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City voters to decide future form of government
Common Council approves ballot question on whether residents want a strong mayor or city manager By Teah Dowling
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PLATTSBURGH — City voters will decide if they want a manager or mayor at the general election this fall. Last week, the common council voted 3-2 to put a question on the ballot asking the voters which they prefer. Councilors Dale Dowdle, Becky Kasper and Joshua Kretser voted in favor, while Rachelle Armstrong and Mike Kelly voted against it. Councilor Paul O’Connell’s absence counted as a negative
vote, which tied the tally at three, leaving the final vote up to Mayor James Calnon, who approved it. “I’m honoring my commitment to the commission to put this up this year,” he said during the meeting. The Charter Commission revamped the city’s 114-year-old charter last year. Voters adopted a change in charter language and changes in the length of terms for the mayor and councilors. The strong mayor or city manager line item stayed off the ballot because the councilors and the chamber wanted the best possible turnout this election year. The city held a public hearing before the meeting last week to gather public input. Two residents spoke up.
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WineÊ Fest Local wineries enthusiastic about first-ever centralized tasting event next Saturday
WEST CHAZY — This summer, craft beverage enthusiasts won’t need to travel 33 miles to taste local wines and hard ciders. Instead, several wineries and cideries will set up tasting stations at Conroy’s OrTeah ganics in West Chazy during the first-ever Dowling ADK Coast Summer Wine Fest on SaturWriter day, Aug. 27. The change came after several visitors from last year’s tour said it was tough going from place-to-place. Travelers said they needed to find a designated driver or take precautions with how much they consumed per stop. Each winery differs in how much they offered per tasting. While some allows a limited number of samples, others offer anything and everything behind the bar in small doses. Amazing Grace Vineyard and Winery contains a small restaurant, which drew in plenty of visitors wanting to fill their stomachs, said Owner Mary Fortin. But the turnout wasn’t at the level Fortin wanted. Other wineries shared the same disappointment last year, said Dan Vesco, owner of Vesco Ridge Vineyards and president of the Adirondack Coast Wine Trail Association.
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NO INFORMATION City resident Lonnie Fairchild said she was against putting the issue ballot due to a lack of information. “There’s a lot that’s not clear to me,” she said. According to the commission, a city manager, which would be appointed by the council, would oversee the daily operations; prepare and submit an annual budget; make appointments and oversee all city officers and department heads, among other tasks. No informational sessions have been held. And with only three months until the election, Fairchild felt that wasn’t enough time to fully inform the public before the vote. Both Armstrong and Kelly agreed and floated the idea of postponing the decision for another year.
Lack of rainfall has municipalities, farmers concerned The Adirondack Coast Wine Trail Association planned the new festival to showcase wines and bring more traffic into the North Country. Photo by Teah Dowling
Because of this, the association came up with the idea of bringing all the wineries and cideries into one central location. “We wanted to try something different,” said Vesco. Vesco said this event will act as a trial to see what’s more effective: a festival in one location or a tour from Peru to Chazy. Several wineries and cideries said they weren’t concerned with the change, especially since people can embark on the wine trail anytime throughout the summer. “The wine trail is increasingly becoming recognized for the quality of its wines,” said Colin Read, owner of The Champlain Wine Company. “This event will allow all of the com >>See Wine Festival | pg. 10
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ELIZABETHTOWN — It’s been a blazing hot and dry summer across the North Country. While the region saw a small degree of relief over the weekend with a series of thunderstorms, the unseasonably dry summer has plunged the region into drought-like conditions. While not as severe as a “warning,” Essex and Clinton counties, like most of Department of Environmental Conservation’s Region 5, is in drought “watch” stage. Rainfall has been below average this summer, a result of atmospheric blocking patterns above Greenland and the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, explained Paul E. Roundy, a professor at SUNY Albany’s Department of Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences. Though not particularly unusual, paired with the intense heat, the weather has vexed municipalities, stymied farmers >> See Drought Concerns | pg. 14
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Saranac reinstalls stop signs on Ganong Drive Residents plea for replacement due to excessive speeding and safety concerns By Teah Dowling
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SARANAC — After several community requests, the town has reinstalled a pair of stop signs on Ganong Drive. Highway Superintendent Keith Cringle made the executive decision to take down the two signs late last month after learning more about traffic control and the best practices on how to reduce speed. Stop signs, he said during last month’s board meeting, are not one of them. The residents on Ganong Drive disagreed. Resident Mary McDermott asked the board to consider putting back up the signs during last month’s board meeting after witnessing drivers speeding 60-70 miles per hour in the 35-mile zone. Ganong Drive is a 1.5 mile residential stretch off of Route 3, or Water Street, that contains mostly households with
young children, the elderly and the Saranac United Methodist Church. “People are speeding up like crazy and our families aren’t safe,” McDermott said. “We want those signs back up.” The residents filed a petition 12 years ago for the installation of the signs. The board sided with the residents then. According to the state Department of Transportation, stop signs can be used as a “traffic calming measure” along with speed bumps and “speed tables,” which are wider and more gradual than speed bumps. Stop signs, on the other hand, could cause drivers to change speeds dramatically and accelerate once given the OK to proceed, also according to the DOT. Supervisor Nick Carter believes they help. “I don’t believe they should be used to control speed in all cases,” he said. “But in this case, they’re keeping the families on the road safe.” The town is investigating different ways to reduce speed, such as purchasing a radar speed display sign and having a study done to see what other measures could be taken. The end result, Carter said, will depend on cost and this year’s budget, which is currently being assembled.
After several community requests, the town reinstalled a pair of stop signs on Ganong Drive. The decision was made during the last work session. Photo provided
Redford picnic to feature ‘oldest merry-go-round in America’ REDFORD — The 161st annual Redford Picnic will take place on the grounds of the Parish Center Aug. 21 at 11:30 a.m. There will be games, food, a pie wheel, live music, raffles, a fancy booth and the oldest Merry-GoRound in America.
Explore the Plattsburgh Barracks with town historian John Krueger PLATTSBURGH — Town Historian John Krueger will be hosting a walking tour of the Plattsburgh Barracks Aug. 20 at 1 p.m. The tour will start at the Clinton County Historical Museum. It costs $5 per person. For more information, call 518-561-0340 or visit clintoncountyhistorical.org.
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Champlain Valley farm stands targeted by thieves Rash of thefts threatens long-standing rural tradition By Pete DeMola
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WADHAMS — They’re a staple of summer: Farm stands, roadside fixtures that farms use to sell locally grown produce and other value-added products. As part of long-standing tradition, most are unmanned and operate on an honor system through the use of cash boxes. But this summer has seen a spate of thefts that has frustrated farmers across the region, at least a halfdozen of whom have been stricken by roaming gangs of petty thieves.
“We were getting robbed four days in a row,” said Laurie Davis, whose farm, Harvest Hill, has a stand at the Dogwood Bakery in Wadhams, a country crossroads in the heart of the county’s farming community. At the nearby Reber Rock Farm, an unknown perp has been making off with $8 at a time. Essex Farm reported similar incidents stretching as far back as May, as has the Carriage House Garden Center and Ben Wever Farm, both in Willsboro, and the Rehoboth Homestead in Peru, Clinton County. The crime wave hasn’t torpedoed the hallowed culture, but has led to changes to curb the practice, including the installation of security cameras. Rehoboth Homestead, located on Jabez Allen Road, has been moni-
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Here is Harlene, an adoptable cat from Elmore SPCA... Harlene is a female domestic short hair brown tiger kitty who arrived, who is 4 years old. Harlene is a sweet and shy cat who was taken in by a concerned citizen, in the town of Plattsburgh, who just has too many cats to care for effectively. Although full of good intentions they were quickly overrun by adult cats and new litters of kittens. Elmore took in 22 of their adult and new born felines for vetting and to find their new families. Harlene is very loving after she gets to know you. She is much more used to interacting with other cats than people but is learning that people are pretty cool too! She enjoys lounging in her hidey hole and loves to eat her cat treats. This pretty girl will do well in a home where her people will be patient with her. We feel that she would enjoy sharing her space with another feline friend but will be fine in a home where she is the only pet.
toring footage and has zeroed in on four repeat offenders: three of them have been riffling through the cash box, and a fourth has been absconding with product. One of the suspects was even captured on film taking a large bankroll from his pocket, said Beth Spaugh, the farm’s co-owner. “He is not destitute,” Spaugh said. Spaugh said she will be notifying state police with identification that could possibly nab the suspects. Thefts have occurred as recently as Sunday. For now, the cash box has been replaced with a lockbox with a drop slot, a measure that Spaugh says has reduced purchases because it deprives customers the opportunity to make change. A note left last week read, “How do you expect us to buy anything if we can’t make change?”
Another patron put their items down and left. “So that is hurting our business, actually,” Spaugh said. Spaugh said she’s frustrated at the level of time spent monitoring security footage, and almost decided that it wasn’t worth her mental time and energy to pursue an issue that may only result in minor charges. But acquaintances in law enforcement encouraged her to keep at it. Spaugh will augment the cameras with signs. The message is clear: We’re watching. “It’s much better to deter than to go after them afterwards,” she said. One arrest has been made in connection with the thefts. Carrie S. Miller, 48, was arrested on Friday after allegedly pilfering
from the Carriage House Garden Center. According to police, workers reported a larceny after Miller entered the stand at 5:30 p.m. and allegedly took money out of the cash box. Additional cases are still under investigation, a state police spokesperson said on Monday, and interviews are continuing. For now, farmers are doing their best to navigate this altered landscape. At the Dogwood Bakery, Harvest Hill’s cash box has been moved inside, and the premises are now being monitored by a camera donated by a patron. “Our customers have been extremely supportive,” Davis said. “We’ve got it solved for now, but it’s not ideal.”
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From attracting newcomers to expanding the economy, diversity is vital to survival of Adirondack Park, says Adirondack Diversity Advisory Council By Pete DeMola
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NEWCOMB — Alvin Codner had just finished orientation at a summer camp in the central Adirondacks. It was his first day off. Codner, 26, and his fellow counselors headed into Lake George, where they found themselves at a beach bar on Amherst Street popular with tourists. Codner doesn’t drink, but the rest of the group ordered beer to go with their meals. They were asked to show identification three times. On the fourth, a member of the party asked the bouncer why. The bouncer reportedly told Codner it was the bar’s policy to check each time a new staffer began a shift. “But he didn’t check anyone else’s ID in the whole restaurant,” Codner recalled. A pal reached for his identification. “Oh, don’t worry — I’ll let you finish up your chicken because we know how much you guys like your fried chicken,” Codner recalled the bouncer as saying. Codner is black, as were two other members of their party. One was a Pacific Islander, and three others were white. The bouncer, according to Codner, went on to pepper the group with a series of racial stereotypes: “We know how much you guys like fried chicken, orange soda, watermelon, Kool-Aid and white girls,” Codner recalled. The group brushed it off as a callous remark, and the bouncer later apologized after being verbally confronted, Codner said. But moments later, another party’s dispute surrounding a tip led to their ejection despite not being directly involved.
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Codner, who lives in Kissimmee, Florida, recalled a second incident that came on the heels of highly publicized shootings in Dallas and Minneapolis last month. During a shopping trip to the Ticonderoga Walmart, Codner said a member of his party was followed around the store by a white male hurling racial epithets. The situation nearly came to a head before Codner and a Walmart employee defused the situation. But, he said, his group was asked to leave — not the perpetrator. “I’m going to need you guys to leave so we can calm down the white guy,” Codner recalled the employee as saying. “It’s not logical to escort the victims out — not the aggressor,” Codner said. The incidents, said Codner, left a bad taste in his mouth and had him rattled, especially considering they came at a time when the country was still raw over the latest act of policerelated violence. “With everything going on, of course, I’m amped up,” Codner said. “Everyone’s dying, everyone’s getting shot around America right now, and then this happens. Literally, the day of... like back to back. Then this happens.” Walmart said they are aware of the incident. “The experience Mr. Codner had with another shopper in our store is something no one should ever have to go through,” said Leslee Wright, a senior Walmart spokesperson. “We value each of our customers and want everyone to be treated with respect while they are in our stores or anywhere in the community.” The owner of the bar did not return a phone call seeking comment. FOSTERING POSITIVE ENVIRONMENTS Codner relayed his experiences as a way to frame conversation at last week’s Adirondack Diversity Advisory Council (ADAC) symposium, an annual workshop designed to foster dialogue in the Adirondack Park. The ADAC, a coalition of community, environmental and business leaders, says in this era of shifting demographics, the future of local communities is directly tied to building a more welcoming Adirondack Park. That can include, for instance, targeted tourism marketing efforts. It can include creating new museum exhibits and galleries that appeal to a wide variety of multicultural backgrounds. Or it can include small gestures, like placing equality stickers on storefront windows. All of the above, organizers say, will not only position business owners to adapt to a broader market, but also sends a strong signal that everyone is welcome in a region that hasn’t historically been known as a melting pot. The main goal of the third installment of the event was designed to simply foster a conversation, said Paul Hai, an ADAC coalition member. “This is a starting point,” Hai said. ADAC Coordinator Pete Nelson said he was sensitive to the fact that “just talking isn’t enough.” But, he said, the group has made headway in just a few years, with the foundation of a number of marketing programs and young professionals groups in the region. Saturday’s day-long event, held at the Adirondack Interpretive Center in Newcomb, featured a series of panel discussions, including a session that had museum directors, company executives and nonprofit leaders sound off on the economic impacts of diversity. “People only care about what they know about,” said Kate Fish, executive director of the Adirondack North Country Association, following a lengthy discussion on how to make museum exhibits more appealing to minorities, including the North Star Underground Railroad Museum in Ausable Chasm.
“If they don’t connect to what we’re offering, then they leave,” said Don Papson, the museum’s founding president. One solution to broaden their appeal, he said, is to develop exhibits showcasing underground railroads from around the world and pair them with translated materials. “Whenever people are oppressed in the world, there is an underground railroad.” The Adirondack Museum, too, said they planned on curating exhibits designed to appeal to broader audiences. “Stay tuned,” said David Kahn, the museum’s executive director. ‘COMPARATIVE DISADVANTAGE’ The event brought in some heavy-duty firepower, including Professor Wallace Ford, chair of the Public Administration Department at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn. The U.S. is put at a competitive disadvantage if a significant part of the country is not participating in the development of the country — and that includes the Adirondack Park, Ford said. The emergence of minority and women-owned business enterprise programs helped bring more diverse voices to the table in New York City in the 1990s, Ford said, voices that were previously underrepresented. The professor and radio host urged the group to fuse their ideas to tangible plans. “Education and outreach are extremely important,” Ford said. “You are good people, you are already doing something. But the challenge is to do more.” Ford offered to be a point person for minority outreach efforts in New York City. But, he said, the ADAC must create an action plan to push that goal forward. Sierra Club President Aaron Mair spoke at length about how environmental issues often disproportionately affect minorities. Mair led an effort in the early 1990s to shut down a solid waste incinerator in Albany, a facility that he said spewed “black snowflakes” that led to health issues in the inner city community with a predominantly minority population. “Right now, we need to diversify or die,” Mair said. “In the Adirondacks, this conversation is a microcosm of the conversations that are going on nationwide.” ‘THIS CHOIR NEEDS TO SING’ Mair stood up after Codner, the counselor, shared his stories. “This was a clear case of blatant racism,” he said. “Every single doorpost in the business circle needs to be painted with this. “This choir needs to sing.” ADAC plans on taking action to address the incidents, said Pete Nelson, a coordinator with the group. “We will be contacting Walmart, we will be contacting the Ticonderoga and Lake George Chambers of Commerce, we will be contacting local and state police departments to describe the incident, to say that we’re aware of it,” Nelson said. The group plans to offer diversity sensitivity training and host listening sessions in each community. Education is key, Nelson said, because people are often unaware of what constitutes insensitive behavior. “We have to start a conversation and start giving people a chance to understand what it is that they don’t know,” Nelson said. Ford said people are inherently good, and he was willing to accept the incidents faced by the camp counselors were anomalies. But, he said, quoting the philosopher Edmund Burke, “Evil can only happen when good people do nothing.”
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“I would like to get more questions answered,” said Kelly. Calnon said members of the Charter Commission plan on holding informational sessions before the upcoming election. Details were not specified during the meeting. COSTLY CHANGE City resident John Bilow said he was concerned about costs. Today’s mayor, who’s employed full-time, makes a little over $70,000 a year. A full-time city manager is estimated to cost more than $100,000. “It’s too much,” he said. “I don’t know how much more taxes we can afford.” Kelly agreed. “We’re in a tremendous financial crunch right now,” he said. “I don’t believe adding more to our budget is a good idea.” If approved, the manager form of government wouldn’t take effect until 2021. MAYORAL ELECTION Calnon, who was elected to a three-year term in 2013, is running again for a four-year term. He is being challenged by Colin Read, former Clinton County legislator for Area 4. Read said he prefers the strong mayor option. “In a perfect world, we’d have a mayor whose job is to act as the chief cheerleader for the city and do the analysis and education for the council and the public,” Read said. “Sometimes city managers have that skill as an educator and a discussion leader, but often not.” Read, who attended the public hearing and the vote, expressed his major concern of the additional cost already burdened by deficit spending. “I think this discussion is one we can ill-afford financially,” he said. “But I still hope for and have faith in the ideal and I am comfortable with whatever the voters decide.”
CATS to speak at museum PLATTSBURGH — The Kent-Delord House Museum will host a presentation by Chris Maron, director of Champlain Area Trails (CATS), on Aug. 25 at 5 p.m. The program will look at hiking through the past, present and into the future. Cost is $20 for non-members. All proceeds will go toward the Kent-Delord House. To register for this event, call the Kent-Delord House at 561-1035 or contact kdhmdirector@gmail.com.
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he word is spreading that Democratic Party officials are reportedly bracing for the possibility that another batch of damaging or embarrassing internal emails will be surfacing before the November election. The fear reportedly comes as officials with knowledge of a Russian cyber-attack that targeted Democratic politicians and organizations believe the breach was bigger than first thought and exposed the private email accounts of more than 100 party officials and groups — including the personal email accounts of nominee Hillary Clinton’s key campaign officials. Sadly, truth and reality are foreign terms to most politicians and their operatives. They’ve been drinking their own version of the truth for way too long and getting away with it. Finally when real documents surface they have no where to hide and they are forced to acknowledge the truth, when it bites them in the nose...for lack of a more refined term. To further the point, we also heard last week that a task force investigated a Defense Department whistle blower’s allegations that higher-ups manipulated analysts’ findings to make the campaign against ISIS appear more successful to the American public surfaced. When the truth hurts do we want our elected officials to candy coat it for their political perspective or do we need the truth? We’ve allowed our political judgment and the watchdog organizations that are suppose to be our trusted fourth estate, to become far too relaxed and partisan, letting our leaders spin us. The American public is being taken to the cleaners by both parties as well as those who profit from government contracts and media companies who’ve put their investigative skills and bi-partisan reporting aside in favor of the bottom line and insider favoritism. What does it say about the trust we have in our leaders when countries like Russia, China, and North Korea are hacking into their private accounts to release the true details our officials do not want us to know? There just seems to be too much contradiction between what we are told one day to what we learn the next when the truth is leaked. Common sense should tell us where there is this much smoke there must be fire. We need to come to our senses soon and demand more accountability before it’s too late. We need the truth or we are all left living a lie that is bound to burst sooner or later... and some of these cracks in our society are already becoming very apparent. Dan Alexander is CEO of Sun Community News.
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ew words strike more fear into the hearts of local leaders than “unfunded mandates.” Each year, as our elected officials huddle over budget projections, those Pac-Man type pie charts showing uncontrolled costs seem to be growing — items like health insurance, retirement, child welfare services and the minimum wage, which saw a significant uptick this year here in the Empire State. In Essex County, where taxes have escalated annually, 75 percent of the 2016 tax levy was allocated to costs over which they have no control, a number that shot to 111 percent in Clinton County. Paired with the tax cap, increasing taxes to compensate isn’t possible — at least not here in our region, where increasing the levy is like drawing blood from a stone. On top of the tax base, left stagnant by nature of simply being in the Adirondack Park, the tax cap inflation factor this year, at 0.68 percent, is the lowest allowable growth since the cap was implemented. But at the same time, we’re faced with the same issues vexing the rest of the state — like the reliance on publicly-funded defense attorneys. Court costs in the North Country are skyrocketing. Costs to Essex County’s assigned counsel program, which handles family court cases, increased 150 percent in the past decade. In Warren County, officials are exploring the idea of privatizing the public defender’s office, which handles criminal court, in order to get costs under control. While local officials are reluctant to play armchair experts and attribute the uptick to an exact cause, it mirrors the entrenched opiate epidemic, which continues to stress local resources to the breaking point. Drug abuse equals broken homes. Just ask the panelists from across the region who spoke at a series of state-sponsored panels on heroin abuse earlier this year. Counties do get some state aid for providing legal services to the poor each year, about 25 percent. Grants are also available, but they’re not permanent, which means resources are contingent on the success of that grant reapplication. Public defenders, not just those in the North Country, but across the country, are bound to the U.S. Constitution to provide counsel for criminal defendants who cannot afford an attorney.
With the eligibility requirements always in a state of flux, that could mean 80 percent of the population are eligible for court-assigned counsel. Failing to fulfill these requirements has real-life consequences. Just look at the lawsuit filed against the state and five counties — including neighboring Washington County — alleging that chronic underfunding led to inadequate legal counsel that failed to meet constitutionally-required standards. As such, it was argued defendants were deprived of their constitutional rights. While the lawsuit was settled in 2014, only those five counties received an influx of state funding to course-correct, leaving the remaining counties unaffected (and some say, susceptible to a lawsuit). The state legislature acted fast. This spring, they passed a bill sponsored by Assemblywoman Patricia Fahy and Sen. John DeFrancisco that would require the state to pick up the full cost of indigent legal services over seven years, a phased-in approach similar to the minimum wage policy. Legal experts hailed the passage as a civil rights victory. We agree. And while the legislation appears to only cover criminal court matters, it’s also a small notch on the collective belts of counties struggling to navigate these ever-shrinking slices of the budgetary pie — especially those in the Adirondack Park, where we’re also handicapped by drastic reductions in sales and motor fuel tax. The bill awaits Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s signature. He should do the right thing and sign it. As someone who as positioned the state to be a progressive powerhouse, it seems like the next logical step. But that political jockeying also has to be paired with the economic realities on the ground, which continue to be shaky. Signing the bill will help stabilize the ship. The Sun Community News Editorial Board is comprised of Dan Alexander, John Gereau, Pete DeMola and Keith Lobdell. We want to hear from you. Drop us a line on our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter, to share your thoughts.
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RunÊ forÊ JonÊ setÊ forÊ Aug.Ê 27 To the Editor: Saturday, Aug. 27 at 5 p.m. you all can have some great family fun, get some exercise and support a truly important cause. The Run For Jon, at Forrence Orchards on the Mannix Road in Peru, is a wonderful community event celebrating its 26th year helping families who have children with serious medical needs. The event started out as an effort to help the family of Jonathan Evans, who died of cancer after a long struggle, deal with the overwhelming expenses associated with their son’s care. The Evans family and many volunteers have continued the event to assist other families in similar circumstances. Each year we draw hundreds of spectators and participants of all ages: running, walking or pushing baby joggers. We have, over the 26 years of this event, literally raised tens of thousands of dollars for these deserving and needy families. Last year’s race raised $4500.
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Anyone can participate. There is a kids fun run, a 1.25 walk and a 2.5 mile cross country race. The 2.5 mile run is a really great race, sanctioned by USA Track and Field. The course is challenging and beautiful. Some past participants have gone on to the Olympics, national rankings and state championships. There are team, baby jogger and individual awards. There are numerous door prizes for participants. We hope to see you for this important, and fun, community event. Registration begins at 3:30 p.m. Due to health regulations, pets are strictly prohibited from the site. For information about the Run For Jon, contact Matt Mederos at 524-1269, the Evans family at 643-2414 or visit the runforjon.com website for entry forms, photos, background information and to purchase Run For Jon dry-fit t-shirts. See you there! Rod Driscoll Peru
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OhÊ no,Ê Joe! To the Editor: You got it all wrong again. From 1931 to 1934, the Nazi party was under the leadership of Adolf Hitler and perpetuated their lies over and over and over until the people believed them, and in 1934 they had the power to arrest all affiliated with the Communist Party and the true Nazi plan was unveiled. Now comparing Donald Trump to Hitler and his lies doesn’t hold water! On the other hand, Joe, if we are looking for liars, hold on: Oh no Joe, I didn’t have sex with that woman? Oh no Joe, if you like your doctor you can keep your Doctor? Oh no Joe, I did not have classified information on my emails? Joe, I could go on all day with the lists of lies each of these Democratic leaders have abused you with. They believe the voters in America have been dumbed down to a point they can say anything and get away with it! Joe, switch sides and help elect Donald Trump our next President. God Bless America, Ed’s note: This is in response to Joe DeMarco’s letter that appeared in the Aug. 6 edition. Bert Windle Putnam
Boyce:Ê TiÊ AlumniÊ AssociationÊ hasÊ raisedÊ $170k To the Editor: On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Ticonderoga Alumni Association, I want to express my thanks to all the sponsors, golfers, volunteers and Country Club staff who, once again, made the Alumni Tournament such a success. Starting with the Ticonderoga High School Class of 2006, the Alumni Association has made $170,000 available to over 400 graduates attending colleges, tech schools or entering the military. We can only provide this support with help of a great community of businesses and organizations, caring alumni, and generous individuals who believe in the Association’s mission. This year’s golf tournament proves once again that “it’s great to be a Sentinel!” Steve Boyce Ticonderoga
TiÊ HistoricalÊ Society:Ê ThanksÊ forÊ yourÊ support!Ê To the Editor: In a historic town such as Ticonderoga, it is easy to take history for granted. This past weekend, the Historical Society hosted its Irish Historic Celebration, a full day of living history, talks, exhibits, programs and of course, great music. Yes, on the single summer weekend in which we have had great rainstorms, we hosted an outdoor event. And it was wonderful — due in large part to the efforts of our board of trustees and remarkable volunteers. We would like to publicly thank Eric and Jessica Stoddard, Colleen Bessette, Matt Pulling, Matt Connery, Esther Massett, Libby’s Bakery Cafe, Hot Buscuit Diner, Bodette’s Barbecue, Battle Hill Brewing, the Loose Monkey Band and the local residents as well as those who traveled from New Jersey and Vermont to form our cadre of living historians. See you all next year! William G. Dolback Ticonderoga
Fenimore:Ê Ô IÊ trustÊ myÊ bigotedÊ screedÊ isÊ clearÕ To the Editor: Ed’s note: The following is in response to “The end of our republic? Give me a break,” by Bob Segall, published in the July 30 edition. I’ll never understand the need for liberals to discredit the messenger rather than debate the message, but since Bob Segall of Upper Jay uses that timeless Democrat approach in the July 30 Valley Sun, I guess I’ll respond. Let me assure you Bob that I’m quite unlike Sen. Joe McCarthy and Adolf Hitler. I’ve never suggested that opponents be locked up or sent to death camps, nor is my July 23 Valley Sun letter hate speech. The events I mentioned are happening, I only speculate on what it might lead to, and for the record Bob, I did not say this would be the end of our republic. I said “transform our republic of America into something else.” Obama made jokes about the end of our republic, not me. However, my “spewing of thinly veiled bigoted screeds” as you put it, was not intended to be thinly veiled at all. I’d hoped to be obvious. My intolerance (bigotry) of deceitful politicians such as President Obama and Hillary Clinton is absolute and I intended my comments to reflect complete disdain for them. I can forgive incompetence, but not the lies. Even now Hillary Clinton lies about FBI Director James Comey’s comments regarding her previous lies. She continues to lie about Benghazi in spite of contradictory emails and video statements made by her. This is serial lying. I’m also intolerant of the State Dept. being used to fund raise for the Clinton Foundation, anarchists burning and looting in our streets, our police being assassinated, and Obama telling us that most of us won’t be killed by terrorists. Most of us? I trust my bigoted screed is clear and no longer
COMMENTARY thinly veiled. My concerns are with the actions of Obama and Clinton over the last seven years who, in Bob’s words, have made occasional mistakes and have been ineffective. I think it’s much worse than that and I hope for someone better. It’s unknown if Trump is that person, clearly Hillary Clinton is not. Hillary Clinton proudly said during the Democratic National Convention that she’s a real deal progressive and seeks change. If elected, she will be making Supreme Court nominations. I hope Americans understand the result of a progressive liberal administration working with a like minded Supreme Court majority since progressive liberalism and our Constitution are incompatible. We need to think about what America will become without a working constitution to keep a progressive liberal government in check? This presidential election truly matters. Ken Fenimore Elizabethtown
Rep.Ê StefanikÊ needsÊ toÊ putÊ principleÊ overÊ politics To the Editor: I disagree with your Aug. 13 editorial insofar as Rep. Elise Stefanik needs to do more than forcefully speak out against Donald Trump’s toxicity: she needs to put principle over politics and announce she will not vote for him. I’m not a one issue voter, but I question the representation of Rep. Stefanik who introduced a resolution to address the “global threat of climate change” yet is tacitly standing by Donald Trump who believes global warming to be a “total hoax” and wants to abolish the EPA and scrap clean energy policy. How can supporting your party’s nominee be more important than standing up for principle and what you believe is needed to protect future generations? Bob Hunter Lake Placid
LocalsÊ lovedÊ AnnualÊ EssexÊ Day To the Editor: Everyone who lives in or around Essex looks forward to the first Saturday in August. This year marked the 37th annual Downtown Essex Day, which was advertised as a “rain or shine” event. We had both! Sunny skies prevailed until 2 p.m. when a rapid storm dumped an inch of rain on the town. I saw dozens of vendors and shoppers huddled under canopies and folks just enjoying the drenching while walking barefoot down the sidewalk. The rain was soon gone and those who were left continued selling and buying. Overall it was a great day and I’d like to say “thank you” to the following people for helping “Essex Initiatives” with this event: Steve Fletcher for set-up and take down, Tom and MaryAnn Mangano for publicity, Donald Christian for traffic control, Essex Fire Department for lending caution cones, Essex Town officials for letting vendors use the town hall lawn, LCTC for offering half-price walk-on tickets for two hours, and especially all residents and businesses who participated and were happy to share their lawns, parking, and driveways with exhibitors and shoppers on this one crazy, fun day per year! We look forward to next year! Donna Lou Sonnett, Essex Day Chair
TrumpÊ bornÊ intoÊ silverÊ spoonÊ society To the Editor: Donald Trump can not articulate himself in a sentence without using a nasty word. He states that a prisoner of war is not a hero. Mr. Trump, you speak out of your ear. But may I ask you: have you ever been in the armed forces? Have you ever been in war? Have you ever been in a prisoner of war camp, where our heroes slept on straw — lice-filled and vermin-laden — and on slabs of wood, or on cement floor? I had the sad privilege to go to one in the Red Cross. After 60 years, I still have nightmares. You, Mr. Trump, were born into a silver spoon society, spoiled to be a narcissistic, egotist individual. No, you will not make the cut. The U.S. can’t afford to trust you with the nuclear codes. Suzanne Larocque North Creek
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t is interesting that in its liberal attempt at lecturing a congresswoman, the Sun Editorial Board chose to open with a seeming celebration of freedom and diversity in its opinion editorial (Aug. 13, 2016) by highlighting an Olympic athlete wearing a hijab. In the Muslim world this is not an expression of diversity, and in fact, represents the opposite, oppression. It is a symbol of the fact that women of Islam are second class citizens and have no freedom of choice regarding what they wear or do. This attempt at a politically correct tribute undermines the rest of the absurd premise that Rep. Stefanik should denounce Trump because of what the liberal media call his ‘hate speech’ and lack of values (read political correctness). Granted, Trump is no silver tongued devil in extemporaneous speech, but there is always a supportive basis in reality underlying his comments. Behind Trump’s often over-thetop rhetoric, such as building a wall/deporting illegals, temporarily banning Muslim refugees, that Obama/Clinton ‘founded’ ISIS, or Clinton lies, are realities such as the fact that illegal immigrants (illegal by definition) do commit crime; every terrorist attack around the world since 911 has been committed by Muslims; Obama/Clinton did create the vacuum which allowed ISIS to develop; or that Clinton is a pathological liar (video spurred Bengazi attack, FBI email investigation, dead-broke leaving the White House, running under rifle fire in Bosnia, etc.). There is no question Trump could say some things differently (or not at all), but the point is he is highlighting issues that need attention, not falling in line behind some lemming-like political correctness narrative, telling people what they want to hear and offending not even the tiniest minority even if it denigrates our founders principals. Rep. Stefanik should not denounce Trump, but should support him as her party’s nominee, disagreeing with him where appropriate for her. It is not for the Sun Board to be dictating what they think her position should be, nor cherry picking and disparaging other Republicans based on whether they ascribe to your liberal bias or not. Hopefully she will be independent minded enough and not cave to such absurd commentary for fear that is what the ‘people’ really want. If the Board feels compelled to lecture our elected representatives, how about an editorial about a Democratic nominee who lies with impunity, is as scripted as a play, has no principals and changes color chameleon-like depending on who she is trying to impress. Let’s see an editorial recommending that Schumer denounce her for lack of these values. Ken Salamon holds a Ph.D. from Fordham University and New York University in Environmental Toxicology and resides in Minerva. He can be reached at kjsalamon@msn.com.
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he end of summer is fast approaching, and with it, unfortunately, brings an end to summertime activities. Now is the time to capitalize on the wealth of activities available during our short sunny season. Soon enough attending that exhibit opening or concert will also mean braving the snow. Until then: Second City will return to the Lake Placid Center for the Arts (LPCA) on Aug. 20 at 8 p.m. Second City is a legendary sketch comedy troupe known for launching the careers of Tiny Fey, Steven Colbert, Steve Carell, Bill Murray and more. Tickets to the performance are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. The LPCA will also host Alash, a throat singing group from Tuvan, on Aug. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Alash is a trio of master throat singers from Tuva, a tiny republic in the heart of Central Asia. The ancient art of throat singing developed among nomadic herdsmen of this region. Alash remains grounded in this tradition while expanding with new ideas from the West. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For more information on these events, visit lakeplacidarts.org. The Strand Center Theater in Plattsburgh will host Ken & Brad Kolodner on Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. Dynamic father-son duo Ken & Brad Kolodner weave together a captivating soundscape on hammered dulcimer, banjo and fiddles, pushing the boundaries of the Old-Time tradition into uncharted territory. Tickets cost $25. For more information, visit strandcenter.org. The Lake George Music Festival will sponsor the first annual “Sounds of Our Time” concert on Aug. 24. Created in 2016 by Lake George Music Festival Director Roger Kalia, the Sounds of Our Time concert series seeks to demonstrate the connections between popular music of our time and classical music, both contemporary and from the past. For the first installment of the series, electronic dance duo Mako will perform alongside the LGMF Symphony Orchestra. The show starts at 8 p.m. For more information, visit lakegeorgemusicfestival.com. The Upper Jay Art Center will host performer Danny Schmidt on Aug. 20. Schmidt has been recognized by the Chicago Tribune as one of the most significant songwriters in the past fifty years. Drawing comparisons to Leonard Cohen and Townes Van Zandt, Schmidt is considered a preeminent writer and artist. The concert will begin at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $15. For more information on these events, contact the Upper Jay Art Center at 946-8315. Queensbury graduate Delaney Silvernell will make her debut headlining performance at the Charles R. Wood Theater in Glens Falls on Aug. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. For more information, visit woodtheater.org. An “invasion from across the pond” will hit Plattsburgh’s ROTA Studio and Gallery on Aug. 27. This unique event will bring drag queens from Vermont to perform for the residents of Plattsburgh. Performers will include Miss Crime Scene, Luci Furr-Matrix, Mhisty Knights and more. Organizers encourage locals to “come have great time, and learn about the art of drag performing.” Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on a $3-10 sliding scale, and attendees are encouraged to pay what they can afford. For more information, visit facebook.com/rotagallery. The Town of Long Lake Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor the 5th Annual RondeauFest on Aug. 20. The Mt. Sabattis Pavillion event will feature a lineup of acts from Ver-
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mont and New York. Fat River Foods, a locally owned Food Truck, will be on site. The music fest will run from 5-10 p.m. Tickets cost $10, kids ages 18 and under are free. For more information, visit mylonglake.com or call 624-3077. Burlington based rock band Pony Truck will perform at the Ballard Park Performance Pavilion in Westport on Aug. 20 at 6 p.m. This “pass-the-hat” concert will directly benefit the Ballard Park Foundation, whose efforts allow the community to enjoy a privately funded public space. For more information, contact 962-8055. The Adirondack Gypsies will perform at the Public Beach Pavillion in Newcomb on Aug. 24. This free show is the second to last in a series of concerts sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Town of Newcomb. The Gypsies will take the stage at 5 p.m. For more information, visit discovernewcomb.com. The Olympus Piano Trio will perform at the United Methodist Church in Saranac on Aug. 21 at 4 p.m. Their program will include works by Brahms, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. A donation of $15 is suggested. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 293-7613 or visit hillandhollowmusic.org. Tannery Pond Center in North Creek will host the Lake George Music Festival’s Piano Mania on Aug. 21 at 1 p.m. This concert will feature pianists performing solo, 4-hand, 6-hand, and 8-hand piano repertoire by Mozart, Brahms, Gershwin, Wild, Rachmaninoff, Gurt, and Ravel. A $10 donation is suggested. For more information, call 251-2505. On Aug. 25, watch creativity unfold as artists work from a live model to create their own portrait masterpiece at the Hyde Collection in Glens Falls. Attendees will vote on who will be named “Master of Portraits”. After the “Face Off ” competition, the masterpieces will be on view in Hoopes Gallery until Sept. 4. Tickets are $12. To register for this unique event, contact Colette at 792-1761. For more information, visit hydecollection.org.
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mercial wineries to come together and offer samples of their wares in one central location.” EVENT DETAILS The ADK Coast Summer Wine Fest will take place this Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. at Conroy’s Organics in West Chazy. Participating wineries and cideries include Amazing Grace Vineyard and Winery, Vesco Ridge Vineyards, The Champlain Wine Company, Elfs Farm Winery and Cider Mill, Hid-InPines Vineyard and Everett Orchards. Admission, which costs $25, includes all wine and cider tastings, a lunch plate Conroy’s Organics, live entertainment, tractor rides and a commemorative wine glass. A portion of the proceeds will go toward CancerBgone — a fundraising group for the FitzPatrick Cancer Center who’s mission is to ease the suffering of cancer warriors and their families. For more information or purchase a ticket, visit www.adkcoastwine.com/event/wine-festival.
These grapes were grown at Elfs Farm Winery & Cider House. They’re cold climate grapes that turn into a very unique wine for the region. Photo by Teah Dowling
Peru’s Babbie Farm to host grain harvest and antique tractor weekend PERU — The “Grain Harvest & Antique Tractor Weekend” at Babbie Rural & Farm Museum in Peru will return on Aug. 20-21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Forged items will be on sale. Ongoing demos in the grainery and blacksmith shop. For more information, visit babbiemuseum.org.
Ken and Brad Kolodner Trio set to perform with Rachel Eddy at the Strand PLATTSBURGH — On Aug. 26, the dynamic father-son duo Ken and Brad Kolodner will be taking the stage with their hammered dulcimer, clawhammer banjo, fiddles and other string instruments to showcase their world-renowned style of folk music that pushed the boundaries of old-time tradition. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. and cost $25 per person. For more information on this event, please call 563-1604 or visit strandcenter.org.
Farmhouse Pantry to host homebirthing film and Q&A SARANAC — On Aug. 20, Farmhouse Pantry will screen “Why Not Home: The Surprising Birth Choices of Doctors and Nurses.” A Q&A will follow with a local homebirth midwife. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door. For more information, call 293-5174.
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WoodmenLife giving away 500 back-to-school packs Open house to take place Thursday, Aug. 25 By Teah Dowling
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PLATTSBURGH — Starting next week, WoodmenLife will be giving away 500 back-toschool packs. The Plattsburgh-based life insurance group put together hundreds of drawstring bags filled with a one-subject notebook, two pencils, a ruler and an American Patriot’s Handbook — an introduction to the ideas, events and personalities of American freedom — to assist families in need. “We know that school supplies can be expensive and times are hard right now,” said Timothy Gonyo, recruiting sales manager for WoodmenLife. “We understand and we want to help.” The organization will start handing them out during their open house Thursday, Aug. 25. The organization is also working with CEFLS to disburse the leftover bags from the event into libraries throughout Clinton and Essex counties. So far, the Mooers Free Library is on board. Gonyo said he expects to hear back from others within the next week or so. This effort, he said, comes from WoodmenLife’s goal to not only make a name for themselves, but give back to the community. Since moving from Durkee Street to Boynton Avenue in October, the local chapter has held blood drives and donated several flags and flagpoles. Now, they hope to assist elementary school children before their first day not only by hosting their first-ever backpack drive, but offering the kids an afternoon filled with free activities and food. The WoodmenLife Open House will take place Thursday, Aug. 25 from 2 to 6 p.m. at 175 Boynton Ave. Along with the giveaway, kids will be able to enjoy a bounce house and free cotton candy and popcorn. For more information or updates, visit their Facebook page “Woodmen Life – Plattsburgh, NY Chapter 1016.”
The drawstring bags contain a one-subject notebook, two pencils, a ruler and an American Patriot’s Handbook. Photo provided
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Breastfeeding awareness increasing in the region
Clinton County making several efforts to become breastfeeding friendly By Teah Dowling
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PLATTSBURGH — Worried looks and hurtful words never stopped Ashley Bunn from breastfeeding her children in public, which she does regularly. Bunn, mother of 4-year-old Aidynne and 15-month-old Ellie, always thought that breastfeeding was the best choice. But not everyone agreed with her. The Plattsburgh mommy has been called “nasty,” being told that feeding her children was “disgusting” and should be done in private. She didn’t care. “You are sustaining life to the best of your ability,” she said. “I really wish people would see the importance of it and not shame nursing mothers for keeping their baby alive.” Efforts are being made all around Clinton County to change the way breastfeeding mothers, like Bunn, are viewed. Last week, the Clinton County Legislature authorized the Clinton County Health Department to apply for the Creating Breastfeeding Friendly Communities Grant through the state Department of Health. If awarded, the health department will receive $1.2 million over the course of five years to build and expand community-based breastfeeding partnerships. The funds will also go toward “advancing broad-based policy, system and environmental changes on breastfeeding protection, promotion, support and care management within community settings, businesses and health care providers.” Several establishments have already made an effort. WELCOME, MOTHERS Medical facilities like Mountain View Pediatrics in Plattsburgh and Adirondack Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Saranac Lake have been designated as “New York State Breastfeeding Friendly Practices” this past spring after maintaining, promoting and supporting breastfeeding within their offices. “It is a very stressful and emotional time in the first few weeks for moms,” said Amanda Larabie, LPN and nurse manager of Mountain View Pediatrics, in a statement. “Knowing that we can be that resource for them is a great feeling.”
The Big Latch On — a world-wide initiative to promote breastfeeding as the gold standard in early nutrition — took place at CVPH earlier this month. This crowd was the largest one to date. Photo provided
Noel Garrand and Serayah Woodman attended The Big Latch On with their daughter, Noella. The world-wide event took place earlier this month to promote breastfeeding as the gold standard in early nutrition. Photo by Tiffany LaFountain
The Alice T. Miner Center for Women and Children — with help from the House of Prayer, CVPH, Clinton County Health Department and Behavioral Health Services North — opened Nature’s Way Baby Café on Broad Street in March to give nursing mothers and their babies a space to breastfeed, gather information and receive support. Bunn visits the café on a regular basis and participates in community gatherings such as the Big Latch On to visit and relate to other nursing mommies. The Big Latch On is world-wide initiative to promote breastfeeding as the gold standard in early nutrition. CVPH hosted this annual event earlier this month when several moms and babies latched. This crowd was the largest one to date, with more dads than ever before. Over 17,000 breastfeeding women attended across the globe. “We hold this event to tell people that we support breastfeeding in any area,” said Maria Hayes, CWC director. “Breast is the best.” BREASTFEEDING PERKS Local Serayah Woodman, mother of 1-year-old Noella, began breastfeeding early on. For Woodman, breastfeeding came naturally and with ease. “I believe that babies should drink human milk,” she said. “My milk is perfect for my baby.” According to Web MD, breast milk contains antibodies that helps babies fight off viruses and bacteria. It also lowers the risk of getting asthma, allergies, ear infections, respiratory illnesses and diarrhea. Other perks were mentioned by Woodman and Bunn such as saving money, taking less store trips, having an endless supply of milk and, most importantly, creating an inseparable bond. “I truly believe everyone should try this before anything else,” Bunn said. “The first two weeks are awful and bloody and blistery, but after that, it’s heaven.”
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Beekmantown teachers attend summit Beekmantown Central educators part of delegation
SYRACUSE — With a focus on preparing the 21st century learner for the workforce of the future, 250 educators from across upstate New York convened in the classrooms of East Syracuse Minoa Central School District on Aug. 8-9. According to the World Economic Forum Report on the future of jobs, 65 percent of children entering primary school today will ultimately end up working in completely new job types that don’t yet exist, mainly in science, technology engineering or math. Two teams of educators attended from the Beekmantown Central School District, representing 7th and 8th grade students. “It was a great blend of motivation from the speakers and session time to work as a team to develop new programs for our students,” said Beekmantown Central Principal Amy Campbell. Throughout the free two-day event, educators and business partners attended the keynote speech given by George Couros, educator and author of “The Innovator’s Mindset.” He challenged the audience to not teach their students compliance to rules, but instead to “learn how to learn.” Another featured speaker, Marc Siciliano, came from the Teaching Institute for Excellence in STEM based in Cleveland, OH. His leadership in creating STEM hubs and privatepublic partnerships through community ecosystems is being adopted in 36 communities nationwide, including the North Country STEM hub based in Potsdam. “It’s really about higher education. K-12 and businesses work together to better prepare our students for their future,” said Jim King, partner at King+King Architects. “We look forward to offering this to even more educators next year.”
Local doctor honored with BC-ADM PLATTSBURGH — Dr. Jonathan Beach of Beach Medical Services in Plattsburgh recently obtained Board Certified Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) certification through the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE). The BC-ADM certification is comprehensive and only attained by health professionals that meet the eligibility criteria which includes 500 hours in advance diabetes management, a master’s degree or higher and extensive professional education training specific to diabetes. Dr. Beach will continue to offer comprehensive diabetes care for patients in need. For more information, visit beachmedicalservices.com.
Public hearings slated for Aug. 24 PLATTSBURGH — Clinton County will hold a public hearing regarding a grant awarded by the New York State Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal under the Homeownership Program on Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers. Clinton County will also hold a public hearing on Clinton Community College’s 2016-17 school budget Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Legislative Chambers. For more information, visit clintoncountygov.com.
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DANNEMORA — Foster Parent MAPP Certification Classes will be held starting Aug. 22 at the Dannemora Community Center from 5 to 8 p.m. These classes will be held every Monday for a total of 10 meetings. For more information, visit berkshirefarm.org.
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and led to the cancellation of events across the North Country. In addition to the brown lawns, low rivers and frazzled nerves, here’s how the condition has affected the region. STATE WARNINGS Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday directed state agencies to take immediate steps to lower electricity usage due to the persistent high temperatures and humidity expected Friday and through the weekend. All state agencies have been directed to immediately lower energy usage by turning off lights, raising air conditioning temperatures, closing window shades and powering down electrical devices. “This extreme heat has led to near-record electricity usage and has placed significant demands on our entire grid,” said Cuomo in a statement. “As temperatures remain high, I’m once again directing state agencies to take steps to conserve energy and reduce demands on the system. I encourage all New Yorkers to do the same.” Excessive heat is the leading cause of preventable, weather-related deaths each year,
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is down there,” said Westport Supervisor Michael “Ike” Tyler. “There could be old fishing shanties, and other stuff. When there is dangerously low water, it’s a problem. “I get daily phone calls from boaters who want the launch dredged. I contacted DEC about getting our boat access dredged. DEC said they do it randomly and it’s been 50 years since they dredged Westport,” Tyler said. Dave Winchell, a DEC spokesman, said dredging requires permits from the Army Corps of Engineers. “And it’s only a temporary fix. We try to locate boat launches where the depth drops off quickly,” Winchell said. He said the lack of rainfall has posed problems at state boat launch areas on the lakes and on rivers throughout the region. “The low water conditions are having some impact on the launching and retrieval of boats at DEC boat launches on Lake Champlain, mainly for the larger vessels. Also motors are churning up more sediment at the boat launches as they set closer to the bottom,” Winchell said. RECREATION The town of Plattsburgh rolled out an ambitious event schedule this summer. Most of
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those activities haven’t been affected, reported Melanie Defayette, a parks and recs staffer, because water levels at the Cadyville Beach are controlled by a dam and have remained constant. While kayaking trips have continued each week, the town did cancel its upcoming annual Doggie Paddle Day on Friday. The event, scheduled to take place next weekend, was torpedoed because the brook used to fill the pond in East Morrisonville Park is too low. “Last year, 20 to 30 dogs participated and everyone had so much fun,” Defayette said. “It’s a shame we had to cancel.” “We’ve been very, very lucky that the drought hasn’t affected us like other municipalities.” In Champlain, the village organizes twiceweekly rowing trips along the Great Chazy River. But the water is so low this year, large rocks are now exposed, making it difficult to maneuver around, said Janet McFetridge, a village trustee.
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GRANTEE Michael and Marianne Peryea Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Courtney Bond and Cody Trombley Wells Fargo Bank NA Archil Chechelashvili Jeremy Phelps Susan Lyman Robert Hoffman and Sarah Loomis Plattsburgh Realty LLC Leo M. and Susan A. Laurin Daniel H. and Brenda J. Drowne Andrew J. and Janis A. Krug William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute Dean and Jessica LaClair Taylor LaPorte Deron Martin Theresa Schwartz Ed Garrow and Sons INC Derek Winters David R. Wilfore David Durham Keith and Jeanette Conners Lindsey E. Pashow and Michael P. Egan Ronald F. Brown Timothy Novine, Elizabeth A. Novine Kevin and Lora Thornton Marsha R. LaFountain Heather N. Gravatt Peter J. and Catherine L. McCormick Phillip M. and Bridget P. Monzel
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24-foot, 1985 Sea Ray for sale with fishing equipment. Two Canon Mag 10 electric downriggers, one with Sub Troll (gives speed and temp at the downrigger ball) stainless rod holders, planer board masts, Hummingbird depth finder and new trolling plate and bimini. Small block V8. Interior is a bit rough (It's a fishing boat) but this is the best running boat I've ever owned. Ready to fish will troll all day and get you home at 35 mph. Sleeper cuddy with small toilet. Comes with a 1998 tandem trailer with surge brakes. Located on Route 9 in Westport. Asking $3,000 but will consider less minus the fishing equipment. Call John at 962-8434 or 420-2795 for more details.
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LECTURES & SEMINARS
ELIZABETHTOWN - Al-Anon Family Group, family, friends of problem drinkers. Elizabethtown Community Hospital Board Room. 4 to 5 p.m. Anonymous, confidential, free. Details: 518-962-2351, 518873-2652. Every Sunday.
CHAMPLAIN -The Northern Lights Square Dance Club invites you to 2 FREE dance lessons on Tuesday, Sept. 6th and 13th - 7PM to 9:30 PM at the Northeastern Clinton Central School (NCCS) 103 Route 276 in Champlain, NY. at 7: PM. with Mr. Carl Trudo, our caller. Come and join us - no age limit - no partner needed. For more info. call. Fran 518 236 6919, Margot 450 247 2521.
PLATTSBURGH – Al-Anon Adult Children Meeting every Monday at 7pm-8pm, United Methodist Church, 127 Beekmantown Street, Plattsbugh. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-5610838. PLATTSBURGH – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Tuesday at United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh Noon-1pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-5610838. PLATTSBURGH – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Thursday at United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh 7:30pm-8:30pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838. PLATTSBURGH – ALATEEN Meeting every Thursday at United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh 7:30pm8:30pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838.
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ADVERTISE IN THE SUN COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD! FOR PROFIT FOR 4 LINES (.75 FOR ADDITONAL LINES) 1 WEEK $9, 3 WEEKS $15, 52 WEEKS $20 A MONTH. NOT FOR PROFIT FOR 4 LINES (.50 FOR ADDITONAL LINES) 1 WEEK $5, 3 WEEKS $10, 52 WEEKS $15 A MONTH.
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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 LAKE PLACID - SUMMER STORY TIME & CRAFT FOR KIDS, In addition to our monthly Sunday Storytime & Craft at 4:00 pm, starting from July 4th to August 29th, The Bookstore Plus will be hosting a weekly Summer Story-time & Craft on Mondays at 10:00 am. Our storyteller will read to the children, and then follow the storytelling with a themed craft project. All children are invited to participate. Craft supplies will be provided at no cost. The Bookstore Plus, 2491 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY, (518) 523-2950 Phone, (518) 523-3591 Fax
ELIZABETHTOWN – 2015-2016 WIC Schedule at the Public Health Building December 3, January 7, Feb 4, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1, 8:00 - 3:30 PM November 19, December 17, January 21, Feb 18, March 16, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15, 11:30 am - 6:30 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296 KEESEVILLE – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the United Methodist Church November 25, December 30, January 13, Feb 25, March 24, April 28, May 26, June 23, July 28,August 25, September 22, October 27, November 23, December 22, 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 LAKE PLACID – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the Thomas Shipman Youth Center December 1, January 5, Feb 2, March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6 , 9:30 am - 2:15 PM November 24, December 22, January 26, Feb 23, March 22, April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22, December 27 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM Call us to schedule an appointment or find out more information at 518-873-3560 or 518- 569-3296
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
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.
AUSABLE FORKS – 2015-2016 WIC schedule at the Ambulance Building-Ausable Forks December 2, January 6, Feb, 3, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, at 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
WILMINGTON - WILMINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY TO PRESENT Dog Days: Stories of Dogs in the Adirondacks August 19th 7 pm. Refreshments for this program are provided by the Country Bear Bakery in Wilmington. For further information, contact the Wilmington Historical Society at 518-420-8370 or email whs12997@hotmail.com .
FARMER'S MARKETS ELIZABETHTOWN – Adirondack Farmers Market, Fridays until September 16th 9am-1pm, Behind the Adirondack Museum. KEENE – Adirondack Farmers Market Marcy Airfield Sundays 9:30am-2pm until October 9th. PUBLIC MEETINGS CADYVILLE – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Sunday 7pm8pm, Wesleyan Church, 2083 Rt. 3, Cadyville, NY. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838. CHAZY – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Friday at Sacred Heart Church, 8 Hall Street, Chazy 7:30pm-8:30pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838. ELIZABETHTOWN – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Sunday at Elizabethtown Community Hospital Board Room, 75 Park St., Elizabethtown, 4pm-5pm. For more information call 1-888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838. ELIZABETHTOWN – Elizabethtown Thrift Shop will have it's Monthly Meeting Second Monday of Every Month at 7pm @ The Episcopal Parish Hall. LAKE PLACID – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Monday at St. Agnes Church Basement, 169 Hillcrest Avenue, Lake Placid 8pm9pm. For more information call 1888-425-2666 or 518-561-0838. PLATTSBURGH - BREASTFEEDING - LA LECHE LEAGUE Do you have questions about breastfeeding? Do you have support you can offer to others? Do you need information about returning to work and nursing? Please join us for mother-to-mother sharing. All mothers, mothers-to-be, and children are welcome. Meetings are twice monthly: the first Monday at 7 P.M and the third Friday at 10:00 A.M at the Family Connections, 194 U.S Oval, Plattsburgh. Info: 518-643-9436.
SARNAC LAKE – Al-Anon Family Group Meeting every Wednesday at Baldwin House, 94 Church Street, Saranac Lake 7pm-8pm. For more information call 1-888425-2666 or 518-561-0838. SCHROON LAKE - The Westport Chapter of Soccer Officials has scheduled their next 2 meetings for any new and all returning officials. Meetings will be August 15 @ 7:00pm @ Schroon Lake Town Offices, and a mandatory meeting for rules interpretation August 22 @ 6pm @ Schroon Lake Town Offices. All returning officiating this year are reminded to take the online exam by August 14. Any questions, call 518-593-6143 LECTURES & SEMINARS PLATTSBURGH - twice-monthly Public Science Forums on interesting topics in science and the social sciences at The Champlain Wine Company, 30 City Hall Place, Plattsburgh NY 12901. First and third Mondays of each month at 5:30 pm. Beginning Monday Feb. 1st. Local Scientists and Social Scientists present provocative public forums free to the public. For more information, please call 518564-0064.
THE ASRC FALCONER SCIENCE/NATURAL HISTORY LECTURE SERIES 2016 TUESDAY EVENINGS - 7:00 p.m. Free admission and open to the public. ASRC WHITEFACE FIELD STATION 110 MARBLE LANE Wilmington, NY 12997 July 12 The Adirondack Moose Project. Visual presentation by Sharon Tabor, DECs Bureau of Wildlife Technician Discussion and multimedia presentation of the current Adirondack Moose Project as it relates to scientific research: the distribution and population trends of moose in New York, habitat selection, health monitoring and implications climate change may have on moose across the Northeast. July 26 El Nino and La Nina Effects On Local and Global Weather Multimedia presentation by Conor Lahiff, National Weather Service Meteorologist. Highlights of general weather across the North Country with a focus on winter weather patterns, including a review of this past winter. Also discussed will be teleconnections such as how La Nina and El Nino affect the local and global weather and climate change. August 9 View From Above: Seeing Our Environment in a New Light. Multi-spectral imagery discussion by Dr. Melanie Johnson, Associate Professor, Department of Natural Sciences Paul Smiths College. We have increasing amounts of multi-spectral imagery publicly available for little to no charge that can tell us so much about our world. In this talk, we will discuss basic remote sensing of the environment, what a remote sensing of the environment, what a remote sensing analyst sees, how that vision compares to what we see every day, and how we can shift our perspective to see things in a new light. August 23 Climate Change: Whats Left to Argue About? Presentation by Dr. Eric Leibensperger, Atmospheric Science Professor, Department of Earth Sciences SUNY Plattsburgh
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