Rural Star 11 10 2022

in 2021 State Champion in NY State. This year, at 12 years old, she won the championship titles for 2022 in both North Carolina and New York State.

Rural Star Changes

You might have noticed that the printing of the Rural Star has changed. The press that we normally print on has experienced an operational failure. We hope to be back to normal soon or perhaps this will be the new normal as they say. We thank all our readers and advertisers whose support we appreciate.

Thank a Veteran!

Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2022

A Happy Halloween

The photo on the left was taken shortly before the Halloween Parade was held in Remsen. The photo on the right shows a large group of costumed Trick or Treaters after the Holland Patent parade started as they went from house to house. Agood time was had by all!

Lucinda and Caedyn Rowlands represent BSAGirl's Troop 37 and Collin and Dan Rowlands represent BSABoy's Troop 175 at the recent Court of Honor. Both Scouts are currently Life rank and working toward the Eagle rank. The photo was taken after a Court of Honor where 70 merit badges were presented to the Scouts.

Publishers - Michael A. Parker

Timothy V. Parker

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EDITORIALPOLICY

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COPYRIGHTPOLICY

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Season of Giving - Trenton Chamber, Adirondack Bank & Christmas Baskets

The Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with Adirondack Bank in Holland Patent this Holiday Season to raise money to support the Christmas Basket Program, organized by Foothills Rural Community Ministry. All the money donated goes directly to the Christmas Basket Program, filling baskets with Christmas food staples for families in our community who may need a little help at the Holidays.

Adirondack Bank has supported this effort, along with the Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce, by hosting and sup-

Thank You

The family of Norma Harter would like to express their thanks and deep appreciation for everyone in the community who showed an act of kindness to mom. It didn’t matter whether it was a wave, a brief conversation on the porch, dropping off a meal, or a text or phone call to mom or the family. We were impressed by how this community comes together for one of their own.

Many Thank, The family of Norma Harter

porting an annual fund-raiser for 15 years plus. They have generously matched funds every year, and again this year will be contributing $1,250. If you would like to make a donation to help support this community effort:

-Donation checks can be sent to: Foothills Rural Community Ministry, C/O Christmas Basket Program, PO Box 156, Holland Patent, NY13354.

-You can also call the Christmas Basket Program line at 315-865-5558 for someone to pick up a donation.

Food baskets will be distributed Dec. 10th & 11th.

To support the Adopt a Family program in our area, new unwrapped toys can be dropped off at Adirondack Bank in Holland Patent, 9576 Main St., or Adirondack Cheese Co. 8190 State Rt. 12, Barneveld, until Dec. 5th. Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday Season.

Please visit the website www.thedivinemercy.org to learn more about Jesus’infinite mercy.

Merry Christmas!

Trenton Area Chamber of Commerce

Debby Leiker – President

With what it’s going to cost to heat your home this winter, this warm spell we are having in the weather is a welcome thing to many. Deer hunters aren’t one of them though. Honestly it didn’t bother me, in fact I welcomed it for a while so we could get our inventory at work done without freezing like we normally do. I couldn’t take time to go hunting anyways until that’s done. Now that we are done I’ll be watching the weather a little closer now.

For guys that sit on watch for deer, especially during the rut, the cold weather helps get the

deer moving. The deer, especially bucks, will still move but reserve most of their movement for night time when it’s cooler. Imagine running around all day in a fur coat chasing the girls in this heat?

There are many theories on what triggers the rut. They range from temperature to photo period (The length of the day) to moon phases. The moon phase theory has its basis in that if the deer are bred under a certain moon phase then when the does drop their fawns they will drop them under the dark of a new moon. The theory says that the darkness of a new moon will give

the newborn fawns a little headstart to get their bearings and get their legs under them before the nights are lit up better and predators can find them easier.

Traditionally, most rut activity seems to happen the first 2 weeks of November. I have taken it as far as to narrow down the date that I have the most daytime pictures of bucks on camera. That date is November 6th. That doesn’t mean I necessarily had the most pictures on that date but that’s when it averages out to be. If your going to sit on watch then try around that date. Especially if it’s cold out.

One misconception about the rut is that it’s when the bucks are breeding the does. When most people talk about the rut they are referring to the chase phase. This is when the bucks are on their feet moving looking for and chasing does. That’s when you have the best chance to see them. Once they are actually breeding the does they might not move very far for a day or 2 until they

that doe isn’t receptive anymore. Tough to see them at that time. Some guys call that the “lockdown”.

Nothing is 100% in the deer world but this is on average.

Steve Grabowski is an avid outdoorsman who is the Assistant Manager of the Rome Fish Hatchery, Fish Taxidermist and coauthor of the book “Adirondack Deer Trackers - Stories as told in deer camp” If you have questions or photos to share, contact Steve at riderlow23@yahoo.com

SERVICES

Water Softener Repairs:

EcoWater, Whirlpool, Sears/Hotpoint, GE, EcoPure, NorthStar brands. $90 plus parts. Mohawk Valley Water Purification. 315-8655614.

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Headlights foggy or hazy? The days are getting shorter, let us clean your headlights for safer nighttime driving$39.95. Agway, Park Ave. Holland Patent. Make your appointment today. Call 315-8658105.

Agway of Holland Patent: In stock Premium hardwood, wood pellets, low ash. 315-865-8105.

SERVICES

Looking for Mr. Fixit? No job too big or small. Call Dan 315-271-3807. I can do it all! 27-30.

Bathrooms, Kitchens remodeled, home repairs, plumbing, water pumps, hot water heaters, toilets, faucets, sinks. Drain cleaning, portable restroom rentals. Travis Wells 315-271-8205. 7-7

Holland Patent Agway is now open until 1:00pm on Saturdays, 315-865-8105.

Metal Detecting Service- lost a ring or keys? Call Mike at 315865-8990.

SERVICES

Franconia Tack & Gifts! 831-2179, Country Primitive Gifts: Candles, Art Frames, Horse Needs! Come see our lovely array of gifts, Garland pip, Cards! Shop close to home, buy local!

Carpentry, Home and Deck Repair. 20 years of experienceSatisfaction guaranteed, no job too big or small. Free estimates, senior discounts, Call 7941680. TFN

ATTENTION:

Remanufacturer –Starters, Alternators, Generators for all gas & diesel engine. Foreign, Marine, Domestic, Commercial, Farm. Prompt service Since 1976. Gary D. Sneath 315-826-7892.

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Upright/electric bass, guitar, cello lessons. 25 years of experience, $25/hour. Also offering music therapy! Allinclusive studio: students with disabilities welcome! Call Jerry @ 315-527-6789.

Photography by Mike Parker. Many packages available to fit your wallet. 315 865-8990

WANTED:

Top Price for your standing timber. Environmentally friendly. 95% utilization of the tree. Specializing in selective timber harvesting. Price of firewood is at its all time high. Ben Simons 8315087. 3 of tfn

We Buy Cars: Tolpas’ Auto Parts on French Road, Remsen. We buy vehicles to recycle the parts and metal. Call Sarah for the best prices at 315-826-7892 TFN

HELPWANTED

Local deer processor looking for Part Time Help. Various positions available. Start immediately. Call for detail: 315-865-5898. 2 of 2

Help needed for active elderly person in Barneveld area. Prefer someone with good communication skills and in good physical condition. Non-smokers only. For more information call 315 404 9076. Leave message if no answer.

Looking to hire: Someone to snow-blow long driveway on Llewellyn Road, Remsen, for the duration of winter 2022-23. 315-831-5300

MISC. Royal Wood Coal + Domestic Hot Water Boiler. Add-on to existing boiler. Will heat 2500 Sq. foot home. Fill twice a day with shaker grate and ash pan. The chamber size is 18x30x26. Works great! Installation booklet included. Ready for pickup! $2,500. Call 315-865-4315.

For sale: Blue colored circa 1980 Vintage Bounty Hunter 840 Discriminator VLF/TR metal detector. Operates on 2 included 9 volt batteries. Metal Detector works and is in very good condition. One original owner. Yours for $70. Call 315-5259753.

Cub Cadet Snow-blower, 500 Series. 2 stage Power Steering, headlight, electric start, runs well. Apx 4 years old. $700. Call 315-8658682.

DR. Wood Chipper, electric start, 18 H.P.V. – Twin Briggs and Stratton Van Guard. Home owner’s use only. Works great! $2600 or best. Call 315-865-4315 2,2

FIREWOOD

Firewood: Premium cut, split firewood. Min. of 3 face cord for delivery. $80 Face cord. Oneida Herkimer HEAPvendor. Simons Family Farm 831-5087. 3- TFN/tbb

HORSES APPAREL, GIFTS

Franconia Welcomes

You to our Tack and Gift Shoppe! Horse: Stable needs! English Ano. Helmets, riding apparel, boots, Western boots, Youth hats. Gifts Galore. Country, Primitive, Everyday! Call 315-831-2179. Find us on Facebook!

Food Sense Groceries SIGN UPSign up to buy Food Sense Groceries at the Foothills Office in the Twin Churches in Holland Patent Saturdays 9am to 1pm. Any questions, call Foothills at 865-5854. You can also leave a message and someone will get back to you.

Collector buying older military, older coins, swords, headgear, helmets, uniforms, flags, foreign decorations. Competitive offer. Call 315-534-3661. 8-13

HAY

Hay for sale. Mulch/landscaping hay. $3 per bail. First cutting hay for sale. Delivery optional. Simons Family Farms 315-8315087

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WANTED:

Wanted used walking or pull-behind Brush Cutter. Call 315-8315340 or 315-723-8737. 2-2

Help Wanted: Seeking woman at least 18-years old to work with 2 20year-old women living at home in Remsen. They are in wheelchairs and in need of total assistance. Just need willingness to work; job involves total care, feeding, meal prep. Mon, Wed. Fri. 1pm to 9pm . $15.25per hour (RCILProgram. 315831-5087. 3-tfn

Aortic Cat PUMA. Grandpa’s sled, stored inside forever. 399cc Kawasaki, matching FF’s with all documentation. Runs great, needs nothing. $3,900 or best offer. Call 315865-4315 2,2

WANTED

Seeking: Driver, secretary and internet assistance marketing, advertising my business. Contact evemoonan@gmail.co m or call 315-570-0526 or 315-942-4824.

Happy Thanksgiving

The Town Board and Staff of the Town of Trenton would like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy your families and count your blessings!

Bloodmobile Dates for2022-23

If you are planning on giving blood the American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the Municipal Center in Barneveld on the following dates from 1 PM – 6 PM. You can call 1-800-REDCROSS or go online at www.redcross.org. to set up an appointment.

Fridays: November 18, 2022, January 13, 2023

March 17, 2023 and June 1, 2023

Blood types of all kinds are needed.

As of June 15, 2021, all blood, platelet and plasma donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies. As an organization dedicated to helping others, we are fortunate to be able to step up to help during this pandemic by offering this service at upcoming blood drives

GREENBELT TRAILS

The Greenbelt Trails in the Town of Trenton will be closed during hunting season. We will let you know when they are back open.

Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Trenton will hold a Public Hearing on November 14, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. The meeting will be held in the Town Municipal Center located at the intersection of State Route 12 and Old Poland Road, Barneveld, New York. The following case will be discussed:

Applicant: Ronald Martel Parcel #264.000-2-21.5

Parcel Location: 10615 Hulser Rd, Utica, NY13502

The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to create one non-conforming parcel. The proposed parcel division would create 2 parcels that would not meet the minimum lot width requirement of 200 feet.

Information on the above applications is available from the Zoning Board Chairman, Earl Davis. Persons wishing to appear at the hearing may do so in person, by Attorney, or other representation. Communications in writing may be filed with the Board prior to the Public Hearing.

The regular monthly meeting of the ZBAwill held immediately following the close of the Public Hearing. Earl Davis, Chairman (315) 896-2664

Things to be Thankful For

As we go through our day to day schedules and try to maneuver all that we are dealing with – take a minute to think of all the things that you are thankful for. Here are a few:

1. Good Health Even if your health isn’t great, it could be worse and you likely still have some working parts to be thankful for.

2. Money in the Bank Having just a few coins makes you richer than most people on Earth.

3. Good Friends Often, it’s the quality of friendships, not the quantity.

4. Weekends There’s something magical about weekends.

5. Pets Pets offer one of the best examples of unconditional love.

6. Learning from Mistakes If we never made mistakes, we wouldn’t learn much so it is one of those things we should be thankful for.Top of Form

7. Opportunity to Get an Education The opportunity to attend school is something many people don’t have.

8. Having a Home Whether you live in an apartment, a mansion, or a tent, having a place to call home is something to be thankful for.

9. An Ability to Read If you’re reading this right now, you have a lot to be thankful for.

10. Breathing Fresh Air Being able to step outside to breathe in fresh air is a good reminder how many little things we should be thankful for.

Scheduled Town of Board Meetings for 2023

January 11, 2023-Regular Meeting

February 8, 2023-Regular Meeting

March 8, 2023-Regular Meeting

April 12, 2023-Regular Meeting

May 10, 2023-Regular Meeting

June 14, 2023-Regular Meeting

July 12, 2023-Regular Meeting

August 9, 2023-Regular Meeting

September 13, 2023-Regular Meeting

October 11, 2023-Regular Meeting

November 8, 2023-Regular Meeting

December 13, 2023-Regular Meeting+

JUSTICE COURT SESSIONS:

Monday - 4:00PM 896-4510

RECYCLING CENTER

Hours: Weds. 3-7pm; Sat. 8am-4pm for Town of Trenton Residents.

Thank You Veterans

Trenton Town Board would like to thank all the Veterans in the area for their service to our country.

Thanksgiving Closings for the Town Offices

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the Trenton Town Offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 24th and 25th. The offices will reopen on Monday, November 28th.

Singing Hills Seniors

GOOD NEWS - Seniors are gathering again. We will have our usual cards, games, and coffee and you are welcome to bring snacks. We hope to begin other activities as soon as we are able. PROOF OF COVID VACCINE WILLBE REQUIRED. NO EXCEPTIONS.

We are continuing our monthly 50-50 drawings and appreciate your participation. We are also still collecting pull tabs from cans, stamps, box tops for Education and Campbells labels for education. These items may be dropped off at the Town Offices. We are no longer accepting empty ink car tridges or plastic bottle caps.

Stamps for the Wounded – The Seniors will be submitting our used stamps to this worthy organization. Please carefully trim your stamps to a _” border around the stamp. Do not steam or peel the stamps off as this will damage them.

Thanksgiving luncheon on Tuesday November 15th, sign up by November 8th. This will be at Hart’s Hill Inn.

Christmas luncheon Tuesday December 13th, sign up by December 6th – no exceptions. This will be at Patty Jean’s on Rt. 28 between Poland and Newport.

December 20th they will pack and distribute Christmas baskets for our shut-ins. They will be accepting donations from now until that date.

December 27th – “Pie Day” instead of cake and ice cream.

Tonya Brown’s hours: Wed 9:30am until 4:30pm, 315-896-2664 or by appointment. Cell 315-269-2907.

Please call the Codes Officer, Ken Cutler, with any questions or concerns. 315-534-2581

Building Safety Inspector Dave Constable –315-570-7540

Remsen 1st/3rd Wednesdays (3pm-7pm)

2nd & 4th Saturdays (8am-4pm)

Steuben 1st /3rd Saturdays (8am-4 pm) 2nd/4th Wednesdays (3pm to 7pm) We reserve the right to close the Recycling Center without notice due to inclement weather.

The

The Origins of Veterans Day

In 1921, and unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This site, on a hillside overlooking the Potomac River and the city of Washington, became the focal point of reverence for America’s veterans.

Similar ceremonies occurred earlier in England and France, where an unknown soldier was buried in each nation’s highest place of honor (in England, Westminster Abbey; in France, the Arc de Triomphe). These memorial gestures all took place November 11, giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I

fighting at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month).

Armistice Day officially received its name in America in 1926 through a Congressional resolution. It became a national holiday 12 years later by similar Congressional action.. If the idealistic hope had been realized had been realized that World War I was the war to end all wars, November 11 might still be called Armistice Day. But only a few years after the holiday was proclaimed, war broke out in Europe, Sixteen and one-half million Americans took part. Four hundred seven thousand of them died in service, more than 292,000 in battle.

1958, two more unidentified American war dead were brought from overseas and interred in the plaza beside the unknown soldier of WWI. One was killed in WWII and the other in the Korean War. In 1973, a law passed providing internment of an unknown American from the Vietnam War, but one none was found for several years. In 1984, an unknown serviceman from that conflict was placed alongside the others. To honor these men, symbolic of all Americans who gave their lives in all wars, an Army honor guard, The Third U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) keeps day and night vigil.

Outreach

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Armistice Day Changed to Honor All Veterans Realizing that peace was equally preserved by veterans of WWII, and Korea, Congress was requested to make this day an occasion to honor those who have served America in all wars. In 1954 President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day.

On Memorial Day

Alaw passed in 1968 changed the national commemoration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. it soon became apparent, however, that November 11 was a date of historic significance to many Americans. Therefore, in 1978 congress returned the observance to its original date.

National Ceremonies Held at Arlington

The focal point for official, national ceremonies for Veterans Day

continues to be the memorial amphitheater build around the Tomb of the Unknowns. At 11 a.m. on November 11, a combined color guard representing all military services executes Present Arms at the tomb. The nation’s tribute to its war dead is symbolized by the laying of a presidential wreath. The bugler plays Taps. The rest of the ceremony takes place in the amphitheater. Every year the President of the United States urges all Americans to honor the commitment of out Veterans through appropriate public ceremonies.

On Wednesday, October 19th, members of the Leon R. Roberts Post 161 family conducted a site visitation, luncheon and check presentation at Clear Path for Veterans in Chittanango, NY. The check presented was for $2,626 and was raised during the post’s pig roast held on Sept. 10th. For information on Clear Path for Veterans facility or to help support their mission with a donation call 315-687-3300. Jason Smith (left) presented the check to director Spencer Champagne.

AARPDrivers Safety Course

Capitol History Program Nov. 16

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 5:30 pm the Rome Historical Society will host a program titled “Capitol History” with the Rome Capitol Theatre’s own Arthur and Kylie Pierce.

The historic Capitol Theatre was built in 1928 and today remains an active performing arts complex in the heart of Rome’s Arts District. From grand beginnings to its most recent restora-

tion, the Capitol has entertained generations as a movie house and live performance venue.

This program will dive into how the Capitol came to be, the celebrities that have graced its stage, the venue’s decline, and its subsequent rebirth. Today the restored Capitol, with its brilliant marquee, is steeped in history and serves as an exemplary example of community revitalization.

This program is part of the Rome Historical Society’s third Wednesday programming. For information on other presentations visit their website at: www.romehistoricalsociety.org.

The Rome Historical Society is located at 200 Church Street, Rome, NY and is a non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.

Adirondack Cheese Co

8190 State Rt.12, Ste 1, Barneveld, NY13304 315-896-2170 www.adirondackcheese.com

• NYState Cheddars

• Cheddar Spreads

• Imports • Gourmet Foods

• Candy/Snacks • Local Syrups & Honey

Gifts: Home Decor, Kitchen/Bar Tools, Candles/soaps, Jewelry, Puzzles...

Gift Baskets & Mail Orders too!

Remsen Central School District 20222023 Bus Driver Vacancies:

• Two(2) Full-Time Bus Driver's

• Outstanding Benefits

•Training Available for the Successful Candidates

If interested, please contact Mr. Adam DeGrace, Bus Dispatcher, at 315-2054300 x.6000 or email: adegrace@remsencsd.org

Bus Drivers Wanted Coaches Wanted

Remsen Central School District 2022-2023 Coaching Vacancies: Boys' JV Basketball and Boys' Modified Basketball

If interested, please contact Mr. Dale Dening, Athletic Director at 315-205-4300 or email: ddening@remsencsd.org

Prospect Free Library News

Prospect Free Library has extra copies of some books written by Prospect author Howard Thomas and other first edition titles for sale. The books have been appraised and are being sold at a fair and reasonable price. Interested readers and collectors can stop into the library during business hours to see and purchase the books.

Prospect Library continues to sell used hardcover and paperback books of all genres for 10 cents each.

Apatron who is concerned about the state of our world has placed a notebook in Prospect Library to share ideas to promote kindness. Everyone of any age is invited to add their 2 cents worth of ideas for KINDNESS in the notebook. Written messages, logos, and drawings, signed or anonymous are welcome.

Save the Date: The library’s annual Christmas cookie sale will be held on December 17th.

Prospect Library is open Monday 3-7 PM, Tuesday 3-7 PM, Wednesday 10 AM-Noon and 2-7 PM, Thursday 3-7 PM, Friday 2-4 PM and Saturday 10 AM-Noon.

Poland Library News

The Poland District Public Library is now providing a story time on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month for ages 18 months - 5 years. Each story time has a theme. There is a story, activity, and snack to go with the theme. The story times started in September and attendance keeps growing! See our website for more details.

The library will provide an opportunity for children ages 3-12 to do their Christmas gift shopping with Mrs. Claus and her helpers on Saturday, December 3 and Saturday, December 10th from 10:00AM to 1:00PM. Free gift wrapping will be provided and items will not cost more than $5. There will also be a free Christmas craft activity for the children. Shoppers will also have a chance to win prizes! No adult shoppers, although adults may accompany their children while they shop. This event is for children only.

The library will be getting new basement windows shortly thanks to a grant from the community foundation.

Keep up on the latest happenings at the Poland Library by visiting the website poland.midyour.org!

Herkimer Central School District students pose for a picture while developing an action plan during the 2022 Herkimer County Youth Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at HCCC. From left, front row: junior Kyle Carney, freshman Jack Nevills and freshman Danny Bleaking. Back row: sophomore Alyse Cannon, junior Victoria Staph, senior Madison Gargas, senior Lilliana Langdon and sophomore Sophia Bliss.

2022 Herkimer County Youth Summit focus on ‘Building a Better Tomorrow’

Herkimer County students chose a theme of “building a better tomorrow” for the 2022 Herkimer County Youth Summit – with a focus on mental health and improving behavior in school.

Catholic Charities of Herkimer County Youth Summit organizers and student organizers from local schools said they identified that many students have struggled since COVID-19 with how to act now that they’re in school in-person again.

Herkimer Central School District senior Lilliana Langdon, one of the student organizers for the Youth Summit, said students wanted to use to Youth Summit to combat the attitude and mental health concerns.

“With this, we really want to flip that around,” Langdon said. “Mental health affects everyone, whether they want to talk about it or not. It’s such an important thing for everyone.”

About 100 students from 12 school districts and programs – as well as members of a new Herkimer County Youth

Advisory Council –attended the 2022 Herkimer County Youth Summit on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at Herkimer College. Catholic Charities of Herkimer County organized the Youth Summit.

The school districts that had students at the Youth Summit were Central Valley, Dolgeville, Frankfort-Schuyler, Herkimer, Little Falls, Mount Markham, Owen D. Young, Poland, Town of Webb and West Canada Valley. Students also attended from the Herkimer-FultonHamilton-Otsego BOCES Valley Pathways in Technology Early College High School (VP-TECH) and the Herkimer BOCES Pathways Academy at Remington.

Trisha Alford, Youth engagement specialist for Catholic Charities of Herkimer County and Herkimer County System of Care, served as the Youth Summit coordinator. The student facilitators were Central Valley students Lauren Joy and Madison Sawyer, Dolgeville students Lexus

Lyon and Jasmine Barnes, Herkimer students Lilliana Langdon and Madison Gargas, Little Falls students Makena Tooley and Avery McLaughlin, Owen D. Young student Isabella Valenta, Poland students Madeline Swanson and Karyn Castelano, VPTECH students Zachary Cool and Landon Davidson and Town of Webb students Cameron Guirdy and Ellie Bartlett.

The “building a better tomorrow” theme, which Gargas came up with, tied into what students were concerned about since the start of the organization meetings, organizers said.

“During the first meeting, they talked about just being back together after COVID, people not being kind to each other and not knowing how to behave,” Alford said. “They kind of lost all of that.”

Near the beginning of the Youth Summit, Alford outlined the agenda for the day and said the guest speaker and other presenters are aware of the issues students chose for the event.

“I hope they focus on all these things and you learn a lot today,” she said.

Remsen Art Center Talent Show Nov 11

The Remsen Arts Center presents the 9th Annual Talent Show on Friday November 11, 2022 at 7:00PM at 9627 Main Street, Remsen, NY. $10 General Admission. Performers will not be charged.

The show will include singers, pianist, fiddlers, surprise acts and much

more. Those interested in performing in the show need to register in advance by calling 315-831-5220. Space is limited. More event info at remsenartscenter.org or facebook.com/RemsenArtsCenter. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Remsen Arts Center.

Making Hay While the Sun Shines,

Thrift Shop

with Dad

When I was in my mid-teens Dad came home with another horse, a companion to my horse Duchess. We called him Red- because he was, coat, mane and tail. Dad and I built three paddocks with two gates and Red found that he loved to jump them and I loved to watch him do it!

The first time I got on him he promptly threw me off, the first of many times. I persevered. I decided to take him out to the open fiel. He paused briefly and then ran! He ran as fast as I have ever ridden a horse. I managed to hang on somehow. Eventually Red decided to give in and in time my younger brother and I could go riding together. He rode on Red and me on Duchess, although he never raced to the train with me.

At the time our place and just a couple of others were on our road You would never believe that if you were to travel that road today. People started to buy land here and there, so now that we had two horses, Dad and I had an idea. He asked these future homeowners if he could cut, dry and take the hay for our horses, and they agreed. It would be less work for them.

You may think Dad had a tractor and machinery for haying to cut the hay, nope! We did however have a large scythe, and a small one. That is how we made hay while the Sun shone. Plenty of work. After a couple of days we would turn it and it would be nice and dry.

What my Dad did have was a station wagon. We stood on the back of that station wagon many times over that summer-hauling hay to the barn. Thought of the day: ingenuity does work!

Woods Woman

Food Pantry at St. Patrick’s Church

Food assistance is available at the Food Pantry at St. Patrick’s in Forestport by calling 315-942-4618, extension 105. Please leave a message with your unblocked phone number. Avolunteer will return your call to schedule an appointment. You can also reach us by mail at Food Pantry, 108 Charles Street, Boonville, NY13309. We can help.

Open to everyone Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon with a $2 bag sale. Clothes for everyone. Prom and wedding attire available. All gowns $10. Come see us at 12000 River Road, Forestport, NY. ***Now with first floor access for your shopping convenience.

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Dianne E. Potter

With much sadness in our hearts, we pass along the news that Dianne E. Potter (69) passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022 after a long battle with cancer. She has completed her earthly journey and moved into her Heavenly home and is now with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Dianne was born in Utica, New York on January 10, 1953 to Earle R. Williams and Evelyn (Cackett) Williams. She spent her childhood in the Holland Patent area and graduated from Holland Patent Central School in 1971.

Dianne received an A.A.S. degree in accounting from Mohawk Valley Community College in 1973. In 1976, Dianne married the love of her life, Gordon Potter, who was a class mate with her at Holland Patent Central School. They began dating at the end of their senior year. They had a blessed union that lasted 46 years.

Dianne was a devoted wife and ways always there for her husband. Together they enjoyed many great times together including countless Saturday evenings at Fonda Speedway, snowmobiling, kayaking, camping and many fun vacations. Their one most memorable vacation was a five-week trip to 13 National Parks in the western part of the U.S. Dianne’s favorite park was Mt. Rainier where she just loved all the wild flowers. She referred to this as “Heaven on earth.”

Dianne lived a devoted Christian life, faithfully serving her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was always sharing the gospel of Jesus whenever she could. Dianne spent many years as a Sunday School teacher starting at 17 years old. She also was a Missionette teacher at the Rome Assembly of God church for many years. She was a coordinator of the Oneida County National Day of Prayer Committee in the mid 1990s to 2000. She also spent many years as a liaison for Operation Christmas Child and Care Net Pregnancy Center at the Rome Assembly of God. She enjoyed writing many Letters to the Editor from a Conservative Christian view point.

In her later years as both Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and the return of cancer slowed her down, she spent much time reading and studying the Bible along with listening to Christian music and radio. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with her 5 precious grandchildren who called her “Nain,” meaning grandmother in Welsh.

Over the years, she worked off and on as a part-time bookkeeper at several local businesses. Dianne and Gordon always thought it was more important for her to stay home and raise their children than it was to work outside the home.

Dianne is survived by her husband, Gordon; daughter, Jamie (Dan) Smucker, of Lancaster, PA; son, Gordon IV (Rachel) Potter of Vermilion, OH; Five grandchildren, Kylie, Myla, Layna and Jett Smucker; and Nolan Potter. Three sisters and brothers-in-law, Joyce (John) Siegenthaler of Steuben; Patty (Kip) Cristman of Holland Patent; Lori (Sean) Reilly of Voorheesville, NY; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Garry of North Western; and Randy (Debbie) of Syracuse. Also many dear nieces and nephews.

Calling hours were at the Dimbleby Funeral Home, 40 Main St. The funeral memorial service was held at Mohawk Valley Church, Marcy, N.Y.. Interment will take place at Crown Hill Memorial Park, Clinton, N.Y.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to Samaritan’s Purse, Boone, N.C. or Care Net Pregnancy Center of Central New York

Mary Jane ‘Mame’ Wajda

Mary Jane “Mame” (Dowiak) Wajda, still vibrant and entertaining at 101+ years young, is now playing music with her predeceased husband, Ted, to a lofty audience, teaching angels how to polka.

Born on May 6, 1921, in Yonkers, to the late Anthony and Nellie (Fedyk) Dowiak, Mary attended a one room schoolhouse, in Newport, with her four sisters. Losing her father at a young age, she maintained their dairy farm on North Gage Rd., even milking cows twice on their wedding day, followed by a romantic honeymoon of fishing at Moon Lake. Meeting Ted while playing the fiddle at Curly Top watering hole, after graduating in 1938 from Poland Central School, they married in 1941.

Mary, a sewing machine operator with Utica Knitting Mill, supported our World War II troops with warm "gaciach" (long winter underwear) and later at American Emblem, crafting enamel buttons for soldiers and others. She also sewed lovely clothes and household accessories, crocheting dozens of afghans and tablecloths. Buying a farm off Henderson Street, in Whitesboro, Mary designed numerous homes that she and Ted built, all thriving today on Hart's Hill Circle. Their last project was the comfy home Mom was residing in for nearly 60 years in Dunham Manor. They struggled and sacrificed to send both girls to college, loan free, but, also enjoyed a social life with many friends and entertaining various venues with playing music via accordion and homemade "rhythm box". She would often be seen listening and dancing to polka music in the park and could play dozens of tunes by ear on her Hammond organ to the delight of guests.

Mary leaves daughters, Kathleen Howlett (Peter Wilson) and Suzy Wajda (Tim Harrison); sisters, Ellie Hill, Carol Ryczek and Rose Sorokowsky; and many friends and caregivers, who enabled Mom to age with love, care and dignity.

Visitation will take place on Sunday, October 30, 2022 (TODAY), from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Wolanin Funeral Home, 266 Main St., New York Mills, NY. Mary’s service will follow visitation at the funeral home on Sunday at 1:30 p.m.

Please consider memorial contributions, in Mary’s memory, to either, Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc., 4277 Middle Settlement Road, New Hartford, NY13413 or the Alzheimer’s Association, Central New York Chapter, 5015 Campuswood Drive, Suite 102, East Syracuse, NY13077.

Peter Orzolek, Jr.,

Peter Orzolek, Jr., 70, of Elm Tree Road, died on October 31, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica.

Mr. Orzolek was born on November 28, 1951 in Trenton, NJ, a son of the late Peter and Lillian J. (Calabrese) Orzolek. He moved to the area in 1965 and graduated from West Canada Valley Central School in 1970. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years and helped his parents on the family farm. He furthered his education at Herkimer College and received an associate degree in criminal justice. In 1990 he started a 30 year career as a peace officer at Herkimer County Community College. Peter was a dedicated employee, he served the college until his retirement in 2018 and continued to work part time for 2 more years. He was a sports car enthusiast and enjoyed restoring his Ford 8N tractor.

Survivors include his brother John Orzolek of the Town of Norway; and his German Shepherd, Penny. Peter was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Lillian Orzolek.

Calling hours were at the Autenrith Funeral Home, Newport. Private interment will take place in St. John's Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to Kuyahoora Valley Ambulance Corps, P.O. Box 282 Poland, NY13431.

Rhea Marie Broadbent

Rhea Marie Broadbent (Wilson), 68, was called home on November 3, 2022, with her loving family by her side.

Rhea was born December 6, 1953 to the late Andrew (retired Sergeant from the United States Air Force) and Rita Wilson (homemaker) of North Utica, NY. She was immersed in the Catholic Church community which became her lifelong support from an early age. She remained in Utica until she graduated high school from St. Francis de Sales.

Rhea was blessed with a large and loving family. She married her best friend, Boyce R. “Boomer” Broadbent, on May 3, 1975, at St. Marks in Utica, NY. They raised seven children with patience, discipline, and humility. She waited until her children were in their teens before becoming a Certified Nurse’s Assistant at Sunset Nursing Home Boonville, NY. Her life was one of service as “doing unto others” was her motto. She had the fighting spirit of a warrior while maintaining the kindness of a patron saint. Rhea lived her life the way she wanted to un- apologetically #no filter, she will be dearly missed by her loved ones.

After 47 years of marriage, Boomer will continue to stay strong to support their living legacies, their children: Randall (Shelly), Andrea (Dave), Paul (Arlena), Peter (Lorraine), Renee, Amanda (Luke), and Mary (Dan). The Broadbent traditions will continue through their thirteen grandchildren: Randall, Cameron, Patrick, Ryan (Allison), Gabriella, Isabella, Allison, Madilynn, Andrew, Braden, Grace, and Brooklyn.

AMass of Christian Burial was at St. Leo’s Catholic Church in Holland Patent. The interment took place at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Whitesboro, NYimmediately following services. Ackley-Mills Funeral Home, Remsen was in charge of the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Kate Trombley of the Cancer Center at Oneida Health & Hospice. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. James Vanderhoof, Kate Trombley as well as the staff of Oneida Health & Hospital, and the Cancer Foundation for their continual support through this difficult time.

Kassondra Lynn Steria

Kassondra Lynn Steria, 26 of West Leyden NYpassed away on 11/3/2022 surrounded by her loving family. Kassondra (Kassie) was born prematurely on October 7th, 1996, in Lowville NY. Due to her lifelong disabilities, she attended classes through BOCES in the South Lewis district. Kassie enjoyed school very much and made so many lifelong friends. Kassie enjoyed her books and TVprograms as well as time spent with her family and her dogs. Kassie had a wonderful imagination and loved to tell stories. She was always being silly and telling jokes. Kassie had a smile most would tell you lit up a room.

Kassie will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her parents, Neal and Coral Grenier of West Leyden, NYand Jason and Roberta Steria of Marcy, NY; Her siblings Kaiden-riley Steria, Kaylana Steria, Alissa Grenier, Dylan Grenier; Her Grandparents Lawerence Dillabough and Jill Dillabough Way, Ronald and Patricia Steria, Gail Grenier, Rose and Ronald Largett. Her Aunts Corinne and Alicia Koren, Rachel Dywer, and Meghan Morgan. AUncle Lucas Steria, Numerous Great Aunts and cousins. And so many others who became like family over the years. Her family would like to thank those who helped care for Kassie over the years especially Crystal Gydesen, Jessica Burriss, Ashley Clark and Echo Lewis you were all so good to Kassie.

Amemorial service will be held on November 9th 2022 at Awesome Country, 106 Park Ave, Boonville, NY@ 5pm. In her honor we will be having “pancake” and we ask that anyone wear Tie Dye as Kassie loved her Tie Dye shirts. The family is asking that you message Coral if planning to attend. In Lui of Flowers consider a donation to Lewis County Humane Society in Kassie’s name.

James L. LaClair

James L. LaClair, 42, of Barneveld, passed away unexpectedly November 2, 2022 at his home.

James was born December 1, 1979, the son of Amelia Maynard and Kevin LaClair in Utica, NY. He was Kevin’s only child. James, also known as “Droopy” to his friends and family, was a caring and devoted son who was close with his father, which helped him become an amazing and loving father to his own two daughters and the world revolved around those little girls. He was an avid fisherman and you would often find him on a fishing adventure with his brothers. James chose to share his knowledge with the next generation, taking the time to teach his daughter and nephews whenever he could. You could find James behind a sewing machine more often than he liked, a talented tailor, something he learned from his mother, Amelia. He altered many last-minute prom dresses for his nieces, created beautiful garments from scratch and his specialty, his cloth teddy bears. James was also an ardent online gamer. He had forged close friendships with people from all over the world. When he wasn’t with his daughters or catching the next whopper, James would spend his downtime at the Hotel Moore with his buddies Rob and Mack.

James was quick to laugh or lend a hand to anyone who needed it. He put his heart into everything he did. James had a quiet strength in him that he could share with a simple hug. His love for his family was evident in everything about him, you could see it shining in his eyes.

To know James was to love him, and he has a lot of people that love him.

He is survived by his daughters, River and Scarlet. Fiancé, Jolene Walker, the couple were set to be married summer 2023; grandfather, Carl and father, Kevin (Linda); aunts, Karen and Ann Marie and uncle, Christopher; sisters, Lisa Cappelli and Wynter Alfred (John); brothers, Sean Saul (Toni), Todd LaClair, and Joe LaClair (Melanie). Nephews Dante, Sean, Christopher, Angelo, Trenton, Gabrielle, Joe Jr., Trenton, Austin and Alex, nieces Zamantha, Brittany, Tanner, Tamar, Skylar, Donna, April, Skylar, Luanna and Amelia, great-nephews, Kaiden, Bobby, Ryker and Jackson. He was close to his second mom, Phyllis Winn and numerous cousins and extended family. He was predeceased by his mother, Amelia; older brother, Mike Cappelli; grandmother, Mary Jane; aunts; Jackie and Joslyn; uncles Joe, Raymond and Peter.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday from 2-4 pm at Dimbleby Funeral Homes, Inc., 7944 Steuben St., Holland Patent, followed immediately by a Celebration of Life at the Hotel Moore, 113 Mappa Ave, Barneveld.

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Gary Michael Lennon, age 65 of Barneveld, NYpassed away suddenly on Sunday, Oct. 30 in Clearwater Beach, FL.

Gary was born on February 1, 1957 in Fort Eustis, Virginia. He was the son of the late Harold T. Lennon, Jr. and Virginia Wind Lennon. He graduated from Holland Patent High School, Paul Smith’s Forestry School, and West Virginia University, where he jokingly bragged about being the only student to take 7 years to complete his 4 year degree. He was nicknamed “Log” for his love of forestry and being outdoors. More than anything, he loved his 2 girls: his wife, Debbie and his daughter, Melissa, aka “Junior”.

Gary followed in his father’s footsteps, working at both Lennon’s and W.B. Wilcox Jewelers in New Hartford and Utica, NY. After combining both stores in the early 90’s, he ran the business until he retired in 2020, proudly transferring ownership to his daughter, Melissa, who is continuing his legacy of running the family business as the 4th generation.

Gary was a graduate gemologist and an expert jeweler, taking pride in the work he did. He loved the relationships he

Alan J. Crossett

Mr. Crossett was born on March 30, 1970 in Herkimer, a son of Leslie Crossett and the late Jacquelene Sechrist. He received his education from West Canada Valley Central School. Alan worked at several farms throughout his life and was last employed as a truck driver at Costello Blacktop Paving, Inc., Frankfort. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, music, and was a past member of the Newport Volunteer Fire Department.

Survivors besides his father, Leslie, include three daughters, Cassie and Faith and Samantha; three grandchildren, Shaylyn, Landon, and Lucas; three sisters, Patty Carr of St. Petersburg, FL, Tammy Crossett of Fort Meyers, FL, and Dawn Yates, of Gantt AL; and two brothers, John (Rachel) Crossett of Rotterdam, Netherlands and Patrick Washer of Cocoa Beach, FL; his longtime friend, Marie Oleksy of Norway; his canine companion Mecco; and many other special friends. In addition to his mother, Jacquelene, Alan was predeceased by his step-mother, Charlene Crossett; and a brother, Michael Crossett. Calling hours and funeral were held at the Autenrith Funeral Home, Newport. Interment followed in Middleville Rural Cemetery.

formed with his co-workers, who he loved like family, and his customers, who became lifelong friends.

Gary enjoyed many activities including skiing at McCauley Mountain, hiking in the Adirondacks, riding his bike, fishing, and spending time at Hinckley Lake with family and friends. He was a lifelong fan of the Minnesota Twins. He coached his daughter’s AYSO and indoor soccer teams from 2001-2014 and loved every second of it, despite never having played soccer in his life. He also enjoyed growing giant pumpkins and managed to achieve his goal of growing an 1,100 pound pumpkin back in 2015.

He was a loving husband, father, brother, and a true friend who will be missed by all he leaves behind. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Wheat, and his daughter, Melissa Lennon and Nick Pino, stepson, Jason Wheat, his brothers, H Thomas and Nancy Lennon, Doug and Stephanie Lennon, Timothy and Debra Lennon, and Jim Lennon, along with his in laws Mary Young, Paul Wheat, Gary Wheat, and Greg and Desiree Wheat. He loved being an uncle to his many nieces and nephews: AJ, Chrissy, Emily and Greg, Mallory, Eliza, Spencer and Kate, Mike, Jamie and Walt, Elizabeth and Sean, Nathan, and Cathy.

He was predeceased by his sister Sue, his parents, Harold TLennon, Jr. and Virginia Wind Lennon, and his aunt, Deb Bathrick. He loved growing up in a big family and considered his siblings to be his best friends, along with his many beloved cousins who he loved spending time with.

Above all, he loved spending time at his favorite place, his condo in Clearwater Beach, FL. It was his favorite place in the entire world, and he loved spending his days fishing in the ocean. It is only fitting that he got to experience one final beautiful sunset there- with the infamous “green flash”.

The family will receive visitors on Saturday Nov. 12, 2022 from 9:30 AM until 10:45 AM at St. Paul's Church in Whitesboro, NYwith a funeral mass and celebration of life to follow at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements are with the Friedel, Williams & Edmunds Funeral and Cremation Services, New Hartford.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Barneveld Fire Department 8530 Old Poland Rd., Barneveld, NY 13304, STAR Volunteer Ambulance, PO Box 409, Remsen, NY, 13438 or the Officer Joseph D. Corr Memorial Foundation at www.joecorr.org.

Park Coffee House will present a Split Bill on Sat, Nov 19

Park Coffee House in Holland Patent will present a Split Bill on Saturday November 19 at 7:30 PM. This concert features the duo Pandemic Therapy and the celebrated group Cincinnati Creek. Pandemic Therapy consists of the pickin’and singin’duo of Rick Kincaid and Terry Schwaner. They formed their musical partnership out of a shared passion for folk music and a quest for sanity during the second Covid-19 wave of 2020. Rick is an original organizer of the wellknown group Rattlin’ Bog. Terry has shared his distinctive voice and guitar at Unity Hall in Barneveld for the past five years.

Cincinnati Creek needs no introduction to Park Coffee House audiences. They perform an acoustic variety of bluegrass, gospel, pop tunes, and original compositions. This group, that takes its name from a stream that flows through northern Oneida County, features Lori Thompson on vocals, mandolin, and guitar. Cathy Martin plays bass and adds harmony to the group. Banjo player Chris Pepe also sings harmony on a few tunes. Joe Rowlands, the newest group member, does vocals and adds doses of his signature humor.

Park Coffee House is looking forward to seeing you at this concert with Pandemic Therapy and Cincinnati Creek. You can count on great musicianship, fine vocals, some laughs, and a really great time.

Pandemic Therapy consists of the pickin’and singin’duo of Rick Kincaid and Terry Schwaner.

The show starts at 7:30 PM. The doors open at 7:00 PM, after the sound check is completed. Admission is $12.00, $5.00 for students, and no charge for children 12 years and under. Please note that Park Coffee House requires proof of Covid vaccination for admission to this and all of its events.

Before the performance and during the intermission, Park Coffee House volunteers will serve homemade desserts and beverages. Adonation is requested for the refreshments that will benefit the local food pantry operated by Foothills Rural

Community Ministry, the parent organization of Park Coffee House.

Coming up on the schedule will be the season finale Local Favorites Fundraiser Concert on December 3. Details on the performers for this event will be released soon.

Park Coffee House is located at the Twin Churches in the village of Holland Patent, just off Main Street (NYS Route 365), across from the park.

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Cincinnati Creek

Barneveld, NY – Aconcert featuring a roster of CNYallstar talent to benefit Nicole Deveny Gaines-Parker, who is battling cancer, will be held on Sun. Nov. 20 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Unity Hall in Barneveld. Performing will be Blueprints, Dust Devil Band, Brian Mulkerne Band, and a bevy of special guests from around the region.

There will also be a silent auction and baked goods sale at the concert. All proceeds will benefit Nicole, Malcolm and their family. Tickets are $30 plus $3.36 ticket fee and are available at:

https://NicoleDevenyBenefit Concert.eventbrite.com

THE BANDS

Blueprints features NY Blues Hall of Fame members, vocalist/guitarist George Deveny and vocalist/pianist Dave Liddy, along with groovemaster drummer Oscar Crandall and bassist Ken McConnell Jr. George is a top slide guitar player, and Dave a renowned blues, boogie-woogie and ragtime specialist. One of CNYs top blues-rock bands, Blueprints was founded in 1988, and has opened shows for many legendary artists, including the Nighthawks, Sonny Landreth, the subdudes, Luther "Guitar Jr." Johnson, C.J. Chenier and the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Asleep at the Wheel and many others.

One of CNY’s legacy rock bands, now back in action, The Dust Devil Band plays American roots music and country rock. The DDB is Ed Rosenburgh on vocal, guitar and harmonica, George Newton on pedal steel guitar, Darryl Mattison on drums,

Dane Porter on bass and vocal, and George Deveny on vocal and guitar. ACNYmusical favorite in the 1980s, the DDB recently has returned to the scene, including several sold-out performances at Unity Hall!

Brian Mulkerne Band , a current favorite on the Mohawk Valley music scene, plays blues and psychedelic folkrock. The band is made up of Brian Mulkerne on vocal and guitar, Tim Baldwin on vocals, guitar and fiddle, drummer Oscar Crandall, bassist Ken McConnell Jr., and Deveny on slide guitar. From Dead to Dylan to Hot Tuna and beyond, the Brian Mulkerne Band always delivers a solid set of favorites!

SPECIALGUESTS

Malcolm Gaines-Parker (drums, Mal PEntertainment). Nicole’s husband, Mal is a talented drummer, multi-instrumentalist, recording engineer and 2021 graduate of the Los Angeles School of Film. His tracks can be heard on national networks, including NFL Network, NHLNetwork, Lifetime Channel, VH1, Bravo, Food Channel and more!

Skip Murphy (harmonica, SAMMYHall of Fame, Out of the Blue, Merry Pranksters). A charismatic bandleader, and fixture of the blues scene in Syracuse since the 1970s, Skip brings his harmonica, some stories, and lots of fun to the show!

Rebecca Miner (vocals, Rebecca Miner Trio, Fabulous Mojos). Aversatile vocalist with experience in rock, country and musical theater, Rebecca deliver a high-energy performance every time!

Sydney Pinto (vocalist,

Walrus, Paul Case Band). A powerhouse vocalist, Syd’s played with the Paul Case band, and currently with the Mohawk Valley’s Walrus, now out entertaining fans in area clubs.

Sharon Allen (vocalist, Merry Pranksters, Better Than Bowling) Sharon Allen is well known to blues fans in Syracuse as vocalist for the Fab Femmes, Skip Murphy’s Merry Pranksters and for her duo work with singer/guitarist Dave Schneider. She can shout the blues and rock ‘n’roll with the best of ‘em!

Bob Holz (drummer, Bob Holz and AVision Forward) Bob has been very successful leading his own band, Bob Holz and AVision Forward. He has several nationally acclaimed CD releases, and feature some of the top names in jazz, Larry Coryell, Daryl Jones (Rolling Stones)

Carl Marucci (drummer, Clean Street). One of the Mohawk Valley’s most experienced and versatile drummer’s, Carl has entertained fans in the Mohawk Valley for decades with bands like Cleen Street, Soul Injection, Bhang! And more!

John Savage (vocalist/guitarist, John Savage and George Deveny). John’s eponymous solo recording, produced by George Deveny, earned him a spot to perform at Woodstock ’99.

Dave “Dinger” Wingfield (guitarist, Drivin’Sideways, Ryan Quinn). “Dinger” is one of the most technically skilled and expressive guitarists anywhere.

John Handzel (bassists (Drivin’Sideways, Rebecca Miner Trio). John Handzel con-

tributes his considerable bass talents to a number of bands currently working in CNYand was a member of the legendary Drivin’Sideways in the 1970s.

Ari Marucci (bassists, Lower Tolpa). Ari plays bass for the Lower Tolpa, a new, upand-coming band from the Mohawk Valley that you will be hearing more of in the future!

“I am blessed to have made many great musical friends over the years, and many of them will be appearing at the show at historic Unity Hall,” George Deveny, said. “Most of the performers have known Nicole since she was a little girl.

For them to come to play at this event is very special and meaningful to Nicole and Malcolm and to all our family. Unity Hall is my favorite concert venue – aesthetically beautiful, acoustically perfect, and thoroughly magical! This is

going to be a very memorable show for all involved!”

CONTACT: George Deveny

315.868.5490/george@geo rgedeveny.com

Rome Historical Assoc: Capitol History

On Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 5:30 pm the Rome Historical Society,200 Church Street, Rome,, will host a program titled “Capitol History” with the Rome Capitol Theatre’s own Arthur and Kylie Pierce. The historic Capitol Theatre was built in 1928 and today remains an active performing arts complex in the heart of Rome’s Arts District. From grand beginnings to its most recent restoration, the Capitol has entertained generations as a movie house and live performance venue.

This program will dive into how the Capitol came to be, the celebrities that have graced its stage, the venue’s decline, and its subsequent rebirth. Today the restored Capitol, with its brilliant marquee, is steeped in history and serves as an exemplary example of community revitalization.

This program is part of the Rome Historical Society’s third Wednesday programming. For information on other presentations visit their website at: www.romehistoricalsociety.org.

New York State Senate Commendation Award 2022 Presented to Ben Simons

Benjamin Simons, ie Ben from Steuben,was awarded NYState Senate Commendation Award this past week.This was awarded by Senator Joe Griffo in recognition of his advocating and contributions to agriculture. Ben has served on the Oneida County Cooperative Extension Board for 9 years, Oneida County Soil and Water Board for 27 years, Oneida County Farm Bureau Board then president for 10 years, NYState Farm Bureau Board for 3 years,

Remsen Development Association, Boonville Farms Milk Cooperative 30 years, Governor’s Traffic Safety Council Agriculture Representative, SMV seminars with Sheriff Rob Maciol, currently president of the Oneida County Association of Towns, BoonvilleOneida County Fair board and totally enjoying being asked to be on the radio, Talk of the Town 100.7FM and WIBX Bill Keeler Show, being the voice of Central NYagriculture.

Ben was so honored to be awarded this Commendation Award and totally happy that Agriculture was noticed by Senator Griffo, it is the number one industry in NYstate and Oneida County.