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Calling all ghosts and goblins. Do you think you have the BEST Halloween costume this year? Well, we invite you to the Town of North Greenbush Annual Halloween Parade on Sunday, October 30th

The parade will lineup at the Family Dollar Plaza on Main Ave in Wynantskill and kicks-off at 2pm. Come participate and walk in the parade in your BEST and most unique costume while your neighbors watch the parade march down Main Avenue to Town Hall.

After the parade, come join us for cider, donuts and treats. There will be prizes for the top three best costumes! The parade is being organized by Deputy Town Supervisor Kelly Hoffman and Councilwoman Jessica Merola, Chair of the Youth

Word offensive to Native American women removed from sites across state, U.S.

By KENNETH C. CROWE II

STEPHENTOWN — A Rensselaer County swamp has a new name, reflecting the federal government’s plan to eliminate an offensive term.

Squaw Swamp has been renamed Black Swamp, the U.S. Department of the Interior recently announced. It’s one of about 650 place names across the country that were changed to rename geographic features such as a swamp, island, creek or mountain that contained the word. A federal online map shows the locations of the changes.

“A final vote from the Board on Geographic Names completed historic efforts to remove a term from federal use that has historically been used as an offensive ethnic, racial and sexist slur, particularly for Indigenous women,” the Department of the Interior said in announcing the changes.

The renamed Black Swamp is one of 11 places in New York that dropped the word. The others are in the counties of Essex, Jefferson, Nassau County, St. Lawrence, Tioga, Yates and Hamilton — where had four places using the word. The new name may come from the nearby Black Brook or Black Pond. The Rensselaer County swamp is the only site in the Capital Region that’s on the list.

“Almost every young woman growing up on a reservation going into a nonreservation school has heard that term, has been called that. It was mean, and it was spiteful and it was hurtful,” said Bobbi Webster, director of communications for the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin, in a comment released by the Department of the Interior.

Webster said Friday dropping of the “s-word” was a step forward.

Forest steward Fred McCagg, left, Jim Bonesteel, executive director at Rensselaer Plateau Alliance; Annie Jacobs, communications director at RPA; and Jeff Briggs, director board of directors at RPA, look over the Big Beaver Bog in the Poestenkill Community Forest last November in Sand Lake. Rensselaer Plateau Alliance has worked to protect the area from ooding to combat climate change.

By KENNETH C. CROWE II

“It’s progress. It’s minute progress. It’s moving in the right direction. It’s long overdue. The clarification to the general public is it’s not a word to be used,” Webster said.

There are many different stories about the meaning of the word, Webster said. “There’s not clarity of definition.”

The meaning and origination of the word has been reported and debated for decades from the publication “Indian Country Today”

to the Smithsonian Institution archives to other publications. Articles touch on possible origins in New England due it being potentially derived from a Mohawk word “ojiskwa,” which describes female anatomy.

The Online Etymology Dictionary entry said it was, “Native American woman,” 1630s, from Massachusett (Algonquian) squa “woman” (cognate with Narraganset squaws “woman”). It also noted it had developed a derogatory meaning and was “widespread in U.S. place names.”

On Nov. 19, 2021, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland issued an order declaring the word to be a derogatory term and set forward procedures to remove it from federal use.

“Racist terms have no place in our vernacular or on our federal lands. Our nation’s lands and waters should be places to celebrate the outdoors and our shared cultural heritage — not to perpetuate the legacies of oppression,” Haaland, a member of the Hopi Tribe, said in a statement.

“Today’s actions will accelerate an important process to reconcile derogatory place names and mark a significant step in honoring

The charges against McLaughlin, however, were filed by state prosecutors, not the FBI.

NORTH GREENBUSH — U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik used the backdrop of a county nursing home to renew her demand for an investigation of former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo for his administration’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including a decision to withhold from the public data on the deaths in facilities that provide care for elderly residents.

And she defended the elected official who stood next to her at Monday’s event outside Van Rensselaer Manor: Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin, who faces felony charges for the alleged misuse of campaign funds.

The Schuylerville Republican called the charges against McLaughlin “a political witch hunt. The FBI is absolutely politicized and weaponized.”

McLaughlin, a former state assemblyman, was indicted late last year by a grand jury on counts of grand larceny and offering a false instrument for filing for allegedly stealing $5,000 from his campaign account in November 2017. McLaughlin allegedly funneled that sum through a consulting firm run by a political ally, Rich Crist, in order to pay back a loan to a former legislative staff member just weeks after he won his first term as county executive.

“Most importantly, the people of Rensselaer County stand overwhelmingly with Steve,” Stefanik said, noting the wide margin of his re-election last year — just weeks before he was indicted.

Stefanik repeated her attacks on the FBI (“We see at all levels, the FBI have been weaponized to go after Republicans”), despite that agency having no apparent role in the charges against McLaughlin.

Federal investigators are, however, looking into allegations of ballot fraud in Rensselaer County, a case that has already prompted a guilty plea and resignation from a Troy City Council member and the recent indictment of county Board of Elections Commissioner Jason Schofield, who like McLaughlin has pleaded not guilty.

Stefanik said the FBI was “not doing their job when it comes to really important issues like the Schoharie limousine crash.” The congresswoman has in recent months joined those calling on the agency to turn over materials related to its use of Shahed Hussain, the owner of the limousine company whose vehicle resulted in 20 fatali-

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Sand Lake Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting

The Town of Sand Lake will be holding its Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Friday, December 2nd at 7:00 pm.

For more information and Parade entry Form go to the Town’s website: townofsandlake.us.

You can also contact Councilman Glasser: pglasser@sand-lake.us or call Barbara Hansen, Town Clerk at 518-674-2026 Ext. 122.

Trunk Or Treat in East Greenbush

Trunk Or Treat is coming!!! Be sure to bring your friends and neighbors. In fact bring the whole neighborhood!!! Hosted by Connecting Point Church, Trunk Or Treat, also known as Halloween tailgating, cleverly brings Halloween from the uncertain streets to the safety of the church parking lot, turning the backs of cars, trucks, minivans and SUV’s into the new front porch! So bring everyone to Connecting Point Church on October 31st from 6:008:30pm for all your tricks or treats from our trunks. We will also attempt to keep you warm with our free hot chocolate and a cozy bonfire.

Located at 568 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, in the Van Den Houten Square, across from Dunkin Donuts, Connecting Point Church is the friendly neighborhood church that endeavors to offer alternative ways in keeping your children safe on Halloween.

For more information, visit www.connectingpoint.church.

In the event of rain, we will cancel.

Nassau Scout Food Drive

Attention Nassau residents, please mark your calendar now! BSA Troop 2166 of Nassau Food Drive

Saturday, November 12

BSA Troop 2166 of Nassau is participating in the Scouting for Food Drive. Our goal is to collect as many items of non-perishable food as possible to help our hungry neighbors. The need is greater now than ever! Donations may be dropped off on Saturday, November 12, from 9am-2pm at the following COVID-SAFE drive-thru drop-off location: Nassau Village Commons Pavilion, John St. (next to Post Office).

Scouts will be available to remove donations

Veterans Day Celebration

Melvin Roads American Legion Post 1231 celebrates Veteran’s Day, 1:00 PM, Thursday , November 11th, 2021, at the post, 200 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush.

Enjoy the parade & then stop by Melvin Roads for our ceremony & refreshments. One hundred & four years ago, The Great War ended on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, at the eleventh hour. Our name’s sake Private Melvin Roads died the night before the Armistice took effect. PVT Roads served his country, and gave his life to a cause he believed in.

Post 1231 celebrates his service and the service of all veteran’s, along with their families. Please join us as we and our local representatives support all veterans everywhere. Refreshments are served after the ceremony.

Diana Clark to Speak on Changing Roles of Women in the Military

Ret. Lt. Col. Diana Clark will give an illustrated talk on the roles of women in the United States military. This Stephentown Historical Society program meeting will be held on Sunday, November 6, at 2:00 p.m . at the Stephentown Heritage Center, 4 Staples Road, Stephentown, New York.

The program is free and the building is handicapped accessible. For directions, telephone (518) 733-0010.

Clark’s historical perspective will include women serving alongside men in combat since the Revolutionary War, slowly gaining equality

from your car. Please have donations in bags or boxes in your trunk. Please help if you can! Thank you for your support!

Holiday Vendor and Craft Fair at Center Brunswick Fire Company

Join us Saturday, November 12th at the Center Brunswick Fire House, 1045 Hoosick Road, Center Brunswick (across from the Town Hall), from 9AM-2PM, for our Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair.

This event will feature many local crafters and vendors for your holiday shopping needs. There will also be raffles, 50/50, bake sale, free admission and parking.

Poestenkill Halloween Parade

Town of Poestenkill will be hosting our annual Halloween Parade on Sunday, October 30th Parade staging will begin at 11:15am and the parade will begin at 11:30am.

The Parade will go from Poestenkill Town Hall to Poestenkill Elementary School. Candy donations for the post parade celebration may be dropped off at Poestenkill Town Hall.

Join Rensselaer Land Trust for Their 2022 Annual Meeting

Please join RLT on Sunday, November 13 from 4-7pm at Brown’s Brewing Co’s Revolution Hall as

in access to military academies, training, recognition and promotions in the military. She will give a personal account of her experiences in Iraq and Africa in the Army Reserves and Air Force Reserves as a critical care field nurse and as a flight nurse/medical crew director.

Dyken Pond Holiday Wreath Sale

Balsam Fir wreaths for sale to be picked up in November. 18” Wreath Decorated with a hand-made Dyken Pond collectible nature ornament, pine cones, berries, and a red bow for just $30 Fundraiser for FRIENDS OF THE DYKEN POND CENTER. Proceeds from sales are used to support the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center activities, such as scholarships for school classes to attend field trips, and trail improvements. There are larger wreath sizes available, please visit our website at dykenpond.org

Wreaths make a great Thanksgiving hostess gift! Please pre-order sale Pick-Up Options: SATURDAY 11/19 11 AM – 1 PM Roxborough Holdings (former Grafton Elementary) 13 Babcock Lake Rd., Petersburg, NY (corner of Babcock Lake Rd & Rte 2) MONDAY 11/21 IN TROY 12 PM – 2 PM (Troy pick-up at the Dyken Pond Office, 61 State St.)

Contact the Center at (518) 658-2055 or wreaths@dykenpond.org for other pick-up options.

they celebrate you, and all of RLT’s volunteers, friends, and their 35th Anniversary!

To kick off the evening, George Wilson, local fiddler will fill Revolution Hall with warm and welcoming tunes.

The evening program will include a brief business meeting, celebrating honorees, and Environmental advocate and policy expert Judith Enck will share her thoughts on environmental stewardship.

Honorees include:

Andy Beers, prior Director of the Empire State Trail and Executive Deputy Commissioner for the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Andy also worked for seventeen

years for the New York Office of The Nature Conservancy. Andy currently is assisting the Hudson River Valley Greenway on operations issues for the Albany-Hudson Electric Trail, a 36-mile rail-trail in Rensselaer and Columbia Counties.

Judith Enck, founder of Beyond Plastics, an initiative to end plastic pollution through education, advocacy, and institutional change. Judith is Passionate about protecting public health and the environment, she teaches classes on plastic pollution as a Senior Fellow and visiting faculty member at Bennington College.

To pre-register go to www.renstrust.org

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News From Averill Park CSD

Congratulations to the 111 juniors and seniors at Averill Park High School who were inducted into the National Honor Society! Selection into this nationwide organization is based on four criteria, namely scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Great job everyone!

October is National Principals Month! On behalf of everyone in the district, thank you to our principals for all they do to guide and support our students and staff.

Our leaders include Heath Quiles (APHS), Rob Messia (AMS), Denis Sibson (MHSL), Josh Gela (PES) and Keri Rosher (WSL).

Congratulations to junior Mia Lucey for verbally committing to attend and play softball at Barry University upon graduating from Averill Park CSD. Good luck in the spring season!

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

Book Nook at Transfiguration Parish is Open

The Book Nook at Transfiguration Parish on Hillview Drive in Speigletown is open on Saturday, November 5 and November 19 from 9:00 am until noon. There are a lot of new donations appearing on the shelves, so please stop by and begin stocking up on your winter reading.

Clive Cussler and Fern Michaels are the BOGO free authors for the month. Donations are accepted at the parish during office hours (M-Th 9-2).

Please do not drop off donations outside of the church. Thanks for your continued support and see you at The Book Nook!

Election Day Soup and Sandwich

Join us for on Lunch Election Day

There will be and Election Day Soup and Sandwich Luncheon on Tuesday, November 8, from 11:00 to 1:00 at Center Brunswick United Methodist Church - 990 Hoosick Road, Troy, NY Menu includes Pasta Fagioli or New England Clam Chowder, Ham and Cheese or Tuna Salad Sandwich, beverage and pie for des-

sert. Items priced individually.

Take-out is available. Please contact Sheryl at (518) 469-7692 for more information.

Halloween Safe and fun

Join us for Trick or Treat Hall: Trick or Treat, It’s time for some candy and Halloween fun. Walk through our trick or treat hall, do a craft and have a snack! And of course, wear your costume! October 30th, 3:00 to 4:30 pm. at Blooming Grove Reformed Church, 706 Bloominggrove Dr. Rensselaer (Defreestville) 12144, Rte 4 across from CDTA Park and Ride Lot.

Deck the HallsMuitzeskill & Schodack Landing

Join your neighbors to celebrate the holidays. Decorate your home between 11/25/20221/1/2023

Register your street address by 12/9/2022 at 4cpmuitzeskill@gmail. com to win prizes and to be included on a list of decorated homes. The list of street addresses will be publicized. Prizes will be awarded by random drawing from registered addresses.

This event is organized

by The Four Corners Partnership. The mission of The Partnership is to promote and provide quality activities and services that will contribute to the physical, emotional and social well-being of our community. FB.com/FCPcommunityhouse.

10th Annual Veterans Day Mass

St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Wynantskill will be hosting a Liturgical Celebration of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11, 2022 at 9:00 am in the Church.

This service will honor veterans, living or deceased, who are currently serving or who have served in the various branches of the military in the United States or Allied Forces. The Mass will be concelebrated by Pastor Rev. Patrick Rice and retired Air Force Chaplain Colonel Edward Deimeke. All are welcome.

Van Rensselaer Heights Residents Hosting Kids Halloween Party

The residents of Van Rensselaer Heights are hosting a Community Halloween Party for the kids of Rensselaer on October 28th from 5 PM to 7 PM.

The party will be held in the Community Room at 460 Forbes Ave in Rensselaer. There will be music, a costume contest, and candy! Kids will need to be accompanied by a parent to participate. Any questions please call Ashley at (518) 621-7585.

Trunk or Treat

Sunday, October 30, 12 PM – 2 PM

First United Methodist Church, 1 Gilligan Rd, East Greenbush.

All are welcome to come and Trunk or Treat! This is a Free Event for all children and youth. We will also have a trunk decoration contest where you as the participant get to decide which trunk is the best decorated.

This is a rain or shine event. We will have Trick or Treat Hallway if it is raining.

Brunswick Church Holds Family Trunk or Treat – Rain or Shine

Sunday, October 30, 2022, 2-4 pm. 42 White Church Lane, Troy, NY

On Sunday, October 30, 2022, Brunswick Church invites you and your family to a fun Halloween event for all ages.

Grab your mask and your goodie bag, and make the rounds of our creative

themed automobiles for some treats.

There are always clever - and some spooky - vehicles to provide Halloween entertainment. There will also be fun activities indoors and light refreshments.

The event will be held rain or shine. So, mark your calendar, get your costume ready and be sure to join us for this fun, seasonal event.

From The Desk of the North Greenbush Town Clerk

Election Day is Tuesday, November 8, 2022 The hours of voting will be 6:00 AM TO 9:00 PM.

The Town of North Greenbush will have 3 Polling locations:

Districts 1,3,4 and 7 will vote atTown Hall located @ 2 Douglas Street Wynantskill,NY Districts 5 & 8 will vote at St. Michael’s Church located @ 175 Williams Road Troy, NY

Districts 2 & 6 will vote at Defreestville Fire Department located @ 350 North Greenbush Road Troy, NY

If you should have any questions or concerns pertaining to Election Day, please feel free to contact my office and I will be more than happy to assist you in any way that I can.

selaer County no longer is part of District 19 - most of Rensselaer County is now within District 21. The cities of Troy and Rensselaer and parts of North Greenbush are now in District 20. Changes have also been made to the districts for NYS Senate and NYS Assembly? An easy way to find out for sure is to go to Vote411.org. Based on your address/residence, you will be able to see what district you now live and vote in, who the candidates are and information about what each candidate stands for.

Be Informed Ahead of Election Day!

Remember that early voting starts on October 29 and continues until November 6 at 3 locations: Schodack Town Hall, 265 Schuurman Rd, Castleton Brunswick Town Hall, 336 Town Office Road, Troy 500 Federal Street, Troy

Hours: Sat/Sun 9 AM – 5 PM

M/W 12 Noon – 8PM

T/Th/F 9 AM – 5 PM

Town of Schodack Tax Office

All school tax bills for Schodack and East Greeenbush Schools are now in the penalty period. Please make sure penalty amount is included with your payment or your payment will be returned as unpaid. Please write your phone number on your check so we can contact you if there are any issues with your payment. All school taxes must be received at my office by 4:00pm October 31st

Happy Halloween at The Rensselaer County Senior Center, Monday, October 31st

Join us as we dance to Bobby T’s great music and parade showing off all our creative costumes.

There will be Cash prizes for Most Creative, Scariest and Prettiest.

Parade takes place after lunch which consists of long awaited and popular Meatloaf, Vegetable, Potato and Special Dessert. Our parties always have lots of dancing.

Leave your slippers and Tylenol by your couch for when you get home. Plan on rocking with us on this special day.

Call today for reservations (518) 463-2166 Open 9am to 3pm we are located on East and Herrick Street in Rensselaer.

Trunk or Treat and Harvest House at Emmanuel Reformed Church

Sunday, October 30, 4:00-5:30pm

Our Castleton Halloween tradition continues this year with parking lot trick-or-treating, open to the public. Come in your favorite costumes and discover our exciting candy and trunk displays.

Also, new this year, come explore the Harvest House. This all-hallows tour isn’t scary, but tells a spooky tale of death and new life.

Emmanuel Reformed Church, 1150 Maple Hill Rd. - Castleton, NY. encountererc.com

Senior Centers

Host Veteran Appreication Luncheon

Rensselaer County’s Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69 Church Street, and the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will each host

After that, you will need to contact Rensselaer County Bureau of Finance at 518-270-2754. The Tax Office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 9:00am and 4:00pm during the month of October.

Melvin Roads Trunk or Treat

Melvin Roads American Legion Post 1231 presents Trunk or Treat on October 30, 2022 , from 2 PM to 4 PM at the Post parking lot, 200 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY.

If the weather is bad, we will hold a Table or Treat inside Hero’s Hall at the post. Have the children dress up and come down for Apple Cider & Cider Doughnuts. We welcome all families to come out and have a supervised trick or treating.

Fall Craft Fair at Center Brunswick UMC

“Save the Date”

Saturday, November 5, 9am-3pm, Center Brunswick UMC 990 Hoosick Road, Troy. Tables are selling quick!

Vendors are invited to bring their new creations to this show. Tables are $25.00 for an 8x10 section – one vendor per section please.

Contact Jean at 518-694-1887 for rental and information.

There will be a small concession stand as well.

a Veteran Appreciation Lunch as follows.

The Hoosick Falls event will be on Wednesday, November 9th with a noon meal followed by guest speaker, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Chuck Rodda. He is a retired officer with an impressive background: a Combat Medic and Army Aviator (Huey, Cobra, Blackhawk, and Lakota). He was the state instructor pilot, teaching everyone in the military that flies in New York. Now that he is retired, he is the Regional Director of LifeNet.

Grafton’s Everett Wagar Senior Center event will be held on Thurs, Nov 10th with a noon meal followed by guest Speaker, Carrie Farley, President of the Albany Chapter of the American Gold Star Mothers. Carrie is the proud mother of SSG Derek J. Farley, who was killed while serving his country. American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. is a private nonprofit organization of America mothers who lost their sons or daughters in service of the United States Armed

Forces. Carrie will talk about the volunteer work the organization does to support our Veterans. Please RSVP if you plan to attend. Hoosick 518-686-7561 or Grafton 518-279-3413. Please come dressed in red, white and blue to show our appreciation for those who have served our country. Lunch is free to all veterans. Cost for lunch for seniors is a suggested $3 donation. There will be a $5 charge for non-seniors attending.

East Greenbush VFW Auxiliary Vendor Fair

Vendor Fair Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.100 Hays Road, East Greenbush.

Table rental availablecall Lynda at 518-732-2111 or email at: schoolrn52@ aol.com

Many vendors, Bake Sale, Raffle, 50/50.Kitchen will be open. Help us support our Veterans. Don’t miss this event!

Thank you to all who have contributed to the non-perishable food drive. This event continues until the week before Thanksgiving and our beginning efforts are looking good. You may bring donations whenever the Church or Thrift Shop is open.

Thrift Shop will be open on Saturday, November 5 from 9-2 . We are also open on Thursdays from 3-6. Come in to shop for the holidays. We have clothing, including winter coats, gift items, gift wrap, and more.

Sunday service, October 30 is at 9:00. Coffee hour and socializing follow the service. Please join us. .

Hot Mess Crafters meets on Wednesday at 10 AM. We regret that we have had to cancel this year’s craft fair.

Bible Study is on Wednesday at 4:00.

The Church of the Redeemer is an Episcopal church located on 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

Chowder Sale Gilead Lutheran Church

Gilead will once again have a clam chowder sale. Many people have told us that they missed our chowder and asked us to have a sale.

It will be just before Election Day and will be take out only. Quarts will be $ 10.00 and Pints $ 5.00. We are sorry we can not have our Election Day Luncheon but, there is always he threat that the virus will rear its ugly head and we will have to cancel with only a short notice.

You should call the Shanahans, at 518-279-9552, by Thursday, November 3rd to place your orders. Pick up can be Saturday November 5th from 1:00 – 3:00 PM. Other arrangements can be made by calling the number above.

Gilead is located at the intersection of routes 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick

Trunk or Treat at Gilead Lutheran Church Sunday, October 30, 2022

Halloween is actually Monday, October 31, 2022 but we made the decision to celebrate it a day early. It gives our “truckers” more time to get ready for our visitors. That is a good point for us but it also frees up time for our little friends to go out again on Monday for more loot. Our trunks open at 3:00 PM and will close at 5:00 PM. If you enjoy watching the little one dress up but don’t have children of your own to take around, please feel free to come and hand out candy and goodies with us. Just to let you know, we have had close to 200 little visitors each year.

In 2021 we had some of our canine friends stop by, some in costume and other just stop by for a pat on the head.

We will be found in the parking lot behind Gilead Lutheran Church. You can’t miss us because Gilead is located at the intersection of Routes 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick.

NYS Youth Snowmobile Safety Class

On Saturday, November 12th, the Grafton Trailblazers Snowmobile Club and the Grafton Lakes State Park will host a NYS Youth Snowmobile Safety Class for youth

ages 10-17. Students must be at least 10 years old the day of the class.

Parents are encouraged to attend and participate. The course will be held at the Grafton VFW/Fire Hall on South Road from 8:30am to approximately 4:30pm. The course will be taught by NYS certified volunteer instructors Jim Blessing and Dominic Jacangelo. The course will cover topics such as NYS laws and regulations, riding skills, trail emergencies, protecting the environment, trail etiquette, maintenance and repair, trailering, etc.

To register on-line, go to https://register-ed.com/ events/view/188092. Space is limited, pre-registration required. The course is free of charge and lunch/snacks will be provided. Questions, please call (518) 469-2656.

Fresh Florida Fruit Fundraiser

The Kiwanis Club of Troy is once again conducting their Annual Florida Fruit Sale!!

20 lb. cases of Navel Oranges

20 lb. cases of Ruby Red Grapefruit

Or 20 lb. cases Half Oranges/Half Grapefruit

Only $28 Each

Most other organizations are at over $30-35.

Picked fresh from the Florida groves and shipped directly to Troy for your enjoyment!!

All orders are needed by November 20th!!

All will arrive in Troy about December 8th Call Dean today at 518-322-0826.

All monies go to children’s causes locally!!!

THANK YOU!!!

Averill Park Education Foundation 16th Annual Gala Dinner and Celebration

The Averill Park Education Foundation is thrilled to announce Sera Deo and Alan Michaels as our 2022 educator and community award recipients. Come join us in honoring these two amazing individuals on Friday, November 18th, 2022 at the beautiful Old Daley on Crooked Lake!

Ticket purchase and registration is open on our website apefoundation.org or text APEF to 22828 to receive an email invitation. Get your tickets early! We anticipate a sell-out! All proceeds 100% support the Averill Park Central School District in the form of grants for enrichment projects and scholarships.

Unable to attend but would like to support? Donate directly on our website, or consider donating a basket, gift card, specialty service, vacation rental, etc. to our auction event. Contact Tara Lindheimer @ wtlindheimer@msn.com to coordinate. We are a registered 501c non-profit and are happy to provide a record of your donation for tax purposes.

Rensselaer County Veterans Breakfast

Melvin Roads American Legion is hosting this year’s Rensselaer County Veteran’s Breakfast, sponsored by Honorable Steven F. McLaughlin, Rensselaer County Executive, on November 6th, 2022 from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Free to all Veterans & Immediate family members. We welcome the families of those who are serving, and those who have served, in current or past conflicts. When

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someone serves in the military the whole family serves. Have the whole family celebrate this years Veterans day with a free breakfast.

Melvin Roads is located at 200 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush.

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Trunk or Treat at Saint John’s Episcopal Church

Saint John’s Episcopal Church, Troy Saint John’s is hosting its third annual Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 30, from 2:00 – 4p.m Come bring kids of all ages to receive “treats” as they visit the elaborately-decorated “trunks” of cars, trucks, and vans, parked in the parking lot of Saint John’s, directly across from the church. It promises to be a fun time for all, and a chance to

enjoy the creativity of the trunks on display as well as the imagination of the children’s costumes.

Sunday in-person worship gathers at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. The 8 a.m. spoken service follows a more ancient Eucharistic Rite in Elizabethan English. The 10 a.m. modern Eucharistic Rite is preceded by hymns on the tower chime and is both live-streamed and in-person. Hymns are accompanied on the regal pipe organ, and Communion music is often from contemporary repertoire. And now the choir has

begun to sing again! For more information about music at Saint John’s, be in touch with Tiffany Dzembo, Choir Director, at tdzembo@stjohnstroy.org. Coffee hour follows after the 10 a.m. service. Join us! Sunday School has resumed! Children can draw near to God as they reflect on passages of Scripture and elements of liturgy in a hands-on curriculum, Sundays at 10 am, beginning October 2nd. For information about this or upcoming events, including Trunk or Treat and the Christmas Pageant, be in touch with Gaby Gastelum, Children’s Christian Education Director, at ggastelum@ stjohnstroy.org.

We are currently having a big Christmas sale throughout the Thrift Store. Lots of Christmas decorations and great gifts, some brand new. Hours for shopping and dropping off are from 9 to 12 on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Do stop by!

Our next food pantry, which includes fresh produce, will be Saturday, November 5th, from 10 until noon. All are welcome.

All activities are at 146

1st Street in Troy (518)2745884. The Rector, the Rev. Judith Malionek, can be reached also at rev.jmalionek@stjohnstro Worship and More at Saint John’s Episcopal Church, Troy

Sunday in-person worship gathers at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. The 8 a.m. spoken service follows a more ancient Eucharistic Rite in Elizabethan English. The 10 a.m. modern Eucharistic Rite is preceded by hymns on the tower chime and is both live-streamed and in-person. Hymns are accompanied on the regal pipe organ, and Communion music is often from contemporary repertoire. And now the choir has begun to sing again! For more information about music at Saint John’s, be in touch with Tiffany Dzembo, Choir Director, at tdzembo@stjohnstroy. org. Coffee hour follows in the gym after the 10 a.m. service. Join us!

Saint John’s is hosting an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 20th at 6 p.m. Prayers of gratitude are found in every religious

tradition, and we invite you to bring your prayers this evening. As the pandemic ebbs, let us come together because we need to and because we can.

Sunday School has resumed! Children can draw near to God as they reflect on passages of Scripture and elements of liturgy in a hands-on curriculum, Sundays at 10 am. For information about this or upcoming events, including Trunk or Treat and the Christmas Pageant, be in touch with Gaby Gastelum, Children’s Christian Education Director, at ggastelum@ stjohnstroy.org.

We are currently having a big Christmas sale throughout the Thrift Store. Lots of Christmas decorations and great gifts, some brand new. Hours for shopping and dropping off are 9 to 12 on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Do stop by!

Our next food pantry, which includes fresh produce, will be Saturday, November 4th, from 10 until noon. All are welcome.

All activities are at 146 1st Street in Troy (518)2745884. The Rector, the Rev. Judith Malionek, can be reached by phone and at rev.jmalionek@stjohnstroy.org.

MERCY MISSIONSteve Angrisano

Steve Angrisano is an internationally recognized Catholic composer, presenter and passionate music missionary. Always rooted in humility and faithfulness, Steve’s highly effective and authentic style of ministry springs

from his deep love for Jesus Christ.

He has traveled around the world for over two decades sharing his unique blend of humor, story, and song. Whether it’s at parish missions, youth events, concerts, staff retreats or music workshops, Steve loves working with local ministry teams to bring new life and passion to their Catholic communities. Please join us.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20-21 • 6:30-8:00pm

TRANSFIGURATION

PARISH 50 Hillview Dr., Troy, NY 12182 518-2350337 • transfigurationparish.net

Individual Tickets Now On Sale for A Taste of Sand Lake

Honorary Chairs Susan & Joel Katz invite you to join us at our 13th Annual A Taste of Sand Lake, our biggest fundraiser of the year! A Taste of Sand Lake is a night of delicious eats from all of your favorite Sand Lake/Averill Park restaurants with raffles, live music provided by TL Holloway, and time spent with new and old friends.

Make sure you reserve your tickets now as you won’t want to miss the exciting return of this one-of-a-kind event after a three-year hiatus! The event will be held on Tuesday, November 1 from 6pm to 9pm at the Old Daley Inn on Crooked Lake.

Individual tickets are $65 and are available at www.slca-ctp.org or by calling 518-674-2007.

by Tyler Michaels

Caroline Antolick

SCHOLAR ATHLETE •

This week’s Scholar Athlete of the Week is Caroline Antolick. Carly is a captain on the Varsity swim team, where she prefers the breaststroke and the butterfly.

Carly’s mother was a swimmer at the collegiate level, and got Carly in the water when she was five years old. Carly has been swimming ever since, and swims with the Starfish Swim Club outside of the school season. Carly’s favorite part about swimming is the friends she has made in the sport. “I’ve met a lot of wonderful people that I otherwise would not have and I consider myself really lucky.” Carly feels particularly proud of the team whenever a member qualifies for the sectional championships.

“Every time someone has qualified, every single member of our team has cheered and rushed to the end of their lane to give them a hug or a high five, which I think truly reflects the spirit and camaraderie of this team.” Carly noted that swimming has a large time commitment attached: the school team practices for two and a half hours six days a week.

Carly was instrumental in forming a scholastic team for Averill Park. In her freshman year of high school, Carly held frequent meetings with the athletic director to get Averill Park a swim team. The result was the merger between Troy and AP, which became the TAP swim team in Carly’s sophomore year. Carly’s greatest athletic achievement is breaking her team’s record in the 100-yard breaststroke. The previous record had stood since 2000, until Carly swam a 1:11.09, breaking it by over a second. Last year, Carly began to deal with severe burnout after swimming for so long. She took some time off and returned when she felt prepared to do so, and is now working towards her goal of qualifying for the state championships meet in the 100-yard breaststroke.

While Carly succeeds in the pool, she also excels academically. Carly has a 97.94 GPA while taking difficult courses this year, including Advanced Placement Biology, AP Calculus BC, AP Government and Politics, AP Language and Composition, and French 5. Carly is the vice president of Averill Park’s branch of the National Honor Society, founded a volunteer organization called Brighten A Day Averill Park, and is a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. She is also a volunteer peer tutor and swim coach.

Carly is proud of her scores from her AP tests last year; she studied hard and feels that it has paid off. To balance school and sports, Carly uses her study hall time as effectively as she can, and tries to limit distractions to help her study better.

Carly’s teammates and her family inspire her to do well in her sport and push Carly out of her comfort zone. Carly’s teammates help her excel in her sport by getting her to work hard during practice and cheering Carly on at meets. Carly would advise a younger athlete to, “find a good group of friends within your team who will push you to achieve your dreams.” Next year, Carly plans on

Brooks BBQ at Schodack Valley Volunteer Fire Company

Please support our 2nd annual Brooks Chicken BBQ on Saturday, October 29th held at our fire station at 1553 Schodack Valley Rd. Castleton NY 12033. This is a take out only event. Pre orders are Required. You can pre order via email by using Schodack Valley Fire Company’s dedicated email address at brooksbbq32@gmail.com.

Or you can call 518-477-5533 to pre order on phone. Hours are 3 to 6pm. The meal includes half chicken,baked potato,coleslaw and dessert. Please don’t delay your pre order.

Last year we had to unfortunately turn people away. Thanks again for your continued support of our fire company. The cost is $14 cash and carry per dinner.

attending college to major in either biology or forensic science and earn a master’s degree. She hopes to eventually work in the FBI.

We wish Carly the best as she finishes her senior year and prepares for college.

Debra Young was the first woman elected County Court Judge, and since her election in 2012 has ensured justice and fairness. As judge, she has more experience in County Court than any other candidate this year.

Judge Young has presided over some of the biggest area trials, handling over 20,000 criminal court appearances, 1500 felony cases and 50 criminal trials. That experience led to Judge Young being trusted to oversee criminal court operations in seven upstate counties.

She began her career as a medical researcher and helped litigate the landmark tobacco settlement. Judge Young relied on that experience to secure $800,000 in grant money to fight the opioid epidemic. She has supported innovation to improve efficiency and ensure justice.

Judge Debra Young –Fair, Experienced and Committed to Justice

FRCW Roast Pork Dinner

Let us make dinner for you and your family! The First Reformed Church (corner of NYS Route 66 and Church Street in Wynantskill) is holding a Drive-Thru Roast Pork Dinner on Saturday, November 5, from 4 to 6 PM. (Please note that we extended the pick-up time and will have four lines to avoid congestion in the parking lot.)

Enjoy the comforts of roast pork from Route 66 Meats, apple dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, butternut squash, applesauce, coleslaw, roll, and dessert. The cost of each dinner is $16 for adults, $8 for children 6-11, and free for children 5 and under.

Reservations may be made by calling 518-283-4420 and leaving a message. Drive-ups are welcome while supplies last. Thank you for your support!

Annual Roast Pork Dinner – Take Out Only

The Annual Roast Pork dinner sponsored by the Nassau Reformed Church will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 . It’s with pride that we have been serving this dinner to Nassau and surrounding communities since 1955.

Dinner is $15 and includes; roast pork, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, 2 vegetables, applesauce, rolls, and homemade desserts.

Dinner will be TAKE OUT ONLY. From 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please call or text Melissa at 518-653-5141 to reserve your dinner.

The Church is located at 43 Church Street (East on Rte. 20) in the Village of Nassau, Rensselaer County.

ICC Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Supper Fundraiser

The Election Eve tradition continues - The Annual Italian Community Center (ICC) Spaghetti & Meatball Supper to benefit the ICC Soup Kitchen, Street Warriors and the Father Harry Scholarship at LaSalle Institute will be held on Monday, November 7, 2022, from 4 - 7 pm at the Italian Community Center, 1450 5th Avenue, Troy NY.

The Dinner Only event will be Eat In or Take Out and includes, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Salad, Bread and Dessert.

Glendora Vegeterian Club

Cost is a $10 donation for Adults and $5 for Children. No pre-ordering needed.

Thank you as always for supporting this tradition and the Soup Kitchen at the ICC.

Emmanuel Reformed Church in Castleton Roast Pork Dinner

Emmanuel Reformed Church is having their Roast Pork Dinner mission fund raiser on Saturday November 19th. There will be 2 sittings, 4:30 and 6:00 pm, as well as Take Out.

The price is $13.00, children 6-12 $5.00 and under 6 is free. The dinner includes, Roast Pork, Potatoes, Green Beans, Squash, Rolls and fresh Pie for dessert.

We are located at Emmanuel Reformed Church 1150 Maple Hill Rd. Castleton NY 12033. Please call the Church office at 518-732-7766 for reservations.

Hope’s Kitchen Free Community Dinner Thursday, November 3rd

Enjoy a delicious fall dinner, sit-down or take-out, on Thursday, November 3rd with Hope’s Kitchen at Cornerstone Community Church of Lansingburgh.

Hope’s Kitchen, a ministry of Hope Lutheran Church and Cornerstone Community Church will be offering a free community dinner served at Cornerstone, 570 3rd Ave., Troy.

The dinner will be a sit-down meal, with an option for take-out if preferred, from 3 to 6 PM.

On the menu: Beef Stew, tossed salad, bread and butter, and sheet cake for dessert, with coffee and tea for those dining in. Fee will donations are gratefully accepted.

Reservations are required for either eat-in or take-out dinners. Deadline is Friday, October 28. Call (518) 235-851 for reservations and specify number of meals, eat-in or take-out

Wreaths Across America Roast Beef Dinner

The American Legion Post 1489 at 111 Main Ave. in Wynantskill will be holding our 6th annual roast beef dinner to benefit Wreaths Across America on Saturday, November 5th from 1pm to 6pm.

This year’s event will be takeout with a dine-in op-

My friend Phil is so good with coupons the store often has to give him credit to buy something else. We saw one of his countings where in one year he had redeemed over $400 in coupons. Since COVID stores have moved to providing digital coupons through apps which actually can be used more than once. Phil says that some supermarkets have a display of vegan products in the produce department. Ibotta and Fetch are apps through which you can get rebates. Stock up when prices are low.

The best ways to enjoy couponing is to enjoy cooking. If you have suggestions about a product, contact the company. They welcome feedback.

Note: Starbucks now offers plant based nuggets.

Jokes

1. The little said this catechism is too hard. I need a kitty chasm.

2. Daddy, can I join the army?

No, you are only an infant.

Well, I could be in the infantry.

3. Mommy, am I made of sage, parsley and bread crumbs?

No, why?

Billy said he was going to beat the stuffing out of me.

4. The policeman asked the little boy, “Is this your brother?”

The boy said, “Yes, he’s kind of small, isn’t he? That’s because he’s my half brother.”

5. A little boy and his dog went to school together every morning. Every afternoon they came home together. Everybody in the neighborhood thought this was so endearing. Then one day it all stopped. The dog graduated.

tion available by advance reservation only. Dinner will include roast beef, gravy, potato, mixed vegetables and roll for $17.

We encourage you to place your order well in advance as this has been a sellout every year, and walk-in orders will not be guaranteed. You may call 518-227-7438 to reserve your dinner.

All proceeds will go to the purchase of wreaths to be placed on veterans’ graves at Saratoga National Cemetery on Saturday, December 17th.

If you wish to make a donation to help us meet our goal of 600 wreaths this year, you may make donations in person at the post or go online to Wreaths Across America. org and use our fundraising group ID #NY0160. We hope you can join us and thank you for your support!

Election Day Dinner

TROY- The Polish American Club, 507 First St. Troy is having their Annual Election Day Dinner, Nov 8, 2022 2-7PM.

Dinners for Take-out or Eat In. Polish Plate $13 or Spaghetti and Meatballs $11. Call 518-272-2676.

TThis week’s selection in an end-unit townhouse with skylights, a gas fireplace and a walk-out basement. Built in 1992 in the Woodside Townhomes development in the Normanskill neighborhood, it has 1,529 square feet of living space, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The layout of the two-story home allows for one-floor living with a

the Normanskill neighborhood, it has 1,529 square feet of living space, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The layout of the two-story home allows for one-floor living with a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. The second floor has a loft style, open to the living room below. There is a family room in the basement and a one-car garage. Albany schools, New Scotland Elementary.

$7,335. List price: $240,000. Contact listing agent Elizabeth Madison with Monticello

at 845-825-2979 or elizabeth@monticellonys.com.

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Woodside Townhomes

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Inflation

Regarding “Inflation” why do journalists, politicians and financial analysts rarely tell the truth that “inflation” is an increase in the supply of money and credit created by government? It is this expansion that causes rising prices.

According to the Federal Reserve, the M1 money supply (money in circulation plus checking accounts) increased from $3.99 trillion in January 2020 to $20.58 trillion in January 2022. Nearly all resulted from the federal government printing and spending dollars. A fraction came from people exiting M2 (savings accounts, time deposits) and various investments to cope with inflated prices.

Prior to 1933 our currency was backed by gold and redeemable in gold, thus preventing the government from over printing dollars. Thereafter, the U.S. Treasury and the privately-owned Federal Reserve Bank began issuing completely un-backed “fiat” dollars, thereby devaluing every existing dollar.

Flooding the nation with fiat dollars explains why prices are skyrocketing and our national debt increased from $17.2 trillion to $31.1 trillion since January 2020. At www.USdebtClock.org you can watch the national debt (and NYS debt) increase faster than you can read the numbers.

Federal budget deficits total $1 trillion annually, all added to the national debt. Annual interest on the national debt totals $446 billion, the fourth largest budget item.

The solution to this dead hand of government is to stop printing fiat dollars, return to the gold standard, audit the Fed, and slash spending, taxes, regulations, and debt to unleash the free market and grow us out of this suicidal path to destruction.

Robert Dufresne, Rensselaer

A Friendship

Let me tell you about a friendship that started when president Richard Nixon was in office and I was 12 years old. I visited the Sycaway Bike Shop frequently and was always impressed with the rows of bicycles for sale and repair. In its day it was the largest retailer of sales and services of bicycles in the capital district that Dennis Bailey had inherited from his dad Walter. Also at that time Dennis was branching out to start repairing lawn mowers, small engines & snow blowers and had a good amount of staff both part time and full to handle the flow of sales & repairs. On one of my visits there I began to show him my mechanical ability and soon would become proficient in the repair and assembly of bicycles under Dennis’s guidance.

For many years we worked nights and Saturdays and I was always amazed by the volume of many happy customers we served. Then Ronald Reagan took office and I was married & I had a full time job but still worked for Dennis for many more years part time. By the Mid 90’s and the advent of department stores taking a bigger share of bicycles sales Sycaway Bike still remained strong in bicycle repair and an even larger reliance on lawn mowers, small engines & snow blowers.

By the time George W. Bush took office near 2004, I was bringing my second daughter through Brunswick Girls Softball at their T Ball program with me as their manager and asked Dennis if would sponsor us for that team that year and he gladly said yes. Dennis is always a giving man.  At that time I had only been with the Brunswick girls softball league as a coach since 1997. Also in 2004 the sponsors were to receive a plaque acknowledging their dedication to the program. Needless to say that never happened. Many more years passed and that same T-baller I brought into the program in 2004 became the major league division winning pitcher for 2014 & 2015 and I was Treasurer in those final years of being in the league. By 2016 Dennis had sold off most of the new bikes & supplies and stopped performing repairs recommending other local repair shops but continued with small engine repair. Currently I am 60 and Dennis in his

70’s is still working on small engine repairs but because of health concerns cannot work on riding mowers.

So in September I decided to honor Mr. Bailey by making him a plaque that was long overdue, It reads: “Dedicated to Dennis Bailey of Sycaway Bicycle for sponsorship to Brunswick Girls Softball 2004”. The dedication came complete with my daughters tee shirt bearing Sycaway Bike on Front and number 9 on back. We both have seen a lot of changes over the years but

We Really Know Nothing About State Judicial Candidates

We hear about their time in the Rotary Club, or as Girl Scout Leaders. Perhaps we hear about drug diversion or youthful offender programs in the courts. The candidates tell us about their husbands, wives, and kids. We’re told generically about how “experienced and fair” they are…

But we’re kept from knowing whether the judges really stand up for the rights of New Yorkers. This is especially true for courts with jurisdiction over criminal matters. Many New York judges appear to bend over backward in protecting the rights of those on trial – often well beyond what constitutional standards require. Consequently, the collateral rights of innocent crime victims are effectively pushed aside.

Come election time, we’d like to know if a judge - while being fair and impartial - is still tough on crime, and on the defendants who are on trial. Anyone who thinks judges do not and cannot influence the outcome of a trial because of inherent bias is very naïve.

There are a number of reasons why New York exemplifies the highest standard in the nation, in terms of being soft on crime and soft on criminals. The laws and our liberal legislators, who ensure criminals are viewed as societal victims instead of perpetrators, are certainly at the forefront. But judges at the trial-level also have a tremendous effect on criminal trials, by way of their influence on a jury, decisions on trial motions, evidence admission and testimony, and many other procedural and substantive factors.

Judicial candidates in the election season appear to be constrained by the courts from saying anything substantive about their views and their record, via regulations like the Campaign Ethics Handbook. In theory, this promotes the integrity and impartiality of the judges. In practice, however, it’s a convenient way to hide a candidate‘s performance and judicial philosophy - attributes that should be more important to voters than the wide smiles on campaign posters.

Frank Coppa, East Greenbush

Vote for the Congressman You Deserve

In November, voters here in Rensselaer County have the opportunity to make history by electing Matt Castelli to replace Elise Stefanik in the 21st Congressional District. The race is very, very close and the election will depend on you deciding what you deserve from your representative in Congress.

If you think you deserve a congressman who will spend his time in your district and not at Mar-a-Lago, VOTE FOR MATT CASTELLI.

If you think you deserve a congressman who tells you the truth about the 2020 election, VOTE FOR MATT CASTELLI.

If you think you deserve a congressman who will not allow a mob attack on our national capital, VOTE FOR MATT CASTELLI.

If you think you deserve a congressman whose campaign is funded by voters in our district and not by unidentified corporate money, VOTE FOR MATT CASTELLI.

If you think you deserve a congressman who can produce more for our district than the renaming of a post office, VOTE FOR MATT CASTELLI.

But, most important, if you think you deserve a congressman who will work to promote decency and compromise and progress and not extremism, conflict and violence, VOTE FOR MATT CASTELLI. Matt is a former CIA employee who has spent months meeting the people of the21st Congressional District. He created the Moderate Party, to show his independence.

Elise has allied herself with the extreme politics of our former president and continues to promote his lies, his greed and his disrespect for our Constitution.

What you deserve?

Bob Crowley, Poestenkill

if there’s one thing to take away from this friendship is if you treat people right and with respect & dignity, not only will you get repeat

business but you will also have lasting friendships like we have! Author wishes not to be acknowledged

Rensselaer Plateau Alliance members had discussed in the past that the swamp, which is the

headwaters of a stream that flows into the environmental group’s Albert Family Forest in neighboring Nassau, should be renamed.

“It’s derogatory,” Fred McCagg, alliance vice president and Nassau town highway superintendent, said Friday.

McCagg said he was un-

aware of the change to the name Black Swamp. The swamp is small, he said, but its waters make their way downstream eventually reaching the Kinderhook Creek and then the Hudson River.

The swamp is located in what was originally the homelands of the Stockbridge-Munsee Community Band of Mohican Indians, now headquartered in Wisconsin. The Mohicans’ have worked in Massachusetts to rename place names containing the word and to re-establish a presence in eastern New York.

STEFANIK

CONTINUED FROM 1 ties in the 2018 crash, as a confidential informant in counter-terrorism cases.

The congresswoman has been especially critical of the FBI in the months since agents executed a search warrant at MarA-Lago, the Florida home and resort owned by former President Donald J. Trump.

She said it infuriates Democrats to see McLaughlin’s success in cutting taxes and governing the county. McLaughlin proposed his fifth straight county budget with a county property tax cut last week.

“I fully support her and she supports me,” McLaughlin said..

Asked if she would debate her Democratic opponent, Matt Castelli, Stefanik said her campaign is working with “community groups” to schedule a debate.

Castelli has accused the incumbent of ducking debate invitations from numerous media organizations in the district — including Mountain Lake PBS, WWNY in Water-

town, WTEN in Albany and WPTZ in Plattsburgh.

A spokewoman for his campaign said they have not heard from any community groups about holding a debate.

Stefanik, who last year won the No. 3 position in the House GOP leadership following the ouster of Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, said her conference plans to investigate the COVID-19 deaths of elderly residents in New York as well as Michigan, Pennsylvania and New Jersey — other states with Democratic governors — if they retake the majority next month.

‘We will not hesitate to follow the facts wherever they lead and really uncover the important data, the decision-making process and the absolute corruption that the numbers were withheld at Gov. Cuomo’s demand so that he could negotiate a higher book deal, a multi-million-dollar book deal,” Stefanik said, referring to the former governor’s book “American Crisis,” which earned him an advance of more than $5 million.

“Meanwhile over 15,000 seniors lost their lives, and their loved ones are still mourning those losses,” Stefanik said.

Staying on Track

Saturday, October 29: 1pm - 2:30pm

This beginner navigation class will build your skills using a compass and trail map and cover methods of finding your way when you are without traditional tools.

Feel more comfortable hiking in the woods and exploring new areas. Know what you would do if you ever find yourself confused in the forest. For families and youth aged 10 and up. Preregistration required. $5 per participant.

Nassau Free Library Harvest Fest

The Friends of the Nassau Free Library invite you to our annual Harvest Fest and Frozen pie sale Saturday, November 12 , 2022 at the Chandler Young VFW, Lyons Lake Road, Nassau, NY.

Pick up your pre-ordered frozen pies, purchase baked goods, Jewelry, knitwear, Alpaca products and other crafts. This event will also include cider (for a small donation). Doors open 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The frozen pies this year are; Apple (10” & 6”), Cherry (10”), Blueberry (10”), Strawberry Rhubarb (10”) and Very Berry (10”), prices vary.

These can only be pre-ordered and pre-paid at the library, through Friends members or by email friends@nassaufreellibrary.org or by mailing an order form from the library web site: www. nassaufreelibrary.org.

Checks should be made out to: Friends of the Nassau Free Library. Enjoy the wonderful smells of baking pies in your home for the holidays.

Funds raised support the Nassau Free Library. Come celebrate the Harvest and support your library! Call 518-766-2715

Events at Castleton Public Library, 10/30-11/5

CPL is located at 85 S. Main St., Castleton, NY. All events are free. Questions? Call 518-732-0879.

Events & Take-Home Kit:

Take & Make Craft: Thanksgiving Crafts - Pick up anytime from Monday, 10/31 through Saturday, 11/26. Get ready for Thanksgiving with cool crafts you can make at home!

Pajama StorytimeTues., 11/1, 6:00pm - Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! For ages birth to 8 years.

Learn & Play Storytime - Thurs., 11/3, 10:30am - Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills! Please bring a blanket for your family to sit on.

Write a Letter for Operation GratitudeShow your support for members of our military - write a letter to deployed troops, veterans, new recruits, first responders, or wounded warriors. All ages are welcome to participate. Find guidelines and templates online or pick them up at the library. Drop off your letter anytime during the month of November!

Kids’ Book Bingo - Wed., 11/2, 6:00pm - Come play bingo at the library with our special book-themed bingo set. Recommended for ages 7-12. Winners will receive a small prize.

Bridge - Fri., 11/4, 10:30am - Come play bridge with us! Geared towards beginners and players who need a refresher.

Bingo Players

Needed

We are currently looking for bingo players for a possible restart of our bingo at Brunswick, New York elks Lodge on Route 2, These bingos would run on Sundays at 1:00 p.m. with the doors opening at 11:30 a.m.

If you’re interested in attending such a bingo please call Jeff or Mary Beth at 518-728-1795 my email is jeffrey keegan11@ gmail.com

LOST PETS

MISSING CAT Disappeared on 7/12/2022 from Millers Corners Rd, East Greenbush. “Beyoncé,” a young calico cat, has a constant tremor that

ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL Siena Grad. 25+ yrs exp. No job too small. (518) 475-8782. www.accountingdave.com

ALWAYS BEST PAINTING Int/ext. painting. Plaster & sheet- rock, wallpaper, wood staining and refinishing. 25 yrs exp. free est. Ins. Hire a Crafts man. (518) 424-5812

Antiques, vinyl records, comic books, old signs, instruments, toys, coins watches, new/old stock items etc 518-801-4673

APPLIANCE REPAIR Washers, dryers, fridge, ranges, etc. Prompt-guaranteed repairs. Mike Horowitz (518) 477-8378

$$CA$H$$ FOR JUNK CARS $100-$1000. FREE PICKUP (518) 914-8633

Free removal. Call or text for a free quote! (518) 779-5497

DOGS

LEGAL NOTICES

Broadway RED LLC Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: Broadway RED LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 11, 2022. Office Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against is may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 156 Broadway Rensselaer, NY 12144: Any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Name: 32 Clearview Rd, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/ 7/2022.

Office Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to Shane Cahill, PO Box 51, Poestenkill, NY 12140. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.”

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: The Greater Goods LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/ 08/22. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 13 Circle Drive Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033. Purpose: For any law ful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: RENOVATE RENSSELAER 4 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 26, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 19 Holly Hill Road, Averill Park, NY 12018. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: RENOVATE RENSSELAER 3 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 22, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 19 Holly Hill Road, Averill Park, NY 12018. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Take notice of the formation of CHRISSY’S CRAVINGS LLC. The Articles of Organization filed with the NY Department of State (DOS) on February 4, 2016. The county, within this state, in which the office of the LLC is to be located is Rensselaer. DOS is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. DOS shall mail service of process to the company at PO Box 46, Valley Falls, New York 12185. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Sankofa Property And Home Improvement LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/01/2022.

Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 66 Oakwood Avenue, Apt B, Troy, NY 12180. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Romano Rentals LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/13/2022.

Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to The LLC 21 Brinker Drive-South, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: MICH & RAFF LAND LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on September 23, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to c/o Leigh A. Hoffman, Esq., Lippes Mathias LLP, 54 State Street, Suite 1001, Albany, New York 12207.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Harris NMT Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/4/2022. Office location: 131 Abbey Rd, Poestenkill, NY 12140 (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 131 Abbey Rd. Poestenkill, NY 12140. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC)

The name of the LLC s “Chavin Equestrian Center, LLC”. The Articles of Organi zation were filed on September 22, 2022. The office of the LLC is to be located in Rensselaer County. The Secretary of State is the designated agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served.

The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process is 203 School house Road, Nassau, NY 12123.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Articles of Organization of Lanys T’vyl Properties, LLC (“LLC”) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on September 23, 2022, effective on the date of filing.

Office Location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 2965 River Road, Melrose, New York 12121, which shall be the principal business location. The purpose for which the LLC is formed is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the NYS Limited Liability Company Law.

North Greenbush

Public Library Updates

When witches start flying and ghosts come out of hiding, you know it’s time for the library’s second annual Halloween Hullaballoo, this Saturday, October 29 from 11 AM to 1 PM on the library lawn, including face painting, games, and arts and crafts.

Join us for a short Halloween-themed outdoor storytime at 10:30 AM. Costumes are welcome but not required.

Outdoor Storytime continues into November every Tuesday morning at 11 AM on the library lawn. Don’t miss it!

Keep up-to-date with library plans by attending the NGPL Board of Trustees monthly meeting today, Thursday, October 27 at 7 PM, in the meeting room at Eastwyck Villlage, 1 Eastwyck Circle (just off Best Road).

Library hours are Monday-Friday, 10 AM-7 PM; Saturday, 10 AM-2 PM. Call the library for information at 518-283-0303.

MOBILE HOMES

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC)

Name: Magee Stables LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 21, 2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to The LLC 9 Eagle Ridge Drive, Troy, New York 12180. Purpose: Any lawful business purpose.

Notice of Formation of VANDENBRIEL BUILDERS LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 03/ 28/2022. Office location: RENSSELAER County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: BEN VANDENBRIEL, 1 SEAMAN AVE., CASTLETON NY 12033. Purpose: any lawful activity.

Notice of Formation of WORLDWYNNE ENTERPRISES LLC

Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/9/2022. Office location: Rensselaer County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 8 Orchard Street, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

PARADE

VIRIDIAN LLC Name of the Limited Liability Company is VIRIDIAN LLC articles of organization of the LLC filed with Secretary of State (SSNY) on June 24 2020, purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity, the office in Rensselaer County, the street address of the principal business location is 2900 Fifth Ave, Troy, NY 12180, SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served, address to which the SSNY shall mail process to is VIRIDIAN LLC 2900 Fifth Ave, Troy, NY 12180.

LAWN CARE BIDS

The Castleton Cemetery Association is seeking bids from local lawn care providers for 2023. This is for Mountain View Cemetery on Scott Avenue in the Village of Castleton, as well as Horizon View Cemetery on Brookview Station Road in the Town of Schodack (next to Windy Hill Orchard).

Please contact Jayne Robinson for copy of "Contractor Scope of Work" to bid: Robin680@aol com via e-mail, Jayne Prince Robinson via Messenger 518-732-4284 (leave a message)

Committee.

Don’t Let Hackers Ruin Your Holidays

Just in time for the holiday season, Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Digital Literacy Educator, Delia Hubbard, will be leading a free presentation about safe online shopping at the Poestenkill Library! Attendees will learn how to identify encrypted websites, create difficult-to-hack passwords, and identify phishing emails. Other topics to be covered include online payment options, and what to do if you do experience unauthorized charges.

Come out and learn how to shop safely online - Thursday, November 3rd, from 2:00 - 3:00. Registration is not required, but would be greatly appreciated. You can call the library at 518-283-3721 to register.

Sand Lake Town Library Events

LEGO Tuesdays, 3:30 – 6pm. Drop in, bring a friend, get creative. We have lots of LEGOs to design with.

Family Storytime –Wednesdays at 11am. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts & fun while learning pre-literacy skills. All ages – no registration needed.

Book Club, November 2, 7pm – Discussing The Agitators: Three Friends who Fought for Abolition and Women’s Rights by Dorothy Wickenden. December’s book is “West with Giraffes” by Lynda Rutledge.

Rodin Discovery –Monday, November 7 at 7 pm hear from Mallory Mortillaro about her discovery of a lost Rodin masterpiece. Sign up for the online presentation at bit.ly/UHLSRodin or join us at the library for a group viewing.

SLT Library Closed Friday, November 11 for Veterans Day.

Art Exhibit – Friday, October 28 is the last day to view the East Bank Arts exhibit. Starting on November 1, stop by to see the work of photographer Justin Morin on display during the months of November and December Museum passes to The Clark, USS Slater, MASS MoCA, Albany Institute of History & Art, and Hancock Shaker Village are available for loan, as are wi-fi hotspots. Study and meeting space also available.

Located at 8428 Miller Hill Road, Averill Park. Hours: M-TH 11 – 8; F 11 –4; Sat 10 – 2. Call 518-6745050 with questions.

Best Armenian Food Bazaar

Holy Cross Armenian Apostolic Church is having their Fall Food Bazaar at

255 Spring Avenue, Troy, on Saturday, November 19 and Sunday, November 20, from 12pm to 4pm both days. Delicious Dolma (Stuffed Peppers) and beef Kebab dinners will be available for takeout ONLY.

Pre-orders for Lahmejune (Armenian meat pie) can be placed by calling the church at 518-274-1477. A variety of Armenian appetizers and pastries will also be offered in handy take-out containers. Stock up for the Holidays at the Best Armenian Food Bazaar!

Zion’s UCC of Taborton Holiday Bazaar

Join us from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, November 12th for our annual holiday bazaar at 741 Taborton Road, Sand Lake, for many of your holiday needs, including holiday

décor & gifts, Christmas wrapping paper, cards, and supplies.

Visit our baked goods table, children’s craft table and enjoy our homemade soups, sandwiches, hotdogs, and slice of apple pie for lunch. Whole apple pies are available to take home. Raffle items include gift certificates to local businesses.

Gilead’s Body and Soul Pantry, October 27, 2022

We are once again back to our 3:00-6:00 PM hours. I know many of you are also happy to hear that we are serving dinners back in the Fellowship Hall. We will continue to do so as long as the covid threat is low.

This month we will be serving roast loin of pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, and butternut squash. Dessert will be apple crisp, which we know everyone loves.

Everyone knows where we are located but I will give the information for those people who may be visiting us for the first time.

We are located in the Fellowship Hall of Gilead Lutheran Church. You will find church at the intersection of Routes 7 & 278 in Center Brunswick.

Election Day Soup Sale

The Women’s Guild of St. Michael the Archangel Parish delicious Election Day Soup Sale is back on November 8, 2022 . The

sale starts at 9:00 AM until their sold out so come early and enjoy their offerings.

The sale is held at St Michael’s, 175 Williams Road, in the gathering area.

The Guild offers many flavorful soups including Cream of Broccoli, Loaded Potato Soup, Beef Chili, Beef Barley, Turkey Chili, Pasta Faggioli, Tomato, Clam Chowder, Chicken Vegetable, Butternut Squash and Minestrone. The cost is $7.00/container with crackers and cookie included.

Walk ins welcome and if you would like to pre order please call Caroline at (518) 273-2836. All preorders must be picked up by 12:00PM.

Latham-Colonie Columbiettes November Breakfast Buffet

The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are hosting a Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, November 13th, 2022 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110.

Menu includes; Scrambled Eggs, an Omelet Station, Home Fries, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon and Sausage, Pancakes and French Toast served w/ Warm syrup, A Variety of Cereals and Juices, Bananas and Hot Tea, Coffee or Hot Chocolate.

*$12 Adults, $6 Children (5-10) and under 5 Free! www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinners&events

American Steamship Heritage with Marvin Bubie

WHEN: December 3, 2022 at 2pm @ East Greenbush Community Library (518-477-7476 or eglibrary.org) REGISTER: https://eastgreenbushlibrary.librarymarket.com/ american-steamship-heritage-marvin-bubie Ever wonder what the seals we see every day on police cars, fire trucks and town halls mean?

Local author, Marvin Bubie, will give a presentation that illustrates America’s steamship heritage by the cities and towns municipal seals they have adopted. Learn more about steamships, Robert Fulton, and the Erie Canal and how they are referenced in these seals.

F.D.R. Talk with Jeffrey Urbin

WHEN: November 22, 2022 at 1pm @ East Greenbush Community Library (518-477-7476 or eglibrary.org) REGISTER: https://eastgreenbushlibrary.librarymarket.com/ fdr-talk-jeffrey-urbin

The round up and relocation of 120,000 Americans of Japanese ancestry in the wake of the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941 at Pearl Harbor is one of the darkest blemishes on the Roosevelt record.

Many Americans saw danger in every corner. This presentation explores the intent and consequences of Roosevelt’s Executive Order 9066.

Our guest speaker, Jeffrey Urbin is the Education Specialist and Director of the Pare Lorentz Film Center at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park, New York.

This is a “hybrid” event. The community is welcome to attend in the library or from home on Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent out before the event.

Tuesday Treks

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Every Tuesday

Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in October to explore the wilds of Dyken Pond Center. Each week we’ll discover new ground and nature.

Hikes will be cancelled in bad weather. Pre-registration required. This program is for adults and older teens.

Bowlers Wanted

The Men’s Senior League (60+) is looking for new bowlers to join our league for the 202223 season. This is a fun league - amateurs and pros are all welcome!

We bowl on Fridays at 12:30 pm with practice at 12:15 at the East Greenbush Bowling Center located at 570 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061.

If interested, please call Mitch Walsh at 518-8479116, or show up ready to to roll at the Bowling Cnter.