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Christmas bird watch

Audubon Society conducts bird count

Passing of local artist sparks international tributes Artists around the world “abandon” items in memory of Plattsburgh woman

nic bench as tendrils of fog enveloped New Windsor, Orange County.

A necklace placed in a mammogram waiting room in Ohio.

Tulips dropped at a Pennsylvania train station; fluffy holiBy Pete DeMola day hearts in Essex, England — pete@suncommunitynews.com Across the world, including as far away as New Zealand and Australia, thousands of hearts beat as one on Wednesday to PLATTSBURGH — A key ring left in the laundry room of remember a local artist who passed away unexpectedly earlier an RV park. this month.

A miniature, football-topped Christmas tree left on a lonely The items, left in remembrance of Plattsburgh resident Erika country road in Silverdale, Washington.

McKinstry, were abandoned as part of the “art abandonment” A handcrafted purple flower deposited on a gas station pic- project, whose participants leave art in locations around the

LawmakersÊ SaltyÊ over SaltÊ use

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Outgoing supervisors bid farewell

Six million tons of salt have been deposited on Adirondack roads since 1980... and it is contaminating the groundwater LAKE PLACID — Until Tuesday’s snowfall, municipalities across the region had been rejoicing over a mild winter that had their left their stockpiles of sand and salt, normally a precious commodity, largely untouched.

Pete Despite the spring-like climes, lawDeMola makers have reminded the state that they Editor remain concerned about runoff from the sodium chlorate mixture draining into the region’s watershed.

“We have an issue with the amount of salt the state distributes on Main Street which ultimately ends up in Mirror Lake, which is a problem for us,” North Elba Supervisor Roby Politi told a DOT official last week at an Essex County Board of Supervisors committee meeting.

It’s not just Mirror Lake — it’s everywhere, from Lake George to Lake Colby.

Six million tons of salt have been deposited on Adirondack roads over the past 35 years. The Empire State, in fact, applies the highest amount of the mixture than anywhere else in North America, explained Dan Kelting, Executive Director of

globe for unsuspecting passerby to find.

Before dropping them, artists post the objects to a Facebook group that contains nearly 25,000 members.

McKinistry’s passing on Dec. 16 sparked dozens of group members to post items on Wednesday, each tied together by a common hashtag.

Facebook via Michelle Williams.

A necklace left in a mammogram clinic near Kettering, Ohio.

While unique in their choice of medium— the aforementioned items are joined by ink drawings, watercolors, seashells

Business as usual, with a few fireworks, as outgoing supervisors sign off in Essex County Essex County lawmakers reminded the state last week that they remain vigilant about the accumulation of road salt in local lakes and waterways. Pictured above: Trucks line up at the state department of transportation facility in Elizabethtown on Monday, Dec. 28.

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Paul Smith’s College Adirondack Watershed Institute.

While local municipalities can manage their roads as they see fit — most use a blend of sand and salt — all state roads receive the same treatment: A heady dose of salt.

Historically, it’s been an “out of sight, out of mind” approach, said Kelting.

But recent studies have documented a clear connection between sodium chlorate concentrations in bodies of water and the density of state roads in the watershed. Streams in the watershed have hundreds of times the salinity levels than their backcountry counterparts.

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ELIZABETHTOWN — Lawmakers made their way to the stately courthouse in twos and threes on Monday.

Like they did every week, the men gathered in the antechamber and spilled out into the main room at a few minutes to ten.

Chairman Bill Ferebee pounded the gavel and the room saluted the flag.

It was the last time four of the 18 would do so as lawmakers.

Those supervisors — David Blades (R-Lewis), Dan Connell (D-Westport), George Canon (R-Newcomb) and Bill Grinnell (R-Ticonderoga) — will not be returning next session, which begins next week.

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DOT rolls out tow-riffic snow clearing machines

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ELIZABETHTOWN — While we’ve had an unusually mild winter so far, state officials are planning for the worst.

On Tuesday, the state department of transportation revealed their newest tool in the fight against extreme weather — the tow plow.

The devices, which attach as trailers to the back of standard dump trucks, can be hydraulically adjusted to swing out to the side of the truck.

To the uninitiated, they may resemble jackknives cutting across the wintry landscape.

But to the state, they resemble progress.

Paired with the standard plow, the attachment doubles plow width and helps clear 24 feet of road, or two lanes, at once.

The fleet, 62 in all, will also speed up response times and allow the state to better deploy their resources in the event of disasters, said Bryan Viggiani, a DOT spokesman.

Eight are set to be deployed across DOT Region 1, including a 10-mile stretch between the Clinton-Essex county border on the Northway.

While the trucks will continue to be manned by a single operator, all drivers have received eight additional hours of mandatory training, including at a closed loop at an Albany office complex.

Two cameras will aid operators and reduce blind spots, while a rear lighting package mimics the lights of the truck

body, Viggiani said.

An attached hopper also spits out salt onto the roadways.

The devices are expected to reduce fuel, maintenance and labor costs.

Motorists are urged to treat the vehicles, whose scope may initially be alarming, as regular plows, which means prudent driving speeds and no passing.

“If you’re on the Northway and you get stuck behind one of these things, you just have to be patient,” Viggiani said.

The machines, which cost about $100,000 each, come as part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s NY Responds initiative, which allocated $50 million for new winter storm equipment and created a comprehensive new approach for emergency preparedness.

Plow King, anyone? The DOT rolled out a fleet of new “tow plows” last week.

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For the past three weeks, researchers have been fanning out across the region as part of the 2015 Audubon Christmas Bird Count

By Pete DeMola

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WESTPORT — The group stood motionless in the street, looking for movement in the trees.

A car slunk past and sent feathers fluttering.

The people moved on.

The disruption was business as usual during the Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count.

This year, the 116th installment, saw thousands of birders fan out across North America.

It’s the ultimate exercise in crowdsourcing paired with a healthy heaping of “I spy.” Armed with a checklist, participants simply tick off the winged creatures as they spot them, from common loons to peregrine falcons.

The data collected by researchers over the past century has allowed researchers, biologists and just plain hobbyists to study the long-term health and status of bird populations across the continent.

When combined with other surveys, the Christmas count provides a picture of how populations have changed over time and space.

The group, one of two canvassing the area, relocated to a residential backyard overlooking Lake Champlain, where a flock of 122 Canadian geese gathered in a natural bay, which until recently, reverberated with the sound of gunshots from hunters.

Counting quickly and accurately is a skill that comes with birding, said Pat Braxton.

She and her husband, John, began the day at the boat launch in Westport, where they met with some of the other searchers who constitute the Northern New York chapter of the international organization.

Counts are centered around designated epicenters, which on the case of this blustery Saturday morning, was Ferrisburgh, Vermont.

Two groups fanned out 15 miles in each direction, reaching as far as west as Route 22.

“We always get something different on Christmas they didn’t get,” said Pat — such as the peregrine falcon, for instance, which wasn’t even on the list.

Common in the summer, the birds have usually flown for fairer climes by now.

It’s migratory changes like these that act as a good indicator for climate change, said John.

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Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count is currently underway. It’s a massive crowdsourcing effort that relies on teams of volunteers to report bird data in their regions. Pictured above: A pair of birders gaze through a scope in Westport on Dec. 19.

Like hardcore skiers, birders can “scarcely conceal an existential dread of global warming,” the Keene resident wrote in a recent newsletter. “These data, especially in the face of a warming climate, could prove vital.”

Today, he peered across the bay through a Nikon spotting scope.

An eagle touched down on a nearby dock with a still-squirming fish.

“Twenty-five years ago, we would have called everyone,” said John, “but they’re coming back — it’s a very refreshing environmental story.”

A crow landed nearby. It watched the eagle tear hunks from the fish and averted its gaze when the eagle looked over.

Birding is an activity with its own unique culture. Participants prefer “birding” over the more commonly-used “birdwatching” — “Because you don’t just watch,” Pat said — while discussions are peppered with shorthand, like “MoDo” for morning dove and “rump” for the yellow rump.

The Paxtons have been hooked on the hobby since a bicycling trip near the Delaware River in New Jersey saw them mesmerized by hawks making lazy, wide circles overhead; their shadows, creating long crosses on fields of roses.

John purchased a book to discern the exact type of hawk.

But they were vultures.

“The rest has been downhill,” he joked.

Audubon says the Christmas count is also vital because the

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results aid in hatching strategies to protect and identify environmental issues with implications for people, like groundwater contamination or habitat fragmentation.

By mid-morning, the group had counted 80 species, including the tufted titmouse and a Carolina wren, which John said he hadn’t seen in seven years.

“It’s strictly a question of food availability,” he said.

Altogether, six sites constitute the Northern New York group. Teams also met in Elizabethtown and Massena on Dec. 27.

A second eagle landed near the first. The wind sent ripples across the bay. The eagles, both mature, eventually flew off together. The crow hopped over and began picking at the remains.

The 2015 Audubon Christmas Bird Count runs until Jan. 5. Next up is Saranac Lake on Jan. 3. To join that group, which will meet at 7 p.m. at Simply Gourmet, contact Larry Master at 518-645-1545 or at lawrencemaster@gmail.com.

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Notes from the North Woods Joe Hackett

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The old, Red Rider finally grows up A

s a youngster, the local woods and waters were my primary playground, and a Daisy Red Rider BB rifle was my constant companion. I took that old gun everywhere, and I used it for plinking’ tin cans, frogs, and red squirrels.

I retired the old Red Rider, and replaced it with a..22 caliber, bolt action rifle, which was more appropriate for hunting squirrel, rabbits and ruffed grouse.

It also signaled a major step up in my hunting career, and in my personal sense of responsibility. I finally had a ‘real rifle’ and a hunting license. I viewed BB guns as toys that were used by kids, rather than ‘real hunters’. However, I’ve since come to realize that air guns have grown up too.

While the popular, Daisy ‘Red Rider’ Model has changed very little since it was introduced in 1938, the power and accuracy of air rifles has certainly increased over the years.

Compressed air guns have been around for centuries and they have proven to be just as powerful and accurate as traditional firearms.

In fact, there’s even an air rifle on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington. It was carried by Lewis and Clarke with the Corps of Discovery on their fabled cross country expedition.

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The rifle, known as the Windbüchse (wind rifle) remained in military service for over 35 years. It had a more advanced design and mechanical technology than the infamous Henry Rifle which arrived fifty years later.

It was considered to be just as powerful as the blackpowder muzzleloaders of the era, and more importantly, it was a repeating rifle that could deliver ten consecutive shots effective at distances of over 100 yards.

Unlike black powder rifles, air rifles offered no flash, no smoke and little report, and they remained dependable, even in wet weather.

The guns were powered by an air reservoir that was easily restored with a portable hand pump. The celebrated Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1804 carried a .46 caliber reservoir air gun with a tubular magazine mounted on the side of the barrel. The butt stock served as the air reservoir and it had a working pressure of 800 psi. It was capable of providing 22 shots per minute and had a rifled bore.

Although air-powered rifles and pistols are still largely viewed as ‘kid’s toys’ in the United States, compressed air rifles and pistols are the only legal ‘firearms’ available to the public in most nations, and they are extremely popular in Europe and Asia where some of the finest guns are produced. Compressed air pistols are also used in Olympic competitions, and they’ve also been used to hunt deer elk and wild boar since the 17th Century.

Although air rifles have the proven ability to be used as an effective hunting weapons, their use has historically been primarily limited to pest control and small game in North America.

However, the trend is slowly changing as Fish and Game officials come to recognize the potential for an Air-gunning Seasons for Big Game animals.

In fact, seven states already provide Big Game seasons for ‘air-gunners’, and New York may soon jump on board, if a current initiative to allow the use of Big Bore Air Rifles receives enough public support.

I’ve had a lot of experience with Big Boar airguns including a .45 caliber single shot and lever action repeaters. The guns have a muzzle velocity comparable to modern black powder rifles, with less smoke, noise and recoil.

Their effective range is similar, and hunters will have to get

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The NYSDEC is currently seeking public comment regarding a proposed amendment that will allow hunters to use big bore air rifles while hunting Big Game. The rifles, which use compressed air to propel a bullet are available single shot, bolt action and lever action models. The air guns are capable of effectively taking a variety of big game animals with the power and accuracy of a shotgun or a muzzleloader.

close enough to take an effective shot. Most modern airguns are powered by a pre-charged reservoir which can be filled by either a hand pump, or a scuba tank. A typical charge will be enough to power 5 to 9 shots that are capable of knocking down a whitetail.

Currently, the NYSDEC is soliciting comments on proposed changes that may allow big bore air rifles to be used as legal implements for hunting big game. Comments will be accepted from Dec. 23, 2015 through Feb. 5, 2016.

For further information please visit: http://www.dec. ny.gov/regulations/34113.html#p1s1803 or send comments to: Joe Racette NYSDEC 625 Broadway Albany, NY 1233-4754 Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook.

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Is the salmon surge for suckers?

PLATTSBURGH — Madeleine Lyttle, Bill Ardren, and maybe others will make an appearance at the Clinton County Fairgrounds Conservation Building on Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. to discuss local salmon populations, invasive impacts and more.

This will be a great opportunity for anglers to express thanks for the super job these folks have done over the years to bring back the king of sportfish to Lake Champlain, the Saranac and other streams.

It’s always free, everyone is always welcome, so mark your calendar so we can see you there!

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Westport EMS gets holiday jumpstart Donation from bicentennial committee will allow for purchase of new defibrillators

By Pete DeMola

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WESTPORT — A local group has sent the hearts of the emergency squad here a flutter with a cash gift that will allow them to purchase new defibrillators.

Earlier this year, the bicentennial committee raised $5,100 through the sale of commemorative items.

The goal was always to donate the funds to a local organization. As the deadline approached, the group fired emails back and forth, eventually deciding on the volunteer fire department as the beneficiary.

“It was suggested to donate to someone who would really help the whole community,” said Pat French, a committee cochair.

At the same time, the squad was preparing to launch a fundraising drive to replace the seven outdated devices, which are

A $5,000 gift from the Westport Bicentennial Committee to the Westport Fire Department will allow for the purchase of five new defibrillators.

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distributed to members dotted throughout their service area.

The department budgeted for two, but still needed to come up with $5,000 for the others.

Enter the other rescue squad.

“It really was a bolt out of the blue,” said Colin Wells, a member of the squad.

Automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, are portable devices used to jumpstart hearts, allowing them to establish normal rhythms.

They’re important in any community, said Wells, but even more so in an aging one like Westport.

In cardiac events — like if a basketball player takes a ball to the chest, for instance — time is of the essence.

“If they’re strategically placed, it’s the difference between life and death,” said Essex County EMS Coordinator Patty Bashaw.

Wells said the department and squad were thankful for the gift.

“So the money raised from the community’s past is now going to ensure the community’s safety in the future,” Wells said.

“It’s just a wonderful thing.”

“We couldn’t think of a better group to give it to,” said Derinda Sherman, a committee member.

DSS commissioner calls for increased security Commish calls for 19 cameras to monitor Elizabethtown office

By Pete DeMola

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ELIZABETHTOWN — Lawmakers approved a measure today to beef up security at their social services headquarters.

Last week, department commissioner John O’Neill requested $19,500 for security upgrades, including the installation of new security cameras and a raised platform for an on-site security officer.

O’Neill said the cameras that currently monitor the Elizabethtown office are “rudimentary and cheap” and were cobbled together by a county informational technology staffer from equipment purchased from

Essex County lawmakers approved a request for new security cameras at the Essex County Department of Social Services office in Elizabethtown on Tuesday, Dec. 22.

Keene Christmas contest winners announced KEENE — The winners of the Keene 2015 Holiday Lighting Contest for residents have been announced. They include: Peggy LaRose and Eloise Endicott, Wayne and Linda Hudson, John and Becky Odell and John and Jeannie DeZalia. Bill and Susan Harrell received an honorable mention. The business winners were the Noonmark Diner and McDonough’s Valley Hardware with an honorable mention for the Keene Valley AuSable Inn. Each winning entry receives a $25 check. The judges wish to thank everyone whose decorations make the town more festive during this season.

Brunch to benefit track team WADHAMS — There will be a Sunday brunch Sunday, Jan. 3 at the Dogwood Bread Company, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will be a sourdough waffle and quiche spectacular. All proceeds go to the EKMW Track Team. There is a suggested donation.

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“They’re very limited in scope,” said O’Neill.

The commissioner said the department has received threats, including an incident in the field last week that rattled workers.

“When someone is upset, they go to some pretty scary places sometimes,” said O’Neill.

The cameras will cover both inside and outside areas.

On Monday, County Manager Dan Palmer noted a county owned-vehicle had been broken into earlier that morning.

“There are some things going on out there that need to be watched,” Palmer said.

Plattsburgh-based firm Security Concepts submitted a bid for $28,000. But county workers said they could wire the 19 additional devices for $19,500.

“I think it’d be much less than that, but

that’s the best info I have at this time,” O’Neill said.

Security Concepts operates the county’s existing security system, which is based in the public safety building in Lewis. Cameras can be viewed remotely, explained Palmer, who called the system “fairly extensive.”

Lawmakers unanimously approved the request, which O’Neill admitted was unusual coming so lately in the year. Funds will come from the department’s contingency account.

“I think it’s something that’s a necessity,” said Vice Chair Randy Preston.

O’Neill said the cameras will be paired with ongoing training efforts.

The Essex County Department of Social Services administers a variety of state and federal programs for county residents, including Medicaid, child support and temporary assistance programs.

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What lies ahead

016 Is here already? I can’t believe how fast the years seem to fly by.

I can’t help but wonder if the fast pace of a wired society these days, where we are all so connected, lends to how quickly the years seem to slip by but they certainly seem to be slipping by at an unbelievable rate.

The past year was one of major change both here at home in the United States and around the world.

Terrorism, war, the economy, immigration, refugees, guns, rising debt and election turmoil seem destine to capture the headlines as we move into 2016 and beyond, in what should be another pivotal year in our ongoing nation’s story.

It’s anyone’s guess what direction 2016 will take but we know for sure the next 10 months will be filled with major issues as candidates for both political parties do their best to explain what’s wrong and what they intend to do to fix America.

One candidate will convince enough of us that they are the right person for the job. We can only hope and pray that we make a choice that’s right for the country and a new leader can find common purpose that the vast majority can support.

I, for one, don’t think the country can stand much more polarization with the constant game of tugo-war played between the nation’s elected officials.

We can’t continue tearing at the very fabric of the nation at a time when we need to be united in purpose.

The audition for role as Commander and Chief is about to get serious as we finally move away from an over crowded field of want-to-bees and into the process of the run-off state primaries. This will be a time where we narrow down the field, while removing the pollsters from their predictions to discover what the electorate really believes about the issues and who they believe is best suited to lead this nation.

2016 holds a great deal of promise but at the same time presents potential risks to the stability of the world.

We can only hope and pray that reasonable world leaders take steps to lessen the growing tensions and that all God’s people can take a step back and learn to live in harmony on this small planet we are forced to share.

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County should consider allocating bed tax differently

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olfing on Christmas! Can you believe it?

While the full story won’t be revealed until spring, it’s likely the North Country tourism biz got a big kick in the pants from this stretch of unseasonable weather.

But for towns in Essex County who aren’t Wilmington and Lake Placid, the vacant hotels and empty Main Streets is just business as usual.

Let’s face it: We cannot rely solely on the free market to reverse course when it comes to creating and executing the huge events that will attract visitors to our region.

We need more public investment.

We’re not talking big fat slabs of pork from the state government — last month’s “Hunger Games” revealed the state has little appetite for supporting Olympic pipe dreams — but rather an adjustment for how the local bed tax is distributed.

Essex County lawmakers finally put a long-simmering dispute to bed last year when they passed a law requiring vacation rental units to pay the 3 percent occupancy tax that traditional hoteliers have been paying for years.

Conservative estimates say this will boost the total haul by at least 12 percent, bringing the number to about $2.3 million.

Those revenues are then kicked over to the Regional Office for Sustainable Tourism, or ROOST, to promote the county’s tourism assets.

ROOST generally allocates the lion’s share of those funds to the communities that generate the most tax, mainly North Elba and Wilmington.

The little guys receive promotional support by web outreach, small-scale event promotion and other marketing techniques designed to drive overnight visitation.

Additional monies can be freed up as part of a grant process — Ask and you shall receive, says ROOST — while this year, communities will also receive $50,000 as part of a “tourism enhancement fund” tied to the bed tax upgrade.

Makes sense, right?

Yes and no.

For years, how the funds are allocated has become a “chicken or the egg”type scenario.

Why should, say, Westport or Ticonderoga get an outsized chunk of change if they generated hardly any occupancy tax?

Ordinarily, we’d say they shouldn’t.

But desperate times call for desperate measures.

And folks, it’s grim out there.

It’s hard not to become cynical as our outlying communities continue to struggle as another year fades in the rearview.

More closed businesses. More people leaving.

Our communities have become ghost towns.

Big events are needed to stimulate activity in the region.

We agree with ROOST on most issues.

We agree that large-scale events are one way to develop economic sustainability.

We agree that dedicated groups of civic cheerleaders need to organize these events.

And we agree that the private sector needs to spearhead growth in lodging, alongside recreational and retail infrastructure, to accommodate these visitors and accelerate economic growth in the community.

But we disagree on how the funding is allocated.

While ROOST’s strategy seems like a good one for the long-term, these plans will take years to come to fruition — perhaps close to a decade:

For one, there doesn’t appear to be a sense of urgency. Another is the lack of water and sewer infrastructure that prohibits retail and lodging businesses to expand in communities throughout the Adirondack Park.

Towns need a boost now. And it can happen.

A large influx of cash, for instance, could take a large-scale concert series at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport from a fleeting thought to reality within a year.

It could make Elizabethtown the epicenter for a mountain bike race, or Ticonderoga the center of an international fishing derby.

Essex County should consider a system like they have in Warren County, where the county turns over a designated amount of the bed tax to the towns.

Committees, bolstered by tourism officials, then use a list of criteria to gauge the benefits of each potential project before distributing the funding.

The infrastructure already exists here in the form of the “tourism destination areas” ROOST set up several years ago to draft blueprints for their communities.

Giving them direct access to the pursestrings might help expedite some movement.

ROOST often says that we need to think regionally — Lake Placid isn’t competing with Cape Cod, for instance, but rather Lake George.

What a better way to think regionally then a more equitable distribution system?

After years of investments, mega events like the Wilmington Whiteface Bike Fest and IronMan Lake Placid now stand on their own.

The only way for our surrounding areas to reach parity is several years of direct financial investment before tourism officials remove the training wheels.

While it may seem retrograde to depart from the top-down approach, it may be time to put some autonomy back in local hands.

Wilmington and Lake Placid may be the crown jewels when it comes to North Country tourism. But if they’re surrounded by the empty husks of once-vibrant communities, it’s a disservice to us all.

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Christmas Carol a Sell Out in Ticonderoga

Response to Stand up to the NRA

To the Editor: The Festival Guild Players’ production of “Christmas Carol” was a big success with all four performances sold out. The audiences loved the modern adaption of this Charles Dickens classic which was written and directed

by Vincent Smith.

The production had a large cast of 38 actors whose ages ranged from preschool to retirees. The play had an interesting twist with a female Scrooge played perfectly by Jill Cunningham – she was stern and grumpy until the very end. Bob Cratchit, played by Scott Hill opened the play with a narration that set the stage for the production and ended the show with another narration that completed the story beautifully. The entire cast did an excellent job of delivering a magical theatrical experience for each of the four performances.

Ticonderoga’s Community Building proved to be an intimate setting for “Christmas Carol” with production sets on the stage as well as on the floor in front of the stage. Actors entered and exited the stage through the aisles, often engaging the audience as they came and went. The audience felt very connected to the play and the characters.

Sound and lighting were a critical component to the production. Bob Elling and Richard Timberlake designed the lighting and sound systems used. A terrific production crew of Scott Tyler, Andrew Rasmus, and Stuart Baker made the magic happen. The Festival Guild Players are very grateful to several benefactors who provided the funds used to purchase the new equipment. Funds were provided by the Town of Ticonderoga, the Ticonderoga Festival Guild, and International Paper. Grants were awarded by The Charles R. Wood Foundation as well as the Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation; “Dedicated to improving the quality of life for yearround residents of the Adirondack Park.”

Many people are now anticipating the next play which is expected to be a melodrama and is planned to be scheduled in late May or early June.

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To the editor: I’m always surprised when someone mentions gun control and hunting in the same breath.

There is a lot of “redirecting” out there these days, and redefining words to make a person’s views seem more palatable. Let’s be done once and for all with the idea that the second amendment has anything what so ever to do with hunting. Can we do that? Bury that thought forever.

I’d love to never hear it again. Almost all of the constitution is designed to protect, we the people from the government. Every check and balance, every freedom that was recognized by the government, not allowed by the government. There were self evident then, what is different now? Here in the north, we know that phones may not be available. We know that should there be a need for a gun, one shot may not be enough. It’s part of our life here, it always has been. We have had these freedoms since this was a colony. Why the rush now to give them up? When your right to defend yourself and family is gone, what will you surrender next? Lets change the title here from “Stand up to the NRA,” to “Stand up for the NRA.” Fred V Provoncha Ticonderoga

Safe Driving To the Editor: The holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of the year for alcohol-related automobile accidents. The reason for this is the added stress the holidays bring as well as the fact that more people are drinking as part of numerous parties and other festivals.

Lake Placid/Wilmington Connecting Youth and Communities Coalition, Lake Placid Police Chief William Moore, New York State Troop B Major Charles Guess, Essex County Sheriff Richard Cutting and Essex County District Attorney Kristy Sprague join together to remind everyone that excessive drinking and driving is a serious offense with serious consequences to the offender and to their victims. Not only do offenders risk themselves, they also risk their passengers and anyone else who happens to be in their path.

On November 18, 2009, Leandra’s Law was passed. It was named after 11-year-old Leandra Rosado, who was killed in a crash while a passenger in a car driven by a drunk driver. With the passage of the law, New York mandated installation of an ignition interlock device for all drivers convicted of misdemeanor and felony drunk driving. A person who has interlock ignition on their vehicle must blow into the device to prove that they have not consumed alcohol. If the device detects alcohol, the vehicle will not operate.

It also created a new Class E Felony charge for Driving While Intoxicated with a child passenger 15 years old or younger in the car.

Sheriff Cutting, Chief Moore, Major Guess and District Attorney Sprague feel a special responsibility for keeping our roads safe, but you, the driving public, are where the responsibility is greatest. We know and understand the risks and we appreciate your dedication to safe driving, both on your own and hopefully as a designated driver for someone else.

It is our hope that your holidays are filled with joy and happiness. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

Sheriff, Richard Cutting Chief, William Moore Major Charles Guess District Attorney, Kristy Sprague Tina Clark, CYC Coordinator

All youth groups should be recognized To the Editor: Any fool can criticize and many do.

There are times, however, when we are called upon to focus our attention on “sins of omission” and at least make an attempt to right a wrong.

While it is applaudible to see our sports “heroes” recognized by several pages of sporting events, one ponders about the lack of recognition of the numerous young people not into activities known as sports! I sincerely hope it is not because we consider them of a lesser value to our society.

We have boy scouts, girl scouts, brownies and cub scouts, 4H and FFA members. There are church related groups such as Newman Club, Demolay, Rainbow girls and others. Should the achievements of science clubs, the drama and music departments all take a backseat to the basketball and football squads?

Why do we not publicly recognize the coral groups, who visit the nursing homes, the boys and girls who shovel the walks of the Senior Citizen?

I would greatly enjoy the doings of the drama, art, and music departments shared with the general public so that those participating in these activities are given the recognition they rightfully deserve.

Here is an opportunity to right a wrong. We speak of equal opportunity.

Can we not at least consider giving ALL of our youngsters the recognition they rightfully deserve.

John W. Ward Peru

Response to Ed Hatch To the Editor: This is in response to Ed Hatch’s “Be wary of ambulance districts”.

I am a EMT in the the Willsboro Fire Department and have served our community for the past 10 years. I agree with Ed that we have existing problems that should be addressed. The large number of calls to the Willsboro Assisted Living Center, misuse of the ambulance, lack of EMTs, and the increase in population during the summer months.

The Willsboro Assisted Living has some 50 to 60 elderly residents, 20 of which live on the memory ward. This is 60 higher risk residents in our community. The number of calls here is not unusual for this for a place like this.

Misuse of the ambulance? Define misuse. What you and I consider a minor ailment can be a full blown emergency for someone else. Thank god that we have non-judgemental EMTs who respond with compassion to everyone’s emergency.

Lack of EMTs. That Ed is the real issue and the reason the ambulance districts were formed. We need more EMTs! More volunteers in the fire departments and rescue squads! It’s been noted that everyone who has been critical of the ambulance districts is NOT a volunteer.

The large increase in population during the summer months is due to the beauty of the Adirondacks. People come from all over the world to enjoy this wonderful area. While they are here, the deserve and expect a rapid response to their emergencies. Most are amazed that we are volunteers. They are all used to paid fire and EMS. To put it simply, the lack of volunteerism is a direct result of Willsboro and Essex forming ambulance districts. So I beg you again, join us in serving our communities on the front line of emergency care. Then, if you want to criticize, criticize from within. With a understanding of what we are really doing, serving our fellow man in their time of need. Thank god we still have some volunteers out there who answer the call day or night, day after day.

Dale Wells Willsoboro

Silver Bay impacts community with taxes To the Editor: I must agree with the letter to the editor That “Silver Bay YMCA continues to have an impact on community”. The letter does list programs that are available to family’s and children not only in Ticonderoga, but the entire North Country.

Some of the impact, in my opinion, is not always so positive. Silver Bay YMCA has a mile of shore line on Lake George with many acres of land and buildings galore. As a religious organization they don’t have to pay taxes on all of those resources. This puts the burden on the residents of the town to make up the difference. Oh they do make a “donation” to the town but nothing close to the value that the town would realize from homes and business on that same property.

I have heard that the YMCA septic system is going to be replaced. I’m sure that they are not going to do this without a reason. There are two types of septic systems, one that has failed and one that is going to fail. Money was donated for a building addition but is now going to replace the septic system. Why not work with the town to help with an addition to the town sewer system and avoid additional pollution to our wonderful lake.

The other business in town also feel the impact of the YMCA, restaurant’s, hotel’s and general stores not only have to compete with the YMCA but they also have to help make up the taxes to the town and county that the YMCA does not pay. The YMCA should think about all the impacts they have on the neighbors in our town.

Jon Hanna Hague on Lake George

Rebuttal to Ms. Dixon To the Editor: This was a rebuttal to a letter to the editor: Ms. Dixon’s recent editorial I respect Ms. Dixon for stating her opinion regarding the cartoon depicting a Muslim woman as a human bomb but I feel that she has misunderstood the intent of the cartoon. In my opinion this cartoon was making an excellent statement. It identified the fact that anyone, man woman or child, as misguided as they may be, can and will harm innocent Americans as well as innocent citizens of other democracies.

This cartoon has absolutely nothing to do with sexism. Again, in my opinion, this well presented cartoon, identifies just how vulnerable we are to radical attacks. Plain and simple!

Fredrick Hammann Ticonderoga

COMMENTARY

Little Bits Do you believe in Angels?

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ome believe they’re all around us. They certainly played a significant role in the Christmas story.

Songs have been written about them and a number of movies have featured them. What are they? Angels.

I have my own opinion and you no doubt have one as well.

Those who know me have read and listened to my stories of such things for a long time. In recent years, I have carried a portfolio of photographs with me to enhance some of what I call “true” ghost stories.

Kaye and I enjoy midnight mass each year at St. Alexander’s Church in Morrisonville and this year was no exception. I was asked to videotape it and was happy to do so. The music was outstanding. For us and a packed sanctuary, it was the perfect way to celebrate the “reason for the season.”

Our friend Jason Cerone is an accomplished photographer and some of his images surrounding the recent prison break have received widespread acclaim.

He and David Nelson attended the St. Peter’s midnight mass in Plattsburgh this year and one of his photographs has “gone viral,” as they say in the digital age vernacular.

At first he didn’t see anything out of the ordinary when he snapped a shot of the beautiful altar. Then, it hit him like a ton of bricks. What was that filmy image on the left side next to the Christmas tree? He showed it to me and I was astounded. I begged him to enlarge that portion so I could examine it very carefully. The longer I stared at it, the more I was overcome by the feeling that I was seeing something glorious and special.

You don’t need to view it with a vivid imagination. It’s an angel with moving wings, plain and simple. It’s that obvious. I’ve looked at many such pictures, but this one stands out from all the rest.

It’s important to be somewhat skeptical of such things and we began to ask questions. That’s the proper thing to do. Were there altar servers up there before mass? Was a candle being swung to and fro? Was there a reflection from an overhead light off one of the stained glass windows? The answer is “no” to all of the above.

Jason said his photo was taken before the lights around the altar were turned on and before the candles were lit.

Clergy and church workers are both pleased and puzzled.

One wrote, “We believe angels exist and whether or not this is some sort of photographic glitch doesn’t matter because it gets people talking about religion.”

Amen to that.

Jason posted an anonymous quote on a social site a few days ago: “Sometimes angels are just ordinary people that help us believe in miracles again.” I agree.

Kaye and I have seen miracles in our own family. And we believe.

Do you?

Happy New Year.

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

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For the most part, the session contained business that bore little discussion, most of it bookkeeping measures that had been discussed in committee meetings throughout the month.

The proceedings were brisk.

At one point, Blades asked about the fish hatchery’s request for a riding lawnmower.

It’s in tough shape and the deck is rusted out, superintendent Chris Garrow told him.

It mows a “substantial” amount of land, he said.

The department has made do for a while now, added Charles Harrington (R-Crown Point).

Blades seemed satisfied with that answer and he, along with the rest of the board, approved the measure.

Others followed: The county’s public defender needed to borrow 19 days of his military leave from 2016.

The emergency service’s department asked for the greenlight to apply for a homeland security grant.

The clerk’s office wanted new jackets to protect documents.

Salaries needed to be approved.

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The board passed a resolution in support of the state assembly bill to reimburse counties for all costs indigent defense.

They set a date for a public hearing for the annual organizational meeting on Jan. 4.

They gave the Penfield Museum in Crown Point a forge from Frontier Town.

And they honored Blades with his own resolution.

Business as usual.

Grinnell sat quietly for most of the meeting, his packet closed.

After a series of resolutions for the departed, the outgoing Ticonderoga super asked for the floor.

“It’s been a good ride,” said Grinnell. “Everyone thought I’d go away quietly, but I think you knew better in your heart.”

St. Mary’s School in Ticonderoga was damaged by a suspicious fire in September 2014, a case that remains unsolved.

Without naming names, Grinnell assailed what he perceived to be the sluggish pace of the investigation.

“If you were paying for a major league player who wouldn’t get up and swing the bat, would you have concerns?” he asked.

The public deserves better, he said.

Salt use

From page 1 practices were resulting in the salinization in our region’s waterways,” Kelting said.

And the numbers are only increasing due to the cumulative effect.

“The studies are very blatant,” said Essex County Vice Chair Randy Preston. “It’s not dissipating through summer anymore — it’s the entire watershed. We really need to be doing something different with salt because it is creating a big problem for us.”

No one disputes the studies, said Kelting. But discerning the environmental impact is a bit trickier.

Each part of the ecosystem has different sensitivities to sodium chlorate.

Plants and algae, which provide energy other organisms need to survive, are heavily affected by the substance. But smaller animals that feed on algae, like zooplankton, have a higher sensitivity.

Kelting said there have been “significant losses” of the organism.

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Essex County District Attorney Kristy Sprague later said while she could not comment on the open investigation — a plethora of state, local and federal agencies have been involved, she said — she called Grinnell’s statements a “baseless attack.”

“Not once has Mr. Grinnell ever asked questions or made this investigation a topic of discussion at these open meetings when I have been present,” said Sprague in an email. “Unfortunately, he instead chose to make his parting comments about his dissatisfaction with the ‘county prosecutor,’ who was just one of the representatives of this large and diverse group of people who investigated this case and not present at this very meeting.”

Sprague said her door is always open.

Grinnell sat back down.

Since taking office two years ago, the lawmaker has developed a reputation for being outspoken, taking on a number of high-profile issues, including the controversial plan to move the police station in his community and frequently blasting the state for land use policies that he says have crippled economic growth.

In November, he was defeated in a landslide by write-in candidate Joe Giordano, who will take office next week.

The board appeared nonplussed and business continued.

This causes a cascading effect: Fewer zooplankton results in more algae and smaller fish, for instance.

In Schroon, several diseased maple trees recently had to be removed, said supervisor Mike Marnell, who attributed to runoff.

And then there’s the human element.

Some communities, like Dannemora, are now reliant on alternative water sources, noted John Sheehan, a spokesman for the Adirondack Council, an environmental advocacy group.

“We think that this is something the state should address seriously,” Sheehan said. “Some are calling it the biggest issue since acid rain.”

The issue has brought together a diverse spread of stakeholders with different ideas for how to combat the problem.

The DOT official who appeared at last week’s county meeting, Mike Arthur, acknowledged the issue and said the state was having “internal discussions,” as well as talks with outside groups, to address the issue.

This winter, the state plans on treating Northway ramps with a brine mixture before storms, said Arthur. Doing so will reduce snowpack and hopefully, salt usage. That mixture will joined by a form of treated salt designed to be more effective in cold tem-

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Ferebee offered the three retirees plaques — “His bags are packed, he’s ready to go,” he quipped to Connell (Grinnell got a clock) — and issued sage advice to the remaining lawmakers: Welcome the new guys with open arms, he said, noting his own ascension to the chair in June following the resignation of former chair Randy Douglas.

“Let’s move forward,” said Ferebee.

The gavel came down for the final time.

Some lawmakers made a beeline for the door; others milled for a moment.

“It’s been a great experience for sure,” said Canon.

He’s held the position since 1990.

In addition to mentoring countless officials, Shaun Gillilland (R-Willsboro) said the lawmaker reshaped the role of a North Country supervisor, demonstrating what a huge impact one determined man from a small town can have on state politics.

“He’s become an icon,” said Gillilland.

Canon fought back tears.

Tom Scozzafava (R-Moriah) sat down and put his arm around him.

“An absolute true ambassador for the Adirondacks,” said Scozzafava. “His dedication is unmatched.”

peratures.

“We don’t want to put down any more salt we have to,” said Arthur.

Several lawmakers indicated they’d like to see the state apply less. Drivers would then have to get used to navigating roads that are not completely clear.

Marnell, a former highway superintendent, said expectations for bare roads have risen “tenfold” over the past 35 years.

“As long as people drive 70 MPH, they want bare roads,” said Marnell. “People just do not want to drive on anything but a bare road.”

(The DOT, noted Arthur, does not have a bare road policy: “We plow the roads the best we can with the staff we have,” he said.)

Other parties, like Adk Action, a group that drafted a study with the Adirondack Watershed Institute, said solutions could be found without compromising public safety, like reducing waste when distributing the mixture and using advanced technology to apply it more selectively.

Sheehan said the verdict was still out on an ideal solution.

“They’re not cheap, but cheaper than losing your water,” said Sheehan.

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and sculptures — all have the same sentiment: We miss you, Erika.

The beloved artist graduated from Ticonderoga Central in 1981, and attended Clinton Community College and SUNY Plattsburgh. She was employed as a secretary for GSA at the Canadian Border in Champlain, and served as a cadet for the Civil Air Patrol focusing on search and rescue.

McKinistry, 52, was also a member of the Society for Creative Anachronism, the international organization dedicated to researching and recreating the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe, and an artist who Dozens of artists “abandoned” pieces of artwork across shared her creations on Facebook — sketches of exotic beauties; iconog- the country on Wednesday, Dec. 23 in remembrance of McKinstry, a Plattsburgh woman who passed away raphy from fantasy novels and photos of swirling North Country sunsets. Erika unexpectedly last week. Pictured above: Art waiting to be McKinistry, whose memorial service was on Monday, leaves behind a dropped by Victoria Perry Knapp, of Bowling Green, KY. mother, daughter, sister and husband, among other relatives.

“I hope Erika McKinstry’s husband sees all the love that is going out in the world today in memory of his wife,” wrote Marsha Lodge on the Art Abandonment Facebook page. “I know it can’t heal the pain he must be in, losing her so close to the holidays, but just like being an organ donor, she is touching the lives of so many people even though she is gone.”

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Our featured pet this week is Nova, a Domestic Shorthairmix who our newest addition to our “grumpy cat collection.” Poor Nova was abandoned at the shelter after spending most of her life in a comfortable home, and she was not happy about the change in circumstances! Despite her initial crankiness, this pretty lady has a more affectionate side that occasionally comes out when she lets her guard down - we think that she might lose a lot of her cattitude in the right home - even if she keeps a bit of that sassiness! If you like an outspoken feline with a lot of personality, Nova may just be the cat for you. Why not stop by and get to know this feisty girl?

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id you receive a new electronic gadget for Christmas? The Mac Man can help!

Ken Hughes, AKA the MacArin Burdo > Columnist Man, is an Essexbased cominfo@elizabethtownsocialcenter.org puter consultant who specializes in providing assistance to area residents with all manners of technology. Come join his “Tech 101” class at the Center where he will answer your questions related to Apple computers, iPhones, iPads, as well as other nonApple devices (although the focus of event will be on Applerelated technology).

The purpose of this class is to learn how to use your device, not to fix viruses or solve other individual technical issues. It is a free group class with halfour sessions. Please contact the Center to sign up for a time slot. Preference will be given to Elizabethtown, Lewis and New Russia residents. Tech 101 will be held Wednesday, Jan. 13, 11 a.m. 1 p.m., and Wednesday, Feb. 10, 5 to 7 p.m. Bring your device and play while you learn.

Our annual spring day trip to Proctors Theater in Schenectady will be Sunday, May 15.

We are excited to see the touring Broadway production of Once, winner of eight Tony awards. Please see our website or contact the Center for details.

Pickup basketball is open for adults at ELCS on most Monday nights from 7 until 9 p.m.

Check the facebook group “Social Center Adult Basketball” for updates.

On Thursday, Jan. 7, we offer NCCI Medicaid enrollment help from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Writers Group at 1 p.m., Ellen DuBois’ yoga class at 4:15 p.m. and Karin DeMuro’s Zumba class at 5:30 p.m. All fitness classes are $6.

Friday, Jan. 8, marks the start of Pizza and Pool Fridays for Teen Rec Members. Every Friday night we will hold a pool tournament. In March, all Friday night winners will compete in the Tournament of Champions!

Teen Rec hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 3 to 6 p.m.; Friday, 3 to 9 p.m.; and Saturday, 2 until 9 p.m.

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Ê DonaldÊ EÊ Wrisley January 10, 1935 – December 21, 2015

WESTPORT — Donald E. Wrisley, 80 of Westport, passed away Monday, December 21st 2015 at his home surrounded by family. He was born January 10th 1935 in Upper Jay, NY the youngest son of Olin K. Wrisley and Hazel E. Ward.

On January 15th 1954 he was united in marriage to Barbara A. Vaughan daughter of Rupert (Ted) Vaughan and Alysa Barber. Don was employed at Prescott Woodworking Company at an early age in Keeseville, NY. After marriage he worked for Vaughan and Huntley Lumber Company in Westport, NY, and later for the Dock and Coal Company in Westport. He then went to work for the Town of Westport Highway Dept. as a heavy equipment operator and in 1985 he became the town Highway Superintendent until his retirement in 1990. Don also owned and operated a small farm where he raised angus beef cattle and sold hay to many customers including the Word of Life Ranch in Schroon Lake. He also did private logging jobs with his two sons.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara, one daughter Tracey Sayre (David), two sons; Mark Wrisley (Cindy), Russ Wrisley (Beth), nine grandsons; Jason (Heather), Eric (Kat), Ken, Kevin (MaryBeth) Sayre, Clayton, Derrick Wrisley, Seaver, Tyler, Conner Wrisley, and six great grandchildren. Don is also survived by two brothers; Marvin (Lou) Wrisley of Clayton, NJ. , Raymond Wrisley (Ellen) of Essex, NY and LaCanto Florida. and many nieces and nephews.

Don was predeceased by his sister Mildred Wrisley and brother Charlie Wrisley.

Calling hours will be from 1:00 to 3:00 PM Sunday December 27, 2016 at Marvin-Heald Funeral Home, 7521 Court Street, Elizabethtown. A funeral service will immediately follow.

Burial will be at a later date in Black River Cemetery.

Donations in Don’s memory can be made to the Westport Emergency Squad.

To light a memorial candle or leave an online condolence, please visit www.healdfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Local hoops officials not fond of Binghamton

NYSPHSAA Exec. Council votes to move boy’s tournament out of Glens Falls Civic Center

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GLENS FALLS — The Glens Falls Civic Center has been the home to the championship moments of the NYSPHSAA boys basketball tournament since 1981.

But, the buzzer has now sounded on that run.

After the boys basketball committee voted 7-4 in favor of leaving the 2017 through 2019 tournaments in Glens Falls, the executive committee voted 14-8 to move the event to Binghamton.

In 2017, the tournament will be held in Floyd L. Maines Veteran’s Memorial Arena, which has undergone a $2-plus million dollar renovation as part of a continuing effort to win the bid. It beat out the Civic Center as well as the OnCenter War Memorial Arena in Syracuse.

New York State Public High School Athletic Association President Stephen Broadwell said the renovations as well as financial support were part of the decision.

“Based on discussions from around the state and the various sets of eyes that have reviewed the bid proposals, the Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena offers a first class venue including recent renovations, hotels within walking distance, geographic location in the state and they have pledged no charge for arena as well as guaranteed $30,000 to NYSPHSAA to offset expenses,” said Broadwell, the Willsboro Central School Superintendent.

The committee who made the final vote included two representatives from each section, with the voting blocs for Sections II, VII, X and IX favoring Glens Falls. All other sections voted in favor of Binghamton.

“While I do not know each individual Sections rationale for voting as they did, travel tends to be a major consideration for many sections around the State,” Broadwell said. “The closer the state championship is to each section, the less travel, cost and time out of school is faced by school districts.”

Joe Staves, representing PHS, and Patricia Ryan-Curry of Indian Lake, who serves as the President of Section VII, voted on the measure.

“The Section VII Athletic Council reviewed the two bids submitted to the NYSPHSAA and voted for Glens Falls as the site,” Curry said. “As the current president of Section VII, I can tell you that Glens Falls was the preferred site for Section VII due its location, safety of the Glens Falls area, proven record of generated revenue, efficiency of administration of the tournament by local volunteers and the size of the venue.”

Curry said she was upset the executive committee did not follow the basketball committee’s recommendation.

“It is too bad the majority of the NYSPHSAA executive committee didn’t heed the recommendation of the boys basketball committee,” she said. “That committee voted 7-4 for Glens Falls. Three sections voted against their boys basketball committee representative. The boys basketball committee is in place to do what is best for boys basketball. One representative from each of the 11 sections is on the committee, many of whom have been on the committee for years. They and every

Adam Jaquish and the Moriah Vikings boys varsity basketball team has made three appearances (2003, 2014, 2015) in the NYSPHSAA Final Four at the Glens Falls Civic Center, and is hoping to add a fourth in 2016, the final year the tournament will be held at the Civic Center before moving to the Floyd L. Maines Veteran’s Memorial Arena in Binghamton for 2017-2019.

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other sport committee is called on to do what is best for their sport. It is very disappointing their expertise and wisdom was not respected.”

Section VII boys basketball head Brian Cross, who has guided the Moriah Vikings to consecutive Final Four appearances and is hopeful to make it three in a row for the final year of the Civic Center’s tenure as host site, shared in Curry’s frustrations.

“I certainly am not happy, but could read the writing on the wall,” Cross said. “It’s all about the money.”

“Section VII supported the return to Glens Falls Civic Center for Boys Basketball Championships based on the recommendation from the Boys Basketball Committee, the long term success of the tournament at this venue, the positive environment and that was provided in Glens Falls, and the easy access for area teams and fans to attend,” Section VII Executive Director Karen Lopez said. “From a personal perspective the decision is bittersweet because of the many times I was able to attend this championship event and the disappointment felt by North Country fans that regularly attend this annual event. I also sympathize with the Glens Falls and Boys Basketball Committees who put a tremendous amount of time and effort in developing this championship event that was successful in so many ways.

“But, I also have confidence that the people in the Bing-

hamton will provide a wonderful experience for the athletes and teams that make it to the NYSPHSAA Boys Basketball Final Four, which is really what these championship events are about,” Lopez added.

Section II Executive Director Wayne Bertrand said the track record at the Civic Center was a big part of their vote to keep the tournament at the Civic Center.

“By an overwhelming majority our Athletic Council strongly voted for Glens Falls,” Bertrand said. “It has been a long held opinion that the committee has run a great tournament over the years. Personally, I was disappointed by the decision. I have some fond memories of attending games there and watching some great basketball. The bar has been set high for the people in Binghamton.”

Broadwell said Glens Falls will be a welcomed bidder in the next cycle of determining the host site for the boys tournament, which will most likely be awarded in the late fall of 2018.

“Glens Falls has been an excellent host of the NYSPHSAA Basketball Tournament for over 30 years,” Broadwell said.

“The City of Glens Falls, the Civic Center as well as the hundreds of volunteers each year that have helped organize NYSPHSAA State Championships have afforded studentathletes and spectators an outstanding experience. There have been great games on the Glens Falls court as NYS Champions have been crowned. The sport of basketball as well as all of our State Championships provide life-long memories for athletes, fans and communities. Glens Falls has been a wonderful host and I am sure Binghamton will equally provide the same experiences for our student-athletes and schools when they become the host in 2017.”

“Glens Falls has certainly done an amazing job hosting the NYSPHSAA Boys Basketball Championships for the past 35 years,” said Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director.

“I would like to congratulate Binghamton for being selected today by the membership of the association to host this prestigious tournament in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The bidding process utilized by the association is focused on providing all 11 Sections with the opportunity to host NYSPHSAA championships in a fair and transparent fashion.”

Silver lining While the Civic Center will say goodbye to the NYSPHSAA Tournament, the New York State Federation of Secondary School Athletic Associations (NYSFSSAA) voted to return the Federation Basketball Tournament, held the week following the NYSPHSAA tournaments, to the Civic Center for the same three year window.

Glens Falls had hosted the tournament from 1981 through 2010, when it moved to the Times Union Center in Albany.

The Civic Center was the lone bid for the tournament, with Binghamton opting out in favor of the NYSPHSAA event.

The NYSPHSAA boys basketball championships will be held at the Glens Falls Civic Center Friday, March 11, through Sunday, March 13.

The NYSPHSAA girls basketball championships will be held on the same dates at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy.

The Lake George Warriors varsity boys basketball team has won two state titles in the past three years, playing the championship game just 11 miles away from their campus at the Glens Falls Civic Center. If they return to the championships in 2017 through 2019, their travel will increase to 189 miles as they will have to travel to Binghamton.

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Local teams wrap up 2015 portion of schedule GirlsÊ hockey

Lake Placid 3, PHS 3 LAKE PLACID — Mia Kenendy scored with 21 seconds remaining in the third period to bring the Lady Blue Bombers even with the Lady Hornets Dec. 23.

The Blue Bombers played the 2:36 seconds with an empty net looking for the equalizer before Kennedy connected off an assist from Faith Fell.

The Bombers scored the opening goal of the game when Jayde Dukette scored on assists from Taylor Hackett and Kennedy, then taking a 2-0 lead when Karli Casler scored on a Briana Savage assist.

The Hornets then rallied to score the next three goals on tallies by Brittany Minor (Meghan Sullivan assist), Kara Barber (Minor) and Meghan Sullivan.

Corrine Smith made 22 saves for the Hornets, while Tanner Stanton countered with 31 for the Bombers.

Middlebury 1, Saranac Lake 0 SARANAC LAKE — Abby Gleason scored the lone goal of the game for the Lady Tigers in the second period as the visitors from Vermont were able to outlast the Lady Red Storm Dec. 22.

Lindsay Reeve made 10 saves for the Storm.

Canton 5, Lake Placid 4 LAKE PLACID — A three goal third period gave Canton the advantage it would need to score a win over the Lady Blue Bombers Dec. 21.

Four different players tallied for the Bombers, with Morgan Meyer, Allie Chamberlain, Taylor Hackett and Jayde Dukette found the back of the net.

Dukette had a pair of assists in the game, while Hackett, Mia Kennedy and Briana Savage also recorded helpers.

Tanner Stanton made 22 saves in net.

GirlsÊ basketball AVCS 50, Saranac 33

CLINTONVILLE — The Lady Patriots used a 31-17 second half to pull away from the Lady Chiefs Dec. 23.

Madison McCabe led the Patriots with 17 points while Sydney Snow added 12, Tressa Loreman 7, Kourtney Keenan 4, Nia Blaise 4, Vanessa Garrow 3 and Leah Shay 3.

Emma Webster led the Chiefs with 14 points, along with 7 from Janyll Barber, 4 from Christina Bedard and Tricia Lottie, 3 from Victoria Bruno and 1 from Taylor Alexander.

Keene 37, Willsboro 26 KEENE VALLEY — The Keene varsity girls basketball team set the tempo to start each half, outscoring the Lady Warriors 13-7 in the first and 12-8 in the third to score a win Dec. 22.

Hanna Whitney led the Beavers with 19 points, while Elaina Smith scored 10, Marta Padura 4, Madison Gifford 2 and Caitlyn Lopez 2.

Payton Gough led the Warriors with 14 points with Trina Bigelow adding 7 and Taylor Bigelow 5.

ELCS 36, Chazy 28 CHAZY — The Lady Eagles struggled from the free throw line, missing 17 from the charity stripe in falling to the Lady Lions Dec. 22.

Emma Disogra and Faith Bona each scored 16 points for the Lions, while Myra Adams added 4.

Bailey Pepper led the Eagles with 15 points, while Lindsey Gilmore scored 4.

Mountainside 29, Lathom 12 SCHROON — Brianna Mieras scored 18 points as MCA defeated Lathom early last month.

Sarah Smith added 5 points, while Carrie Bresnehan, Ava Sotrman and Kaylee Hayden each scored 2 points.

BoysÊ basketball

Emma Disogra scored 16 points as the Elizabethtown-Lewis Lady Lions scored their first victory of the season against Chazy.

Eagles Dec. 28 as part of the Section VII/X Challenge at SUNY Potsdam.

Nick Wilson paced the Eagles with 13 points, while Kenney Mabry added 12.

PHS 56, Ticonderoga 53 PLATTSBURGH — While the Hornets and Sentinels each had 20-point quarters in the second half, it was the hosts from PHS who were able to make the most of their good fortune Dec. 22.

Dan Piper, Deantee Branham-Pizzaro and Andrew Cutaiar each scored 11 points in the win, while Mitch Senecal added 10, Oscar Kaye 8, Alex Follmer 3 and Stephen Bedard 2.

Evan Graney led the Sentinels with 18 points as Brett Mosier scored 13, Griffin Hughes 6, Brody Rocque 5, Ryan Trudeau 4, Colvin Chapman 4 and Ethan Thompson 3.

Seton Catholic 68, Lake Placid 40

AuSable Valley 54, Saranac 52

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SARANAC — The Patriots outscored the Chiefs 17-6 in the second quarter, holding on for a win Dec. 22.

Kobe Parrow scored 16 points in the win, while Nate Manning added 10, Joel Martineau 9, Lucas Perez 5, Landon Shay 4 and Dalton McDonald 1.

Austin Myers scored 15 points for the Chiefs, with Nick Mather scoring 12, Tyler Blair 11, Zach Faus 6, Logan Matthews 6 ad Zach LePage 2.

Beekmantown 51, Saranac Lake 46

POTSDAM — Kevin Murray led the Knights past St. Lawrence Dec. 28, scoring 20 points while recording 11 rebounds.

Tom Racette and Tristin Turner also recorded a double-doubles, with Racette scoring 16 with 13 rebounds while Turner had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Phillip Yang added 13 points.

BEEKMANTOWN — A 20-9 first quarter run would give the Eagles the lead it needed to get past the Red Storm Dec. 22.

Kenney Mabry scored 19 points for the Eagles, while Nick Wilson added 14 in the win.

Joe Viscardo scored 17 points in the loss, while Tanner Manning added 13 points and Mike Rice 8.

Potsdam 53, Beekmantown 38

Willsboro 66, ELCS 54

Seton Catholic 67, St. Lawrence 42

POTSDAM — The Sandstoners rolled their way past the

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quarter to pull past the Lions Dec. 22.

Jesse Hearn scored 26 points in the win, while Trevor Bigelow scored 9, Lucas Cross 8, Sean Lincoln 8, Zach Pierson 5, Warren Jackson 4, Matt Longware 4 and Max Longware 2.

Joel Morris led the Lions with 14 points, with Colden Blades adding 13, Trevor Brooks 11, Sam Huttig 9 and Koby Rider 7.

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Warriors used a 19-8 second

PLATTSBURGH — The Knights outscored the Blue Bombers in all six quarters on their way to vicory Dec. 22.

Kevin Murray scored 25 points for the Knights, while Tom Racette had 19 points and 15 rebounds while Sham also scored 19.

Blake Roy led the Bombers with 15 points, while Max Menkel scored 10, Stuart Baird 8, Cody Velenze 3, Keaton Craig 2 and Will Colby 2.

AuSable competes in season opener PLATTSBURGH — The Lady Patriots indoor track and field team finished sixth at the CVAC meet held at the Plattsburgh State Field House Saturday, Dec. 19.

Brinn Peck was third in each the 55 dash (7.6 seconds), 300 dash (47.3) and long jump (14-4.75). The 1600 relay of Hailey Christiansen, McKenna Christiansen. Paolina Emerson and Olivia Emerson was third in 5:23.4. The 3200 relay of Hetfield, Christiansen, Christiansen and Emerson was fourth in 12:41.3. Brianna Williams was fifth in the 55 hurdles in 10.8 seconds and sixth in the triple jump with 25-3. Hetfield was sixth in the 1,500 in 6:21.7. McKenna Christiansen was fifth in the 1,000 in 3:55.3.

The Patriots boy’s team was seventh with 33 points. The three relay teams each finished fourth. The 3,200 relay of Zachary Lawrence, Matthew Russom, Jacub Baer and Joe Forker ran 10:42.4. The 640 relay of Riley Smith, Taylor Whitcomb, Michael Guynup and Dylan Trombley ran 1:32.5.

The 1,600 relay of Lawrence, Whitcomb, Guynup and Forker ran 4:12.6. Forker was fifth in the 55 hurdles in 9.9. Russom was sixth in the 1,000 in 3:22.5. Eric Potthast was sixth in the triple jump with 27-8.75. Sky Hanf was sixth in the shot put with 31-2.

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REAL ESTATE DATE 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/17/15 12/18/15 12/18/15 12/18/15 12/18/15 12/18/15 12/18/15 12/21/15 12/22/15 12/22/15

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS Young Lyon Hardware and Flooring 1923 Saranac Ave. Lake Placid, NY 518-523-9855

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GRANTEE Kelly Frenyea and Jason Light Plattsburgh Wholesale Homes Inc Matthew Vaughn and Brittany Senecal Jon Oropallo Elizabeth Gonzalez Rovers Farm Inc Alfred Loka Michael Menard Michael and Meghan Southwick Peter and Laura Oliva William and Candice Eckler Travis Doner James Carter Derec Reinman Stephen Parker ELCO Properties LLC David Bernier B&B Properties Robert and Kathryn Wood Mousseau Properties LLC

LOCATION Saranac Ausable Beekmantown Ellenburg City of Plattsburgh Champlain Town of Plattsburgh Mooers Beekmantown Dannemora Town of Plattsburgh Ausable Peru Town of Plattsburgh City of Plattsburgh Town of Plattsburgh Schuyler Falls Champlain City of Plattsburgh City of Plattsburgh

PRICE $100,000 $10,000 $124,000 $30,000 $138,000 $350,000 $40,000 $101,000 $172,900 $180,000 $13,000 $98,940 $57,000 $3,500 $42,000 $200,000 $18,000 $25,000 $118,000 $83,000

ESSEX 12/17/15 Raymond Stark Yvonne Hazard St. Armand $1 12/17/15 Suzanne Medler Susan and Julia Babcock Willsboro $44,200 12/17/15 Margaret Rafferty Eric and Pamela Rafferty Ticonderoga $200,000 12/18/15 Edmund and Sandra Andrews Amanda Cafaro St. Armand $140,000 12/18/15 Gary and Leslie Anderson Thomas Carey Crown Point $175,000 12/21/15 Madeline Ciulla Samuel Ciulla Schroon $10 12/21/15 Michael Shea North Elba $200,000 NOTICE IS HEREBYKOTM GIV-LLC 12/21/15 Deandre Ivey and Josephine Wojewodzic Paul and Kathy Salerno Moriah $15,000 EN that an order entered 12/21/15 John Harland Moriah $1 by the Supreme Harland Court,Funeral Home Inc 12/21/15 Jessica Borho Frank Fowler Ticonderoga $74,900 Essex County, on the 12/21/15 Roger and Marchele Chase Erwin and Veronica Brace Newcomb $118,450 2nd day of December, 12/22/15 John Brennan and Albert Long Casey Orr Minerva $38,000 2015, bearing Index No. 12/22/15 David Koenig Ben Weinschenk Essex $100,000 CV15-0586, a copy of 12/22/15 Andrew Slack Naomi and William Hoffman Wilmington $325,000 NOTICE OF FORMATION which may be examined 12/22/15 Richard and Ruh Allen and Donna Schmidt Newcomb $260,000 OF A DOMESTIC LIMITat the office of theJohn Essex 12/23/15 PROPERTIES Gary McGinn and County Susan Burke Marcusatand Suzanne McGinn Schroon MDL Clerk, located ED LIABILITY $50,000 COMPANY 12/23/15WFL, Shirley Minerva Eliza- Nichols and Keegan Udice [LLC] Name: $83,000 Whiteface GROUP LLC, Ware Artset al 7559 Court Street,Brandon Nationstar Mortgage LLC bethtown, NY, Secretary grants of Housing & Urban Development Willsboro Holidays LLC.$10The Artiof 12/23/15 Org filed with SSNY

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CARLSTADT VENTURES LLC Booth Insurance AgencyNOTICE OF FORMATION 20 Brinkeroff St. of a domestic Limited Plattsburgh, NY Liability Company (LLC): 518-561-3290 DATE OF FORMATION: The Articles of OrganizaChauvin Agency tion were filed with the Champlain 518-298-2000New York State Secretary of State on NovemRouses Point- 518-297-6602 ber 19, 2015.

Plattsburgh- 518-562-9336 NEW YORK OFFICE LOCATION: Essex County AGENT FOR PROCESS: Northern Adjustment Bureau The Secretary of State is NY State Licensed & Bonded designated as Agent General Adjuster/ Public Adjuster upon whom process 518-563-4701 against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC to 1664 Greenbush Road, Charlotte, Vermont 05445.

LEGALS PURPOSE: To engage in CARLSTADT VENTURES any lawful act or activity.

LLC VN-11/28-01/02/2015NOTICE OF FORMATION 6TC-102376 of a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC): DATE OF FORMATION: The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on Novem- GNC, LLC A DOMESTIC ber 19, 2015.

LLC, filed with the SSNY NEW YORK OFFICE LO- on 11/17/2015. Office CATION: Essex County location: Essex County.

AGENT FOR PROCESS: SSNY is designated as The Secretary of State is agent upon whom prodesignated as Agent cess against the LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY against the LLC may be shall mail process to served. The Secretary of The LLC, 9 Gal Way, State shall mail a copy Willsboro, NY 12996. of any process against Purpose: Any lawful purthe LLC to 1664 Green- pose. bush Road, Charlotte, VN-12/05-01/09/2016Vermont 05445.

6TC-102941 PURPOSE: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

VN-11/28-01/02/20156TC-102376

GRANTOR Mary Ann Lefevre and Elizabeth Gregory Mary Williams and Melissa Gionet Christopher West Jeffrey and Sun Horne Mousseau Properties LLC Iva and Helene Guay Eleven Plattsburgh LLC Arlen and Timothy Garrand David and ara Lawrence Chazy Lake View Development LLC Kathleen Carey et al Jeanne LaVallee Rhonda Dergham James Keable and Stephen Flanagan Mary Lynch Saranac Central School District JP Morgan Chase Bank Federal Home Mortgage Corporation Timothy Carpenter et al Thomas Maggy

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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF IBME, LLC a domestic limited liability company. Art. of Org. filed with Sec'y of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/17/15. Office location: Essex County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of such process served upon it to IBME, LLC, P.O. Box 1923, Lake Placid, NY 12946. Purpose of LLC: To engage in any lawful activity.

VN-11/28-01/02/20166TC-102081

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a license 2201963 for beer, wineand liquor has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine and liquor at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 2375 Saranac Avenue Lake Placid, Essex County for on premises consumption. HCS Adventures, LLC dba Mis Amigos.

VN-12/26-01/02/20162TC-104859 MDL PROPERTIES GROUP WFL, LLC, Arts of Org filed with SSNY on 11/13/15. Off. Loc.: Essex County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 2276 Saranac Ave., Lake Placid, NY 12946. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act.

VN-12/12-01/16/20166TC-103567

on 11/13/15. Off. Loc.: Essex County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 2276 Saranac Ave., Lake Placid, NY 12946. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act.

VN-12/12-01/16/20166TC-103567

Avery Jule Potter-General the right to assume the name Avery Jule Potter. Avery Jule Potter-Generals present address is 43 Red Fox Drive, Jay, New York.

The date of Avery Jule Potter-Generals birth is March 16, 2015.

VN-01/02/2016-1TC105385

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an order entered by the Supreme Court, Essex County, on the 2nd day of December, 2015, bearing Index No. CV15-0586, a copy of which may be examined at the office of the Essex County Clerk, located at 7559 Court Street, Elizabethtown, NY, grants Avery Jule Potter-General the right to assume the name Avery Jule Potter. Avery Jule Potter-Generals present address is 43 Red Fox Drive, Jay, New York.

The date of Avery Jule Potter-Generals birth is March 16, 2015.

VN-01/02/2016-1TC105385

NORTH COUNTRY CREAMERY, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 11/20/15. Office: Essex County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, c/Ashlee K. Kleinhammer, 931 Mace Chasm Road, Keeseville, NY 12944. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

VN-12/12-01/16/20166TC-102943

Route 86 LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 11/19/15.

Office location: Essex County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 356 Canvasback Rd., Middletown, DE 19709. General purpose.

VN-11/28-01/02/20156TC-102447 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY [LLC] Name: Whiteface Holidays LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York [SSNY] on December 16, 2015. Office location: Essex County.

SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to Flink Smith Law LLC, 449 New Karner Road, Albany, New York 12205. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

VN-01/02-02/06/20166TC-105226

cles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York [SSNY] on December 16, 2015. Office location: Essex County.

SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to Flink Smith Law LLC, 449 New Karner Road, Albany, New York 12205. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

VN-01/02-02/06/20166TC-105226

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