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White Water Family and friends gather to honor fallen soldier Manor receives Release balloons in remembrance $140K grant By Lindsay Yandon lindsay@denpubs.com
Energy efficient improvements planned By Lindsay Yandon lindsay@denpubs.com NORTH CREEK — The 24-unit apartment complex for the elderly in North Creek known as White Water Manor recently received a $140,000 grant to upgrade the building’s weatherization and increase electric usage efficiency. The grant was awarded from the state Department of Housing & Community Renewal (DHCR). Lexington Management, Inc. aided in writing the grant and will manage the project. “Our role is to seek out opportunities and assist in the grant writing process,” said project manager Penny Black Rudinger. With the rise in energy costs and the growing inefficiency of the aging building at White Water Manor, costs were becoming a burden. Tenants pay their own utility bills and were becoming more dependent on outside assistance. The plans include the installation of all new insulation, an upgrade the refrigerators in each unit, the addition of more efficient windows and improvements to the water system. “The projects that we are planning will significantly improve our energy usage as well as reduce the utility bills of our tenants,” said site manager Frank Boos. “This will help to keep rent lower by saving money in common areas,” said Rudinger. Not only will the improvements increase energy efficiency and reduce utilities bills, it is also a benefit for the tax payer. The grant reduces the need for a dependency on the New York State rental assistance or other subsidy funds drawn from taxes. Local contractors will have the opportunity to bid on the upcoming projects, creating a local job market. “This project is integral to the community in that it provides a place for local elderly to live alone in a secure and convenient environment,” said Rudinger. According to Rudinger, they hope to have the improvements completed before the end of the year. The White Water Manor was built in 1991 from funds provided by the rural development efforts of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Tenants are 62 years and older or are disabled or handicapped of any age. Currently, there are three available apartments in White Water Manor. Upcoming projects will include the installation of an elevator through an additional grant opportunity.
Pfc. Monroe’s mother Delores "Peanut" Monroe and his 9 year-old daughter Delilah Rose wait to release their balloons in his honor. Photo by Lindsay Yandon
Johnsburg Youth Committee sponsored a “make-amask” class and finished up their projects just in time for Halloween. Pictured are, back row: Dog by Nate Fuller, Skull by Todd Millington, Mom-Before-Coffee by Willow Hogan, Showgirl by Eden Smith, Bunny by Sierra Vulpis, Vampire by Ashley Olden, Butterfly by Sheridan Millington, Dog by Megan Fuller. Middle Row: Vampire by Kara LaBounty, Bunny by Ryan Riedinger, Girl by Emma Hagadorn, Vampire by Makayla Millington, Vampire Girl by Annabelle Millington, Showgirl by Maddison Bromley. Front Row: Hamster by Shea Riedinger, Rabbit by Craig Bateman. Photo courtesy of Johnsburg youth Committee
CHESTERTOWN — On the rainy evening of Oct. 24, friends and family of local fallen soldier Pfc. Jeremiah Monroe gathered at the Panther Mountain House in Chestertown in his honor. The family of Monroe organized a balloon release to pay tribute to the local hero’s sacrifice. “It’s been just over a month since we lost Jeremiah and we wanted to do this in remembrance of him,” said Nikki Monroe, cousin of Pfc. Monroe. He frequented the Panther Mountain House, making it the logical place for people to gather. “This was his spot,” said a friend of Pfc. Monroe. The soldier, 31, was killed while on patrol duty in Kandahar, Afghanistan on Sept. 17. He was a graduate of North Warren Central School and was laid to rest on Sept. 29 at Underwood Cemetery, Adirondack after an admiring procession from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Chestertown. As the sky darkened, the crowd gathered outside with balloons in hand to honor their friend. To each balloon, they attached cards reading, “In memory of Jeremiah ‘Miah’ Monroe.” Personal photos and notes were also added before the release. Guests of honor included Pfc. Monroe’s mother Delores Monroe and his daughter Delilah Rose. They released special bouquets of balloons. “We hope to continue this evening as an annual benefit to raise money for The Wounded Warrior Project as well as other organizations,” said Nikki Monroe. Loved ones of Pfc. Monroe said they are inspired to not only honor him, but are also dedicated to the continued support of all soldiers and their families. The mood was somber, but those who gathered stressed that the event was to show their love, to raise their glasses and to celebrate the life of Pfc. Monroe.