is truly a special dog, who has found an equally special and loving family to call his own. You can read about Fisher and some of our other recent happy adoptions on our Facebook page!

Our featured pet this week is Thor, a handsome, black-and-white Labrador Retriever-mix who was sadly surrendered by his owner, who could no longer afford to treat his chronic skin condition and wasn’t sure of its cause.

Shelter staff had Thor examined by our veterinarian, who diagnosed the cause and prescribed Thor the proper medicine to help his irritated skin to heal. This sweet fellow is now on the mend, but his medicine will cost between $500 - $700 for the rest of his life to keep him in good health.

He is a friendly, bighearted guy who would be the perfect addition to a home where he can get plenty of attention. He does seem to be terrified of cats, so a feline-free home would be an ideal match for him. If you are someone who loves Labs and has the ability to care for his medical needs, you wonÕ t want to miss out on this all-around-great dog.

Why not stop by to meet him today?

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.

TICONDEROGA — Farmer’s Market. July through October TICONDEROGA — Women class, “Lessons from Jeremiah”, PJ Bolstridge. Cornerstone Alliance Church, 178 Montcalm St. 11 a.m. Through March. Details: 585-6391.

Every Sunday

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

TICONDEROGA — Sundays in the Park: TBA. Starting July 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: Friday, March 6

Every Monday

Saturday, March 7

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Highway Meeting. Noon.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Public Works Meeting.

8:30 a.m.

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 — 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

TICONDEROGA — Children Arts Trek, Adult Programs.

Throughout town. Through July and August.

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.

TICONDEROGA — Women class, “Lessons from Jeremiah”, PJ Bolstridge. Cornerstone Alliance Church, 178 Montcalm St. 10 a.m. Begining Wednesday, March 11. Details: 585-6391.

Every Thursday

Thor

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.

TICONDEROGA — Fish Fry. Knights of Columbus. 5 p.m.

Through March.

Last Tuesday

Every Tuesday

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Every Friday

MORIAH — Elementary Lock-In Pep Rally. Moriah Central School. 6 to 10 p.m. Grades 3 to 6. Prepay $10, door $13.

Class colors: 6th orange, 5th yellow, 4th blue, 3rd green.

TICONDEROGA — Pancake Dinner benefit, DYW of Ticonderoga Scholarship Program. BPOE Elks Lodge. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. $8. Details: Tracey Cross-Baker 585-2525.

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

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.

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

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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/Moses 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.

TICONDEROGA — Winter fest. YMCA Teen Center. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SCHROON — Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Schroon Lake Library. Noon. ‘Horton Hears a Who’ 12:30 p.m. Details: 532-7737 ext. 13.

TICONDEROGA — “10 minute block”, Maletta Hourigan, Your Quilt Shoppe, 111 Montcalm. 9 to 11 a.m. $30. All Levels. Space limited. Details: 570-8055, yourquiltshoppe@gmail. com.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival.

Ticonderoga Armory, Ticonderoga Recreational Areas. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: 585-6619, ticonderogany.com TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival.

TICONDEROGA — Women class, “Lessons from Jeremiah”, PJ Bolstridge. Cornerstone Alliance Church, 178 Montcalm St. 11 a.m. Details: 585-6391.

Sunday, March 8

PORT HENRY — Super Bingo. Knights of Columbus. Doors 11:30 a.m. Games 1 p.m. Bingo starts Monday, March 16.

TICONDEROGA — Adirondack Eagles Pork Loin Dinner.

Burleigh House. Noon to 5 p.m. $12, takeouts available.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga elks breakfast. Elks Lodge, 5 tower ave. 8 to 11 a.m.

Wednesday, March 11

TICONDEROGA — Sharpie Tie Dye Shirts. YMCA Teen Center. 4 p.m.

TICONDEROGA — Adirondack Trail Riders, Snowmobile Club meeting. Ticonderoga Fish and Game Club. 6 p.m. Open to public.

Thursday, March 12

CROWN POINT — “Savor the Arts” Crown Point Auditorium. 6 p.m. $5 pp, $10 family. Book Fair 5 to 7 p.m.

Friday, March 13

TICONDEROGA — The Cello Voce concert. Libby’s Bakery and Cafe, 92 Montcalm St. 7 to 8 p.m. $10, open to public.

Saturday, March 14

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Assembly Of God Variety Day. 32 Water St. 1 to 4 p.m. $10. Details: Corey Steigleman, Youth Leader, 546-1042.

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Area Mom Prom. Best Western PLUS, Burgoyne Road. 7 to 11 p.m. Benefit Best 4th in the North and Back Pack Program.

TICONDEROGA — Movie Night, grades 6 to 12. YMCA Teen Center. 7 to 9:30 p.m.

NORTH CREEK — Abe Studler Fund Raiser. Gore Mountain.

4 p.m.

TICONDEROGA — Irishman of the year roast and dinner.

Knights of Columbus.

March 14 -March 15

TICONDEROGA — Ticonderoga Alumni Association fourth annual Strikes for Students bowling fundraiser. Adirondack Lanes. Noon, 3 p.m.

Sunday, March 15

TICONDEROGA — “Horsepower at Ticonderoga”. Mars Education Center, Fort Ticonderoga. 2 p.m. $10 pp, free members.

Monday, March 16

PORT HENRY — Bingo. Knights of Columbus.

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Young woman blows whistle

Former Essex employee sounds off on town clerk’s activities

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ESSEX — While Essex town clerk William Morgan was arrested on a series of federal child pornography charges on Feb. 12, there’s an open question between what was known by local officials and how long it took for Morgan to be arrested.

The Valley News has learned that town officials were aware of MorganÕ s predilection for child pornography as early as March 2013. Sources have also revealed that Morgan reorganized the office of town clerk purportedly to hide his behavior and that town officials were aware of Morgan’s peculiar actions.

OFFICIAL OPENS UP LeeAnn Hoskins, 21, is the former secretary to the supervisor, deputy clerk, water-sewer rents collector and bookkeeper.

Hoskins worked at the Essex Town Hall from February 2011 to July 2014, a period that spanned two administrations, that of former supervisor Sharon Boisen, who left office in January 2014, and Edward Gardner, who is currently in office. Ò SHE TOLD MEÓ Hoskins said Boisen came to her office to share a discussion she had with then-highway superintendent Jim Morgan about seeking help for his son, William Morgan, who was living in Georgia with a relative.

“She said, ‘You wouldn’t believe this, that the reason that Bill Morgan had came back to Essex was because of previous child pornography,’” recalled Hoskins.

Hoskins couldn’t recall the exact date of the conversation with Boisen, which she described as brief and behind closed doors, but estimated it was mid 2013, before that fall’s election.

At the time, sources said, Morgan was living with his brother in Georgia. Ò I donÕ t know if the brother caught him doing it and the brother has children, or if it was something to do with the police,Ó said Hoskins. “I really can’t remember that — only that he was found with child pornography [in Georgia] and they were sending him here and his brother kicked him out.”

Hoskins couldnÕ t recall the catalyst, but said she and Boisen had a cordial working relationship.

“We worked together for a long time and she filled me in on everything,” she said. “We talked about numerous things, so it didn’t surprise me that she did tell me.”

Hoskins recalled Boisen urged her to keep the information private due to the lack of concrete evidence.

Hoskins said she felt alarmed, especially as a young woman. Ò If these things were true about Bill Morgan, it would not be good for the town,” said Hoskins. “Those were my concerns, the children of the town of Essex.”

Hoskins said Boisen had similar concerns. Ò She said it made her sick, it made her sick to her stomach,Ó recalled Hoskins.

SIMILAR CONVERSATION Local cattle farmer Sandy Lewis recalled a similar discussion with Boisen. Ò She was scared for the children in the town for this guy being a pedophile,” recalled Lewis. “She was anxious to have him removed from the town tall. She claimed she called the authorities in Elizabethtown. I called the state police and told them what she told me and I felt relieved when the state police took it seriously.”

Lewis said this measure may have aided the investigation that ultimately resulted in Morgan’s arrest on Feb. 10.

He became incredulous when Boisen took measures that he interpreted as hiding her involvement.

Boisen declined to comment for this story: Ò I will speak to the authorities should they request,Ó she said via email.

NO DIRECT EVIDENCE After she got the news of MorganÕ s alleged proclivities, Hoskins said she looked at him differently. Ò There was a slight fear in his eyes, like a quiver about them,Ó she said. “It was just different.”

Hoskins said she never saw any direct evidence of illicit material.

“I do not have any concrete evidence I saw,” she said. “But I did hear that, you know, that this was going on or had occurred.”

While MorganÕ s computer screen faced away from visitors, the clerk did exhibit skittish tendencies, said Hoskins.

“When you would walk in, he would shuffle papers around on his desk like he was doing something,” she said. “So it was a little peculiar.”

Morgan would also keep his door closed and locked. Ò People would come into the town hall looking for the town clerk and the door was shut and they thought he was gone,” said Hoskins.

She also noted that while Morgan had access to a town computer Ñ the one the FBI seized in January Ñ he brought in a personal laptop in a plastic WalMart bag that went unused during office hours.

“He didn’t have it out using it when we were there,” she recalled.

“He would have it and it would be shut.”

COMPUTER WENT UNCHECKED The information technology professional the town used to service their computers, Ken Hughes, serviced each machine Ñ until the new administration took office.

Hughes performed regular routine maintenance Ñ clearing cookies and caches, updating software and configuring equipment — during the Boisen administration.

But aside from one visit during the transitional period, he hasnÕ t performed the checks since Dec. 23, 2013.

Hughes offered to continue the monthly visits as he had done before, but an administration official said they would only retain him as an on-call consultant.

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amine Morgan’s machine, but couldn’t recall the source.

“I was told not to service Morgan’s computer,” he said. Citing Morgan’s prior experience in the industry, he said he believed it was Morgan himself.

That conversation took place right around Christmas 2013, he said, referring to his notes.

Since then, Hughes has pared down his services to minor problems like addressing a wi-fi concern and installing Vonnage, a voiceover IP network.

A typical visit would see him servicing five computers simultaneously, a two-hour session that would cost the town $130 per month.

Hoskins said she pushed the computer issue with Gardner, but Morgan’s machine remained unserviced.

“It was not kosher to me,” she said.

WI-FI THEFT Shortly following his election, Morgan was arrested on Nov. 21, 2013 for stealing internet services and trespassing at a local home where he was working as a caretaker.

Morgan was charged then with fourth-degree criminal mischief, theft of computer services and petit larceny, all misdemeanors, and ticketed for trespassing.

The case was adjudicated on Jan. 6; Morgan pled guilty to loitering, unlawful duplication of computer-related material, second degree and trespass.

Morgan was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge which entailed fines, restitution, community service and a stay-away order of protection for one year for the homeowners.

While chatter abounded in the community, Hoskins said there didnÕ t appear to be any discussion in the town hall to address the situation.

“It was all hush-hush,” said Hoskins.

Hoskins said residents often chose to utilize the townÕ s public wifi network and, as clerk-elect, Morgan would certainly have access to that service.

TOLD THE SUPERVISOR Hoskins said she brought reports of Ò odd behaviorÓ back to Gardner shortly after the clerk assumed his position.

“I would say I really started expressing my concerns after I resigned as deputy town clerk,” said Hoskins. “I told them that, you know, I had heard of the child pornography in his past and you know, why would he be in there during the day with the door shut, let alone locked for the public to not have access to him?Ó she recalled.

Gardner, she said, “just kind of sat there, at first, as I was kind of going on expressing my feelings.”

The Valley News asked Ed Gardner directly on Monday, March 2, if he received complaints about Morgan’s rumored penchant for child pornography from any town employees: “Nope,” said Gardner.

Gardner told the Valley News previously that he and other town officials were unaware of any suspicious or questionable activity in the town hall prior to the FBI raid.

Hoskins disagreed, saying she expressed concern to Gardner about the peculiar behavior of Morgan.

“He would just say, ‘Oh, I’ll have a talk with him’ and he’d go in his office and you’d hear him bs-ing, basically. I wouldn’t be surprised if he went in his office and said to Bill, ‘Oh, I was just coming in here to shut her up.’”

Since the clerk is independently elected, thereÕ s little town officials, including Gardner, can do to remove him before he is convicted of a felony.

MOVING ON Hoskins resigned as Morgan’s deputy in-or-about March 2014, but still retained her other responsibilities.

She recalled telling Gardner about her decision to resign due to clashes with the clerk.

Hoskins also cited professional disagreements.

Morgan, she said, changed systems and sparred with the town board. She said the clerk wouldn’t pass along messages from local residents and other parties with town business, even when she was in the office.

“I wasn’t being provided with information to handle my job and I didnÕ t like that because it looked poorly on me and thatÕ s a problem that really set me off because I donÕ t like having a bad image like that,” she said. “So with that, and he started doing weird things, it was like… I can’t be a part of this.”

In July 2014, she decided to leave entirely to pursue opportunities elsewhere.

But Hoskins said she never felt afraid in the office, nor felt like she was pushed out.

In fact, she said, Gardner appeared stunned when she announced she was leaving for good: “He was not relieved. He was more like, ‘Oh my god, What am I going to do now?Õ Ó Hoskins said town officials were not getting a lot of guidance from the town’s executive chief.

“It’s hard to give guidance when you’re barely in the office two hours a day.”

After leaving, Hoskins said she immediately brightened. Ò I felt like a million bucks and my family told me I wasnÕ t so crabby all the time,” she said.

She decided to speak out following MorganÕ s arrest because itÕ s “the right thing to do.”

Lewis called Hoskins an inspiration.

“This is an extraordinary asset to the community,” said Lewis. “If all the kids in this community had this girlÕ s character, we would have a different community — she’s outstanding. If we don’t honor the conscience of our youngsters, what kind of country are we going to have?Ó Morgan was transferred to the federal administrative detention facility in Brooklyn on Feb. 15.

According to a spokesman for the U.S. Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Virginia, Morgan was in transit from New York to Virginia on Tuesday, March 3.

The “Banana” boat used to rescue a mock victim.

Ice/cold water training on Bulwagga Bay I

t may not seem like spring will ever get here, but in time, Lake Champlain will thaw and pose a potential danger. Ice fishermen, dog walkers, cross country skiers and cold water wanderers of all sorts, can become victims if they break through thawing or rotten ice.

Fire fighters from our

By Rich Redman area participated in an Ice /Cold Water Rescue Technician course taught by the Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC). New York State certified instructors from the Fire Academy, taught the course to Whitehall, Schroon Lake, Port Henry and Moriah firefighters so they know how to handle on-ice rescues. For two weekend days, Dave Simmons, and George Bassler, gave 16 hours of hands on instruction certifying 18 firefighters as Ice/Cold Water Rescue Technicians.

Classroom education was about types of ice, ice strengths and formation, cold water isothermic temperatures, which maintains the water at 39.2 degrees under the ice, types of specialized rescue equipment, and the physical dangers involving the human body when they become hypothermic.

Hypothermia is when the human body temperature, falls below 95 degrees. The loss of body temperature symptoms include, impairment of fine motor skills, loss of judgment and what is termed the Ò umbles, mumbles, fumbles and stumbles”. Moderate to severe hypothermia steals the humanÕ s ability to rescue themselves, eventually causing a coma or even death. Self- rescue becomes impossible, and that is where the rescue training comes into play.

This customized training required the rescuers to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such asÓ MustangÓ or “Gumby” cold water suits for their own safety. Rescuer safety is the number one priority. A rescuer becoming a victim only compounds the problem.

On-ice training included using specialized equipment, such as an RTC “banana boat”, ice rescue floatation rings, rope handling and carabineerÕ s , rope rescue throw bags, and MARSARS rescue sleds, which both Port Henry and Moriah Fire have as standard equipment. Self-rescue techniques for the rescuers along with various rescue skills for victims were taught.

Medical aspects and handling techniques of cold water victims was stressed as the human body becomes extremely sensitive when hypothermic. Do no harm was emphasized.

Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the U.S.; with over 4000 lives lost annually. Using the proper equipment, in conjunction with specially trained technicians, we may be able to lower that number. Our lakes are vital to our Adirondack economics. Having rescue technicians is important. NO ice is safe ice, so think before you become a statistic!

With Lake Champlain, and Lake George at our doorsteps, regionalization of specialized teams should be considered to help individual towns and village departments with ice rescue and cold water needs. Fire equipment is costly and no one department can do it all. Regionalization of these specially trained and equipped teams would spread the cost out among the towns. With man-power shortages in every department, regionalization would also allow firefighters from neighboring departments to work together as a specialized team. No one wants to give up their piece of the pie, but there is no pie, if there are no pieces! ItÕ s time to think about economic and man-power conservation. WISE USE!

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Rich Redman is a retired District Conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and an avid outdoorsman.

His column will appear regularly. He may be reached at rangeric@ nycap.rr.com.

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Sentinels seek sectional magic for second straight game Ross’ three in overtime leads Ti over Seton Catholic and onto Class C finals against NAC

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com TICONDEROGA — It was a play designed to bring the defenders in on the top scoring threat for the Ticonderoga Sentinels, and the Seton Catholic Knights took the bait Feb. 27.

As Evan Graney penetrated to the basket with the Sentinels trailing 49-47 in overtime, defenders took notice and gravitated toward him, leaving guard Marick Ross open in the corner. Ò I was trying to get MarickÕ s guy off him,Ó Graney said of the game-winning play. “He came to me and I passed the ball out. I knew he would knock it down.” Ò Evan got the ball and attacked and made something happen,Ó head coach Joe Defayette said. “Evan hit two big three’s for us in the overtime, and Marick gets all the credit for hitting the big shot for us.”

The win advanced the Sentinels back to the Section VII/Class C championship game to face the Northern Adirondack Bobcats. Unlike the CVAC days, the Sentinels have not played the Bobcats in 2014-15, where in the past they would have already played two regular season matchups. Ò They are a very well and disciplined team from what we have heard and seen,Ó Defayette said. “They are a scrappy, aggressive team that is fundamentally sound and runs the floor well. We are going to have to limit their transition points, offensive rebounds and uncon-

tested shots. If we do that, we will have a good chance.” Ò We have to keep them away from the transition game,” Graney said. “We need to make them play our game.”

“If we execute our game plan, we are going to be successful,Ó senior captain Kaleb Wiktorko said.

Both Graney and Wiktorko said they are impressed with how the team has come together over the season. Ò We have progressed in every way since the beginning of the year,” Wiktorko said.

“When we first got here, we did not know what to expect from the season,” Graney said.

“This was the first year at the varsity level for a lot of us. We have been growing a lot in every aspect of the game.” Ò We have been down a lot this season and they just do not give up,” Defayette said. “I am very happy with my team about that. We know we can go on runs, attack offensively and get the looks we want.”

Along with the offensive accolades, Defayette said the team was able to contain Seton CatholicÕ s main threat, Caden Baugh, in the second half with the use of a zone. Ò We changed our defensive focus in the third on making sure someone besides Baugh and Murray beat us,” he said. “When we went to the triangle-and-two, Baugh had two points the rest of the second half. Evan did a good job guarding him.”

In the Feb. 27 game, Graney led the Sentinels with 16 points, while Garrison Hughes added 8, Uzi Whitten 6, Ross 5, Brett Mosier 5, Colvin Chapman 5 and Wiktorko 3.

The Sentinels and Bobcats will play for the Section VII/Class D championship Saturday, March 7, at the Plattsburgh State University Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 1:45 p.m.

Moriah boys and girls, Schroon Lake boys advance in D playoffs

Marick Ross hit the game-winning three-pointer for the Sentinels near the end of overtime against Seton Catholic Feb. 27. Ticonderoga will face Northern Adirondack in the Section VII/Class C title game March 7.

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Girls Basketball

Boys Basketball

Moriah 61, Lake Placid 21

Moriah 75, Elizabethtown-Lewis 36

PORT HENRY Ñ In the sea versus land battle, a 19-6 opening quarter was enough for the third-seed Lady Vikings to cruise past the Lady Blue Bombers Feb. 27.

Madison Stahl paced the Viking offense with 20 points as Lauren Cross added 14.

Shelby MacDougal, Mackenzie Sprague and Sarah Snyder each scored 6 points, while McKenna Harris added 4, Sierra Jacques 2, Madisn Olcott 2 and Caitlin Pelkey 1.

For the Blue Bombers, Lauren Rossi scored 7 points with Maria Paola scoring 6, Cameron Shipman 5, Laura Stanton 2 and Camile Craig 1.

Elizabethtown-Lewis 46, Westport 31

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ A 17-5 opening quarter gave the Lady Lions the cushion they needed in the Section VII/Class D quarterfinal round as they advanced to the semifinal round Feb. 27.

The Lady Eagles, trailing 37-13 in the third, went on a 10-0 run before Jasmin Barnes hit a three-pointer near the buzzer to turn the tide back in favor of the Lions.

Barnes paced the Lions with 17 points to go with 19 rebounds, six steals, two assists and two blocks. Emma Disogra also had a big night on the glass with 17 rebounds to go with 7 points. Myra Adams added 14 points and four rebounds while Tamara Wescott had 6 points, four rebounds and four steals.

The Lions out-rebounded the Eagles 49-21 overall and 25-7 on the offensive boards.

For the Eagles, Chloe Mitchell and Ellie Storey each scored 7 points, with Mitchell adding five rebounds. Hannah Schwoebel added 6 points and three blocked shots, as Lizzie Stephens scored 4 points and Ellie Schwoebel added 3 points, five rebounds and three steals. Taylor Gough and Sydney Mitchell each scored 2 points.

Northern Adirondack 52, Ticonderoga 20

The Ticonderoga Lady Sentinels were ousted from the Section VII/Class C playoffs against Northern Adirondack Feb. 27.

Photo by Andrew Johnstone

BEEKMANTOWN Ñ The Lady Bobcats held a 27-10 lead heading into halftime and pushed past the Lady Sentinels into the Class C championship game Feb. 26.

Janell Woods led the Sentinels with 6 points, while Delany Hughes and Nicole Fuller added 4.

PORT HENRY Ñ The Vikings showed off their depth Feb. 28, as the top seed in the Class D playoffs cruised past the Lions.

Adam Jaquish scored 17 points to go with 12 rebounds to lead the Vikings into the semifinals, while Jarrod MacDougal scored 13 points, Ryan Jaquish 12, Todd Clarke 8, Chuck Bryant 6, Joe Stahl 6, Hayden Fernandez 4, Chris Clarke 4, Cody Stockwell 2, Sam Russo 4 and Dylan Trombley 1.

Schroon Lake 50, Lake Placid 45

SCHROON Ñ A 16-10 third quarter was just enough for the second seeded Wildcats to get into the Class D semifinals Feb. 28.

Tanner Stone led the Wildcats with 19 points, while Alex Shaughnessy added 13, Joe Maisonville 10, Branden Hall 4, Jordan DeZalia 2 and Aiden Finnerty 2.

Indian Lake/Long Lake 71, Westport 50

WESTPORT Ñ While the opening eight minutes of play packed the intensity of a 4/5 matchup in the Section VII/Class D playoffs, the Orange controlled the final 24 minutes Feb. 28.

The Orange outscored the Eagles 22-12 in the second quarter and 42-30 over the final 16 minutes to earn a trip to the Class D semifinals.

Henry Sandiford led the Orange with 30 points and 10 assists along with four steals, while Curtis Seaman scored 23 points to go with 10 rebounds, four assists and three steals. Rudy Geissen scored 7 points and added eight rebounds, while Mathis Vormelker added 6 points and Zach Hoag scored 4.

Noah Pine added 1 point.

Anderson Gay paced the Eagle offense with 17 points to go with seven rebounds, while Sam Napper had 15 points and 15 rebounds, 10 on the offensive glass. Thomas Mero added 7 points, five assists and four rebounds with 6 points and five boards from Skylar Kurth, 4 points from Wyatt Gough and 1 point from Briar Christian.

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This time, Moriah has edge in Class D semifinals v. M/N

By Keith Lobdell

keith@denpubs.com TICONDEROGA — In the fall, the Minerva/Newcomb girls varsity soccer team prevented Moriah from making their second straight Class D final.

On March 3, the Lady Vikings made sure they would not miss out on a fifth straight sectional championship game, jumping out to a 10-point first quarter lead en route to a 57-23 victory. Ò The biggest difference was we limited Makenzie WinslowÕ s touches,Ó Viking coach Steve Pelkey said. “She had 16 points in the third quarter the last time we played them and that was the ballgame. Tonight, our guards did an excellent job keeping her off the ball.”

Winslow, a 1,000-point scorer, was held to just two points along with one rebound and one steal.

On the offensive side of the ball, Madison Stahl paced the team with 19 points to go with 10 rebounds and four steals. Fellow seniors Lauren Cross and Caitlin Pelkey each added 11 points and seven rebounds, with Pelkey adding seven assists and three steals.

Halee Calabrese added six points, while Madison Olcott scored four.

Shelby MacDougal, Sarah Snyder and Sierra Jacques each scored two points. Ò The young kids have come along well throughout the season,Ó Pelkey said. “They were not with us the first time we played Minerva/Newcomb and after that game the seniors came to me and asked to bring them up. It has really helped us along.”

Pelkey added the trio of seniors have never had a season without reaching a sectional final. Ò These seniors have a connection to this streak and they are passing it down to the younger players,” Pelkey said. “It is what you need to have a long streak like Westport had (13 straight sectional finals), and we are hoping to do that.”

During the streak, the Vikings are 3-1, winning two Class D titles and one Class C title.

For the Mountaineers, Astasia Myler led the team with eight points and six rebounds, being limited by foul trouble. Danielle McNally and Jordan Bush each added 6 points, with McNally grabbing five rebounds. Madison Miller scored one point while grabbing 10 rebounds and dishing out three assists.

The Vikings will face Keene in the Section VII/Class D championship game, who won a 57-51 contest against Elizabethtown-Lewis in a game of streaky play.

Keene jumped out to an early 14-4 lead thank to a 9-0 run early in the first quarter. The Lady Lions responded over the next six minutes with a 9-1 run and a 4-0 mini-run to end the first half, cutting the Beavers lead to a razor-thin 21-20 at halftime.

Keene started the second half on an 8-2 run, increasing its lead throughout the second half to as much as 13 points, 53-42, with just over two minutes remaining.

The Lions attempted one last comeback bid with an 9-2 run to cut the lead to 55-51, but an offensive rebound by KeeneÕ s Daria Venner (four rebounds total) led to the fifth an final foul on Jasmin Barnes of ELCS. The Beavers connected on two free throws in the final 30 seconds to seal the win.

Hanna Whitney paced the Beavers with 22 points to go with nine steals, six rebounds and five assists. Elaina Smith added 17 points, 10 rebounds, five steals and three assists; with Naomi Peduzzi adding 16 points, 18 rebounds (nine offensive), three assists and three steals. Elly Smith added two points, five rebounds and four steals. Taylor Geiger had three rebounds and two assists in an injury-shortened appearance.

For the Lions, Barnes finished her varsity career with a triple-double, combining 30 points with 16 rebounds, 11 steals and five assists. Emma Disogra scored 13 points to go with eight rebounds and five blocked shots. Myra Adams scored 6 points and grabbed six rebounds, while Tammara Wescott had two points along with seven rebounds and three steals.

Madison Stahl of Moriah drives to the basket against Danielle McNally of Minerva/Newcomb in the Class D semifinals March 3.

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Facts and Figures Our LEGALS water system serves apNOTICE OF FORMATION proximately 3,100 indiOF 977 NINE, LLC Arts. viduals through 1,030 of Org. filed with the service connections. The Sect'y of State of NY total volume of water (SSNY) on 1/29/2015. produced in 2014 was Office location, County 183 million gallons. On of Essex. SSNY has average, 502,000 galbeen designated as lons of water is treated agent of the LLC upon and distributed to users whom process against it of the water system may be served. SSNY each day. In 2014, the shall mail process to: average annual charge The LLC, 977 US Route for town water service 9, Schroon Lake, NY was approximately 12870. Purpose: any $270.00 per user. lawful act.

Are there contaminants in our drinking water?

TT-02/21-03/28/2015As the State regulations 6TC-73589 require, we routinely test ANNUAL DRINKING WA- your drinking water for TER QUALITY REPORT numerous contamiFOR 2014 nants. These contamiMoriah Water District #1 nants include total coland #2 iform, inorganic contam38 Park Place, Suite 1 inants, nitrate, nitrite, Port Henry, New York gross alpha, lead and 12974 copper, volatile organic (Public Water Supply contaminants, and synID#1500287) thetic organic comIntroduction To comply pounds. The table prewith State and Federal sented below depicts regulations, we will be which compounds were annually issuing a report detected in your drinking describing the quality of water. The State allows your drinking water. us to test for some conThe purpose of this re- taminants less than once port is to raise your un- per year because the derstanding of drinking concentrations of these water and awareness of contaminants do not the need to protect our change frequently. drinking water sources.

Some of our data, This report provides an though representative, overview of last years are more than one year water quality. Included old. are details about where It should be noted that your water comes from, all drinking water, inwhat it contains, and cluding bottled drinking how it compares to water, may be reasonState standards. If you ably expected to contain have any questions at least small amounts about this report or con- of some contaminants. cerning your drinking The presence of contamwater, please contact inants does not necesMr. Art Morgan, Water sarily indicate that water Superintendent, at (518) poses a health risk.

942-3340. If you want More information about to learn more, please at- contaminants and potend any of our regularly tential health effects can scheduled town board be obtained by calling meetings. The meetings the EPAs Safe Drinking are held the second Water Hotline (800-426Tuesday of every month 4791) or the New York at 6:00 p.m. in the Town State Health Department Hall. at (518) 891-1800.

Where does our water Table of Detected Concome from? In general, taminants the sources of drinking Contaminant water (both tap water Violation and bottled water) in- Yes/No clude rivers, lakes, Date of Sample streams, ponds, reser- Level Detected voirs, springs, and Unit Measure-ment wells. As water travels MCLG over the surface of the Regulatory Limit land or through the Likely Source of Conground, it dissolves nat- tamination urally occurring minerals Microbiological Conand can pick up sub- taminants stances resulting from Turbidity 4 the presence of animals No or from human activi- 2014 Calendar Year ties. Contaminants that >95% of filtered water may be present in samples below 0.3 NTU source water include mi- NTU crobial contaminants; in- n/a organic contaminants; 95% of samples must pesticides and herbi- be< 0.3 NTU (TT), no cides; organic chemical one sample may be contaminants; and ra>1 NTU (TT) dioactive contaminants. Soil runoff In order to ensure that tap water is safe to Total Coliform drink, the State and the No EPA prescribe regula- Three samples per tions, which limit the month amount of certain con- 1 Positive sample/ taminants in water pro- Repeat samples negavided by public water tive7 systems.

The State N/A Health Departments and 0 the FDAs regulations es- Any positive monitoring tablish limits for con- sample (MCL) 1 taminants in bottled wa- Naturally present in the ter which must provide environment. the same protection for public health.

Inorganic Contaminants The source of water for Copper the Moriah WD is No Bartlett Pond. Raw water 9/14 receives filtration treat- 0.12 2 ment at the Bartlett mg/L Pond filtration plant.

1.3 The Bartlett Pond water 1.3 (AL) filtration plant is located Corrosion of household to the south of Bartlett plumbing systems.

Pond approximately one-quarter mile west of Lead the pond spillway. The No filtered water receives 9/14 hypochlorination disin- ND2 fection treatment prior ug/L to entering two intercon- 0 nected storage tanks at 15 (AL) the plant. Water flows Corrosion of household by gravity from storage plumbing systems. at the plant to the Mineville area (Water Sodium 3 District #1 & #4).. Wa- No ter is pumped from stor- 1/10 age at the filter plant to a 19.8 concrete storage reser- mg/L voir at Barton Hill for the n/a Whiterbee area (Water n/a District #2). Water flows Naturally occurring; road by gravity from the Bar- salt. ton Hill storage tank to Water District #2.

Barium Facts and Figures Our No water system serves ap- 4/14 proximately 3,100 indi- 0.0063 viduals through 1,030 mg/L

1/10 19.8 mg/L n/a n/a Naturally occurring; road salt.

Barium No 4/14 0.0063 mg/L 2 2 (MCL) Erosion of natural deposits.

Sulfate No 1/10 5.0 mg/L n/a 250 (MCL) Erosion of natural deposits.

Nitrate No 5/14 ND mg/L n/a 10 (MCL) Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks, sewage, erosion of natural deposits.

Chloride No 1/10 15.0 mg/L n/a 250 Naturally occurring; road salt.

Manganese No 1/10 0.01 mg/L n/a 3 (MCL) Naturally occurring.

Organic Contaminants Hexachloro-cyclopentadiene 5 No 7/11 0.01 ug/l n/a 5.0 (MCL) Discharge from chemical factories.

Disinfection Byproduct Stage 2 TTHMs (see note 6) Sample Site Moriah School No One quarterly sample per site 65.2 ug/L 0 80 By-products of drinking water chlorination needed to kill harmful organisms. HAA5 are formed when source water contains measurable amounts of organic matter.

HAA5s (see note 6) Sample Site Moriah Center P.O. No One quarterly sample per site 26.0 ug/L 0 60 By-products of drinking water chlorination needed to kill harmful organisms.

TTHMs are formed when source water contains measurable amounts of organic matter.

Radioactive Contaminants Radium 228 No 3/08 <1.0 pCi/L 0 5 (MCL) Erosion of natural deposits Radium 228 No 5/08 <1.0 pCi/L 0 5 (MCL) Erosion of natural deposits.

Notes: 1 A violation occurs when a total coliform sample and/or an E. Coli sample are positive and a repeat total coliform sample and/or an E. Coli sample is positive.

2 - During 2014, 10 samples were collected and analyzed for lead and copper. The 90th percentile is equal to or greater than 90% of the lead or copper values detected at your water system. In this case, 10

a repeat total coliform one part of liquid in one sample and/or an E. Coli million parts of liquid sample is positive. (parts per million ppm).

2 - During 2014, 10 Micrograms per liter (ug/l): Corresponds to samples were collected www.timesofti.com one part of liquid in one and analyzed for lead billion parts of liquid and copper. The 90th percentile is equal to or (parts per billion - ppb). greater than 90% of the Picocuries per liter lead or copper values (pCi/L): A measure of detected at your water the radioactivity in water. system. In this case, 10 What does this informasamples were collected tion mean? at your water system As you can see by the and the 90th percentile table, the system had no value was the second violations.

We have highest value for both learned through our lead and copper. The testing that some conaction level for lead was taminants have been denot exceeded at any of the sites tested. The ac- tected; however, these contaminants were detion level for copper was not exceeded at any of tected below the level allowed by the State. the sites tested. Lead Is our water system was not detected in any meeting other rules of the samples.

The range of copper levels that govern operations?

During 2014, our sysmeasured was ND 0.13 tem was in compliance mg/L. with applicable State 3 Water containing more than 20 mg/L of drinking water operating, monitoring and resodium should not be porting requirements. used for drinking by SOURCE WATER ASpeople on very restricted sodium diets.

Water SESSMENT SUMMARY containing more than The NYS Dept. of Health completed a source wa270 mg/L of sodium should not be used for ter assessment for this drinking by people on system based on available information. Based moderately restricted on the analysis of availsodium diets.

4 - Turbidity is a mea- able information, this drinking water source sure of the clarity of the water. We test it be- does not have an elevatcause it is a good indica- ed susceptibility to contamination. There are no tor of the effectiveness of our filtration system. regulated facilities within State regulations require this watershed and the that turbidity must al- corresponding land covways be below 1.0 NTU. er does not pose any The regulations also re- substantial risks to the source water quality. quire that 95% of the turbidity samples col- The health department lected have measure- will use this information ments below 0.3 NTU. to direct future source Our single highest fil- water protection activities. These may include tered water turbidity water quality monitormeasurement for the ing, resource manageyear occurred at 8:00am ment, planning, and edon September 26, 2014 (0.264 NTU). The tur- ucation programs. A bidity of the filtered wa- copy of the assessment, ter entering the distribu- including a map of the tion system from our assessment area, can be storage tanks at the filter obtained by contacting us as noted below. plant never exceeded 0.3 Do I Need to Take SpeNTU during 2014. cial Precautions?

5 - Principal Organic Some people may be Chemical classification more vulnerable to disas defined in 10 NYCRR ease causing microorPart 5.

6 Sampling for Stage 2 ganisms or pathogens in drinking water than the Disinfection Byproducts began on October 1, general population. Immuno-compromised 2013. We are required persons such as perto collect a TTHMs and a HAA5s sample per cal- sons with cancer underchemotherapy, endar quarter. Our sam- going pling site for TTHMs is persons who have unthe Moriah Central dergone organ transplants, people with School. Our sampling HIV/AIDS or other imsite for HHA5s is the Moriah Center Post Of- mune system disorders, fice. We collected sam- some elderly, and infants can be particularly ples from these sites on at risk from infections.

2/4/14, 5/6/14, 8/5/14 and 11/3/14. Compli- These people should ance is based on a loca- seek advice from their tional running annual av- health care provider erage. The levels indi- about their drinking water. EPA/CDC guidelines cated for each sample site are the average of on appropriate means to the four quarterly sam- lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium, ples.

7 A bacteriological Giardia and other micromonitoring sample col- bial pathogens are availlected on September 16, able from the Safe 2014 from the distribu- Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). tion system was positive for total coliform bacte- If present, elevated levria and negative for E. els of lead can cause seColi bacteria. Four sub- rious health problems, especially for pregnant sequent repeat samples were collected on women and young chilSeptember 22, 2014 and dren. Lead in drinking were negative for total water is primarily from coliform and E. Coli bac- materials and compoteria. This did not con- nents associated with service lines and home stitute a violation. plumbing. The Moriah Definitions: Water District is responMaximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The high- sible for providing high est level of a contami- quality drinking water, but cannot control the nant that is allowed in variety of materials used drinking water. MCLs in plumbing compoare set as close to the nents. When your water MCLGs as feasible. has been sitting for sevMaximum Contaminant eral hours, you can minLevel Goal (MCLG): The imize the potential for level of a contaminant in drinking water below lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 secwhich there is no known or expected risk to onds to 2 minutes behealth. MCLGs allow for fore using water for drinking or cooking. If a margin of safety. you are concerned about Action Level (AL): The concentration of a con- lead in your water, you taminant which, if ex- may wish to have your ceeded, triggers treat- water tested. Informament or other require- tion on lead in drinking ments which a water water, testing methods, and steps you can take system must follow.

Non-Detects (ND): Lab- to minimize exposure is oratory analysis indi- available from the Safe cates that the con- Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.stituent is not present.

Milligrams per liter gov/safewater/lead. (mg/l): Corresponds to Why Save Water and How to Avoid Wasting one part of liquid in one It? million parts of liquid Although our system (parts per million ppm).

Micrograms per liter has an adequate amount (ug/l): Corresponds to of water to meet present one part of liquid in one and future demands, there are a number of billion parts of liquid reasons why it is impor(parts per billion - ppb).

Picocuries per liter tant to conserve water: (pCi/L): A measure of * Saving water saves enthe radioactivity in wa- ergy and some of the costs associated with ter.

How to Avoid Wasting It? Although our system has an adequate amount of water to meet present and future demands, there are a number of reasons why it is important to conserve water: * Saving water saves energy and some of the costs associated with both of these necessities of life; * Saving water reduces the cost of energy required to pump water and the need to construct costly new wells, pumping systems and water towers; and * Saving water lessens the strain on the water system during a dry spell or drought, helping to avoid severe water use restrictions so that essential fire fighting needs are met.

You can play a role in conserving water by becoming conscious of the amount of water your household is using, and by looking for ways to use less whenever you can. It is not hard to conserve water. Conservation tips include: * Automatic dishwashers use 15 gallons for every cycle, regardless of how many dishes are loaded. So get a run for your money and load it to capacity. * Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth. * Check every faucet in your home for leaks.

Just a slow drip can waste 15 to 20 gallons a day. Fix it up and you can save almost 6,000 gallons per year. * Check your toilets for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, watch for a few minutes to see if the color shows up in the bowl.

It is not uncommon to lose up to 100 gallons a day from one of these otherwise invisible toilet leaks. Fix it and you save more than 30,000 gallons a year. * Use your water meter to detect hidden leaks.

Simply turn off all taps and water using appliances, then check the meter after 15 minutes.

If it moved, you have a leak.

Closing Thank you for allowing us to continue to provide your family with quality drinking water this year. In order to maintain a safe and dependable water supply we sometimes need to make improvements that will benefit all of our customers. The costs of these improvements may be reflected in the rate structure. Rate adjustments may be necessary in order to address these improvements. We ask that all our customers help us protect our water sources, which are the heart of our community.

Please call our office if you have questions.

TT-03/07/2015-1TC74255 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) NAME: Bodettes Barbecue LLC, article of organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 2/4/15. Office in Essex County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to Bodettes Barbecue LLC, 2796 NYS Route 9N, Crown Point, NY 12928. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

TT-2/14-03/21/20156TC-73018 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) Name: BPM Enterprises, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/23/2015 Office Location: ESSEX County. The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: PO Box 536, Schroon Lake, NY 12870. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

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SSNY is designated as able either by contacting the Office of the Puragent of the LLC upon whom process against it chasing Agent, Linda M. may be served. SSNY Wolf, Government Censhall mail a copy of any ter, Elizabethtown, New Publications, Inc. York 12932, by calling process to thePublished LLC at:by Denton 518-873-3330 or on our PO Box 536, Schroon website: www.co.esLake, NY 12870. Pursex.ny.us. pose: To engage in any All bids submitted in relawful act or activity. sponse to this notice TT-01/31-03/07/2015shall be marked 6Tc-72094 "SEALED BID PRINT NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY SHOP SUPPLIES" clearly on the outside of the enCOMPANY ("LLC") velope. All bids shall be Name: CAMP JOLLIE OLLIE LLC Articles of submitted on the bid sheets included in the Organization filed with the Secretary of State of package, and no other New York ("SSNY") on forms shall be accepted.

JANUARY 28, 2015 Of- In addition to bid sheets, the bidder shall submit fice Location: Essex County. The"SSNY" is executed non-collusion designated as agent of bid certificates signed by the bidder or one of its the "LLC" upon whom process against it may officers as required by be served. "SSNY" shall the General Municipal mail a copy of any pro- Law Sec. 103d. The bidcess to the LLC at: C/O der shall also submit an CORPORATE CRE- executed certificate of ATIONS NETWORK INC. compliance with the Iran Divestment Act signed 15 NORTH MILL STREET NYACK, NEW by the bidder or one of YORK, 10960. Purpose: its officers as required by the General Municipal To engage in any lawful Law Sec. 103g. act or activity.

Essex County reserves TT-02/07-03/14/2015the right to reject any 6TC-72629 and all bids not considNOTICE OF FORMATION ered to be in the best inof Limited Liability terest of Essex County, Company ("LLC") and to waive any techniName: i Skogen LLC Ar- cal or formal defect in ticles of Organization the bids which is confiled with the Secretary sidered by Essex County of State of New York to be merely irregular, ("SSNY") on JANUARY immaterial, or unsub28, 2015 Office Loca- stantial. tion: Essex County. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER The"SSNY" is designated NOTICE that Essex as agent of the "LLC" County affirmatively upon whom process states that in regard to against it may be served. any contract entered into "SSNY" shall mail a copy pursuant to this notice, of any process to the without regard to race, LLC at: C/O CORPORATE color, sex, religion, age, CREATIONS NETWORK national origin, disabiliINC. 15 NORTH MILL ty, sexual preference or STREET NYACK, NEW Vietnam Era veteran staYORK, 10960. Purpose: tus, disadvantaged and To engage in any lawful minority or womenact or activity. owned business enterTT-02/07-03/14/2015prises will be afforded 6TC-72630 equal opportunity to LEGAL NOTICE submit bids in response PLEASE TAKE NOTICE hereto. that the Putnam Plan- Dated: March 2, 2015 ning Board of the Town Linda M. Wolf, CPA of Putnam will hold a Purchasing Agent public hearing, pursuant Essex County Governto Section 276 of the ment Center Town Law, on the appli- Elizabethtown, New York cation of David Manch- 12932 ester to construct a sin- (518) 873-3332 gle family dwelling. Said TT-03/07/2015-1TCsite plan is located on 74921 5177 Sagamore Road in the Town of Putnam.

Said hearing will be held NOTICE OF FORMATION on the 11th. day of OF LIMITED LIABILITY March at the Putnam COMPANY (LLC) Town Hall at 7:00 pm at Name: Poiriers Paradise which time all interested Consulting LLC Articles persons will be given an of Organization filed with opportunity to be heard. the Secretary of State of By order of the Putnam New York (SSNY) on Planning Board DATE Office Location: Paula M. Wilson, Clerk Essex County. The SSNY TT-03/07/2015-1TCis designated as agent of 74456 the LLC upon whom process against it may LEGAL NOTICE THE ANNUAL FINAN- be served. SSNY shall CIAL REPORT for the mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: 18 Town of Moriah for the fiscal year January 1, Nurses Rd, Olmstedville, 2014 through December NY 12857. Purpose: To 31, 2014 has been com- engage in any lawful act pleted and is on file at or activity. the Town Clerks Office, TT-02/21-03/28/201538 Park Place, Port Hen- 6TC-73372 ry, N.Y. for public inspection.

NOTICE OF FORMATION TT-03/07/2015-1TCOF LIMITED LIABILITY 74916 COMPANY (LLC) NOTICE OF FORMATION Name: R. PATNODE OF MOUNTAIN EXCAPLUMBING & HEATING, VATING LLC Arts. of LLC. Articles of OrganiOrg. filed with the Sect'y zation filed with the Secof State of NY (SSNY) retary of State (SSNY) on 1/9/2015. Office loca- on 02/12/2015. Office tion, County of Essex.

Location: Essex County.

SSNY has been desig- The SSNY is designated nated as agent of the as agent of the LLC LLC upon whom pro- upon whom process cess against it may be against it may be served. served. SSNY shall mail SSNY shall mail a copy process to: The LLC, 59 of any process to the Deer Camp Rd., Schroon principal business locaLake, NY 12870. Pur- tion of LLC: 20 Center pose: any lawful act.

Street, Ticonderoga, NY TT-02/07-03/14201512883. Purpose: All law6TC-72480 ful activities.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS TT-02/28-04/04/2015NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV- 6TC-73906 EN, that the Undersigned, on behalf of the Essex County Board of NOTICE OF FORMATION Supervisors, will accept OF SCHROON LAKE sealed bids for SUP- WINE & LIQUOR, LLC PLIES FOR THE ESSEX Arts. of Org. filed with COUNTY PRINT SHOP. the Sect'y of State of NY Sealed bids will be re- (SSNY) on 1/29/2015. ceived until 2:00 P.M. Office location, County Wednesday, March 18, of Essex. SSNY has 2015, at which time bids been designated as will be publicly opened agent of the LLC upon and read aloud. whom process against it Specifications are avail- may be served. SSNY able either by contacting shall mail process to: the Office of the Pur- The LLC, 977 US Route chasing Agent, Linda M. 9, Schroon Lake, NY Wolf, Government Cen- 12870. Purpose: any ter, Elizabethtown, New lawful act.

York 12932, by calling TT-02/21-03/28/2015518-873-3330 or on our 6TC-73588 website: www.co.essex.ny.us.

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