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Performing arts troupe to bring a taste of China to Plattsburgh for new year

Local WWii vet received rare honor ribbon.

By Pete DeMola pete@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ While the holidays may be in the rearview for most North Country residents, for a fifth of the worldÕ s population, the new yearÕ s clock wonÕ t click over until midnight on Saturday, Feb. 1 with the Spring Festival, known more commonly in the West as Ò Chinese New Year,Ó a dazzling halfmonth celebration that sees much of East Asia grind to a halt as families assemble to CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

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Actor Liu Chunnuan performs with the Confucius Institute of Chinese Opera (CICO), a Binghamton University-based nonproﬁt organization designed to spread Chinese culture and good tidings throughout the world. The group will hold a performance, “Amazing China,” in the E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium in Hawkins Hall at SUNY Plattsburgh at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1. Photo by Jinghao Li

Local officials discuss governor’s proposals By Shawn Ryan

PLATTSBURGH Ñ Local business leaders and politicians met recently at Lakeside Container Corp. on the former air base to laud proposals by Gov. Andrew Cuomo in his state of the state address, and urge the state legislature to pass the proposals. Garry Douglas, North Country Chamber of Commerce President, opened by chronicling Ò business as usualÓ dysfunction in New YorkÕ s capital. That business as usual approach of raising taxes, and pretending to pay for reform with gimmicks and fees, has changed with this governor, he said. Cuomo, he said, set out to put the state’s fiscal house in order. Now that that is largely accomplished, he can change his focus to tax reform and proposals to attract new businesses to the state, while keeping established businesses from leaving. Ò We have an opportunity to take an enormous next step in the legislature in this session if we can convince the legislature, and I think we can, to embrace particularly the tax relief proposals now that the basic fiscal situation in the state is sound,” said Douglas. Ò The state has held to a cap of no more than two percent spending increases in state spending for three, and I have every reason to believe it will be four, years in a row.Ó

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Plattsburgh Mayor Jim Calnon was one of several business and political leaders to address a small crowd at Lakeside Container Corp., to push for adoption of proposals found in Governor Cuomo’s state of the state address.

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Plattsburgh man one of only 249 to receive Legion of Honor ribbon

Napoleon Light, proudly wearing the Legion of Honor ribbon, which was awarded by the French government in 2012 as a survivor of the liberation of France in World War II. Light is one of only 249 Americans to be honored with the award, the highest civilian honor the French can award. In November of 2012 Light was awarded the Legion of Honor by the government of France as a survivor of the liberation of France. The Legion of Honor is the highest honor France can bestow on a civilian. Light is one of only 249 Americans to ever have received the award.

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ter for the Arts. “Our first year was such a success and we made a good name for the organization and started to bring some real attention to our downtown,Ó said Leigh Simonette, First WeekendsÕ Vice President. Ò This year weÕ re looking to do more of the same. We have an engaged board, a great organization, and this event will allow us to continue these efforts.Ó Local businesses are starting to see an economic impact from First Weekends. “They did it exactly right,” said Plattsburgh Mayor Jim Calnon in a recent interview, of First WeekendÕ s inaugural season. Ò They bit off what they could chew. They did a good a good job of delivering the products they delivered.Ó Ò Irises is a staple business in our historic district and we are very excited to partner with them. Carol and her staff have been supportive from day one and they continue to show that ongoing support. ItÕ s inspiring and makes me proud of what Plattsburgh is becoming,Ó said Simonette. First Weekends is currently planning the 2014 year and will be holding future fundraising events the first weekend of each month throughout the winter. Mail in donations can be sent to First Weekends, 162 Margaret St., Plattsburgh, NY 12901.

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PLATTSBURGH — After a successful first year, First Weekends in Plattsburgh is setting its focus on the upcoming summer, and is fund-raising so they can finance these efforts. On Feb. 7 they will be hosting a Ò Guest BartenderÓ event at Irises Wine Company, 20 Ð 22 City Hall Place, from 5 to 8 p.m. Ward 6 Counselor Joshua Krester will be tending bar, and all proceeds from tips will go to First Weekends. This is the second Guest Bartended event First Weekends has held. On January 3 Lowell Wurster of the band Lucid tended bar at the Champlain Wine Company, and raised just under $1,000 for First weekends. Ò Our last year was very successful,Ó said First Weekends President Tim McCormick. “As a new organization just starting, weÕ re extremely proud of the attention weÕ ve been able to attract to our Downtown. WeÕ re happy to contribute to the many exciting events that Plattsburgh has to offer and these fundraising events help is do that.Ó First Weekends is a non-for-profit, whose goal is to enhance the economic and cultural vitality of downtown Plattsburgh. In 2013 they brought in countless musicians, artists, museum displays and other free attractions to the downtown on the first weekend of every month. Their 2013 culminated with a Christmas tree lighting on the lawn of the North Country Cultural Cen-

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PLATTSBURGH Ñ Napoleon Light went to Europe, he says, by rail Ñ hugging the rail of one of the three transport ships that brought 15,000 American soldiers to England to prepare for DDay, wracked by sea-sickness. But fortunately for Light he wasnÕ t a sailor, he was a soldier, and he was bound for solid ground in Europe. After training for months in England, Light boarded another ship at South Hampton, this time bound for a departure point off of Omaha Beach. He went ashore on Omaha Beach on D+3, or three days after the initial D Day invasion on June 6, 1944. He would spend the rest of the war slogging his way through Europe with the 30th Infantry, known as Old Hickory. Ò I was scared, but I wasnÕ t alone,Ó Light said. Ò We knew where we were going. We were ready for combat. We had trained for it, but we werenÕ t anxious for the trip across.Ó Omaha Beach was still very much a war zone when Light came ashore. Artillery bombings and strafing by German Messerschmitts were a constant companion as the 30th began the slow drive through the European highlands. When they made it far enough inland, Light said, the famous French hedge-rows offered a small measure of safety from the incoming onslaught. Even so, Light got very proficient at diving into shallow slit trenches when the roaring of the Messerschmitts appeared overhead. Ò We were glad to get behind those hedge-rows and dig in, because we were pretty safe from incoming shells and machinegun fire. I remember a strafing in Normandy by a couple of Messerschmitts. It’s lucky we were able to get down behind them because they were really giving us heck.Ó On July 15 Allied armies broke through German lines at St. Lo, and LightÕ s division was sent north into Belgium. Another part of his Division turned south and took part in the liberation of Paris. In Belgium they fought against fierce German resistance, ultimately pushing the Germans back to the purportedly impregnable Siegfried Line. Once they passed the Siegfried Line, Light and the 30th fought their way into Germany, crossing the Rhine River and eventually pushing the Germans in front of them over the Elbe River at the city of Magdeburg. Ò We moved all the way from the Rhine to the Elbe River, 35 miles west of Berlin. By agreement thatÕ s where the two armies agreed to meet,Ó said Light. Ò They (the Russian

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army) were on one side of the river and we were on the other.Ó Light eventually was assigned to a security detail for American Generals, providing perimeter protection night and day. This is where Light was in May 1945 when the war in Europe ended, after 18 months of foreign service. Light and Old Hickory were credited with five separate campaigns in Europe. He shipped back to the United States in August with orders to ship to the Pacific Theater. While he was on the ship crossing back across the Atlantic, the war ended. A sergeant during the European campaign, Light was awarded his staff sergeant rocker on the transport back. Of five Plattsburgh men who were part of the 15,000 who shipped across with Light, he says he was the only the fifth who Ò came back whole.Ó Three were killed and are buried in Normandy, and one came back with serious wounds. When he returned from the war, Light quietly slipped back into civilian life like so many World War II veterans did. He attended Champlain College, now Clinton Community College, on the G.I. Bill and ended up with a degree in accounting. He got a job working for the IRS as an accountant, which he did for 27 years before retiring. When he wasnÕ t crunching numbers, Light spent his time as a drummer in local swing bands. He only put down the sticks three years ago, at the age of 88. He still keeps a set of practice pads close at hand under a blanket in his shop. Though his award case was already stuffed with ribbons and awards, including a Presidential Unit Citation and three citations for campaigns in Europe, there was room for one more honor.

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Cold weather warms hearts this winter in Plattsburgh Month long event series aims to keep kids busy through winter break By Pete DeMola

pete@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ As the region braces for another cold snap, local residents are gearing up for a flurry of activity with Snowball 2014, a family-friendly event series designed to keep the public engaged throughout the month of February. The event series, now in its second year, is organized by a collective of 24 groups across Plattsburgh in conjunction with local non-profits, non-governmental organizations and private support. Ò WeÕ re happy to offer a series of social, recreational, cultural and educational events every day of the month,Ó said chief organizer Amy Bonn. Ò ItÕ s just plain fun for kids of all ages and weÕ re going to try to keep everything free or at least as low-cost as possible.Ó Bonn said that itÕ s important to keep kids busy during the upcoming winter break and applauds local groups for getting involved in the community: Ò It really demonstrates their commitment to keeping our kids engaged and healthy,Ó she said. Notable events include an adventure course on Saturday, Feb. 8 (Ò ItÕ s amazing to see kids running around in subzero temperatures on a wildly-creative course!Ó said Bonn), a fundraising charity roller derby “jam” by local all-female outfit the Lumberjills on Saturday, Feb. 22 (Ò ItÕ s a blast Ñ they do so much for the community!Ó ) and the Heritage Interview Series by the Clinton County Historical Association (CCHA) designed to immortalize local voices and wintertime traditions starting on Saturday, Feb. 8. Ò We invite all families to come in to talk about their winter traditions,Ó said Clinton County Historical Association Director Melissa Peck. “We hope to document all of the things that happen here in Clinton County from a personal perspective, like Ô little-knownÕ facts that everyone knows but arenÕ t on record.Ó Peck said hot topics include longstanding traditions, winter activities, meals and other remembrances of winters passed. All interviews will be recorded and added to the CCHAÕ s permanent collection, with participants receiving a copy at a later date. Families are encouraged to pre-register for the six 30-minute slots that will be available each weekend. For the complete Snowball 2014 event schedule, visit mountainlake.org/snowball and look for event profiles, interviews and more throughout the month of February in the North Countryman and the Burgh.

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Saturday, Feb. 1: Science Saturday (Champlain Valley Transportation Museum) The public is encouraged to make a snow rocket and see their creations take ﬂight. Free and open to the public, registration required. call 566-7575 to register for one of the 25 spots: 12:30pm.

Saturday, Feb. 8: Clinton County Family Heritage Interview Series (Clinton County Historical Association) Families are encouraged to discuss their family’s seasonal traditions and pastimes for the county’s historical archives: 10am.

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Ò Harriet Tells It Like It IsÓ (Strand Theatre) Travel back in time and journey north on the Underground Railroad with Harriet Tubman in this special theatrical performance depicting the life of the activist hero: 12:30pm.

Saturday, Feb. 8: Winter Adventure Races (Champlain Valley Transportation Museum) Watch kids run, jump and play in this adventure course hosted by the Clinton County Youth Bureau and the Plattsburgh Parks and Recreation Department: 2pm.

Friday, Feb. 7: Wee People Gym Play Group (Plattsburgh City Gym & Recreation Center) Gym play for kids up to ﬁve. Running, jumping, climbing, kicking, twirling and riding are provided in the Bounce House, on the tricycles, on the climbing equipment, in the pop-up village and in ball pits: 10am.

Sunday, Feb. 9: Second Sunday Family Arts: North Country Cultural Center for the Arts Spend a creative afternoon making a special winter-themed art project: 1pm.

Money available for new town of Plattsburgh businesses By Shawn Ryan

shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ The Town of Plattsburgh Local Development Corp. has money to loan, and is looking for start-up or expanding businesses to loan it to. The non-profit company, which has been in existence since 2005 and is separate from the town, offers low-interest loans to businesses in the Town of Plattsburgh, based on the number of jobs they are forecast to create. They also operate as a clearinghouse for grants from other groups which will be paid out through the Corporation. Since their inception, they have given out Ò not nearly enoughÓ money, according to LDC president Tim McCormick. McCormick hopes to raise awareness of the LDC, so that people thinking of starting or expanding a small business in the town know that there is money available to them, regardless of if they have had problems getting financing in the past. Ò We can loan up to $15,000 per each low to moderate income job created,” said McCormick. Ò DonÕ t be afraid of your credit score, because we can work around it.Ó

Those jobs created apply to the owner of the business as well as employees. While the LDCÕ s maximum loan amount is $30,000, through a partnership with the Adirondack Economic Development Corporation, they are able to exceed that amount for some companies.

Ò The hope is that theyÕ ll open a business and hire people,” said McCormick. For more information about the LDC, go to http://townofplattsburgh.com/ local-development-corp.html, or contact LDC CEO Philip Correll at philipc@ townofplattsburgh.org.

DEC camper scholarships available The Lake Champlain Chapter of Trout Unlimited will again provide scholarships for interested young men and women 12 to 17 years old to attend DECÕ s popular summer camp program. The camps, located at Camp Colby, Pack Forest, DeBruce and Rushford provide a great opportunity to learn more about the environment and have fun in the summer. Campers enjoy a week of summer fun and conservation education conducted by DEC’s well-qualified counselors. The scholarships pay all costs to attend. Parents provide transportation to and from the camps for the one-week sessions which are conducted in July and August. The scholarships are a memorial to Sam Thuesen and Dennis Aprill, outstanding educators, leaders and anglers who devoted their lives to the North Country, and use funds provided by Trout Unlimited and the Siberian Rod and Gun Club. To apply, send a one-page letter telling why you want to go to camp. Submit the letter to Gretchen Comfort, 749 Norristown Road, Schuyler Falls NY 12985 by March 31, 2014. The scholarships are limited to first-time attendees only. Include age, school, and phone number/email address. These scholarships are limited; so donÕ t wait to apply for this great summer adventure. For more information for campers and parents, go to www.dec.ny.gov.education or Google Ò DEC Summer Camps.Ó

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ALTONA Holy Angels Church - Main Street, Altona. Mass - 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m. Sunday CADYVILLE St. James’ Church 26 Church Rd., Cadyville. 293-7026. Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m., Sunday Masses: 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Daily Mass Mon.-Fri.: CHAMPLAIN Living Water Baptist Church 9 Locust St., corner of Main and Locust, Champlain. Sunday School at 9 a.m. Service at 10 a.m. Thursday Bible Study at 7 p.m. includes activities for children. Phone: 298-4358 Three Steeples United Methodist Church - 491 Route 11, Champlain. 298-8655 or 298-5522. Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School at same time (Sept. thru June). Steve Loan, Pastor. steeples3@ primelink1.net

St. Mary’s Catholic Church - Church Street, Champlain. Anticipated Mass: Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday Mass: 8 a.m. Weekday Masses: Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. Christ & St. John’s Episcopal/ Anglican Church - 18 Butternut Street, Champlain. (518) 298-8543. Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. Patricia A. Beauharnois, Deacon Vicar CHAZY Sacred Heart Church - Box 549, Chazy 12921. (518) 846-7650. Sunday Mass (Ant) 6 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m. Chazy Presbyterian Church - 620 Miner Farm Rd., Chazy. 846-7349 Worship and Sunday School will begin at 11 a.m. Email: chazypres@ westelcom.com DANNEMORA Dannemore United Methodist Church - 86 Clark Street, PO Box 488, Dannemora, NY. Pastors Wendy and Gary Rhodehamel.

Phone: 518-891-9287. Worship and Sunday School -- Sunday 11:00 a.m. tedtrevail@gmail.com ELLENBURG St. Edmund’s Roman Catholic Church - Route 11, Ellenburg. Saturday Anticipated Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday Mass, 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. ELLENBURG CENTER United Methodist Church of Ellenburg - 5 Church St., PO 142, Ellenburg Center, NY 12934 Pastor: Gary Rhodenhamel Phone: 518-8919287 Hours: 9am Service, Sunday Worship & Sunday School ELLENBURG DEPOT Ellenburg Depot Wesleyan Church 2179 Plank Rd., PO Box 177 Ellenburg Depot, NY 12935. Pastor: Robert R. Phillips. Phone: 594-3902. Sunday Family Bible Hour: 9:50 a.m. Sunday Worship Time: 10:50 a.m. ChildrenÕ s Youth Ministries: Call for schedule.

MOOERS St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Maple Street, Mooers. 236-7142. Anticipated Saturday Mass, 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass, 10 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request. Mooers United Methodist Church 14 East St., Located adjacent to old Post Office. Sunday service, 9:30 a.m. Contemporary & traditional music, activities for children, youth and families, 236-7129, pastoral@ twcny.rr.com, www.gbgm-umc.org/ mooersumc Mooers Wesleyan Church - Maple Street, Mooers. Sunday school, 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday Night 7 p.m. (518) 236-5330. MOOERS FORKS St. Ann’s Catholic Church - Route 11, Mooers Forks. Mass: Saturday, 4

p.m.; Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Reconciliation announced special Saturday mornings 10 a.m. & by request. PLATTSBURGH Plattsburgh United Methodist Church - 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. 563-2992. Pastor Phil Richards. Service Sunday 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Nursery available at 10 a.m. Seventh Day Adventist - 4003 Rt. 22, Plattsburgh, 561-3491 - Pastor Livergood Worship Saturday at 11:30 a.m., Pot Luck Dinner after service ROUSES POINT St. Patrick’s Catholic Church - Lake Street, Rouses Point. Anticipated Mass: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.; Weekday Masses: Monday & Tuesday 9 a.m., Communion Service: Wednesday 9 a.m. First Presbyterian Church - 52 Washington Ave., Rouses Point, New York 12979. Telephone 518-297-6529.

Telephone 518-846-7349. Sunday Service 9 a.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m. SCIOTA St. Louis of France Catholic Church - Route 22, Sciota. Mass 4 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. Sunday Sciota United Methodist Church Sunday service 9 a.m. Route 19, Sciota. WEST CHAZY West Chazy Community Church Pastor Marty Martin. 17 East Church St. Fiske Road, West Chazy, NY. Ph. 493-4585. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Tuesday; Youth Group 6:30 p.m. St. Joseph’s Catholic Church - West Church Street, West Chazy. Saturday Vigil Mass, 4 p.m. Sunday Mass 10 a.m. Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. Confessions: Saturday, 3-3:30 p.m.

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Proposal spells three strikes against region

hile we applaud Gov. Andrew CuomoÕ s ongoing efforts to revitalize and open up the North Country through a series of forward-looking proposals and policies, weÕ re skeptical about the trial balloon he floated at the state of the state Address on Tuesday, Jan. 8 that will, if enacted by state lawmakers, suspend driverÕ s licenses for life for motorists found guilty of driving while intoxicated three times in their lifetime. DonÕ t get us wrong: WeÕ re not advocating reckless behavior and our hearts are with those who have lost loved ones as a result of impaired motorists, but we feel such an upgrade to the already-severe state DWI laws would be needlessly punitive, urban-centered and would hog tie the courts and strip them of the autonomy required to adjudicate cases based on extenuating and local circumstances. Punitive. WeÕ d like to think that a clear line of demarcation between youthful indiscretion and lifetime stupidity is drawn after a pair of alcohol-related brushes with the law. WeÕ ve all done ridiculous things in our youth and none of us are the same people that we were a decade ago, much less 25 years ago. Under a Three Strikes law, otherwise law-abiding citizens who made two mistakes during their adolescence Ñ a time when the frontal lobe, the part of the brain that controls decision-making isnÕ t yet fully matured Ñ can have their lives irrevocably remain in pieces a half-century later. Revoking someoneÕ s license later in life after just one more lapse of judgement, say driving a short distance down an unpopulated stretch of rural road while just a sliver over the .08 BAC limit, would be counterproductive and serve no real purpose other than to strip people of their livelihoods Ñ especially if theyÕ re self-employed rural residents who depend on their vehicles to provide for their families. Taking away a personÕ s right to self-determination would only add to the stateÕ s bloated welfare ranks and cripple a population that needs a life preserver Ñ not an anchor. Urban. The governorÕ s proposal sees its roots based in bills put forth to their respective chambers in 2012 by Martin Golden, the state senator and former cop from Brooklyn who sponsored the SAFE Act, and state assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis, a Republican who represents parts of Brooklyn and Staten Island. Both lawmakers represent heavily urban districts that provide a robust blend of highly developed public and private transportation networks, including subway and bus lines, livery and private car services, pedicabs and even rickshaws, that fan out through densely-packed urban neighborhoods that for many residents, offer most, if not all, of their day-to-day needs and are easily navigated by foot or bike should one choose to do so. The North Country, on the other hand, is rural, remote and provides no such networks despite covering an area larger than the state of Rhode Island, making vehicular transport a must, not only for work and rec-

reation, but also for social engagement. A Three Strikes amendment would not only disproportionately affect the wide swath of the state who depend on their vehicle for their daily needs, but would also preemptively punish them for their choice of residence and would drastically limit their recreational choices. It also would kneecap small businesses that depend on alcohol sales to stay afloat and impact healthy social interaction as residents choose to stay put over the risk of venturing out to a local establishment to fend off the long, gloomy winters that have more in common with the classic 1980 Stanley Kubrick film The Shining than the romantic glitz and glamor of the New York metropolitan area where friends, family and fun are just a subway stop away. Hogtied. Stripping local authorities from discretion in handing down sentences is further evidence of an overreaching state apparatus, one that fails to take into account extenuating circumstances, namely those of a local nature. How would the law affect, say, emergency personnel and first responders called away from their homes to assist an elderly resident? How about a sportsman, one who had no intention of going anywhere after an outdoors tipple, speeding a wounded buddy to a medical facility after a potentially fatal interaction with our gorgeous-yet-deadly natural landscape? Or any other circumstance derived from this breathtaking, yet underserved, section of the state? And like with other mandatory minimum sentences Ñ including the federally-imposed requirements imposed upon courts in the mid-1980s to combat the countryÕ s growing crack epidemic that are now starting to be rolled back based on a quarter-century of accrued data Ñ a Three Strikes proposal would put the wrong sort of people out to pasture for too long and would bog down a justice system thatÕ s already mired in superfluous cases. Instead of reducing local judgesÕ autonomy, we should be increasing their discretion and letting them make decisions that represent the best interests of the communities in which they serve Ñ not edicts imposed by faraway strongholds of power that have only the most basic cultural and geographical understanding of the communities which they aim to protect. Again, while weÕ re appreciative of the stateÕ s renewed interest in the North Country and look forward to strengthening the bond with our friends to the south, this proposal spells three strikes against the region and we canÕ t help but feel as if other, more progressive and locally-based efforts can be undertaken to combat the scourge of drunk and impaired driving thus ensuring safe roads, healthy social networks and long-term economic sustainability for the region. ThatÕ s something we can get behind, no seat belt required. Ñ

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and the retraining of the hile discussAmerican workforce to ing job creadapt to the new deation and mands of the technology training at a recent reand the world market. gional workforce investGovernment support ment board meeting, we programs cannot provide were told not to expect a substitute for creating much changing over the new jobs that are necesnext few years until the sary for new tax revenue nation undergoes an adand development of our ministrative change in Dan Alexander community economies. 2017. Thoughts from Jobs must be created by The Workforce Investthe private sector so that ment Act (WIA) was Behind the Pressline more taxes are generated passed in 1998 under the while unemployment is Clinton Administration replacing the Job Training Partnership decreased -- especially by the long term Act (JTPA) as the largest single source unemployed -- for the whole economy to expand. of federal funding for workforce develEven Pope Francis seems to underopment activities. WIA was designed to create a universal access system of one- stand that simple fact. Ò The rich must help, respect and promote the poor,Ó stop career centers, which would provide access to training and employment he recently said. Ò I exhort you to generous solidarity.Ó Clearly His Holiness services for a range of workers, including low-income adults, low-income understands that we need greater genyouth, and dislocated workers. As part erosity from those who can give and not more mandatory income redistribuof the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, Congress made tion brought about by government intervention. Charities not only perform substantial, badly-needed new investbetter than governments when offering ments in WIA. assistance, but their efforts are focused Since then, WIA has limped along appropriately based on their specific waiting for reauthorization to help enpurpose and community. sure our nationÕ s workers receive the The simple thought that workforce services and support they need to go development is not one of our nationÕ s back to work and begin rebuilding our economy and their lives. The underly- highest priorities and instead is a topic ing purpose of WIA is to ensure that to be bantered about in the next presidential election is a serious waste of every U.S. worker has an opportunity time and great loss of opportunity. Ò ItÕ s at good employment. the economy, stupidÓ shouldnÕ t just be Unfortunately, over the last few a great political one-liner when seeking years, dollars and initiative have been office but must be one of the three top scarce. One would think that rebuilding the economy, focusing on training and priorities of all elected officials. The only way to get our economic education to keep pace with the world economy, would be one of our highest engine running at full throttle is to unleash the American entrepreneurial priorities. The American worker has alspirit and ensure that we are preparways wanted nothing more than an oping our children, the underemployed portunity to prove their worth. In prior and the unemployed worker to meet generations, a Ò jobÓ was considered to workplace demands. This is what the be the pathway to prosperity. This theory was endorsed by both Workforce Investment Act was created Democrats and Republicans as no one to address. Leaving that valuable reever doubted the resolve and creativity source on the sidelines during the next few years, seems a terrible waste of of the American worker to overcome whatever obstacles may be placed in time and money to me. his or her way. But in recent years, more dollars and greater emphasis has been Dan Alexander is publisher and CEO of Denplaced on government handouts and ton Publications. He may be reached at dan@ support programs than on job creation denpubs.com.

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been buying her clothes from the same catalogue for years. A friend shared a piece of advice with her, Ò do not buy a dress in the same store where you can buy a tent.Ó She has since stepped up her look and is now a local style maven. WeÕ d like to share some comments from the audience: Ò I had so much energy the next day after attending!Ó , Ò I need to be brave and do new things more often!Ó , Ò I have been feeling so restless and somewhat hopeless, decided to give the Winter Series a try, and now am thinking about some changes that I am ready to make.Ó , Ò The Wine Company is charming, a real treasure in downtown Plattsburgh Ð a great place to gather and share conversation.Ó Winter wellness is alive and well in the North Country!

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Letters to the Editor

Give to the United Way To the North Countryman: Ò Too much sun after a Syracuse winter does strange things to your head, makes you feel strong, even if you arenÕ t.Ó Ñ Laurie Halse Anderson, Ò SpeakÓ

hether one winters in Syracuse or Plattsburgh, thriving in winter does make one heartier. Chasing away the winter blues is tough with the cold, the ice, and the dark, however; The Winter Series has been a welcome solution to gather ideas, inform ourselves and share some great local wine, advice, and many laughs. Grab a friend or even more daring; come by yourself and be open to meeting some new people and hearing some sound advice from our local wellness experts. Some of our area experts have shared their expertise to help each of us enjoy and Ò grow strongÓ during the winter months. Janine Meads, skin care expert and Arbonne Representative, shared some of her beautiful products and recommended daily moisturizing and wearing sunscreen year round to keep our skin at itÕ s best. Janine also shared that one of the favorite ways to warm up after a day outdoors is a long, steamy, hot shower. While this warms the soul, it dries the skin and ages us prematurely. A warm shower followed by a good moisturizer is the best way to keep skin healthy and youthful. Elizabeth Pearl, Physical Therapist and owner of Pearl Physical Therapy and Wellness on Court Street in Plattsburgh brought along Stacy Herron, a staff PT, and presented simple, practical, and purposeful ways to stay fit and strong. As we move through life, we often experience injury, both physical and emotional. These hurts stay within our bodies and present as injury. Pain is not a natural response to movement; bodies are not meant to

hurt. This simple thought has the power to be life changing. We often accept pain or discomfort as a natural part of aging, this does not have to be so. Elizabeth, and audience members, shared great advice on how to stay active. BEST ADVICE; • Keep moving to keep moving. Even after an injury or surgery, stay active, even if in a small way. Walk, lift small hand weights, do a little more each day and rebuild strength. Even balancing on one foot while doing the dishes or brushing your teeth adds to the healthier YOU. • Put yourself in the place where fitness can happen and very often the mind catches up once you get there. Often times, anticipation is worse than experience. • Create a routine and share it with a friend – this keeps you honest and accountable. Stick to it, commit, NO EXCUSES! • Be compassionate with yourself too – reward yourself for success. • Soon, your reward will be a more energized, healthy, and confident self. While working on fitness remember that outside appearance is a powerful way to change the inside Ð exercise can help alleviate the sadness we often experience during the long winter days. In a more basic way, change your outfit to change your life. • Be a little daring when it comes to changing up your wardrobe, most women are wearing at least one size too big. Bigger clothes make you look bigger than you are, they do not hide flaws. • Accept the body you have by dressing the body you have. You are a work in progress, celebrate this truth. One audience member shared her shopping habits Ð she had

It has been said that our true character is demonstrated when times are tough. IÕ ve lived in this area all my life and IÕ ve seen the people of Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties demonstrate awesome character in difficult times. We’ve banded together during floods and Ice Storms, when catastrophic events happened, and when businesses closed their doors and people lost their jobs. WeÕ ve pulled together to help others when it would have been easier to walk away. In these tough economic times we have the opportunity to band together and show others our character. There are hundreds of people in our area that need our assistance and they depend on the agencies supported by the United Way. The United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc is in the midst of its annual campaign to raise funds for the benefit of the 40 agencies that provide for the needs of our friends and neighbors. Giving to the United Way is the most efficient and effective way to pool our donations to help the most people because 100% of the money you donate stays in this area and helps people you know. When youÕ re contacted about donating to the United Way, Please pledge generously. The economic times are tough but this is the time when we can all band together to help others like weÕ ve done in the past. This is the time for our character to shine. Clinton, Essex and Franklin Counties residents who are not part of a campaign through their employer, but still want to participate, may send their donation directly to the United Way of the Adirondack Region, Inc, 45 Tom Miller Road, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 DaleAnne Wolter Co-Chair 2014 Campaign West Chazy

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Births

Under overcast skies that ushered in an Artic cold front, a small ﬂotilla of new boats parked outside Champlain Centre Mall remind North Country residents that winter is merely temporary and spring will be here eventually. Photo by Shawn Ryan

FORD Ñ A son, Caleb Jason, was born on November 16, 2013, to Casey and Jason Ford. PRETTY Ñ A daughter, Gianna Nicole, was born on December 5, 2013, to Megan Dimartino. PIERRE LOUIS Ñ A daughter, Zuri Winter, was born on December 15, 2013, to Shannon Kiniry and Justin Pierre Louis. LAMOY — A son, Parker Michael, was born on December 16, 2013, to Rebekah Lavigne and Keith Lamoy. WARNER Ñ A son, Luke Hollis, was born on December 16, 2013, to Megan and Bruce Warner. KEATING Ñ A son, Colston James, was born on December 16, 2013, to Kristie Sherry-Keating and Casey Keating. FITTON — A daughter, Ayla Marie, was born on December 17, 2013, to Brandy and Brian Fitton. FRENCH Ñ A son, Nicholas Evan, was born on December 18, 2013, to Nicole French. GRAY Ñ A daughter, Cassie Theresa, was born on December 18, 2013, to Tia Dame and William Gray. JESS Ñ A daughter, Anna Violet Leslie, was born December 19, 2013, to Lindsey and Alexander Jess. ESTES Ñ A daughter, Zelda Rose, was born on December 19, 2013, to Sharon Stark and Carl Estes. McGINLEY — A son, Bryce Daniel, was born on December 20, 2013, to Emily and Brian McGinley Jr. SYPEK Ñ Twin sons, landon Jeffrey and Garret Richard, were born December 20, 2013, to Emily and Brian Sypek.

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Douglas identified the governor’s two top key messages for the North Country as being tax relief, and Upstate New York economic development. He cited the proposal to reduce the corporate franchise tax to 6.5 percent for all, which he said would be the lowest rate it has been since the late 1960s. More significant for upstate, he said, was the governorÕ s plan to completely phase-out that tax for upstate manufacturers. Ò The governor says you canÕ t beat zero, and weÕ re talking zero. Not zero and a gimmick, but zero. This is going to be a powerful economic development tool as well as provide relief and greater competitiveness for our manufacturers including many of our operations right here in Plattsburgh,Ó said Douglas. He also brought up a proposal to phase out an assessment on utilities, particularly electric and gas, and the immediate elimination of that assessment for industrial customers. The governorÕ s proposal to reform current estate taxes, Douglas said, would alleviate the estate tax burden for 90 percent of those who would currently have to pay high taxes to pass on a farm, business or other estate to their children. Paul Grasso, president and CEO of The Development Corp., also spoke in favor of CuomoÕ s proposals. Ò I never thought IÕ d be applauding a democratic governor for cutting taxes, but here I am,Ó he said. The state of the state proposals, Grasso said, give the North Country tools they can use while trying to attract new businesses to the region. The next step, they agreed, was to get the message out to the state legislature that this is a governor that continues to change the way business is done in Albany, and his proposals should be adopted. Our North Country delegation, Douglas said, are on board with the proposals. The next step is to gain bipartisan support to pass them.

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Eye on Business

Urban Soles comes to town By Shawn Ryan

shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ Another boutique store has moved into PlattsburghÕ s downtown shopping corridor, and is helping to add to the growing vibrancy of the old shopping district. Urban Soles carries menÕ s and womenÕ s shoes and accessories, directly off the runways of the fashion capitals of the world. Ò We carry new merchandise,Ó says Urban SolesÕ co-owner Debbie Cleary. Ò WeÕ re seeing it Dan Albert and Debbie Cleary here the same time the rest of the world is seeing it.Ó Cleary says she and husband Dan Albert liked the idea of opening a boutique-style, first run shoe store, so shoppers wouldn’t have to travel to Montreal, Burlington or Albany to get up to date styles of shoes, boots and accessories. They get new styles in during the two seasons of the fashion calendar, spring and fall. They are currently running a clearance sale on what is left of their fall and winter merchandise, to make room for spring fashions. The spring fashions, despite the ominous weather, will be in any minute Cleary says. Ò We think the region and the town is a great place to live and we want to be a part of it,Ó said Albert of their decision to locate downtown. Located on Durkee Street next to Maui North and the city parking lot, the shop is nestled in a quaint pocket of the urban architecture that makes up Downtown. The walls of the store feature photographs from around the city by local artists, further celebrating Plattsburgh and its history. Urban Soles is open Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

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give thanks and cross their fingers for increased fortune in the upcoming lunar year. Think of it like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New YearÕ s Day rolled into one savory, fennel-filled dumpling, the holidayÕ s staple culinary item. Local residents will be given an opportunity to experience the worldÕ s most widely-celebrated holiday Ñ itÕ s celebrated across the region, from Greater China to the Philippines and the homes of the estimated 50,000,000 Chinese who live overseas Ñ with a special performance of Beijing opera, the hallowed form of theatre that combines elements of acrobatics, singing, miming and other vocal performances Ñ including a banter-type routine called Ò crosstalkÓ Ñ at SUNY Plattsburgh by the Confucius Institute of Chinese Opera (CICO), a Binghamton University-based nonprofit organization designed to spread Chinese culture and good tidings throughout the world. The performance, Ò Amazing China,Ó will be held in E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium in Hawkins Hall at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1 and will feature a slate of world-class professionals by the only performance group in the United States that features Beijing opera. Ò When the horse arrives, success will follow,Ó said Hong Zhang, a member of Binghamton UniversityÕ s Chinese Department and the music professor who is the countryÕ s leading expert in teaching Mandarin Chinese through singing, on the importance of the upcoming year and its corresponding zodiac animal. Ò The New Year is the most important festival for Chinese people,Ó she said. Ò People like the horse year because horses are such good animals Ñ they are loyal and run fast.Ó Like with Christmas and Thanksgiving, the Spring Festival comes with its own unique set of traditions. In Mainland China, more than 700 million people watch the CCTV New YearÕ s Gala on New YearÕ s Eve, said Hong. ItÕ s an event similar to the Times Square Ball featuring a steady stream of domestic personalities and performers. On the night before the first day of the 15-day holiday, families join together for a reunion dinner. Lots of food is consumed — mainly fish, a dish that symbolizes hope for leftover money, dumplings and sticky rice Ñ while kids outfit themselves in new clothes and household furnishings are dressed in red, the traditional symbol for prosperity. Ò WeÕ ll be happy to celebrate with Plattsburgh people this

year,Ó said Hong, who is originally from Shanghai but has been in the U.S. for the past 25 years developing Binghamton UniversityÕ s Chinese curriculum. Ò I donÕ t think theyÕ ve ever seen this kind of performance.Ó Hong commands a small, award-winning group of seven professionally-trained and internationally acclaimed performers, including martial arts specialist Wang Fei, acrobat Zhang Rui and actor Liu Chunnuan, who is pictured on the front page. SaturdayÕ s program will include a variety of dynamic feats Ñ including barrel-rolling and that infamous platespinning Ñ and a vocal performance by Hong herself, who will sing three songs accompanied by both a bamboo flute and pianist Pej Reitz. Ò This is authentic and deep Chinese culture, not just chopsticks and mapo doufu,Ó said Hong, referring to a type of pungent tofu thatÕ s often used as a metaphor to symbolize superficiality in Mainland Chinese culture. Hong said that she hopes performances by CICO, both in Plattsburgh and elsewhere in the country, will be successful in both reacquainting American-born Chinese with culture that they may see as antiquated while igniting a passion in young Americans, not only for the Chinese language, but also for the countryÕ s rich pantheon of performing acts and ancient culture. In addition to offering courses on the Binghamton campus, CICO organizes lectures, workshops and various other activities. As a specialized Confucius Institute, their primary focus is on promoting opera and music. ItÕ s the only performance group in the United States to feature Beijing opera, which plays a major role in the promotion of performing arts and culture on college campuses and in communities nationwide. National class-one performer Tu Linghui Ñ thatÕ s the highest level you can obtain in the countryÕ s national ranking system for Beijing opera Ñ will sing three songs, the traditional “Farewell, My Concubine”, “The Drunken BeautyÓ and a contemporary holiday-themed song called Ò The WorkerÕ s ReturnÓ that refers to chunyun, the massive migration of workers returning to their hometowns during the monthlong holiday period that clocks upwards of over two billion individual journeys, which is more than the countryÕ s total population of 1.354 billion. Ò I feel really passionate and excited when people come to watch me sing,Ó she said. Ò ItÕ s always a new feeling every time.Ó

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FOR SALE Upright Piano 50" wide 50" high, very nice, $200; Also Mini Elec. Organ with bench, 37" wide 34" high, 24" deep, 57 keys w/all stops $150; Also 2 Key boards, battery powered $75 for smaller & $125 for the bigger one. 518-643-8434 FRIGIDAIRE 6500 BTU’S AC Unit, $200; Cosilidated Dutch West wood stove $500; 1 man Pontoon boat $300. 518-708-0678 HAMILTON DRAFTING Table, 5' x 3', Oak w/ 4 drawers, like new, $200. 518-576-9751

HICKORY CHAIR FURNITURE Thomas O'Brien Collection Modern Dining Table $1,350 6 Chelsea Dining Chairs $2,900 Tricia Display Cabinet $3,450 Randell Sideboard (L/R) $4,250 QUEEN PILLOWTOP Mattress Set, New in Plastic, $150.00. 518-534-8444. STICKLEY FURNITURE Executive Desk (L72") $4,500 Double File Cabinet $1,250 2 Bookcases (W40") $750/ea 2 Bookcases (W34") $700/ea

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LOGGING LOGGING WILLIAM Thwaits Logging is looking to purchase and harvest standing timber of all species. Will pay New York State stumpage prices. Many references available. Call William Thwaits 518 593 3263

ADVERTISE TO 10 Million Homes across the USA! Place your ad in over 140 community newspapers, with circulation totaling over 10 million homes. Contact Independent Free Papers of America IFPA at danielleburnett-ifpa@live.com or visit our website cadnetads.com for more information. BUYING EVERYTHING! FURS, Coins, Gold, Antiques, Watches, Silver, Art, Diamonds."The Jewelers Jeweler Jack" 1-917-696-2024 By Appointment. Lic-Bonded. CASH FOR COINS! Buying ALL Gold & Silver. Also Stamps & Paper Money, Entire Collections, Estates. Travel to your home. Call Marc in NYC 1-800-959-3419 HAND OPERATED BLOWER for blacksmith forge. Call 518-7932156 leave message.

CASH PAID- up to $28/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAY PAYMENT. 1-800371-1136 WANTED OLD Glass Telephone Pole Insulators. Call Phil 518-8914521

CRANBERRY LAKE 90 Acre Hunting Camp, 8 cabins, well, septic, off grid, solar power generator, on ATV/snowmobile trail, 1/2 acre pond, wood & propane heat, 55 miles from Lake Placid, one mile off Route 3. $155,000. 518-359-9859

WANTED ALL MOTORCYCLES, before 1980, Running or not. $Top CASH$ PAID! 1-315-5698094 WANTS TO PURCHASE minerals and other oil & gas interests. Send details P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co 80201 WANTS TO purchase minerals Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

FARM ABANDONED NY FARM! ABSOLUTE SALE! Jan 25th & 26th! 23 Tracts! 8 ac - $19,900, 15 ac - $29,900, 25 ac - $39,900. Next to State Land, stream, pond, incredible views! House, barn! Stunning country setting! Call 1888-701-1864 to register. www.NewYorkLandandLakes.com FARM, COUNTRY BARN/5 ACRES: $29,995 Rustic "Country Barn," Well-Built & Sturdy. On 5 Wooded Acres,Meadows, Apple Orchard. Frontage on State Rte 13, Mins to Salmon River. Adjoins NYS Snowmobile Trails. Call 1-800-2297843 Or Visit www.LandandCamps.com

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CROWN POINT LAND - 53 Peasley Road. Property offers 3.5 acres on Putnam Creek with 600 feet of road frontage, a 50' x 30' 2 story frame barn with electricity and oil heat. Zones residential. Can be converted or build new. Beautiful spot and minutes to the Northway or Ticonderoga. $65,000. Purdy Realty LLC - 384-1117. Call Frank Villanova - 878-4275 cell NYS LAND, 1947 BOY SCOUT CAMP, 5 acre lake property - $129,900. 7 new lake properties. www. LandFirstNY.com 1-888-683-2626

SINGLE-FAMILY HOME $29,000 REMODELED 2 bdrm, .3 acre, Rte. 9, Front Street, Keeseville, NY. Live in or a P/E Ratio of 5 to 1 investment. 518-3356904.

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CARS/TRUCKS WANTED! Top $$$$$ PAID! Running or Not, All Years, Makes, Models. Free Towing! We're Local! 7 Days/Week. Call Toll Free: 1-888-416-2330 CASH FOR CARS AND TRUCKS. Get A Top Dollar INSTANT Offer! Running or Not! 1-888-416-2208 (888) 416-2208 GET CASH TODAY for any car/ truck. I will buy your car today. Any Condition. Call 1-800-8645796 or www.carbuyguy.com

(2) TRAILERS (OPEN) - both excellent condition; 2010 Triton 20' Aluminum - max wgt. 7500 lbs. Asking $4900 and 1989 Bison 31' overal Gooseneck, Asking $2900. 518-546-3568.

TOP CASH FOR CARS, Any Car/ Truck, Running or Not. Call for INSTANT offer: 1-800-454-6951

(4) CHEVY RIMS, Steel, 16" x 6.5", 6 lug w/pressure monitors. $250 OBO. 518-524-7124.

1980 18 1/2 FT. Century Cuddy Cabin, 120 HP I/O, trailer, GPS depth finder, down rigger, plus. $2400 OBO. 518-963-8220 or 518 -569-0118

AUTO DONATION DONATE A CAR - HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/week. Nonrunners OK. Tax Deductible. Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 1-800-578-0408 DONATE YOUR CAR to Veterans Today! Help those in need! Your vehicle donation will help US Troops and support our Veterans! 100% tax deductible Fast Free pickup! 1-800-263-4713

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14 SECTIONS OF 8’ Pressured treated boat docking w/ latter, adjustable hight stands, excellent condition, Also 12x14 Floating Raft w/latter. 518-563-3799 or 518-563-4499 Leave Message. 1968 LAUNCH Dyer 20’ Glamour Girl, Atomic 4 inboard engine, 30HP, very good condition. Safe, reliable, spacious, ideal camp boat. Reasonable offers considered. Located in Essex, NY. 802503-5452 1977 156 GLASTRON Boat with 70 HP Johnson motor, with trailer, excellent condition. $2500. 518359-8605

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ALTONA, NY 3 BR/2 BA, Single Family Home, bulit in 1994, Perfect entertainment home, peaceful country setting 15 minutes from Plattsburgh. Large deck, 28' pool, patio with built in gas grill, 2 car garage with workshop. A MUST SEE $105,000 518-570-0896

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NYS LAND FOR SALE: 8.6 Acres/ $19,995 With Financing! Beautiful Ridge Top Maple Forests With Evergreens, Wild Apple Trees, Babbling Brook & Major Deer Trails. Easy Access Off Rt 13. Minutes To Salmon River Fishing & State Game Lands. Call Now: 1-800-229 -7843 or email

MORRISONVILLE 4 BR/2.5 BA, Single Family Home, 1,920 square feet, bulit in 1998, Colonial Cape, attached 2 car garage, gas fireplace, finished basement, large fenced in backyard with above ground swimming pool on corner lot. Located in Morrisonville in the Saranac School District. Great Family Neighborhood. $229,500 Call 518-726-0828 Dfirenut@gmail.com

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BOATS 2001 SUPRA SANTERA low hrs., mint cond., great ski wake board boat, beautiful trailer included, $19,500. 518-891-5811 2005 WHITEHALL SPIRIT rowing/sailboat. Classic boat, rare find. Must sell! Asking $4500 OBO. 845-868-7711

2007 STINGRAY BOAT 25' Stingray Criuser, only 29 hours, LIKE NEW, sleeps 4, has bathroom, microwave, fridge, table, includes trailer, stored inside every winter. (518) 570-0896 $49,000

CARS

CLASSIC 1973 CAMARO, 350 Auto, V-8 Engine, original 55,000 miles, $12,000, very good condition 518-359-9167. Call: (518) 359-9167

HEAVY EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Gehl Skidsteer loader. Gas, 4 cyl Industrial Ford engine, 1/2 yard bucket, good shape, 4 WD $5000; Industrial Cap w/lockable tool boxes on both sides for a 8' Pickup box. Also has a rotating light on top w/ roof rack. Cost $2200.00 sell for $850.00. 518643-8434

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WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1 -500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3 -400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 2000 24’ LAYTON CAMPER Sleeps 6, very clean, excellent condition, must see, $6700 OBO. 518-6439391 2002 COACHMAN MIRADA self contained, 24,840 miles, clean & runs great, Asking $16,800. 518846-7337

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2010 HONDA STATELINE 1500 Miles, Black, Factory Custom Cruiser, 312 CC $7,800 518-5698170

1997 CHEVROLET Blazer LS Green, 147k miles, inspected, many new parts, no rust, must see, $1500 OBO. 518-813-0771

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NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF MAIN MILL STREET INVESTMENTS, LLC. Authority filed with NY Dept. of State on 11/27/13. Office location: Clinton County. LLC formed in Nevada on 4/25/2003. NY Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 1508 Olive Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Agent upon whom process may be served. Principal b u s i n e s s address:2360 Corporate Circle, Suite 400, Henderson, NV 89074. Cert. of Org. filed with Nevada Secretary of State, Nevada State Capital Building, 101 North Carson Street, Suite 3, Carson City, NV 89701. Purpose: all lawful purposes N C M - 1 2 / 2 1 1/25/2014-6TC-57509 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF RT 3 DEVELOPMENT LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 11/10/08. Office location: Clinton County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 412 Rt. 3, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Purpose: any lawful activity. N C M - 1 2 / 2 1 1/25/2014-6TC-57516 ----------------------------DAVID ALLEN ENTERPRISES, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/11/2013. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 5131 US Ave., Plattsburgh, NY 12901, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. NCM-12/21-1/25/146TC-57526 ----------------------------NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF WOEL & THOMPSON, LLC. Authority filed with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on

10/24/2013. Office in Clinton County. Formed in WY on 7/30/2013. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 109 E. 17th St. Suite #4641 Cheyenne, WY 82001. Purpose: real estate investing NCM-12/21-1/25/146TC-57530 ----------------------------HILZACK PROPERTIES, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/2/2013. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 52 Cornelia St., Plattsburgh, NY 12901, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. NCM-12/28-2/1/20146TC-57602 ----------------------------GIUSEPPEíS PIZZA LLC NOTICE OF FORMATION of a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC): DATE OF FORMATION: The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on December 16, 2013. NEW YORK OFFICE LOCATION: Clinton County AGENT FOR PROCESS: The Secretary of State is designated as Agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC to 114 Consumer Square, Plattsburgh, New York 12901. PURPOSE: To engage in any lawful act or activity. NCM-12/28-2/1/146TC-57532 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF M O R G A N ELECTRIC, LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 12/11/13. Office location: Clinton County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 53 Sandra Ave., Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Purpose: any lawful activity. NCM-12/28-2/1/20146TC-57607 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMA-

TION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Beach Adirondack Medical Services PLLC (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with Dept. of State of NY on 12/19/13. Office location: Clinton County. Principal business location: 79 Hammond Lane, Suite 11, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Secretary of State of NY is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SOS shall mail copy of process to 79 Hammond Lane, Suite 11, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Purpose: Practice profession of medicine. NCM-1/4-2/8/20146TC-57622 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF SORRELLíS AUTO REPAIR, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/18/2013 Office Location: Clinton County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: 22 Memory Lane Way, Altona, NY 12910. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. NCM-1/4-2/8/20146TC-57631 ---------------------------S U P P L E M E N TA L SUMMONS Index No.: 2010-1072 Date of Filing: December 26, 2013 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF Clinton REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., Plaintiff, -againstALAN J. BIBEAU AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF THE ESTATE OF MARCEL L. BIBEAU, SR., if living, or if either or all be dead, their wives, husbands, heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, assignees, lienors and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said ALAN J. BIBEAU AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF THE ESTATE OF MARCEL L. BIBEAU, SR., by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, of any right, title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, and the respective husbands, wives, widow or widowers of them, if any, all of whose

names are unknown to plaintiff; MARCEL L BIBEAU, JR.; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; STATE OF NEW YORK; WORKERS COMPENSATION BOARD; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; "JOHN DOES" and "JANE DOES", said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of premises, and corporations, other entities or persons who claim, or may claim, a lien against the premises, Defendants. TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff's attorney(s) within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the State, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner, and 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. YOU ARE HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Honorable John T. Ellis of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed on October 25, 2013, and filed with supporting papers in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Clinton, State of New York. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by MARCEL L BIBEAU, SR. to SEATTLE MORTGAGE COMPANY in the principal amount of $270,000.00, which mortgage was recorded in Clinton County, State of New York, on February 6, 2007, as INSTRUMENT # 2007-00202772. Said Mortgage was thereafter assigned to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., by assignment of mortgage dated May 8, 2007 and recorded on July 31, 2007, as INSTRUMENT #200700207859. Said mortgage was further assigned to BANK OF AMERICA NA, by assignment of mortgage dated July 15, 2010 and recorded on August 5, 2010, as INSTRUMENT #201000234020. Said mortgage was again assigned to REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., by assignment of mortgage dated March 13, 2013 and recorded on June 17, 2013, as INSTRUMENT #201300257252. Said premises being known as and by 37 Latour Avenue, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Date: October 9, 2013 Batavia, New York Tanisha Bramwell, Esq. ROSICKI, ROSICKI & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys for Plaintiff Batavia Office 26 Harvester Avenue Batavia, NY 14020 585.815.0288 Help For Homeowners In Foreclosure New York State Law requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read

it carefully. Mortgage foreclosure is a complex process. Some people may approach you about “saving” your home. You should be extremely careful about any such promises. The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. There are government agencies, legal aid entities and other non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about foreclosure while you are working with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Banking Department at 1-877BANKNYS (1-877226-5697) or visit the Department’s website a t www.banking.state.ny. us. The State does not guarantee the advice of these agencies. NC-1/11-2/17/20144TC-57651 ----------------------------J. CAYEA LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 12/09/2013. Office in Clinton Co. SSNY desig. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC c/o United States Corp. Agents, Inc. 7014 13th Avenue Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. NC-1/11-2/22/20166TC-57653 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED L I A B I L I T Y COMPANY (ìLLCî) Name: Christie N Wallace LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/25/2013 Office Location: Clinton County. The United States Corporation Agents, INC. is designated as agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may be served. The United States Corporation Agents, INC. shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. NC-1/18-2/22/20146TC-57019 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED L I A B I L I T Y COMPANY (ìLLCî) AC & RL CARPENTERS, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with

the Secretary of the State of New York (“SSNY”) on November 22, 2013 for business conducted from an office located in Clinton County, NY. The “SSNY” is designated as agent of the “LLC” upon whom process against it may be served. “SSNY” shall mail a copy of any process to the “LLC” at 13 Ouellette Circle, Keeseville, NY 12944. NC-1/18-2/22/20146TC-58072 ----------------------------ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF MAGDI, LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law THE UNDERSIGNED, being a natural person of at least eighteen (18) years of age, and acting as the organizer of the limited liability company hereby being formed under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York certifies that: FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is: MAGDI,LLC SECOND: To engage in any lawful act or activity within the purposes for which limited liability companies may be organized pursuant to Limited Liability Company Law provided that the limited liability company is not formed to engage in any act or activity requiring the consent or approval of any state official, department, board, agency, or other body without such consent or approval fir~t being obtained. THIRD: The county, within this state, in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is CLINTON. FOURTH: The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: MAGDI,LLC CIO MCCORMICK & DEON 162 MARGARET STREET PLATTSBURGH, NY 12901 FIFTH: The limited liability company is to be managed by: ONE OR MORE MEMBERS. SIXTH: The limited liability company shall

have a perpetual existence. SEVENTH: The limited liability company shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless all members, managers, and former members and managers of the limited liability company against expenses (including attorney's fees, judgments, fines, and amounts paid in settlement) incurred in connection with any claims, causes of action, demands, damages, liabilities of the limited liability company, and any pending or threatened action, suit, or proceeding. Such indemnification shall be made to the fullest extent permitted by the laws of the State of New York, provided that such acts or omissions which gives rise to the cause of action or proceedings occurred while the Member or Manager was in performance of his or her duties for the limited liability company and was not as a result of his or her fraud, gross negligence, willful misconduct or a wrongful taking. The indemnification provided herein shall inure to the benefit of successors, assigns, heirs, executors, and the administrators of any such person. I certify that I have read the above statements, I am authorized to sign this Articles of Organization, that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and that my signature typed below constitutes my signature. PAOLO MAGRO, ORGANIZER C/O MCCORMICK & DEON 162 MARGARET STREET PLATTSBURGH, NY 12901 NC-1/18-2/22/20146TC-58079 ----------------------------NOTICE OF FORMATION OF COMMUNITY CARE PEDIATRICS, PLLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec'y of State (SSNY) 12/23/13. Office location: Clinton County. SSNY designated as agent of PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 394 Durand Rd., Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Purpose: to practice the profession of Pediatrics. NC-1/25-3/1/20146TC-58098 -----------------------------

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