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International store set to close after 40 years The Sweater Venture owner retiring, will pursue new projects By SHAYLA COLON
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CAPITAL DISTRICT The Albany-Tula Alliance is seeking Capital Region students from high school to first-year college to enter a multimedia contest on the importance of discerning fact from fiction. For the past quarter-century, the Albany-Tula Alliance has been a cooperative sister city initiative between New York’s Capital Region and the Tula Region in Russia. Through the years there have been many cultural, educational, scientific and business exchanges between the two. Even though government relations remain strained the friends of the Alliance continue to work together as citizen diplomats. The annual Essay Contest is asking students to submit a creative response to the prompt: “How can you form an unbiased opinion of another culture
EAST GREENBUSH - The end of an era is approaching for Marketplace at The Sweater Venture. Earlier this month, the international apparel store on Columbia Turnpike announced it will close come late March. Its owners are retiring. Owner Dan Welch started the store in the late 1970s after graduating from college and embarking on various adventures around the world. Fascinated with what he found beyond U.S. boundaries, he created the Sweater Venture as a retail hub exchanging international cultures and goods hailing from places such as Ecuador, Bolivia and Nepal. “I feel very proud of what we’ve been able to do cooperatively with the community for several generations now,” he said. “It’s been an amazing ride and the support from throughout the Capital Region and beyond has been spectacular, beyond anything we could have ever imagined when this concept of a community-based business was being articulated in the late ‘70s,” he added. Much of the shop’s evolution through the years fashioned the greater world’s progression, a gripping transformation Welch enjoyed watching.
He recalled the world being more parochial when he began the business, a PHOTO BY LORI VAN BUREN / TIMES UNION time when people had limited worldviews. Dan Welch, owner of Marketplace at The Sweater Venture in East Greenbush, “Our view of the plans to close the store. world got bigger as we became more appreworld before its loose ends are tied up and the ciative of continents, countries and cultures old 1800s church it occupies takes on a new beyond our own and the world got smaller as life. we were able to communicate more readily,” Welch said his upcoming retirement signals he said. the store’s mission was a success. He and his Through dozens of trips abroad, Welch had wife will take on other community-based a front-row seat to the world growing “both projects now. Some will involve a couple of bigger and smaller at the same time,” which subset projects the pair worked on in Ecuador he replicated in Sweater Venture by “acting and continuing them online or in wholesale, he globally but being local.” shared. “By bringing into our local destination the Their other projects call for a retreat to their fruits of the conversations that we were having rural beginnings and keeping up with their with knitting groups, other artisans, jewelers, passions for beekeeping and gardening. Welch weavers and other skilled people in the counplans to unveil the full scope of their next tries that were working,” he offered locals not chapter to loyal customers through a series of only the products but the cultures that made emails in coming weeks. such items possible. Welch hopes The Sweater Venture’s misAnd in almost four decades, Welch made sion inspired others to keep fostering similar friends in several countries who, like him, are international relationships and community prepared to set out on new expeditions in life development. His final word to customers was after their businesses flourished. a motivational push in that direction. “Pick up the flag and move it forward,” he The shop now has about enough time as said. Jules Verne gave Phileas Fogg to go around the
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the parades, fireworks and solemn services to show our appreciation of veterans, more can and should be done.” A group of patriotic people have a colorful dream of a field filled with “Basically there will be rolls and rolls of flag,” O’Donnell said. “Each ways to honor our nation’s heroes. flag will be dedicated to a veteran that belongs to someone’s family.” They envision filling a field with more than 1,000 American flags MeThe organizers also hope their project will help unify the community, morial Day weekend as a patriotic tribute to O’Donnell said. our nation’s heroes and commemorate those “We hope to get a lot of people includwho sacrificed their lives for our nation. ing youths, organizations, businesses and The Field of Honor will be in place for others involved in the project as a way to public viewing next Memorial Day weekend, enhance unity,” she said. “We are also hopeMay 27 to 30. Details for a dedication cereful the project creates an awareness of what mony and program will be announced soon. veterans have done for us.” The flags will be displayed on the foot“The United States flag is the great symball field at Hoosic Valley Central School in bol of our unity, as it symbolizes our storied Schaghticoke to remind everyone of the debt history, traditions and aspirations as fellow Please see CONTEST 16 we owe veterans and military servicemen citizens,” says a Colonials Flag Foundation spokesman. and serThe Stars and Stripes display will be vicewomen, COLONIAL FLAG FOUNDATION made possible by donations and sponsoraccording A volunteer places an American flag in a field. ships. to Marylou Each flag may be sponsored to honor Pudiak-Town, Any Price, Area or Condition individual veterans or military personnel. The public is invited to project co-chairwoman. FAST, FAIR OFFERS purchase a flag at $40 each. The purchaser of each flag can identify a Lauren Van Buren of Schaghticoke, co-chairwoman, Russ Greenman of Rens- veteran or service member. A tag is placed on each flag that honors and includes a tribute to that individual. selaer, fundraiser chairman, and Nancy P.O. Box 1831, Albany NY 12201 Flags and company sponsorships can be purchased online at www. O’Donnell of Schaghticoke, program 518-441-6376 • rdrehabllc@aol.com healingfield.org/event/schaghticokeny22or by mail by check payable to chairwoman, are helping Pudiak-Town. Field of Honor, put Schaghticoke, N.Y., in memo line, and send to Colo“We Americans have been blessed with nial Flag Foundation, 9362 S. 3090 West, Sandy, UT 84070. Donations citizens who answered the call to serve are also encouraged. For information, contact Marilou Pudiak-Town in the military to protect our freedoms,” Pudiak-Town says. “Although we have Please see FLAGS 16 By TERRY BROWN
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Omicron wave may be cresting Does this signal a new phase of the pandemic? Experts’ opinions are mixed By BETHANY BUMP
As cases of coronavirus start to peak in parts of the Northeast and New York, local health officials say downstate trends signal that the Capital Region’s top level of the current surge is likely under way now, with hospitalizations and deaths expected to crest soon. “It appears to be peaking now,” said Dr. Steven Hanks of St. Peter’s Health Partners, who predicted that the recent surge of cases fueled by the extremely contagious omicron variant will recede as quickly as it came. “February could look relatively COVID-free here in the Capital Region.” Boosted population immunity as a result of this last surge has many speculating whether the pandemic is shifting into a new endemic phase — which occurs when a disease becomes relatively manageable, like the flu. But public health experts say record case numbers belie that logic and warn inequitable vaccination coverage worldwide provides fertile ground for new and unpredictable variants to emerge. Still, the lessened severity of omicron and rapid-fire pace at which it spread across the globe has fueled hope that the pandemic is entering a more manageable phase — since pathogens have a tendency to become more contagious but less severe over time. “I have learned not to make predictions,” Albany County Health Commissioner Dr.
Elizabeth Whalen told the Times Union. “Certainly we are at a stage in which vaccine uptake is pretty good in our adult population, we have seen a significant percentage of the county that has already had clinical infection, and we are learning that the omicron variant may be less clinically severe. These are good signs, but we are still very much in the woods.” The current concern, she said, is the increased transmissibility of omicron and rise in pediatric hospitalizations. “Due to the sheer number of people infected, there is a concern that our health care systems are challenged,” said Whalen, whose county is averaging almost 1,000 cases a day. “We are seeing that now. We need to get past this wave.” Whalen said public health professionals are “certainly discussing” how and when COVID-19 will become endemic, “meaning a disease that is regularly found in the population (like seasonal flu),” she said. “This may mean updates to vaccine periodically, and people modifying behavior (such as using mitigation strategies) in times of increased spread,” she said. White House chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci last week warned omicron’s transmissibility means it’s likely to “find just about everybody,” though he added that the data continues to show vaccinated and boosted Americans are far less likely to wind up hospitalized or dead. On Monday, Fauci said it’s “an open question” whether the current surge spells the end of the pandemic. “I would hope that that’s the case,” he said. “But that would only be the case if we don’t
Grafton Senior Center News CROPSEYVILLE - Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Cropseyville, will be open with limited hours. State and County Guidelines will be posted and must be followed at all times. The center is now open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 3:00 with congregate lunch and activities. Tuesday, Jan 25th there is Yoga at 10:00 and lunch (Butter Crumb Haddock, potato, vegetable) at noon. Thurs, Jan 27th following lunch (Spaghetti and Meatballs) there will be a special presentation on the History of Grafton Lake State Park. The Center invites everyone to join us for this very informative presentation which was used for their 50th anniversary celebration. The center is also open on Friday from 9:30 to 11:00 for our 10:00 Yoga class. Looking ahead, February 1st Rachel will be at the center for haircuts, manicures and pedicures by appointment only. Please call the center for available appointment times. Feb 3rd there will be craft time at the center. Pre-signup is required. February 8th there will be a quest speaker from Brunswick PT with some therapy tricks for our aches and pains. All residents 60 and over should try to attend this event. Feb 15th
get another variant that eludes the immune response of the prior variant.” Omicron’s impact While many have sought reassurance in omicron’s relative mildness compared with the delta variant, its extreme contagiousness helped to fuel record positivity rates across the Capital Region and New York. Nearly one out of every four tests in the state came back positive at the height of the omicron surge, which occurred Jan. 2 when the seven-day positivity rate clocked in at 23.2 percent, according to state data. That number has since declined, dropping to 15.7 percent as of Sunday’s data. In the Capital Region, nearly one out of every five tests performed on residents of the eight-county area came back positive at the height of the omicron surge, which appears to have occurred Jan. 7, when the seven-day positivity rate hit 19.8 percent. That number had dropped to 17.1 percent as of Sunday. Albany County was hit particularly hard due to its larger population; on Friday it saw its highest number of daily COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began, with 1,586 new infections among residents. “We are currently seeing the highest number of cases we have had to date, due to the highly transmissible omicron variant,” Whalen said. “We remain in a period of very high transmission in Albany County.” The high positivity rates have occurred despite the widespread availability of vaccines and boosters this winter — further illustrating Please see OMICRON 16
will be our Valentine Special Luncheon with country singer Ray Gifford. There is a $3 suggested donation for all lunches at the center. Call (518) 279-3413 to be added to the lunch list.
Sand Lake Town Library News SAND LAKE - The SLTL Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, January 20 at 6:45pm to discuss by-laws, committee assignments, conflict of interest, plan of service, and Continuing Operations Plan. The meeting may be moved to zoom – check the library website the day of the meeting for the link. SLTL Friends meeting Tuesday, January 25 at 6:30. This month’s take’n’make kits feature polar bears, penguins, and winter mittens – a different one each week! The SLTL Book Club’s February choice is available: “susan, linda, nina, & cokie” by Lisa Napoli. Library Substitute positions now open. Call for more information. Check the Community Calendar at sandlaketownlibrary.org for events around town. Submit events to info@sandlaketownlibrary.org. Library Hours: M-TH 11 – 8; F 11 – 3; Sat 10 – 2. Call 518-674-5050 for more information.
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History of Grafton Lake State Park at the Senior Center GRAFTON - Last year Grafton Lakes State Park celebrated its 50th anniversary. To honor this milestone and to honor all those associated with the park, members of the public were interviewed to gain an insight into their memories, preserving their oral histories for generations to come. Former employees, long-time visitors, and those who used to own land where the park is today were all interviewed and their contributions complied into a 75-minute one-of-a-kind film. Oral Histories of Grafton Lakes State Park will be showing at the Everett Wagar Senior Center in the town of Grafton at 12:30 on Thursday, January 27th. All are invited to attend this event. Lunch (Spaghetti and Meatballs) will served at noon with a suggested $3 donation. Please call the center at (518) 279-3413 to be added to the lunch list.
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AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY SNHU Announces Fall 2021 Dean’s List MANCHESTER, NH - It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2021 Dean’s List. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum gradepoint average of 3.500 to 3.699 are named to the Dean’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must earn 12 credits in the fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits in either EW1 & EW2, EW3 & EW4, or EW5 & EW6. Paige Moore of Castleton (12033) Sherie Pompey of Troy (12180) Debra Solomon of Troy (12180) Michelle Vebber of Johnsonville (12094) Devin Waters of Troy (12180)
News From Averill Park CSD AVERILL PARK - A new water filtration system has been installed at Algonquin Middle School. The district is currently working with the De-
partment of Health as we move closer to making it operational. For more information on water testing in the District, visit the District website, click on District Information and then PFOA. AMS Music Teacher Sabrina Manna performed at the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall’s Music at Noon Concert Series recently. Great job Sabrina, bravo! Congratulations to Amelia Wood for being named the No. 1 pick on the NewsChannel 13 Rensselaer Honda girls high school basketball All-Star team. Way to go Amelia! As always, for the latest news from the District, please visit our website – averillpark.k12.ny.us. You can also follow AP on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Submitted by Dr. James Franchini, Averill Park CSD Superintendent Mission: Meeting the needs of and creating opportunities for every student every day. #AP_ EveryStudentEveryDay
Part-Time SUNY Canton Students Earn Academic Honors CANTON, NY - SUNY Canton recognizes more
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East Greenbush CSD Opens Kindergarten Registration for 2022-23 EAST GREENBUSH - The East Greenbush Central School District is now enrolling kindergarten students for the 2022-23 school year. To be eligible for kindergarten in September 2022, your child must turn five years old by December 1, 2022. Kindergarten reg-
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Karah Whitman Earns a Spot on the Dean’s List at Coastal Carolina University CONWAY, SC - Nearly 2,500 undergraduate students at Coastal Carolina University were named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester, including Karah Whitman, a Early Childhood Educ Pre-Major major from Rensselaer, NY (12144). Coastal Carolina University is a dynamic, public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, located just minutes from the resort area of Myrtle Beach, S.C.
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SUNY Canton Announces Fall 2021 President’s List CANTON, NY - SUNY Canton recognizes approximately 600 students for earning a spot on the President’s List during the fall 2021 semester. “You are among the students who have earned top honors at SUNY Canton,” Szafran said. “I hope that you take great pride in this impressive achievement. I recognize your hard work and I wish you the best in your future endeavors.” President’s List recognizes full-time students who achieve a 3.75 or greater GPA. Students honored include: Amanda E. Garrigan, a SUNY Canton Health Care Management major from East Nassau, NY (12062). Debora L. Hall, a SUNY Canton Legal Studies major from Hoosick Falls, NY (12090). Alyssa L. Pitcheralle, a SUNY Canton Homeland Security major from Rensselaer, NY (12144). Benjamin Veneable, a SUNY Canton Game Design and Development major from Rensselaer, NY (12144). Zion Sankey, a SUNY Canton Sports Management major from Troy, NY (12180).
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AVERILL PARK - Hello Warrior Fans! Our varsity teams continue to show success midway through the winter season. The girls basketball team defeated Burnt Hills 61-53 on 1/11. Senior Amelia Wood had a near triple double, with 22 points, 18 rebounds, and 9 assists. Senior Michelina Lombardi also added 19 points in her first game back from injury. The girls stayed hot, beating Shaker 58-48 on 1/14. Amelia Wood once again led the girls with 20 points while Taylor Holohan had 18. The girls team takes on Bethlehem on 1/25 for their next game. The boys basketball team beat Burnt Hills 50-41 on 1/11, thanks to 20 points from Nicholas Galuski and 15 points from Dan Coiteux. The boys fell 51-41 against Shaker on 1/14. Dan Coiteux and Nick Carbone each scored 11 in the loss. The basketball team travels to CBA for their next game on 1/21. The wrestling team had a big 34-23 win against Ballston Spa on 1/12. Edward Marcus, Jacob Hanlon, LJ Welcome, Jacob White, Connor Dee, Mike Steen, Eli Goosman, and Caden Slagen each won their matches.The wrestling team travels to Burnt Hills on 1/20 for their next match. The hockey team defeated Lasalle 6-0 on 1/15. Kyle Millington, Brendan Walsh, and Cole Davidson each had a goal and assist in the winning effort. The Jets will face Guilderland in their next game on 1/21. The boys bowling team won their match against Guilderland 22-10 on 1/11.Joe Minehan had a 649 high triple to lead the boys while Hunter Willet had a 242 high single. The bowling team continued their dominating season, beating Bethlehem 27-5 on 1/13. Jacob Kellar led the team with a 675 high triple while Joe Minehan put up a 248 high single. The bowling team finished fifth in the Ralph DeStefano tournament on 1/15. Joe Minehan finished with the overall high single of 275 and added a 614 & 631 series. The boys team travels to Colonie on 1/20 for their next match. The girls bowling team was defeated 31-1 against Colonie on 1/10. Emma Hotaling had a 489 triple and Anna Wicks had a 180 single. The girls fell to Columbia on 1/12, with a 30-2 final score. Emma Hotaling had a 581 triple and Anna Wicks had a 227 single. The bowling team faces Ballston Spa on 1/24 for their next match. I will be back next week to report on AP scores and highlights. Go Warriors!
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Snowshoe Rentals at Dyken Pond EEC GRAFTON - Rentals are available when there is at least 6 inches of snow on the ground. Please call ahead to reserve your shoes as rentals may not always be available. $5 ½ day rental. Guided snowshoe hikes also available with advance notice. For info call (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@gmail.com.
Nature Book Club RENSSELAER COUNTY - Nature Book Club, with Rama Hamarneh, Wednesday, January 26, 7 pm on Zoom. This month we’ll be reading James Herriot’s familiar classic, All Creatures Great and Small. The book club provides a space to discuss books related to nature, together as a community. Monthly meetings are free to attend, and all are welcome - come for a single month, every month, or anything in between! Rama is a published writer with a PhD in Comparative Literature. She works as a staff advisor at RPI and is on the volunteer committee for the Poesten Kill Bends Preserve in Troy. Learn more/register at www.rensselaerplateau.org.
Winter Tracking Workshop RENSSELAER COUNTY - Winter Tracking Workshop, with Dan Yacobellis, Saturday, January 29, 9 am – 3:30 pm. Valentino Family Community Forest, Grafton. Learn to read the tracks and sign of the animal residents of the Rensselaer Plateau. This ancient art/ science will give you a fun way to connect with and get to know the local ecology, wherever you may be. From the signs animals leave, we can learn what they like, where their favorite places are, who they avoid or gravitate to, and how they interact with all the species of plants, trees, mammals, and birds around them. Sometimes we can even figure out what they are thinking or feeling! Space is limited and pre-registration required. Register at www.rensselaerplateau.org.
Grafton Lakes State Park to Host Cabin Fever GRAFTON - Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host a Cabin Fever event on Saturday, January 22, 2022. Due to COVID-19, many of the indoor exhibits will be offering hikes and scavenger hunts outside throughout the day. The event will include a polar plunge, food vendors, and family-friendly recreational activities. The event is free of charge and runs from 11:30 AM-3:00 PM. Cabin Fever will include activities such as its popular snow bowling hill, snowshoe races and a snowball toss, as well as guided snowshoe outings. Other outdoor offerings this year include free snowmobile rides, sensory walks, and an ice dive demonstration. Registration for the hikes will open in January. The Polar Plunge kicks off the main events at 11:30AM (registration from 11-11:30am). As always, the Plunge includes a playful prize for the silliest costume offered by the Friends of Grafton Lakes
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What’s the Big Deal with Sports Betting? CAPITAL DISTRICT - Mobile Sports Betting was legalized in New York State last year, and the regulators have been approved to launch as early as this weekend, Saturday January 8, 2022. Access and availability to gambling outlets continue to increase across New York State. For many, gambling is a form of entertainment and causes little to no harm. But there is another side to gambling that often is not discussed. Problem gambling and gambling disorder affect upwards of 8 million Americans every year (National Council on Problem Gambling). While most who choose to gamble are able to do it responsibly, it is important to understand the risks associated. When there is an increase in access and availability to something, the risk of developing a problem also increases. The New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) simply defines problem gambling as anytime gambling causes problems in your life. Problem gambling can cause personal, family, relationship, and/or career issues. These can include arguments over money and time spent gambling with loved ones, missing deadlines and being distracted at work, or feeling depressed or anxious because of one’s gambling. With the launch of mobile sports betting, bettors will have access to wager 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are endless amounts of bets that can be made in a 24-hour period, expanding from simply betting on the outcome of a game to also include in-game bets, pointspreads, the over/under, parlay bets, futures, and many more (The Game Day). Recent research has estimated that 6-9% of young people and young adults experience problems related to gambling -- a higher rate than among adults (National Center for Responsible Gaming). A concern with mobile sports betting and the technology utilized is that it engages a younger generation of bettors, including individuals who may have never gambled before or at traditional venues for gambling. The potentially endless access to gambling in the palm of a young person’s hand could quickly escalate to be problematic for them and their loved ones. Unlike substance use disorder, the warning signs of problem gambling and gambling disorder do not always present themselves in a physical way. It is often referred to as the hidden addiction. Warning signs include: • Gambling to escape or avoid worries, frustrations, or disappointments • Neglecting other responsibilities to concentrate on gambling activities • Increasing amounts of money bet in an effort to win back losses • Gambling with money needed for necessary expenses, such as groceries, bills, or medication • Borrowing or relying on others to get out of debt • Feeling desperate, depressed, or having suicidal ideations because of gambling There is help available for anyone impacted by problem gambling. Problem Gambling Resource Centers (PGRCs) are located in every county and borough across New York State. PGRCs are designed to provide information and access to support to anyone seeking help as a result of problematic gambling. This includes help for the individual betting, for their loved ones who are impacted, as well as community partners seeking to provide support. For more information on your local PGRC, please visit https://nyproblemgamblinghelp.org/
Grafton Lakes State Park Needs Volunteers for Cabin Fever Event GRAFTON - Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park are looking for volunteers to assist with the Cabin Fever event on Sat, January 22, 2022. Due to COVID-19, we have modified our annual winter fest and are excited to offer capital region families a day full of outings, demonstrations, and tabling. Events like these are not possible without the dedication of volunteers who love the park. The event is free of charge and will take place from 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Love to hike? Be a sweep on hikes and walks led by local clubs and organizations such as the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance, LL Bean, and the Rensselaer Land Trust. Prefer more of a front row seat? Assist with greeting visitors, registration, manning an activity, and more! To sign up to volunteer visit: (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0a4daea72da4fb6-volunteering). The park will offer two free snowshoe rentals and meal tickets for your donated time. Group sizes for outings will be limited. Masks will be required for all participants ages two and older when indoors. Cabin Fever activities will be spread out across the park. Locations for different activities will be shared upon registration. Volunteers will agree to not attend if they are experiencing any symptoms, have been in contact with someone who
recently tested positive or is suspected to have COVID-19. Grafton Lakes State Park is located off of Route 2, twelve miles east of Troy, New York. For more information about Grafton Lakes State Park events, check out our Facebook page at “Grafton Lakes State Park”, or visit our website at www.nysparks. com. The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 individual state parks, historic sites, golf courses, boat launches and recreational trails, which are visited by 71 million people annually. For more information on any of these recreation areas, call 518-474-0456 or visit www.nysparks.com, connect on Facebook, or follow on twitter.
Johnsonville Thrift Shop JOHNSONVILLE - The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094, is open 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Route 67 and Route 111. We have a great selection of adult and children’s clothing, boots, shoes, coats, purses, special occasion and career clothing, jewelry, toys, linens, household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books available.
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Who Are These People? Happy New Year Sand Lake!! Before I get to the topic of my column, I should announce that the new book Murder at Teal’s Pond by David Bushman and Mark Givens is available on Amazon. It has already been recognized as an Amazon Good Read and the Oxygen’s Book Club January pick. The book includes two photo sections with many old photos of our town from the collections of the Sand Lake Historical Society and the Historian’s office. David and Mark are planning a visit for a book signing event sometime in June. It’s hard to believe that in April I will
have worked as Town Historian for nine years. I think my interest in history began in part due to my Aunt Edna, who would show me old photos of my mom’s family. These photos have been framed and hang in our home. In fact, my nephews received family photos as Christmas gifts this year. Many people have donated photos to the Historian’s office over the years however few are labeled, there are no dates and unfortunately no names. When Tod Shoemaker stopped in my office recently with an old Averill Park baseball team photo I thought back to an old idea. Let’s create something called Who Are These People? to be featured in the Advertiser on occasion. We can think of it as a historical mystery to be solved. For our first mystery we have Tod’s baseball photo and an original watercolor painting. Todd came across the baseball photo online and has generously donated it. Can anyone identify the photo? Identify the players? There is a gas lamp on the left and a large house in the background. I have guessed the location to be the field just before Crystal Cove, then the Crystal Lake Beach and Amusement Park. The large house in the background might be the Larkin Funeral Home or possibly one of the large homes across the street where Mort Schulman’s old law office was, today, Shulman, McPherson and Howard. The second photo is of a watercolor painting that was dropped off with a few books to our library. There is no artist signature, and we don’t know who donated it. This is a scene; I believe from West Sand Lake. What do you think? It’s easy to get involved, call 518 674-2026. Extension 120 if you can provide any information on either photo.
Service at Nassau Reformed Church NASSAU - After serving as Minister at the Nassau Reformed Church for over 20 years, Rev Ed Van Kampen retired as of December 31st. Until the time a new Worship Leader is selected, Sunday Worship will be led by: Jan. 23rd, Chaplin Michael Needham; and, Jan 30th, Rev. Ed Van Kampen. The Nassau Reformed Church is one-quarter mile east of the only red light in the Village of Nassau, on Rt.20, 43 Church St. Service starts at 11 am, Sunday. The second floor sanctuary is handicapped accessible; all are welcome. Pat Piniazek, (518) 577-0491.
Rensselaer County Legislature Minority Office - January 2022 Monthly Report RENSSELAER COUNTY - On January 4th the legislature met for an Organizational Meeting to confirm leadership positions, accepting the Rules of the Legislature and to designate the official newspapers that will be used to inform residents of important happenings of the legislature that are required to be posted. The Albany Times Union was replaced with the Eastwick Press, along with the Troy Record, as the designated newspapers to publish important dates, notices, hearings, local laws and other matters required by law to be published. This legislation is valid through 2025. The Minority legislators objected to the elimination of the Albany Times Union and offered an amendment to add the Times Union because it reaches more residents of RC than any other newspaper. The amendment failed along party lines. The Republican majority deemed it unnecessary. A Public Forum was held on January 5th and many constituents attended to voice their concern about several topics, including the S.A. Dunn Co. LLC Landfill and a pending application to renew their permit. An attorney from O’Connell & Aronowitz spoke and stated that the County has the jurisdiction to intervene and needs to get more involved in the investigation and must take immediate action against the renewal
process. In addition, many speakers spoke passionately about the decline of Democracy and transparency in government: • Faith and trust in government, back door deals and the unprecedented raises for County Executive and select staff • Lack of decency by the County leadership: bullying, abuse of power, twitter tirade, absentee ballots, car towing, and rewards for cronies At the monthly meeting of the legislature, on January 11th, many yearly contracts were renewed and vacancies on county community boards were renewed and filled that were set to expire on December 31, 2021. Medical Examiner – Rensselaer County is still using the services of Dutchess County for autopsies, as a job search for a new Medical Examiner continues.
Nassau Launches Brook Naming Contest NASSAU - The Town of Nassau has outlined plans for the Town’s newest park. Under the preliminary proposal, announced by Supervisor David Fleming, the Town’s multiple purpose 22-acre parcel, located on US Route 20 between the Village of Nassau and Lyons Lake Road, would be opened to walking trails. A significant feature of the parcel is a small brook and wetlands. The Town Board authorized a naming contest for the unnamed brook which may lead to the naming designation for the new town park.
Through partnerships, the work of other nonprofits, and community volunteers, Nassau has gone from no public preserves and open public land to six public preserves that provide access to diverse natural beauty across the town. These preserves have become popular destinations in the area and have helped draw day trippers to Nassau. With this new park under development, Nassau will now have over 650 acres public acres of varying terrain to explore. All the parcels have been developed with volunteer assistance, grants and donations. The next step in the development process, according to the Nassau Town Board, is to engage residents of all ages to participate in the brook naming contest for this new park. The focal point of the proposed area is a now nameless brook that runs through the 22-acre parcel. Local students and families are being asked to participate in this contest. The Board is looking to designate a name that focuses on Nassau’s local history or natural resources. The Board has also suggested names that recognize the indigenous peoples of the area to local heroes of the Civil War and the Anti-Rent War. Submissions are encouraged to supervisor@ townofnassau.org. The Town is expecting to make a selection for the name of the brook and possibly the new park, at their March 10, 2022 meeting.
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HEALTHY LIVING Pros and cons to contact lenses: How to decide if they’re right for you Contact lenses are a popular alternative to eyeglasses. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that an estimated 45 million Americans rely on contact lenses. Like eyeglasses, contact lenses correct refractive error, which refers to a change in eye shape that causes blurry vision. Contact lenses have evolved over the years, and now offer improved comfort, wearability and safety. Consumers can review the following pros and cons to figure out if contacts are right for them. Advantages to contact lenses The biggest perk of contact lenses is they provide unobstructed vision. Contacts move with the eye to provide a natural field of vision without the distortions or blind
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Circle Theatre Players Presents “Admissions” by Joshua Harmon at Sand Lake Center for the Arts
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SAND LAKE - Get your tickets today for this “Shockingly insightful and outrageously hilarious satire about class, race and the increasingly unbridgeable American cultural divide.” (St. Louis Post-Dispatch). Sherri Rosen-Mason is head of the admissions department at a New England prep school, fighting to diversify the student body. Alongside her husband, the school’s headmaster, they’ve largely succeeded in bringing a stodgy institution into the twenty-first century. But when their only son sets his sights on an Ivy League university, personal ambition collides
Church of the Redeemer RENSSELAER - Sunday service on January 23 will be at 9 AM. Hot Mess Crafters plan to meet on Wednesday January 26 at 10 AM. Bible Study is meeting on Wednesday, January 26 at 4 PM. Thrift Shop is scheduled to reopen on Thursday, February 3 from 3-6. Our annual meeting is scheduled for January 30 at 10 AM. If you wish to be nominated for Vestry, let Father Haskell or one of the Vestry members know. NYS mandates require everyone wear a face mask
in all public venues, regardless of vaccination status. Masks are available if you need one. The Church is marked at 6’ intervals to facilitate social distancing. The Church of the Redeemer is an Episcopal church located on CDTA bus route #214 at the corner of Third and Catherine Streets. There is handicap parking, a ramp in front, and a parking lot in the rear. Fr. Robert Haskell may be emailed at rhaskell2@ nycap.rr.com
Capital Region Social Happenings December Event and Concert Series CAPITAL DISTRICT - https://www.facebook. com/CapitalRegionSocial - CapRegSocialHappenings@gmail.com. Friday Night Events at 7 pm – Picnic at noon at 435 New
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decide not to participate in Fashion or Food then it’s $10 for the pleasure of watching the rest of us! Prizes. Friday Night – January 28 at 7 pm: The Back Porch Players will perform music that we all enjoy. Maybe even some sing-alongs. Performance starts at 7 pm. Sunday Night – January 30 at 7 pm: We’re kicking off our first dance of the year with a great DJ. Put on your dancing shoes and be prepare to strut your stuff on the dance floor. Music requests taken. Only $6.
Extension Holds “Spring Garden Day” RENSSELAER COUNTY - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County will hold its 24th annual “Spring Garden
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BRUNSWICK - January 27, 2022 - It is guest chef month at Gilead Lutheran’s Body and Soul Food Pantry Dinner. This month you will be treated to Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Bread and Dessert. Unfortunately, we ate forced to have the meal as a takeout only again. Hours will remain the same, 3:00-6:00 PM. For new visitors we are located at Gilead Lutheran Church. The church is located at the intersection of routes 7 & 278 in Brunswick. Should we have inclement weather and you question whether we will be open, please call Lisa at 518279-3576.
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Good News, Grab and Go Lunch is Available Five Days a Week RENSSELAER - The Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center are offering nutritious meals Monday through Friday. Pickup is at 11:30. Please call the day before to order your lunch and enjoy a hot homemade meal 5 times a week. Must be 60 years old to participate in this great program. Suggested contribution is $3 per meal. No one is denied a meal due to inability to contribute. Call 518-463-2166 for more information. Located on East and Herrick Streets.
Glendora Vegetarian Club How do you get your protein as a vegan? Nuts and legumes have more protein than bloody meat. When you eat meat, you are getting your protein second hand. Go vegan! Glendora is 93 1/2 years old. She uses no doctors and no medicine. Jokes: Glendora was in the Kinderhook reformed Church and the minister announced from the pulpit this afternoon that they were starting a men’s study group. Glendora stood up and said, “Well, I’m coming. I’ve been studying men for 70 years, and I still don’t understand them.” The woman said, “I have the most delicious recipe for casserole. I simply mention it to my husband and he says let’s eat out.” A man is walking down the street, and in his arms he’s carrying a darling cocker spaniel puppy. He meets a friend and asks, “What do you think of this puppy I got for my wife? His friend said, “That’s not a bad trade.” For more information, visit americanvegan. org. Contact Glendora’s Vegetarian Club at 518 9310266 in Albany NY.
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OPINION Just Meeting With Putin Is A Concession - The US Should Be Wary Of Giving More Jonah Goldberg, Tribune Content Agency
On Monday, Russian president-for-life Vladimir Putin explained that the "peacekeeper" paratroopers he sent to Kazakhstan to help quash civil unrest were part of his larger policy of preventing "color revolutions" in former Soviet-bloc countries. Putin made his remarks at a meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, which the New York Times described as "a body equivalent to NATO that includes six countries from the former Soviet Union." I bring this up not to indulge in media criticism but to point out how easy it is to fall for Russian propaganda and the logic of false equivalence when discussing relations with Russia and authoritarian regimes generally. Yes, CSTO is, like NATO, a military alliance, but the similarities end there. Commitment to democratic principles is a membership requirement for NATO. None of CSTO's members -Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan -- are democracies. Armenia comes closest; Freedom House designates it a "semi-consolidated authoritarian regime" with a "Democracy Score" of 33 out of 100. The rest are "consolidated authoritarian regimes." In short, CSTO is a dictators' club in which authoritarians agree to protect each another's grip on power, including from internal threats from their own people. NATO doesn't send troops into member countries to prop up failed autocrats. CSTO is also a tool for Putin to rebuild the lost empire of the Soviet Union. Putin uses another tool toward the same end: military force, or the threat of it. That's what he's doing to Ukraine. Putin has deployed about 100,000 troops on the Ukrainian border in preparation for what could be yet another invasion of Russia's neighbor. The U.S. and Russia are in Geneva this week to figure out a diplomatic exit from the crisis Putin has created. The mere fact that the U.S. is meeting with Putin to discuss a diplomatic solution is a concession. He loves superpower summits like this because they buttress his government's propaganda about Russia's prestige. The fact that Ukraine itself has largely been sidelined in these talks is also a gift to Putin, because it bolsters his claim that a great power like Russia needn't consult with -- never mind recognize the sovereignty of -- the little countries it wants to bully. None of this is to say that the U.S.
SNHU Announces Fall 2021 President’s List MANCHESTER, NH - It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2021 President’s List. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum gradepoint average of 3.700 and above are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must earn 12 credits in the fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits in either EW1 & EW2, EW3 & EW4, or EW5 & EW6. Taylor Cruz of Rensselaer (12144) Emi Ahlo of Troy (12180) Zakar Abdo of Troy (12180)
shouldn't try to talk Putin out of invading Ukraine. But it does inform what the U.S. should say. Putin's case for invading Ukraine is based on his nostalgia for the Soviet Union and Russian imperialism generally. Ukraine once belonged to Russia, and if Russia can't have it back -- still an "if" in Putin's mind -- it should at least be able to dictate Ukraine's destiny and alliances. Putin subscribes to the myth-- promoted by Russian state propaganda -- that America and the West promised not to expand NATO during the negotiations over German reunification and other agreements in the wake of the collapse of the Soviet Union. No such assurances were made, but the United States, the United Kingdom and Russia did agree to the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances. In 1994, in exchange for Ukraine voluntarily giving up Soviet nuclear weapons on its soil -- then the third-largest arsenal in the world -- signatories agreed to defend Ukraine's territorial integrity and security. Putin declared that agreement null and void when Ukrainians elected a government that wasn't a vassal to Putin. Putin's appetite is bigger than just Ukraine. According to draft treaties released by Russia, Putin wants a sphere of influence where smaller nations along its "near abroad" would have to defer to Russia's priorities. They would be barred from ever joining NATO, and countries that joined NATO after 1997 would be barred from hosting or training with NATO troops or military assets. These demands are almost surely a nonstarter, and rightly so. Giving into them would undermine NATO, reward military blackmail and leave our Eastern European allies vulnerable to a regime that has already established it is willing to invade neighbors for its own aggrandizement -- most recently in the 2014 military seizure of Crimea from Ukraine. But Putin is a master of asking for the whole store so he can settle for a shopping cart full of free goodies. And it sounds like the White House is considering concessions, including delaying military assistance to Ukraine. The political temptation to appease Putin -- just a little -- is understandable. The last thing Biden needs is yet another international crisis, never mind a war. But one thing is certain: Any concessions to Putin will be little more than down payments on more down the road.
Elijanee Strickland of Troy (12180) Renee Martinoli of Valley Falls (12185) Dakota Matters of Troy (12180) Ashley Dunn of East Schodack (12063) Allona Bauer of Wynantskill (12198) Dylan Weaver of Wynantskill (12198) Holli Cross of Hoosick Falls (12090) Ayoub ElMekaoui of East Greenbush (12061)
Local Students Named to Holy Cross’ Fall 2021 Dean’s List WORCESTER, MA - A total of 1,375 students were named to College of the Holy Cross’ Dean’s List for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 202122 academic year. The following local students made the list: Cael Fleischer of East
Greenbush (12061), member of the Class of 2023, majoring in Religious Studies Nikita Granich of E Greenbush (12061), member of the Class of 2025, majoring in Undeclared Ava Turner of Troy (12180), member of the Class of 2024, majoring in Political Science,Economics
Bismarck State College announces the Fall 2021 President’s Honor Roll BISMARCK, ND Bismarck State College announces the President’s Honor Roll for the Fall 2021 semester. “Our BSC community is so proud of the students named to the Fall 2021 President’s Honor Roll. At a time, and in a world, where we are facing challenges on so many levels, we’re so proud of our stu-
The Bob Saget I Remember S.E. Cupp, Tribune Content Agency
The year was 2005, and I was a 20-something living in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York City. As such, feeling hip and somewhat subversive, my friends and I looked for hip and somewhat subversive things to do. (Key word: somewhat. We all had real jobs.) When we'd heard that AMC theaters had banned a new movie, "The Aristocrats," from its 3,500+ theaters, seeing it went straight to the top of our to-do list. It was a new documentary from Penn Jillette and Paul Provenza, in which scores of all-star comedians told their version of the same joke about a new fictitious act, always ending with the punchline: "It's called...'The Aristocrats!'" It featured the heaviest of comedy hitters: Whoopi Goldberg, George Carlin, Chris Rock, Robin Williams, Jon Stewart, Sarah Silverman...and then there was Bob Saget. In 2005, remember, Saget had been out of the spotlight for some time. He'd been immortalized to all of America as the guy who played Danny Tanner, the dad from "Full House," and then the squeaky clean host of "America's Funniest Home Videos," the quintessential non-offensive, wholesome presence in all of our living rooms. So, I'll never forget watching him deliver seven of the most filthy, perverse, stomach-churning, indeed offensive minutes I'd ever seen on film while presenting his take on "The Aristocrats." We left the theater sore from laughter but also stunned by Saget's surprising star-turn. It was a whole new Saget to us, one we very much appreciated. It seemed as though his comedian friends were well aware of this odd dichotomy Saget lived in, where his television roles utterly belied his raunchy blue stand-up roots and his dark humor. Later, perhaps because of his appearance in "The Aristocrats," he was able to dabble in both worlds, playing a satirical version of himself on "Entourage," writing the book "Dirty Daddy," and taking the kind of sitcom roles that made him famous -- the voice on "How I Met Your Mother," "Surviving Suburbia" and "Fuller House." A decade after seeing Saget in "The Aristocrats," I was asked to participate in a roast of famed political consultant James Carville at The Kennedy Center. Known for being a filthy joke teller himself, Carville was going to be affectionately pilloried by the likes of Jeff Ross, Jim Norton, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, and several politicos like Paul Begala, Tucker Carlson, Carville's wife Mary Matalin, and, unimaginably, me. The roast master was none other than Bob Saget. When the night arrived, I headed backstage, my husband John in tow, to go over the jokes I was to deliver with the writers, themselves an all-star cast of comedy writers who made me even more nervous than I already was. I winced at the off-color content they wanted me to perform -- jokes no one would expect from a young, female, conservative commentator. But I also knew it was genuinely funny stuff that, if I could get through it, would land some big laughs. I steeled my nerves, sighed in relief that I hadn't invited my parents or my boss, and prepared for the show. "Who let you in here?" I heard from the doorway of my dressing room. It was Saget. He warmly introduced himself to my husband and me, and could immediately sense my nervousness. "Don't worry, nothing you say will be worse than what we're going to say." He gave me a hearty pat on the back and a reassuring smile, and we were off. I delivered my lines unflinchingly, and took my share of off-color commentary as well. At one point, Saget joked that he would have hit on me before the show if my husband hadn't been such a "c--k block," a joke he'd obviously come up with on the spot. The night was memorable, to say the least, not just because of the stars on that stage, but because I still can't believe how many filthy jokes were told -- at the Kennedy Center, home of the Washington National Opera and the National Symphony Orchestra. After the show, we all gathered backstage for drinks. Bob came over to John and me to make sure we were okay with his jokes. Of course we were, and then he gushed about his new girlfriend, a food blogger from Chicago named Kelly. He was utterly in love, he said. He'd go on to marry Kelly Rizzo in 2018. And now, I'm heartbroken for Kelly, as well the adult children he leaves behind after his unexpected death at just 65. Saget was full of surprises, and I can't help but think he had so many more to share with us. But I'm lucky. I'll always have that strange and sort of wonderful hour or so on stage, where Bob Saget and I told dirty jokes together. Talk about surprising.
dents rising to their possibilities and not allowing the challenges to interfere with their academic goals,” says BSC President Douglas J. Jensen. The following area students have maintained at least a 3.50 grade point on a 4.00 scale while enrolled in at least 12 semester hours of classes and qualify for the BSC President’s Honor Roll. *Designates a 4.00 GPA III Cushman, Poestenkill, N.Y. * Evan Thorpe, West Sand Lake, N.Y.
Lydia Murphy of West Sand Lake named to Dean’s List at Grove City College GROVE CITY, PA Lydia Murphy, a Biochemistry major at Grove City College from West Sand Lake, has been named to the Dean’s List with Distinction for the Fall 2021
semester. Lydia is a 2018 graduate of Averill Park High School and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Murphy (Rhonda) from Wynantskill, NY. Students eligible for the Dean’s List have a GPA of 3.40 to 3.59; for the Dean’s List with Distinction a GPA of 3.60 to 3.84 and for the Dean’s List with High Distinction a GPA of 3.85 to 4.0.
Nazareth College Dean’s List Announcement for Fall 2021 ROCHESTER, N - Nazareth students named to the Fall 2021 Dean’s List. Emily Jaworski of Troy, NY (12180). Madelyn Van Aken of Sand Lake, NY (12153). A student’s grade point average must be at least 3.5 or above, and they must complete 12 credit hours of graded work that semester
in order to be included on the dean’s list at Nazareth.
Happy Birthday To You RENSSELAER COUNTY - Join the Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center as we celebrate “Joy’s” Birthday Tuesday January 25th, 2022 sponsored by a special admirer. Cake, Ice Cream and Elvis ! Who could ask for anything more? Make your reservation early Donny Elvis is always a popular performer. He is just what the doctor ordered on a cold winter day and will definitely warm you up. Lunch will be Butter Crunch Haddock w/Tartar, Baked potatoes, Whole Baby Carrots followed by Cake and Ice cream Call 518-463-2166 for more information we are located on east and herrick streets in Rensselaer
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Vision for Resiliency How shall we plan to survive and thrive no matter what comes at us? For example, how might we prepare for heavy rainfalls, heat waves, and challenges to the power grid? Whatever the causes for these situations, a smart resiliency vision can help us get ready for possible extreme events. I am happy to report that the North Greenbush Town Board unanimously approved The Climate Smart Resiliency Vision Statement Thursday, January 13. The statement was prepared by the town’s Climate Smart Resiliency Vision Task Force, led by Mary Frances Sabo, with Bernie Wiesen, of Rensselaer County Cooperative Extension. Input from all residents was welcomed, and I applaud the civic minded folks who had the time and energy to devote to the task force. I joined in much later than they did, and was impressed by their vision. The Vision includes reducing our reliance on cars by making the Town inviting and safe for bicyclists and walkers. Conserving the most crucial natural areas to enhance biodiversity can be a win-win for current and future residents, as well as builders. How shall we build? How shall we grow? I look forward to working out solutions for our collective good. Sheree Cammer, Wynantskill
PFOA Saga No. 7 - The aftermath As the dust settles from the hasty skedaddle of the NYSDEC, the NYSDOH, the RCHD and the Town of Poestenkill from the PFOA-affected “blighted zone” surrounding the Poestenkill transfer station with no source of the PFOA ever found, leaving us on our own with non-potable water, I would first like to thank the Advertiser on behalf of those of us who are not on ZOOM, or FACEBOOK, or TWITTER, and who are not members of Concerned Citizens for Clean Drinking Water (CCCDW),
and thus are shut out of the private Zoom update meetings Troy water salesman Bob Brunet, who now calls himself the public health coordinator of Poestenkill, has been having with CCCDW, the RCDOH, the NYSDEC, the NYSDOH, the Algonquin Middle School, and others for being there as our only real source of news as to what has been going on with regard to this farcical PFOA investigation that has now come to an end. And that brings us to the question of CUI BONO, which means who has benefitted from this fiasco and the successful whitewash and cover-up just concluded. One of the obvious beneficiaries, of course, is Troy Mayor Patrick Maddon, for whom Poestenkill public health coordinator Bob Brunet sells water, who was quoted singing the blues about revenues for Troy being down in the Albany Times Union story “More rain, less water use makes for drier Troy revenues” “More rain, less water use makes for drier Troy revenues” by Kenneth C. Crowe II on Nov. 6, 2021, to wit: “Water revenues have fallen across the board,” said Mayor Patrick Madden citing a decline in sales to city residents and the other municipalities served by the city which include Menands, Brunswick, Rensselaer, East Greenbush, North Greenbush, Waterford, Poestenkill and Schaghticoke. So this contamination of our drinking water while all the authorities looked the other way does have a silver lining for Troy in terms of a financial windfall if Brunet can get another water district put in place in Poestenkill for him. Paul Plante, Poestenkill
The Dunn dump in Rensselaer is an immediate health hazard David Carpenter, a renowned local physician who studies the human health impacts of toxic materials, spoke at a December 2nd East Greenbush Town Board (EGTB) forum on the Dunn dump.
Calling All Knitters BRUNSWICK - Are you someone who likes to knit, but you’ve already made everything you need for yourself and your family? We have a great opportunity where you can use your skill to help others! You are welcome to participate in our Prayer Shawl Knitting Group every first and third Thursday at 12:30 PM in the lobby at Brunswick Church. Shawls are made to share and bring comfort to those who are ill or suffering, and they have always been very much appreciated. For more details about joining the group, or if you know of someone who could use a prayer shawl, please call the church office at 518-279-3792. This is a ministry of Brunswick Church at 42 White Church Lane (just off Rt. 351). Our worship services are Sundays at 9:30 AM and all are welcome; however, church attendance is not required to join the knitting group or to request a prayer shawl.
Keyes Scholarship TROY - Center Brunswick United Methodist Church offers Keyes Scholarship for 2022 graduates of Tamarac High School The finance committee of the Center Brunswick United Methodist Church has announced that it will award $500 to a student to be selected from the Tamarac High School Class of 2022. The money may be used for any type of expense related to further education. Students do not have to belong to this church or any other church to be eligible.
Written in the Stars: Constellation Embroidery Program TROY - It’s a new year– try out a new craft! Learn intro embroidery techniques and create a constellation embroidery with the Troy Public Library. All supplies, from hoops to fabric to patterns, will be provided, along with basic instruction on completing your pattern of choice. Suitable for adult patrons, sign-up will be limited to 10 participants. This program is hybrid, with participants attending in person or via Zoom. This program will be offered Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, 6-7:30PM, in the second-floor Art Gallery of the Main Library. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required; register online at thetroylibrary.org, in person, or by calling 518-274-7071. Registration is capped at 10 participants. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy, NY.
Simplify Weekly Meal Planning (Virtual Event) TROY - Are you bored with your meal choices? Would you like to make cooking and meal planning less stressful? Join us for this virtual event, February 2nd, 2022, at 6:00 pm, for this class where you will learn tips, strategies, and recipes for delicious weekly meals. We will cover stretching meals creatively over multiple days, delicious flavor combinations, kitchen organization, and simple strategies that work whether you are cooking
for one or a crowd. This program is conducted via zoom. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 274-7071 or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy, NY.
Meet Mary Todd Lincoln RENSSELAER - Thursday February 13, 6 PM at Rensselaer Public Library. In recognition of the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the Friends of the Rensselaer Library invite you to have tea and dessert with Mary Todd Lincoln, as portrayed in period dress by Judee Synakawski. She is a member of the Association of Lincoln Presenters and has portrayed Mrs. Lincoln for many years at numerous events around the northeast. Please call 462-1193 to reserve your seat. As a reminder, masks must be worn by everyone over the age of two, regardless of vaccination status, while In the Library. In case of inclement weather, the event will be postponed.
The Dunn construction and demolition debris dump, owned by Waste Connections, sits atop a hill next to the Rensselaer public school campus and the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, and in between Rensselaer and East Greenbush neighborhoods. Odors and who knows what else escape from the dump into the school and nearby neighborhoods. Dozens of diesel spewing, noisy, dirty trucks traverse downtown Rensselaer streets each weekday beginning at 6:30 a.m., to and from the dump. David Carpenter is a Professor of Environmental Health Sciences at the University at Albany’s School of Public Health and the former Director of the state health department’s Wadsworth Center on Laboratories and Research. Dr. Carpenter said old buildings are filled with contaminants not found in newer buildings, some poisons leak from landfills, and “no one pays attention to what is in buildings when demolished.” Among the contaminants are asbestos, a carcinogen; lead and hydrogen sulfides, both neurotoxins; brominated flame retardants, mercury, cadmium, PCBs and dioxins. Air pollution from the dump and trucks, he said, cause lung cancer, heart disease and attacks. These are of concern to older people but have a cumulative impact for children. He said contaminants can attach to particulates, many chemicals are coming off the landfill, some damage health and reduce cognitive ability. Lead and PCBs reduce IQ, attention span, and increase misbehaviors. “Anyone living near a landfill, “he said, “will be exposed to it.” Construction and demolition debris waste, he said, should never be buried near a school. The EGTB unanimously passed a resolution in March 2020 calling for the closure of the dump. The Rensselaer City Council and the Rensselaer County Legislature have more recently done the same. Tom Ellis, Albany
Interested student must apply for this award no later than March 1,2022. The application can be obtained from the school’s guidance department. This award is given in memory of Harold and Mabel Keyes through a trust funded by their last will and testament. Mable taught in the Brunswick Schools and continued teaching Sunday School at Center Brunswick UMC for many years after she retired. Through this award, her love of helping young people learn and grow will continue to reach the youth of our community. Center Brunswick UMC is located at the intersection of Routes 7 and 142 in Troy.
Johnny Rabb Returns to the Wynantskill American Legion WYNANTSKILL - The Sons of the American Legion in Wynantskill, NY invite you to shake off the winter blues with Johnny Rabb and his Big Band featuring the Tichy Boys and Blue Hand Luke, on Saturday, January 29th at the post located at 111 Main Ave. Tickets are $15, and reserved seating is available with a minimum purchase of 4 tickets. A cash bar will be available, and attendees are welcome to bring their own food or snacks. Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm, make sure to get your tickets soon as this show always sells out. All proceeds benefit Sons of the Legion veterans and youth charities, so please come out and have some fun while supporting a worthy cause. ***Proof of vaccination OR a negative COVID test within 72 hours of the show will be required*** All health protocols in effect on the day of the event will be observed. For more information, call Bill McGuirk at 518-441-0013.
The Rensselaer Public Library is on East street, across from the long-term parking for the train station.
The Book Seller Winter Hours LANSINGBURGH - The Book Seller will be open once again on Saturdays 10-4 with an enhanced collection of recently acquired “gently used” books and CDs. We are eager to welcome new shoppers and browsers as well as our regular customers once again. At the Lansingburgh Library 27 114th St. Lansingburgh.
New York State Arms Collectors Association, Inc. Albany Gun Show™ CAPITAL DISTRICT - January 22-23, 2022. Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, N.Y. 450 Tables. Open To The Public. Saturday: 9:00am-5:00pm. Sunday 9:00am-3:00pm.Daily Admission $8.00 Per Person. Children under 12 free - Must be accompanied by Adult• Senior Citizens $6.00.
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Thinking of Not Putting a Big Tree Up Next Year? The Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center is accepting donations of
Christmas ornaments and other decorations for our Christmas sale this fall. If you are downsizing give us a call we are most appreciative of your thoughtfulness. Call (518) 463-2166 Monday thru
Friday 9 to 3pm for more information while you’re at it make a lunch reservation, we would love to dine with you. We are located on East and Herrick Streets in Rensselaer
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK – COUNTY OF RENSSELAER INDEX # EF2015-251331 FILED 9/22/2021 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, RENSSELAER COUNTY CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER, MARK WOJCIK, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HENRY P. KAUFMANN, TARA KAUFMANN A/K/A TARA SHARKEY, AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT F KIN OF HENRY P. KAUFMANN, TINA KAUFMANN A/K/A TINA RITTER, AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF HENRY P. KAUFMANN, “JOHN DOE” AND JANE DOE” 1 THROUGH 50, INTENDING TO BE The Unknown Heirs, Distributes, Devisees, Grantees, Trustees, Lienors, Creditors, And Assignees Of The Estate Of Henry P. Kaufmann Whose Last Known Address Was Rad 1 Box 81a A/K/A 961 Kautz Hollow Road, Johnsonville, New York 12904, Who Was Born In 1942 And Died On February 3, 2009, A Resident Of The County Of Rensselaer, Their Successors In Interest If Any Of The Aforesaid Defendants Be Deceased, Their Respective Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, And Successors In Interest Of The Aforesaid Classes Of Person, If They Or Any Of Them Be Dead, And Their Respective Husbands, Wives Or Widows, If Any, All Of Whom And Whose Names And Places Of Residence Are Unknown To The Plaintiff, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA- INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY to answer the Complaint in the above captioned action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiffs attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. This action was commenced to foreclose a mortgage against real property located at Road 1 Box 81A a/k/a 961 Kautz Hollow Road Johnsonville, New York 12094. You are named as a party defendant herein because you may have an interest in this premises. McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC, Caren Bailey, Esq., Attorneys for Plaintiff, 1 Huntington Quadrangle, Suite 3C20, Melville, NY 11747 (631) 812-4084 (855) 845-2584 facsimile. File #560-6127 HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE New York State requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT You are in danger of losing your home. If you fail to respond to the Summons and Complaint in this foreclosure action, you may lose your home. Please read the Summons and Complaint carefully. You should immediately contact an attorney or your local legal aid office to obtain advice on how to protect yourself. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies, and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by New York State Department of Financial Services’ at 1-877-BANK-NYS (1-877-226-5697) or visit the Department’s website at WWW.BANKING.STATE.NY.US. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. You have the right to stay in your home during the foreclosure process. You are not required to leave your home unless and until your property is sold at auction pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale. Regardless of whether you choose to remain in your home, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY and pay your taxes in accordance with state and local law. FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to “save” your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner’s distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services.
Hope 7 Food Pantry TROY - The Hope 7 Food Pantry located at 520 Pawling Avenue, Troy NY serves the East Side
of Troy, Wynantskill and Northgreenbush. Pantry Hours: MonFri - 9:30am-11:45am; Thursday - 5pm-7pm. Last Saturday of each month 9:30am-11:45am
What to bring: Proof of residence (Troy’s East Side, North Greenbush, or Wynantskill) - (utility bill to your address in your name). ID’s for each person residing in household.
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PART TIME Town of Sand Lake Zoning Board of Appeals Vacancy The Town of Sand Lake is currently accepting applications for vacancies on its Zoning Board of Appeals. Please submit a letter of interest and a resume to Town Clerk Barbara Hansen (bhansen@ sand-lake.us or mail/drop off at 8428 Route 66, Sand Lake New York 12153) no later than January 26, 2022. To serve on the Zoning Board of Appeals, you must be a resident of the Town of Sand Lake and be able to attend one evening meeting each month. In-depth knowledge of the Zoning Code is desirable, as is the ability to work with people, make decisions and possess the ability to comprehend municipal code.
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330 SOUTH STREET LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/13/21. Office in Rensselaer Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 342 Finley Rd., Ballston Spa, NySTREET 12020. Pur330 SOUTH LLC pose: lawful ArticlesAny of Org. filedpurpose. NY Sec. Principal business location: of State (SSNY) 12/13/21. 330 Renssealer, OfficeSouth in St., Rensselaer Co. NY 12144. SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom process TURNPIKE may be 517 COLUMBIA served. SSNY LLC Articles of Org.shall filed mail NY process to 342 Finley Sec. of State (SSNY) Rd., 12/ BallstonOffice Spa, Ny 12020. Pur3/2021. in Rensselaer pose:SSNY Any desig. lawful agent purpose. Co. of Principal location: LLC whom business process may be 330 South St., Renssealer, served. SSNY shall mail NY 12144. process to 102 Upper Hemlock Ridge TURNPIKE Way, 517 COLUMBIA Stephentown, 12168, LLC Articles of NY Org. filed NY which is also principal Sec. of State the (SSNY) 12/ business location. Purpose: 3/2021. Office in Rensselaer Any lawful purpose. Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC whom be CanDoIt Life process Coaching,may LLC. served. SSNYfiledshall Arts. Of Org. with mail the process 102 UpperOffice: HemSSNY on to01/05/2022. lock Ridge Way, Rensselaer County. SSNY Stephentown, NY of 12168, designated as agent the which is also the principal LLC upon whom process businessit location. against may be Purpose: served. Any lawful SSNY shall purpose. mail copy of process to theLife LLC,Coaching, 2 JustineLLC. Ct, CanDoIt Rensselaer, NY filed 12144. Arts. Of Org. withPurthe pose: Any lawful purpose. SSNY on 01/05/2022. Office: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 2 Justine Ct, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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GOODMAN AVE PROPERTY HOLDINGS, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/07/22. Office: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail GOODMAN AVEcopy of process to the LLC,HOLDINGS, 77 Troy PROPERTY Road, LLC. Arts.Suite of Org.4, filedEast with Greenbush, NY 01/07/22. 12061. Purthe SSNY on Ofpose: lawful purpose. fice: Any Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent of NOTICE OF FORMATION, the LLC LLC, Newupon Yorkwhom State.process Name against it may be served. of Organization: Bonaventure SSNY shall mail copy of procTerra, LLC. Articles of Organess tofiled thewithLLC, 77 Troy ization Secretary of Road,(SSNY) Suiteon December 4, East State Greenbush, NY 12061. Pur14, 2021. Office Location: pose: Any lawful purpose.NY. Rensselaer County, SSNY has OF beenFORMATION, designated NOTICE agent of LLC LLC, New York upon State. whom Name process against it may be of Organization: Bonaventure served. SSNY shall mail copy Terra, LLC. Articles of Organofization process 18Secretary Wisconsinof filedto: with Avenue, Rensselaer, NY State (SSNY) on December 12144. Purpose: in 14, 2021. OfficeEngage Location: lawful activity County, permitted NY. by Rensselaer NYS. SSNY has been designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be NOTICE OF shall FORMATION served. SSNY mail copy OF LIABILITY of LIMITED process to: 18 Wisconsin Sunflower Avenue, Remodeling Rensselaer, LLC. NY Articles Organization werein 12144. of Purpose: Engage filed with the Secretary lawful activity permitted of by State NYS.of New York (SSNY) on 12/06/2021. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been OFdesignated as NOTICE FORMATION agent of the LLC upon whom OF LIMITED LIABILITY process it mayLLC. be Sunfloweragainst Remodeling served. shall mail a Articles ofSSNY Organization were copy of process to 20 Stirrup filed with the Secretary of Drive East State of NewGreenbush York (SSNY)NY on 12061. Purpose:Office For any law12/06/2021. location: ful purpose. 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 process to 20 Stirrup Drive East Greenbush NY 12061. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.
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NOTICE OF FORMATION of FORTY IROQUOIS, LLC. Arts. of Org. were filed with the Sec’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/02/2021. Office in Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process it may beof NOTICE against OF FORMATION served. shall mailLLC. a FORTY SSNY IROQUOIS, copy to thefiled LLCwith at Arts. ofofprocess Org. were 12 Drive,of CliftheOrchard Sec’y Park of State NY ton Park,onNew York 12065. (SSNY) 12/02/2021. Office Purpose: Any lawful purpose. in Rensselaer County. SSNY NOTICE FORMATION has beenOF designated as OF LIABILITY agent LIMITED of the LLC upon whom COMPANY. NAME:itRP Nutriprocess against may be tion & Fitness, served. SSNY LLC. shall Articles mail a ofcopy organization filedLLC withat of processwere to the the of State of New 12 Secretary Orchard Park Drive, ClifYork (SSNY) November ton Park, NewonYork 12065. 27th, 2021. location: Purpose: AnyOffice lawful purpose. Rensselaer SSNY NOTICE OFCounty. FORMATION has been designated as OF LIMITED LIABILITY agent of the LLC upon COMPANY. NAME: RPwhom Nutriprocess against LLC. it may be tion & Fitness, Articles served. SSNY were shall filed mailwith a of organization copy of the process to the the Secretary of State of New LLC, 52 Robin Lane RensseYork (SSNY) on November laer, 12144.Office Purpose: For 27th,NY2021. location: any lawful purpose. Rensselaer County. SSNY has beenOF designated as NOTICE FORMATION agent LIMITED of the LLC upon whom OF LIABILITY process against be COMPANY. NAME:it may Go to served. SSNYLLC. shall Articles mail a Gaia Crystals, of the process the ofcopy Organization were tofiled LLC,the 52Secretary Robin Lane Renssewith of State of laer,York NY 12144. For New (SSNY)Purpose: on Novemany lawful purpose. ber 8th, 2021. Office location: County. NOTICERensselaer OF FORMATION SSNY been designated OF has LIMITED LIABILITY as agent of NAME: the LLC Go uponto COMPANY. whom process against it may Gaia Crystals, LLC. Articles be served. SSNY shall mail a of Organization were filed copy to Go Gaiaof with of theprocess Secretary of to State Crystals Summit on Way Apt New York4 (SSNY) NovemG, 12180.Office Purpose: berTroy, 8th, NY 2021. locaFor any lawful purpose. tion: 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 process to Go to Gaia Crystals 4 Summit Way Apt G, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.
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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Lexis Crafts N Creations. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/22/21. Office location: Rensselaer County. been desNOTICESSNY OF has FORMATION ignated as agent ofLIABILITY the LLC OF LIMITED upon whom process against it COMPANY. NAME: Lexis may SSNY shallof CraftsbeN served. Creations. Articles mail a copy of process to Organization were filed with 4491 NY HWYof43State Rensselathe Secretary of New er, NY (SSNY) 12144. Purpose: For York on 11/22/21. any lawfullocation: purpose. Rensselaer Office NOTICE OF has ORGANIZACounty. SSNY been desTION THE of VIEW AT ignatedOF as agent the LLC THOMPSON HILL, LLC upon whom process against it On 2019,SSNY The View mayJuly be 16, served. shall atmail Thompson LLC (theto a copy Hill, of process “LLC”) filedHWY Articles Organi4491 NY 43 ofRensselazation the NYS Departer, NYwith 12144. Purpose: For ment of State (“NYS DOS”). any lawful purpose. The principal business locaNOTICE OF ORGANIZAtion the LLC 77 Troy TIONof OF THE is VIEW AT Road, East Greenbush, THOMPSON HILL, LLC New York. NYS DOS is designatOn July 16, 2019, The View ed the agentHill, upon whom at as Thompson LLC (the process against the LLC may “LLC”) filed Articles of Organibe served. TheNYS postDepartoffice zation with the address which the DOS”). NYS ment of to State (“NYS DOS mail business a copy of locaany The shall principal process is 77 tion of of theservice LLC is 77 Troy Troy Road, Road, East East Greenbush, Greenbush, New New York. The LLC is organized York. NYS DOS is designatfor of upon any and all ed the as purpose the agent whom lawful business. process against the LLC may be served. The post office address to which the NYS DOS shall mail a copy of any process of service is 77 Troy Road, East Greenbush, New York. The LLC is organized for the purpose of any and all lawful business.
Seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers CAPITAL DISTRICT - TaxAide, the free income tax assistance program sponsored by the AARP Foundation and the IRS, is seeking volunteers for the coming tax season. TaxAide volunteers answer questions, prepare and file returns for low to moderate income taxpayers and seniors from February 1 to April 15 at various sites in the Capital District. Volunteers typically participate one day per week, with flexible schedules to accommodate volunteer availability. No experience is required, but computer experience is helpful for tax counseling. Volunteers who do not wish to prepare returns are also needed to greet taxpayers and confirm appointments. Training is provided for all positions. Volunteers may be reimbursed for a moderate level of necessary travel expenses. For more information on how you can join our team in Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties contact Communications Coordinator [your name], [your phone number or] at [your email address]. For further information, visit www.nytaxaide.org
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James Ian Eggleston 6/5/2000 - 1/20/2012 In Loving Memory of My Son James It’s been 10 years since you grew your angel wings. Your little brothers are older than you now. You would have been 22 this coming summer. I wonder if you’d still love Legos, Star Wars and baseball.... You were so smart, kind and always helpful to your friends. I love and miss you, James!
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RICHARD WEBER PROPERTY MAINTENANCE LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/06/2021. Office loc: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. shall PROPmail RICHARDSSNY WEBER process to: Richard Weber, ERTY MAINTENANCE LLC, 449 Rd, Eagle Bridge, Arts.Beck of Org. filed with the NY 12057. Purpose: Office Any SSNY on 04/06/2021. Lawful loc: Purpose. Rensselaer County. Bidders SSNYNotice has to been designated as agent upon whom process The Hoags against the Corners LLC mayFire be District 1 invites served. No. SSNY shall the mail submission bids Weber, for a process to: of Richard Certified Accountant 449 BeckPublic Rd, Eagle Bridge, (CPA) for the Purpose: purposes Any of NY 12057. annual auditing the Fire Lawful Purpose. DistrictNotice finances. Please to Bidders submit bids to the Hoags Corners Fire District, The Hoags Corners 7237 Fire NY RouteNo. 66, 1East Nassau, District invites the NY 12062, by submission of US bidsPostal for a Service arriveAccountant no later CertifiedtoPublic Febru-of than (CPA)5:00 forp.m. the EST, purposes ary 11, 2022. All bids annual auditing the will Fire be publically opened Please at the District finances. Board Fire to Commissionsubmitofbids the Hoags ers meeting 15, Corners Fire February District, 7237 2022 at 7:00 PM Nassau, at the NY Route 66, East Hoags Corners NY 12062, byFire USHouse. Postal The Boardtoofarrive Fire CommisService no later sioners reserves the right than 5:00 p.m. EST, Februtoary reject all bids propos11, any 2022.andAll will als whole or opened in part. at the be in publically Board of Fire Commissioners meeting February 15, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the Hoags Corners Fire House. The Board of Fire Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals in whole or in part.
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January 2022 Meeting for the Capital District Genealogical Society CAPITAL DISTRICT Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 1:00pm - Online Zoom Meeting. CDGS meetings are presently held on Zoom. Registration is free and will open to the public on 16 June 2021. See www.CapitalDistrictGenealogicalSociety. org under meetings and events. There is a 100-person limit. Topic: Family Search: The Other 70% by Jill Morelli. You put the given and surname into the fields provided by FamilySearch. You perhaps add a year and place of birth. You click the search button. Did you know-you are reaching less than 30% of the collection? It’s time to access that other 70%! You may not even know what you are missing. The key
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Youth Scholarships at Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center GRAFTON - A gift of time spent in nature can benefit a child for years to come. The Friends of Dyken Pond are proud to announce that scholarships are available to youth and schools for 2022. Rensselaer County schools can apply to the Friends of Dyken Pond for field trip scholarships for a day of STEAM exploration at the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center, covering costs of bus transportation and
field trip fees. For summertime, the Friends of Dyken Pond will sponsor youth aged 11 – 17 to attend a DEC summer youth overnight camp. Youth may apply by contacting the Center for an application. Deadline for DEC camp scholarships is February 15. Registration opens on March 6, 2022. For more information on this opportunity, please visit: https://www. dec.ny.gov/education/29. html. Beginning March 1, youth ages 6 - 13 can also apply for a scholarship to attend our own Dyken Pond Center’s Outdoor Adventure Camp. This week-long day camp runs from mid-July through mid-August and provides age appropriate activities in ecology, wildlife and outdoor living skills. Games, hikes and hands on discoveries will give campers a lifetime full of memories. Scholarship applications, camp schedules and details can be
found at www.dykenpond. org or by contacting the Center at (518) 658-2055 or dykenpond@gmail.com. Funds for scholarships are provided in part by McCarthy Charities and Stewart’s Holiday Match.
Attention Seniors!! CASTLETON-ON-HUDSON - We here at the Edward C. Swartz Southern Tier Senior Center want to wish you a Happy New Year and share some exciting news: We are now open 5 days a week, come in and have lunch with us!! See old friends and meet new ones! If you prefer we also offer Grab and Go meals 5 days a week at 11am. If you want to get moving, we have you covered. Chair Yoga classes every Monday at 10am and excercise classes every Wednesday at 12:45pm. More Activities coming soon!!
Each month we host a Special Dinner with Entertainment. January’s Special Dinner is on the 27th serving Spaghetti & Meatballs and Pete& Friends will be entertaining us. We hope to see you soon!!!
Appointments No Longer Needed! RENSSELAER COUNTY - The Rensselaer County Senior Center boutique is open five days a week and walk ins are welcome. You no longer need to make an appointment. We do ask you to be aware of social distancing. We have some beautiful gently used clothing thanks to the communities generosity in donating. Everything is priced reasonably. We serve lunch Monday Thru Friday at 12 noon with a reservation. Please join us and enjoy a great social experience and the potential for a
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The city plans to dedicate a section of Hill Street to the memory of Michael A. Esposito, beloved resident, historian and neighborhood leader in Troy’s Little Italy neighborhood who died last month, Mayor Patrick Madden said. Hill Street between Liberty and Washington Streets will be dedicated as “Esposito Way” in recognition of his life and contributions to the city. The City Council will consider the resolution for the street dedication. Madden said Esposito was “a tireless, selfless neighbor and community leader” for Little Italy and the and the dedication “is a meaningful token of our appreciation of Mike’s efforts to preserve Troy’s rich and vibrant
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Chris Nolin, who has built a career in representing higher education institutions while having strong Democratic ties in Albany County, has been selected by Mayor Patrick Madden to be the next deputy mayor. Nolin, 41, will move from Cohoes with his partner to Troy and leave behind his job at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to join the Madden administration on Feb. 14. That’s a month after current Deputy Mayor Monica Kurzejeski leaves City Hall to join Redburn Development. “During the last six years, we have seen the knowledge and professionalism that Chris brings to his various roles in the public and private sector. His experience in managing complex issues and organizations will be critical to this new role,” Madden said in a statement Monday. “The mayor asked me to serve. It was
a very difficult decision,” Nolin said Tuesday about leaving RPI after more than seven years as director of state and community relations. Nolin said the decision to accept Madden’s appointment is part of his and his family’s tradition of community service. Nolin is currently president of the Albany County Board of Health, which was involved in establishing the county rating system for restaurants and clamping down on use of Styrofoam containers. Nolin also previously served as the chairman of the Cohoes Civil Service Commission. His mother, Dianne Nolin, was a member of the Cohoes Common Council and a mayoral candidate. Nolin said he’s looking forward to the challenges of running Troy’s day-to-day operations and working on economic development issues. The deputy mayor serves on the Troy Local Development Corp., which has a lead role in the 1 Monu-
ment Square redevelopment project. As deputy mayor, Nolin will be involved in contract talks with city unions. He said his civil service commission experience will be come in handy. Nolin will enroll as a Democrat once he moves to Troy, which should win support from the city Democratic Committee. The city Democratic leadership had issues with Kurzejeski not being an enrolled Democrat. Nolin’s appointment will go to the Republican-controlled City Council for confirmation. The job is budgeted at $90,640. “I have had positive interactions with Mr. Nolin through his RPI position, and I look forward to working with him. There is a great deal of responsibility as deputy mayor, and the City Council will be scheduling a confirmation hearing next month to learn more about Mr. Nolin’s skills and background,” said council President
Carmella Mantello in a statement. Nolin has a bachelor’s degree in computer science and applied mathematics and a master’s of business administration from the University at Albany. Prior to joining RPI, Nolin worked for 11 years for The Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities, which represents the more than 100 independent schools in the state. He also worked in the private sector for four years at Realtech Systems Corporation/IP Logic as an associate network engineer. While at RPI, Nolin has been lead staff member at the Troy Redevelopment Foundation and volunteered at Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute LGBTQ Mentoring Program, the Troy Cultural Alliance, and was an advisory group member for the Troy Comprehensive Plan.
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month on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays beginning at 4:30 pm and ending at 6:30 pm. Bring proof of your current residence and grocery bags for your food request. Starting in November 2021, we will now greet our guests inside the Evangelical Lutheran Church, 772 Route 351, Poestenkill, side entrance. Please wear a mask and check the extra’s tables. Two guests at a time, fill out food selection forms while waiting in your car. We will continue to practice social distancing and safety for our volunteers and guests. Delivery service to Poestenkill Seniors unable to visit our pantry is available. Call and leave your name and number at (518) 283-6045. Our newest program offers infant and baby items (food, diapers and wipes) for those who reside in the Poestenkill area. Pre-orders only by a phone message at (518) 428-0124, a private Facebook message, or email: breadoflifepoestenkill@ gmail.com. We do not currently stock these items in our pantry as selections are very individualized.
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also assigned its “A” rating with positive outlook to Schenectady’s $25.6 million series 2022 public improvement refunding bonds. “The outlook revision to positive indicates that we expect Schenectady’s economic and financial metrics will continue improving over our outlook horizon, given a strong economic development pipeline and recovering revenues following COVID-19 pandemic-related shortfalls,” said S&P Global Ratings credit analyst Felix Winnekens.
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award to support $300 million in economic development projects. “We will continue to serve as a partner with the (Madden) administration to prevent a return of unchecked spending that burdened taxpayers for the past three decades,” said Council Minority Leader Sue Steele, a fellow Democrat, as she expressed her pleasure with the improved ratings. Republican Council President Carmella Mantello credited the council’s checks and balances over the years, but said she continues to be concerned that much of the administration’s approach has been to put the burden on taxpayers and residents through higher taxes and a garbage fee which was supposed to be temporary but continues to rise each year. Also Friday, Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy said S&P Global Ratings has raised the city’s outlook from stable to positive and affirmed its “A” rating on existing general obligation debt. S&P Global Ratings
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Esposito’s niece Gina Gorman called her uncle a great man who “loved everything about Troy, especially Little Italy and the Market Place.” Esposito was born in Troy in 1939 and graduated from Catholic Central High School, the State University at Albany, and The Sage Colleges. He served in the U.S. PAUL BUCKOWSKI / TIMES UNION ARCHIVE Army, worked in the New York State Library Hill Street between Liberty and Washington streets would be dedicated as and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Li“Esposito Way” in recognition of the late Michael Esposito’s contributions to the brary, and was the author of books including city of Troy. ‘Troy’s Little Italy; Images of America and ‘Troy’s Little Italy Revisited.’ He was an original member of the Little Italy Comin Troy. mittee, and most recently served as co-fa“The dedication ‘is a meaningful token of our apprecicilitator of the Little Italy Quality of Life Committee, ation of Mike’s efforts to preserve Troy’s rich and vibrant according to the city. He edited and published the Little Italy newspaper. He died Dec. 10 at Samaritan Hospital history.’”
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(518) 423-5281 or mopudiak@nycap.rr.com. Donations for company sponsorship packages are $5,000 for gold package, $2,500 for silver, and $1,000 for bronze. Volunteers will be needed to mount 3-by-5 foot flags on 7½-foot poles and perform other tasks. If interested in volunteering, contact Pudiak-Town at (518) 423-5281. In-kind services are also needed for preparation and operating the event that will require portable lighting, a sound system, stage, tents, food for volunteers and more. Proceeds will benefit the Capital Region Patriot Flight, a nonprofit Honor Flight organization that flies World War II through Vietnam War veterans on a one-day free excursion from the Albany International Airport to Washington, D.C. The veterans visit war memorials, historic sites and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Arlington National Cemetery. Patriot Flight flies between 50 and 100 World War II through Vietnam War veterans and their guardians on Southwest Airlines flights. “Donations, no matter how small, are integral in determining the success of this event,” said Pudiak-Town. “We hope to send 100 veterans to Washington, D.C. next fall. In-kind and financial donations also will help us reach that goal. Any monetary amount will help prepare the field for the event and send veterans to Washington.” Between noon and 4 p.m. on May 30, flag purchasers can pick up and take their flags home. The Field of Honor is a nonprofit Colonial Flag Foundation event. The foundation helps groups raise funds for worthy causes. Last year, the foundation posted more than 80,000 flags. Aid hospital programs Jewish War Veterans Capital District Council members didn’t let COVID-19 derail their efforts to donate hundreds of dollars to the Stratton Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Albany Post 105 and Schenectady Post 106 donated $720 to programs and services coordinated by the Stratton VA Volunteer Services. “This really makes a huge difference for us,” said Michael Fitzpatrick, volunteer services manager, after the donation was made on Christmas Eve. “Just having you come out today to show your support helps us. We really appreciate it.” Jewish War Veterans members Rich Dolins, Harian Harrison, Paul Zonderman, Richard Goldenberg, Bill Jaffe, Post 105 Commander Fred Altman, and Post 106 Commander Gene Altman presented the funds to Fitzpatrick. CONTINUED FROM 1
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omicron’s contagiousness. Last winter, before either was widely available and the variant had yet to emerge, the regional positivity rate surged and peaked at just 10.2 percent. And while widespread sickness seemed to impact hospitals and urgent-care centers much more this time around, that wasn’t due to patient numbers as much as to historic staffing shortages that worsened over the past year due to burnout, sickness and vaccine mandates. Unprecedented demand for rapid, at-home antigen tests also hit health care facilities hard this winter as people began seeking them out at urgent-care centers and even emergency rooms, prompting Gov. Kathy Hochul to urge New Yorkers to stop clogging ERs for tests. Indeed, far more people were hospitalized last winter due to COVID-19 than have been this winter — despite many more people testing positive this time around. A record 553 residents of the Capital Region were hospitalized with the disease on Jan. 19, 2021, state data show. So far this winter, a high of just 412 people were hospitalized with COVID-19 in the eight-county area. “The vaccine is definitely working” While breakthrough cases of the virus are not uncommon and vaccinated individuals have been hospitalized and even died, hospital leaders say the majority of hospitalized patients continue to be the unvaccinated. Some 68 percent of people being treated at 12 area hospitals for COVID-19 last Thursday were unvaccinated, said Dr. Dennis Mc-Kenna, president and CEO of Albany Medical Center, who cited data shared over a phone call that morning by area hospital leaders. Hospital leaders are also now reporting the number of people seeking hospital care for COVID-19 versus those who wind up in the hospital for other things but happen to test positive for the disease. That data shows that about one-third of all COVID-19 patients in area hospitals tested positive incidentally. “It’s a pretty significant number that are walking around without knowing it,” said Dr. Alan Boulos, interim dean of Albany Medical College. Reduced severity of the omicron variant can be seen in intensive care and mechanical ventilation rates, said Hanks, chief clinical officer for the St. Peter’s Health Partners system in Albany. Just over 15 percent of Capital Region residents hospitalized with COVID-19 during the omicron wave have required transfer to ICUs, he said, and 6.1 percent have required mechanical ventilation. That’s the lowest of the pandemic to date, according to his data, which was collected from a dozen area hospitals including Albany Medical Center, St. Peter’s Hospital in AlCONTINUED FROM 2
bany, Samaritan Hospital in Troy, Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson, Albany Stratton VA, Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, Saratoga Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital, among others. The alpha variant, which was first identified in the United Kingdom and hit New York last winter, sent 15.5 percent of area patients to ICUs and 7.6 percent required ventilation. The delta variant, which was first identified in India and spread across New York through the latter half of 2021, sent 19.8 percent of people to area ICUs and 8 percent required ventilation. ICU and ventilation rates among local COVID-19 patients were highest by far during the first wave of the pandemic in the spring of 2020 — 52 percent and 48 percent, respectively. Part of the reason for that is the development of better treatment and therapeutics, hospital officials say. “Now, the only caveat with that is we’re still early in omicron and mechanical ventilation is kind of like the last step as far as patients who are in the hospital and aren’t getting better,” Hanks said Thursday. “So we’ll keep an eye on that number. It may trend up, but right now we believe that it’s probably going to be a little bit lower than it was with delta.” The omicron variant features over 30 mutations to the spike protein of the coronavirus, which the messenger RNA vaccines targeted. “As a result, the vaccines are not as effective,” McKenna said. “But also as a result of that, the virus itself is not as severe.” Despite a rise in breakthrough cases, the vaccine is still effective at preventing severe disease and death, he said. Deaths during the omicron wave continue to disproportionately impact the unvaccinated, he said. “The vaccine is definitely working. ... These (deaths) are people who sadly continue to be primarily unvaccinated, but often are older and have those underlying medical conditions,” he said.
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Kelly Hoffman Makes History as Chairwoman of Legislature RENSSELAER COUNTY Kelly Hoffman of North Greenbush became the first woman to lead a Republican Majority of the Rensselaer County Legislature. Hoffman, a Conservative, was chosen to lead the 13 member Republican Majority for the 2022-2025 term. Robert Loveridge of East Schodack was chosen as ViceChair of the Legislature, and Rob Bayly of Poestenkill was picked to be the Chair of Finance, replacing Loveridge.
Dining with Diabetes Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County CAPITAL DISTRICT - Mondays, January 24, 31, February 7 and 28th at 6:30pm - Virtual Program via Zoom Adults with type 2 diabetes (or those who are at risk of type 2 diabetes) and their family members, caregivers, and support persons are invited to participate in Dining with Diabetes. This free virtual program will help you learn the skills needed to promote good health while living with diabetes. Dining with Diabetes is an Extension program taught locally by Karen Roberts Mort, MS of Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County. Participants will learn how to read the new food labels, count carbohydrates and plan meals using the Plate Method. There will also be time to discuss ways to stay motivated to eat healthy and stay active during the current health crisis. This class offers opportunities to connect with others who are dealing with diabetes. Healthy recipes, cooking techniques and even ideas for making healthier choices at restaurants and grocery stores will be shared with the group. A Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist has been invited to attend one of the sessions. Please register here : https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErfygqD4jH9f5xxKk0V3Il8E0bFtmCbCc in order to get the Zoom link for the series. For help with registering or any questions, contact Karen from CCE Albany at kem18@cornell.edu or leave a message at 518-765-3552.
Ken Herrington of Brunswick kept his position as Majority Leader. The new leadership team is committed to keeping Rensselaer County moving forward in a positive direction. “It is a privilege and honor to have been chosen to serve as Chairwoman of the Rensselaer County Legislature. I am
hopeful to see what the next four years bring and know we can accomplish great things and create exciting opportunities working together for the residents of our county”, said Hoffman. The new leadership team signed the oath book during the January 4th Organizational Meeting of the Legislature.
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RENSSELAER - Thank you and hats off to you wonderful happy hookers. This past year because of your unbelievable skills and thoughtful generosity we were able to give out 225 gift bags with afghans, shawls, booties, hats, scarves and lap robes. Because of the pandemic and some health issues our Community Service Group did not come back. Because of you wonderful ladies who work throughout the year from your homes, we were able to once again let our nursing home residents know they are remembered and loved, we have yarn at the center for any one that needs it. And for you girls hanging up your crochet needles and are looking to donate yarn we are accepting donations. Again thank you so much God Bless you rock.
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The Anchor Food Pantry SCHODACK - The Anchor Food Pantry in an attempt to keep the residents of the Town Of Schodack apprised during these Covid 19 times has an update regarding hours of operation and procedures. The Pantry is open on the following days for servicing clientele and the general public. Monday Evenings-5pm-7pm, Tuesday and Thursdays -9am-2pm, and the first saturday of each month 10am-1pm. We ask to call ahead at 518-732-4120 for food calls so staff can prepare order for delivery to your vehicle.New clients are asked to provide proof of residency on their initial visit. Donations are currently being accepted clothing wise for fall /early winter apparel preferably during business hours. As always we thank the citizens of Schodack for their present, past, and future support of aiding those in need during these seemingly never ending difficult economic times.
Rensselaer Senior Center Boutique RENSSELAER - Rensselaer County Corner Boutique open by appointment. We are so Thankful for the generosity of all of the people that donated to our boutique. We have beautiful clothes (Loft, Talbots, Anne Klien, Alfani, J.Jill, Alfred Dunner, Eddie Bauer, LL Bean Etc.) designer shoes, pocketbooks, jewelry, household Items all priced to go home with you. All proceeds go to senior functions. All are welcome to come and shop. Call today for an appointment 518-463-2166 Monday through Friday 9-3pm. Rensselaer County Rensselaer Center East and Herrick Streets
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