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Frivolity, philanthropy predominate in polar plunge By Christina Scanlon & Thom Randall christina@suncommunitynews.com
LAKE GEORGE — High temperatures and high spirits prevailed as about 1,200 people charged into the waters of Lake George in the annual New Years Day Polar Plunge. Shepard Park Beach was filled to capacity several times over with people in a festive, partying mood — participating the popular area event that has endured for decades. Thirty-five years ago, the event consisted of a crowd watching members of the Coney Island Polar Bears Club swim in the ice-covered lake. But in the last two decades, individuals, families, fraternities and charitable groups all participate, with people dashing into the lake to demonstrate their bravery, boost their vitality, or simply have some visceral fun.
The latter was evident mid-afternoon Jan. 1 as hundreds of those waiting for the plunge countdowns danced on the beach to classic rock music provided by local deejay Chas Giknis. He announced between songs that the water temperature was 46 degrees, although light snow was falling. Gyrating on the beach in their swimsuits to the tune of Foreigner’s rock song “Hot Blooded,” were three friends — Louise LaPoint and Gusti Newquist of Troy and Dorothy Hoffman of Albany. “We’re virgins at this Polar Plunge stuff,” LaPoint said, flailing a furry boa as she and her “sisterhood” companions danced to the music. “I saw this on television years ago, and I thought, ‘Those people are crazy.” This year, Hoffman convinced LaPoint and Newquist to experience the craziness first>> Story Continued | pg. 11
Councilman Smith resigns, Seaman retains her seat
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THURMAN — While many town of Thurman residents anticipated that a town board seat would be open as of Jan. 1 due to a tie vote between two candidates in November, incumbent board member Gail Seaman is continuing to serve in her post — at least temporarily. That’s not all that two local citizens learned at the town’s reorganizational meeting Monday, Jan. 4. They also saw an empty chair — the board seat of
Daniel Smith, who resigned about a week earlier. His resignation letter to the town cited “personal and job-related conflicts” as prompting his departure. The board in its new configuration of four members — including Seaman — decided to advertise for letters of interest from local citizens who wish to fill the open board seat of Daniel Smith. The board will be entertaining such inquiries until Jan. 31. Seaman’s continued tenure on the board was not without challenge — Board member
Mike Eddy, a critic of the present town administration, objected to Seaman continuing in her post. But citing state Public Officers Law Section 5, Town Supervisor Evelyn Wood said the tie vote in November between Seaman and challenger Joan Harris represented a “failure to elect” which means Seaman can continue to serve until the board makes an appointment to the position, or an election is held in November. Wood said that Seaman’s continuation was the appropriate legal action for the
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board, based on advice from the town attorney and declarations by a lawyer with the New York State Association of Towns — and the state Attorney General. She also said that board members were not in favor of holding a special election to be held earlier, because it would involve a substantial cost to the town taxpayers. She said that Seaman’s seat, along with the seat held for two years by Smith, would be up for election this coming November. The board took a vote to affirm Seaman retaining the
seat — a formal endorsement of her continuation — and Eddy voted against this resolution, as he did on most of the resolutions enacted during the reorganizational meeting. Eddy objected to Seaman voting on her own appointment, noting it was against provisions of the new Ethics policy — which he voted against. But Wood said the Seaman’s continuation was an outcome of state law, and the board vote was merely an affirmation. Retired psychologist John Youngblood, top vote-getter
in November’s four-way race for two town board seats, was sworn in during the meeting, as was new Thurman Town Clerk Jeanie Sprague, in addition to Seaman. >> Story Continued | pg. 15
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by the state and is open to children from six weeks of age through 12. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided. North Warren School District provides bus transportation to allow before and after school care at the location. Todd and Barlow provide transportation to and from the school for Head Start and the Pre-kindergarten program. Enrollment is ongoing and spots are currently available. County subsidies are accepted. For more information call 803-4035 or visit Little Adirondack Explorers on Facebook.
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CHESTERTOWN — Little Adirondack Explorers, a recently opened home-based daycare, appears to be living up to its name. Nestled in the woods and overlooking Loon Lake, the site offers a serene Adirondack setting with two energetic leaders at the helm. “We take a Montessori style approach,” said Maggie Todd. “We learn through play.” Todd and daycare co-owner Irene Barlow took advantage of the mild weather last week, as the children donned snow gear Lilly Barlow watches as Ava Todd works on a coloring page last week at Little Adirondack Explorers in Chestertown. Photo by Christina Scanlon
Riley Barlow heads down the sledding hill during outdoor play time at Little Adirondack Explorers. Photo by Christina Scanlon
and headed to the perfect sledding hill in Barlow’s yard, where the center is located. Shrieks of laughter carried over the competitive screams as the group piled onto two sleds to race each other. Inside, coloring books and a light snack were taking center stage for two others. It’s a casual home-like setting for the children, including their own, that drew the pair to opening the business. Todd, unhappy with her own work hours that left her little time with her three children, had toyed with the idea of making the move into home daycare. Learning her friend Barlow was having the same idea, inspiration came at the right time. Their schooling and experience matched up well, too. Barlow has her bachelor’s degree in child development and family studies. She previously taught preschool and worked with child protective services. Todd has her associate’s degree in human services. Her experience had her working in a shelter as well as with children with behavioral health issues. While there is no set curriculum (the two allow the needs of the children to guide their daily activities), there are a lot of things they have planned: field trips, dancing, arts and crafts, homework help and science experiments. Both are hoping to have their lifeguard certification before the weather turns warm so they can take advantage of Loon Lake. Little Adirondack Explorers, 76 Clarkson Road, is licensed
Maggie Todd, left, and Irene Barlow opened Little Adirondack Explorers to offer home daycare services in Chestertown. Photo by Christina Scanlon
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Reversing course, Thurman board enacts new ethics policy By Thom Randall
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ATHOL — The reconstituted Thurman town board began the new year by enacting legislation that town leaders said will help assure integrity in town government. The board voted 3-1 at its reorganizational meeting Jan. 4 to adopt a town Ethics & Disclosure Policy — a measure that was rejected 2-3 in mid-2015 when the panel included two councilmen who have since left — Leon Galusha and Daniel Smith. Galusha decided not to run in November for a new term, and Daniel Smith resigned effective Dec. 31. Casting one of the three affirmative votes on the Ethics Policy in this second consideration of the local law was new board member John Youngblood, top vote-getter in November’s election to fill two board seats. Board member Mike Eddy voted against adopting the policy — both times it was before the board. The code mandates that all town employees and officials refrain from any personal, private, financial, business or political activities that might undermine the public’s confidence in government, nor use their municipal position for private gain. The law also bans, with several exceptions, town employees from using any town resources including money, personnel or equipment for personal or private purposes. The code also prohibits nepotism. No town employee or official is to supervise an employee who is a relative. Also, employees must not accept any gifts, when it might be construed as an attempt to influence the person in the exercise of his or her powers or performance of duties. The ethics policy also requires financial disclosure statements to be filed annually by town employees who are in positions of authority, make decisions on bids or large-scale financial issues, or have authority over citizens’ properties. Those now required to file such annual financial disclosure statements are the town supervisor and town clerk and the deputies for these two posts; board members; the highway superintendent; and the board of assessment review members. The policy also bars town officers and employees from accepting gifts, or exerting influence on others for financial benefit. It also mandates that they make decisions on the basis of merit, with fairness and impartiality. In other business at the Jan. 4 meeting, the town board voted to designate various appointments and salaries, authorize yearly contracts, set official holidays, establish meeting dates and declare official newspapers — all in one resolution. Eddy cast the sole vote against this routine
BIDS OPENED, SUE BAKER APPOINTED Also, the board received bids for concrete work related to the town’s new salt shed. The bids ranged from $13,000 to $48,850. The board deferred approving one of the bids until after they were reviewed by an engineer. A motion to allow a $300 payment to Ray’s Salvage for a transfer case for one of the trucks was approved by the board. Eddy cast a dissenting vote. Also, Sue Baker was appointed Deputy Town Clerk. Supervisor Evelyn Wood advised the board that a new state law requiring an increase in minimum wage for municipal workers would be increasing town personnel costs for 2016 and beyond. The board’s next meeting is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 12.
Reservations due soon for Monroe’s retirement banquet
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CHESTERTOWN — Fred Monroe, who’s served as a town of Chester official since 1980 and been prominent in Warren County government for over three decades, will be honored at a retirement banquet set for Jan. 29. The event is set for Jimbo’s Club on Brant Lake in the town of Horicon, and the public is invited to attend. People are urged to make reservations early, as a capacity crowd of 300 or more is expected. Reservations are due by Monday Jan. 18. Monroe retired as of Dec. 31 from town and county government after holding the post of Town of Chester Supervisor
since January 1992. That tenure was preceded by his public service as town attorney from 1980 to 1988. Monroe served as Executive Director of the Adirondack Park Local Government Review Board since 2005, and he’s said he intends to continue that role. Five years before he was CEO of the Review Board, he served as the panel’s attorney. From 2008 to 2010, Monroe held the position of Chairman of the Warren County Board of Supervisors. Area community leaders, state politicians and business leaders are expected to attend the retirement banquet, some of them likely offering testimonies describing Monroe’s accomplishments and character. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails; dinner follows at 6 p.m. The meal is to be served family-style, with the choice
Lake Luzerne dispute ends in felony, arson charges LAKE LUZERNE — A domestic dispute ended with the arrest of a Queensbury woman Jan. 2 according to Warren County Sheriff ’s Office. Kathryn M Peltz, 53, was charged with second-degree criminal mischief, a felony, fifth degree arson and seconddegree harassment, after police re-
sponded to a complaint on Vanare Lane at 2:48 p.m. Peltz was arraigned in Lake Luzerne Town Court and released to appear at a later date. This incident was investigated by Patrol Officer Cortney Howse and Investigator Kevin Conine.
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Coach: competition to be intense for Burghers’ annual meet By Thom Randall
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WARRENSBURG — Warrensburg High School wrestlers are hosting their annual Warrensburg Duals tournament Saturday Jan. 9, and coach Mark Trapasso — predicting that some state championship qualifiers will be competing — is welcoming the public to the event. “This meet will feature quality wrestling all day long,” he said. Through their holiday vacation, the Warrensburg High School wrestlers have been conducting rigorous workout exercises, practicing moves and running drills in preparation for their tournament. On Saturday, Warrensburg hosts five teams
which wrestle a total of five dual matchups in one long day. Schools competing represent three sections in the state. Entered in the meet from Section III are Morrisville-Eaton and Holland Patent. From Section IV is Beekmantown. From Section II are Hudson Falls, Hoosick Falls and host Warrensburg. The wrestling competition starts at 9 a.m. “Holland-Patent has two reigning state champions which is incredible,” he said. “Also, Beekmantown has several state qualifiers and Eaton and Hoosick Falls teams both have one each — Our meet is arguably one of the toughest dual meets around.” Trapasso said 25 or more parents and siblings of Warrensburg wrestlers will be running food concessions and helping out in other ways at the tournament, which annu-
ally draws a large crowd. . “We have great support staff of parents which will be working at the tournament,” he said, adding that more than 500 people will likely be attending the event. The competition will be intense, Trapasso predicted as he said top athletes will be seeking championships in their respective weight classes. “We’ve never won own tournament in the nine years we’ve been holding it,” he said. “The tough competition helps our wrestlers when Sectional tournaments come around at the end of the season.” Top contenders among the Burghers are Sophomore Trevor Winchell, a sophomore at 101 pounds and 7th grader Hunter McKenna at 101 pounds — both entering the tourna-
ment with a 17-1 season record; Sophomore Jack Binder at 197 pounds with a 15-2 record; and Freshman Nolan McNeill at 128 pounds with a 13-4 record. Many other Warrensburg wrestlers on the team have accrued more wins than losses in 2015-16, and are expected to do well. Last week, Warrensburg hosted Burr & Burton Academy of Manchester Vt. in a wrestling exposition that the Warrensburg students attended during the school day. The Burr & Burton team is coached by Zach Monforte, a 2001 Warrensburg High School graduate who won various medals and championships in regional competitions, and now teaches and coaches at the academy. Warrensburg won the meet 65 to 16.
Burgher grapplers continue to impress sports fans Warrensburg 56, Granville 23 By Thom Randall
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WARRENSBURG — The local wrestling team that was predicted weeks ago to have an undistinguished season continues to surprise local sports fans. Surpassing expectations, the Warrensburg High School wrestlers won nine matches including six pins in their meet Dec. 15 versus Granville. The dominating 56-23 non-league victory boosts the team’s season record to 6-1. Here’s a rundown of the matches: In the 152-pound weight class, Ryan McNeill of Warrensburg started off the meet with an aggressive approach that set the tone for the day. In short time, he took Jacob McFarren of Granville to the mat with a single-leg takedown and a halfnelson — one of his signature moves, pinning McFarren in 1:26. At 160 pounds, Granville’s Michael Blake answered back by pinning Mackenzie Blydenburgh in 1:29. At 170 pounds, Bailey Daigler of Granville decisioned Chris Wilson, 13-1. At 182 pounds, Warrensburg senior Cody Ewald won by
default over Brad MeEachron, after the latter had to exit the match due to a shoulder injury. At 195 pounds, Burgher Sophomore Jack Binder got the momentum going again for the Burghers by pinning Anthony Arbuckle in 3:12. Binder started off the second period on the bottom, pulling off a quick, vigorous reversal, taking Arbuckle to the mat and pinning him. In the heavyweight classes, the Burghers ran into roadblocks. In the 220 pound weight class, Jody Hermance of Granville pinned Ben Ewald in 1:30. At 285 pounds, Austin Reed of Granville decisioned Gary Hill, 6-1. But when the lightweights took to the mats, the momentum reversed. At 99 pounds, sinewy seventh-grade sensation Hunter McKenna of Warrensburg pinned Ethan Beebe in 2:45. Coach Mark Trapasso praised his performance. “Hunter has been practicing hard — he’s constantly learning, developing technique and acquiring wrestling instincts,” he said. At 106 pounds, Burgher sophomore Trevor Winchell took even less time to end his match. He pinned Andrew McEachron in 1:53. “Our lightweights, including Winchell, are having a really good year,” Trapasso said. “They’re wrestling tough.” At 113 pounds, Granville’s Zack Haskins decisioned Ryan
Honey, 10-0. In the 120-pound weight class, freshman Zach Davis of Warrensburg pinned Richard Kelley in 1:26. Trapasso praised Davis and the other younger wrestlers for their many years of involvement with the sport. “Our younger guys have invested a lot of ‘mat time’ through our youth wrestling program,” he said. At 126 pounds, freshman Nolan McNeill of Warrensburg proved Trapasso’s point. McNeill, a second-generation wrestler, overpowered Cole Haines, pinning him at 2:41. Then it was time for a little payback. At 132 pounds, William Duffy of Granville pinned Chris Simpson at 1:02. At 138, Burgher sophomore Greg Shambo decisioned Devin Cohan, 14-5. Despite his relative youth, Shambo has made his mark, Trapasso said. “Greg is extremely athletic and tough,” the coach said. In conclusion, at 145 pounds, third-year varsity wrestler Dan Monthony, a Warrensburg sophomore, decisioned Andrew Reed, 15-4. Dec. 16, Trapasso was characteristically modest about his team’s early-season accomplishments. “We’re steady,” he said. “We have a good record so far — but it’s early in the season.”
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s we move into the new year and have settled into the new brand, it’s time for the next phase of growth for your weekly newspaper. This weekend we will be installing two new pieces of production equipment. Our 8 into 1 inserting machine is getting a new partner when we bring online our new 12 into 1 automated inserter. With greater capacity and a new central vacuum system these important production tools will help our dedicated crews in the back shop to process your paper and make certain all the various inserts are prepped for delivery throughout the region. Another idea that will be implemented shortly will be our $100,000 Promotional Grant Program. Throughout the year we’ve always made space available to charitable organizations to help them get their message to you. Many of these organization work on limited funds but their services are a key components to life in our region. The new grants will allow for better planning of an entire communication message rather than asking, hat in hand, each time the need arises. The grants to these organizations will not affect emergency requests from individuals or families in need due to illness, accidents or tragedies. The paper has always played an important role helping out as needed. The grant program will improve that capacity to serve our friends and neighbors. Now, who doesn’t love a good contest? Winning a prize is just pure fun and we’ve just contracted with one of the nations best companies to bring a back end platform to aid the contest process for both the paper and for advertisers that wish to run their own contests. Watch for our Valentines Day roll out soon to be followed up by a March Madness Bracket Program. Free newspapers like The Sun in New York and The Eagle in Vermont depend strictly on the support from community businesses and institutions that use the newspaper to market their goods and services. Despite what you may hear or have been told about newspapers dying, the facts are, print newspaper advertising is still the single best source for reaching local buyers and those seeking services. We’ve got more projects in the pipeline but these are top of list as we move optimistically into 2016 with a full head of steam. Thank you for supporting your locally owned community papers. Dan Alexander is CEO of Sun Community News.
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s we head into the darkest days of winter, one school district has turned on the light: Kudos to Schroon Lake Central School District for opening their doors to the public as part of their continuing education program. Beginning this week, Schroon residents will have access to a series of evening classes, including an introduction to basic household electricity, woodworking, weight training, indoor walking and even a self defense course. What do these have in common? They’re all accessible, common-sense offerings designed to benefit as many people in the community as possible. After all, we all have electricity; most of us could stand to shed a few pounds, and in this era of gloomy uncertainty, it’s not a bad idea to brush up on our self-protection techniques. Hosting continuing education programs at public schools is a great idea and is a program that should be emulated by all school districts in the North Country. Not only do these programs act in the best interest of the taxpayers, but help create a sense of community, especially during budget season, when programs are never far from the chopping block. What a better way to instill the importance of programs to the general public by making them universally available? But more importantly, these after hours programs feed into the work that other governmental agencies are conducting for the greater good, including the Creating Healthy Schools and Communities Program. Launched in November, the state-funded, county-implemented project aims to improve public health in high-need schools and communities in Essex and Clinton counties over the next five years. The program hinges on two main goals: Improving access to healthy foods and promoting physical activity. Public schools are critical to both. While Americans are being urged to eat healthier and lead more active lives, it’s often difficult to follow this advice in our Adirondack neighborhoods, which are rural, remote, vast and dark. Walking isn’t the most attractive option on rural highways, nor is a gym feasible for those of us living paycheck-to-paycheck. For too many communities, these factors make the healthy choice the road less traveled. Noting these disparities isn’t making excuses — it’s facing the facts. For years, experts have said altering physical environments to become more conducive to physical activity plays a vastly important role in improving public health. Policies are already taking shape, from smart growth programs designed to enhance walkability in town centers to the creation of bike and other recre-
As part of opening its doors to the community, a community archery league will take place under physical education teacher and archery team coach Mike Sharp starting Jan. 12 from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 17 from 3 until 5 p.m. More classes will be offered, and cost for the class is a donation to support the SLCS archery team.
ational paths. Now, the next logical step — perhaps the only one in these cash-strapped communities — is bringing public schools into the fold. After all, each community has a school, even the most remote and impoverished. And experts have long-since determined that improving their accessibility is the middle ground between constructing new governmental facilities and simply doing nothing. But more often than not, the doors are locked after the final bell rings and the last sneaker leaves the gymnasium floor. We understood the arguments against keeping public facilities open: districts lack the funds and manpower to run programs and are concerned about liability and maintenance costs. Viable concerns, sure. But we’d like to think that enough precedent exists for schools to create joint use agreements with their partners in the community. Is keeping schools open a magic bullet to keeping the public fit and engaged? No. But it’s a start. The Sun Community News Editorial Board is comprised of Dan Alexander, John Gereau, Pete DeMola and Keith Lobdell. We value your opinion and want to hear from you. Drop us a line on our new Facebook page, follow us on Twitter, or email us at johng@suncommunitynews.com.
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women who actively support maritime safety and security missions, as well as providing administrative and support services. The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by Congress in 1939, and is currently expanding its role within Coast Guard Forces. The Auxiliary is authorized to perform all missions that Congress has authorized the Coast Guard to perform, with the exception of direct law enforcement and military action. If you would like to become a part of our organization, or would like more information call Eugene Frost 585-9034, 810-2283, ehfrost@cptelco.net or David Hirtle 597-3398. David Carr Crown Point
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To the Editor: I wish to publicly thank Patrick Riedinger, sophomore at Johnsburg Central School, who took it upon himself to organize the JYC Winter Gear Swap Day held at JCS on Dec. 5. In the past, the Johnsburg Youth Committee has held the Winter Swap in late October or early November, but this year the committee missed the timing. Thanks also to JCS for providing the space and Sports Page of Glens Falls for their donations to the winter sale. But it wouldn’t have happened if Patrick hadn’t volunteered to do what needed to be done to carry it off. It was very successfully executed. Thank you, Patrick. Kelly Nessle Johnsburg Youth Committee Chair
Hospital plans flawed
To the Editor: Senator Little, I am writing this letter to you out of my concern over the plans InterLakes Health/Moses Ludington Hospital Interim-CEO Mr. Rod Boula has for this critical access care hospital. Essentially it is this: Close our PCU and operate this facility strictly as a 24/7 ER. (We also have some specialty clinics, but their status should not be affected by this plan.) There are several problems with this plan. 1. Although MLH is a small rural hospital, it can treat a variety of health problems, and do so in a local town setting so our community does not necessarily have to travel considerable distances for this level of care. These include IV antibiotics for stubborn infections, monitoring of fluids and Lasix administration for congestive heart failure, bowel rest and fluids for pancreatitis, postsurgical rehab, medications and monitoring for COPD exacerbations and asthma flares to list just a few. 2. Additionally, MLH admits some ER patients as “observation status” patients. That means they keep a close eye on patients with symptoms that may or may not evolve into more complicated problems: Atypical chest pain, ruling out acute coronary syndrome or MI. Sometimes someone has a small bowel obstruction that can be cleared by just administering fluids and pain medications and keeping the patient n.p.o. (“nothing by mouth”). Mr. Boula’s plan is that we transfer all these patients up to “his” hospital in Elizabethtown (Elizabethtown Community Hospital) using our limited ambulance resources to do so. The problem here is two-fold: Limited ambulance services and patients declining treatment due to travel issues. 2A. If a patient presents to the MLH ER with stroke-like symptoms, speedy transfer to a higher level of care facility is of the utmost essence. There is a small window of time that a patient can be treated with anticlotting medication. I foresee a problem with our local ambulance services being tied up transporting other ER patients for the 50-minute one-way trip up to Elizabethtown for observation admissions. 2B. Additionally, there are patients who are reluctant at being admitted to the hospital setting at all, even locally. I am concerned that even more patients will refuse this trip up to Elizabethtown and simply walk out of the ER AMA (“against medical advice”) and thus jeopardize their outcomes. 3. Lastly, Moses-Ludington Hospital offers hospice care to our community in an easy-to-get-to quiet and comfortable setting for folks going through the end-of-life process. Loved ones can visit easily and frequently. This service will no longer be offered to our community; it will now be taking place in Elizabethtown. What impact do you imagine this will have on folks having to drive the nearly two hour round-trip drive to Elizabethtown to spend the last days and moments with these hospice patients? What about the difficult and dangerous driving conditions in the winter? What about people who don’t have cars and can’t afford to hire a cab? Senator Little, if there is anything you can do for us, it would be very much appreciated. We here in Ticonderoga really need your help. Laurel Carroll Ticonderoga
TheÊ USAÊ doesnÕ tÊ needÊ TrumpÊ orÊ Cruz
To the Editor: Is anyone surprised that Trump has appeared on FOX News more than any other candidate? Trump and FOX News are joined at the hip as both tell fictional stories on a regular basis. To me Trump is the perfect Republican and has all the attributes associated with the doctrine of the party. Hate has always been part of the Republican mantra and stretching the truth is something they do with straight faces. Trump’s nearest adversary Ted Cruz is a good example of a stone thrower who lives in a glass house. Born in Canada to a Cuban Father and an American Mother I fail to see how he can even run for President. Wasn’t it Cruz who along with Trump who complained that President Obama wasn’t born in the USA? Even when it was proved that our President was born in the USA, Cruz and Trump still pounded on their drums. So here we are getting ready to elect another President and best Republican candidate has left he race. Lindsey Graham was someone who called things as they were and his honesty couldn’t be questioned. He also served our Country before becoming and elected official and he knows the perils of war. Trump did as many privileged did and used deferments rather than serve our Nation. Now he wants to show what a tough guy he is and has no problem with sending others once again to war. Cruz who also never served had the audacity to slander two-war hero’s John Kerry and Chuck Hagel and is also ready to send your children and grandchildren to war. America doesn’t need another war and we surely don’t need Trump or Cruz. To Republicans an immigrant is anyone that doesn’t fit their mold. My grandparents and the grandparents of millions of Americans were immigrants and they came from every corner of the earth. Our Country is one made from immigrants and for this we should be thankful. Our forefathers would be appalled by the fear mongering being tossed about by draft dodgers like Trump and others who would thrive on the blood of those they would put in harms way. I am not ready to have my grandchildren sacrificed, are you? May God Bless America! Gary Philip Guido Ticonderoga
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To the Editor: This letter is in response to Dick Barney’s Letter to the Editor titled “Stand up to the NRA” in the Dec. 19 issue of the The Sun. Gullible liberals have been led to believe that the NRA is largely to blame for the terroristic acts committed by deranged individuals. Really? Whether they use a gun, knife, sword, bomb, or even a motor vehicle, it all boils down to the same thing. Mentally disturbed people or those bent on destroying our way of life. We have systematically shut down thousands of mental institutions over the last 35-40 years, where most of these individuals should be housed. We do not properly vet the thousands of people entering our country, especially those from middle eastern countries. The simplistic answer to terrorism by liberal democrats is more gun control. According to Dick, gun violence exists nowhere else in the world where gun ownership is limited. Tell that to the people of France and several other European countries who have very restrictive gun laws. I have to wonder if Dick even knows what a semi-automatic weapon is, but he would love to see them banned. He mentions an AK-47 as if it is any different in performance than dozens of other weapon styles. In closing, Dick should know the NRA has no desire to put weapons into the hands of criminals, the mentally ill, or terrorists. They strongly support the second amendment rights of law abiding citizens who wish to own a gun, whether it be for hunting, self defense, target shooting or any other legal purpose. Roger J. Nolfe Ticonderoga OBITUARIES
JoanÊ LouiseÊ Bederian WARRENSBURG — Joan Louise Bederian, 84 of Library Avenue, passed peacefully early Tuesday morning, Dec 29, 2015, at her home, held in her daughter’s arms. Born March 7, 1931 in Leominster, Mass. she was the daughter of Mark L and Catherine (Cahill) Daly, she never came to know her mother who passed later that same year. Her 42-year marriage to Charles Bederian began as an elopement from nursing school, ending at his passing in 1991; together the couple raised nine children. Perhaps you knew “Joanie” during her years as a waitress at Don’s Drive-In or at the Colonial Arms. Perhaps you knew her as a co-worker, bus driver or home health aide at Warren County Head Start where she retired in 2000. Perhaps you met her as she was a Board of Elections Poll Watcher. Perhaps you knew her as a congregant at St. Cecelia’s Roman Catholic Church. Perhaps you met her at Ashe’s, Basil & Wicks or George Henry’s as she enjoyed an adult beverage in the company of family and friends. Or perhaps you knew her through her children. In her early years Joan joined several bowling leagues. She enjoyed reading and was creative throughout her life; crafting, sewing and decorating. Every year she hand-crafted Christmas ornaments for each child, grandchild and great-grandchild. Her greatest enjoyment was to be surrounded by family and children. Though an area resident the last 65-years, she remained a dedicated fan of Sox baseball and Pats football. Beside her parents and late husband, Joan was predeceased by Thomas B. Bederian, her son in 1984, by Mark E. Daly, her brother in 2007, by Joseph H. Bederian, her grandson in 2013 and by Janice Baker Bederian, her daughter-in-law in 2013 as well as her in-laws Barbara Myer, and Harry and David Bederian. She is survived by 8-children and their families: Charles (Ronna) Bederian of Warrensburg, his children Katie and John (Andrea) and granddaughter Natalie. Steve (Molly) Bederian of Saratoga Springs, and sons Noah and Devin. Pete Bederian of Warrensburg and his son Jason “Jake”. Tina (Gary) Wenham of Central Square, and their sons Jamie (Reanna), Jason (Melissa), Nicholas and Mitchell, who have given them 4-granddaughters, 2-grandsons, and 2-great-grandsons. Mike (Robin) Bederian of Dallas, GA; their children Mike Jr. “Marv”, Jason Lacy, Lyndsey Bederian, Shawna Bederian, Zachary House, Britteny Cunningham, Megan Lacy, and their grandchildren; Dixie and Maci Wills and Jason and Luke Heard. Sue Bederian of Warrensburg and her children Allyssa (Michael) Yole and Colby Markey and a grandson Owen Yole. Shannon (Sam) Maille of Thurman. Phil (Becky) Bederian of Clifton Park and their son Alex. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews of her brother’s family David Daly, Marie (Bob) Fortin, Kathy (Steve) Craig and Dan Daly all of the Worcester, Mass. area as well as by five of her in-laws in the Franklin, Mass. area; Barsam Bederian, Betty Ober, Priscilla Sheridan, Leo Bedarian and Larry Bederian. Visitation was held on Saturday January 2, 2016 at Alexander Funeral Home, 3809 Main St, Warrensburg. A funeral service to celebrate her life followed the visitation as did burial at North Caldwell Cemetery, with Sister Linda Hogan officiating. The family suggested in lieu of flowers that a donation in her memory be made to Warren County Head Start, 11 Pearl St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 or to the Warrensburg Volunteer Fire Company, PO Box 371, Warrensburg, NY 12885. Please visit www.alexanderfh.net for online guestbook and condolences.
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Little Bits Selling door to door Gordie Little
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ho remembers Cloverine Salve? In the 1940s, I picked up a comic book and an ad leaped off the page. It begged me to sell the salve door-to-door with the promise of “prizes” galore. I was thrilled when that long cardboard tube arrived with round tins of salve. I hit up family members first. Then, I covered the neighborhood, knocking on doors and giving it my best pitch. I can’t remember if I sold all of them or if my mother had to take up the slack. I wanted what was pictured in the prize paper as a “Beautiful Indian Blanket.” I doubt if I peddled enough to “win” it, but I sent in the money and got a small prize by return mail. It was a scheme that worked for the company, but was eventually outlawed. I admit to being a terrible salesman. I once signed up as an encyclopedia salesman and was hit in the back side by many slammed doors. I later “worked” as a weekend salesman for a building company on Long Island and could never get anyone to sign on the dotted line. Kaye sold Avon Products and did very well. Last week, while cleaning out a sagging book case in the kitchen, laden with her cook book collection, she handed me a green hard-covered book. This first edition of “Watkins Household Hints” dates to 1941 and elicited a plethora of memories. The J. R. Watkins Company, dating back to the 19th century, involved millions of families by selling its products door-to-door. My older brother Jim remembers the Watkins salesman coming to our house in Westchester County. I do not. Kaye has vivid recollections of Watkins products in the Vaughan home up in Saranac Lake. Our copy of the book was signed by my late father, Russell E. Little, and is treasured for that reason. Also inside were several paper-backed publications. One is “Home and Garden Bulletin No. 62” titled “Removing Stains from Fabrics” from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Another is “Bulletin No. 67, “Insects and Related Pests of House Plants; how to control them.” A third is “Cheese in Your Meals,” issued by the Agriculture Department in July 1943. One paragraph reads, “In wartime, food supplies for civilian use change rapidly. It’s part of patriotism to be ready to shift our cooking and eating habits on short notice.” And, finally, there is a tiny “United Nations Cook Book” published by Crowley’s Milk Company. And you wonder why I save such things. In a small drawer near my chair is a Fuller Brush used for many years on our clothes. Hey, it’s guaranteed for life. We also have Stanley Home Products in our cabinets that go back decades. Kaye has to clean her shelves without consulting me. I would never let her discard anything. That’s the difference between us. She is my conscience. Love that lady. Columnist Gordie Little may be reached at gordie@suncommunitynews.com.
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Benefit dinner for the Beste Scholarship. Spaghetti with a choice of hearty marinara or vegetable marinara sauce, garlic bread, garden fresh salad bar, dessert and beverage. There will also be a Silent Auction & 50/50 Raffle. Tickets at door. $10 Adults / $5 Children. Details: 518-543-8833.
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Over 35 vendors on hand to help you plan. Wedding package give-aways and free door prizes. Details: 518-792-6092.
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Explore This month, Plattsburgh’s Strand Center for the Arts will display a special series of photographs by Penelope Clute. Penelope Clute, known locally as Penny, wasn’t always a photographer. If you’re a Plattsburgh native, you might remember her as one of the founding partners of Clute, Clute & Thompson. Or perhaps you recall her tenure as the Clinton County District Attorney from 1989 to 2001 – or more recently, as a city court judge from 2002 to 2011. In 2012, Clute retired from law and began nurturing her inner artist. After taking a weekend photography course in the Adirondacks, taught by the late Nancy Rotenberg, she began her creative journey. The exhibition, titled “Explorations,” features over 30 photographs that capture pieces of that creative journey. With shots from San Miguel de Allende in Mexico, New Zealand, Cuba and various US and Canadian locations, this collection truly portrays discovery seen through an artist’s lens. A portion of the exhibit, “Exploring Water,” pays close attention to colors and textures, while another, “Exploring Cuba,” turns its focus from nature to humanity and architecture. Explorations is diverse, it’s refreshing; yet it still manages to convey a feeling of familiarity through the intimacy of the photographs. The opening reception for this exhibit will be held on Jan. 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Discover new passions On Jan. 9, the Adirondack Mountain Club will celebrate Winter Trails Day with their 3rd annual Winterfest. Winter Trails Day is a nationwide initiative that aims to provide children and adults with the opportunity to try a variety of winter sports for free. This year, the Adirondack Mountain Club will provide classes on snowshoeing, dog sledding, skating, skiing and more. Inperson registration for Winterfest will be available at 9 a.m. at the High Peaks Information Center in Lake Placid. For more information, call 518-523-3441 or preregister online at adk.org Saranac Lake’s BluSeed Studios will host an introduction to oil painting workshop this month. The classes, taught by award-winning painter Nancy Brossard, are open to all skill levels. The workshop is split into three parts, with classes on Jan. 12, 19 and 26 at 5:30 p.m. The $150 registration fee includes instruction, paint and canvas boards. Participants are encouraged to
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Uncover new favorites Caffè Lena, Saratoga’s historic folk music mecca, will welcome the Philadelphia-based group Beaucoup Blue on Jan. 10. The music of Beaucoup Blue offers a hearty mix of folk, jazz, country and bluegrass. David and Adrian Mowry, the father and son duo that created Beaucoup, have been popular with the Caffè Lena crowd since the early 2000s. This time around, the duo will be accompanied by jazz/classical bassist Bill Zinno and Toronto drummer Jeff Sheard. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Beaucoup Blue takes the stage at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are $20. The indie rock group Daisycutter will perform at Stony Creek‘s Town Hall on Jan. 8. The band is fronted by singer Sara Milonovich, whose career has been incredibly diverse. In the past, Milonovich has worked as an accompanist and collaborator with such artists as Richard Shindell, Pete Seeger, Eliza Gilkyson, Jim Gaudet and the Railroad Boys and Mountain Quickstep, among others. In 2011, Sara toured Kosovo, Bulgaria, Moldova, and Turkey as part of The Rhythm Road: American Music Abroad. The band also features multi-instrumentalist Andy Goessling on mandolin, banjo, and dobro, Greg Anderson on guitar, Leo Traversa on bass, and Ben Wittman on drums. The show starts at 7 p.m. and is free and open to all ages. As part of the January Jams series, the Upper Jay Art Center — in Upper Jay, naturally — will host an open mic night on Jan. 10. The stage will be open to all skill levels. 2-6 p.m. Admission is free. On Jan. 7, the Glens Falls Civic Center will host legendary comic Gilbert Gottfried. Gottfried first gained popularity as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $27-32. For more information, call 1-855-GFCC-TIX. Whether your goal for 2016 is to get more organized, to exercise more, or to simply make it through the year, I hope that in your quest for self-betterment you are able to find time to enjoy the everyday things. A song, a photo… a nice pair of skis. Sometimes that’s the most difficult thing to do. But in the end, I would argue that it’s the most rewarding.
he New Year has begun, resolutions have been made and now we need only to find the resolve to see them through. In the North Country, this task is easier than you’d think. Opportunities abound — even if you have lived in the area for years, there are always new people to meet, new places to see, more events to attend for the first time. And there is always a chance that one of these new experiences will end up helping you on your own personal journey. Take a look at some of the notable events happening around the region this week: if any strike your fancy, venture out, put your shoulder to the wheel and revel in what is new.
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bring brushes of their preference. Call 518-891-3799 to register. Join the staff at TiNY Wellness Center in Ticonderoga for a free fit camp session. The TiNY Wellness Center offers a free class every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The next fit camp is on Jan. 8 from 6-7 a.m.
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BINGO PORT HENRY Port Henry Knights of Columbus, bingo, 7 p.m. Every Monday TICONDEROGA - Bingo, Ticonderoga fire house, 6:45 p.m. Doors 5 p.m. Every Thursday. CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS CHESTERTOWN - Chester Library, Chester Municipal Center, Main St. Story Time and Sing-A-Long 10:30 a.m. Details: 518-494-5384 or chesterlibrary.org. Every Friday. NORTH CREEK/LONG LAKE Preschool story hour, craft time. Town of Johnsburgh Library. 10 to 11 a.m. Every Friday.
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NORTH CREEK - Play Group is sponsored by North Country Ministry, and meets on the first, second and third Tuesday mornings each month, from 10-11:30 am at the Adirondack Community Outreach Center on Route 28 between North Creek and Wevertown. We offer creative play experiences for babies, toddlers and three year olds, accompanied by a caregiver. For more information call Teresa at 251-4460.
WARRENSBURG - Weekly computer instruction class, 3 to 4 p.m. Richards Library, Elm St. and Library Ave. Topic changes weekly. Details: 518-623-3011, visit the Friends Facebook page. Every Tuesday.
TICONDEROGA - Celebrate Recovery meetings. Board room, Moses Ludington Hospital. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Open to public. Details: Vince 518429-9173. Every Wednesday.
SILVER BAY - Northern Lake George Rotary Club meeting. Silvery Bay YMCA of ADK. 7:30 a.m. Details: Diane Dickson 518-5438051. Every Tuesday.
TICONDEROGA - Essex County Lethernecks, Marine Corps League, Det 791, Ticonderoga American Legion Post. 6 p.m. Active Marines and Marine Veterans invited. First Thursday of every month.
STONY CREEK - Garden club meeting following 10 a.m. Stony Creek Free Library. Details: 6965911. Every Saturday.
NORTH CREEK - Gore Mountain Seniors luncheon meeting at noon on Wed. January 27th. $4.00 Membership fee is due. Please call the North Creek Meal Site 518-2512711 to make reservation. .
TICONDEROGA - YMCA Teen Center. 123 Champlain Ave. Open hours: Grades 6 to 12, 3 to 6 p.m. Grades 9 to 12, 7 to 9 p.m. Membership free, form required silverbay.org. Details: Jackie 518-5035136, jpalandrani@silverbay.org. Monday through Thursday
MORIAH – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the Moriah Fire Department December 8, January 12, February 9, March 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, October 11, November 15, December 13, 9:30 am - 2:15 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS JOHNSBURG - Knitting Circle Thursday afternoons, 2:35 to 4 pm (students may take the bus from school, but must be picked up at 4 p.m. at the library). Johnsburg Town Library, Open to: grades 4 and up. Instructor: Mrs. Carol Pearsall, Mrs. Mary Jo. Keeler, and Mrs. Evelyn Greene, No charge, materials will be supplied, Register now by calling Mary Jo Keeler, 518-251- 3292. PORT HENRY - Range of Motion Class. Parish Center, St. Patricks Place. 9:30 a.m. Details: Peg Waldron 518-546-7582, Delores Lash 518-546-7128. Every Monday. TICONDEROGA - Free Opioid overdose responder training. Ticonderoga Community Building, 152 Montcalm Street, Basement Meeting Room. 2nd Tuesday of every month, 5 p.m. 6 p.m. Must call 518.563.2437, ext. 3403 to register. Must be at least 16 years of age to participate. TICONDEROGA - Take Control Exercise classes. Ticonderoga Armory Senior Center. 9:30 a.m. Free. Details: 518-585-6050, rsvp@logocail.net. Every Wednesday.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH LONG LAKE - Alcoholics Anonymous, lower level Wesleyan Church. 7 p.m. Every Tuesday.
PORT HENRY – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the Knights of Columbus November 12, December 10, January 14, February 11, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8 9:30 am - 2:15 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 SCHROON LAKE – 2015-2016 WIC Clinic Schedule at the Schroon Lake Health Center November 18, December 9, January 13, Feb 10, March 9, April 13,May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14 9:30 am - 2:15 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518-569-3296 TICONDEROGA - AA “Big Book” Meeting. Inner Lakes/Moses Ludington Cafeteria. 7 p.m. Every Thursday. TICONDEROGA Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group monthly support group for caregivers InterLakes Health, Ethan Allen Library. 4 p.m. Details: 518-564-3370. Second Tuesdays
TICONDEROGA - Support group people family members addictions. Library at Heritage Commons nursing home. 6:30 p.m. Every Monday. TICONDEROGA – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the Cornerstone Alliance Church December 7, January 4, Feb 1, March 7, April 4, May 2, June 6, June 27, August 1, August 29, October 3, November 7, December 5 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM November 16, December 14, December 21, December 28, January 11, 25, Feb 8, 22, 29, March 14, March 21, March 28,April 11, 18, 25, May 9, 16, 23, June 13, 20, July 11, 18, 25, August 8, 15, 22, September 12, 19, 26, October 17, 24, November 14, 21, 28, December 12, 19 9:30 am - 2:15 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 PUBLIC MEETINGS CROWN POINT - Crown Point Fire District Board of Commissioners meet. AE Phelps Fire Station. 6:30 p.m. Second Wednesday each month. CROWN POINT - Monthly meeting. Second Thursday of the month. Hammond Library. 4 p.m.
TICONDEROGA - Adirondack Trailriders, year-round, 7 p.m. Ticonderoga Fish & Game Club. Second Wednesday. TICONDEROGA - American Legion Post #224 Monthly Meeting. Second Thursday TICONDEROGA - Town of Ticonderogas Regular Town Board meeting. 6 p.m. Second Thursday. WESTPORT-The Boy Scouts will be meeting from 7:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday at the WADA Building For more info: troop8063@gmail.com, Jill Lobdell 962-4664 or Larry Carroll 569-5431. SENIORS CROWN POINT - Knapp Senior Center, 3 to 6 p.m. Dinner 4 p.m. Senior Center, Methodist Church Creek Road. Details: Tatum 518597-4491.Wednesday & Thursday.
NORTH CREEK – Mondays & Thursdays there will be Osteobusters exercise program. Free. 50+. 12:45 p.m. Johnsburg Senior Center. Details: Helene Goodman 518-251-2846. Doctors clearance before first session TICONDEROGA - Free arthritis exercises. Ticonderoga Senior Center, 10 to 11 a.m. Details: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County 518-962-4810, mba32@cornell.edu. Second and Fourth Wednesday SPORTS & RECREATION MINEVILLE – Open Bowling Fridays at the VFW. For more info call 518-942-6514 VENDORS
ICONDEROGA - Free arthritis exercises, Inter-Lakes Health cafeteria, 2 until 3 p.m. Details: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County 518-962-4810, Mary mba32@cornell.edu. Every Third Monday. INDIAN LAKE - Senior Citizens Bingo. Senior citizens meal site. 12:30 to 3 p.m. Details: 518-6485412. Every Monday.
HAGUE - Hague Fish & Game Club meetings. 7 p.m. Third Tuesday
LONG LAKE - Nutrition Site serving lunch to our area seniors . Monday-Friday @ Noon Great lunch and social time. All are welcome, so come join us! Call Colleen Smith at 518-624-5221
PORT HENRY - Town of Moriah Town Board meetings. Town Courthouse, 42 Park Place. 6 p.m. Second Thursday.
SCHROON LAKE - Schroon Lake nutrition site. Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. Call Keisha at 518-5320179. Everyone is welcome.
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Adirondack Pub and Brewery to expand winter lineup Organizers hope to ignite a new tradition with Funky Ice Fest By Christina Scanlon
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LAKE GEORGE — Each year, a popular winter carnival adds some sizzle to the season with tasty ales served alongside roaring bonfires. The organizers of The Adirondack Pub and Brewery’s Festival of Barrels hope an expansion of events will expand the focus from the brewery to other events. Next up: The Funky Ice Fest. “When people think Lake George, they think June, July and August,” said James McReynolds, brewery manager. The Winter Carnival organizers, he said, have put Lake George on the map throughout February with their successful event. He’s hopeful a January events series could expand in a similar fashion throughout the area. The brewery saw just a taste of that possibility in 2012, when the first Festival of Barrels was held. It drew more than 500 guests and has continued to grow. Set for Jan. 22-23 from 4-9 p.m., the Funky Ice Festival is
scheduled to feature a five-foot disco ball, unique playable ice piano and a DJ on tap with turntables (the public is invited to bring their own vinyl records to be played). A drink ice luge, two ice bars with signature drinks, discoinspired cocktails, fireside s’more making and an ice sculpting demonstration will also be available. McReynolds said the disco theme was chosen as it lends itself to a lot of possibility and is sure to be fun. For those not up for the cold, the pub will be open for dining from noon-10 p.m, with drinks available for purchase at the bar. The Ice Festival will be the first of Adirondack Brewery’s, but not the first in the area, said McReynolds. The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing had instant success with their Glacier Ice Bar and Lounge, and was visited by brewery owner John Carr, prompting a similar event. Carr founded the what was then a small brewpub in 1999, embarking on a $5 million expansion project in the last five years. Additional dining space, called the Beer Garden, was added upstairs and outside, A bottling line has been added, pushing beer sales outside immediate area. The former Off-Track Betting Corporation on Route 9 was purchased to accommodate the expansion about a year and a half ago, with hopes of all operations, including a distillery and tasting room, to be opened by the
spring. Once remodeled, the distillery and 3,000 square-foot barrel room will be able host private catered events. “It’s a cool little environment,” said McReynolds of the new location possibilities. “It’s always evolving.” An open house will be held prior to the Ice Festival, Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 5-8 p.m. to showcase the Adirondack Brewery’s new venue upstairs. The open house will include live music, complimentary snacks, free beer sampling and a tour of the new barrel room. For more information visit adkbrewery.com.
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hand, she said. “It’s been on our ‘bucket list for a long time,” Hoffman said, scanning the crowd on the beach. “It looks like we are the sober-est people here,” she added. Smiling, Newquist said the frigid plunge was a matter of personal renewal. “This is all about letting go and moving on — it provides a spiritual moment,” she said. “Dissolving the past,” agreed LaPoint. Savannah Minor of Glens Falls paused in her dancing and extended her yard-long selfie-stick to take a spontaneous self portrait with her friend Emily Ash, also from Glens Falls. “This is a great way to start off the year — it’s an experience to tell our friends about,” Minor said. Polar plunging for a purpose Enjoying the festive atmosphere on the beach were about 60 Rotarians of District 7190, all wearing red T-shirts, raising money to combat polio in third-world countries. Wearing the shirts that read “End Polio Now,” the Rotarians socialized, danced and explained their mission to other plungers. “You see all these signatures,” Rotarian Sue Austin said, pointing to the many inked names on her shirt. “These are people that paid to go in and not get wet,” she said. It was the ninth year for the group to raise money through
Hundreds of people charge off Shepard Park Beach into the cold water during the 2016 edition of Lake George New Years Day Polar Plunge. Wearing red T-shirts (on right) are members of regional Rotary clubs, rasing money to fight polio in third-world countries. Photo by Thom Randall
the polar plunge to fight polio. Participation of Rotarians which has grown every year, prompted in part by a trip to Nigeria by Anne Cargile. “For the survivors, the worst part is having no use of their arms and legs,” Cargile said. “When we go in the water, we temporarily lose use of ours, but we get it back — the polio survivors never get it back.” Over the years, the Rotary group has raised more than $50,000 in their charitable effort, Austin said. “The vaccination is only 63 cents a dose. We’ve helped hundreds of thousands,” she said. NEWBIES, VETERANS TAKE TO WATERS
Two young women react to the chilly water during the first wave of about 1,200 people taking a frigid dip into Lake George during the annual New Years Day Polar Plunge event. Those participating enjoyed fairly mild temperatures in this year’s edition of the event which has grown quite popular during recent years. Photo by Thom Randall
Seven-and-a-half year old Madelyn Barchetto and sister Jenna Barchetto, 10, of New Jersey were making their first-ever Polar Plunge on one of the mildest days the event has seen. The Barchettos were joining their friends, Vanessa Russo, 8, and Kyle Russo, 11. The children had decided to take the dip alongside their fathers, Chris Barchetto and Norman Russo, seasoned veterans of the plunge. Both Vanessa and Kyle were both claimed they each had the initial idea to take the New Years’ Day swim. The experience wasn’t new for Queensbury’s Ronnie Bryant and Corinth’s Frank Pingelski who readied for their sixth annual plunge. They said the warmer temperatures this year had attracted many first-time polar swimmers, who might not fully appreciate the fortitude and guts it took to withstand
polar swims in temperatures well below freezing. “This is amateur hour,” Pingelski said of the warm-by-comparison water. In some other years, ice has surrounded the dipping area, plus temperatures have been near zero and accompanied by stiff winds. But this year — as recently as Christmas Day, water skiers were seen skimming across the surface of Lake George. Dick Cummings, a judge from Providence, was one of the polar swimmers who has experienced the bitter cold of past years. The plunge has been a tradition for Cummings and his wife Joanna for 13 years. Pingelski joked he takes the plunge each year because it’s cheaper than going to the doctor for a stress test. Cummings agreed. “If you can prove you were here, you don’t need it,” he said. “After you’ve been in the water to your waist, all of your other problems go away,” Pingelski replied. Among those on the beach recovering after dashing into the lake were Julia Roura, 13, and her sister Erika, 11, of Mount Laurel, NJ. Their father, Phil Roura, had been coming up to the Lake George area for 40 years during summertime, and this year the family decided to experience Lake George in winter. Phil Roura said his friend Bob Bernhard suggested the New Years Day polar plunge would be a good way to acquaint them all with North Country winters. “The polar plunge was a little more harsh than I thought it would be — it knocked the wind out of me when I hit the water. Julia said her she decided to join her father in the frigid dip. “I thought it would be a lot for fun to go swimming while it was snowing,” she said as water streamed down her torso. Phil Roura rubbed Erika’s shoulders to warm her up. “I have no clue why I did this,” she said, shivering. “And I don’t know if I want to go into the lake in winter next year.” Nearby, rivulets of water ran down the faces of Lydia and Hannah Tironi, who were participating in the annual event with other members of the Mechanicville Fire Department. “I’ve been doing this New Years Day Polar Plunge for 10 years now, and it hasn’t got any easier,” Lydia said. Decades ago, the plunge was a promotional kickoff for the Lake George Winter Carnival, organized by Linda Duffy of Duffy’s Tavern. In the last several years, the Lake George Winter Carnival turned it over to Duffy due to liability and insurance concerns, and the event has grown exponentially under her rein. A portion of the proceeds of this year’s edition of the plunge will be donated to the Lake George Fire Department and the Lake George Emergency Squad, Duffy said.
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CHESTERTOWN — An installation service and welcome ceremony are set for Saturday, Jan. 9 for Rev. Randy Cadwallader, now leading the congregation at Faith Bible Church. Originally from Illinois, Randy and his wife, Kelly, were married in 1981. He brings to Faith Bible Church many years of ministry experience and education, according to a press release. His diverse experience includes serving as a local director with Crown Financial Ministries in the Virginia Beach/Norfolk area of Virginia and in a variety of leadership positions at Kempsville Baptist Church in Virginia Beach, where he was ordained as a minister. In addition, he served four years active duty in the U.S. Air Force as a security specialist. He later served three years as an Air Force reservist. In 1989, Cadwallader completed his bachelor’s degree in business from Western Illinois University and also holds a master’s degree in global apologetics from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA where he is currently a PhD candidate in theology/apologetics. The couple has two daughters. Bria Phillips and her husband Jonathan reside locally in Schroon Lake, while Amber Berry lives in Chesapeake, VA, with her husband Ryan. Randy and Kelly said they feel blessed and excited to be a part of the ministry at Faith Bible Church. Randy said he is looking forward to serving and leading God’s people as they seek to serve God and share the good news of Jesus Christ with the community and beyond. Faith Bible Church, 4 Hayes Road, Chestertown, is a non-denominational church incorporated in October 1976. All are welcome. For more information about the church, visit www. faithbiblechurchny.com. The service for Cadwallader will begin at 4 p.m. with a reception to follow.
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Notes from the North Woods Joe Hackett
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he season’s first ‘utilitarian snow finally arrived in the North Country, just in time for the New Year’s celebration. Although a wide, white carpet has been put down, the snow cover is still quite sparse and the base is quite limited. While the fresh snow will prove to be a boon for the local alpine ski centers, the storm also delivered enough of a base for the backcountry ski season to begin. Although the current snowpack is still rather limited in the heavily forested woods, there is enough snow for country skiers to get out on the local golf courses, and on many of the Fire Truck trails in and around the High Peaks and in the St. Regis Canoe Area. Skiers have been out on the Hayes Brook/ Slush Pond Trails, the Fish Pond Truck Trail, and on many of the adjoining the trail systems. Travelers should avoid the lakes and ponds, as the ice has not set up yet, and with the recent temperatures, it may not. While there is a powder surface in most areas, there remains a significant crust left over from the recent freezing rain, which can make traveling off trail rather unpleasant.
Angling outlaws Following the NYSDEC’s successful efforts to reintroduce/ restore landlocked Atlantic salmon into Lake Champlain and the rivers and streams that flow into the Big Lake, salmon have returned to many of the historic rivers and streams that they had once occupied, including the Saranac, the Boquet and over a dozen other tributaries. In fact, the salmon run that occurs on the Saranac River in the City of Plattsburgh is unique, as it hosts one of very few salmon runs in a river that flows through a major city. Unfortunately, there are bound to be some problems among the urban anglers. Even though the vast majority of anglers practice their craft within the limits of NYS fishing regulations, and according to “Fair Chase” standards; there will always be a few outlaws. Fortunately, they are eventually
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caught, as they have been in the past while snatching or snagging spawning walleyes on the Saranac River. More recently, NYSDEC officers reported a similar incident that had occurred when they witnessed snaggers taking salmon on the Saranac River in Plattsburgh. According to the DEC press release, ECOs arrested 38-yearold Joshua Todd and 34-year-old Christopher J. Dumas, both of Plattsburgh, N.Y., on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. The two men allegedly used an illegal fishing technique known as “snagging” to poach the fish. It involves dragging a weighted hook through the water until it gets embedded into the body of the fish. The men are charged with taking fish by means other than angling and Mr. Dumas is also charged with fishing without a license. Legendary flyfisherman, Lee Wulff, who championed the catch and release conservation philosophy among anglers, claimed “Snagging is an unclean disease!” In this case, I hope the local court system makes a concerted effort to eradicate the unpleasant disease by making an example of these outlaws. While the open water angling season is rapidly coming to an end, and lake ice has been slow to show; outdoor enthusiasts still have a variety of recreational outlets available in the local woods. Although the recent snow-cover has likely shut down the “shed hunting” season, the snow will provide hunters with an opportunity for some snowshoe hare or ruffed grouse. To date, the poor snowshoe rabbits, (aka varying hare) have been the most unfortunate creatures in the forest, as their fur changed to a bright white phase over a month ago. Their natural white winter phase does not offer much camouflage when there is no snow in the woods. Although they stick out like a sore thumb in the snowless surroundings, they don’t seem to realize they are so obvious. While walking through the swamps during the recent big game season, I discovered hares hiding in the hummocks of the swamp that were almost underfoot. They would have been invisible with the usual snow cover, but their cover was blown with the brown and green background. While snowshoe hare will be difficult to find with the current snow cover, the opportunities for ruffed grouse, aka partridge, will vastly improve; as snow cover reveals their tracks and travels, and highlights their silhouette in the balsams. It has been an excellent grouse season to date, and the local population appears to be peaking. It was difficult to still-hunt the local woods during the recent Big Game Season without putting up at least a dozen birds. While it’s always been easy to sneak up on grouse when you’ve got a deer rifle in hand; deer will be everywhere when you’re carrying a shotgun loaded with birdshot. It’s the hunter’s dilemma! Although there’s always the option of carrying an over/under rifle/shotgun that’s capable of shooting either a cartridge or a shot shell; a hunter must still make the instant decision of which barrel to use, which can be a difficult task when confronted with the sight or sound of game fleeing the scene.
also some leftover Basswood (Tilia spp.) that a friend gave me and I was cutting that up for campfire wood. I tend to get caught up in Rich Redman > Outdoor Columnist rich@suncommunitynews.com cutting wood and I marvel at what a tree is, a large woody plant that has taken 20, 30, 40, 50 or more years to grow to get to this size. Working in the woods is like working in a large garden. You manage your plants. You weed out the poor ones, nurture the good and harvest them when mature. The tree tells a story. Growing in some ran the round file along the tooth of shade and crowded by other trees, a hardthat chainsaw blade, with a slight twist wood tree may not have many lower branchof the wrist. A natural fluid motion es and have a straight bole that makes a highyou develop when filing down a tooth. The er grade of lumber. If it grows in full sun, it sheen of that sharp edge made me smile. A may have many branches and could make sharp saw cuts smooth and fast, like a good poor lumber, but lots of firewood. Growing whisky! A sharp edge is safer and less tiring in full sun also makes it a good shade tree to if the saw is used properly. Let the saw do sit under on a hot day after a hard day’s work. The stump or log end also tells a story. The the work. growth rings tell its age, and the weather. Getting a head start jump on next year’s firewood, while clearing some land, makes a The rings will show wet seasons from dry person happy. I would rather be ahead than seasons, based on the width of the ring, and if there was ever any forest fire that directly behind. I am usually early, and never late! impacted the tree. The rings show the stressAnyway, I was out cutting up some trees es of the seasons, like lines on your face. As that were dropped and making firewood it dries, it shows all the lines and wrinkles and logs. I was working on a Black Cherry of time. (Prunus spp.) and Ash (Fraxinus spp.). The While counting out the rings of time on boles of the trees were solid and true, so they the tree, it makes me think about what I was could be milled into boards. The upper stems doing 20, 30 or even 50 years ago when I was had defects and along with the top branches a young stem of a man. That is one thing that would make some fine, hot burning, coal making, all night lasting firewood. There was growing older does to you. We appreciate life
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I’ve received a number of letters regarding week’s column which detailed ongoing efforts to allow the use of Big Bore air-rifles during the annual Big Game Hunting Season. The column prompted one incredulous reader to complain, “Isn’t it a bit too early to publish an April Fools story? Air rifles for hunting deer, and bear; that’s a good one.” Fortunately, it’s not a joke. Modern day Air Rifles have the capacity to handle just about any type of Big Game animal that can legally be hunted. In fact, many ‘off the shelf ’ air rifles provide significantly more knock down power than muzzleloaders, and they are available in semi-automatic and lever action models. While the rifles are not silent, they are considerably more quite than traditional firearms. The ‘crack’ of a rifle shot is the result of the bullet breaking the sound barrier as it leaves a rifle’s muzzle. The report is actually a small sonic boom. Several readers voiced their concerns regarding ‘yet another special hunting season’. “Air guns?”, one asked, “what comes next, Pea-Shooters?” As I understand the current initiative, Air Guns will not have a specific hunting season, as is currently available for both archery and blackpowder. The use of crossbows which have been approved, was incorporated into the Regular Big Game Hunting Season. I would expect, if a proposal is eventually drafted and approved, Air Guns would likely be allowed during the Regular Big Game Season. It is unfortunate that some sportsmen, and women have taken such a stubborn, proprietary stance on their preferred method of hunting. Hunting is an activity that’s defined by the harvest. Humans have been on the hunt since they first learned to walk upright. In fact, the oldest hunting technique known to man was the ‘persistence hunt’ in which hunters actually ran the game down to the point of exhaustion. Although the practice is likely still utilized in some parts of the world, I expect motor vehicles now provide the ‘persistence’ element of the hunt. Elsewhere in this country, big game hunters have utilized an array of truly primitive weapons such as slingshots, spears, Atlatl’s and blowguns. Air guns would be far more efficient and humane compared to such standards. It would be a shame if the NYSDEC’s Pubic Comment period, which is intended to solicit and evaluate public opinion regarding the use of air rifles during the Big Game Hunting Season; turns into a public squabble similar to the nasty mess that occurred during the squabble over the use of crossbows. The hunting fraternity cannot afford to fight among themselves over what particular type of hunting tool is used, as long as the participants hunt within the framework of fair chase standards. In reality, hunters using Air Guns will have no distinct advantage over hunters that prefer to use regular firearms, muzzleloaders or crossbows. The use of Air Guns is currently allowed for many small game species including squirrels, rabbits, hares, ruffed grouse, and furbearers such as raccoons and coyotes. Under the General Regulations, Air guns may not be used to hunt waterfowl, pheasant, wild turkey, or big game. The proposed regulations regarding the use of Big Bore Air Rifles can be found online at http://www.dec.ny.gov/regulations/34113.html#p1s1803 Joe Hackett is a guide and sportsman residing in Ray Brook. Contact him at brookside18@adelphia.net.
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and time much more now than we did in our youth. With another year over, it’s an opportune time to think back, count your rings of time, and reflect on life and what and where we are. Hopefully you are digging on life! Anyway, my wife Diane and I hope you had a Merry Christmas and that 2016 is
good to you. We hope life is good to you all! Rich Redman is a retired District Conservationist for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and an avid outdoorsman. His column will appear regularly. He may be reached at rangeric@nycap.rr.com.
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Winter Carnivals moving ahead as planned Record warmth not affecting events... so far By Christina Scanlon
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LAKE GEORGE — Will the recent cold snap be enough for Winter Carnivals in the region to continue as planned? Organizers in Lake George and Saranac Lake say yes. “Either way, it’s on regardless of the weather,” said Colleen O’Neill, Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Committee public relations chair. The weather does seem to be cooperating, though. Earlier this
week, photos were posted to the Carnival’s Facebook page showing enough ice on Lake Flower, where ice for the famed ice palace is cut, to take on a layer of snow. O’Neill said the palace wasn’t worried about the lack of ice formation. “We can always adjust building. It’s amazing what they do in a short amount of time. They don’t really need massive ice blocks. They can do amazing things with small blocks. It’s really just stretch of cold weather that they need and it looks like that we’ll have that.” In Lake George, ice on the lake is a different story. Over the weekend, the Polar Plunge took place in water that registered 46 degrees.
Photos were posted to Facebook of water skiers in the lake on Christmas Day. Co-chair Linda Duffy said she was aware of the photo, though there was no reason for alarm. “There have been years with no ice. A lot of our events are not on the ice,” she said. For those that depend on the ice, there’s still hope. “In about two weeks we’ll know for sure, but we have plans in place. We’ve moved things before.” Moving things can mean relocating a particular event that doesn’t require the ice, such as the cook-off, to a park or street. “The fireworks will still go off, even if the major races don’t. If
we don’t have 12 inches of ice by second or third weekend, then we could possibly use a smaller lake.” Some events could be bumped to the final weekend, as well. O’Neill said the Saranac Lake set up is the same, with many indoor activities and non-weather dependent outside events, such as the parade. The ice palace is not in question, with the just the size of the blocks still up in the air. That relatively minor detail is nothing compared to the challenging construction in the palace’s history, the first of which was built in 1899. “They used horses and hand tools,” said O’Neill of the earliest year.
“They actually chose to make it more difficult,” she said, as the blocks were then transported for construction to a hill top setting where North Country Community College now stands. Today, heavy equipment replaces the horses and the palace resides on the shores of Lake Flower. Saranac Lake was the coldest spot in the continental U.S. Tuesday, Jan. 5, according to the National Weather Service, hitting 21 degrees below zero. Organizers for both carnivals will keep the public informed of schedules and any possible changes on their respective websites.
Breaking tradition, Wood challenges Geraghty for county CEO post By Thom Randall
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QUEENSBURY — For the first time in decades, all 20 Warren County supervisors will have participated in deciding — as of Jan. 6 — who is to lead Warren County government for the upcoming year. Traditionally, the annual decision on who is to be Chairman of the Warren County Supervisors has effectively been made behind closed doors. With Republicans dominating the Board of Supervisors for many decades, the annual selection of the county chairman nominee is made by only a handful of G.O.P. party leaders in their private caucus held in December. According to tradition, the politician selected by this Republican caucus is ceremoniously anointed by the full board in a unanimous vote at its reorganiza-
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Also taking the oath of office was former councilman Al Vasak, chosen by the board to be town Deputy Supervisor. A short time earlier, the board had invited him to take on Smith’s open seat, but he immediately declined. “It will never happen — I have to live in a house,” Vasak said with a laugh, adding that his wife wasn’t in favor of him serving again as town board member. Eddy’s legal inquiries to cost town? After the meeting, Eddy reiterated his opposition to Seaman con-
tional meeting in early January. Bucking this tradition, Town of Thurman Supervisor Evelyn Wood announced Jan. 4 she is running for the 2016 Board of Supervisors chairmanship — although incumbent chairman Kevin Geraghty, who’s led the county since January 2013, was chosen by the G.O.P. caucus to serve for 2016 — which would be his fourth term if endorsed by the full board on Wednesday Jan. 6. Wood, a Republican, was among those not invited to the G.O.P. caucus in December. Monday evening, Wood said that her intent in running for the post was to provide the full board of supervisors with a choice in leadership. “I’m not saying anybody’s been doing anything wrong, it’s just that the board really needs a fresh start, and I would provide a new look at
what we’re doing in county government,” she said. “If chosen by the full board, I’d work for unity and transparency.” This past year, traditional board unity has been disrupted as a few rebel Republicans plus several Democrats on the panel who have been critical of some of the actions the full board has taken. These actions include the handling of the sale of Westmount nursing home and the pending development of a new runway at the airport. Controversy has also erupted in 2015 over the long-standing Seimens co-generation contract that consultants say didn’t live up to its promised savings, and the Seimens geothermal installation which didn’t also didn’t provide the anticipated savings. Most of these controversial projects, however, were set in motion before Geraghty assumed the role of board chairman.
Wood said her first objective, if chosen, would be she was to streamline the county committee structure, based on ideas she’d heard from fellow board members. Alongside her candidacy announcement on Monday, Wood enclosed a new proposed set of consolidated committees, accompanied by suggested committee appointments. Geraghty said Tuesday that he also had proposed that committees be consolidated. He said he additionally has discussed his intentions to hold some night meetings and to promote unity on the board. Geraghty said he had met with Wood last week, at her request, to discuss his objectives for the board, and they talked about these issues — and her subsequent candidacy announcement came as a surprise. Wood confirmed the meeting, giving similar details.
Reports were heard on Tuesday that county Republican Party chairman Michael Grasso sent out a message to a number of Republican county supervisors, urging them to stick to the caucus’ choice of Geraghty to lead the board. This isn’t the first time Wood has taken a path independent of her party. In 2012, she announced her candidacy for a state Assembly seat, although her party’s leaders had chosen Dan Stec as their candidate. Stec won the primary as well as the general election, and he’s still serving in the Assembly. Tuesday, Geraghty seemed unfazed by the unprecedented challenge for the Warren County chairmanship. “It’s Evelyn Wood’s right to run for the chairman post,” he said. “But I want to stay in office another year — to get discord behind us and to continue our progress.”
tinuing as a board member. He had contacted town attorney Mark Schachner and requested an opinion on the impact of the tie vote, and whether Seaman it was legal for her to continue in office. Eddy produced a letter from Schachner dated Dec. 30 to an Albany law firm and to the state Board of Elections that affirmed the status of “failure to elect” and repeated Schachner’s advice in December to Supervisor Wood that an incumbent could hold over and continue to discharge their duties. The letter continues, however, that legal decisions on the issue by the state Attorney General haven’t been entirely clear. Schachner’s letter con-
cludes that the “most passive and conservative position” would be for the incumbent not to hold over and for the board not to fill the vacancy, despite apparent legal authorization for the two options. However, Schachner’s letter said that even if a citizen challenged the incumbent’s continuation, any decisions made by the town board during the extended tenure would remain valid. Wood said she was concerned that Eddy had independently contacted Schachner with the question without authorization from the town board, considering that Schachner apparently invested time into researching the issue, and the town would be billed for it. She
added that Eddy had independently contacted the Town Attorney last spring about the potential closure of Bear Pond Road, and his inquiry cost town taxpayers about $1,600. She said Tuesday that board members have been discussing passing a resolution that would specify that such inquiries by board members without full-board authorization, would not be paid for by the town. After the meeting, Seaman said she was pleased to retain her position. “At least half of the local citizens have been happy with me — and now it’s my job to make the other half of them happy,” she said. “Di-
versity of opinion is good, but unity of purpose is important. I intend to work on behalf of the interests of everyone.”
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The the Warren County Mu(McLaughlin) 2016 salary for the War- nicipal Center, 1340 $65,777.00; Commis- ren County Attorney State Route 9, Lake sioner of Elections shall be authorized by a George, New York and (Casey) $65,777.00; separate resolution of may be viewed on the Commissioner of Social the Board of Supervisors Warren County website Services $87,125.00; at a later date. at www.warrencounCounty Coroner (4) The Local Law is subject tyny.gov. $8,849.00; Coroners to a permissive referen- BY ORDER OF THE Physician $13,896.00; dum and shall become BOARD OF SUPERVICounty Auditor effective forty-five (45) SORS $52,275.00; County days after adoption un- AMANDA ALLEN, CLERK Clerk $74,770.00; Coun- less a permissive refer- NE-01/02-01/09/2016ty Treasurer $92,440.00; endum is presented un- 2TC-105223 Director, Real Property der the applicable proviTax Services Agency sions of the Municipal $60,475.00; Personnel Home Rule Law. Officer $74,312.00; Pur- A copy of said Local Law chasing Agent is available for inspec$70,780.00; Sheriff tion during regular busi$99,475.00; Public De- ness hours by contactfender $106,747.00; and ing the Clerk of the Superintendent of Public Board of Supervisors at Works/Sewer Adminis- the Warren County Mutrator $104,828.00. The nicipal Center, 1340 2016 salary for the War- State Route 9, Lake ren County Attorney George, New York and shall be authorized by a may be viewed on the separate resolution of Warren County website the Board of Supervisors at www.warrencounat a later date. tyny.gov. The Local Law is subject BY ORDER OF THE to a permissive referen- BOARD OF SUPERVIdum and shall become SORS effective forty-five (45) AMANDA ALLEN, CLERK days after adoption un- NE-01/02-01/09/2016less a permissive refer- 2TC-105223 endum is presented under the applicable provisions of the Municipal Home Rule Law. A copy of said Local Law is available for inspection during regular business hours by contacting the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors at the Warren County Municipal Center, 1340 State Route 9, Lake George, New York and may be viewed on the Warren County website at www.warrencountyny.gov. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
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