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George Maffey, of Westport, raises the flag at the proposed site of the Westport Veteran’s Wall in Ballard Park on Sunday, July 5. Hundreds of residents and visitors gathered in the community over the weekend to celebrate the town’s bicentennial celebrations.

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Joe Hackett: Get those youngsters outside!

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Wild Walk takes visitors into the heart of the forest

By Pete DeMola pete@denpubs.com TUPPER LAKE Ñ A highly-anticipated new walkway at the Wild Center is now open, an experience that takes visitors deep into the heart of an Adirondack forest before bringing them up to the treeline.

ItÕ s an encounter that designers say is intended to transform the way visitors can see into the natural world by showcasing the perspective of the rest of nature, from earthbound critters to soaring eagles.

The $5.5 million project, nearly a decade in the making, was designed to fully immerse people in nature, explained Chip Reay, the projectÕ s designer.

Visitors make their way through a bird feeder alley before winding their way up the walk, which is supported by teepee-type poles and rails of white pine that mesh with the surrounding forest.

The incline is so gradual on the elevated trail, said a tour guide, it initially appears the poles are shrinking.

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The Kanienkehaka Kaianerehkowa Kanonhsesne: People of the Way of the Longhouse Akwesasne Men’s Council made a cultural appearance at the Wild Center in Tupper Lake (Kanienke) on Saturday, July 4 for the launch of the Wild Walk, the Wild Center’s new interactive outdoor walkway. Rarahkwisere, the Wolf Clan representative, and Bear Clan representatives Kanaretiio and Kanaseraka presented a tree planting ceremony and delivered comments to a crowd of hundreds, issuing thanks to the earth, but also reminding attendees to continue to be good stewards of the environment.

ESSEX Ñ William J. Morgan, the Essex town clerk who was arrested on a pair of child pornography charges earlier this year, pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to produce pornography on June 26, the US Attorney’s Office announced on Monday.

The guilty plea is part of an agreement in which Morgan waived his right to a jury trial and ends one phrase of a lengthy federal sting operation that began in September 2014.

Federal prosecutors said if the case went to trial, the government would have proven Ò beyond a reasonable doubtÓ through credible and admissible evidence that Morgan used a series of aliases to convince minors to engage in sexually explicit acts through social media sites.

Court documents released on Monday revealed a wealth of lurid new details regarding the sophisticated operation designed to take unwitting victims through a labyrinth of perversion.

Morgan, 35, used at least four online handles Ñ Raven, Carson, Gabbygirl and Wheeler22 Ñ to entice children into sexual activity through live camera web videos.

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NCSPCA preps Mutt Strut LAKE PLACID Ñ The North Country SPCA and Tri-Lakes Humane Society will be hosting their second annual Mutt Strut 5K Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, July 12.

The casual, dog-friendly event will start and finish at the Olympic Oval in Lake Placid.

The 5K course follows Main Street through the village of Lake Placid and around Mirror Lake.

Registration will begin at 9 a.m. and the run, which is untimed, will start at 10 a.m. The tax-deductible registration fee is $25 the day of the event and $20 in advance.

To pre-register for the event, email jhartley@ncspca.org.

The Mutt Strut is open to all Ð including leashed four-legged family members!

Participants will receive a free race t-shirt and snacks will be available at the start and finish. The event is rain or shine and all proceeds will benefit two local, no-kill animal shelters. Ò WeÕ re thrilled to be teaming up once again with Tri-Lakes Humane Society for the Mutt Strut,Ó said Jessica Hartley, executive director of the North Country SPCA. Ò Last yearÕ s event was great fun and this year will be even better. ItÕ s a wonderful opportunity to promote animal adoption and engage the community in a fun, family event.Ó Ò And weÕ re excited to be partnering again with the North Country SPCA to raise awareness of the services we offer, including our Spay/Neuter Voucher Programs for families with pets who canÕ t otherwise afford to get their pets spayed or neutered,Ó said Melinda Little, president of the Tri-Lakes Humane Society.

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American flavor descends on the Olympic village I Love BBQ and Music Festival serves up food, music and more to benefit the Shipman Youth Center

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andrew@denpubs.com LAKE PLACID Ñ The rich smell of barbecue, mingling with bluegrass tunes, drifted through the air. Children ran about, shouting and waving signs in a bid to draw salivating visitors to family cooking stations.

Were it not for the Winter Olympic backdrop, the scene felt like one below the Mason-Dixon line.

Barbecue may be southern in its roots, but the sounds and fare at the I Love BBQ and Music Festival in Lake Placid July 3-5 felt every bit American. Ò ItÕ s the real American food,Ó said Dmitry Feld, general manager of the event.

Moving quickly in a pair of red, white and blue Timberland boots, the USA Luge marketing manager and former luge coach spoke with myriad competitors and volunteers as the pulled pork taste-off loomed.

SHIPMAN YOUTH CENTER Speaking in a Russian accent, Feld described with enthusiasm an event that has raised about $180,000 for the Shipman Youth Center while bringing some 50,000 barbecue-enthusiasts to the Olympic Oval over the past 10 years.

The center, which serves 10- to 18-year-olds in the area, was inspired by Thomas Shipman, a police officer who had always wanted such a facility before passing away at 39. Feld, also the board president for the non-profit organization, said that it takes roughly $100,000 a year to operate the center, and the barbecue festival has become a major fundraiser.

It opened its doors in 1999, and after six years of funding primarily through grants, the I Love BBQ and Music Festival was born. Ò ItÕ s one huge family event,Ó said Feld, the self-proclaimed godfather of barbecue. He went on to outline a growing event thatÕ s evolved to include a BMX bike exhibition and, making its debut this year, a motorcross jumping show. Hundreds of musical draws have cycled through, including 19 different acts over three days this past weekend, and the nation has taken notice.

The Kansas City Barbecue Society (KSBS) ranked the Lake Placid festival was one of the top-20 events out of over 450 around the country while Delish.com and Rachael Ray have also called it one of the best.

The festival is a labor of a handful of entities, explained Fell, including the town, village, high school, Olympic Regional Development Authority and USA Luge, which donates organizational help in the form of office hours. Paul SmithÕ s College also put up $20,000 in scholarship money to junior medal winners.

QUAU Thirty-one teams entered competition this year, including one of AmericaÕ s best barbecuing duos.

Mike and Beth Wozniak are the two behind team Quau — what Mike called a “bastardization of barbecue and luauÓ Ñ took a moment outside their specially-equipped trailer on the backside of the oval to talk barbecue. Ò It truly is an American food. ItÕ s a wonderful cuisine,Ó Mike said. Ò ItÕ s making cheap cuts tender and delectable.Ó It took the two some time to outline their barbecue success. In 2010, Quau won the KCBS Team of the Year award, besting over 7,000 teams with their year’s worth of event finishes in the four main categories brisket, chicken, pork and ribs. To top it off, that same year they also nabbed grand championship status at the Jack DanielÕ s World Championship Invitational Barbecue.

The Illinois couple has been barbecuing for 15 years, entering nearly 500 contests on their way to 73 grand championships, a Kingsford Championship, and second- through fourthplace finishes in the American Royal.

Their recipe for success? There doesnÕ t seem to be one. Ò There are no real secrets,Ó Mike said from a camping chair adjacent to a trailer equipped with all their barbecuing hardware. Ò ItÕ s cooking the meat well.Ó He went on to describe the art of barbecue, a cooking style thatÕ s easily confused with grilling but much different. The different cuts of meat are cooked with indirect heat and cooked over an extended period of time, giving it its hallmark tenderness when all is said and done.

Rather than going overboard with delicate spices and sauces early on Ñ they often get burned off during the cook — he said the flavoring trick comes in the final 15 minutes, when he adds either custom sauces, commercial ones

Caitie, Michaela, Stephanie and Olivia lobby for visitors at the I Love BBQ and Music Festival to stop and try pulled pork served up by the Dr. Butts BBQ team out of Selkirk, N.Y. The team later took third place for their N.Y. strip steak in the three-day festival that benefits the Youth Shipman Center in Lake Placid.

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or a mix of the two.

He went on to characterize the fare as the most American of foods, a cooking style that originated in the Caribbean before becoming adopted by impoverished African Americans in the southern US. Though accounts of barbecue history vary, including the origin of the word, the main driver behind the cooking style was to make tender the cheaper and tougher cuts of meat. Now, barbecue is gaining traction around the world, Mike explained, from Europe to Australia.

Competitive barbecuing has taken the Wozniaks around the country, from California to the Jersey Shore, and theyÕ ve attended events in 32 different states.

They adjust their style based on geography Ñ dry versus wet, slices versus chunks Ñ and often cap off competitions by giving the meat away. In Dylan, Colorado, billed as the highest in elevation at nearly two miles above sea level, butane lighters wouldnÕ t work and they had to pump double the oxygen into the cooker.

Any advice for an aspiring barbecuer? Become a judge instead, Mike said Ñ itÕ s cheaper and you still get to eat. But if thatÕ s a no-go, he went on, start with a big RV. He and Beth ended up buying several, each larger than the last, over their decade-plus of competitive cooking.

Quau finished the Lake Placid event second overall, taking reserve champion honors behind only Smokin’ Hoggz BBQ of Massachusets, the

2011 Jack DanielÕ s champions. Ò ItÕ s been a big part of our life now for a long time,Ó Mike said. Ò ItÕ s a hobby thatÕ s gotten way out of hand.Ó

To register, visit Adirondack North Country AssociationÕ s website at www.adirondack.org. For more information about reg-

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BARBECUE BLUES From pulled pork that melted in the mouth to fall-off-the-bone ribs (FeldÕ s favorite), teams squared off over all three days of the event.

In addition to the four main categories, teams also turned up the heat for pizza, N.Y. strip steak, chix, fatty and the NEBS Grilling and BBQ bash.

During the tasting events, competitors offered $3 dollar samples and a piece of paper on which guests would rate the food. Shouts to stop at a particular pit bounced around the oval. At one, four young girls Ñ Caitie, Michaela, Stephanie and Olivia, of Selkirk, N.Y. Ñ asked a reporter to stop by Dr. Butts BBQ. Ò How is it?Ó asked one as the pulled pork went from sampling cup to stomach. Ò Delicious.Ó The four squealed with delight.

Meanwhile, the George Kilby Jr. Duo, with Kilby on acoustic guitar and Phil Wiggins jamming on the harmonica, took a break in their blues performance to address the barbecuesampling listeners over the microphone. Ò Enough of this music. We need ribs.Ó

Common Ground forum to focus on building vibrant communities LONG LAKE Ñ Community leaders, innovative entrepreneurs and Adirondack citizens will gather here on Wednesday, July 15 to discuss constructive ways to enhance the quality of life in communities across the region.

The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) Forum assembles engaged residents from across the Adirondack Park and the North Country for one day each year to talk about strategies and actions that aim to create a viable future for the region. In recent years, the forum has produced real results, including the Adirondack Futures scenario work led by Jim Herman and Dave Mason, as well as last yearÕ s updated Blueprint for the Blue Line, a set of legislative priorities for the Adirondack Park for 2015 and beyond.

This yearÕ s theme is Ò Building Vibrant Communities.Ó The forum will kick off with remarks

by New York State Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul, followed by a panel of young Adirondack professionals who will discuss the opportunities and challenges of living and working in the Park.

The bulk of the agenda is dedicated to workgroup sessions that feature a variety of topics: • recipes for attractive and livable hamlets • creating a regional trail-town initiative • using the ParkÕ s assets to attract investment • working families within the Blue Line • schools as centers of community • cultivating communities through local food • the Adirondack response to climate change • funding community drinking water and wastewater infrastructure terrestrial invasive species

The forum will conclude with comments by state lawmakers.

The 2015 CGA Forum will take place at the Sabattis Pavilion in Long Lake. Registration is $30, and $20 for students; cost includes coffee and lunch.

The 2015 Spirit of Place Art Show and Silent Auction is slated for takeoff at the Westport Heritage House. Now in its eighth year, 34 artists are participating, with one corner of this year’s show dedicated in memory of Ruth Rumney, whose family has contributed numerous works. A Meet the Artists reception will be held on July 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Westport Heritage House.

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Family key to longevity, says centenarian

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pete@denpubs.com WILLSBORO Ñ Audrey Ò AudeyÓ Dickerson leaned back in her chair and smiled as the sounds of digital camera shutters clicked all around her.

Within minutes, the roomful of well-wishers had shot dozens of photos.

Video, too.

Back in 1913, when Dickerson was born, she would have had to sit patiently through a painstaking process for just one shot.

But now, the pictures were uploaded to Facebook and zipped around to her extended family before she even had a chance to blow out the candles on her cupcakes. Ò I feel no different than I did at 50,Ó said Dickerson, the Willsboro resident who was born four months after US President Woodrow Wilson took office (and turned 50 just months before the death of another, John F. Kennedy.)

Dickerson lives at the Champlain Valley Senior Community, the converted schoolhouse in Willsboro where she attended classes nearly a century ago.

At 102, sheÕ s the oldest resident and the oldest alumni.

Class of 1933.

She had the highest average one year, she said, nodding approvingly.

Ò There isnÕ t anybody living who can prove her wrong,Ó said Sue Swires, a relative.

Born in Reber, Audrey was the second oldest of 9.

She helped raise her siblings. Ò When you have a family of 11, you canÕ t sit and read a lot,Ó she recalled.

The little ones took baths in a dishpan in birth order. Ò She had to go after all the grubby boys,Ó joked Swires.

Following her high school graduation, Dickerson got a job working for General Electric.

During WWII, she did a year on the assembly line, making equipment for the wartime effort.

Once the war was over, she moved to Schenectady and spent 35 years in the accounting department before retiring and lived in Scotia until 1997, when she decided to return to Essex County.

WhatÕ s the secret to longevity? Ò I didnÕ t get married, for one thing,Ó said the centenarian. Ò Evidently, I didnÕ t have any kids.Ó How about advice? Ò Enjoy yourself,Ó she said. Ò Enjoy your family.Ó Everyone beamed.

At right: Audrey “Audey” Dickerson celebrated her 102st birthday on July 1, 2015 at the Champlain Valley Senior Community in Willsboro.

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Hell driver thrill show, truck demolition derby to headline Essex County Fair

WESTPORT Ñ This yearÕ s installment of the Essex County Fair is slated for Aug. 12-16.

This yearÕ s theme? Ò There is no udder fair like this.Ó The cow shows, said the fairÕ s secretary, have a new superintendent, Martha Hayward, who has planned numerous demonstrations and activities, including a beef show.

Due to avian flu, New York is banning any bird entries from other states to help prevent the spread to local flocks. As such, organizers are asking for entries of pigs, sheep, rabbit, goats and other small animals.

EVENT LINEUP This yearÕ s event includes a professional hell driver thrill show, figure 8 car races and a new truck demolition derby, including a counterpart for kids.

Other events include a variety of truck pulls, including street legal, lawn tractor and farm tractor installments, as well as a car and minivan demolition derby.

Organizers are on the lookout for contestants for the Fair Idol Contest. Interested parties should sign up and bring two soundtracks. Prizes will be awarded to youth, teen and adult cat-

egories and an opportunity to later perform at the Great New York State Fair.

Younger ones may enter the Miss and Mr. Maple Contest, a beauty contest that contains awards across several categories.

Additional attractions include Merriloons the Clown and a pair of new ground shows: The Wild World of Animals and Rhinestone Roper.

These family shows will run thrice daily, while a new carnival is slated to promise a variety of rides, all of which are included in the $12 gate admission.

FOOD AND BEER Local beer and wine will again be available at the north end of the fairgrounds. Local food vendors will have a presence throughout the grounds, while the sugar house will be open for business. Vendors and not-for-profit agencies will again fill Floral Hall.

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Grange moves forward but keeps eye on past during centennial run-up

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historical exhibits, which will be installed this fall.

Over time, the organization aims to create a permanent historical exhibit.

Beneng hopes preserving some of the unique personal stories about the building will give people a vivid sense of the historical context in which Grange chapters were formed and motivated rural people to improve their quality of life.

pete@denpubs.com WHALLONSBURG Ñ Once you acclimate after entering the comfortable dimness of this venerable old wooden farm building, youÕ ll notice a photo while scanning the history-steeped walls: A black and white shot of well-dressed folks Ñ some dancing, others observing, taken sometime in the 1950s.

Some things just donÕ t change at the Whallonsburg Grange.

ThatÕ s the concept underpinning their centennial year: Moving forward while also looking back. Ò WeÕ re both looking back historically and looking forward to see how to build on and develop in the future,Ó said Grange President Andrew Buchanan.

Since 1915, this building has played a crucial role at the country crossroads between Westport and Essex; itÕ s a place where farmers organized and discussed the economic and social aspects of farming.

ItÕ s where they danced during the good times and commiserated during the bad.

And itÕ s where they planned for their futures.

That tradition continues today as the building continues to host many of the same events and functions as it did for most of its history Ñ from square dancing to pickling sessions where residents come and prepare the summer harvest together.

The observances, which will culminate with a bash this September, have been broken into three main areas.

SPEAKING OUT Grange officials decided to embark on an oral history project, collecting interviews from people whoÕ ve been members of the fraternal organization, have had family here or spent a lot of time in the building growing up, explained the organization’s office

HOPES & REPAIRS

The Whallonsburg Grange in Essex is preparing a series of summer events to celebrate their centennial year. Pictured above: Local residents gather at the Grange for a square dance sometime during the 1950s.

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manager, Stephanie Beneng.

Staffers are in the process of reaching out to the community to find memorabilia to display, working closely with town historian Shirley LaForest.

“It’s amazing how much is out there,” said Beneng, citing items like tickets for lyceum lectures, concerts and handwritten speeches delivered at meetings and celebrations.

TheyÕ ve also partnered with Lakes to Locks and the Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership to acquire two outdoor

Grangers have launched a crowdfunding campaign to assist with some of the buildingÕ s more pressing issues, including a major roof repair and a new paintjob.

TheyÕ re nearly there, having raised 80 percent of their desired $10,000.

Beneng said any improvement to the building, which is the focal point of the hamlet, is a boost for community morale. Ò ItÕ s going to look fantastic,Ó said Buchanan.

The third element is to envision the next century of the buildingÕ s future.

In the run-up to September, Grange officials will pepper the populace for feedback on what works and what doesnÕ t, from the aforementioned canning workshops at the community kitchen to lectures and film screenings.

Beneng highlighted the volunteer staff as critical for future services. Ò If thereÕ s something we want to see happen, we can get involved and make it happen,Ó she said. Ò If we all take good care of this building and of our relationships with each other, the Hall will be here ready for each successive generation to fill it with their own ideas and energy.Ó Want to donate? Contributions to the centennial fund can be made via PayPal. Visit thegrangehall.info to make it happen. Alternatively, you can send a check through snail mail: PO Box 54, Essex, NY 12936.

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A rising tide lifts all boats

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o fast food workers deserve higher wages?

A panel assembled by the New York State Department of Labor unanimously determined last month that fast food employees deserve a significant wage increase.

The decision has sparked a heated debate across social media about who deserves what in American society.

How did we get here?

In the wake of fast food industry protests, earlier this spring Gov. Andrew Cuomo directed the labor department to create a three-person panel to study fast food wages in the state.

While the group has concluded that an increase is necessary, they have not yet made their full recommendation as to how extensive that increase should be.

The board is scheduled to meet on July 13 to continue its deliberations before an official decision is reached.

From there, the governorÕ s labor commissioner will either accept, reject, or modify the recommendation.

One of the board members said the wage should be set at a minimum of $15 an hour, Ò the lowest self-sufficiency standard in the state.”

The other two agree that the raise should be Ò substantial,Ó but should not lead to layoffs.

Although it should come as no surprise that fast food workers are underpaid, this figure has sparked outrage among those who believe those jobs not to be worth $15 an hour.

Our question is: Why? Why should anyone who puts in an honest weekÕ s work have to struggle to keep a roof over their head and food on their table?

The board concluded that 60 percent of fast food workers are enrolled in at least one public assistance program. A significant increase in their wages would lift this burden from the taxpayers and place it deservingly upon the shoulders of employers instead who can unquestionably afford to pay it Ñ in this industry, at least.

For instance, the CEO of McDonaldÕ s earns $9,247 an hour, compared to the average employee wage of $7.73.

Why should those at the top rung of the fast food ladder force it upon the taxpayer to keep their employees alive while they hoard a mountain of wealth to which they arenÕ t entitled?

It has been proven time and time again in a litany of academic studies, including the labor departmentÕ s research, that New YorkÕ s minimum wage of $8.75 per hour is far from a living wage, and that, had the minimum wage kept up with the rate of inflation over the years, it would have increased to just over $20 per hour by 2012.

So, to those who maintain the argument that fast food workers should not see an increase that raises

their pay above that of nurses or military personnel Ñ youÕ re right. No one in the country should be making less than $20 per hour.

But they are.

Now is the time for a rising tide to lift all boats.

In previous decades, a family in which both parents earned a minimum wage salary or slightly above could afford to make essential expenditures such as housing costs, food, vehicle payments, insurance and healthcare costs, all with cash left over for vacations and non-essential purchases.

This stability is nonexistent for minimum wage employees today.

The wage board has heard reports from dozens of workers who say they struggle to pay these everyday living expenses at the current minimum Ñ which is set to raise to $9 per hour at yearsÕ end, although, according to the workers, this will be of little help in making ends meet.

Providing a living wage to our fast food workers, and eventually to all minimum wage employees, will endow the working class with spending power that will undoubtedly result in a necessary shot in the arm for the economy.

A family who once relied on government assistance just to put dinner on their table could afford to shop for groceries at a farmersÕ market rather than Wal-Mart, or eat at a local restaurant once a week Ñ maybe take a yearly vacation.

As it stands right now, these would-be consumers are making little contribution to the economy outside of essential spending.

Missing out on this revenue hurts everyone Ñ local business especially.

This increase is not charity; itÕ s what these workers are owed. It’s significantly less than what theyÕ re owed, in fact.

Lifting these workers above the poverty line will allow them to re-claim a middle-class identity, which, in addition to allowing for them to make greater contributions to the economy, would provide them with a sense of financial stability which would afford them more time for volunteerism and participation in charitable causes.

The American middle class is all but nonexistent, and its continued shrinkage will certainly be the death of small business, not, as some would suggest, the prospect of having to shell out fair compensation to employees.

If wages remain stagnant while the cost of living increases, no one will be able to afford to patronize small businesses, and the working class will continue to seek cheaper alternatives, further widening the seemingly endless chasm between the upper and working class.

We support this long-overdue increase to the minimum wage. Ñ Denton Publications Editorial Board, Dan Alexander, Keith Lobdell and John Gereau

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Barking up the wrong tree

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doctors, CPAÕ s and others fall recall vividly my father into this class. While they may pointing out on many not have hiring or firing responoccasions as I grew up; sibilities they are responsible for Ò Money doesnÕ t grow on trees, the quality of the work they person!Ó form and the efficiency at which It was no wonder I heard his they produce it. voice echoing in my head last The best way to think of both week when President Obama the manager and professional announced a new rule under level is, while this is a paid the Fair Labor Standards Act Dan Alexander position, it is truly a form of that would designate who is an Thoughts from higher education. Students pay Ò exempt employeeÓ who canBehind the Pressline unthinkable amounts to attend not claim overtime for working college and yet the after-class more than 40 hours a week. work, on their own, is still required to earn a Currently, certain salaried workers who make degree. The student is free to work as hard as more than the current federal minimum of they can to earn the very best grades so as to $23,660 are not eligible to claim overtime wages. graduate with honors, all in the hopes of landThe PresidentÕ s proposed rule would raise that ing a career in their field of choice. Sadly there threshold to $50,440 per year for those workers now exempt from overtime benefits. While is no guarantee that they will find a job in their chosen field to repay the cost of the education many workers already qualify for overtime, some salaried workers whose annual earnings they just earned. Nonetheless, that is the gamble they take choosing that college or that education exceed the $23,660 are considered exempt because they are designated as management, ad- major.

Life can be just as much a risk working in a ministrative or professional personnel. small business. There is only so much money to On the surface that may not sound fair to exclude anyone who works over the 40 hour limit, be spread around for the educational developso let me put the issues into perspective; at least ment of personnel. When an employee demonstrates both a willingness to learn and the inifrom a small business perspective and a persontiative to accept more responsibility they agree al career perspective.

An exempt manager/administrator must to move up into a role that provides them these opportunities to further develop those skills that have the right to both hire and fire the personnel benefit both the employer and employee. under their supervision. Typically it is my exI personally benefited from several such roles perience that managers earning this amount or as I found ways to expand my knowledge in slightly above that amount are generally middle several fields before landing in the newspaper level managers. In any form of organization or industry. Life is a competition both with yourgroup anyone serious about their career or fuself and with those who seek the same goals as ture standing in the organization, welcomes the you do. I was given opportunities at a young responsibility, confidence and freedom that’s been given to them to showcase their skills and age not because I was a proven commodity, but because I showed sufficient promise that made dedication to the organization.

They welcome it not because they are happy it more likely an employer would consider taking a risk on me. The burden was mine to prove. to be considered exempt and now can be taken President ObamaÕ s proposal, while well advantage of by the organization, but because meaning, will discourage this learning process this new role provides them the opportunity for and at the same time add another impediment advancement by allowing them to freely demon an already struggling free enterprise system. onstrate their initiative and prove their value to The best example I can provide just took place the organization. In most cases they are responsible not only for managing the hours of those over the last few weeks as the region and the world desperately sought information on the they supervise but to manage their own hours escaped convicts. Reporters are considered proand work efficiently. fessionals. A number of our staff members spent The same holds true for a professional exempt worker whose chosen career is generally built by honing their skill sets through time beCONTINUED ON PAGE 17 fore perfecting their craft. Reporters, attorneys,

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Letters to the Editor

No one came to EMS open house

To the Editor: My child lay on the ground screaming in pain after falling from the tree. Ò My arm, my arm,Ó she cried.

I could see her twisted wrist!

We called 911 for the ambulance and for what seemed like an eternity, we waited for help. But no one came!

NO ONE CAME! This is a story. But a real similar event happened on June 22 and 23 when the Elizabethtown-Lewis Ambulance Squad had an open house to educate the public of their history (45 years!) and their future.

NO ONE CAME! No one came on June 22 and three came on June 23.

The gathering was informative and thoughtful of our times.

Due to budget cuts (2 percent caps in townships) and multiple cost increases, our superior ambulance system no longer is supported financially as in past years.

Yes, they will have their annual fund drive, and soon a flyer in your local paper will explain their goals and needs. But as a community, I feel we need to do more, in town budgets and our donations to prioritize this service.

The volunteers, who freely gave so much of their personal time, including the training and encouragement of junior members who are still in high school, keep themselves updated and educated in this field and are constantly on the go in their service to you and yours.

They are our family members, our neighbors, our fellow workers... our community!

So please consider deeper commitment for this service.

Keep your staff informed, not only through community fundraisers, but your town board meetings as well.

In addition, I would like to mention the squadÕ s high priority is to continue teaching folks in our community CPR and that they are always looking for new members.

For more information on the community CPR classes, contact Lisa at 873-2212. For more information on volunteering, contact Patty at car3ofa@ gmail.com or 873-3699.

Suzie Dubay, Lewis

E-town library announces summer hours

To the Editor: The Elizabethtown-Lewis Library Association is pleased to announce an expansion of our service hours. This expansion is only possible because of the ongoing support of the towns of Elizabethtown and Lewis, the generous donations of our patrons, and the volunteers who help us keep our costs in check.

We thank you all.

Our new hours are Monday from 11 to 5 p.m.; Wednesday from 11 to 5 p.m.; Thursday from 10 to 1:30 p.m.; Friday from 11 to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 5 p.m.

Lora Langston, Director Elizabethtown-Lewis Library Association

More gun control?

To the Editor: This is a response to your PublisherÕ s Column on Saturday, June 27, News Enterprise on gun restrictions. If I thought for a moment that there was (and I wish there were) a way to put logical Ò headsÓ together on both sides to try to solve the issues at hand, IÕ d do it in a minute.

However, all one, that knows the facts, has to witness is Schummer, Bloomberg, and Hillary putting forth lies and misinformation thru the use of their power, to try to totally disarm us, and we know thatÕ s not going to happen. If we got involved with them we would certainly come out on Ô the short end of the stickÕ ! They are ruthless, bald faced liars-- period!

There are countless statistics and facts that prove gun control does not work. Just look into the C.D.C. That Bill Clinton commissioned to prove just that. When it came out the opposite of what he wanted, it was never published-- hmmmm?

The Federal (N.I.C.K.S) background checks have been in place for many years. Yet they are pushing for more background checks? Why? They have not done a thing to prevent these shootings or gun violence?

The general public is under the impression that you can just go into a gun shop and purchase a gun -- you can not! Yet this stuff continues.

Why, because they are not addressing the real issues. Guns are not the issue only one of many means to carry out the crimes. If looked into, you’ll find that most were illegal or stolen. Adam Lanza over in Connecticut, tried to buy a gun and could not. They lied about that shooting telling everyone that he used a AR-15 which he did not! The misinformation stayed mainstream news, yet the truth never did?-- Why? If you could totally disarm the general public, it would do nothing to stop these crimes. This is evidenced in England where they confiscated everyoneÕ s guns and the crime rates soared. They have some of the highest murder rates in the world!

It is easiest for a politician to appease the public by simply passing another law or bill, instead of putting the real effort into fixing the problem.

Back in the early pioneer days, with these brave explorers trying to settle an untamed wilderness, they were on constant alert from roving bandits and Indians who could attack at anytime, they kept loaded guns around all the time to protect themselves and their families. They didnÕ t have to go unlock a safe (if they existed of course) or theyÕ d be dead. There was no cry about kids and guns, because these kids were taught about them.

As strange as it sounds, we are worse off than they were. Due to just the shear numbers of people now and the druggies that would kill someone for just about anything to get more, or unscrupulous criminals who are just plain too lazy to get a job and on and on. We need to be able to protect ourselves now more than ever. Some drug maniac comes crashing thou the front door what do you do? Ask him to wait a minute until you unlock your gun? One of the biggest problems today is just the plain Ô ol lack of common sense. Too many people have lost touch with reality and are easily led by politicians.

The media is a HUGE source of one sided editorials and total lack of impartiality. It is so obvious to us when we see article after article and show after show all displaying the one sided argument at disarmament and attempts at more gun control, that they are being controlled by per-

sons with the same agenda as the politicians. WhereÕ s the news thatÕ s out there showing where an armed patron stopped a shooting or saved someone? ThatÕ s not news? You may see it in a tiny blip somewhere but it certainly doesnÕ t make mainstream where all the negative part does. As far as IÕ m concerned itÕ s very clear what I see and thatÕ s the brainwashing of America. And we are supposed to sit down with these people and try to work out a solution? This is the main reason we are not giving another inch in terms of more gun control. We tried and all they want is more and more and to no avail.

IÕ ll end with a simple question: if gun control does not work (and that is a fact) why then would these untrustworthy politicians keep pushing for more & more? Look back thru history for your answer.

Jeff Canton Long Lake

Down with greenie dictatorship!

To the Editor: The latest press release of the so-called Adirondack Council is pure bull. They continue to press for extinction of the Adirondack towns and villages by banning all jobs, businesses and industry throughout the Adirondacks.

They continue to demand the destruction of all private property and to ban outdoor recreation on state lands. They have destroyed our wildlife habitat and food sources. They are responsible for the poisoning of over 3,000 waters and the murder of our brook trout strains.

Anyone with common sense knows that the pines and hemlocks of the forest preserve are causing the damage to our waters. Remember the tanning industry and what they used in their process.

They continue to lie about Article XIV verbiage which states that all forest preserve lands shall be WILD FOREST lands, Not Ò forever wild.Ó They continue to oppose all access to state lands by our disabled veterans, wounded warriors, elderly, and all others less than physically fit.

They demand the entire forest preserve be kept only for their elitistsÕ greenie scum. They close all roads to lock the general public out. They continue to destroy the economies of the local towns, ban snowmobiling, ban ATVs, ban horses, ban all access except for hikers, and ban year-round tourism.

They oppose all jobs, businesses, and industry.

The time is long overdue to amend Article XIV and restrict all forest preserve lands to those lands above 3,000 feet elevation.

All lands below 3,000 feet elevation shall be returned to the local township in which they are located. The town shall decide how these lands shall be used, for recreation, jobs, etc.

It is time our local officials and legislators stood up for the people who elected them, not these foreign greenie scum.

Time for them to demand every cent in the Environmental Protection Fund and every penny of the Real Estate Transfer Tax be use for the betterment of their local community; not for purchasing more lands.

Time to restrict the forest preserve, abolish the APA, and allow the people of the Adirondacks to live and work here without this dictatorship by greenies.

Don Sage, Schroon Lake

Controversial ideas of right to bear arms

To the Editor: The people of Warren County were recently given an inside look at the workings of a judicial mind. At about the same time, they were afforded a like opportunity to see the mental gymnastics of an editorial mind upon a similar topic. Both addressed the controversial subject of the right to bear arms. When one follows the Adirondack trails of revolutionary history, it is curious that both thoughts were produced among them.

First, the readers of the Thursday, June 25, issue of The Chronicle got to see a jurist construe a law with a bent towards a preferred interpretation, in disregard of a plain meaning. On the subject of unrestricted, concealed carry pistol permits, Warren County Judge John Hall, responding to a complaint of judicial legislating stated, Ò New York Penal Law Sec. 400.00(2)(f) prevents a judge from issuing an unrestricted license except Ô when proper cause exists for the issuance thereofÕ Ó (Emphasis added). Actually, the Penal Code requires that such a license Ò shall be issuedÉ when proper cause existsÉ Ó Rather than prohibit, the law mandates; it imposes an obligation where there otherwise is invested judicial discretion.

Secondly, the readers of an editorial opinion in the Friday, June 26, Lake George Mirror were given a chance look at how an opinion on a legal subject might be swayed by philosophical leanings. Criticizing Assemblyman Dan StecÕ s vote against legislation that would mandate that guns in a private home be kept under lock and key, the Mirror opined that the U.S. Constitution does not guaranty a right of privacy commensurate with the Second Amendment right to bear arms.

The curious thing about both contentions is that they appear based upon a belief that the drafters of the Constitution, having just fought a long, arduous and bloody revolutionary war against a tyrannical government would have intended to create a new nation in which only the government would have arms, and the sanctity of oneÕ s home might be intruded upon by imperious fiat.

How is it that such thinking might be found upon revolutionary trails running from Ticonderoga to Saratoga? These thoughts are more in tune with an eastern European legal system where, unless something is permitted, it is not allowed. They have no place within the western legal system, confirmed by our Constitution, where everything is allowed unless it is prohibited.

The Constitution guaranties that the enumerated rights and liberties allowed among free men might not be denied to them by their government. Yet these thinkers would contend that those rights do not exist unless permitted by the government in the first instance, so that the government might also prohibit them at its will.

To such thinkers, there is no Ò proper causeÓ for the possession of concealed firearms, because the cause of life and liberty is not permitted.

There is no right to privacy, because a free man is not permitted the sanctity of his home, let alone his person.

The people of Warren County do not often get such Ò inside the mindÓ civic lessons, and one might wonder what might be learned from them.

If nothing more, perhaps they will search their own minds for the lessons of their Adirondack schooling. Perhaps they will recognize how fragile their rights and liberties are against those who would confound and obfuscate, who would prohibit when freedom would allow.

Edward Pontacoloni Lake George

How’s the weather?

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hen we canÕ t think of anything else to jaw about, the weather is always a good topic. Ò Nice day,Ó we say when we meet a friend in the post office. They either agree or they don’t.

I guess IÕ m one of those people with a malleable mindset. If itÕ s sunny and warm, Kaye and I get outside. If itÕ s miserable, we sit on our deck with a cup of Joe and watch the world along

by Gordie Little the Saranac River.

WeÕ ve had more than our fair share of rain this year. The riverbank and lawns are verdant and lush. The garden veggies and flowers are finally thriving without having to unreel the water hose to give them constant squirts.

Greenery between our back fence and the river grew so fast and furious that I once again risked life and limb to chop it down after it began to obstruct our view. I did it when Kaye was at her exercise class so she wouldnÕ t fret.

She has good reason. Those river bank rocks have been treacherous and I am not without the scars to prove it.

ThereÕ s an old North Country saying: Ò If you donÕ t like the weather, just wait a minute.Ó That has certainly been true this year. 80s one day and 50s the next. IÕ m always up by around 5 a.m. and Kaye is not far behind. Our steaming cups of coffee are sipped as we drink in the splendor supplied by Mother Nature. Flora and fauna everywhere you look. The Great Blue Heron (we call it Ò Big BirdÓ ), ducks and geese, ospreys and a plethora of smaller winged creatures that please our eyes and ears.

Of course woodchucks, raccoons, rabbits, mink, skunks and miscellaneous other critters add to the mix and often the grief. We love to hear the first birdsong of the day, offered by an overzealous robin on the lawn beneath our bedroom window. We recognize the chirps, warbles and whistles of many birds and love the cacophony their calls provide. Cardinals are favorites, along with the delicate and lovely hummingbirds. Who needs an alarm clock?

IÕ ve become a bit of a slave to my laptop. I combine the natural world with the digital world that comes from the ethers. Lots of people tell me they look for my little weather blurb first thing each morning. It might read: “59.4 degrees, tiny breeze at 2 mph, partly sunny skies over the river at 5:07 a.m.Ó The responses from hither and thither are almost instantaneous: Ò 76 over the peachesÓ comes one report from Georgia. Ò 56 in RedfordÓ comes another.

One fine person even gives me the temperature from a thermometer mounted on the spare tire of her camper.

Somebody mentioned the name of Bird Berdan the other day. He was the weatherman on a local television station long before the digital age. He used a chalk board to draw storm clouds and didnÕ t know all the proper meteorological terms, but he endeared himself by being down to earth and humble. One cold early winter day, he said, Ò There is a slight chance of snow flurries this evening.” The phone at the studios began to ring. He answered it during a commercial break. A womanÕ s voice chided: Ò Just thought youÕ d like to know that I have 6 inches of those snow flurries on my back stoop.Ó Bird loved that story and so did I. At our Ò LittleÓ house on the river, weÕ re less controlled by the whims of the weather man (or woman) than farmers and construction friends.

ThatÕ s where the phrase Ò make hay when the sun shinesÓ originated. On bad days, Kaye and I make lemonade out of lemons and sing songs together when the rain falls on our tin roof.

Who cares that we might be a tad off key?

My late mother loved thunderstorms and we often walked together laughing as the rain pelted our slickers and sloshed on our galoshes. She used to say, Ò Whether the weather be cold or whether the weather be hot; whether the weather be cloudy or whether the weather be not; weÕ ll weather the weather, whatever the weather, whether we like it or not.Ó Columnist Gordie Little is a weekly contributor to Denton Publications. He may be reached at gordie@denpubs.com.

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Initiatives aim to broaden access to fresh summer produce

By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ As crops ripen in fields across Essex County, public officials want you to know that eating healthy can be both accessible and affordable.

A number of federal programs, implemented by both state and local agencies, are seeking to broaden access to fruits and vegetables from local farmers.

Essex County WIC is providing $8 in federal vouchers per month that can be redeemed at local farmers markets.

The state will add $4 per check through September.

Farm stands participating in the program will display a laminated WIC sign, including Cheever Country Gardens in Cheever. Ò WeÕ re just waiting for the vegetables to get ripe,Ó said farm co-owner Catherine Sprague.

A cornucopia of veggies should be ready for picking next week, she said, including zucchini, tomatoes, onions, peppers and summer squash.

What can you do with the latter? Ò ThereÕ s a 101 different things you can do with summer squash,Ó Sprague explained: Saute as a stir-fry, boil with butter or make casseroles, just to name a few.

A wealth of additional farms in the area are also accepting checks as part of the ongoing Farmers Market Nutritional Program, including vendors at the Elizabethtown, Willsboro, Keene and TiconderogaÕ s markets.

Krista Berger, a WIC coordinator, said farmers tend to give clients a generous bang for their buck.

Charles Harrington, of Harrington Country Gardens in Crown Point, called it a Ò wonderful wayÓ for people to be able to purchase fresh products while supporting their local farmers. Ò I am an advocate for it,Ó he said.

In addition to offering seeds to families as an incentive to grow their own gardens, WIC has expanded their pantry offerings this month to include canned beans and plain yogurt, among other items.

This is in conjunction with efforts by the Essex County Office for the Aging to distribute farmers market coupons to elderly residents and those who meet income eligibility requirements.

Outreach workers will set up a schedule and will let clients know a time and place for coupon pick-up, explained staffer Alysia Hayes.

And in another new development this year, selected farm stands are now eligible to receive WIC vouchers.

State officials say this will broaden availability for those who may not have access to farmers markets due to rigid schedules, for instance.

Farm stands have flexible hours and can provide other opportunities such as pick-your-own operations for WIC families, noted the stateÕ s agriculture and markets commissioner in a statement.

Henry Drinkwine, of Drinkwine Produce in Ticonderoga, said farmers have been advocating for the development for years.

A variety of federal initiatives implemented by local agencies are seeking to broaden access to fruits and vegetables this summer. Pictured above: Fresh produce is pictured on display at a local market earlier this month.

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Ò Now theyÕ ve listened to us,Ó he said. Ò ItÕ s a plus for all the farm stands.Ó Berger said folks are receptive to changing their dining habits.

An outdoor food demo in Schroon Lake last year saw the office showing how to prepare vegetable dips and recipes.

Ò People had insisted that they hated radishes,Ó recalled Berger. Ò But by the end, they were asking, Ô How do I make that again?Õ Ó For more information on WIC programs, call 873-3560. To see if you qualify for coupons through the Essex County Office for the Aging, call 873-3695.

Enjoy a narrated cruise aboard the Basin Harbor tour boat WESTPORT Ñ Ever wish you could have a boat ride on Lake Champlain, visit the spectacular palisades along the undeveloped New York coastÑ to see what Samuel dÕ Champlain saw in 1609 when he sailed by on his way to Ticonderoga?

Enjoy a narrated cruise aboard the EScape, the Basin Harbor Club tour boat, on either Sunday, July 12 or Aug. 16, from 3 to 5 pm. Basin Harbor Club regularly provides lake tours for its guests.

The EScape will pick up passengers at Westport Marina, then follow the New York shore up to Split Rock, then across to Vermont, up the Otter Creek, which leads to Vergennes, far enough to see osprey nests. The boat will follow the Vermont shore, dotted with estates and cottages, before crossing the three-mile Northwest Bay from Basin Harbor to Westport, NY. The captain will point out examples of bird and plant life plus describe cultural history along the cruise. Life along the Lake Champlain shore was very different in the 1800Õ s!

To sign up for the tours, please call the Westport Marina, 518-962-4356. The boat trip is $20 per

person. There must be a minimum of 10 people registered for the cruise three days before the scheduled trip, so donÕ t delay your call. Once that threshold is met, additional passengers are welcome. Without that minimum, there will be no cruise. Passengers may pick up their tickets in the ShipÕ s Store at Westport Marina prior to boarding, which is from 2:50 to 3 pm. Complimentary bottled water will be provided. Passengers may bring their own soft drinks on board if they prefer.

If bad weather is predicted, the EScape captain, will cancel the cruise 24 hours before the scheduled departure. Westport Marina will notify passengers. Credit cards will not be charged until the day of the cruise.

The Escape is a 45 foot Coast Guard inspected vessel with a capacity of 48 passengers that has been in service at the Basin Harbor Club since 2006.

Passengers are encouraged to take their ticket stub to the marinaÕ s The Galley Restaurant to receive a same-day 10 percent discount on food.

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Wild Walk

From page 1 A series of bridges and platforms suspended 40 feet above the ground are dotted with observation points that offer various views of the surrounding landscape.

The end destination?

A eagleÕ s nest that offers views of Whiteface Mountain and flashes of the Raquette River. ÒI tÕ s ambitious, itÕ s big, itÕ s delicate, itÕ s wonderful,Ó s aid Reay.

Hundreds explored the walk at its launch on July 4.

Kids scrambled on a spiderÕ s web that stretched 30-feet above the ground while others scampered through a reproduction of a hollow pine.

Up in the sky, dignitaries delivered their comments from the woven nest.

WILD DAY Tupper Lake Mayor Paul Maroun recounted the decade-long journey that saw one of the nation’s premier museums find a home in this central Adirondack community, singling out Donald ÒO bieÓ Clifford, one of the centerÕ s original ideological architects, for selling him on the idea. ÒT his is a wild day for Tupper Lake,Ó s aid Maroun.

Karen Thomas, a museum trustee, said the exhibit makes for a critical antidote to both urban dwellers and rural residents.

Even those in rural communities have less and less time to spend in the nature, she said. ÒA nyone with an inquisitive mind can journey up into the treetops, take in the view and take a deep breath,” said Thomas. “Infinite points of view, new ways of seeing.Ó Rep. Elise Stefanik was more succinct as she took in the view on the hazy July morning: ÒI have one word Ñ wow,Ó Stefanik said. ÒWh at a special day.Ó

OBITUARIES Stanley G. Lambert, 66, of NYS Route 22 in Westport, passed away unexpectedly, Friday February 13, 2015. He was born in Elizabethtown on November 17, 1948 son of Clyde and Barbara (Sayre) Lambert.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday July 11, 2015 at 11:00 AM from Westport Bible Church. Burial will be at 1:00 PM in the Essex Veteran's Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Marvin-Heald Funeral Home, 7521 Court Street in Elizabethtown.

GEORGE R. BIERCE

10/26/1929- 3/16/15 George was instrumental in starting the first Lions Key Club in NYS in Westchester County. He belonged to the Ossining Fire Department, Firehouse #6 and was active in the Garbarina Memorial Drum & Bugle Corps, also known as the Skyliners. He was president of the Smith House Board of Directors, a member of the Kiwanis Club in Willsboro as well as a hockey coach In Westchester County. He was a very involved parent never missing a concert or a sporting event that his children were involved in.

George was predeceased by his parents, his son Richard, his mother and father in law, Mark and Mary Berman and George R. Bierce, 85, of his brother David Van Epps.

Willsboro, NY and Leesburg, He is survived by his wife of Fl, passed away on 3/16/15 40 years, Marcia, his four at Promise Hospital in Oxchildren, Bobbi Jean (Jay) ford, Florida. George was McGrath, Cathy (David) born on 10/26/1929 in ValCortese, Douglas (Cate) halla, NY, the son of Clara Costin and Sara Pickett. He Smalley and George Van is also survived by his brothEpps. He was raised by his er John Van Epps and 12 adoptive parents, Frank and grandchildren: Chad McRuth Smalley Bierce.

Grath, Trisha McGrath, LindA graduate of CCNY, George sey (Josh) Beligotti, Allison was an entrepreneur in the Cortese, Matthew Cortese, truest sense. Being an indeMiranda Costin, Mark pendent spirit, George was Costin, Amber Costin, Ryan self employed in several Costin, Gillian Keeler, Kiley businesses including OssinKeeler and Brett Pickett. He ing Business Service in Osalso leaves two great grandsining, NY for 20 years with children, Molly and Jack Behis first wife Paula. He then ligotti. owned and operated several George was a strong personbusinesses in the North ality, remembered by all who Country, where he relocated knew him for the twinkle in in 1974 when he married the his eye and his dry wit, with former Marcia Berman. Toa touch of sarcasm. gether they ran Berman-PatRemembrances in his memotison Insurance Agencies in ry may be made to the Paine Willsboro and Westport , Memorial Library in WillsVideos Etc. and Packages boro or the Willsboro Rescue Etc. in downtown Willsboro.

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Working in his cellar as A memorial service will be Frames, by George he creatheld on July 18th at 10:30AM ed many bird houses, crches in the Willsboro United and picture frames that are Methodist Church on Main enjoyed by many today.

St. in Willsboro, NY.

www.valleynewsadk.com STRONG START Visitors were equally effusive in their praise, like Jackie Zhang, a New York-based IBM staffer who was spending the week in the Adirondack Park with friends. Ò ItÕ s very nice,Ó he said, hugging his companion while adjusting his selfie stick.

Both of them wore tee-pee hats.

Wilson Tang, of Brooklyn, said the visit marked the latest stop in an itinerary that also included Whiteface Mountain, the Ausable Chasm and Lake George.

Will he come back?

“Definitely,” he said.

Over 10,000 have visited the Walk since June 27.

Museum officials hope the exhibit’s opening will boost attendance this year from 70,000 up to, and even past, the 100,000 mark.

ItÕ s just one part of the Wild Center experience.

Indoors, at the museum that resembles a Great Camp, visitors come nose-to-nose with nature through a series of interactive exhibits, from frolicking otters to a pond that gently laps up against the atrium, an experience that is initially disorienting.

In late-June, the state launched an summer campaign encouraging travel to destinations across the state, including the Adirondacks. Ò That kind of exposure has made a huge difference to us,Ó said Lynn Birdsong, the Wild CenterÕ s board president.

Birdsong noted the $5.5 project was funded, in part, by $1.25 million in grants awarded to the North Country Regional Economic Development Council (the rest was, and continues to be, funded by private donors).

“They gave us the confidence to go forward with the plan and complete this project,Ó said Birdsong. Ò ItÕ s here and itÕ s wonderful.Ó Regional Council co-chair Garry Douglas said funding the Wild Walk was an early priority project and an example of Gov. Andrew Cuomo delegating authority to the regional councils to pinpoint projects in their areas that will support economic development.

Douglas lauded the system as one that trusts locals to decide what the projects will be.

Funding applications for the Wild Walk were successfully put forward twice. Ò It really is very much an example of the changed paradigm of how economic development is being done in the region thanks to Gov. Cuomo,Ó said Douglas.

Adirondack Park Agency Chairwoman Leilani Ulrich said the agency was “thrilled” when they first learned of the center’s vision and Ò awedÓ as they followed the process as it eventually became a reality.

Ulrich called Tupper Lake one of the ParkÕ s most resilient communities.

When her agency first approved the plans for Wild Walk, said Ulrich, it was a satisfaction that was only eclipsed when the board approved the Adirondack Club Resort project in January 2012, she said. Ò I felt a great deal of hope that day in that boardroom, as did all who were present,Ó she said. Ò And I feel that same hope and pride here today Ñ Tupper Lake is rising.Ó Cuomo, too, chimed in Ñ if only in spirit through a letter read to the crowd by Ulrich. Ò ItÕ s sure to be a great attraction for the Adirondack Park,Ó said Cuomo of the skywalk. Ò We have a governor who loves the Adirondacks like very few before him,Ó said Ulrich.

SUSTAINABILITY The projectÕ s landscape designer, William Palmer, said environmental stewardship has always been a keystone of the project.

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The APA wanted to know exactly which trees were taken down and how many.

As work got underway, surgical incisions through the forest gave builders 10 feet on each side to work with in order to minimize the ecological footprint.

Trees are actually touching the edges of the Wild Walk, Palmer noted, while helium balloons were floated as part of a visual test to see if any elements of the exhibit are visible from elsewhere. Ò ItÕ s absolutely spectacular,Ó said Palmer. Ò The idea that was simply a long bridge has turned into something that is much more magical.Ó SYMBOL OF PEACE Just like they did exactly nine years ago when the center first opened, the Kanienkehaka Kaianerehkowa Kanonhsesne: People of the Way of the Longhouse Akwesasne MenÕ s Council offered their blessings.

The three men planted a tree, beat a drum, yelled three times and then chanted softly as a small fire, fueled by tobacco, lifted both their song and smoke skyward, their words rising and falling through the trees.

Rarahkwisere, the Wolf Clan representative, was joined by Bear Clan representatives Kanaretiio and Kanaseraka.

The trio gave thanks to the earth in comments that were also streaked with caution. Ò Today we look around whatÕ s happening in our society, how a lot of things are taking place that is not good for our environment,Ó said the representative.

All people should be good environmental stewards to ensure future generations can enjoy what was given to us as a gift, he said.

The three yells, later explained one of the representatives, was to let the universe know that theyÕ re still there. Ò WeÕ re still alive. ItÕ s our way, like the birds that you hear in the wilderness here in the wildÉ you hear the birds, theyÕ re still here. And so are we, weÕ re still here.Ó

ACAP Executive Director Alan Jones presented Pat Standish, Director of the Statewide Community Action Angels, with a plaque thanking her for her support of their Drive 4UR Community sponsored by Egglefield Ford in Elizabethtown. Pat, an artist, created a logo for the event which helped raise funds for the agency’s Community Action Angels projects, including the BackPack program which provides food for school children on weekends.

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or people who havenÕ t been paying attention, itÕ s time to get outside.

The summer season is already three weeks gone , and you need to take stock. Have you been out for a hike yet?

No? How about fishing, paddling, biking, swimming or simply sitting by a lake and enjoying a sunset. Have you enjoyed a sunset, a starry night or the evening stars. In the Adirondacks, summer is the most fleeting of all seasons. It flies by in a condensed fashion, wedged in somewhere between High School graduation and Labor Day, which arrives on Monday, September 7th. The summer season is tucked into a time-span of roughly, 58 days, but whoÕ s counting? At this time of year, the calendar simply doesnÕ t much matter.

As a youngster, my internal calendar was calibrated according to the school calendar until I graduated college. As an adult, it eventually returned to a scholastic calendar as it revolved around our childrenÕ s activities. It remained on a scholastic calendar status, until their college years were completed.

Fortunately, I managed to maintain an internal, natural calendar throughout the entire ordeal, adjusting with the seasons according to the availability of outdoor pursuits such as skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, trout fishing, hiking, skiing, hunting (grouse, deer, turkey, goose, rabbits, etc.) whitewater and flat water paddling seasons, biking, and of course, the camping season which is available all year round. Despite the brevity of Adirondack summers, IÕ ve always had enough activities to keep me occupied and out of trouble, for the most part. Apparently, it is no longer the case in many places, both rural and urban Recently, after reading research studies featured on the Child & Nature Network, I was disturbed to discover just how far modern

society has retreated from the woods and waters. The findings are surprising and revealing. IÕ ve listed a few below.

On the downside: In the span of a generation, childrenÕ s use of space has changed from being primarily outdoors to indoors. It has also become increasingly adult supervised.

Children today are taller, heavier, larger, and weaker than in 1981.

Young children are growing up in a media-saturated environment, and they spend less time playing outdoors than their parents did when they were young. Traditional outdoor activities have largely been replaced by electronic entertainment.

Conversely, nearby nature boosts childrenÕ s attentional functioning and access to parks and recreation programs can decrease the risk of being overweight or obese at age 18. Nearby nature reduces stress in children, and living within half a mile of a park may lower a childÕ s risk of being overweight or obese by more than half.

Outdoor learning improves long-term memory of course content and increases positive student attitudes. Natural schoolyards decrease stress, strengthen attention, reduce behavior problems, and enhance factors associated with resilience in children of all ages.

Youth report feelings of calm and peace associated with spending time in healthy outdoor environments. Older children who spend more time outside tend to be more physically active and are less likely to be overweight ChildrenÕ s time playing in nature and vegetation surrounding their home has a positive effect on their behavior and reduces attributes of ADHD. Nature immersion enhances creative thinking and problem solving in adults. Outdoor play nurtures creative thinking in nursery school.

Children’s connection to nature influences their interest in participating in nature-based activities and performing environmentally friendly behaviors. Direct childhood experiences and mentoring are key elements in adults’ actions to benefit the environment.

Adolescents experience positive emotional change after spending time in an outdoor educational setting. Access to parks and recreation programs decrease risk of being overweight or obese at age 18. Living within half a mile of a park may lower a childÕ s risk of being overweight or obese by more than half.

Outdoor learning improves long-term memory of course con-

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

Kids are designed to be outdoors, where natural entertainment is always available. Skinned knees and grass stains are simply evidence of a day well played.

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skill levels are welcome, and a childrenÕ s play area will be available. Participants will bring their own produce, jars, and plastic bags as needed.

Each event costs just $5.00 per household. Additional donations are welcome for substantial quantities of processing.

The series will finish on Saturday, October 3 with a “Community Recipe SwapÓ from 9:30 a.m to noon. This event will be free. The kitchen committee will set out the best jars of jam, sauce, and pickles made at the Grange kitchen during the season. All are welcome to bring favorite recipes to swap, and to celebrate the end of the growing season.

The series is generously funded by grants and gifts from the Essex Community Fund, the Adirondack FoundationÕ s Generous Acts Fund, and the Essex County Adirondack Garden Club. The organizations also sponsored the purchase of tools for processing fruits and vegetables, and canning equipment.

The Grange Community Kitchen is available to rent at a rate of $10 per hour. To learn more about the kitchen or to schedule a rental, contact office manager Stephanie Beneng at admin@thegrangehall.info or 518963-4170.

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WHALLONSBURG Ñ The Whallonsburg Grange will host a series of Harvest Parties for the public to preserve produce from their gardens and CSA shares at the Grange Community Kitchen. The series will run on Saturdays, every two weeks throughout the growing season. The cost is $5.00 per person for each event.

On Saturday, July 11, from 9:30 to noon, the series will open with an Ò Introduction to Processing at the Grange Kitchen,Ó led by the Grange kitchen committee. Participants will learn how to use all of the GrangeÕ s tools to put up the harvest, including the flash freezer for better flavor and texture in freezing vegetables and fruits, and the steam kettle for making large batches of sauce. All are welcome to bring greens, shelling peas, and other garden produce to process at this event.

On Saturday, July 25, from 9:30 to noon, local food processor Jori Wekin of Dak & Dill will lead a workshop in Ò Introduction to Pickling & Canning.Ó Wekin will explain the process for cold-pack and hot-pack pickles as well as natural ferments. Participants can bring jars and their cucumbers, green beans, and other garden produce for processing. Jars will also be available for purchase. Reservations are recommended by emailing office manager Stephanie Beneng at admin@thegrangehall. info.

Local beekeeper and gardener Tim McGarry will lead a Ò Seed Saving RoundtableÓ on Saturday, August 8 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Participants will learn how to get started in saving seeds, and how to save seeds from their favorite heirloom tomato and pepper plants this season. Practicing seed savers are encouraged to attend and network with one another.

After the roundtable ends, the kitchen opens up for a Ò Harvest PartyÓ continuing until 4:00 p.m. Bring produce from your own garden or CSA share to process at the Grange kitchen alongside neighbors.

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1,000 minors throughout the United States and abroad.

More than 65,000 videos have been identified as being associated with the four websites that facilitated the exchanges.

The court documents contained excerpts of numerous explicit chats using MorganÕ s handle, including one with an 11-year-old female that took place on July 9, 2014 during regular office hours.

As part of the plea, Morgan admitted that the facts presented in the documents establish his guilt.

Morgan, an Essex County native who lived in Georgia before returning to his hometown in order to run for office in 2013, admitted in a voluntary interview following the FBI raid of the Essex town offices in January that he was a member of both websites and was aware that children were engaging in sexual activity.

A review of MorganÕ s devices later revealed a wealth of evidence that he frequented the sites.

Since his arrest in February, Morgan has not made any public comments and he has remained in federal custody in Alexandria, Virginia.

In Essex, however, open questions remain as to how long town officials were aware of Morgan’s predilection for child pornography before the town offices were raided and the clerk was eventually arrested.

In November 2013, shortly after winning election, Morgan was arrested after a homeowner discovered he was stealing Wi-Fi from their residence late at night.

Morgan was charged with theft of services and paid a $250 fine.

After the clerk settled into office, a former town worker, LeeAnn Hoskins, said she raised concerns about the clerk’s curious behavior to at least one town official.

Hoskins admitted that while she never saw any illicit images on MorganÕ s computer, the clerk rearranged his office to allow for more privacy, enough so that it raised alarm bells.

Nothing came of those reports, Hoskins said, who left shortly thereafter for a job in the private sector.

According to the state’s public officer’s law, Morgan’s plea on June 26 marked the equivalent of a felony conviction and automatically created a vacancy for his office.

State law previously prohibited Morgan’s forcible removal from office prior to his conviction.

The plea means that the town, who appointed a deputy clerk following MorganÕ s arrest and reduced his pay, can now move forward with selecting a replacement.

Town supervisor Ed Gardner said the town has already reached out to Essex County for guidance and will hold a special election as soon as possible.

Details will likely be hammered out at a town meeting on Thursday, June 9. Ò We will move forward,Ó said Gardner.

Patricia Gardner, the current deputy (and also EdÕ s wife) will run in her own right this fall and has already filed designated party petitions with the county board of elections.

THE OTHERS Morgan was initially part of a larger case that involved six additional defendants.

The individuals named in the original indictment, which was handed down in March, are Anthony R. Evans, 53, of Grahamstown, South Africa; Milton Smith Jr., 33, of Lorton, Virginia; James E. Hancock, 44, of Thomasville, Georgia; Christopher McNevin, 36, of Carlisle, Ohio; Brian Hendricks, 41, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee; and Carl Zwengel, 50, of Princeton, Illinois.

The status of those defendants remains unclear as the Justice Department declined further comment on Monday.

As part of MorganÕ s plea agreement, a second charge, intent to distribute child pornography, was dropped.

Morgan will be sentenced on Sept. 18. The mandatory minimum sentence is 15 years in federal prison; a $250,000 fine and five years post-release supervision.

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Water quality reports available

KEENE Ñ The annual Drinking Water Quality Reports for 2014 for Water Districts No. 1 & 2 are available at the Keene Town Hall. A copy of the report will be included in water bills due out on July 1. Anyone else wishing to view or pick up a copy may do so by stopping at the Keene Town Hall.

Lakeside to offer camp scholarships

ESSEX Ñ Through a community donation there is an expanded scholarship fund for this yearÕ s summer camp at Lakeside Farm.

If anyone is interested in applying, people must submit a registration form and a letter describing why someone wants their child want to attend summer camp, the amount of scholarship requesting (full and partial scholarships will be awarded), why they are requesting scholarship, and how a scholarship would allow their child to attend summer camp. Applications will be reviewed and funds awarded on a first come, first serve basis.

Send registration forms and scholarship requests to admin@lakesideschoolinessex.org or Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm, 6 Leaning Rd. Essex, N.Y. 12936. Call 963-7385 for questions or more information.

‘Kids Night Out’ announced

WILLSBORO Ñ The Willsboro Athletic Booster Club is sponsoring a Ò Kids Night OutÓ this summer. This will consist of six sessions focusing on a variety of sporting activities for all athletes in grades K-12. Each week will focus on one sport and clinics will be taught by qualified volunteers that specialize in the sport.

These sessions will take place at Willsboro Central School every Wednesday through Aug. 12 from 6 to 7 p.m. All students in sixth grade and under must be supervised by an adult. Deputy Rice will teach the children about bike safety July 15. Running will be the focus July 22. The attention will be on T-ball, baseball and softball July 29. Coaches will be on hand to teach age appropriate basketball skills Aug. 5. They will wrap up the sessions Aug. 12, and will be focusing on football skills. If there are any questions call Jennifer Leibeck at 963-8040 or email Leibe2@aol.com or Krissy Leerkes at 572-0315 or email krissygay1@yahoo.com.

Library to hold Art Sale

KEESEVILLE Ñ The Keeseville Free Library presents its 12th annual Summer Art Exhibit and Sale. This show will feature Trish BestÕ s Pottery from Mace Chasm Pottery and Penny CluteÕ s photography, a well known photographer from the area. The opening reception will be Thursday, July 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and all are welcome to attend. The exhibit and sale will continue until Thursday, Aug. 6.

Roemischer to perform

ESSEX Ñ Join High Peaks Hospice & Palliative Care for an evening of music with acclaimed concert pianist Jessica Roemischer Friday, July 10 in the Essex Community Church at 7:30 p.m. Concert attendees may speak with Jessica during the postconcert reception, and have the opportunity to purchase signed copies of her new book and piano CDs. Admission is $15 per person, $10 for seniors, or $25 for a family. RSVP by Monday, July 6 to guarantee a seat, or pay at door.

Lecture to honor Sinatra

KEENE Ñ The Fred Miller Lectures-in-Song will be held Friday, July 10 in the Keene Valley Congregational Church at 8 p.m.

The talented and ever-popular pianist/singer/narrator Fred Miller presents history, biography and psychology while sitting at the piano singing the superlative songs of his heroes. This year, coinciding with the 100th year of his birth, itÕ s a musical tribute to American icon Frank Sinatra.

There is a $10 per person suggested donation and students are free. For more information contact Fritz Sabbow by calling 576-4686 or email eastbranchfriendsofthearts@gmail.com. sponsored by East Branch Friends of the Arts.

ETC announces upcoming shows

ESSEX Ñ The Essex Theatre Company welcomes Adirondack Regional Theater to perform A.R. GurneyÕ s two-character play Ò Love LettersÓ at the Masonic Lodge, next to the ferry dock.

The show will be presented July 10-11 and July 17-18 at 7 p.m. and July 12 and July 19 at 2 p.m. This will replace the originally scheduled Neil SimonÕ s Chapter two. The stars are Pam and Tom Lavin. All tickets are $12.

They will perform Tennessee WilliamsÕ play Ò A Lovely Sunday for Creve CouerÓ Aug. 14-15 and Aug. 20-22 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 16 and Aug. 23 at 2 p.m., with a gala opening Aug. 14 at 5:30 p.m. The cost for this show is $35. All show-only tickets are $15.

This takes the place of Ò I do! I Do!Ó For reservations call 526-4520 or email tickets@essextheatre. org. Donations are gratefully accepted, mail to ETC, Po Box 117, Essex, NY 12936 and designate Operating Fund or Capital Campaign or Air Conditioning.

CATS to hold hike, trail-walking

WESTPORT Ñ Champlain Area Trails will be holding an Interpretive Hike and Mindful Trail Walking with Tara Marie Perri, founder and director of The Perri Institute for Mind and Body, Saturday, July 11, at the Field and Forest Trail from 9 to 11 a.m.

There will be a suggested donation for $10 per adult 18 and older. Join Perri as she leads hikers through exploratory exercises on the Field and Forest Trail. For more information and to register, visit champlainareatrails.com or call 962-2287.

NCSPCA seeks volunteers at open house

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ There will be a Volunteer Open House Saturday, July 11 at the North Country SPCA from 4 to 6 p.m.

Volunteers will help with cleaning cat and dog kennels, dog walking and socializing. For anyone interested contact their volunteer coordinator at 873-5000 or volunteer@ncspca.org.

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UPPER JAY Ñ The Sky Blue Boys, pure country sounds, will be performing Saturday, July 11 at the at the Amos and Julia Ward Theatre at 6:30 p.m. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. Admission is free. For more information email dlisacchi@frontiernet.net. The concert is gratefully underwritten by Aasgard Farm and Dairy.

Grange to host ‘Intro to Processing’

WHALLONSBURGH Ñ The Whallonsburg Grange will host Ò Introduction to Processing at the Grange Community KitchenÓ Saturday, July 11 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The cost is $5 per person. The Grange Community Kitchen is not just for farmers and food businesses, but for everyone. The Grange kitchen committee will give demonstrations of the tools available for putting up the season’s harvest. Learn how the flash freezer can help people get better flavor and texture in their frozen vegetables and fruits, and how the steam kettle can help make large batches of sauce easily. Participants are welcome to bring greens, shell peas, and other produce from their gardens or CSA shares to process at this event.

The summer Harvest Party series is funded by grants and gifts from the Essex Community Fund, the Adirondack FoundationÕ s Generous Acts Fund, and the Essex County Adirondack Garden Club.

To learn more about the kitchen or to schedule a rental, contact office manager Stephanie Beneng at admin@thegrangehall.info or 963-4170.

Library announces summer programs

UPPER JAY Ñ The July 2015 Summer Reading Program for this year is Ò Every hero has a story, discover the superhero in you,Ó at Wells Memorial Library for children K-6 will be Saturday, July 11, 18 and 25 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The children will create and illustrate a handcrafted adventure story. Join them for games, books and snacks. This is hosted by local heroes, SuperSkirts and the Incredible Reader.

Through the month there will be Ò At Home in the Adirondacks: Works in Oil by Heidi GeroÓ on display. There will be a raffle of painting “Early Morning Union Falls” to benefit the library.

On Saturday, July 18, there will be an AuSable River Valley Studio Tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet exhibiting artist Heidi Gero.

On Wednesday, July 22, Mr. Stan the Story Man will tell stories and songs for all ages from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

There is an Arts & Crafts Workshop with actors from the Adirondack Shakespeare CompanyÕ s original play for children Ò Songs of the IroquoisÓ Tuesday, July 28, from 1:30 until 2 p.m.

For more information contact the library at 946-2644 or wellslib@primelink1.net.

WCS board special meeting planned

WESTPORT Ñ The Westport Central School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting Tuesday, July 14 in the superintendent’s office at 6 p.m. It is anticipated that the Board will immediately go into executive session for the purpose of discussing the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation. All Board of Education meetings are open to the public.

ELCS board to meet

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School Board of Education will hold its reorganizational meeting Tuesday, July 14 in the conference room at 5 p.m., with the regular meeting to immediately follow. During the reorganizational meeting, itÕ s anticipated the board will appoint board officers and administer the oath of office; various appointments, designations and authorizations. During the regular meeting it is anticipated that the board will convene in public session to policies on health services; discussion on special education staffing; consider proposal for joint musical/theater production. The meetings are open to the public.

Downtown Essex Day announced

ESSEX Ñ The 36th annual Downtown Essex Day will be held this summer Saturday, Aug. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event features artists, craftsmen, local farmers, shops and organizations set up along Main Street and Essex Town Hall lawn. The Ò Essex InitiativesÓ Events Committee is seeking people who want to participate in this yearÕ s festivities.

Contact the Essex Day Committee via phone at 963-7494 or email thecupolahouse@gmail.com for registration forms and information. No yard sale type displays.

Pell Memorial Service planned

KEENE Ñ There will be a Memorial for Anitra Stippa Christoffel Pell, 74, of Keene Valley and New York City, to be held Saturday, July 25 at the Keene Valley Congregational Church UCC at 11 a.m. The service will be officiated by the Rev. Milton Dudley, pastor, assisted by Rev. Roger Smith, Vicar of All Souls Episcopal Chapel, St. Huberts, and the Rev. Lewis Pell, Anitra PellÕ s brother-in-law. A reception will follow in the Van Santvoord Room.

Pell died from a brain hemorrhage while on a Road Scholar trip to Cuba Saturday, March 28. Pell was an active member and supporter of many local cultural organizations including Fort Ticonderoga, East Branch Friends of the Arts and the Upper Jay Arts Center (Recovery Lounge) along with the Keene Valley Library and was serving as a board member of the Adirondack History Museum in Elizabethtown and the Adirondack Film Society in Lake Placid. Pell was member of and active volunteer in the ministry of the Keene Valley Congregational Church UCC and the Memorial Chapel of All Souls in St. HubertÕ s, and a member of the Au Sable Club and Keene Valley Country Club.

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ACAP to host community classes

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ ACAP Child Care Resource and Referral offers Ò Parent AwarenessÓ class Tuesday, July 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. These classes focus on divorcing/separating partners and the impact on the children. Topics include an overview of the legal system as related to custody, visitation and support. There is a fee of $150 for this class.

The Parenting Skills classes will be a series of three sessions beginning Wednesday, July 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants must attended all three sessions. These classes examine all aspects of parenting with a focus on parent child attachment, child development, health and nutrition, challenging behaviors and parenting styles. The classes are offered in three parts and there is a cost of $125 per class per participant.

The Professional Development class will be held Wednesday, July 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. Sarah Gould from Capital District Child Care Council, presents Ò Our BabiesÓ .

The Professional Development class for Wednesday July 22 will go from 6 to 8 p.m. Lindsay from Department of Health will discuss WIC. Participants will learn about all WIC services available. There will be a Health and Safety Training for new providers Thursday, July 30, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, July 31, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This training is for potential providers who are in the application process. This is a 15 hour training completed over two days. Contact Kathy B at kathyb@acapinc.org or 873-3207 ext. 236 to register.

Paine Library to host annual meeting

WILLSBORO Ñ A brief annual meeting of the Paine Memorial Library will be followed by a Ò Retrospective Slide ShowÓ celebrating the LibraryÕ s 85th Anniversary of service to the community Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m..

Expect to see pictures of the people involved in the early history of the library, as well as those of more recent times. Learn about the variety of library programs for all ages and how they have changed over the years. Hear about future planning for the library, and people may possibly see a picture of themselves. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served.

Hot and tasty chicken

WESTPORT Ñ The 64th annual Chicken Barbecue will be held Thursday, July 16 at the Westport Federated Church. Serving starts at 4:30 p.m., with takeouts available. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 children 12 and under, preschool free. Donations of non-perishable food items accepted for the Westport Food Pantry.

Dave Ruch to perform

WILMINGTON Ñ Ò Ballads, Bunkhouses, Fiddles and Flings: Traditional Music of the AdirondacksÓ with performer and musician Dave Ruch will be presented by the Wilmington Historical Society Friday, July 17 at the Whiteface Range Hall at 7 p.m.

The concert is free and open to the public. Adults and children alike are welcome. Refreshments will be provided by the Country Bear Bakery. For further information, contact the Wilmington Historical Society at 420-8370 or whs12997@hotmail.com.

Children invited for bear hunt

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ Children ages 3-6 (with an adult) can come to Elizabethtown Library Friday, July 17 for a bear hunt from 10 to 11 a.m. There will be a craft, story, movement and more. Call 873-2670 with any questions.

Library yard sale slated

ELIZABETHTOWN Ñ Stop by the library on Etown Day Saturday, July 18 for a yard sale from 9 to 11 a.m. There will be refreshments and some great deals on pre-sale books.

Mardi Gras to come to E’town

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Fire Department is sponsoring the annual Etown Day Celebration Saturday, July 18.

The theme for this yearÕ s event will be Ò Mardi Gras.Ó There will be a town-wide yard sale to any and all who wish to participate.

The parade will begin at 3 p.m., starting at the museum. A fireworks display will be featured on the golf course around 9 p.m.

Send all donations to Elizabethtown Fire Department, attention: Etown Day, P.O. Box 457, Woodruff Avenue, Elizabethtown, N.Y. 12932. Make checks payable to Elizabethtown Fire Department. A receipt will be provided upon request.

Women’s church craft, food sale slated

WESTPORT Ñ The Westport Federated Church Women will be holding a Craft and Food Sale Saturday, July 25 at the Westport Federated Church, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Lunch will be served from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Annual summer book sale slated

ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Library Association will hold its annual summer book sale Friday, July 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be something to interest readers of all ages. They will hold a raffle for two paintings by Keri Downs and new, book-related items will make a surprise appearance at this sale.

Halperin reception, exhibit announced

SARANAC LAKE Ñ The 2D or not 2D/Art pieces by Shawn L. Halperin will be on display at the Pendragon Lobby Gallery.

The opening reception will be held Friday, July 24 from 5 to 7:45 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Exhibit runs from Monday, July 20 through Monday, Aug. 10 and is open to the public.

Halperin will be showcasing some of her latest carved cedar vessels, bowls and unique mixed-media collage work. Some 2D, some 3D, some realistic, some abstract but all with the influence and inspiration of the natural surroundings of her own backyard, the Adirondacks. For more information visit pendragontheatre. org or shawnlewishalperin.com.

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UPPER JAY — “At Home in the Adirondacks: Works in Oil by Heidi Gero” display.

Wells Memorial Library, 12230 NYS Rte 9N. “Early Morning Union Falls” raffle. Details: 946-2644, wellslib@primelink1.net.

Through Thursday, Sept. 17

SARANAC LAKE — 16th annual Saranac Lake’s Third Thursday Art Walks.

Throughout village. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Details: 637-2745.

Thursday, July 9 through Sunday, July 12

PLATTSBURGH — Clinton Community College musical revue ‘We Go Together’.

Thursday through Saturday: 7:30 p.m., Sunday: 5 p.m. General admission $10, CCC students/staff with ID $5.

Friday, July 10

ESSEX — ETC, ART, “Love Letters”. Masonic Lodge. 7 p.m. $12. Details: 526-4520, tickets@essextheatre.org. Donations accepted.

ESSEX — Jessica Roemischer piano concert. Essex Community Church. 7:30 p.m. $15 pp, $10 seniors, $25 family. RSVP Monday, July 6.

KEENE — Fred Miller Lectures-in-Song ‘Sinatra’. Keene Valley Congregational Church. 8 p.m. $10 pp donation, students free. Details: Fritz Sabbow 576-4686, eastbranchfriendsofthearts@gmail.com.

Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11

JAY — Mountain to Mountain Theatre Summer Princess Whatshername. Amos and Julia Ward Theater. Details: Tara 946-7133.

UPPER JAY — The Summer Play, Glenfarry Glen Ross, David Mamet. Upper Jay Art Center. Details: 946-8315, upperjayartcenter.org.

Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12

MORRISONVILLE — ALS Raising Hope Foundation Garage Sale. Martin and Sons Auction Gallery. Friday, Saturday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Saturday, July 11

ESSEX — ETC, ART, “Love Letters”. Masonic Lodge. 7 p.m. $12. Details: 526-4520, tickets@essextheatre.org. Donations accepted.

LAKE PLACID — The VanRipers Gary, Justin, Carol: Adirondack Kids 15: Mystery Under the Midnight Moon. The Bookstore Plus. 4 to 6 p.m. Details: thebookstoreplus.com, 523-2950.

LAKE PLACID — Second Saturday Story time. The Bookstore Plus. 10 a.m. Details: thebookstoreplus.com, 523-2950.

LAKE PLACID — Author Patricia O’Gorman, “Girly Thoughts’. The Bookstore Plus. 3 to 5 p.m. Details: thebookstoreplus.com, 523-2950.

UPPER JAY — “Every Hero has a Story, discover the Superhero in You” Summer Reading Program. Wells Memorial Library. Ages K-6. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Details: 9462644, wellslib@primelink1.net.

PLATTSBURGH — Sweet Adelines, Summer SINGsation. Mayor’s Cup. 11 a.m. to noon.

PLATTSBURGH — Secret Gardens Tour. Kent-Delord House Museum. Noon to 4 p.m. Details: 561-6793, 561-4823, kentdelordhouse.org.

PLATTSBURGH — A Kids Trek, Saranac River Trail. Saranac Street Bridge, Pine Street. 10 a.m. Details: saranacrivertrail.org.

CHAZY — Chazy Rod and Gun Club, “Kiss My Bass” fish derby. Lake Champlain. $150 first place, other cash prizes. Entry fee $20 pp, $15 under 16, 65+. Register.

Weathercock Bar, Happy Pike Snack Bar. Friday, July 10. Details: 846-7990, 846-3423.

WESTPORT — CATS Interpretive Hike, Mindful Trail Walking, Tara Marie Perri. Field and Forest Trail. 9 to 11 a.m. Suggested donation $10, 18 +. Details: champlainareatrails.com, 962-2287.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Volunteer Open House. North Country SPCA. 4 to 6 p.m.

Details: 873-5000, volunteer@ncspca.org.

UPPER JAY — Sky Blue Boys concert. Amos and Julia Ward Theatre. 6:30 p.m.

Free, open to public. Details: dlisacchi@frontiernet.net.

PLATTSBURGH — “Ride to Remember”. American Legion Post 1619, Morrisonville. Registration 9 a.m. Ride begins 10:30 a.m. Return 1 p.m. Donation $10 pp.

Details: 569-0014.

PLATTSBURGH — Community event. Bill McBride Chevrolet. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHALLONSBURGH — “Introduction to Processing at the Grange Community Kitchen”. Whallonsburg Grange. 9:30 a.m. to noon. $5 pp. Details: admin@thegrangehall.info, 963-4170.

Sunday, July 12

PLATTSBURGH— Foundation CVPH Mayor’s Cup Bike Ride. Registration 7:45 a.m.

70 mile riders 8:30 a.m. 50 mile riders 9 a.m. 20 mile riders 10 a.m. Pre-ride registration $40, riders under 18, 65+ $30, day of registration $45, under 18, 65+ $35.

Barbecue $7. 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Details: Michelle Senecal, msenecal@CVPH.org, 314-3359.

LAKE PLACID — Mutt Strutt. Olympic Oval. 10 a.m. Registration 9 a.m. 5K fun Run, Mirror Lake. Details: jhartley@ncspca.org, jeanc229@gmail.com, 873-5000.

ESSEX — ETC, ART, “Love Letters”. Masonic Lodge. 2 p.m. $12. Details: 526-4520, tickets@essextheatre.org. Donations accepted.

LYON MOUNTAIN — All-you-can-eat Ham Dinner. Lyon Mountain American Legion Post. Noon to 3 p.m. Adults $10, children 6 to 12 $5, under five free, takeouts available. Details: 735-4372.

SARANAC — Saranac Green Market . Picketts Corners. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday, July 13

LAKE PLACID — Monday Summer Story time. The Bookstore Plus. 10 a.m. Details: thebookstoreplus.com, 523-2950.

Tuesday, July 14

ELIZABETHTOWN — Summer performances, Wyant Band. Elizabethtown Social Center lawn. 6:30 p.m. Rain or shine.

ESSEX — ETC, ART, “Love Letters”. Masonic Lodge. 7 p.m. $12. Details: 526-4520, tickets@essextheatre.org. Donations accepted.

LAKE PLACID — Harper Lee’s “Go Set a Watchman” release party. The Bookstore Plus. 9 a.m. Details: thebookstoreplus.com, 523-2950.

LAKE PLACID — iPads, iPhones, Microsoft Excel class. Lake Placid Public Library. iPads, iPhones 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Microsoft Excel 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free, open to public. Details: 523-3200.

PLATTSBURGH — Charles Anene, vascular surgeon, “Symptomatic Varicose Veins: Causes and Treatments”. West Side Ballroom. 6 p.m. Free, open to public. Details: 314-3456, cblake@cvph.org.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Pleasant Valley Quilters. Elizabethtown Community Hospital Conference Room, 66 Park St. 7 p.m. Details: janiceorlowski@gmail.com.

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he Wyant Band is playing on the lawn this Tuesday, July 14, at 6:30 p.m. Joe, Dan, Dave, Susan and Bud bring you some oldies but goodies. Do not forget your lawn chair.

Rain or shine!

The Cora Putnam Hale Memorial Summer Performing Arts Series is brought to you by the Social Center and the Town of Elizabethtown. The full schedule can be found on our website and facebook page.

The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program will sponsor a Garlic Mustard Pull on Tuesday, July 14, as a part of Invasive Species Awareness Week. The pull will begin at the Adirondack History Center Garden at 10 a.m. and will move to the Social Center around 10:30. Come by to see the invasive species battle in action.

Our local American Legion is planning a CVPH Blood Drive at the Center on Monday, July 20, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Please consider supporting both our local veterans and our local hospital by giving blood.

The Social Center is currently accepting resumes for a Bookeeper/Program Assistant po-

sition. Please see the listing in the Valley News classifieds or on our facebook page.

Community members are welcome to use our Lawrence Way tennis and pickleball courts anytime for no charge. The Social Center courts Ð basketball, gaga ball, four square, badminton, rebound board Ð may be used anytime we do not have Teen Rec hours (see below.) If the office is open, we are happy to loan equipment. We have equipment for tennis, pickleball, badminton, and more.

July 12 Ð July 18: Monday: Healthier Today group workout at 4:00 p.m. and support group at 5 p.m.

Tuesday: Third Age Adult Day Center, 10 a.m.; Garlic Mustard Pull, 10 a.m.; Teen Rec hours, 12 - 6 p.m.; YogaFit with Ellen DuBois, 4:15 p.m.; The Wyant Band, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Teen Rec hours, 12 - 6 p.m.

Thursday: YogaFit with Ellen DuBois, 9:30 a.m.; Fiber Arts Group, 10:00 a.m.; Teen Rec hours, 12 - 6 p.m.; Mah Jong, 1:00 p.m.; Zumba with Cynthia, 5:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday: Teen Rec hours, 2 Ð 9 p.m. For more information, visit elizabethtownsocialcenter.org or call 873-6408.

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WILLSBORO — ‘Kids Night Out’, bike safety, Deputy Rice. Willsboro Central School. Grades K-12. 6 to 7 p.m. Details: Jennifer Leibeck 963-8040, Leibe2@aol. com, Krissy Leerkes 572-0315, krissygay1@yahoo.com.

LONG LAKE — Common Ground Alliance (CGA) Public Forum. Sabattis Pavilion.

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration $30, students $20. Details: adirondack.org, 891-6200, jvennie-vollrath@adirondack.org.

Thursday, July 16

WESTPORT — Soundwaves Concert: Kate McGarry and Keith Ganz. Ballard Park.

7:30 p.m. Details: soundwaveswestport.tumblr.com.

WILLSBORO — Annual Meeting, “Retrospective Slide Show” celebration. Paine Memorial Library. 7 p.m. Open to public.

WESTPORT — Chicken barbecue. Westport Federated Church. Serving 4:30 p.m., takeouts available. $10 adults, under 12 $5, preschool free.

Friday, July 17

LAKE PLACID — Author Andrew Cohen, “Two Days in June: John F. Kennedy and the 48 Hours That Made History”. The Bookstore Plus. 4 to 6 p.m. Details: thebookstoreplus.com, 523-2950.

WILMINGTON — “Ballads, Bunkhouses, Fiddles and Flings: Traditional Music of the Adirondacks”, Dave Ruch. Whiteface Range Hall. 7 p.m. Free, open to public.

Details: 420-8370, whs12997@hotmail.com.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Bear hunt. Elizabethtown Library. 10 to 11 a.m. Children ages 3-6, with adult. Details: 873-2670.

Saturday, July 18

ESSEX — ETC, ART, “Love Letters”. Masonic Lodge. 7 p.m. $12. Details: 526-4520, tickets@essextheatre.org. Donations accepted.

LAKE PLACID — Author Andrew McKenna, “Sheer Madness: From Federal Prosecutor to Federal Prisoner”. The Bookstore Plus. 3 to 5 p.m. Details: thebookstoreplus. com, 523-2950.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Etown Day Yard Sale. Elizabethtown library. 9 to 11 a.m.

ELIZABETHTOWN — Etown Day Celebration, “Mardi Gras”. Parade 3 p.m. Fireworks, golf course, 9 p.m.

PLATTSBURGH — North Country Square Dance Club dance, Peter Weidman.

Clinton County Fairgrounds. 7 to 9 p.m. Free, open to public. Details: Judy 563-5270.

UPPER JAY — The July 2015 Summer Reading Program for this year is “Every Hero has a Story, Discover the Superhero in You” at Wells Memorial Library for children K-6 will be Saturday, July 11, 18 and 25 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The children will create and illustrate a handcrafted adventure story. Join them for games, books and snacks. This is hosted by local heroes, SuperSkirts and the Incredible Reader.

UPPER JAY — “AuSable River Valley Studio Tour”, Heidi Gero. Wells Memorial Library, 12230 NYS Rte 9N. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: 946-2644, wellslib@primelink1. net.

WEST CHAZY — Clinton County Traffic Safety, Morrisonville EMS, Safe Kids Adirondack Child Safety Seat Check. Beekmantown Fire Station. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Details: 565-4397, William.Bush@clintoncountygov.com.

Saturday, July 18 to Saturday, July 25

PLATTSBURGH — Adirondack Regional Theatre Shakespeare Troupe: “Hamlet”.

Details: adktheatre.com, adirondackregionaltheatre@hotmail.com.

CATS lands two grants WESTPORT Ñ Champlain Area Trail (CATS) recently received two significant grants to support its mission of Ò saving land and making trailsÓ in New YorkÕ s Champlain Valley.

International Paper Foundation gave CATS a $2,000 grant to help with the printing and distribution of the its 2015/2016 Trail Map, and the Adirondack Garden ClubÕ s Ellen Lea Paine Nature Fund awarded $500 to support its outdoor education program. Both of these initiatives will benefit residents and visitors to the area. Ò The CATS map is very popular,Ó said CATS Executive Director, Chris Maron. Ò It lists the fabulous hiking/skiing trails in New YorkÕ s Champlain Valley and itÕ s also an excellent road map which people tell us is very helpful. Our Ô Interpretive HikesÕ have been very successful with both adults and children. We are grateful that IP and the Ellen Lea Pain Nature Fund are

helping us provide these services to the community.Ó The new CATS map will include several new trails that have been added over the past year, with directions and information about each trail and CATS is already into its summer/fall interpretive hike and educational program. Ò WeÕ re looking forward to the mushroom workshops,Ó said CATS board member Catharine Ross Haskins. Ò I attended last summerÕ s mushroom foraging hikes with my husband and 4-year old son. It was fascinating to learn about the various mushrooms in the Valley and how to identify them. We also went out on the ‘Owl Prowls’ CATS organized and found them to be a great way for us all to learn about nature.Ó For more information, visit champlainareatrails.com.

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he North Country SPCA will be holding a Volunteer Open House on Saturday, July 11th, from 4-6 p.m. We are currently greatly in need of volunteers to help with cleaning cat and dog kennels, as well as walking and helping to socialize our dogs.

Not up to cleaning or going for a walk? Our volunteers help with nearly every facet of our organization, and chances are, there is some volunteer work that will suit your interests and availability just purr-fectly! Ask our helpful staff about the opportunities available. WeÕ re happy to figure out a schedule that works for you! You can contact our Volunteer Coordinator at (518) 873-500 or by email at volunteer@ncspca.org.

Our featured pet this week is Bingo a Shetland Sheepdog Sheltie & Spaniel Mix who packs a whole lot of cuteness in a small furry body! Bingo is a sweet youngster Bingo of about 10 months old, with a reddish-brown and white coat and comical speckles all over his smiling face. Bingo spent his entire life being chained outside prior to arriving at the shelter. He doesnÕ t have any idea how to be housebroken or even what to do when he has the freedom to run around! However, this cute little fellow is doing his best to learn manners - and he will definitely entertain you with his puppy playfulness. He needs a home with a family who has the time and patience to teach him to be the best companion he can be. If you are looking for a small dog with energy, personality, and good looks, Bingo is the dog for you. Why not stop by and meet him today?

Keeseville Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Roy Armstrong receives a $750 check from Anna Mack, Assistant Vice President of TD Bank.

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Chesterfield Schutz, Joseph et. al.

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St. Armand Palermo-Schutz, Socorro Pelermo-Schutz et. al.

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Dupuis, Michael & Jill Schroon Engel, Hale & Paula Krupski, Stephen Schroon Kinsman, Robert et. al.

Kinsman, Robert Chesterfield Jahn, Edwin R A M Property Wilmington Woods, Rosemary et. al. Woods, Rosemarie et. al. Moriah Niemiec, Joseph Colan, Richard Schroon Gettig, Marsha Sinter, Jay & Rebecca Schroon Barrett, Matthew & Laura Hoogmoed, Matthew et. al. North Hudson Baker, Mary et. al.

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CLINTON DATE 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/25/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/26/15 6/29/15 6/29/15 6/29/15 6/30/15 6/30/15 6/30/15 6/30/15 6/30/15 6/30/15 6/30/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15 7/01/15

GRANTOR Sondra Lincourt et al Lola Burl James Tavernia Ella Boolukos et al Megan Chateauneuf and Noreena Ladieu Donald and Nancy Gillette County of Clinton County of Clinton County of Clinton Sherry Jubert and Alfred Trembley County of Clinton Mark Coulombe Heather Sprague and Heather Stansbury Wayne Silver William and Donna Belanger Bryon and Elizabeth Bissonette County of Clinton County of Clinton John and Sue Armstrong Jason and Melissa Francis Jeffrey Bezio County of Clinton David Donah et al Luc Lamoureaux and Stephanie Groulx Omshanti Parnes Roger Griffith Stephen and Marie Duell Michael and Laura Kedroff Michael Lapham et al County of Clinton James and Viki Chevalier Patrick and Lisa Jacquet Ralph Leggett et al County of Clinton Citizens Bank NA Arthur Gonyo Peter and Cathy Williams County of Clinton County of Clinton Woodrow and Beth Woodrow

GRANTEE Thomas and Elizabeth Brilotti Edward and Karisa Orr Jamie Latinville Allen Helson

LOCATION Town of Plattsburgh Town of Plattsburgh City of Plattsburgh Dannemora

PRICE $170,000 $110,000 $110,000 $25,000

Krystle Booth Thomas and Betty Marlow Gerald Menard Gerald Menard Gerald Menard Kristup and Jessica Kalvaitis Steven and Crystal Simpson Chad Coulombe and Angela Bernard

Schuyler Falls Ellenburg Beekmantown Beekmantown Beekmantown Chazy Altona Champlain

$64,000 $168,000 $5,000 $5,000 $22,500 $80,000 $1,250 $65,000

Melissa Facteau David and Rebecca Hamilton Keith Clark Jeremy Bissonette Shawn Recore Joshua Laware Gregory and Danielle LaBarge Tammy Ann Maze Heesung Kang and Zachary Truelove Brian and Jennifer McIntyre Eric Bassett

City of Plattsburgh Beekmantown City of Plattsburgh City of Plattsburgh Mooers Town of Plattsburgh Schuyler Falls Saranac City of Plattsburgh Mooers Plattsburgh

$95,000 $172,000 $110,900 $103,000 $6,250 $3,750 $232,800 $169,900 $353,000 $27,000 $200

Michael and Michelle Hazel John and Deborah Linney David Harp Patrick and Seana Remillard Dillon Snell and Victoria Reynolds Theodore and Nicole Santaniello Thomas Reyell Federal National Mortgage Association Nathan and Lauren LaValley Bruce and Jane Hallberg James and Joseph Vanvalkenburg Chris LaBarge GirouxÕ s Poultry Farm Inc Timothy and Amy Hooper Steven Bechard Jonathan Cheney David McGillin

Mooers $165,000 City of Plattsburgh $165,000 Town of Plattsburgh $98,000 Peru $20,000 Champlain $116,600 City of Plattsburgh $165,000 Schuyler Falls $4,650 Saranac $129,308 Town of Plattsburgh $200,000 Black Brook $198,000 Town of Plattsburgh $2,000 Ellenburg $36,250 Chazy $99,000 Beekmantown $193,000 Beekmantown $4,750 Ellenburg $4,100 Champlain $7,700

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8 Church Lane LLC filed Lifetime Warranty. articles of organization Call Bill @ 1-866-272-7533 with SOS of NY on www.uscustomwindowsdoors.com 5/26/2015. Principal ofBBB accredited since 2015 fice is in Essex County, New York. The SOS of LEGALS NY is designated as NOTICE BY PUBLICA- agent for service of proTION OF FORMATION cess against the LLC, OF LIMITED LIABILITY and SOS shall mail a COMPANY copy of process in any 68 Hand Avenue LLC action or proceeding filed articles of organiza- against the LLC to 2351 tion with SOS of NY on County Route 10, Wad6/3/2015. Principal of- hams, NY 12993. The fice is in Essex County, LLCs purpose is to enNew York. The SOS of gage in any lawful activiNY is designated as ty. agent for service of pro- VN-6/6-7/11/15-6TCcess against the LLC to 84056 Keith A. Morgan, 222 Laurel Lane, Haverford, NOTICE OF FORMATION PA 19041. The LLC's OF LIMITED LIABILITY purpose is to engage in COMPANY (“LLC”) any lawful activity.

Adirondack Property VN-06/13-07/18/2015Caretakers, LLC. Articles 6TC-84993 of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NOTICE BY PUBLICA- New York (SSNY) on TION OF FORMATION June 11, 2015 for busiOF LIMITED LIABILITY ness conducted from an COMPANY office located in Essex 8 Church Lane LLC filed County, NY. The “SSNY” articles of organization is designated as agent of with SOS of NY on the “LLC” upon whom 5/26/2015. Principal of- process against it may be served. “SSNY” shall fice is in Essex County, New York. The SOS of mail a copy of any proNY is designated as cess to the “LLC” at: agent for service of pro- 291 Stickney Bridge cess against the LLC, Road, Jay, NY 12941. and SOS shall mail a VN-06/27-08/01/2015copy of process in any 6TC-86256 action or proceeding against the LLC to 2351 County Route 10, Wadhams, NY 12993. The LLCs purpose is to engage in any lawful activity.

VN-6/6-7/11/15-6TC84056

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“LLC”) Adirondack Property Caretakers, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 11, 2015 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. 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: 291 Stickney Bridge Road, Jay, NY 12941.

VN-06/27-08/01/20156TC-86256

CAKE PLACID, LLC filed Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/8/15. Office location, Essex County. SSNY has been designated agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and mail process to the LLC at 14 Mirror Lake Drive, PO Box 948, Lake Placid, NY 12946. Principal address is 14 Mirror Lake Drive, PO Box 948, Lake Placid, NY. Purpose: any lawful act under Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Act. VN-06/27-08/01/20156TC-86475

DRAPER'S ACRES, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 06/18/2015. Office in Essex Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 4582 Cascade Rd., Lake Placid, NY 12946, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

VN-07/04-08/08/20156TC-86849 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC): FITZGERALD ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATES, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with SSNY on 04/02/2015. New York Office Location: Essex County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon who process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: Fitzgerald Environmental Associates LLC., 18 Severance Green, Suite 203, Colchester, VT 05446.

Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

VN-06/06-07/11/20156TC-84356

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC): FITZGERALD ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATES, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with SSNY on 04/02/2015. New York Office Location: Essex County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon who process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: Fitzgerald Environmental Associates LLC., 18 Severance Green, Suite 203, Colchester, VT 05446.

Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

VN-06/06-07/11/20156TC-84356

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) Name: Haley Plumbing and Heating, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on June 12, 2015 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. The “SSNY” is designated as the agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may be served. “SSNY” shall mail a copy of any process to the “LLC” at 12100 NYS Route 9N, Upper Jay, NY 12987.

VN-07/04-08/08/20156TC-86685

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FOR SALE 14x80 3 bedroom, 2 bath completely redone mobile home in the City of Plattsburgh, low utilities, very affordable, Pricing 518-293-8801.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) Name: Haley Plumbing and Heating, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on June 12, 2015 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. The “SSNY” is designated as the agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may be served. “SSNY” shall mail a copy of any process to the “LLC” at 12100 NYS Route 9N, Upper Jay, NY 12987.

VN-07/04-08/08/20156TC-86685 JBEA PROPERTIES, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 06/22/2015. Office in Essex Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 12 Morningside Dr., Ste. 1, Lake Placid, NY 12946, which is also the principal business location.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

VN-07/04-08/08/20156TC-86991 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“LLC”) Miss Erin's Little Ones, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on April 9, 2015 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. The “SSNY” is designated as the agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may be served “SSNY” shall mail a copy of any process to the “LLC” at 1399 Route 9, Keeseville, NY 12944.

VN-06/13-07/18/20156TC-85065

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“LLC”) Miss Erin's Little Ones, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on April 9, 2015 for business conducted from an office located in Essex County, NY. The “SSNY” is designated as the agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may be served “SSNY” shall mail a copy of any process to the “LLC” at 1399 Route 9, Keeseville, NY 12944.

VN-06/13-07/18/20156TC-85065 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Moon Valley Farm LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/5/15. Office location: Essex County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 127 Holland Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994. Purpose: any lawful activity.

VN-06/20-07/25/20156TC-85689

WILDERNESSCAPES PROPERTIES LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 10/27/14.

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

SSNY shall mail process to Johnathan A. Esper, 1235 Haselton Rd., Wilmington, NY 12997.

General purpose.

VN-06/13-07/18/20156TC-85137

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