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Child abuse up in Clinton County “We can’t teach kids to keep themselves safe,” says Clinton County District Attorney’s Child Advocacy Center By Teah Dowling
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PLATTSBURGH — Over 160 child abuse cases have been reported this year across the region, according to the Clinton County District Attorney’s Child Advocacy Center. That’s up from 140 total cases in 2010. Executive Director Richelle Gregory announced the escalating stats at last week’s Clinton County Board of Legislators finance committee meeting.
So far this year, Clinton County had 83 cases, while Franklin County had 48 and Essex County had 14. The center opened in 2009 to serve Clinton County and started serving Essex and Franklin counties, along with the St. Regis-Mohawk Tribe, in 2015. Gregory said since opening and expanding services, the number of cases have increased steadily not due to substancerelated circumstances, as Essex County officials have reported, but “a better job of collaborating and coordinating.” The results of the first quarter showed child abuse occurred mostly within the age group of 7 to 12, second highest being 13 to 18. Gregory said a majority of the perpetrators are in a parent role.
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CHAZY — Jessica Bertrand was the maternal figure of the Chazy Rural Central School class of 2013. She used to do hair and makeup for plays and dances and had a zany sense of humor Teah Now her classmates are coming toDowling Writer gether to aid her in her fight against a rare disease. Bertrand was diagnosed with Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis — a very rare blistering eruption of the skin in adults — in late August 2013, shortly after graduation. Her friends said she took care of them since kindergarten. Now, they’re taking care of her. “In the beginning, we didn’t realize how serious it was,” said classmate Stephanie Gonyo. “It’s scary.” Bertrand takes prednisone to help treat the blisters. A certain cream is applied to help cope with the pain of her skin blistering and “shedding off,” said Michaela Cahoon.
Clinton County District Attorney’s Child Advocacy Center Executive Director Richelle Gregory announced the escalating stats at last week’s Clinton County Board of Legislators finance committee meeting.
Pictured above: (L-R) Classmates of Jessica Bertrand Sarah McNally, Caitlin Kozak Stephanie Gonyo, Michaela Cahoon and Justin Brothers all are helping with the Pancake Party on May 22 to help raise funds for medical and travel expenses. Pictured below: Jessica Bertrand
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SARANAC — Saranac Central’s $32,163,541 spending plan comes with an increase of 1.55 percent over last year. Taxpayers will see a 0.21 percent tax increase. For homeowners, that amounts to an estimated $5 increase per $100,000 in assessed value, a tax bill of $2,054 for the 2016-17 school year. By using $1.1 million of its fund balance, the district managed to stay below the tax cap by 0.78 percent. Superintendent Jonathan Parks said he’s pleased with the budget after facing about $12 to $13 million in cuts due to the Gap Elimination Adjustment, which the state legislature voted to eliminate this year. Over $600,000 has been restored this year. “It’s long overdue,” Parks said. “We’re happy to get that revenue back.” The district, he said, won’t be facing any cuts this year. >> See Saranac Budget | pg. 18
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CHAMPLAIN — Back in the day, Champlain was known for frog raising. History buff Robert St. John gave a presentation of the Champlain Frog Farm last week at the Samuel D. Champlain history center in Champlain. Emil Neuenfeldt and his wife, Marguarite, started the Champlain Frog Farm in 1937 after his frog raising days in Chicago where an averEmil Neuenfeldt age of half a ton of frog legs was eaten everyday. The Wisconsin native ventured to the North Country for reasons unknown to St. John. It’s rumored, he said, Neuenfeldt ventured to Champlain because of cheaper labor rates. Another assumption was that the North Country had just the right weather conditions for a frog farm. Frogs were brought primarily from Canada to the farm in burlap bags, each containing 20 to 50 pounds. They were sold at 25 cents a pound. “Sometimes, they would sneak them across the border,” laughed St. John. The croaking specimens were kept in a cement lined basin in which moisture conditions regulated to simulate those of shallow ponds helped keep them alive. At the first sign of spring, the adults, whose legs looked like pencils, would awaken from their winter hibernation and mate. During spawning season, tapioca-like eggs would appear and they would be transferred to the hatchery to be born. During the summer months, the adults would grow. Once large enough, employees would cut off their legs, skin them and send them off to become a meal on someone’s plate. The legs were sold by the dozen and by the pound to outlets not only in New York City, but other larger cities throughout the country. The remaining carcasses were used as fertilizer on nearby farms. Neuenfeldt operated the farm until his passing in 1954, when his son Richard took over the frog empire. The property jumped from owner to owner until March 2003 when St. John purchased it. Now, he plans on preserving what he can and telling the tale of the old Champlain Frog Farm. “You can only preserve history for so long until you don’t have the means to do it anymore,” he said. “But I hope to keep the history alive for as long as I can.” To learn more about the Champlain Frog Farm, visit the Samuel De Champlain History Center.
Pictured right: Once the frogs were large enough, employees would cut off their legs, skin them and send them off to become a meal on someone’s plate. The frog legs were sold by the dozen and by the pound to outlets not only in New York City, but other larger cities throughout the country. Photos provided
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City approves downtown outdoor café parklets Businesses granted, denied parking spaces for upcoming summer season By Teah Dowling
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PLATTSBURGH — As part of an annual rite of summer, the City Council approved and denied the use of parking spaces for outdoor café usage last month. Each year, downtown businesses are allotted the use of the spaces, a measure that allows them to move their businesses outside during the warm summer months. Several bars and restaurants were allowed to use one to four so-called “parklets” — designated parking spaces for outdoor seating areas — while others were told to seek other options. Among the winners: Irises Café & Wine Bar received four parking spaces; Olive Ridley’s, two; Peabody’s, two; and The Champlain Wine Company, one. The Pepper requested three spots but were only granted two
Disc golf clinics planned for locals PLATTSBURGH — The Town of Plattsburgh Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring two Learn to Play Disc Golf clinics for all area residents. Recreation staff will be available Tuesday, May 17, to lead folks through the course and teach the basics of Disc Golf from 6 to 7 p.m. They will also be holding a Women’s Only Clinic Tuesday, May 24, from 6 to 7 p.m. All discs will be provided or people can bring their own. The 18-hole course is located at the Cadyville Recreation Park. There are no fees to play the course and it is open year round from dawn to dusk. Call the Parks & Recreation office to pre-register for the clinic at 562-6860 or register online at townofplattsburghrecreation.com.
due to the third parking spot not being centrally located in front. Blue Collar Bistro and Hobie’s Sports Den were each denied two spaces due to the length of the sidewalk. At 18 feet, Margaret Street has the widest sidewalk. The city recently passed a law stating 6 feet must be made available for pedestrian traffic. Calnon said that’s enough room for a sidewalk cafe. One local merchant said he needed the spaces so his customers could park. Sam Pirofsky, of Ashley’s Furniture Home Store, said between the store and YAMA Sushi, there are eight parking spots. “I need those spots for my customers,” he said. After reconsideration, Hobie’s Sports Den was later granted the two parking spaces. The city approved the rates earlier last month. A parklet costs $200, the same rate as last year. The table fee also remains the same at $20. There are two new fees for this year: $15 for submission of a permit application for merchandise displays and sidewalk cafes and a $2 for merchandise displays per square foot. Also new to this year, businesses have to ensure they’re ADA compliant. Aleka’s outdoor cafe is currently not accessible for handicap locals since the cafe is blocked by a curb. To fix this issue, Owner Peter Kritziotis has said he intends on purchasing a foldable handicap ramp for $100 to $150 at Lowe’s.
A sign will be placed on the window of the restaurant saying there is handicap assistance available. “I’m all for accessibility,” he said. “I will comply.” Aleka’s was approved two parking spaces. Colin Read, owner of the Champlain Wine Company, also intends on doing all he can to ensure his outdoor cafe is accessible to everyone. Read has said he believes his business already does all the things the council is asking. “I think anything that can be done to make our downtown more accessible and attractive for visitors are good innovations,” he said.
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n the world in which we live today, opinions are no longer left at the water cooler, corner bar or on the front porch. The advent of the internet, social media and 24/7 talking heads have perpetuated a growing outlet for an opinionated public. Sadly, it would appear that giving voice to the masses has generated more anger versus providing a relief valve for us to just “get it off our chests.” In this enlightened age we all should have an opinion and the right to voice that opinion, there is no argument there. But then what? As a freedom loving people, how can we resolve these disagreements that are growing in our society? Disagreements that range from the simple to the extremely complex and from the most bizarre to the most deadly, a place where bodily harm is committed in the name of being right. I was always taught the truth was the easiest information to provide as it required nothing but the plain simple facts. It seems to me that we have mastered the ability to shape the truth to fit our purpose so well it then becomes the truth in the minds and hearts of those who crafted it. There in lies the biggest risk to the freedom we must share. We all want the truth, because in truth is fairness and reality. But when the truth is shaped for public consumption and is built around half truths and personal opinion that is where things go askew. Once people start accepting and arguing for the shaped version of the truth from an agenda driven perspective, we find ourselves completely lost without any sense of a compass that once always pointed true north. It is difficult for people who seek the truth to not be deceived when it is provided by a perceived trusted source. But exactly who can be trusted? Each of us needs to be less accepting of what we hear. Be more willing to respectfully question the source, while relying on the core values we’ve been given and good old basic common sense. When we only listen to those views that mirror our own we become less likely to be open minded and if we continue down this path as the trend seems to be forecasting, it’s difficult to see how the anger will lessen. Our search for the truth is what will keep our country strong. Openness, respect for our fellow citizen, fairness, equality to all and acceptance of differing views with a willingness to compromise must continue to be the basis for what we as a nation are all about. Dan Alexander is CEO of Sun Community News.
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Hail to the chef: Cuisine trail promises to be tasty treat for tourism biz
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he North Country has always been a fertile breeding ground for ideas. Not a week goes by where we don’t hear of another new committee, task force or grassroots organization formed to harness the undercurrent of energy crackling through the region. State and federal officials are quick to note the collaboration, hailing us for working together, for our grit and ambition that matches the mountains that characterize the landscape. Some ideas fizzle, others never achieve liftoff. Even fewer translate into organizations with sustained momentum. That’s why we’re so pumped about the effort underway by a group of Essex County stakeholders to form a regional cuisine trail. The idea is simple: Leverage our agricultural assets to attract tourism. The seeds were planted last year by a local civic booster. Following an initial meeting in January to ascertain public interest, the idea rapidly gained momentum. An organizational nucleus was formed. Benchmarks came quick. And word spread like wildfire. Progress was so swift, in fact, neighboring counties seized on the concept. Sign us up, they said. Talk about a grassroots idea. Now, four months after that initial meeting, proposed culinary trail routes are in the process of being mapped out in Clinton, Franklin and Essex counties. Once Albany approves, we have liftoff. There’s a lot to love about our local food culture: Dairy in Franklin County is second-to-none. Clinton County’s rich apple and maple industry is renowned for quality, while Essex County is home to a new generation of young farmers who are producing enough items to ply your breakfast, lunch and dinner tables with an ever-expanding array of homegrown items. This isn’t empty calories. Not only is the local food movement here to stay — the idea is no longer relegated to the realm of off-the-grid types — but gastro-tourism, too, is on the rise. Once an exotic idea limited to foreign shores, the concept is taking root right here in our backyard. Believe it or not, people will pay to experience what we have to offer. No other entity is quick to seize on the deep interest in local food production than the state, who has pumped resources into virtually every sector of the agricultural industry, from relaxing restrictions on domestic alcohol production to providing marketing opportunities for even the smallest food producer. Foodies traveling to the region isn’t just beneficial for farmers, brewers and vineyard owners, but also for the places where they will tucker in and loosen their belts at night. It’s beneficial for the businesses that may hold events to seize visitor interest — like cooking classes at local farm granges, for instance — and an asset for the retailers and service providers who will benefit from an entirely new cohort of visitors who wouldn’t otherwise visit the region. And it’s also a boost for our self esteem. A sense of collective pride is important.
In this business, cynicism comes easy. We’ve seen so many promising ideas limp along, left to languish and make wobbly orbits around the rubber chicken dinner circuit. But this seems different. It’s a testament to having an idea and following through. We’re reminded of a mantra that stemmed from another people-powered project, the Big Tupper Ski Area. “Those who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those doing it.” Kudos to the engines behind this movement. The only thing missing from the equation is a unifying regional food — something synonymous to New York’s North Country as the cheesesteak is to Philly. Or the deep dish pizza is to Chicago. Any suggestions? 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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AmbiguityÊ inÊ policy To the Editor: I understand the publisher can use his column as he sees fit. I also believe that the editors may write their opinion piece on any subject. I also feel that the paper has the right by ownership to charge a person, any person of any political party, a fee to speak about the good of their candidate. However, in all fairness, shouldn’t those who want to speak ill of someone’s candidate have to pay the same fees? I have for the past couple weeks read letters to the editor that have been written about the bad points of federal candidates of the two major parties. How about a policy that calls for no political letters on candidates or free it up for all. Win “Chief ” Belanger Willsboro
CountyÊ needsÊ restructuring To the Editor: Recently, there have been discussions in Warren County on the possibility of changing how voters are represented at the county level of government. As to be expected, there has been significant resistance to the idea from many of the folks who currently represent us at the county. At first glance, the changes proposed would seem to result in a reduction of income for the dual role town supervisors and that voters from the smaller towns would lose influence and be overwhelmed by Queensbury and Glens Falls. I find the arguments concerning a loss of influence to be meritless. The proposals being put forward would divide the county into districts of equal population. In one very good proposal put forward to the board, the towns inside the Blue Line would get three of nine total legislators. In this proposal, all residents of Warren County would be equally represented and there would be none of the artificial false equality and political alchemy involved with the “weighted” voting system we have now. Town supervisors would still be able to make their views known to the legislators and speak at meetings. Also, town supervisor endorsements would be important in county elections. I think those opposed to these measures are overlooking the benefits we would all receive by having fulltime town supervisors not distracted by and out of office on county business. In keeping with a move to truly fulltime town supervisors, I would support changes in compensation to these officials that would bring their pay and benefits in line with and proportional to other full time elected officials in the towns. That would be money well spent. Please contact your town supervisors and voice your support for the initiatives modifying our county government to conform to the well-established American principles of good government. Bill Mahar Warrensburg
WeÕ reÊ killingÊ LakeÊ Champlain To the Editor: What fascination, wonder and joy overtook me when I first met the bays of Lake Champlain in Essex as a young boy. Bluegills and chain pickerel would sun themselves quietly at the mouth of the Library Brook, at least until spooked by a curious boy! Bowfin, gar, pike, bullhead, and perhaps the oddest of all, the sea lamprey (I kept one as a pet for a day or two) were seen on rare occasions. Schools of baby perch stretched out as far as the eye could see. Huge schools of young smelt plied the open waters of the lake, drawing ample schools of perch to the surface to feed. A decent catch of either was common off Begg’s Point in both summer and winter. Than the state began its massive pesticide dumping program. Yes the sea lamprey died; the American eel did as well and is now gone. The chemical attack has squarely leveled the very base of the natural food web. Fish, such as the sturgeon will not return to dead river deltas. Sewage effluent now trickles into the Library Brook where I once waded in blissful hours of fascination. There’s gunk and oily slime there now. Blue green algae runs
rampant during the warmer weeks of summer. Lake Champlain is a big system. It will take a lot of killing to kill it completely, but we’re doing pretty well. Go try and catch a perch off of Essex now, or anything else that wasn’t stocked; you will see what I mean. Michael Peden Willsboro
ClintonÊ CountyÊ onÊ theÊ rightÊ trackÊ withÊ connectorÊ path To the Editor: Regarding the article “Village officials discuss proposed extension of recreation path” that appeared in the April 27, 2016 edition: I applaud the efforts of Clinton County to integrate a connector path behind the Rouses Point Civic Center. Doing so will give all local residents more opportunities to walk, connect with neighbors and climb and play outdoors. Clinton County is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, but it is often only tourists who get to enjoy it. Today, one-quarter of county residents report being physically inactive. Developing the path and installing a trail counter to measure residents’ use of it are creative ways to encourage a more active, healthy community. The work Clinton County is doing—listening to community members’ ideas and concerns, identifying existing resources to modify or build upon and measuring outcomes—should be a model for communities throughout the region and across New York State. David Sandman President and CEO New York State Health Foundation New York
UseÊ yourÊ voteÊ wisely To the Editor: The political campaigns are zeroing in on conventions, nominations, and subsequent elections. Here is something to ponder as we get closer to the ultimate goal. Let’s travel back in time to 1929. The Great Depression spread havoc throughout the world. This economic disaster brought a giant like America to its knees and plagued many nations in varying degrees. Each affected nation sought ways to crawl from beneath the weight of this economic collapse. Fast forward to three years later, 1932. A political outsider known for his fiery speeches promised a renewal to greatness. He promised an economic and social Renaissance as he led this fringe political party (NSDAP). His rhetoric touched a large segment of society and he was voted into power in 1932. By 1933 many of his promises materialized into reality. By 1938 he was named Time Magazine’s “Man of the Year.” Enter Adolf Hitler elected by the people. Now in 2016 does America possess the same social, political, and economic issues that fanned the flames of extremism back in the 30’s. Maybe not all the issues exist in the same degree, but do some echo the fanatical speeches of another time and place? In conclusion, do I think America is headed down the identical path to the abyss? Absolutely not, but I sincerely hope that all American voters use the next six months to seriously think about their vote. It’s a powerful tool, use it wisely! Don’t squander it! We have an obligation to vote to enhance the beauty of freedom. Kenneth Sausa Lake Placid
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H&H Music starting on a high note
PLATTSBURGH — H&H Music opened for business on March 1 at a new location offering voice and piano lessons. Since then the local business has expanded into so much more. On April 25, owners Wanda Haby and Dr. Helwanji hosted an open house at their 762 State Route 3 location in the Airport Plaza in Plattsburgh. Haby has been giving voice and piano lessons to students for five years with the hopes of expanding the business. After a year-long search, Haby and her new business partner, Helwanji, found the perfect location to add a retail shop and to accommodate additional lesson rooms for a wider variety of instruments. The shop has four rooms dedicated to sheet music by more than 50 different music publishers, as well as music books and a wide variety of unique gifts for the music lover. The sheet music includes compositions from Germany, Brazil, the Middle East and South America, to name a few. “If it’s in print, we can get it,” Haby said. With three music relations specialists on board, H&H Music now offers private and group lessons not only in voice and piano, but violin, cello and double bass among others. They are also compiling information on local and regional performing groups and artists to add to their free referral lists for anyone looking for a band, duo, singer, or instrumentalist for all kinds of events from weddings and graduations to company gatherings. H&H Music is currently accepting new students and has begun working on their summer schedule of classes which include: group guitar (Tuesdays and Thursdays from June to August); bluegrass fiddling; sound engineering; voice; piano and foreign language instruction for beginners and advanced students in both French and Arabic with Helwanji.
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Little Bits A strange word or two Gordie Little
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hey say, if you can learn one new word every day, your life will be enhanced. I don’t think I’ve ever kept track, but I love words—old ones and new ones. Here’s one of my favorites: quockerwodger. I’ll give you a little time to chew it, swallow it and digest it. I dare you to try and use it in a proper sentence. Give up? I hadn’t seen it in print for years until my friend Julie Dowd dropped it on me. I hope she blushes appropriately when she sees it here. I’ll give you a hint: Pinocchio would know. One definition is, “A politician, one of whose strings of action are pulled by somebody else.” That would fit a number of politicians I have known through the years. Another definition is, “A wooden puppet controlled by a string.” From what I can determine, quockerwodger originally referred to a marionette operated by a single string attached to the head. It’s loosely-connected arms and legs trembled and wobbled and shook when manipulated. During the 1800’s, political writers adopted the term to define what they called “pseudo-politicians.” I’ve also seen it as quockwodger. The jury is out on the specific origin, but you can work on that yourself. The earliest published reference I could find was the middle 19th century. Some have called it a slang word, but I would lobby to insert it into my personal lexicon. Don’t be shocked to see me using it here every chance I can in the future. Say it aloud. Someone in the room with you is bound to think you have dribbled the last of your marbles away. Not me. I like the sound of it. If I were to walk up to some of today’s politicians and call them quockerwodgers to their faces, they might try to file slander lawsuits against me. Goodness knows there are lots of wooden marionettes in this year’s crop and lots of shady folks trying to hide behind the curtain and pull the strings. Please don’t misunderstand. I know many upstanding politicians, but I also eschew mentioning others who consistently sully the field. That makes me think of some more fun words that aren’t used much these days: blackguard, rapscallion and coxcomb come to mind at the moment. My late mother called me a rapscallion more than once. I earned it. I also like the word jollux, as it kind of describes the corpus I see in my mirror every day. Kaye and I often exchange a buss, which is a quick kiss. Our marriage vows and the Holy Bible said, “What God has joined together, let no man put asunder.” I like the word asunder as well. I will leave you scratching your head over another interesting and archaic word: quagswagging. Look it up in your Funk and Wagnall. Columnist Gordie Little may be reached at gordie@suncommunitynews.com.
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EYE ON THE ARTS
May Daze
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s the days grow longer — the sun shining a little more — it seems there are a lot of folks not yet ready to believe that summer is on the way. And who can blame them? Though the winter was mild, it seemed to stretch on for weeks longer than expected, popping up again just when we thought it was over. However, I am not among the skeptics. I remain optimistic that the days ahead will be sunny and serene. I shed the May daze when I leave my winter coat at home. This week we have a variety of events taking place around the region. Each promises fun for skeptics and optimists alike. Take a look. The Lake Placid Center for the Arts will host Rhythmic Circus’ “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now!” on May 14. Infusing their unpredictable blend of hard-hitting tap, high-spirited humor, and finger-snapping tunes, Rhythmic Circus satisfies their “rhythmic appetite” on everything from sand to folding chairs. Tapping their way from one musical genre to the next, this unforgettable show is guaranteed to leave audiences of all ages amazed. “We created �Feet Don’t Fail Me Now!’ out of the desire to get people back in touch with the spirit of celebration,” said cocreator Nick Bowman. “The name of our show comes from an old New Orleans chant dating back to the early 1900’s — a time when the city was rich with culture and spirit, they literally had parades every Sunday just to celebrate their lives and community.” The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tickets are available from the LPCA Box Office. For more information, call 518-523-2512 or visit lakeplacidarts.org. The Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts in Blue Mountain Lake will host the Sultans of String as part of their Second Saturday Concert Series on May 14. Canadian band Sultans of String has performed their unique blend of Spanish flamenco, Arabic folk, Cuban rhythm and gypsy jazz to audiences all over the world. Tickets are available online at adirondackarts. org, and cost $20 for non-members. The show begins at 7 p.m. Call 518-352-7715 for more information on the show and other upcoming events at the ALCA. The “Spring for the Arts” Golf Tournament to benefit the Lake George Arts Project will take place on May 14 at Cronin’s Golf Resort in Warrensburg. Entry costs $90 and includes lunch, golf and cart, a chicken BBQ dinner and prizes. For more information, or to register, call 518-668-2616. The Hyde Collection in Glens Falls will open a new exhibit on May 15. “Christo & JeanneClaude: The Tom Golden Collection” features over 125 original drawings, sculptures, collages and photographs that trace the career of renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude; capturing the versatility, longevity and international scope of the duo’s extensive career. Tom Golden’s personal and professional relationship with the artists began in 1974 during public hearings for Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s project “Running Fence.” This collection, one of the largest collections of art by Christo and Jeanne-Claude in the United States, represents not only the special relationship between an artist and a collector, but also the collaborative effort between the artists and the many people involved in producing the works. A special lecture about the exhibit is scheduled to precede the opening on May 14 at 3 p.m. In this lecture, Professor Jonathan Fineberg will examine why the work of Christo and Jeanne-Claude continues
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to have such an enormous impact. Tickets for the pre-show lecture are $10. To RSVP, contact Colette at 518-792-1761 (ext. 310) or adminassist@hydecollection.org. The exhibit itself will be available for viewing during normal gallery hours until June 26. The ROTA Studio and Gallery in Plattsburgh will host another punk showcase on May 14. Bands to be featured in this show include Michigan natives The Vulnerable, Vermont’s Better Things, and local pop-punk group Nothing Good. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are set on a $3-10 sliding scale – attendees are encouraged to pay what they can afford. The show is all ages and substance-free. For more info, contact ROTA through their Facebook page. The Elizabethtown Social Center, in conjunction with North Wind Tours, will offer local theater enthusiasts a day trip to Proctors Theater. Attendees will travel from Elizabethtown to Schenectady to see the Broadway tour of “Once: the Musical.” Tickets are $143 per person and include transportation via deluxe motorcoach and dinner after the show. Preregistration is required, space is very limited. For more info, contact Arin at 518-873-6408. Poets Vince Quatroche and Dan Berggren will perform at Saranac Lake’s BluSeed Studios on May 14. Quatroche and Berggren first crossed paths in 1978. After some coffee and a few stories, they continued on their separate ways — but chose to stay in touch. Many miles later, they’re still meeting for coffee and stories — sometimes in front of an audience. Together their musical stories and spoken word soundscapes explore shadows, echoes and promises, broken and kept. Quatroche and Berggen’s performance, titled “Real Poems from a Real Poet,” will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. For more info, call 518-891-3799 or contact admin@bluseedstudios.org. Elizabeth Izzo is the arts and entertainment columnist for Sun Community News. Reach her at Elizabeth@suncommunitynews.com.
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Beatific Buzz Westport resident Tim McGarry takes all-natural approach to beekeeping By Pete DeMola
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WADHAMS — From a distance, the scene looked chaotic. The man would remove a wooden frame from a box, subject it to a puff of smoke and inspect it before gingerly placing it into another box. He did so again and again. Bees were everywhere. Thousands of them. Tim McGarry has been beekeeping since 1981, right before a one-two punch shook the industry. First came the tracheal mite in the mid-1980s, then the varroa destructor in the 1990s — parasites, both, that wiped out entire colonies and presented what McGarry said was the most existential threat honeybees had ever faced, especially in the cold weather climates where bees winter. “I’ve experienced severe losses myself,” he said. For the past six years, McGarry has been cultivating colonies naturally, without the use of treatment — namely the use of pesticides to zap the parasites (which eventually developed a resistance). “You’re breeding smart mites but not selecting the best bees,” McGarry said. Honeybees have a strong capacity to regenerate after being knocked out, he said. He’s now working with the strains with depleted numbers, repopulating them, one bee at a time. McGarry spent Saturday morning at his apiary in Wadhams, right before the road forks and opens out into scenic vistas dotted with farms. It’s a good place, he said, protected on one side from the elements by an old dairy barn, with a neighboring field providing plenty of sources for pollen. Beekeeping seems disorderly, but it’s not, McGarry said — The key is simply producing lots of bees. And try not to get stung. McGarry cultivates colony divisions. Ideally, a queen will lay eggs in each comb, which will then be papered over by the worker bees. Hopefully, honeybees will eventually emerge and form a new “nuc,” or nucleus colony — a honeybee starter pack, so to speak, all chemical-free. Each frame has 1,200 sides. A healthy frame will see bees in just about every comb, very densely packed. Several frames can fit into each crate depending on the size. Room must be allotted for the colony to store incoming nectar. McGarry can use these to start new colonies for himself or other local beekeepers. He often sells queens when available — Russians, specifically bred. Honey is also produced under the Boquet Valley Farm banner. A good queen at the peak of a season can produce 1,000 eggs per day — that’s 1,000 honeybees, he added. “You can have an amazing amount of bees in a short amount of time.” McGarry moved frames from box to box as he constructed colonies. The opening of each crate was accompanied by a gentle tuft from the smoker. He pointed at a queen, larger than the others as she looked for an empty cell to deposit her eggs. The workers droned. Honeybees don’t want to sting, he said.
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And beekeepers can select gentle bees. But as he opened and inspected each box, he issued the smoke to reduce the alarm pheromones. Bees survive the winter by eating honey and clustering together to generate warmth. McGarry prepared 50 colonies for the winter, of which 39 made it through, wrapped loosely in roofing tarp. Eleven died, the frames were mostly empty upon inspection. Swarming, when the queen leaves the colony with a large group of worker bees, is a natural part of the life cycle. While keepers try to prevent it, their departure is not always possible. The main honey flow in this region is the monthlong stretch from early-June to early-July, with clover and basswood serving as the two top nectar sources. Dandelions provide an “incredible” source of nectar and pollen, McGarry said, and is the main source bees use in spring to build up their numbers. The end result is a light-colored honey. Not many folks do what McGarry does. There might be a guy in Crown Point, he reckoned, and others in Vermont and New Hampshire. There’s nothing necessarily wrong with honey made from treated bees, he said. But all-natural products simply have one less inorganic substance in them. Spring is the busiest time of year. The beekeeper feels confident his bees this year will have all the characteristics he’s been trying to cultivate for the past six years. McGarry’s progress will be bolstered by a grant from the Adirondack Council and the Klipper Fund that will allow him to purchase and modify equipment. Doing so will allow him to grow capacity by 20 percent, allowing him to bump his nucs from 50 to 60 per year. Even this particular day looked promising. “I’m going to wind up with some big colonies by the end of the day here,” McGarry said. Once you acquire bees, they’re your charges, he said. He always learns something new — “They always fascinate me in that way.”
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Due to the medications, her bones have weakened, along with her immune system. Now, she can have very few visitors due to the threat of easily contracting an illness. There is no known cure for the disease. “I was shocked and saddened when I learned this,” Cahoon said. Bertrand has traveled to a number of doctors in Chicago, Albany and Boston, primarily Fletcher Allen in Vermont, to find different treatments to combat this illness. However, her condition is getting worse. Bertrand’s classmates started fundraising and taking in donations to help with the family’s medical expenses not covered by insurance and travel expenses. The class will be hosting a Pancake Party on May 22 as one of those fundraising efforts. They said they’re hoping to raise $1,000 at the event. So far, the class has raised over $1,000 in donations from the students, their families and members of the community. “We’re a really small community,” Caitlin Kozak said. “But we help each other as much as we can.” The Pancake Party will take place May 22 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Chazy American Legion Post 769. Eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee, orange juice and milk will be served. It costs $5 per person and children 5 and under are free. Donations can be made online on Crowdrise or mailed to Chazy Central Rural School c/o Kathryn Brown, 609 Miner Farm Road, Chazy, NY 12921. Checks can be made payable to CCRS Drama Club. For more information, call 518-846-7135
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ext. 107.Bertrand, before graduating in 2013, spent six years of her time at Chazy Central Rural School as a Jessica member of the Drama Club. Her classmates shared how she used to do hair and makeup for the plays. Photos provided by Katherine Brown
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Softball The Lady Eagles finished fourth in the Lake Placid softball tournament held May 7. The Eagles started the tournament against Section X’s Franklin Academy, who scored four runs in the sixth inning to pull away for a 10-5 win. Michaela LaFountain had a triple in the loss, while Maggy Chauvin and Abby Bone each had doubles. Hali Bell went the distance in the circle, striking out two. In the consolation game, it was an offensive outburst for both the Eagles and the host Blue Bombers, with Lake Placid walking off with an 11-10 win. Maggie Chauvin added another double to her offensive day, while LaFountain struck out six in the loss. On May 6, Michaela LaFountain allowed only one hit while striking out six but was unable to come away with a victory in a 2-01 defeat at the hands of Saranac. LaFountain had a single and double on offense for the Eagles, while Olivia Trudeau also had a pair of hits.
Girls tennis The Eagles scored in two singles matches and one doubles
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Softball — Saranac Lake at Saranac, 4:30 p.m. Softball — Plattsburgh High at Northeastern Clinton, 4:30 p.m. Softball — Peru at Beekmantown, 4:30 p.m. Golf — Plattsburgh High at Beekmantown Golf — Peru at Seton Catholic Golf — Saranac Lake at Saranac Tennis — Northeastern Clinton at Plattsburgh High Tennis — Saranac at AuSable Valley Tennis — Northern Adirondack at Peru Tennis — Seton Catholic at Lake Placid
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Abigail Hearns match to score a 3-2 win over Peru May 6. Rylee Fesette battled back from a 3-6 opening set to score a match win with sets of 6-4 and 6-0. Lidiya Kalarash had a much easier time, only dropping one game in a 6-0, 6-1 victory. In doubles, the team of Emma Beach and Sierra Gowette scored a 6-2, 3-6, 6-2 win.
Baseball The Eagles scored eight times in their final two trips to the plate, including a six run explosion in the sixth inning to score a 10-3 win over Saranac May 6. Nate Hebert had three hits for the Eagles, while Brantley Marion added two. Keenan Regan and Dominick Bordeau each hit doubles, while Manny Brinson took the win on the mound, striking out eight. Keenan Regan had a pair of singles and 5 RBI while pitching for the win in a 24-0 defeat of Moriah May 5. Evan Burnell and Justin Carnahan (double) each had three hits in the game, while Ryan Criss had five RBI thanks to a double and triple in the game. Tyler McNamara added two hits, while Brantley Marion his a home run and Alex Archer, Nathan Hebert Dominick Bordeau each had a double. The Eagles scored five runs between the second and third innings May 4 to score a 5-3 win over Northeastern Clinton, with Brantley Marion earning the win and Nathan HeBaseball — Saranac at Saranac Lake, 4:30 p.m. Baseball — Northeastern Clinton at Plattsburgh High, 4:30 p.m. Baseball — Beekmantown at Peru, 4:30 p.m.
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bert picking up a save in relief. Keenan Regan connected for a double and home run, while Hebert added a double along with Manny Brinson.
Golf The Eagles scored a tiebreaker victory against Northeastern Clinton May 5 after both teams won three matches apiece. Alex Farqui recorded the low round of 46 in a four-stroke victory, while Evan Dyke (48) and Dylan Hazel (57) also scored wins.
Boys track and field The Eagles scored a 78-53 win over Saranac Lake May 3. Nate Handy scored wins in the 100 and 200 while Brogan Arthur won the long and triple jumps.
Girls track and field The Lady Eagles scored a 77-55 win over Saranac Lake May 3, with Kirsten Villemaire winning in the 1,500 and 800 while Elisabeth Plympton won in the 100, 200 and long jump.
Track and Field — Saranac at Peru, 4:30 p.m. Track and Field — Peru at Northeastern Clinton, 4:30 p.m. Track and Field — Lake Placid at Seton Catholic, 4:30 p.m.
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Baseball — Plattsburgh High at Beekmantown, 4:30 p.m. Baseball — Peru at Saranac, 4:30 p.m. Softball — Beekmantown at Plattsburgh High, 4:30 p.m.
Golf — Beekmantown at Moriah
Softball — Saranac at Peru, 4:30 p.m.
Golf — Saranac at Northeastern Clinton
Golf — Northeastern Clinton at Seton Catholic Golf — Plattsburgh High at Peru Golf — Saranac at Moriah Golf — Beekmantown at AuSable Valley Track and Field — Beekmantown at Plattsburgh High, 4:30 p.m.
Golf — Lake Placid at Plattsburgh High Golf — AuSable Valley at Peru
Friday, May 20 Golf — Saranac at Beekmantown Golf — Plattsburgh High at Moriah
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Golf The Indians scored a pair of wins in falling to Moriah 4-2 May 6. Dylan Baker shot the low round of the day for the Indians with a 41 in a two-stroke victory, while Brett Ciolek fired a 47 in a five-stroke win. On May 4, Jordan Guay fired a 33 as the Indians scored a 6-0 win against Northeastern Clinton. Gavin Plimpton (42), Dylan Baker (38), Alex Fisher (44), Brett Ciolek (46) and Kevin Fisher (48) all scored wins. Jordan Guay had a 36 on the Par 37 front nine at Ticonderoga in a 5-1 win over the Sentinels May 3. Gavin Plympton (43), Dylan Baker (43), Brett Ciolek (45) and Kevin Fisher (51) also scored wins.
town, falling 3-2. Cydney Bond needed three sets to score the win at the top singles, book-ending a 1-6 loss with wins of 6-3 and 6-4, while Mikayla Fountain and Anna Mitchell teamed for a 6-4, 6-3 win in doubles. On May 5, the Lady Indians found the third win in a 3-2 game against PHS. Cydney Bond scored a 6-2, 6-3 win for the Indians in singles, while Grace Higgins and Mikayla Fountain scored a 6-4, 6-3 win in doubles.
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While the Indians were able to score two wins in singles, they were unable to find one more as they dropped a 3-2 game against PHS May 5. Kyle Gorman scored a 6-3, 6-3 victory for the Indians, while Seth Shaefer added a 6-0, 7-6 (9-7) win.
The Lady Indians scored five runs in two different turns to the plate to score an 11-5 victory over Northeastern Clinton May 6. Allie Beattie had a double and triple to pace the Indians offense, while Brittant Miner had a pair of singles. Olivia Bousquet and Erica Cross also hit doubles, while Jade Ramos scored the win. On May 4, Jade Ramos allowed only three runs as the Lady Indians scored a 5-3 win. Ramos struck out eight in the circle, while Brittany Miner had a home run and Kiersten McCarthy added a pair of hits.
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The Lady Indians scored victories in both doubles matches May 6, but were unable to get a singles in against Beekman-
The Indians scored lone runs in the fourth and fifth innings in a 10-2 loss against Northeastern Clinton May 6. Connor Sargeant had a trio of hits for the Indians, while Sean Crowley
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added two and relieved starting pitcher Conor Meyers in the fifth. The Indians were unable to score a run on seven hits May 5, falling to NAC 8-0. Connor Meyers had a pair of hits in the loss. On May 4, Ryan O’Connell struck out seven batters and limited Saranac Lake to three hits, but it was the Indians on the short end of a 1-0 final. Cody Cunningham had two of the Indians’ six hits.
Boys track and field Isaiah Maddix scored four wins as the Indians defeated Ticonderoga May 5. Maddix scored wins in all three distance with top finishes in the 200 (23.7), 400 (51.1), 800 (2:12) and 3,200 (11:58). Alex Dumas won the shot put and discus with throws of 39’-3” and 92’-9” respectively.
Girls track and field The Lady Indians scored wins in 12 events as they defeated Ticonderoga 91-35 May 5. Ella Mesner scored a win in the triple jump while Taylor Canet scored a win in the long jump. On the track, the Indians swept the first place finishes, as Canet won in the 400 and 800 and Angel Ryder won in the 100 and 200.
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Baseball The Hornets scored 12 runs in the top of the seventh inning to score a 14-2 win over Saranac Lake May 7. Alex Follmer went the distance on the mound while collecting a trio of hits in the game. Stephen Bedard also collected a trio of singles. The Hornets bats were hot May 5, as well, in a 9-0 win over Ticonderoga. Andrew Bechard pitched five innings of perfect baseball, settling for allowing just three hits in a shutout win. Bechard also added a double at the plate, while Hunter Bell hit a double and Ben Champagne a triple. 10 runs over the final three trips to the plate gave the Hornets a come-from-behind 13-8 victory May 4. Mitch Senecal got the win in relief, while Andrew Bechard had a pair of hits and RBI. Allex Follmer also had a pair of hits, while Ethan Rascoe hit a triple.
Golf Matt Svarplaitis shot a low round 40 for the Hornets May 6 against AuSable Valley, scoring the only win for his team in a 5-1 defeat.
Boys track and field The Hornets scored a 112-15 win over Seton Catholic May 5, scoring wins in all but two events. De’Andre Watson and Luke Jay Phillips were part of the victorious 400 relay team along with Luka Tsiklauri and Zachary Hall. Watson also scored wins in the 200 (24.8) and triple jump (39’-5”), while Phillips had wins in the 100 (11.6) and long jump (19’-3.5”). Andrew Cutaiar swept the throwing events with a 37’-3” mark in the shot put and 94’-10” mark in the discus.
Girls track and field The Lady Hornets scored an 81-50 win over the Lady Knights May 5. Brianna Coon scored wins in the high jump (4’-2”), triple jump (30’-8”) and shot put (33’-1”), while Madison Baker added wins in the 100 hurdles (18.6), 400 hurdles (1:11) and as a member of the 1,600 relay team. Claire Deshaies scored wins in the 100 (12.9), 400 (1:02) and long jump (14’-9.5”).
Boys tennis The Hornets swept the doubles matches while scoring a win in the top singles match for a 3-2 victory against Peru May 5. Brendan Whalen battled back from a tiebreaker loss in the first set to dominate the second two with scores of 6-3 and 6-1.
Girls tennis The Lady Hornets were unable to find the point they needed in a 3-2 loss against Peru May 5. Julia Mitsolglou scored a 6-3, 6-2 win for the Hornets, while Tina Mitsolglou added a 6-0, 6-4 win.
Softball The Lady Hornets were on the short end of a three-run Ticonderoga first inning, falling 6-2 May 4. Sydney Burdo took the loss on the mound for the Hornets, striking out seven.
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Girls track and field Margaret Champagne scored a trio of wins as the Lady Knights dropped an 81-50 score at the hands of Plattsburgh High May 5. Champagne picked up individual wins in the 1,500 (4:58) and 800 (2:26) while joining with the Lea DeJordy, Sofia DeJordy and Sam Bashaw for a win in the 3,200 relay (11:15). On May 3, the Lady Knights needed to find four more points in a 67-64 defeat against Ticonderoga. Margaret Champagne scored wins in the 1,500 (5:06), 3,000 (11:40) and 800 (2:31), while Gretchen Zalis swept the throwing events with a 27-11 throw in the shot put and 78’-6” throw in the discus. Zalis was also part of the 1,600 relay team of Sam Bashaw, Gabby Cote and Phoebe Christopher. In the 3,200 relay, it was a family af-
fair as Savannah, Sofia and Lea DeJordy were joined by Ingrid Baggett to earn the win.
Boys tennis The Knights were unable to score a match victory against Northern Adirondack May 4, dropping a 5-0 final.
Girls tennis The Lady Knights scored two wins in singles and a third in doubles to score a 3-2 win over Northern Adirondack May 4. Olivia Nachbauer scored a 6-0, 61 win, while Clara Hurta-
do and Lucy Zhou scored a 6-2, 3-6, 7-5 win in doubles.
Boys track and field Caleb Moore was the lone person standing in the way of a PHS sweep at the top of the podium in a 112-15 loss May 5. Moore scored wins in the 1,600 (4:55.8) and 3,200 (10:29), the lone victories for the Knights. The Knights dropped a 99-31 score to Ticonderoga May 3, as Caleb Moore scored wins in the 1,600 (4:48) and 800 (2:10). Moore was also part of two relay teams, helping to win the 3,200 relay with Jake Glicksman, Henry Derrick and Nate Boule, along with the 1,600 with Glicksman, Boule and Foster Ovios.
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The Chiefs were able to make the most out of one hit May 6, scoring a 2-1 win over Beekmantown. Sydney Adolfo had the lone hit for the Chiefs, while Nikki Donah struck out six in the loss.
The Chiefs scored a 105-27 win over the Emus May 5, scoring wins in all but three events. Mitch Fink scored a trio of wins for the Chiefs in the 110 hurdles, high jump and triple jump events. Austin Myers scored a win in the 100. The Chiefs scored wins in every event that did not involve throwing something as they scored a 110-18 win over Northeastern Clinton May 3. Rory Patterson scored wins in the 200, 400 and 400 hurdles, while Connor Madden had wins in the 1,600 and 3,200.
Baseball The Chiefs were unable to hold a 3-2 lead late, falling 10-3 against Beekmantown May 6. John Farrell had a single a triple in the loss while Dalton Exford had a pair of hits. Logan Matthews took the loss in relief. A seven run second inning was not enough for the Chiefs May 4, as they dropped a 13-8 final against Plattsburgh High. Zack Marlow took the loss on the mound.
Girls track and field The Lady Chiefs were at the top of the podium in all 16 events against the Lady Eums May 5. Desiree Dashnaw posted wins in the 100 hurdles (17.6), high jump (4’-4”) and long
jump (15’-2”), while Janyll Barber added wins in the 400 (1:03), 200 (27.7) and triple jump (31’-1”). Elysha O’Connell added wins in the 400 hurdles (1:20) and 3,000 (11:05), while Logan Thatcher swept the throws with a 30’-4” mark in the shot and a 107’-7” mark in the discus. RachaelWoodruff won the 1,500 in 5:07, while Nora Canning won the 100 in 13.3. On May 3, the Lady Chiefs won 10 events to score a 94-38 win over Northeastern Clinton. Janyll Barber scored wins in the 200, long jump and triple jump, while Rebekah Hilpl and Rachael Woodruff scored two wins each.
Golf Max Staley’s 45 was the low round as the Chiefs scored a 4-2 win over Ticonderoga May 3. Alex Zurlo shot a 47 to win his match by four strokes, while Donovan Hack (57) and Ethan Mangum (57) also scored wins.
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The budget will allow necessary maintenance and repairs to the schools. In Morrisonville Elementary, air handlers will be restored. Saranac Elementary will see carpet and tile flooring in the hallways will be replaced with new tile. In the middle school, new unit ventilators will be installed; the high school, bleachers will be restored. The PA system will be replaced in all school buildings. This portion of the budget is a 17 percent increase, approximately $300,000, from last year — going from $1.9 million to $2.2 million.
Most of the cases are sexual. “I think people are overwhelmed about the subject and it makes them feel unsafe,” Gregory said. “But we need to educate the adults. “We can’t teach kids to keep themselves safe...they’re no match.”
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NEW LINE ITEM The Dannemora Free Library is seeking voters support in the upcoming Saranac Central School District budget vote. Currently, the library receives $7,000 from the Saranac Central School District. Earlier this year, the library board requested an additional $2,000 for the 2016-17 school year. If the line item is approved, the library is hoping to request extra funding from the town of Saranac, who currently gives $300, as well up to $1,750. The extra funding will help the library provide more services and programs, such as architectural design and graphic design.
CVPH to offer dementia workshop May 18 program open to caregivers, family, clergy, spiritual leaders PLATTSBURGH — A free workshop “I’m Still Here: Understanding, Caring and Supporting Those with Dementia, Their Families and Their Caregivers” takes place Wednesday, May 18, at the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, from 8 a.m. to noon. The program, offered by the CVPH Spiritual Care Department will be held in the hospital’s Auditorium A on the first floor of the Main Campus. Presenting will be Dr. Richard Durant who will discuss the different types of dementia and their symptoms. He will then provide a comprehensive overview of the services available to caregivers and care receivers via the Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative. Dr. Durant is the Director of the Northeastern NY Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative as well as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology at SUNY Plattsburgh, Clinical Director & Clinical Neuropsychologist at the SUNY Plattsburgh Center for Neurobehavioral Health. Leading the second part of the workshop will be the Rev. Mark Chaffin, Chaplain at the Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Scotia, and the Rev. Dr. Robert L. Basom, Inter-faith Chaplain at CVPH. Chaplains Chaffin and Basom will present practical ways to care for those with dementia and support both loved ones and their caregivers as individuals and spiritual communities. Register by Sunday, May 8, by calling Chaplain Bob Basom at 314-3062. Refreshments will be free.
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THE FINDINGS Gregory said a number of the findings gathered throughout the first quarter were a little skewed due to a number of factors. First, Clinton County is more highly populated than Franklin and Essex counties. Since the CAC just incorporated the other two counties last year, education is another factor, specifically in terms of mandatory reporting. Mandatory reporting is targeted at professionals who work with children, such as teachers. Emergency EMTs are also mandatory reporters. However, firefighters, for reasons unknown to Gregory, are not. Mandatory reporters are trained to see signs of child abuse, whether it be sexual, physical, neglect or others. Lastly, she said, not all reports go to the CAC and some incidents aren’t reported at all. “Adults need to recognize it,” she said. “We need to do a better job.” EXAMINATION SITES The CAC works with law enforcement and child protective services by bringing in children who need assistance. From there, CAC conducts a joint investigation. The main site in Plattsburgh contains two interviewing rooms and a medical examination room where evidence is collected, photos are taken and interviews are conducted. CAC also has satellite sites in Beekmantown, Ticonderoga, Lewis and Hogansburg. So far, 66 forensic medical exams have taken place regionally — 27 alone in Clinton County, which look for signs of abuse or indication of abnormality that can cause trauma, such as scarring. Gregory said CAC is looking to incorporate one in Tupper Lake, hopefully within the next month. Gregory said her hope in the future is to have one more satellite site in Essex County and two in Franklin County. But more funding is necessary to make that happen. NEED FUNDING CAC receives a yearly grant from the state for over $100,000, which is supplemented by one-time grant funding. Most of their funding goes toward training, such as for mandatory reporting and forensic interviewing. The rest goes toward a few full-time positions and utility bills, she said. Gregory said $500,000 would make CAC comfortable in offering and expanding their services.
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APARTMENT RENTALS Lewis – 1 bdrm, utilities incl., no pets, no smoking, reference & security deposit required, $550/mo. 518-873-6805. PORT HENRY 1-2 BR Apartments Near Downtown. Walking Distance to grocery store, pharmacy, and other stores and services. No dogs. $400 to $490, plus utilities. Security Deposit. Call 802-3633341. VACATION PROPERTY RENTALS
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ADIRONDACK “BY OWNER” AdkByOwner.com 1000+ photo listings of local real estate for sale, vacation rentals & timeshares. Owners: List with us for only $299 per year. Visit on-line or call 518-891-9919
3 CABINS ON THE LAKE! 30 acres, $249,900. Must sell. Rustic cabins on beautiful unspoiled lake just 3 hours NY City! Mature woodlands, tumbling stream, incredible setting! 888-479-3394, woodworthlakespreserve.com 5+ acres in Tennessee starting at $17,900; Wooded, Views, Creeks! Unrestricted Hunting & Timber Tracts 50+ acres starting at $89,900!! Call 1-877-740-6717 REAL ESTATE WILLSBORO, NY 1.06 acre lot w/water/sewer/power ($26,000) or Above lot with 1998 2bd/2bath mobile home ($49,000) 518-963-7320
3 CABINS ON THE LAKE! 30 acres - $249,900 MUST SELL! Rustic cabins on a beautiful unspoiled lake just 3 hrs NY City! Mature woodlands, tumbling stream, incredible setting! 1-888-650-8166 WoodworthLakePreserve.com ADIRONDACK LAKEFRONT! 131 acres, ½ mile of waterfront, $299,900. Pure, clean lake teeming with fish and wildlife! Mature woods with trails, trophy deer and valuable timber! 40 mins from Albany. Owner terms, (888)7017509, woodworthlakepreserve.com
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WANTED TO BUY 2-1/2 ACRES - Southern California!! $50.00 Down/Monthly! $4995! Going fast! Owner: 949630-0286. Habla Espanol. OverlandAssociatesInc.com
HUNTING/TIMBER LAND SACRIFICE! 111 acres - $159,900 Trophy deer hunting, huge timber value, private access to 2 lakes! 3 hrs from the GW Bridge! Terms avail! 1-888-701-1864 WoodworthLakePreserve.com HUNTING/TIMBER LAND SACRIFICE! 111 acres -$159,900. Trophy deer hunting, huge timber value, private access to 2 lakes, 3 hours from GW Bridge! Terms available, 888-905-8847. Woodworthlakepreserve.com. VACATION PROPERTY
KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS. Buy Harris Bed Bug Killers/Kit Complete Treatment System. Available Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com Pomeranian Puppy, 4 months old, female, $300. 518-569-6476.
OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Resort Services. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com.
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GRANTOR Chad Baker Clarence Gonyea Yolanda Meo Alan Mayo Edward and Joan Sheard Iva and Helene Guay Richard Lee Michael Trudo Carolyn Cown Orville and Gretchen Ladue Thomas and Melissa Brown Herbert and Pam Moore Daniel Harpp and Jeanne Clark
DATE 4/28/16 4/28/16 4/29/16 4/29/16 4/29/16 4/29/16 4/29/16 5/2/16 5/2/16 5/2/16 5/2/16 5/3/16 5/3/16 5/3/16 5/4/16 5/4/16 5/4/16 5/4/16 5/4/16
GRANTOR Scott and Sarah Taylor Dennis Natale Marian Gilleo GH Essex Properties LLC Donn Luthanen Paul and Mary Montanye Valerie Brace et al Anthony and Kimberly Harvish Moongate Limited Partnership Corp Rabideau Gina Leclair Matthew Ziminski Linda Ferguson Joanna Dascoli and Ronald Mussen Patricia Coventry and Ronald Moses Adele McGowan Michaela OÕ Connor Ralph Sawyer Edwina Ho
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GRANTEE Kenneth Darrah and Alisha Ladue Linda Hynes and Albert Pellerin Kelly and Deborah Neverett Andrew and Tara Hemingway Andrew Buskey William and Michelle Tallman Kenneth and Lorraine Stoddard Charles Trudo Scott Trombley Scottrick Inc Joel and Elizabeth Revette Robert and Jacqueline Menard Stephen and Lucinda Allen
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GRANTEE Peter and Paula Taylor Thomas and Vickie Liquori Charles Yellott Douglas Decker Linda Deluke Donna Draper Lori Crandall Jessica Henderson Corp Rabideau Ernest and Anne Ellithorpe Arthur Jubin Stephen and Cynthia Myers Sarah Borden Justin Forrette James Coventry Randy Beckwith Shannen Meehan Sawyer Brothers LLC John Reynolds
ALL INCLUSIVE CRUISE package on the Norwegian Sky out of Miami to the Bahamas. Pricing as low as $299 pp for 3 Day or $349 pp for 4 Day (double occupancy) ALL beverages included! For more info. call 877-270-7260 or go to NCPtravel.com EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES - the ultimate vacation! See Europe from the comfort of a Viking or Avalon luxury cruise ship. For the experience of a lifetime, call 877-2707260 or go to NCPtravel.com for more information Save 30% on an Arctic Cruise this summer Visit Inuit communities in Greenland and Nunavut, See polar bears, walrus and whales. CALL FOR DETAILS! 1-800-363-7566 www.adventurecanada.com LAWN CARE LAWN MAINTENANCE Lawn Mowing At Your Service!! Reasonable Rates!! Dependable Service!! 518-873-2235 INSURANCE Booth Insurance Agency 20 Brinkeroff St. Plattsburgh, NY 518-561-3290 Chauvin Agency Champlain 518-298-2000 Rouses Point- 518-297-6602 Plattsburgh- 518-562-9336 Northern Adjustment Bureau NY State Licensed & Bonded General Adjuster/ Public Adjuster 518-563-4701 LOCATION Schuyler Falls Beekmantown Altona Chazy Altona Champlain Plattsburgh Schuyler Falls Dannemora Chazy Saranac Altona Beekmantown
PRICE $50,000 $27,500 $26,000 $7,500 $8,000 $30,000 $82,500 $1,600 $25,000 $130,000 $13,000 $25,000 $410,000
LOCATION Minerva Ticonderoga North Hudson Willsboro Crown Point Newcomb Moriah Moriah North Elba North Elba Keene North Elba Lewis Chesterfield North Elba St. Armand Minerva Ticonderoga Crown Point
PRICE $45,000 $307,836 $25,000 $92,000 $1 $99,900 $90,000 $127,500 $1 $342,000 $26,000 $210,000 $132,000 $75,012 $1 $105,000 $37,800 $1 $112,500
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