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Mechanicville
Just Cats Veterinary Clinic Expands with New Mechanicville Location
Mechanicville, June 18, 2025
Just Cats Veterinary Clinic, the Capital Region’s only feline-exclusive veterinary practice, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Mechanicville, NY on August 4, 2025. The move represents a major expansion for the locally owned clinic, offering triple the space and expanded services to better serve its growing clientele.
Founded over 30 years ago by Dr. Susan Sikule, Just Cats has built a reputation for compassionate, specialized care tailored exclusively for cats. With existing
clinics in Guilderland and Saratoga Springs, the practice has long provided full-service veterinary care, including surgery, dentistry, vaccinations, senior pet wellness, and advanced diagnostics— all in a cat-friendly environment.
The new Mechanicville clinic replaces the smaller Saratoga Springs location and will feature:
• Five exam rooms
• Dedicated surgical and dental suites
• Modern treatment areas
• Ample on-site parking
• Improved accessibility at a major intersection
“The new space allows us to provide more comprehensive care and accommodate more patients in a safer, more comfortable environment,” said Missy Filarecki, Certified Veterinary Practice Manager and clinic administrator. “It also opens the door for future growth, including hiring additional staff and expanding services.”
Dr. Sikule added, “We’re excited to bring high-quality, feline-only veterinary care to Mechanicville and the surrounding communities. Our clients know the difference that a specialized clinic makes in their cat’s health—and we’re proud
to continue that tradition in this new space.”
Just Cats Veterinary Clinic remains independently owned and operated, a rarity in today’s veterinary industry. The practice is currently welcoming new clients and actively seeking an additional veterinarian to join the team.
Grand Opening Details:
• Location: 7 Price Chopper Plaza, Mechanicville, NY 12118
• Date: August 4, 2025
• Website: www.justcatsvet.com
• Contact: info@justcatsvet.com | (518) 4562287
FIREPIT SALE
Dr. Susan Sikule
Schaghticoke Fair Entry Time!
Cwith Donna M. Bove
INGREDIENTS
• 8-10 large carrots
• Salt and pepper
• 1/4 c butter, melted
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
• Freshly shredded parmesan cheese and parsley for topping
INSTRUCTIONS
• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. On a sheet pan, line carrots in a single layer. In a small bowl add melted butter, olive oil, garlic and parm cheese. Pour on top of carrots and toss to coat.
• Roast 20-25 minutes (turn once) til carrots are brown and tender Top with grated parm cheese and chopped parsley.
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by Nancy O’Donnell
alling all home gardeners and homemakers…. youth, adults and seniors in addition to florists, farmers, school gardens and landscapers. It’s that time of the year, that Schaghticoke Fair entry time of the year! This is your chance to be part of the 3rd oldest county fair in New York State, celebrating 206 years!
This year’s fair theme is ‘Magic of the Fair’ and residents of all surrounding counties are welcome to exhibit in the Family Living Center.
So, what can you enter? For homemakers and bakers of all ages...the Homemaking-Food
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Casal Garcia Vinho Branco from Portugal This Portuguese white is known for its freshness, fruity sweetness, and slight effervescence. A refreshing blend of four Portuguese grapes, it offers versatile pairing
Department has categories for canned fruit and vegetables, jams and jellies, pickled veggies and condiments made from your garden’s harvest. Do you have a family bar-be-que sauce or secret raspberry jam that could cast its magical spell on the judges? Let’s taste it!
Maybe baking is more your fancy or better yet something you do with your children or grandkids! They can absolutely get in on entering with countless cookie categories, doughnuts, candies, cakes, quick and yeast breads. Try your imagination at cake or cupcake decorating or take this year’s theme and create a ‘magical’ masterpiece. Lest we forget pies…there is a best pie award, first place wins $50 and second place $25, sponsored by Dave Tarbox.
The Vegetable Department gives fair participants 100’s of entry possibilities, the entry book lists them all. Every veggie you can think ▶
Eric Connors Proprietor
Reorganization at Mechanicville School Board
Mechanicville, July 14
In a change of officers, John Taglione was elected as President of the Mechanicville Board of Education and Nichole Gorsky was elected as Vice-President. New member Pat Greenhall was welcomed to the board.
▶ of, including odd-shaped veggies, manipulated growth (a cucumber growing through rings or maybe a giant zucchini squeezing out a birdfeeder) and vegetable sculptures…it’s the magic of your imagination.
Grains and grasses, hops and herbs, crazy towering field cornstalks, tallest sunflower (awarded $25 from Brunswick Agway), largest pumpkin ($100, $50 $25 prizes from Tarbox Family Farm) and biggest tomato ($25 from Grab Family). Let’s not forget scarecrows, funniest, scariest and this year ‘Magical’.
The Flower Department with all its bouquets, arrangements, houseplants, window boxes, porch planters and hanging baskets. Cut flowers of any annual, perennial and wildflower you can think of! There is a category for largest plant…do you have a massive philodendron? Indoor tree? Hanging basket or African Violet? Bring it on and let the competition begin!
Lining the wall are always spectacular wreaths made from nature, here’s hoping many will be ‘magical’ this year! Most ingenious are the entries for ‘Recycled Garden Tool Sculptures’…do you have an old rake head or tractor seat…what can you create from it? (1st prize $25, 2nd prize $15, and 3rd prize $10). On the elegant side are the table settings…so much to consider.
After a combined 60 plus years of being the Family Living Center Superintendents, of Homemaking, Vegetables and Flowers…these ladies will be passing the torch at the end of this fair. Let’s give them a very well deserved send off by packing the FLC with a record-breaking number of entries!
Be part of the 206th Schaghticoke Fair… enter your garden or farm’s bounty and flood the Family Living Center with ‘Magic’. Entry deadline is Friday, August 15th. You can enter online at www.schaghticokefair.org
The Board approved the renewal of the School Resource Officer (SRO) Program for the upcoming school year. Through the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, the cost is $85,217.48. The board approved the following personnel reccomendations:
PERSONNEL
• Colleen DiCaprio resigned as Business Manager, effective on/about August 29.
• Dan Dieckmann’s tenure as Elementary School Principal was approved effective July 24.
• Suzanne LeForestier retired as School Psychologist effective June 27. She will work on a per diem part time basis.
• Heidi Hubbard was terminated as a Teacher Aide effective June 18.
• Catherine Stanich resigned as a Physical Education Teacher effective June 30.
• Amelia Izzo resigned as a School Social Worker effective June 27.
• Jonathan Granger was granted a 4-year probationary appointment as Chorus/Music Teacher effective September 2.
• Dominic was granted a 4-year probationary appointment as a Technology Teacher.
• Volleyball Jr. Varsity, Nyisha Vedder ...... $3750
• Volleyball Volunteer, Lynn Dorr
• Soccer Varsity Boys, Michael Ciulla $4750
• Soccer Jr. Varsity Boys, Steven Ciulla $3750
• Soccer Mod Boys, Tyler Kraszewski $3250
• Soccer Varsity Girls, George Dudas,...... $4750
• Soccer Modified Girls, Joey Smith $3250
• Cheerleading Varsity Girls, Alexa Gwynn $3250
• Football Varsity Head Coach, Sean Kennedy $4750
• Football Varsity Assist. Matt Campion $3750
• Football Junior Varsity, Joey Palladino $3750
• Football Junior Varsity, Alex Lilac ........... $3750
• Football Junior Varsity, Cody Hayner ..... $3750
• Football Assist 1(mod), Walter Crowther $3250
• Football Assist 2(mod), Tyler Prendergast $3250
• Football Varsity Volunteer Rian Konifca
• Football Varsity Volunteer Greg Caswell
• Golf Varsity, Tim Sheehan $3750
• Golf Junior Varsity, Jimmy Mariano ........ $3250
TO THE EDITOR
Zoning Change?
o City Council members:
I want to make you aware of some of my concerns, prior to the public hearing, because you likely have information that I don’t have that will affect my public comments. Neither the add placed in The Express, nor the item listed on the agenda for a public hearing, regarding some sort of Zoning Change, is clear. It hasn’t been transparent in any notices/resolutions about why this zoning change is critical; and whether multiple use buildings are not allowed
elsewhere in the City.
I will be asking all members:
1) to have an accurate and up-to-date City of Mechanicville Zoning Map available for themselves, and all attendees at the public hearing.
2) the advertised public notice incorrectly identifies Code 200-15 as the “Industrial Zone”. Mechanicville has two zones that are defined as industrial. None have defined boundaries other than a reference to a 1962 map.
3) did the planning and zoning appeals board or the Building department consider, comment, or request this change? Please bring copies of their comments or meeting minutes regarding their input/response.
4) in the past, the City did not follow proper State and County procedures when it reverted some or all of a particular area of the City from a Planned Development District back to a proposed Light Industrial District. It isn’t clear if that proposed change was ever approved. And as such there may no longer be a light indus-
From The Express, 3/30/04
trial zone in an area defined by the NYS DEC.
5) please include for the public, any written communication between Saratoga county director of Planning or the Planning commission concerning these undefined, planning changes.
6) please include any written communication between the City and NYS DEC regarding how any of this proposed change will be impacted by the 2010 Record of Decision. https://extapps. dec.ny.gov/data/DecDocs/E546050/ROD.ERP. E546050.2010-02-19.FINAL.pdf
7) include evidence that the owners of all of the affected parcels were notified as stipulated, along with the owners of all abutting parcels.
8) since there was another massive spot-zoning change the City recently adopted in a similar irregular manner; and that multiple City consultants have advised the City to adopt a Formbased zoning code, that is in use in most surrounding municipalities. The City should instruct the Planning Commission and Zoning Appeals Board to employ a consultant familiar with this Form-Based approach, so that the PC/ZBA can discuss and employ a more flexible zoning and planning method rather than erratic amendments to the 1944 base-code currently in place.
Ray Martin Mechanicville
Mechanicville Baseball Championships
The 2025 Section 2 Baseball Championship earned by Mechanicville was the 3rd in school history. It had been presumed this year ‘s championship was the first in school history. Mechanicville in fact won championships in 1959 and 1971. Ralph Maru was the coach of the 1971 team.
Thanks to Bob Murphy for bringing this to our attention.
LLocal Artist: Jane Morrison
ocal Mechanicville artist, Jane Morrison, is currently showing her work at the Clifton Park Senior Center through the end of July. Jane is a member of the Southern Saratoga Art Society. She is an acrylic artist who enjoys painting. Jane also illustrated a children’s book “Monet the Mouse: Loves Christmas” available on Amazon.
Family Day
photos by Rebecca Jenkins
Town Board
Stillwater, July 17
The Board passed three resolutions pertaining to the environment.
Through the Dept. of Environmental Conservation the town will apply for a grant to stabilize the shoreline at Brown’s Beach. The town would like to stabilize 300’ of shoreline at the beach. The method used will be tree wadding which is a clump of trees to maintain the integrity of the shoreline.
Saratoga Lake Protection & Improvement District and the 4 municipalities adjoining Saratoga Lake wish to control the number of boats on the lake. They will apply to Hudson River Valley Greenway to determine the feasibility of regulating the construction and operation of docks. The Town of Stillwater requests $30,000. The City of Saratoga Springs, SLPID, and the towns of Malta and Saratoga will contribute $T40,000. The total grant application is $70,000. Three rain gardens will be installed, two at Brown’s Beach and one at Glen Hollw Park. After a water quality study by Labella it was determined these depressions will help reduce runoff. They will be filled with planting soil, mulch, and plant materials. The board will entertain bids for this project.
Surplus Vehicles
The Mechanicville Police Dept. purchased the 2017 Ford Canine Unit on for $7,500.
The Village of Hoosick Falls purchased the surplus 2021 Ford Interceptor for $10,000. Town Clerk Danielle Cowin reminded residents door to door salesmen must be registered. Ther have been reports of unlicensed salesmen going door to door.
Beth Hein is the new Deputy Town Clerk. She will start work in August.
Police Activities Report for June 2025
There were 90 complaints and request for service, 7 arrests, 27 tickets were issued, 6 motor vehicle crashes, 18 assists to other agencies, and 118 property checks. There were a total of 248 calls for service.
Stillwater & Malta
Case and McBride to Share with Schuylerville
Stillwater, July 15
The Village Board agreed to an agreement with the Village of Schuylerville. Under the terms of the agreement Bureau of Fire Inspector Laurence Case will split his duties between the two villages. John McBride, former Hillcrest Fire Chief, will now be the Code Enforcement Officer for each village. Case will step down from his position as Code Enforcement and will serve as a deputy to McBride if needed.
Village Engineer Ed Hernandez will be retiring at the end of the year. Mayor Judy Wood-Zeno will be contacted a few different firms to possibly succeed Ed.
The first meeting of the Winterfest Committee will be held on August 14th at 6 PM in the Village
The Knickerbocker Mansion & The Emma Foundation Breakfast Buffett is Back
The Knickerbocker Historical Society and Emma’s Foundation invite you to attend EMMA’S BREAKFAST BUFFET on Sunday, August 3 from 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m at the Knickerbocker Mansion, 132 Knickerbocker Road, Schaghticoke, New York 12154.
We will be serving our famous Egg & Cheese Casserole, Fruited French Toast, Buckwheat Pancakes and much more. Let us do the cooking so you can enjoy breakfast under the Pavilion or as take out! Proceeds will fund the Emma Foundation providing scholarships for students at the Waldorf School of Saratoga. Call 518 5887130 to reserve.
Mansion tours will be available.
The Knickerbocker Historical Society and the Emma Foundation are 501-C3 non-profit organizations. www.knickmansion.com For further information call 518 248-6676.
Hall. Winterfest will coincide with the December tree lighting.
Wood-Zeno said the Canal Corp would now like the Village to take possession of the canal boat. Underbrush around the park will have to be cleared so the Hudson can be seen from the canal boat.
The Mayor would like the comprehensive plan to be updated. She will contact Chazen about possible grants.
Regarding Ferry Lane a lock box will be installed so garbage trucks and other large trucks can turn around in the Waterworks at the end of Ferry Lane. County Waste agreed but Twin Bridges did not.
Real Estate & Home Improvement
Free snacks for everyone who attends the Village meeting
Local SkillsUSA Student Awarded Aerotek Scholarship
WILL RECEIVE UP TO $5,000 FOR THE FALL 2025 TERM
Casey Wolff, of Johnsonville, New York, a career and technical education student from Robert H Gibson Technical School, has been awarded an Aerotek “Make Your Mark” scholarship of up to $5,000 to be used for the Fall 2025 term at a community college, technical college, certificate program or apprenticeship program. The scholarship can be used toward tuition, books, tools or other approved direct educational expenses. Applicants must be engaged in continuing education/career training in Construction; Manufacturing; Transportation, Distribution & Logistics; Telecommunications Cabling Training; and Electronics Technology or Industrial Engineering Technology. Aerotek invests in the communities it serves by establishing partnerships that help empower people to achieve both their personal and professional aspirations. SkillsUSA and Aerotek’s “Make Your Mark” scholarships provide financial assistance for those
Schaghticoke & Hoosic Valley
Appointments of Thomas Santandera as Chief Fiscal Officer and Leonard Claus as Public Health Director
July 14, 2025
Two new department heads for Rensselaer County have been confirmed, with both appointees ready to continue county efforts to protect taxpayers and improve quality of life, County Executive Steve McLaughlin announced.
The Rensselaer County Legislature unanimously confirmed the appointments of Thomas Santandera as Chief Fiscal Officer and Leonard Claus as Public Health Director, at the July legislative meeting.
As Chief Fiscal Officer, Santandera supervises the financial management and fiscal well-being of the county. The Finance Department led by Santandera is the point of payment and receipt for county funds, includes management and oversight of county funds and assets and coordinates interaction with banks, auditors and the bond markets, among other duties. Santandera has worked with the county for the past 13 years and served as deputy CFO during the past five years. Prior to working with the county, he worked as an auditor for corporate and insurance organizations.
He succeeds Mark Wojcik, who retired recently as CFO.
As Public Health Director, Claus oversees services to protect public health through response to public health emergencies and disasters, permitting of septic systems, restaurant and food service inspections, other public distribution of food, specific immunization services, and distribution of health information and educational materials. The department also encourages health choices by teenagers and adults, coordinates information and responses to opioid abuse
He succeeds Mary Fran Wachunas, who retired recently from the position. A lifelong resident of the county, he has worked for the county for 11 years and was appointed deputy in January 2022.
▶ pursuing continued skills education.
“The ‘Make Your Mark’ scholarship program supports the SkillsUSA career model and expands the talent pipeline by removing barriers of entry to education and training,” said David “D.J.” Jordan, director of DE&I and corporate social responsibility at Aerotek. “Through collaboration with SkillsUSA and industry leaders, we are creating new pathways for the future generation of skilled trade leaders.”
“Our partnership with Aerotek is helping to shape a stronger, more prepared workforce by removing financial barriers that too often stand in the way of opportunity,” said Chelle Travis, executive director of SkillsUSA. “These scholarships directly support the next generation of skilled professionals, giving them the resources to complete their training and contribute meaningfully to their communities and our nation’s economy.”
JULY 24 thru JULY 26, 2025
Toys, clothing (some brand new with tags on), housewares, & much more… All Must Go!
Food and baked goods also available. For information, please call 518-496-4985.
Thursday, July 24th, EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $5 admission for best deals!
Friday, July 25th, $5 for a bag of clothes! Saturday, July 26th, buy two bags at $4/each, get third bag free!
Aerotek Scholarship continues
L-R: Leonard Claus, Public Health Director, County Executive Steve McLaughlin, Thomas Santandera as Chief Fiscal Officer
Hoosic Valley Central School District
Reorganization Meeting
Oby Christine Barton —Hoosic Valley
n July 1, 2025 in advance of the Regular Board of Education meeting an annual reorganization meeting took place for the Hoosic Valley Central School District. Heidi Pascarella, District Clerk was appointed as the temporary chairperson to facilitate the reorganization meeting for the 2025-26 school year. Kyle Schmidt and David Dean, newly elected board member were administered the oath of office. Their four-year terms will run from 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2028. Additionally, a resolution was passed that student Anna Grace Maccia be appointed as the Ex-Officio, student board member effective July1, 2025 and ending on June 30, 2026. This will be the first time Hoosic Valley has had a student serve as a member of the Board of Education. Her oath will be administered at another time as she was not present at the reorganization meeting.
Existing President, Karen Carlson was re-elected to serve again as the President of the Board of Education and Denise Reilly, existing Vice President, was re-elected to serve again as the Vice President of the Board of Education. They were also administered the oath of office.
The Hoosic Valley Central School District is governed by a seven-member Board of Education that serves to oversee the operations of the school district. Each board member is elected by district voters and serves for a fouryear term. In addition to the newly elected board member and the President and Vice President, additional members of the Hoosic Valley Board of Education include, Joe Thompson, Amanda Akin, and Margaret Rice.
In addition to the election of officers and the administration of the oaths of office this annual meeting also includes the review and approval of other official responsibilities that are necessary to ensure the organizational operations of the district. The board approved resolutions for various district appointments, committees, responsibilities and designations for the 2025-26 school year.
The agenda and minutes of the reorganization meeting and the regular board meeting from July 1, 2025 in their entirety are available on the school website at https://www.hoosicvalley.k12. ny.us
The Board of Education meeting calendar is also available on the website. The public is invited to attend all regular meetings either in person or virtually.
The Valley Falls Library Art Matters Wall Features Local Artist Janet Folkman: “One Ink at a Time.”
by Christine Barton
Janet Folkman is the current featured artist on the Valley Falls Free Library Art Matters Wall. This wall was designed to showcase the unique work of local artists. Janets work will be on display during the months of July and August 2025.
A small reception and meet and greet was held at the library at 5pm on Tuesday, June 15, 2025. This reception allowed the community to get to know the artist, ask questions and view her unique work. Janet named her business, “One Ink at a Time.” “I chose this name because you can only do one ink at a time, “ she says.
Janet Folkman grew up in Rhode Island. She moved to the Capital District to pursue her Graduate Degree in Social Work. She met her husband Gerard Coleman who is originally from the area. They later married and moved to the Town of Schaghticoke in 1996. The Hoosic Valley community is where they have called home ever since. Janet has practiced social work for over 41 years. Many know her from Hoosic Valley Central School where she worked from 1996 to 2006 as a Social Worker contracted through a Rensselaer County sponsored program. She left for a few years then returned in 2016 as a district employee. She retired from Hoosic Valley in 2022. She is
proud of her career and loves the area. Since her retirement she has more time to dedicate to her art. It was only about three years ago that I really started to focus solely on my art, she says. Janet has always had an artistic flare. She knew she could draw and had a creative mind; however, it was not until about eight years ago she began cultivating that talent. I was not an artist before she notes. While I had taken art classes as a kid, I never pursued it until recently. I know I could draw and had a talent but I was more of a crafty artist. A friend in Syracuse introduced her to Alcohol Art. This was an art medium that interested her. It was simple and inexpensive and I could be creative with it she says. Janet found a class that helped her to learn more about this medium. She enjoyed it and began to explore it more. Janet described alcohol inks like this: “Sharpies are alcohol-based markers. If you draw on something non porous and drop some rubbing alcohol on the sharpie ink, the ink begins to “bloom” meaning it gets liquidy.” Janet says her favorite part of the process is watching the ink transform. Mastering the ink has taken a while but she loves a challenge.
Janet says, “I started making things, painting and dabbing in different crafts. It allowed me to combine my painting and my crafts to create ▶
▶ different things, she says. I get excited when I discover things that I can use in my art. I look around a thrift stores, find materials and get ideas which inspires me to create artwork. There are never-ending ideas, products and techniques out there she says. Her work includes traditional paintings, craft boxes, jewelry, vases, ornaments and other unique creations. She also makes custom items as they are requested. There is no special request she will not consider. For her collection she always gives a special name to each of her pieces of artwork. Some of her work includes: “August”” Blue Flower and ,“Beach.” My favorite piece of work are things that I have made for special people in my life. I have a lot of different styles that are inspired by others. Janet says, “I began building my collection and then looked for opportunities to grow.” Currently she has been involved with the local Christmas Around the Corner, area craft shows and other area opportunities as they come up. I have a ton of different styles of art but I focus primarily on Alcohol Ink because I can do so much with it, she says. This is my primary hobby
which she spends a great deal of time on. Her art and pets are her passion.
She cultivates her talent and works on things just about every night. She also is involved with local groups and friends that share her interest for creativity and art. A few friends and myself began a virtual painting group a few years ago. We get together and share ideas and give each other feedback on our work. She has another group of friends that get together weekly. They do crafts, have dinner and complete projects. These are all ways that we can I support each other’s talent and share ideas, she says.
I never intended to grow to this level she say but it is exciting. She does craft fairs at the local Tiashoke Farm and will be participating in their Fridays on Forty events in September and October. As well, she has scheduled demonstrations the weekend of July 18th at an art shop in Greenwich. Janet is teaching a class on intro to Alcohol Ink on August 19th from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Valley Falls Library. There is more information on the library website about Janet and the upcoming opportunities available to the community.
Janet is excited for this current opportunity to showcase her work. Someone mentioned the Art matters Wall in the Valley Falls Library and it intrigued her so she investigated it further and loved the idea, so she got involved. The people at the library were so incredibly kind and encouraging. I am not looking at making money, my prices are reasonable because my work is a labor of love. Janet looks forward to future opportunities to share her work with the community.
Janets paintings are currently on display and for sale at the Valley Falls Library during the months of July and August. Janet also has a Facebook page with more information about her work as well as a showcase of her items for sale. She can be reached at “One Ink At A Time or via email at folkmanjanet@gmail.com
The library will host an open house at the Valley Falls Free Library on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10am.
Hey, God!
by Sandy McBride
This child needs us. He’s going to grow up, but he needs our help. You can’t do it alone and neither can I. I’ll push, you pull.
He needs to work hard . . .
He needs to play.
He needs to be wary . . .
He needs to trust.
He needs to be competitive . . .
He needs a sense of fair play.
He needs to be confident . . .
He needs to be humble.
He needs commitment . . .
He needs to be a free spirit.
He needs to be strong . . .
He needs to be gentle.
He needs discipline . . .
He needs understanding.
He needs to be honest . . .
He needs to think before he speaks.
He needs independence . . .
He needs love.
He needs me . . .
He needs You.
Together, God, You and I can perform the balancing act that’s needed to raise him right. Let’s do it!
BOOK NOOK
Where We’ve Been
by Sandy McBride
“Where We’ve Been” is the fourth of Sandy McBride’s “best of the Express” books of articles on the history of our hometown, the good happenings and the fine people who live here, as well as the travels she has enjoyed. Some remembrances of events in our nation’s history are also included.
Sandy has been writing for The Express since 2006, and has written nearly 1200 stories of local interest
Autographed copies are available for only $15 each at The Express office and Country Living Center in Mechanicville. Also available from Amazon.com and locally from the author
A Boomer. A Zoomer.
Schaghticoke Revolutionary War Veterans in the 1840 Census: Nathaniel Robinson
by Chris Kelly, town historian of Schaghticoke
As I have mentioned before, there were five men listed in the 1840 US Census for Schaghticoke who had served in the Revolutionary War- old men. This week I will write about the third of them, Nathaniel Robinson.
Nathaniel was born in 1759 in Peekskill, NY. He enlisted in a regular or line regiment of Connecticut troops in 1777 and served for three years. He served under Generals Huntington and Anthony Wayne. The soldiers of the regular regiments were full-time soldiers. Nathaniel fought in the battle of Germantown, Pennsylvania on October 4, 1777, and the battle of Monmouth, New Jersey on June 28, 1778. In between, he was with the Army through the brutal winter at Valley Forge. He was wounded in the leg at the battle of Monmouth and spent three months in the hospital. He was “lame and infirm” for life. Despite the wound, his pension application states he was at the “storming of Stony Point,” a night-time attack on that fortress on the Hudson River by the elite of the men of General Anthony Wayne on July 16, 1779. Nathaniel must have had an amazing constitution overall, to survive poor food and clothing, the physical demands of marching and fighting, and a wound with terrible medical treatment in an unsanitary hospital.
After the war, Nathaniel married Susanna Hamblin. Their first child was born in 1784, their last, Samuel in 1809 in Schaghticoke. I don’t know where they lived in between. By 1818, just three of a number of children survived: Samuel and his sisters Sally and Lucy. That year, the US passed an act awarding pensions to men who had served in the “line” regiments of the American Army in the Revolution. Nathaniel applied at once, fortunate to have the strong support of Josiah Masters, local resident and First Judge of Rensselaer County. Masters added a note to the application: “I am personally acquainted with Nathaniel Robinson and he is very poor and in want of assistance from his country. Indeed both his
revolutionary service and poverty is (sic) a matter of common notoriety in this part of the country.” Nathaniel was awarded $8 per month, about $150 per month today. At the time, his two youngest children lived with him and wife Susan, aged 53. Sally was 14 and Samuel 10.
As part of the pension application, Nathaniel submitted an inventory of his possessions. He
didn’t have to include his bedding and clothes as they were considered essential. He had no real estate, but had vegetables in a hired garden worth $10. He had a 12-year-old cow worth $15, three pigs worth $6, four chickens worth 50 cents, one axe, one hoe, two pails, one iron kettle, four knives, three iron spoons, one pot and a tea kettle, one basin, three bowls, two jugs, one bottle, one tumbler, one churn, one griddle, three cups and saucers, one small spinning wheel, one loom, two shuttles, one broom, two baskets, one shovel and tongs, four plates, one spider, and one iron crane. A spider is a frying pan with legs, for use over an open fire by placing it on a crane. The total value was about $50, and Nathaniel owed about $60. The Robinsons must have led a very basic existence indeed. Susanna did have the tools to make fabric- not everyone had a loom- so that was a potential source of income.
Nathaniel died April 1, 1842, wife Susanna the following year. They are buried in the Brookins Cemetery, on the west side of Route 40 in the Melrose part of town. I am sure they lived nearby. Son Samuel lived on in the area until his death in 1891. He is buried in Elmwood Cemetery.
General “Mad” Anthony Wayne
Waterford & Halfmoon
Halfmoon Town Board Meeting
by Vince Gallagher
The Halfmoon Town Board meeting took place on Wednesday, July 16 at the Halfmoon Town Hall. After calling the meeting to order, Town Supervisor Kevin Tollisen brought forth resolutions for board approval.
Resolution #205 authorizes the supervisor to enter into a land lease and agreement with Green Community Development, LLC. This will utilize town property for solar energy purposes, and it also authorizes the supervisor to execute any necessary documentation to effectuate this agreement. This is subject to the review and approval of the town attorney.
A resolution also approves the Superintendent of Highways to determine that four F-350 pickup truck bodies owned by the Town of Halfmoon, should be sold or otherwise disposed of on Auctions International. It has been determined that they are no longer of use to the town; this is also subject to the review and approval of the town attorney.
Another resolution, introduced by Town Comptroller Laurie Sullivan, creates project budgetary accounts within the Capital Projects Fund for a project known as the Brookwood Road Water Main Extension. The goal of this project is to improve the reliability of the water supply while also increasing the longevity of the town’s infrastructure. The project includes installation of approximately 3,700 linear feet of water main, seven hydrants, and six valves. Budgetary accounts from the Town of Halfmoon Water Fund brings estimated revenue at $1,625,000 for the project.
A public hearing then took place which authorized the Devitt Road and Sunset Boulevard Water Main Replacement Project. Aging infrastructure has several water main breaks in this location. The project is estimated at $1.1 million, which will paid through the Capital Reserve Fund. Construction is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2026.
Information from the town meeting also included several community events scheduled for the summer and fall season in Halfmoon.
The Halfmoon Celebrations Association Inc. presents Movie Night in the Park, Friday, July 25 and Friday, August 22 at 8:15 p.m. at the Halfmoon Town Park, 162 Route 236. This is a free event; however, donations are greatly appreciated. A Red Cross blood drive will take place Tuesday August 5 from 1p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Halfmoon Town Hall.
A “Concert in the Park”, featuring The British Vinyl Band, is scheduled for Friday, August 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Halfmoon Town Park. Again, this is a free event, however, donations are greatly appreciated. Visit halfmooncelebrations. org for more information.
On Saturday, September 6, the public can take part in an Erie Canal History Walk at the Crescent Park. Join town historian, Lynda Bryan along with the Town of Halfmoon Open Space & Trails Committee, for a walk along the Mohawk River and the old Erie Canal.
The Halfmoon Business and Economic Development will hold a breakfast Tuesday, September 9, at 8:00 a.m. in the Halfmoon Senior Pavilion. The gathering provides an opportunity for local businesses to connect, share ideas, and foster growth.
On Thursday, September 11 a Patriot Day Ceremony takes place at 6 p.m. at the Abele Memorial Park. Military and Emergency Services Members will be participating. For further information, please visit www.townofhalfmon-ny. gov
Halfmoon fall clean-up is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16 and 23, Friday September 19 and 26 from 8 a.m. to noon, and Saturday, September 20 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Town of Halfmoon Transfer Station, located at 322 Route 146, Halfmoon.
The Halfmoon Celebrations Association, Inc. and the Town of Halfmoon also will be presenting the annual Harvest Festival on Saturday September 20, starting at noon and running through 7:30 p.m. There will be vendors, crafters, bounce houses, a rock-climbing wall, and fireworks at dusk.
The next Halfmoon Town Meeting takes place on Wednesday, July 31 at 7:00 p.m. at the Halfmoon Town Hall.
Regional & Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa Board of Trustees Meeting
by Vince Gallagher
The regular meeting of the Ballston Spa Board of Trustees took place Monday, July 14 at the village offices. After the call to order and a pledge to the flag, motions were put forth on the agendas, all of which were approved.
A motion was made which approved the Ballston Spa Lions Club to park cars along the village fence line during Fair week. Proof of liability insurance has been provided.
The Free Spirit Fellowship has been given permission to perform music and offer literature in Iron Spring Park on September 20 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Proof of liability insurance has also been provided here.
A motion was out forth authorizing the Ballston Spa Fire Department be authorized to expend the amount of $2,510.000.00 for a 100’ ladder truck; this also authorizes the mayor to execute paperwork related to this purchase. The board has also acknowledged that the agreement related to this purchase includes a potential price escalation, which is based partly on potential future inflation.
The following is now also declared as surplus equipment foir the department: a 1995 Spartan Pumper truck, a 2013 Ford Explorer, and a 2003 International DT530 Dump Truck. This motion further authorizes the mayor to execute any necessary paperwork. Company #1 is also authorized to spend $9,985.78 for turn-out gear.
The resignation of Tyler Sherman (DPW
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Halfmoon Town Board Meeting
Mechanic) is also accepted effective July 25 of this year.
A contract between the Village of Ballston Spa and The Refrigerators for $2,650 for a performance during Family Fun Day is approved. This again authorizes the mayor to execute this agreement.
Mayor Frank Rossi also spoke of a price quote from “Source Well” pricing for streetlights for Wiswall Park that need to be replaced.
“We’ve been working on this and the park lighting comes to $26,040 and work on three 14foot poles comes to $11,850, totaling $37, 890”.
Next on the agenda was various community announcements. The Park and Tree Board is enthusiastic about the Wiswall Park pavilion and renovations and thanks is given to all involved. The Park and Tree Board is also working on a plan to plant native flowering shrubs in the park. There will also be a “Story Times Under the Stars” before the “Movies in the Park” in Old Iron Spring on August 8.
A reminder was also put out on Committee on the Arts upcoming “Sketch and Print” program. This is set for August 24, 31, and September 7 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Brookside Museum. Participants can preregister with the museum.
In related village news, the Ballston Spa Public Library is now open, and anyone wishing to register for the reading programs can still do so online.
Mayor Frank Rossi and some members of the Board of Trustees also attended the recent ribbon cutting for the opening of “Spoken Boutique”, located in the village at 89 Milton Avenue.
The next Ballston Spa is scheduled for Monday, July 28 at 7:00 p.m. at the village offices.
IT MAKES NO SENSE
ARREST REPORTS
The Police Department recognizes that persons arrested for crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. People reviewing this page should understand that an arrest is often the first step of many in the criminal justice process.
07/14: Arrested: GREGORY, Cole (18), Mechanicville, NY. Charges: Robbery in the Second Degree (Class C Felony); Conspiracy in the Third Degree (Class D Felony); Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree (Class E Felony); Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree (Class A Misdemeanor); Attempted Assault in the Third Degree (Class B Misdemeanor)
On July 11, 2025, members of the Mechanicville Police Department arrested Cole M. Gregory, age 18, following an investigation into a robbery that occurred on June 24, 2025.
It is alleged that Gregory, acting in concert with a 15-year-old juvenile, forcibly stole a pair of sneakers from another juvenile. During the incident, the victim was repeatedly struck in the head, and their eyeglasses were damaged.
Gregory was arraigned in Mechanicville City Court and remanded to the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of bail. He is scheduled to reappear in court at a later date.
The investigation remains active, and additional arrests are anticipated.
Gregory was also charged with Aggravated Harassment in the Second Degree (Class A Misdemeanor) in connection with a separate incident. A warrant had previously been issued for his arrest in that case.
07/16: Arrested: HARES, Werkneh (19) Albany, NY. Charges: Attempted Robbery in the Third Degree (Class E Felony) Attempted Petit Larceny (Class B Misdemeanor).
On Tuesday, July 16, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p m , Mechanicville Police responded to a reported robbed at the Lukoil gas station located at the intersection of William Street and North Main Street.
The clerk reported that a male suspect wearing all-black clothing entered the store and demanded the contents of the cash register.
The suspect then attempted to forcibly remove the register, briefly struggled with the clerk, and fled the scene in a silver SUV.
Office obtained video surveillance footage, secured physical evidence, and issued a BOLO (Be On the LOokout) to surrounding agencies. Shortly afterward, Saratoga County Sherriff’s Deputies and New Work State Police located the vehicle and suspect on Middleline Road.
The suspect was taken into custody, processed, and arraigned. He was released to pretrial services
Mechanicville Police would like to thank the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, and Stillwater Police Department for their assistance in the swift resolution of this case. Notably, the same Lukoil station was the site of a previous robbery in July 2023 In that incident, Justin Q Franz was arrested and is currently serving an eight-year state prison sentence for the offense.
This incident remains under investigation Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Mechanicville Police Department.
Multiple Arrests Made During Family Day
On July 12, 2025, at approximately 5:29 p.m., Mechanicville Police Department units responded to the area of Park Avenue near McDonald’s for a report of individuals threatening others with knives. Officers interviewed several complainants who stated they were approached by a group of unknown males. During the encounter, two members of the group reportedly brandished a knife and charged at the victims while making verbal threats before fleeing the scene.
Two juveniles, ages 16 and 14, were located by officers near South Central Avenue and were taken into custody. Both were charged with Menacing in the Second Degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree (both Class A Misdemeanors). They were released to their guardians. The investigation is ongoing.
In a separate incident at Talmadge Park, a 15-year-old juvenile was arrested and charged with Assault in the Third Degree (Class A Misdemeanor) following an unprovoked attack. Additionally, the Mechanicville Police Department made two arrests for Driving While Intoxicated during Family Day:
Janine M. Galusha, 43, of Schenectady, NY, was charged with Driving While Intoxicated (Misdemeanor), Consuming Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle, and multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.
Ashley Schrimsher, 32, of Mechanicville, was also charged with Driving While Intoxicated (Misdemeanor), Consuming Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle, and various Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.
The Mechanicville Police Department remains committed to the safety and well-being of our community and appreciates the continued support of our residents.
ARREST
RECORDS OF THE MECHANICVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Police Department recognizes that persons arrested for crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. People reviewing this page should understand that an arrest is often the first step of many in the criminal justice process.
07/01: EVANS, SADIE A., 26 of Clifton Park, was charged with felony DWI, Consuming Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle, and misdemeanor Circumventing an Ignition Interlock Device.
07/02: PEER, JAMES M., 38 of Mechanicville, was charged with misdemeanor Stalking 4th Degree.
07/02: PEER, JAMES M., 38 of Mechanicville, was charged with the misdemeanors of Obstructing Governmental Administration and Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree; the felonies of Attempted Burglary in the Second Degree and Assault in the Second Degree; and three counts of the violation Harassment in the 2nd Degree.
07/04: VOGEL, TYLER J., 25 of Schenectady, was charged with misdemeanor DWI.
07/08: WAGNER, ALEXANDRIA L., 35 of Mechanicville, was charged with misdemeanor DWI.
07/11: KENNY, CAITLIN M., 39 of Clifton Park, was arrested on two outstanding warrants.
07/11: GREGORY, COLE M., 18 of Mechanicville, was charged with the felonies of Robbery 2nd Degree, Conspiracy 3rd Degree, and Grand Larceny 4th Degree; and the misdemeanors of Attempted Assault 3rd Degree and Criminal Mischief 4th Degree.
07/11: GREGORY, COLE M., 18 of Mechanicville, was charged with misdemeanor Aggravated Harassment 2nd Degree.
07/12: GALUSHA, JANINE M., 43 of Schenectady, was charged with the misdemeanors of DWI and Operating a Vehicle with a Suspended Registration; and several traffic infractions including Consuming Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle.
07/12: JUVENILE, 16 of Schenectady, was charged with the misdemeanors of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree and Menacing 2nd Degree.
07/12: JUVENILE, 14 of Albany, was charged with the misdemeanors of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree and Menacing 2nd Degree.
07/12: SCHRIMSHER, ASHLEY, 32 of Mechanicville, was charged with misdemeanor DWI, and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations, including Consuming Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle.
07/14: JUVENILE, 16 of Mechanicville, was charged with misdemeanor Assault 3rd Degree.
LOCAL COLLEGE STUDENTS
MORE THAN 600 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS HONORED AT SPRING 2025 COMMENCEMENT
ONEONTA, NY - Six hundred twenty-nine SUNY Oneonta students completed the requirements for a bachelor’s degree following the Spring 2025 semester.
• Michel Ghorayeb of Stillwater earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology - BS/MS Program.
• Jenna Harley of Waterford earned a Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education (1-6).
• Miranda Murray of Waterford earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management.
MORE THAN 200 STUDENTS COMPLETE
GRADUATE PROGRAMS AT SUNY ONEONTA
ONEONTA, NY - Two hundred fifteen SUNY Oneonta graduate students completed the requirements for a master’s degree.
• Kelsey Stewart of Stillwater earned a Master of Science in Education for completing the Literacy Education (B-6) program.
• Michael Thomson of Stillwater earned a Master of Science in Education for completing the Literacy Education (5-12) program.
UTAMPA STUDENT, JILLIAN ARZOUMANIAN EARNED DEAN’S LIST HONORS
TAMPA, FL - Jillian Arzoumanian, of Mechanicville, earned dean’s list honors at University of Tampa as a Senior in the Spring 2025 semester. Arzoumanian is majoring in Marine Science-Biology BS.
PURCHASE COLLEGE CELEBRATES THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF MORE THAN 1,300 STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN NAMED TO THE DEAN’S LIST FOR THE SPRING 2025 SEMESTER
PURCHASE, NY - Purchase College announced that more than 1,300 students were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester.
• Olivia Gietman of Waterford
• Alexander Daniels of Mechanicville
• John Delorenzo of Halfmoon
SUNY DELHI STUDENTS ACHIEVE SPRING 2025 DEAN’S LIST
DELHI, NY - SUNY Delhi congratulates almost 800 students who achieved the Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester.
• Brianna Reed of Mechanicville
• Jacqueline Spath of Mechanicville
HARTWICK COLLEGE
SPRING 2025 DEAN’S LIST
ONEONTA, NY - Hartwick College congratulates the 376 students named to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List. Making the Dean’s List is an indication of excellence in academic work.
• Brianna Blake of Mechanicville
• Addyson Galuski of Waterford
• Kiera Matala of Schaghticoke
HVCC FOUNDATION AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2024-25 ACADEMIC YEAR AT HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE.
TROY, NY - More than 250 of the college’s students were honored by the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation with a variety of academic scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. The honored recipients included the following local students:
• Mariella Pandolfo of Mechanicville, who is studying in the Dental Hygiene academic program. Pandolfo was given the Susan Mae Magill ‘74 Memorial Scholarship.
• Hunter Weber of Halfmoon, who is studying in the Engineering Science academic program. Weber was given the RPI-HVCC Semiconductor Scholars Program Award.
• Mary Martin of Halfmoon, who is studying in the Forensic Science Studies academic program. Martin was given the Dr. Joseph J. Bulmer EOC Scholarship.
Willy Captein - 78
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STILLWATER - Willy Captein, of Stillwater, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Saratoga Hospital. She was 78.
Born on October 11, 1946, in Hoorn, The Netherlands, Willy was the daughter of the late Petrus and Helena (Hoogland) Koedooder. At the age of 10, she emigrated with her family to Brazil, where she attended Colegio de Santa Ines in São Paulo. In her early twenties, she returned to The Netherlands to work at the Brazilian Embassy. In 1974, she married Jacobus (Jaap) Captein, and together they made their home in Saratoga County.
Willy was the heart of Captein Dairy in Stillwater, where she raised three children while milking cows daily, managing a household, and cultivating a flourishing garden. Amidst her many responsibilities, she also earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Empire State College. She was an active member of the Fortnightly Club of Stillwater. In addition, she was a lifelong lover of language and a curious learner who enjoyed word games and encouraged those around her to join in. Her penmanship was meticulous and beautiful—an art form in itself that reflected her attention to detail and care in all things.
by for coffee, butter cookies, and her warm hospitality.
Willy was predeceased by her brothers Wim and Nico.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Jaap, and their children: Leny Jo (Dana), Petra (Bill), and Niek (Diane); as well as her cherished grandchildren: Nathan, Riley, Luke, and Matthew. She is also survived by her siblings Tiny, Theo, and Peter, along with extended family and friends across the United States and around the world.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the teams at Wilton Urgent Care, Wilton EMS, and Saratoga Hospital for their compassion and care.
Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, invite your friends over for a cup of coffee, a delicious baked good, and as the Dutch would say, some gezelligheid.
Online remembrances may be shared at www. chasesmithfamily.com
Her Delft blue kitchen was a favorite gathering place, where friends and family often stopped
Mandy Lynn Rose - 45
MECHANICVILLE – Mandy Lynn Rose, 45, sadly passed away at Saratoga Hospital on July 11, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Born in Schenectady on June 22, 1980, daughter of Donna Poraski Rose of Mechanicville, she was a 1998 graduate of Mechanicville High School.
Mandy was a well-known waitress throughout the area, starting as a young girl at Bubbles Restaurant and most recently at Carson’s Woodside Tavern.
Mandy will be remembered for her quirky sense of humor and her ability to make others smile, along with her many many, shenanigans with her closest friends. She was an old soul who enjoyed the simple things in life, like cooking, crocheting and especially anything Elvis. Most significantly, Mandy’s love for her children and family will never be forgotten.
Tedesco and her fiancé Glenn Taylor, her loving son Connor Andrew, sister Joyce(Jason) Carron, cherished nephew Ryan Carron, her favorite Aunt Neesey and Uncle Gus, half siblings Alicia Rose, Scott Fries, Dakota Rose, and Reese Rose, and her companion Jeff Davis and many other extended family and special friends.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, July 16th from 12 - 2 pm at All Saints on the Hudson, 121 N Main St, Mechanicville. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 2PM, also at All Saints on the Hudson, with burial to follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery in Mechanicville.
ONative New York at the Turning Point Festival
ur Education Department is excited to be joining the Turning Point festival this year at the Champlain Canal Region Gateway Visitors Center for Native New York. On Wednesday August 6th from 11A.M. to 2P.M. Families are invited to stop in for a hands-on and self-paced exploration of Saratoga County’s earliest inhabitants, the Haudenosaunee people. Participants can try a hand at grinding corn, examine how natural materials were used, play with traditional games, and event make a craft to take home.
Survivors, in addition to her mother Donna, include her beloved daughter Jessie Nickole
In lieu of flowers, the family requests making a donation in her name to the Capital District Recovery Center, 45 Colvin Ave Albany, NY 12206. To leave condolences, share memories, and photos you have of Mandy, and for directions to the church, visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the diverse histories of Saratoga County. The History Center offers a variety of innovative, exciting, and educational programming. Please visit the website (www.brooksidemuseum.org) and social media accounts (@SaratogaCoHistory) for news and announcements. Brookside Museum is located at 21 Fairground Avenue in Ballston Spa at the intersection of Front Street, Fairground Avenue, and Charlton Street.
POW/MIA Death Confirmed
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced today that U.S. Army Pvt. Henry J. Smith, 27, of Fulton, New York, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during World War II, was accounted for June 5, 2025.
Smith’s family recently received their full briefing on his identification, therefore, additional details on his identification can be shared.
In late 1942, Smith was a member of the Battery F, 59th Coast Artillery Regiment, when Japanese forces invaded the Philippine Islands in December. Intense fighting continued until the surrender of the Bataan peninsula on April 9, 1942, and of Corregidor Island on May 6, 1942.
Thousands of U.S. and Filipino service members were captured and interned at POW camps. Smith was among those reported captured when U.S. forces in Bataan surrendered to the Japanese. They were subjected to the 65mile Bataan Death March and then held at the Cabanatuan POW camp. More than 2,500 POWs perished in this camp during the war.
According to prison camp and other historical records, Smith died Nov. 1, 1942, and was buried along with other deceased prisoners in the local Cabanatuan Camp Cemetery in Common Grave 704.
Following the war, American Graves Registration Service (AGRS) personnel exhumed 10 sets of remains buried at the Cabanatuan cemetery. However, the remains were unable
to be identified at the time and were buried at the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial (MACM) as Unknowns.
In December 2018, as part of DPAA’s Cabanatuan Project, the remains associated with Common Grave 704 were disinterred and sent to the DPAA laboratory for analysis.
To identify Smith’s remains, scientists from DPAA used dental, anthropological, and isotope analysis, as well as circumstantial evidence. Additionally, scientists from the Armed Forces Medical Examiner System used mitochondrial and Y-chromosome DNA analysis, as well as mitochondrial genome sequencing data.
Although interred as an Unknown in MACM, Smith’s grave was meticulously cared for over the past 70 years by the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC).
Smith will be buried in Holly, Michigan in 2025.
For family and funeral information, contact the Army Casualty Office at (800) 892-2490.
DPAA is grateful to the ABMC and the United States Army for their partnership in this mission.
For additional information on the Defense Department’s mission to account for Americans who went missing while serving their country, visit the DPAA website at www.dpaa.mil or on social media at www.facebook.com/dodpaa, https:// www.linkedin.com/company/dodpaa, https:// www.instagram.com/dodpaa/, or https://x.com/ dodpaa.
BLUE STAR MOTHERS PROVIDE TO OUR SERVICEMEN & WOMEN
For more information contact the Blue Star Mothers at capitalregion2bsm@gmail.com or mail to PO Box 243, Delmar, NY 12054 SOME OF THE NEEDED ITEMS FOR FREEDOM BOXES: (NO PORK ITEMS PLEASE) Insect Repellant Wipes (or non-aerosol), GumHard Candy, Anti-itch cream, Chapsticks, Individual Size Tissues, Mac and Cheese (Microwave Cups), Toothbrushes/toothpaste/floss, Hand and Feet Warmers, Hand Sanitizer (small bottles), Sunflower seeds, Powdered Drink Mix (Individual Size Packets), Pop Tarts, Crossword/ Puzzle Books, Pouch tuna, Pringles (Individual Size Cans), Black Socks, Q-Tips (small boxes), Jerky (no pork please), Shampoo (small size), Deodorant, Fruit snacks, Granola Bars, Rice Crispy Treats, Body wash (travel size), Razors, Crackers (small size packages), Baby wipes (small packages), Monetary donations accepted: It costs $18 per box for postage.
Veterans
The well-being of veterans is a priority here in Saratoga County. In a joint effort by county government to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans living in Saratoga County, in 2011, the County Clerk, Board of Supervisors, and Veterans Service Agency created the “F.A.V.O.R.” (Find & Assist Veterans of Record) Veterans Discount Program.
Under this exciting program, when honorably discharged veterans file their original discharge papers with the County Clerk’s Office, they receive a picture ID card that they can present to local participating merchants that wish to honor them for their service and sacrifice by providing a discount on purchases of goods and services.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Craig A. Hayner, County Clerk
Charles A. Foehser II, Deputy County Clerk
Shauna M. Sutton, Deputy County Clerk
F.A.V.O.R. General Inquiries:FAVOR@saratogacountyny.gov
Phone: (518) 885-2213, Fax: (518) 884-4726
Address: 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Hours: 8:00 am – 4:15 pm for applications and filing
CHURCH SERVICES IN OUR AREA
Episcopal Church
Worship Services
Saturdays - 4 pm
Sundays - 8 and 10 am
Sunday School @ 10 am service for children three and up (Nursery provided)
Activities include:
Healing Prayer Service Wednesdays, 6 pm
Brotherhood of the Bacon Men’s group meets first Saturday of the month, 9 am
12-Step Recovery Worship Service 3rd Saturday of the month, 4 pm
Ladies of the Latte Women’s group meets fourth Saturday of the month, 10 am
Bible Study - Thursdays, 7 pm
12-Step Groups - meet throughout the week. Contact the church for details.
St. Luke’s on the Hill
Inspired by the Scriptures and strengthened by the Sacraments, we proclaim Christ’s redeeming love for all.
Water is mysterious -- thin, so clear and so friction-less -- so “modest,” as St. Francis of Assisi called it. It seems to have no other purpose than to cleanse what is soiled, and to refresh what is dry. But, perhaps at some time you gazed out from the shore of a great body of water, into the depths. and felt it tugging to draw you in -- and so have gotten a hint of the strange and secret thing
Mechanicville
United Methodist Church
7 North Main Street, Mechanicville NY 12118
Sundays
Summer Hours Fellowship 9:00
Worship Service 9:30-10:30am
Susan Cippola, CLM
Love God, Follow Jesus and Pass it on! (518) 664-3095 office mechumc1@verizon.net
All Saints on-the-Hudson
St. Peter’s Church 895 Hudson Ave. Stillwater 664-3354
St. Paul’s Church 121 N. Main St. Mechanicville 664-3354
St. Isaac Jogues 716 NY-9P Saratoga Lake 664-3354
www.allsaintsny.us
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday, 4:00 PM Vigil Mass in St. Paul’s Church Sunday, 8:30 AM in St. Peter’s Church Sunday, 10:00 AM St. Isaac Jogues Chapel (through October) Sunday, 10:30 AM in St. Paul’s Church
Weekday Masses
Mon, Tues, Weds, Fri 8:45 AM at St. Peter’s in Stillwater Thursday 9:00 AM The Parish Center Chapel, Mechanicville
Confessions
Saturdays, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM in St. Paul’s Church or upon request
water is, the enticements and terrors that lurk in its depths and its waves.
... Or at another time, when it was whipped to a boiling torrent by a storm, you have heard it rushing and roaring, perhaps watched the sucking vortex of a whirlpool, or felt the full force so that you had to tear your thoughts away.
It is a proper image for the secret, ground source from which life issues, and back into death which seems to re-call it. It is an apt image for the cycle of this life of ours.
The Church explains why it uses water as a sign -- indeed, a bearer -- of the divine life of grace for those who believe. We emerge from the waters of Baptism into a new life, born-again of water and the Spirit, healing waters for the old man, consigned to death, who... can ... after all hope for new life.
By her consecration of water, the Church has freed it from any dark powers that sleep therein. The Christian when he enters a church, uses it to bless himself on breast and shoulders, his whole person – with the pure and cleansing water, in order to purify his very soul, recognizing that water signifies, indeed offers freedom from bondage to sin for man, who so longs for
STILLWATER UNITED CHURCH 747 Hudson Ave, Stillwater, NY 12170
Pastor Pamela Woodman (518) 664-7984 stillwaterunitedchurch.ny@gmail.com
Sunday Service
July 6th - August 31st 9:30am in Air Conditioned Sanctuary or watch online at Facebook.com/StillwaterUnited
www.stillwaterunitedchurch.org www.facebook.com/StillwaterUnited WHERE COMMUNITY HAPPENS
LOCATION OF STILLWATER FOOD PANTRY, STILLWATER ATTIC ANGELS and the MONTHLY FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFASTS
cleansing: by embracing him with the salvation-offering Sign -- the Cross... in evening, too, by our signing ourselves, with holy water if we have the opportunity.
Night, as a proverb goes, is no friend to man. Our human nature is formed and fashioned for light. Just before we give ourselves over into the power of sleep and darkness, and the light of day and consciousness is extinguished, there can be a satisfaction in making that sign again on ourselves, especially if possible with Holy Water. (Holy water is the symbol of nature set free from sin.)
And at morning, when we emerge again out of sleep, darkness and unconsciousness -- and life begins afresh -- we do the same thing. But in the morning, it is to remind ourselves of that holiest of waters: of Baptism, from which we have been brought before the Light of the World, who is Christ the Lord.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY EVENTS UNDER $10
SERIES
AL-ANON
@ Living Hope UMC, 126 Middletown Rd, Waterford. n WATERFORD—New Al-non Meeting every Monday at 12:30pm. We as a group, come together to share our experience, strength and hope and discover ways to live a happier life. Meetings last approximately one hour. Email: cmc.afg.123@gmail.com for questions or information.
THE AMITY REFORMED CHURCH
335 Riverview Road, Vischer Ferry • 518-371- 2838
A.E. DIVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
136 Main St, Schaghticoke, NY 12154 director@diverlibrary.org • (518)-753-4344
n Music Launch: Saturdays from 10am-1pm. One-onone instrument lessons for all ages. Instruments available for loan. You can check them out just like books! Email director@diverlibrary.org to schedule yours!
n Diver Discoveries Storytime: Every Monday at 10am. A storytime designed for preschoolers 18 months to 5 years old. It’s a fun and enriching (and free!) experience with books, songs, movement games, crafts, and sometimes even science experiments! All are welcome!
n Board of Trustees: 2nd Tues of Month @ 6:30pm.
BROOKSIDE MUSEUM & SARATOGA HISTORY CENTER
6 Charlton St / 21 Fairground Ave Ballston Spa • 518-885-4000 https://brooksidemuseum.org/ Open Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 4pm n Artisan’s Market: Brookside Museum Holiday Market Opening for the Season, held at SCHC @ Brookside Museum, The 2024 hours are: Tues-Thurs 12-4pm, Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11am-5pm.
n 2025 History Center Tour Schedule Announced The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum has announced their seasonal schedule of Historical Tours for 2025. All tours are scheduled for approximately 90 minutes. Registration is available at brooksidemuseum.org
• Twelve Years a Widow: 7/24 @ 7pm
• Saratoga, Corinth & Hudson Rail Tour: 7/30 at 11am. Owner and Operator Hal Raven, accompanied by Corinth Town Historian Rachel Clothier will welcome guests into the vintage railcar “Palmer Falls” for a relaxing and informative 90 min ride through northeastern Saratoga County.
• Ballston Spa Beyond the Springs: 8/20 at 10am.
Assistant County Historian Anne Clothier and Brookside Museum assistant Connor Murphy will walk along the railroad bed overlooking the village and describe the mills and factories that dominated the community over 150 years ago.
• Hudson View Cemetery Mechanicville: 9/17 at 11am. Local history buffs Tom Salvadore and Bob Murphy will visit the gravesites of Mechanicville residents to tell the stories of the glory days of the city during the industrial age.
See our “DATE SPECIFIC” section for more Brookside Events
COMMITMENT COMMUNITY CHURCH - MECHANICVILLE
516 Park Ave, Mechanicville NY
n Open Denomination Prayer Night: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7-8pm
n Sunday Service: 11am
n Ongoing: Prom Attire Collection for our Local Youth
DYKEN POND EEC
(518) 658-2055, dykenpond@gmail.com
GRAFTON—Join us for some spring programs as the wildflowers bloom. Preregistration is required for all programs at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@gmail.com
n Tuesday Treks: 12:30-2:30pm. Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in April to explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Preregistration required at meetup.com by searching for “Friends of Dyken Pond Center”. Free. This program is for adults and older teens.
GRANT COTTAGE
1000 Mount McGregor Road, PO Box 2294 Wilton, NY 12831 • grantcottage.org/events
n 2025 Season: Open through 10/26, Weds-Sun. Also open Mon, 9/1, 10/13 and Tuesdays until 8/30. Hours are 9:30am-4pm and until 6pm on Saturdays until 8/30.
n Ulysses S. Grant Reflects: Thurs, 7/24. A Remembrance Day Living History presentation by Dr. Curt Fields
n A Wilderness Celebration: Thurs, 8/21.
n Seneca Ray Stoddard: Sat, 9/13.
n Presidential Grave Hunter: Sat, 10/4. As part of our Literary Landmark Author Series Kurt will be signing copies of his book Presidential Grave Hunter: One Kid’s Quest to Visit the Tombs of Every President and Vice President following the presentation.
HALFMOON FARMER’S MARKET
Every Wednesday, 3:00-6:00 pm Foyer of the Halfmoon Town Hall: 2 Town Plaza, Halfmoon
n Halfmoon Farmer’s Market features products from local farms, as well as specialty items from area crafters and vendors.
JOHNSONVILLE METHODIST
CHURCH THRIFT SHOP
22 Bridge Street, Johnsonville, NY
Every Weds 9am-12pm
n JOHNSONVILLE: Look for our sign at the corner of rte. 111 and rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, CDS and DVDS, household and decorative items. Over 1,000 books in our well-organized book room.
KNICKERBOCKER MANSION
132 Knockerbocker Road, Schaghtucoke, NY 518-588-7130 • www.knickmansion.com n Knickerbocker Mansion Tours are FREE but donations are welcome. Every Sunday through the end of October from 11am-3pm. Why not motor over any Sunday to the Revolutionary War Era Knickerbocker Mansion for a delightful day of history and tours. You’ll learn about the Knickerbockers’ and their Dutch neighbors’ tumultuous journey from the early 18th century through the French & Indian and Revolutionary Wars.
“LIVING WITH CANCER”
n ZOOM (HOOSIC VALLEY): Every 3rd Monday at 7pm.Community’s monthly cancer support group. Hosted by Rev. Ted Wright. For information or to register contact Ted Wright, via email at wrightsafrica@ gmail.com or by phone at (240) 595-4511.
MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY
190 N. Main St. Mechanicville • 518-664-4646 meclib.sals.edu • Facebook.com/ MechanicvilleLibrary
• Get your free library card today! The Library is happy to assist with the NEW CDTA FlexRide Service!
• Registration for programs can be found online at www.meclib.sals.edu
n Free Summer Meals! 11:30am-1:30pm, Mon - Fri Free for ages 18 and under
n Story Time and Craft: Each Tues at 11:30 am TWEENS AND TEENS EVENTS (AGES 11+)
n Slime Party: 7/23
n Candle Making w/ Winterberry Homestead 7/30
n Bad Art Night: 8/6
n Tie Dye Party: 8/13 KIDS EVENTS (AGES 10 AND UNDER)
n Ghost Adventures Art Workshop w/ Tang Teaching Museum: 7/24
n The Whalemobile: 7/24 from 2-4pm
n Kids Afternoon Tea Party: 7/31 @ 4:30pm
n Teddy Bear Workshop: 8/7
n Stamp Making: 8/14
FAMILY MOVIES FRIDAYS AT 2 PM
n The Wild Robot: 7/25
n Moana 2: 8/1
n Harold and the Purple Crayon: 8/8
n Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken: 8/15
READING ROAD TRIP: FOR AGES 4-8
n Casey, Illinois: 7/28
n Virginia Caves: 8/4
n Ben & Jerry’s Factory: 8/11
M’VILLE SENIOR CENTER
178 N. Main St, Mechanicville •
Daily free hot lunches are offered for seniors from the Saratoga County Office of Aging and Youth. All are welcome, you do not need to be a member to use the center or attend any classes.
n Bingo: Mon, 1-3pm, Hudson Room
n Mexican Train: Tues, 10am-12pm Hudson Room
n Tai Chi: Tues, 9:30-10:30am Hudson Room
n Sequence: Wed, 1-3pm Hudson Room
n Thursday Morning Stretch: 10-11am Hudson Rm
n Knitting/Crochet: Thurs, 1-3pm Riverside Room
n Pokeno: Fri at 12:30-3pm Riverside Room
n Quilting/Sewing: Every 2nd & 4th Weds 10am12pm Riverside Room
MECHANICVILLE
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
7 North Main St., Mechanicville, NY 12118 518-664-3095 (office), mechumc1@verizon.net, FB: Mechanicville United Methodist Church ACTIVITIES
n Sundays: Fellowship 10am, Worship Service 10:3011:30am.
n Wednesdays: Bible Study at Midrise at 1pm in the Community Room.
MEDITATION GROUP
n Meditation Group held on the last Tuesday evening of every month from 5:45-6:30pm at the Schaghticoke United Church located at 165 Main Street, Schaghticoke. This group is free and open to the public.
SARATOGA COUNTY CAREER CENTER
n BALLSTON SPA—FREE Career Virtual Workshops. Registration is required for all workshops. Visit www. saratogacountyny.gov/workforce to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at (518) 884-4170 for more information. The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign. 07/23 10:30am: Networking 07/24 1:30pm: Social Media
SARATOGA NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD PARK
Stillwater, N.Y. reservations are available at go.nps. gov/saraevents or email SARA_info@nps.gov.
SCHAGHTICOKE
PRESBYTERIAN UNITED CHURCH
165 Main Street, Schaghticoke
n New Kids Class Being Offered FREE: Mondays from 3-4pm. The focus of the class will be the book: The Beginner’s Bible. It is easy reading for kindergarten up (ages 4-13). More info: Lynne Hardy, Pastor- 207319-5307 or lenhardyny@gmail.com. Put Kid’s Klass in subject line.
n Sewing Class: 11am to 2pm on Tuesdays
n Tai Chi Class: Every Saturday 10-11am at the Church. A $5 donation per class is welcome to cover the cost of the instructor. This class is sponsored by the Community Life Support, Health & Wellness Division.
ART SOCIETY
For further information about SSAS visit our website: southernsaratogaartist.com SSAS will be hosting Art Exhibits throughout the area. Stop in and view these amazing artists!
ST. LUKE’S ON THE HILL EPISCOPAL CHURCH
40 McBride Road, Mechanicville NY 12118 (off Pruyn Hill Road / Town of Halfmoon) (518) 664-4834 • stlukesonthehill.org Facebook @ “St. Luke’s on the Hill” SPECIAL EVENTS
n Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build: Sat, 8/9 from 9am-1pm. Lend a hand and volunteer alongside three other Mechanicville Congregations to build 40 beds for children in need at Tallmadge Park (Mechanicville). Sand, saw, screw or stain wood. Also, any donations of NEW twin-sized sheets or comforters are needed. Please bring donations to the church office, 40 McBride Road, Mechanicville.
n Vacation Bible School: Sat, 8/23 from 9am3pm. Free for all children aged 2-12 years. Register at stlukesonthehill.org All are welcome! ACTIVITIES
n Prayer and Healing Service: Wednesdays, 6pm
n Brotherhood of the Bacon: Men’s group: meets the 1st Saturday of the month @ 9am.
n 12-Step Worship Service: 3rd Saturday of the month, 4pm
n 12-Step Groups: We meet throughout the week. Contact the church for details.
n Comfort Works: Wednesdays 1:30pm
n Bright, Beautiful Great Room rental is available for your next gathering. Contact the church 518-6644834 for information.
n Ladies of the Latte: Women’s group: meets the fourth Saturday of the month @10am.
STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
712 Hudson Ave • Call us at 664-6255 Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-2pm, closed Sundays SPECIALS
n Doc Benson Band concert: Weds 7/23 @ 7:30pm (all ages)
n Video Game Tourney: Thurs, 7/24 @ 2pm (teens) CHILDREN
n Monday Art Club at 4pm (any age)
n Tues Singing Sprouts at 11am (toddler)
n Weds #InBeTweens at 6pm (tweens)
n Thurs Singing Sprouts at 11am (toddler)
n Thurs Story time with Friends at 6pm (any age)
n Friday Bored games 3pm-5pm (any age) TEENS
n MS/HS Homework Help: Mon-Thurs, 3-5pm
n Creative Spark (arts) alternating with Pop Culture Bites (cooking): Tues at 5:30pm
n Teen Things (games, activities, whatever): Fridays 3pm-5pm
n D&D (adults welcome): 1st & 3rd Fridays at 6pm ADULTS
n Banned Book Club: 2nd Mondays at 6pm
n Cookbook Review Club: Last Monday at 6pm
n Mahjong: Tuesdays at 11am
n Evening Book Club: 3rd Tuesday at 7pm
n Better Off Read: 4th Tuesday at 7pm, Teen reads
n Writer’s Group: 3rd Wednesdays at 5:30pm
n Better with Age: Thursdays at 1pm, schedule varies book talks, handicrafts, fiber arts group, games
n Jam Session: 1st Fridays at 6pm, music; perform or enjoy
n Murder Mystery Game: 2nd Fridays at 6pm
n Applaud the Pause: 3rd Fridays at 6pm, women’s health
n Drum Circle: 3rd Saturdays at 10am TRUSTEES MEETINGS
n Building and Grounds: 1st Tuesday at 6pm
n Finance: 2nd Tuesday at 6:30pm,
n Regular meeting: 2nd Tuesday at 7pm
STILLWATER UNITED CHURCH
747 Hudson Ave • 518-664-7984
n Stillwater Attic Angels: Mon: 10am-1pm; Thurs: 10am-1pm and 5pm-7pm
n Stillwater Food Pantry: Mon & Weds: 10am12pm, Thurs: 5-7pm.
n Free Community Breakfast: First Saturday of the month: 8am-10am. All are welcome!
TUMBLING TOTS
n Tumbling Tots held on Thursdays from 6-7:30pm at Schaghticoke United Church, 165 Main Street. Schaghticoke. Ages for this group are 3-6. Contact Brittany at 518- 491-4282 for information or to register.
VALLEY FALLS FREE LIBRARY
42 State. St, PO Box 296, Valley Falls NY 12185 www.valleyfallslibrary.org
To register for events: 518-753-4230, circulation@valleyfallslibrary.org or message us through: facebook.com/pg/VAFLibrary/events SPECIAL EVENTS
CALENDAR
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n Summer Reading Program Events:
• Professor Pickles World of Color: 7/25 @ 10:30am (Valley Falls Comm. Hall)
• Geocaching 101: 7/26 @ 1pm
n Backyard Science: Tuesdays @ 3pm
• Balloon Blow Up: 7/29
n Movie Night: Weds at 6pm
• The Green Lantern: 7/23
• Red Dawn: 7/30
n Crafternoons: Thurs @ 3pm WEEKLY
n Adult Exercise Class: Tues & Thurs, 12-1PM. Space is very limited, please call the library for more information and to register. 518-753-4230
n Children’s Storytime: Wednesdays at 10am. For preschoolers.
n Bricks and Boards: Fridays 3-6pm. Build with Legos, or grab a board game and a friend! MONTHLY
n Monthly Bird Walk with Jocelyn Cole. The Second Thursday of the Month at 9:30am.
n Adult Book Club: The Third Monday of the month at 10:30am. For more information contact Jackie Marino at 518-753-0442 or at jljmarino@icloud.com.
AUGUST
11TH - 16TH Pig Racing, Trapeze Act, Free Entertainment Daily!
VAN SCHAICK MANSION
1 Van Schaick Ave, Cohoes, NY www.vanschaickmansion.org facebook.com/VanSchaickMansionProject/about Admission to the grounds and cemetery is always free. $5 Donations are gratefully accepted and all proceeds go to supporting the Mansion.
n Spring and Summer Guided Tours at 1pm and 4pm on the following on the following Sundays: 8/17, 9/21, 10/19.
n Halloween Open House: 10/26 from 5-8pm (no tours).
DATE SPECIFIC
THUR, FRI & SAT, JULY 24-26
n MECHANICVILLE—Rummage Sale, Mechanicville United Methodist Church. Thurs 12-6pm $5 early bird sale, Friday 9am-2pm $5/bag, Saturday 9am-2pm buy 2 bags, get one free or $4/bag. Donations accepted after July 1st. For more information, call 518-496-4985.
SAT, JULY 26th
n PITTSTOWN—Chicken BBQ from 4-6pm at the Pittstown United Methodist Church Hall located just off NY Route 7. Take Out Only. Menu: 1/2 chicken, macaroni salad, Cole slaw, baked beans, roll, dessert. For reservations call Bev at 518-663-5607.
SAT, AUG 2nd
n STILLWATER—August Fest from 11:30am-5pm. Stillwater United Church, 747 Hudson Ave. Miller’s Backyard BBQ, Brisket, Ribs, Clams. Call (518) 6647984 to pre-order by July 28th or email: stillwaterunitedchurch.ny@gmail. com. Basket Raffle in Fellowship Hall.
LIST YOUR EVENT
Non-Profit Community Events under $10 info.expresspaper@gmail.com VOICE: 518-664-3335 • FAX: 518-664-5997
Pets
ADIRONDACK SAVE A STRAY
4880 New York 9N, Corinth, NY 12822 11AM-6PM • 518-654-6220 • adirondacksaveastray@yahoo.com
All ADK pets have their age appropriate shots, their health certificates, they have been dewormed, had flea control administered, had their first month of heartworm preventative, have been vet checked, bathed, and more!
If you can’t adopt but would like to support our efforts so we can continue saving as many lives as we can, any donation would be greatly appreciated so we can take in more animals and provide them all the necessary care. Paypal: https:// www.adirondacksaveastray.org/donate, Checks mailed to: Adirondack Save-A-Stray, PO Box 185, Corinth, NY 12822.
DENNY (L) & GNAT (R): Age-appropriately vetted and ready to thrive! Tested positive for FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus) — but still full of life, cuddles, and joy. Incredibly affectionate: They melt into your arms and purr up a storm. Endlessly playful: Cardboard boxes, feather toys, and each other—everything is a game to them. FeLVpositive cats can still live wonderfully happy lives, especially in a stress-free indoor environment. Gnat and Denny will reward your kindness with unconditional love, silly antics, and warm snuggles every single day.
ITHACA: Why You’ll Fall in Love with Ithaca: Long-haired tortie princess — her coat is a masterpiece, full of autumnal swirls and silky softness. Just 4 months old and brimming with kitten energy! Playful and sweet: chases toys with gusto, then climbs into your lap like it’s her throne. Fully vetted for her age and healthy, thanks to incredible care and her own resilient spirit. Looking to add beauty, charm, and a touch of tortie sass to your life? Come meet Ithaca. Her forever begins with your “yes.”
PEPPERTREE RESCUE
PO Box 2396, Albany NY 12220
rescue@peppertree.org • 518-435-7425
RUSTY: Mix, male, 3-4 years, 66 lbs. Meet Rusty! While he may be a bit shy when meeting new faces, don’t let that fool you—once Rusty feels comfortable, he’s a total love bug and will shower you with all the snuggles and affection you could ever want. He’s the ultimate cuddle buddy who’ll keep you company through cozy nights, as he’s calm and quiet at bedtime. Rusty is housebroken and crate trained, so he’s a breeze to care for. He would be happiest in an adult only home, and while he’s lived with other dogs before, he’d do best with a slow, thoughtful introducttion. He’s a little too interested in cats to live with them. Rusty enjoys calm walks and relaxing in the sun. He would absolutely thrive with a little more leash training to make those strolls even more enjoyable.
MATTY: Mix, male, 8 months, 19 lbs. Meet Matty – your future best friend! Matty is a sweet, sensitive soul who will completely steal your heart. Once he gets to know you, he’ll shower you with soft kisses and charming little finger nibbles. Matty is crate trained and good on a leash. He was a perfect gentleman when introduced to a cat, and he might really enjoy having a confident dog buddy to hang out with. That said, with plenty of quality time and attention, he’d also be perfectly happy as your one-and-only. A fenced yard is preferred for Matty, but more importantly, he just wants to be where his person is, whether in the back yard or on a walk. And while he might hesitate getting in the car, once he’s in, he rides like a pro!
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND SERVICES
MECHANICVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
25 Kniskern Ave • 518-664-5727
M’ville School District Board Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of the month @ 6 pm in the HS Cafeteria
CITY OF MECHANICVILLE GOVERNMENT
36 N. Main St. • Hours 9am-4pm M-F 178 N Main St.
City Council Meetings are held the 2nd Weds of the Month @ 6pm at the Senior Citizens Center
Animal Control Officer 518-915-3677
Assessor 518-664-9884 Ext 326
Building & Code Dept. 518-664-9884 Ext 330 cell 518-920-4545
Village Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6pm in the Town Hall, 662 Hudson Ave.
Village Clerk: 518-664-6258 stlclerk@nycap.rr.com
TOWN OF STILLWATER
https://townofstillwaterny.gov
881 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater, NY 12170
Town Board Meetings are 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Summer Mtgs held: 3rd Thursday in July, August, Sept. at 7pm in the Town Hall. Supervisor 518-664-6148 x201
Councilman Baker 518-573-0315
Councilman D’Ambro 518-928-8179
Councilwoman Vomacka 518-796-5099
Councilwoman Weaver 518-461-3685
Town Clerk 518-664-6148
dcowin@townofstillwaterny.gov
Highway Dept. 518-664-4611 x1
Town Tax Collector 518-664-6148 x205
Town Assessor ...................... 518-664-6148 x204
Town Court 518-664-6946
Building Department 518-664-6148 x215
Canine Control Officer 518-253-4663
TOWN OF SCHAGHTICOKE
290 Northline Drive, Melrose, NY 12121 518-753-6915 • townofschaghticoke.org
Town Supervisor Tim Salisbury
Town Clerk Jennifer Molesky
Assessor Megan Weir
Building Inspector Scott Frisino Highway Shawn Hayes
Town Clerk 518-753-6915 x101
Assessor x103
Building and Code Enforcement .................... x109
Highway Dept. 518-753-4315
895 Old Schaghticoke Rd. Water/Sewer .................................. 518-753-9982 518-461-3350 Receiver of Taxes 518-664-7154
Ballston Spa Central School District 70 Malta Ave • 518-884-7195
Ballston Area Community Center 20 Malta Ave •518-884-7195 www.ballstonareacc.org
M-F 8:30am-4:30pm
VILLAGE BOARD MEETINGS Tel: 518-885-5711 • Fax: 518-885-0512
Email: villageclerk@villageofballstonspa.org
Held at Village of Ballston Spa Public Library 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month @ 7pm In order to attend, you must contact the Village Clerk during normal business hours M-F 8:30-4 by calling 518-885-5711. All requests to attend must be made no later than Monday at 3:00pm. Attendees must register for the meeting by 6:00pm the day of. Once you have registered on the Zoom app, you will receive a confirmation email. You will then be allowed access to the meeting at 7:00 pm
66 Front Street • Hours M-F 8:30am-4pm
Village Clerk’s Office Tel: 518-885-5711
Fax: 518-885-0512
Building Department Tel: 518-885-3167 Fax: 518-885-0512
Department of Public Works Tel: 518-885-6211 Alt: 518-885-5711
Planning Board 2nd Weds of the Month @ 7:30 Tel: 518-885-5711
Fax: 518-885-0512
Zoning Brd of Appeals Last Wed/month 7pm Tel: 518-885-5711 Fax: 518-885-0512
Animal Control Officers
Town of Milton Arceni Polyak Days: 518-885-9220 x136 Nights: 518-898-0470
Town of Ballston Thomas Shambo Tel: 518-885-8706 • Pager: 518-349-3875
ATTORNEY
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AUTOS
FOR SALE: 2014 VW BUG CONVERTIBLE (TURBO), 29,600 miles. Only driven in summer. Excellent condition. Metallic Blue with black roof. Call 518-753-6936 or email: raimelfarm@ yahoo.com
AUTOS WANTED: WE BUY 8,000 CARS A WEEK. Sell your old, busted or junk car with no hoops, haggles or headaches. Sell your car to Peddle. Easy three step process. Instant offer. Free pickup. Fast payment. Call 1-855403-3374
GOT AN UNWANTED CAR??? Your car donation to Patriotic Hearts helps veterans find work or start their own business. Fast free pick. Running or not! Call 24/7: 1-833-4414496.
GET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, nocost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-855-484-3467 today!
BUYING
& SELLING
WE BUY HOUSES FOR CASH AS IS! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-888-704-5670
FOR RENT
NEW AIR BNB IN TOWN: Newly renovated on Anthony Kill Creek. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and den. Off-street parking, garage and driveway. NP, NS. $146 per night for entire house. Call Mary Jo 503750-3812
MECHANICVILLE APARTMENT FOR RENT: 1st Fl., 2 BDRM, Central Air, Hook-Up for W&D. Kitchen, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room. No Smoking, No Pets. $1500.00 per Month Utilities Not Included. Available Sept. 1st Call (518) 664-2324
FOR SALE
HAND COLLATED SPORTS CARD SETS, DISNEY CARDS AND MUCH MORE. Many types of magazines with Star and Superstar covers. Individual sports cards include Star Cards. NY Yankee card sets 1980-early 2000, plus Yankee memorabilia and photos etc. Call Joe 518-664-8072
LIKE NEW. ZINGER FOLDING POWER CHAIR. Rolls on multi surfaces. Rolls right up to table. Removable long-lasting battery. Serious inquiries only. Call Linda 518-956-2965
(1) INDUSTRIAL TABLE
SAW, 220v w/accessories
$200; (1) Older model table saw. Works well. $100; (1) Older model industrial router. $100. All need a little TLC, all work well. 518-369-1429
TOP BOTTOM TOOL BOX WITH TOOLS Call Peter 518-664-7632
YAMAHA SNOWMOBILE. 1999 Model VX600ERC. Only 1751 miles! Has reverse, studded track, and electric start. Needs to be cleaned and tuned up. Sold as is. $1000. Paul 518-727-3119.
HEALTH
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AGING ROOF? NEW HOMEOWNER? STORM DAMAGE? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 1-888-920-9937
DO YOU NEED A ROOF OR ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS & Help paying for it? YOU MAY QUALIFY THROUGH NEW RELIEF PROGRAMS (800) 944-9393 or visit NYProgramFunding. org to qualify. Approved applications will have the work completed by a repair crew provided by: HOMEOWNER FUNDING. Not affiliated with State or Gov Programs.
AGING ROOF? NEW HOMEOWNER? STORM
DAMAGE?
You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 1-833-880-7679
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TRUEBETS LLC filed Arts. of Org. with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/15/2025. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: The LLC, 15 Thoroughbred Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful act.
0612-0717
Notice of Formation of Foret Ave LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/01/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 38 Forest Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful act Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0612-0717
Notice of Formation of Dianoue Photography LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/04/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 2 Powers Lane, Troy, NY 12182. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0612-0717
Notice of Formation of BELLA LUNA WESTSIDE PROPERTIES, LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 05/19/2025. Office location: Saratoga SSNY desg. as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY mail process to 48 HYDE STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY, 12866. Any lawful purpose
0612-0717
WHOLESOME TASTY FOOD PANTRY LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 2/19/25. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Jessica Steward 12 Blizzard Rd Stillwater NY 12170. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
0612-0717
Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 5 Sydney Hill LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on May 27, 2025. The company office is located in Saratoga County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: 5 Sydney Hill Rd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC Law, or any successor statute.
0612-0717
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Notice of Qualification of MOOVE US, LLC. Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/15/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 07/15/24. Princ. office of LLC: Moove Office HQ Fl. 8, Convention Tower Dubai World Trade Center , 2nd Za’Abeel - Sheik Zayed Rd., Dubai, UAE 00000. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to c/o Corporation Service Co. (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543, regd. agent upon whom and at which process may be served. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with Secy. of State, John G. Townsend Bldg., 401 Federal St., Ste. 3, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
0619-0724
FAULER PODIATRY, PLLC. Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on April 11, 2025. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to FAULER PODIATRY, PLLC, 790 Groveside Road, Buskirk, NY 12028. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes.
0619-0724
SPA LITTLE THEATER MM LLC. Filed with SSNY on 05/23/2025. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 108 AVENUE OF THE PINES, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866. Purpose: Any Lawful.
0619-0724
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Notice of Formation of Talent Discovery Lab, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/25/2025. County Office location: Saratoga SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 30 Fish Creek View, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: All legal purposes. 0619-0724
Notice of Qualification of OpenValue LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/30/2025. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Colorado (CO) on 01/08/2025. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Paracorp Incorporated, 2804 Gateway Oaks Dr., Ste. 100, Sacramento, CA 95833. Address of the principal office: 1745 Shea Center Dr., Ste. 400, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129. Arts of Org. filed with the CO Secy. of State, 1700 Broadway, Ste. 550, Denver, CO 80290. Purpose: any lawful activities. 0619-0724
Notice of Formation of Scarlett’s Korner Consignment LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/06/2025. County: Saratoga . SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 29 Fairway Lane Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0619-0724
LEGALS
Notice of Qualification of MERION NORTH POINTE, LLC. Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/08/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 05/07/25. Princ. office of LLC: 308 E. Lancaster Ave., Ste. 300, Wynnewood, PA 19096. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co. (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with Secy. of State of DE, 401 Federal St., Ste. 3, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 0619-0724
Notice of Qualification of REVERUS, LLC. Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/03/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 05/28/25. Princ. office of LLC: 16 Friar Tuck Ct., Clifton Park, NY 12065. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the princ. office of the LLC. DE addr. of LLC: c/o Corporation Service Co., 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with DE Secy. of State, 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Managed IT Services. 0619-0724
Notice of Qualification of MERION FOXRUN, LLC Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/08/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 05/06/25. Princ. office of LLC: 308 E. Lancaster Ave., Ste. 300, Wynnewood, PA 19096. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co. (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with Secy. of State of DE, 401 Federal St., Ste. 3, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
0619-0724
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC).Articles of Organization for a New York LLC, to wit, A.J. STARR ASSOCIATES, LLC whose principal business location is in Saratoga County, were filed with the New York State Department of State on May 23, 2025. The Secretary of State is designated agent for service of process. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is c/o The LLC, 7 Musket March, Mechanicville, New York 12118. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State. 0619-0724
Notice of Formation of Nolan Electric LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/15/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 25 Grantwood Rd Delmar, NY 12054. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0619-0724
Notice of Form. of UPSTATE FIREWOOD, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 05/28/2025. Office location: Saratoga SSNY desg. as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY mail process to 155 HUBBS ROAD, BALLSTON LAKE, NY, 12019. Any lawful purpose.
0619-0724
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY (LLC). Articles of Organization for a New York LLC, to wit, IT’S LUCKY’S WAY, LLC whose principal business location is in Rensselaer County, were filed with the New York State Department of State on June 4, 2025. The Secretary of State is designated agent for service of process. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is c/o The LLC, P.O. Box 36, Schaghticoke, New York 12154. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State.
0619-0724
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY: The name of the limited liability company is: 5 Parkwood, LLC (the “Company”). The date of filing of the Articles of Organization of the Company with the Secretary of State was June 10, 2025. The county in which the principal place of business of the Company shall be located is Rensselaer County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the Company upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the Company to Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP, Attn: James E. Prout, 10 Airline Drive, Ste.205, Albany, NY 12205. The purpose of the business of the Company is any lawful business purpose.
0619-0724
WM Nail Spa LLC, Arts of Org filed with SSNY on 12/11/24. Off. Loc.: Saratoga County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 42 Round Lake Rd Ste 301, Ballston Lake NY 12019. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act.
0619-0724
Notice of Formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Stiles Hospitality, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/11/2025. County within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is located: Saratoga County. Street address of principal business location is: 166 Ernst Road. Wilton, New York 12831. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Stiles Hospitality, LLC, 166 Ernst Road. Wilton, New York 12831. Term: Perpetual. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.
0619-0724
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC).Articles of Organization for a New York LLC, to wit, 23 LAKE STREET ENTERPRISES, LLC whose principal business location is in Saratoga County, were filed with the New York State Department of State on May 29, 2025. The Secretary of State is designated agent for service of process. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is c/o The LLC, 3 Copper Ridge Drive, Mechanicville, New York 12118. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State.
0619-0724
NOTICE OF FILING ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF 5657 Lake Rd LLC. The name of the Limited Liability Company is 5657 Lake Rd LLC (the “Company”). The Articles of Organization of 5657 Lake Rd LLC were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York on June 11, 2025. The County of Saratoga is the County within the State of New York in which 5657 Lake Rd LLC is to be located. The Secretary of State of the State of New York is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the Company may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State of the State of New York shall mail a copy of any process against the Company served upon the Secretary of State is: 1080 Hicksville Rd, Seaford, New York 11783. The purpose of the company is for any such lawful acts or activities for which limited liability companies may be organized under the L.L.C.L.
0619-0724
Notice of formation of a limited liability company (“LLC”). Name of LLC: J&K SECURITY MANAGEMENT LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on April 4, 2008. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon it to the LLC. Purpose: to engage in any activity for which LLCs may be organized under the LLC Law.
0619-0724
MIVI HOLDINGS LLC filed Arts. of Org. with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/14/2025. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: Ferradino Firm PLLC, 63 Putnam St, Ste 202, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful act.
0619-0724
Notice of Formation of Tsiama & Co LLC . Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/22/2025. County: Fulton. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: Tsiama & Co LLC. 30 Bloomingdale Ave, Gloversville NY 12078. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0619-0724
Notice of Formation of D&D SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 04/21/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: P O BOX 106 WATERFORD NY 12188. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0619-0724
NOTICE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION IN NEW YORK BY A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Name: Alden Real Estate Holding, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with sec. of state of NY(SOS) on 6/12/25. Office location: Saratoga County. SOS is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SOS shall mail copy of process to 15 Lenca Court, Wilton, NY12831. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.
0626-0731
Notice of Formation of Troy Hub Manager, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/21/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 30 Second Street, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0626-0731
Notice of Formation of Troy Hub, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/13/2024. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 30 Second Street, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0626-0731
Notice of Formation of Jade Rose Properties, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/06/2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 800 NY Route 146, Ste. 385, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities.
0626-0731
65-67 White St LLC filed w/ SSNY 5/20/25. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to the LLC, 37 Manning Cove Rd, Malta, NY 12020. Any lawful purpose.
0626-0731
INDUSTRIAL QUALITY MAGIC LLC. Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on March 19,2024. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to INDUSTRIAL QUALITY AND MAGIC LLC, 153 Weatherwax Road, Poestenkill, NY 12140. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes. 0626-0731
Talk Of The Town Aesthetics LLC. Filed 5/31/25. Cty: Saratoga. SSNY desig. for process & shall mail 106 Traver Rd, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purp: any lawful. 0626-0731
Humecho, LLC. Filed 6/3/25. Cty: Saratoga. SSNY desig. for process & shall mail 116 Church St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purp: any lawful.
0626-0731
Notice of Formation of Backyard Bougie LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/28/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 3090 River Rd, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0626-0731
Talon Holdings, LLC, Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/14/2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 4 Horizon Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
0626-0731
Notice of formation of Aesthetically Staged LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 06/06/2025. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located is Rensselaer. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at c/o Cynthia Ward, 4233 NY Highway 43, Wynantskill, NY, 12198. Company is organized for any lawful purpose.
0703-0807
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Articles of Organization for a New York LLC, to wit, CR EQUIPMENT, LLC whose principal business location is in Saratoga County, were filed with the New York State Department of State on June 11, 2025. The Secretary of State is designated agent for service of process. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is c/o The LLC, 31 Bent Grass Drive, Mechanicville, New York 12118. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State.
0703-0807
LLC DOMESTIC, Section of Law: 206, Notice of formation of TCT Development, LLC. Articles of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 3, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County, SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail service of process to Ty Thoeny 116 Knapp Rd., Mechanicville, NY 12118. Company is organized for any lawful purpose.
0703-0807
Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Bush 381 Malta, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 25, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Scott Bush, 385 Malta Avenue, Ballston Spa, New York, 12020. Purpose: to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC Law, Section 203, or any successor statute.
0703-0807
ADIRONDACK CROWN PROPERTIES LLC. Filed 5/31/25. Office: SARATOGA Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to: Northwest Registered Agent Llc, 418 Broadway, Ste N, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose:General.
0703-0807
Notice of Formation of Saucy Scapegoat LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/20/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 19 S River St Troy NY, 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0703-0807
WAITE ESTATES LLC. Filed with SSNY on 06/23/2025. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 69 HEISLER RD, ROCK CITY FALLS, NY 12863. Purpose: Any Lawful.
0703-0807
Notice of Formation of Acer Palmatum, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/20/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 1 Maple Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0703-0807
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Articles of Organization for a New York LLC, to wit, 2 GARNER STREET, LLC whose principal business location is in Rensselaer County, were filed with the New York State Department of State on June 20, 2025. The Secretary of State is designated agent for service of process. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is c/o The LLC, 1115 5 th Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State.
0703-0807
Notice of Formation of Troy Hub Master Tenant, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/24/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 30 Second Street, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0703-0807
Hagos Health Solutions, LLC filed Arts. of Org. with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/7/2025. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: c/o Greenberg Traurig, LLP, 54 State St, 6th Fl, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful act.
0703-0807
UR Realty Group LLC, Arts of Org filed with SSNY on 06/25/25. Off. Loc.: Saratoga County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 48 Timber Dr, Waterford NY 12188. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act.
0703-0807
Notice of Formation of 49 Grove Street LLC, Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on May 8, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at c/o 1621 Central Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001. Purpose: any lawful activity.
0703-0807
Articles of Organization for a New York LLC, to wit, BLACKSTREAM DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LLC whose principal business location is in Rensselaer County, were filed with the New York State Department of State on June 20, 2025. The Secretary of State is designated agent for service of process. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against it served upon him or her is c/o The LLC, 1115 5 th Avenue, Troy, New York 12180. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful activity to which a LLC may be organized under the LLCL of New York State. 0703-0807
LEGALS
NOTICE OF FORMATION of Sundara, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 26, 2025. Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process on LLC. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 77 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0710-0814
Notice of Formation of August Cleans LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/28/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 112 Hansen Rd, Schaghticoke NY, 12154. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0710-0814
Notice of Formation of RAELYNNAILEDIT LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/01/2024. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: C/O Sharae Lynn Picou, 460 2nd street, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0710-0814
Notice of Formation of Van Buren Counseling LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/02/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 6 Chestnut Street, Castle-ton-onHudson, NY ,12033-1506. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0710-0814
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Tamas Vet, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 6/30/25. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The Post Office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the PLLC served upon him is 415 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. Purpose of PLLC: To engage in any and all business activities permitted under the laws of the State of New York.
0710-0814
Notice of Formation of AIBEL ENDODONTICS OF SARATOGA PLLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/01/25. Office location: Saratoga County. Princ. office of PLLC: 18 Division St., Ste. 205, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. SSNY designated as agent of PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the PLLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Dentistry.
0710-0814
Notice of Formation of HOMESTEAD ON THE HILL LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/26/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 419 Stuffle Street, Cropseyville, NY 12052. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
0710-0814
Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Hendrick Hudson Two LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on June 4, 2025, pursuant to Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located in County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 18 Division Street, Suite 401, Suite 1, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The purpose of the company is toMengage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor statute.
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Notice of Qualification of MRM RESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT, LLC. Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/30/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 11/05/14. Princ. office of LLC: 308 E. Lancaster Ave., Ste. 300, Wynnewood, PA 19096. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co. (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with Secy. of the State of DE, 401 Federal St., Ste. 3, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
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NOTICE PURSUANT TO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW SECTION 206 NAME OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY IS: MOSDEN HOLDINGS, LLC; DATE OF FILING OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION WITH THE SECRETARY OF STATE IS: June 18, 2025; COUNTY OF WHICH THE OFFICES OF THE COMPANY ARE LOCATED: Rensselaer; DESIGNATION OF PROCESS: The Secretary of State of the State of New York has been designated as agent of the Limited Liability Company upon whom process against it may be served. THE POST OFFICE ADDRESS OF THE COMPANY WITHIN THIS STATE TO WHICH THE SECRETARY OF STATE SHALL MAIL A COPY OF PROCESS AGAINST THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY IS: 2219 Hunt Club Drive, Castleton -onHudson, NewYork 12033; THE PURPOSE OF THE BUSINESS IS: to engage in any lawful act or activity which limited liability companies may be organized under the LLCL.
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Notice of Qualification of BFI QSR SARATOGA, LLC Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/02/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Michigan (MI) on 03/26/25. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co., 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. MI addr. of LLC: 30955 Northwestern Hwy., Ste. 300, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Cert. of Form. filed with Linda Clegg, Director, Ottawa Bldg., 611 W. Ottawa, P.O. Box 30004, Lansing, MI 48909. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
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Notice of Formation of THE HOLBORN GROUP, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/26/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 20 Native Dancer La, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 0710-0814
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: HGS THOROUGHBREDS 2025 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 25, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to The LLC, 2503 Terrett Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Woodchuck Whisker LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/27/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: PO Box 1623, Troy, NY 12181. Company is organized for real estate investment.
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Notice of formation of Tame The Rooster LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 07/07/2025. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at 2 Steenburgh Avenue, Waterford, NY 12188. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. 0717-0821
Notice of Qualification of PRIME STORAGE EMPIRE CAPITAL 599 ELEVENTH AVENUE, LLC. Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/02/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 06/30/25. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co., 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. DE addr. of LLC: 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with Secy. of State, Div. of Corps., 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 0717-0821
Notice of Qualification of PRIME STORAGE EMPIRE CAPITAL 550 WEST TWENTY-FIFTH STREET, LLC Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/02/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 06/30/25. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co., 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207-2543. DE addr. of LLC: 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with Secy. of State, Div. of Corps., 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 0717-0821
Killington VT Resort OpCo LLC filed w/ SSNY 6/26/25 Off. in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. as agt. of LLC whom process may be served & shall mail process to Accumera LLC, 911 Central Ave, #101, Albany, NY 12206. The reg. agt. is Accumera LLC at same address. Any lawful purpose.
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Killington VT Resort HoldCo LLC filed w/ SSNY 6/26/25 Off. in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. as agt. of LLC whom process may be served & shall mail process to Accumera LLC, 911 Central Ave, #101, Albany, NY 12206. The reg. agt. is Accumera LLC at same address. Any lawful purpose. 0717-0821
TalentScale Partners LLC. Filed 6/9/25. Cty: Saratoga. SSNY desig. for process & shall mail 6 Magnolia Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purp: any lawful. 0717-0821
Caldara Transportation LLC. Filed 5/15/25. Cty: Saratoga. SSNY desig. for process & shall mail 446 Hudson Ave, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purp: any lawful. 0717-0821
Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Chandler Property Maintenance, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 8,2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Timothy Chandler, 620 Coy Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC Law, Section 203, or any successor statute.
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JACOB R. KEASBEY LS, PLLC.Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Articles of Organization filed with the Department of State of New York on June 6, 2025. Office location, Rensselaer County. Secretary of State of New York State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to JACOB R. KEASBEY LS, PLLC, 34 Center Street, Schaghticoke, NY 12154. No reported agent. Latest date of dissolution of LLC: None. Purpose: All legal purposes. 0717-0821
Notice of Formation of Let it be Home Care LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/07/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 10 McGregor Ct, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 0717-0821
CONSTRUX PROPERTY VENTURES, LLC. Filed 3/24/25. Office: SARATOGA Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to: Law Offices Of Richard C. Miller, Jr., Pllc, P.o. Box 12155, Albany, NY 12212. Purpose: General.
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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Name: D303 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 8, 2025. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: D303 LLC, 60-11 60th Avenue #2, Maspeth, NY 11378. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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GREEN HOUSE SARATOGA LLC. Filed 6/30/25. Office: SARATOGA Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to: 29 Forest Dr, Piscataway, NJ 08854. Purpose: General.
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RPNB PROPERTIES LLC. Filed 6/30/25. Office: SARATOGA Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to: 29 Forest Dr, Piscataway, NJ 08854. Purpose: General. 0717-0821
BETTERS REMODELING LLC. Filed 6/27/25. Office: SARATOGA Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process & shall mail to: 11 Noord Ln, Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: General. 0717-0821
NOTICE OF FORMATION of CJAVentures2025, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 1, 2025. Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process on LLC. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 77 Troy Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Anna Rowena LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/07/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 84 Lord Ave. Troy New York, 12180. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Form. of MILLER GROUP LOCAL, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 07/07/2025. Office location: Saratoga SSNY desg. as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY mail process to 21 VAN DORN STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY, 12866. Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of FlexiCartUSA LLC Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/014/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 79 Blue Jay Way, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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DDC IMPORTING, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 7/14/25. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 211 North Main St., Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Form. of SDLD PROPERTIES, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 07/02/2025. Office location: Saratoga SSNY desg. as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY mail process to 28 VILLAGE CIRCLE SOUTH, ROUND LAKE, NY, 12151. Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of JKDDBL LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/15/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 20 Corporate Woods Blvd, Albany, New York 12211. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Pretty Posies and Petals LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/13/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 25 Moreland Drive, Mechanicville NY 12118. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Qualification of hep Goldfinch Holding, LLC Appl. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/10/25. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 01/12/23. Princ. office of LLC: 11330 Vanstory Dr., Ste. 101, Huntersville, NC 28078. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co, 80 State St., Albany, NY 122072543. DE addr. of LLC: 251 Little Falls Dr., Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with DE Secy. of State, 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
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Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: DOC SHADOW’S CUSTOM WORKS, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on July 11, 2025. The company office is located in Saratoga County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: 345 Ballou Road, Porter Corners, NY 12859. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC Law, or any successor statute. 0724-0828
Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 29 NY Properties LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on 6/17/25, pursuant to Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located in Saratoga County. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 363 County Road 68, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor statute.
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Notice of Formation of Shady Acres 800, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/01/2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: the Company, 15 Trieble Ave., Ste. 5, Unit 424, Ballston Spa, NY 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities.
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Notice of Formation of Solara Medical, PLLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/06/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 3035 ROUTE 50 #1023, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY, 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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LEGALS
Notice of Formation of The Greene’s Shoreward LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/26/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 1507 North Buchanan Street, Arlington, VA 22205. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Haxels Holdings, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State (SSNY) on 7/8/25. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 383 Antone Mountain, Corinth, NY 12822. Purpose: any lawful activity.
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Notice of Formation of Carpe Diem Commercial Services Management . Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/28/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: PO Box 80, Victory Mills NY 12884. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Cooket5training LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/23/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 40 Aldrich Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Senecal’s Snacks LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/23/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 232 Monmouh Way, Halfmoon, NY 12065 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Performance Sanctuary Counseling LCSW, PLLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/01/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 20 Prospect Street, Suite 212, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of The Performance Sanctuary, LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/30/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 20 Prospect Street, Suite 212, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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TO PLACE LLC NOTICES for businesses in Rensselaer or Saratoga County: call 518-664-3335 or email: ads.expresspaper@gmail.com
Notice of Formation of Northwell Supply LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/16/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 17 Seward St Apt 20, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Lint Brothers LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/20/2025. County: Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 4 Canopy Lane, Ballston Lake NY 12019. Purpose: We are a family owned dryer vent cleaning company that covers the Albany/ Saratoga/ Schenectady and Rensselaer counties.
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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC).The name of the LLC is Cottage Hill Landings 2, LLC.The Articles of Organization of the LLC were filed with the NY Secretary of State on July 9, 2025. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The office of the LLC is to be located in Saratoga County. The New York Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is Cottage Hill Landings 2, LLC, 2 Dunsbach Road, Clifton Park, New York 12148.
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Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: ADIRONDACK RETREAT HOLDINGS LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on June 30, 2025 pursuant to Section 206 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located at 70 Anderson Avenue, Closter, NJ 07624. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor statute.
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Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 10 Osborne St, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNYS) on July 19, 2025 pursuant to Section 206 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. The company office is located at 7 Chestnut Hill Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The SSNYS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The SSNYS shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC. The purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful business of every kind and character for which LLCs may be organized under the New York LLC law, or any successor statute.
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Notice of Formation of MARKET READY SOLUTIONS LLC. Art of Org filed with the Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/10/2025. County: Rensselaer. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC: 2 Maple Ridge Ave East Greenbush NY 12061 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 0724-0828
Ellsworth Was The First...
by the late Mechanicville City Historian Paul J. Loatman, Jr.-Ph.D. April 20, 2011
Ever since Colonel Elmer E. Ellsworth’s death on May 24, 1861, it has been a commonplace to describe him as “the first Union Officer killed in the Civil War.” But, I have been asked many times, “Was Ellsworth the first Union SOLDIER killed in the Civil War.” Discretion being the better part of valor, I have heretofore hedged my bets by stating, “I think so, but I am not really sure.” However, the recent attention drawn to Ellsworth-and the whole cast of Civil War characters that came after him-along with a closer examination of the evidence now leads to the conclusion that Elmer E. Ellsworth was the FIRST UNION SOLDIER killed in combat during the Civil War.* Stop to think about that fact. From the time of the first recorded war in human history- the Trojan War waged over four thousands years ago- when else have we been able to identify war’s first military fatality? Never, as far as I can tell, and more significantly, public awareness regarding that initial death quickly became a matter of great consequence.
Elmer Ellsworth has been associated with a number of other “firsts,” but such assertions must be accompanied with disclaimers. Was Elmer Ellsworth the first person to be embalmed? Not exactly. We know that embalming in some form or other has been around at least since the time of the mummification of the Pharaohs. However, modern-day embalming dates only to the era of the Civil War and it is no exaggeration to claim that its growing acceptance among the public was in no small way due the death of Elmer E. Ellsworth. The tragic death of someone widely regarded as a romantic young hero who happened to be a close friend of the President and his family aroused as much public attention in its day as the death of President John F. Kennedy did in 1963.
President Abraham Lincoln-“Ellsworth-Poor Ellsworth” he was heard to cry when hearing news of his death-ordered the young officer’s body to lie in state in the East Room of the White House. There, tens of thousands of citizens processed through the mourning line simply to catch a glimpse of the martyr whose corpse evoked the image of a young boy merely at sleep. Rare was the citizen of Washington, D.C., regardless of his or her political sympathies, who failed to turn out to witness the public spectacle of the funeral parade which followed, marked by the soulful appearance of the President and his Cabinet somberly processing behind the funeral caisson. Young Clara Barton was so enthralled by the entire scene that she recorded every detail in her diary. Surely, the trauma of the moment ▶
steeled her resolve to later volunteer her services as a nurse to the Union forces, a step ultimately leading to the founding of the Red Cross. Like so many others, she was struck by the stark contrast between the mourning of the multitude and its recollections of the life-like appearance of the corpse that they had viewed only a day or two earlier, making the scene all the more painful to bear.
Up to this time, embalming had been used almost exclusively to preserve cadavers for medical dissection. But, Dr. Thomas Holmes embalmed Ellsworth’s corpse in order to preserve his body for transport home so that his parents could bury him in Mechanicville. Ellsworth family tradition holds that family and friends journeyed on foot for miles to view the life-like corpse whose casket was not closed until just prior to being lowered into the grave. They had no way of knowing, of course, that hundreds of thousands of other young men would meet a similar fate in coming years, dying far from home, family and familiar surroundings. Of course, such tragedies severely challenged society’s time-honored concepts of what constituted a “good death.” Yet, the widespread acceptance of embalming following Ellsworth’s death permitted families to make their final farewells with their “dearly departed” with some semblance of normality. In fact, the practice became so widespread that Dr. Holmes, one of the nation’s first successful embalmers, is reported to have become independently wealthy while performing his handiwork on over four-thousand Union soldiers during the course of the Civil War. Thus, it may not be too much to claim that the example established by our local hero’s death-and burialeased the terrible burden destined to befall so many families during the awful madness of four years of internecine war that followed .
The question frequently arises: what was the ultimate significance of Ellsworth’s death. Quite simply, Ellsworth became the Union’s first hero. What the Northern public regarded as his “martyrdom” inspired tens of thousands of young men to join the Union armies. Indeed, in a few short months, more than 200,000 men joined the Union ranks, largely in response to Ellsworth’s death. Journeying to Washington following their enlistments prior to being sent off into battle, they felt compelled to make pilgrimages to the scene of the Colonel’s final moments. There, at the Marshall House in Alexandria, Virginia, they hoped to stand on the stairwell where their hero had died, or to simply touch the banister of the stairs where he last stood, or again, to trod on the very rug that retained traces of their hero’s blood. Now, having visited what fast had become an informal shrine, they were steeled to fulfill their commitment to follow in Ellsworth’s footsteps,
joining the battle to stamp out secession. Over the next four years, New York would turn out more volunteers to serve in the Union army than any other state. In no small way, the sacrifices made by these men were inspired by the heroics of Lincoln’s young friend, Elmer E. Ellsworth. Another “first” is attached to Ellsworth’s name. The Medal of Honor, bestowed by the President on behalf of Congress, was created by Congress in 1862 to acknowledge examples of “conspicuous gallantry.” More than 1,500 such medals were awarded during the Civil War, more than half of all such honors ever bestowed. Frank Brownell of Troy, remembered as “Ellsworth’s Avenger,” received his Medal for striking down the Colonel’s assailant on May 24, 1861. Although Brownell did not earn recognition for his feat until 1877, his action marked the earliest date for which the Medal of Honor was ever awarded. In that sense, Ellsworth’s death led to another “first” in our history.
Finally, one small historical footnote might remind us of the power the memory of Ellsworth’s name carried for generations past. Dr. E.E. Brown, President William Howard Taft’s Commissioner of Education was named Chancellor at New York University in 1911. Born in Chautauqua County, New York, on August 28, 1861, Dr. Brown insisted on being addressed by his baptismal names- “Elmer Ellsworth” Brown until his dying day. He was one among many born in that era whose parents felt duty- bound to name their male offspring in honor of that First Union Hero who is buried in nearby Hudson View Cemetery overlooking Mechanicville.
NOTE: Two Union soldiers were killed as the result of an accidental gun explosion during the ceremonies surrounding the surrender of Fort Sumter to South Carolina Confederates on April 14, 1861. Less than a week later, four soldiers from the Massachusetts 6th regiment were killed during a riot in Baltimore. A city whose streets were dominated by competing mobs of thugs harbored large numbers of citizens of all classes who were sympathetic to the Confederacy. Following this tragic event [ironically occurring on April 19, the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington which opened the American Revolution in 1775], President Lincoln ordered that Union troops reporting for service at the nation’s capital should avoid travel through Baltimore. As tragic as these incidents were, neither the soldiers at Fort Sumter nor the Massachusetts volunteers killed in Baltimore were engaged in military combat. Ellsworth died while leading a military operation to drive Confederate forces who posed a direct threat to Washington, D.C. out of Alexandria, Virginia.
The Death of Captain Waskow
Monday, January 10, 1944
IU Archives
This is the most famous and most widely-reprinted column by Ernie Pyle
AT THE FRONT LINES IN ITALY, January 10, 1944 – In this war I have known a lot of officers who were loved and respected by the soldiers under them. But never have I crossed the trail of any man as beloved as Capt. Henry T. Waskow of Belton, Texas.
Capt. Waskow was a company commander in the 36th Division. He had led his company since long before it left the States. He was very young, only in his middle twenties, but he carried in him a sincerity and gentleness that made people want to be guided by him.
“After my own father, he came next,” a sergeant told me.
“He always looked after us,” a soldier said. “He’d go to bat for us every time.”
“I’ve never knowed him to do anything unfair,” another one said.
I was at the foot of the mule trail the night they brought Capt. Waskow’s body down. The moon was nearly full at the time, and you could see far up the trail, and even part way across the valley below. Soldiers made shadows in the moonlight as they walked.
Dead men had been coming down the mountain all evening, lashed onto the backs of mules. They came lying belly-down across the wooden pack-saddles, their heads hanging
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down on the left side of the mule, their stiffened legs sticking out awkwardly from the other side, bobbing up and down as the mule walked.
The Italian mule-skinners were afraid to walk beside dead men, so Americans had to lead the mules down that night. Even the Americans were reluctant to unlash and lift off the bodies at the bottom, so an officer had to do it himself, and ask others to help.
The first one came early in the morning. They slid him down from the mule and stood him on his feet for a moment, while they got a new grip. In the half light he might have been merely a sick man standing there, leaning on the others. Then they laid him on the ground in the shadow of the low stone wall alongside the road.
the next batch of mules.
Somebody said the dead soldier had been dead for four days, and then nobody said anything more about it. We talked soldier talk for an hour or more. The dead man lay all alone outside in the shadow of the low stone wall.
Then a soldier came into the cowshed and said there were some more bodies outside. We went out into the road. Four mules stood there, in the moonlight, in the road where the trail came down off the mountain. The soldiers who led them stood there waiting. “This one is Captain Waskow,” one of them said quietly.
I don’t know who that first one was. You feel small in the presence of dead men, and ashamed at being alive, and you don’t ask silly questions.
We left him there beside the road, that first one, and we all went back into the cowshed and sat on water cans or lay on the straw, waiting for
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Two men unlashed his body from the mule and lifted it off and laid it in the shadow beside the low stone wall. Other men took the other bodies off. Finally there were five lying end to end in a long row, alongside the road. You don’t cover up dead men in the combat zone. They just lie there in the shadows until somebody else comes after them.
The unburdened mules moved off to their olive orchard. The men in the road seemed reluctant to leave. They stood around, and gradually one by one I could sense them moving close to Capt. Waskow’s body. Not so much to look, I think, as to say something in finality to him, and to themselves. I stood close by and I could hear. ▶
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▶ One soldier came and looked down, and he said out loud, “God damn it.” That’s all he said, and then he walked away. Another one came.
He said, “God damn it to hell anyway.” He looked down for a few last moments, and then he turned and left.
Another man came; I think he was an officer. It was hard to tell officers from men in the half light, for all were bearded and grimy dirty. The man looked down into the dead captain’s face, and then he spoke directly to him, as though he were alive. He said: “I’m sorry, old man.”
Then a soldier came and stood beside the officer, and bent over, and he too spoke to his dead captain, not in a whisper but awfully tenderly, and he said:
“I sure am sorry, sir.”
Then the first man squatted down, and he reached down and took the dead hand, and he sat there for a full five minutes, holding the dead hand in his own and looking intently into the dead face, and he never uttered a sound all the time he sat there.
And finally he put the hand down, and then reached up and gently straightened the points of the captain’s shirt collar, and then he sort of rearranged the tattered edges of his uniform around the wound. And then he got up and walked away down the road in the moonlight, all alone.
After that the rest of us went back into the cowshed, leaving the five dead men lying in a line, end to end, in the shadow of the low stone wall. We lay down on the straw in the cowshed, and pretty soon we were all asleep.
STATEPOINT CROSSWORD
THEME: AT THE CIRCUS
ACROSS
1. *Jumbo The Elephant or Sirius in space
5. “But I heard him exclaim ‘____ he drove out of sight”
8. Young salmon
12. Blood component
13. What Lizzie Borden did
14. Leather razor sharpener
15. “The Famous Five” author ____ Blyton
16. Back of the neck
17. Letter-shaped girder
18. *Feats-of-strength circus performer
20. Indian restaurant bread
21. In need of a muffler
22. Away’s partner
23. Backward
26. Same as ruin
30. Greek R
31. Net sales minus cost of goods sold
34. Europe/Asia mountain divide
35. Approximately, as in date
37. Overnight lodging
38. Inflicted a blow
39. Celestial bear
40. Goose egg
42. ____-AFTRA
43. Frying pan
45. Eating establishment
47. Type of English crs.
48. Traffic accident
50. Wading bird
52. *Sara Gruen’s novel “Water for ____”
56. *Lion tamer’s tool or counter seat
57. Justice’s garb
58. Hit it on the head
59. Run off, as in couple
60. Was in the hole
61. Japanese zither
62. Something ____
63. Movie “Saturday Night” subject matter, acr.
64. FedEx, verb
DOWN
1. Tom Jones’ “____ a Lady”
2. *Big Top
3. Gulf V.I.P.
4. Remodeled
5. Tests
6. Settle a debt
7. Biblical place of bliss
8. *”The Greatest Showman” protagonist
9. Equals length times width
10. Multicolored horse
11. Dashboard acronym
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13. Type of heart pain
14. Moses’ mountain
19. Hollywood legend ____ Shearer
22. *Like circus audience’s experience, hopefully
23. Bow-like structure
24. Dodge
25. Trunks
26. *Three-____ circus
27. What phoenix did
28. Batu Khan’s people
29. JD Vance’s “Hillbilly ____”
32. Civil disorder
33. African grazer
36. *Sound of circus
38. Money under mattress, e.g.
40. *Aerialist’s bouncy safety device
41. Piled
44. Twisted cotton thread
46. Give it generously
48. *Funny one
49. James Dean’s famous role
50. It will
51. *Unwelcome reception, pl.
52. Cupid, to the Greeks
53. Sodium hydroxide
54. ____caca, South American lake
55. Trough stuff
56. Witness
Rules of the Road: Safely Disposing of Medical Needles
While Traveling
More than 200 million people nationwide are expected to travel this summer. Coordinating travel itineraries can be complicated for anyone. People who rely on medical sharps, such as syringes, needles or EpiPen autoinjectors, to manage health conditions like diabetes or allergies, have the added stress of figuring out where and how to safely dispose of used sharps while traveling.
Whether someone has used medical sharps for days, years or decades, they can find resources on safe sharps disposal across the country at SafetyIsThePoint.org.
Finding a Sharps Drop-Off Site
After several days of travel, the Sharpiros arrive at Pointy Peak, where they catch up with relatives and conquer the local hiking trails. Upon return to their hotel, the Sharpiros need to dispose of their used sharps before getting back on the road for the second leg of their trip. Because they checked SafetyIsThePoint.org before leaving, they know Pointy Peak doesn’t permit sharps disposal in the trash, so the family drives to a nearby hospital that doubles as a sharps drop-off site. They exchange their filled sharps container from home for an empty one and continue on their way.
Using a Sharps Mail-Back Program
Knowing how to safely dispose of sharps at home and while traveling is as important as knowing how to use them. Improper sharps disposal contributes to the more than 850,000 needlestick injuries in the United States each year, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Needlestick injuries can expose you, your family and your community to dangerous conditions like hepatitis C and HIV.
The family’s next stop is Porcupine Valley, which doesn’t have any nearby drop-off sites or allow for sharps disposal in the trash, but the Sharpiros planned for this, too. They learned from SafetyIsThePoint.org that some medical device companies offer free mail-back programs for specific sharps products and ordered a mail-back kit ahead of time. They followed the instructions, sealed the container and dropped it off at the post office before heading back home.
SafetyIsThePoint.org is
a Travel
Rules for sharps disposal vary widely by state, county and even city. While one area may allow for sharps disposal in the trash, the next town might require sharps be taken to a specified drop-off site like a pharmacy, hospital or police station. Some regions may not have any guidance, requiring people to find alternatives like sharps mail-back programs. SafetyIsThePoint. org features a ZIP code tool that checks local disposal rules, finds nearby drop-off sites and makes disposal easier.
Meet the Sharpiros
The fictitious Sharpiros rely on medical sharps to manage their diabetes and allergies and are kicking off summer with a family road trip. Follow along as they learn about local safe sharps disposal rules while traveling.
Before departing, the Sharpiros check SafetyIsThePoint.org for information about safe sharps disposal in their home location, Pincushion County, and follow three easy steps:
1. Place sharps in a sturdy plastic bottle
2. Duct tape the lid and write “DO NOT RECYCLE” on the front
3. Put the container in the trash
Having safely disposed of their sharps, the Sharpiros set out on their road trip.
Essential While the Sharpiros and their road trip are for illustrative purposes only, safe sharps disposal is real. Before you hit the road this summer, or anytime, stay up-to-date on sharps disposal rules by making SafetyIsThePoint.org one of your travel essentials.
(StatePoint)
HV
& MHS Recognized as
of Distinction”
Hoosic Valley and Mechanicville were recognized by the NYSPHAA as “Schools of Distinction”. To be recognized as a School of Distinction, a school must apply for the honor and have 100% of its varsity teams earn the Scholar-Athlete Team Award during their respective sports seasons. Hoosic Valley and Mechanicville were two only 10 teams in Section 2 to earn this designation.
WASAREN LEAGUE AL STARS
BASEBALL S
ix Mechanicville players were named Wasaran League All-Stars. First Team: Scotty Lynch, John Fedorowicz, Chris Couser, and A.J. Messercola. Second Team: Cruz Goverski and Mark Pingelski.
CADDYSHACK LEAGUE
BY BRAD CONE
Caddyshackers Wrap Up
Interdivision Play
Wednesday marked the “two-thirds” point of the 2025 season as the members of the Caddyshack league returned to Saratoga Lake Golf Club in Stillwater to compete in their Week 12 matches.
While there is still plenty of time to make a playoff push, the sense of urgency was felt as the Caddyshackers made their way around the punishing par-36 back nine.
In Division III, first half champs Trevor Marsh and Jeff Vienneau kept their stranglehold on the top spot with their eighth consecutive match victory.
The Saratoga Lake staffers overcame an expert one-over 37 net 32 from one of their opponents (Chris LeFever) as they edged out a 7-4 win.
Jeff tallied a steady 49 net 39 while Trevor bagged two pars en route to a strong 44 net 31.
Trevor and Jeff’s season point total now stands at an eye-popping 86 points. If they can keep that pace for the rest of the year, they will obliterate the league record for points in a season (111.5 – set by Bill and Brad Cone in 2023).
The duo won’t be cruising to a second half crown, however, as league sophomores Troy Bianco and Mike Shaffer won 9.5 points on Wednesday to leapfrog into second place (a mere two points behind Trevor and Jeff).
Troy led the way with a nice 49 net 31 while Mike contributed a steady 53 net 37 as the
tandem only lost one hole outright.
Over in Division II despite winning six points on Wednesday, frontrunners Matt and Jake Fauler ceded control of the standings to fellow father-son pair Bruce J. and Bruce M. Sausville.
The Sausvilles now enjoy a slim half-point lead thanks to a huge 8.5-point performance in their match.
Father Bruce J. continued his strong play since returning from the injured list with a sound 54 net 37 while son Bruce M. snagged four pars on his way to five-over 41 net 33.
Meanwhile in Division I, Bruce Bailey and Bob Lang kept their tenuous hold on first place but big nights from both Colvin/Wysocki teams have tightened the leaderboard.
Younger brothers Ty Colvin and Chad Wysocki captured seven points on Wednesday. The skilled duo combined for an incredible 13 pars as they posted professional rounds of 39 net 33 and 40 net 32, respectively.
Not to be outdone, older brothers Brad Colvin and Josh Wysocki also won seven points (overcoming a huge 44 net 31 from one of their opponents – Tomek Duszak).
Brad tallied six pars en route to a 41 net 33 while Josh carded his 600th career par (only the third player to reach that milestone) as he shot a 41 net 36.
Rounding out the night’s top scores were
Brad Cone and Dan Drake. Brad registered his 10th birdie of the season (the first Caddyshacker to reach that mark this year) on his way to a oneover 37 net 33.
Meanwhile, Dan Drake crushed his previous back nine career best by an astounding three strokes as he posted a 48 net 29.
Fritz Ludwig captured this week’s longest putt prize. The Shaftsbury native dropped a sevenfoot nine-inch putt on the tricky par-4 12th to take home the $10 award. Fellow Caddyshacker Kevin Reilly sponsored the competition.
The win marked Fritz’s first career individual contest victory.
The Player of the Week selection committee never gets a week off as there were once again several worthy contenders. Ultimately the honor was bestowed on third-year Caddyshacker Dan Drake on the strength of his outstanding 48 net 29 (beating his handicap by seven strokes and demolishing his previous back nine personal best).
And now the league has reached a turning point. With five weeks left in the regular season, teams will only play squads in their own division the rest of the way.
There promises to be some wild swings in the standings in the coming weeks as now every point won will directly be a point “not won” by a team in the same division.
Division I is already ripe for chaos with all six tandems separated by a mere 5.5 points. And despite Divisions II and III currently looking like two or three team races, one lopsided loss in intradivisional play can turn the standings on its head.
And in addition to the second half crowns, there is also the wild card chase where six teams are currently separated by only 12.5 points as they compete over two spots.
It promises to be an exciting finish as the Caddyshackers continue their march to the 2025 postseason. And as always, check out the league website at www.caddyshackleague. com for stats, matchups, and more info.
*denotes first half champs
* denotes playoff qualifiers if playoffs began next week
