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Essex Supervisors mull last-minute cuts
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Last-ditch effort fails to reduce department head raises By Matt Bosley matt@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN — The explosives on the Champlain Bridge were not the only fireworks on display the morning of Dec. 28. The Essex County Board of Supervisors held their End of Annual meeting, which started at roughly the same time the bridge was blown apart by explosives. Four supervisors were initially absent from the meeting as they attended the bridge’s demolition, and their absence cleared the way for a last-minute effort to undo spending plans. However, that effort ultimately failed to change any prior decisions. At the heart of the When you take salary as debate were large as theirs compared to two resolutions estabsome of the lower ones, lishing 2010 that is a fairly decent wage salaries for non-union increase. — St. Armand Supervisor county employees, also Joyce Morency referred to as management-confidential. Nearly all the positions were set to receive a 4.25 percent raise, based on the percentage granted to unionized employees in their negotiations. But as St. Armand Supervisor Joyce Morency pointed out, many of the elected and appointed officials mentioned in the first resolution have salaries much higher than unionized employees. “When you take salary as large as theirs compared to some of the lower ones, that is a fairly decent wage increase,” said Morency, suggesting the county could save money by trimming the percentage back for department heads. The same argument had been posed at previous committee meetings, but support for the full raises prevailed, led heavily by Moriah Supervisor Tom Scozzafava. “His feeling and mine is, being as we have planned to put a committee in place to look at each and every department head salary, that this would suffice,” said Ticonderoga Supervisor Rob Dedrick, referring to plans to establish a three-to-five-year salary schedule for management-confidential employees. Scozzafava was absent, however, as were Cathy Moses (R-Schroon Lake), Dale French (R-Crown Point), and Robert Dobie (D-North Hudson). All had previously voted in favor of the full raises. Their absences counted as ‘no’ votes at the End of Annual meeting. That, combined with the ‘no’ votes of Morency, Lori Lincoln-Spooner (R-Willsboro), Roby Politi (R-Lake Placid), Bill Ferebee (R-Keene), and Randy Preston (I-Wilmington), amounted to enough weighted vote to defeat the first resolution. “I could not support the [2010] budget because it had
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By Fred Herbst fred@denpubs.com CROWN POINT — After more than 80 years of service, the Lake Champlain Bridge has been retired. The span, which was closed Oct. 16 after structural problems were discovered, was demolished Dec. 28 to make
way for a new bridge. “It was a little sad,” said Nancy Frasier, Times of Ti photographer, who covered the demolition. “After all these years to see it come down like that was sad.” Construction of a new bridge is planned to start in the spring with completion targeted for summer 2011.
A new ferry service is being readied near the former bridge in Crown Point to serve motorists while a new structure is being built. The Ticonderoga ferry is also running with the help of anti-ice measures. The Lake Champlain Bridge opened
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Bridge implosion inspires song Speedy Arnold’s video viewed by thousands online By Matt Bosley matt@denpubs.com KEESEVILLE — George “Speedy” Arnold, III has written and played dozens of tongue-in-cheek folk songs over the years, but none that have caught on as quickly as his latest musical project. This well-known local jack-of-alltrades wrote a song last week entitled “They’re Blowin’ Up the Champlain Bridge” that has become a local favorite and somewhat of an internet phenomenon. The song, inspired by the now executed plans to demolish the bridge over Lake Champlain, can be seen online on the popular video sharing site YouTube. Arnold, who has sang and played as part of the bluegrass trio Three Doug Knight as well as in solo performances, said he had no plans to write a song about the bridge demolition, but it fell together Dec. 22.
Singing a serenade to the old Champlain Bridge just prior to its public demolition, were (left to right): Steve Collier, Alice Knight on mandolin and George “Speedy” Arnold on guitar. Performing at the public viewing area at Bulwagga Bay Park, the group sang Arnold’s song “They’re Blowin’ Up the Champlain Bridge,” which has gained thousands of views on YouTube in less than two weeks. Photo by John Lustyik
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ACAP gets grant for Early Head Start By Matt Bosley matt@denpubs.com ELIZABETHTOWN — Young families in Essex County will soon have another friend to lean on. Adirondack Community Action Programs announced Dec. 21 that they have been awarded a grant to provide Early Head Start services in Essex County. Federally funded by the Department for Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families, Early Head Start aims to provide support to families with children age 0-3. “I think it’s going to be an awesome, much-needed program for the county,” said Miki Hopper, Child and Family Services Director at ACAP. Hopper said the program will serve 72 families across Essex County, helping to enhance children’s physical, social, emotional and intellectual development, assist pregnant women with access to prenatal and postpartum care, support parent’s efforts in fulfilling their parental roles, and assist parents in moving toward self-sufficiency. “The grant was supported by our community partners who were a major asset in our being considered for the grant and will be a major part of our success,” said Hopper, noting the demand for early childhood services in the area has been strong as of late. The grant will allow ACAP to hire 11 new employees to coordinate and administer
services. Eight of those new hires will be family advocates that will be available to travel to the homes of participating families. Hopper said going and helping people in their homes will make the program convenient for them to utilize. It will also allow family advocates to build a positive relationship with those who do. “I think it will serve a population that’s typically a homebound population,” said Hopper. “Maybe there are transportation issues or other children in the home.” Through the family advocates, families will have access to health and education resources, referrals to other support programs, and even transportation to medical appointments for the children. “It is the on-going support and resource sharing which make our programs so successful,” stated Alan Jones, ACAP Executive Director. Hopper said the program will initially be entirely home based, but if the opportunity for expansion presents itself, ACAP may look at investing in a center-based option with its own facility. Once established, the ACAP Early Head Start program will be the first of its kind in the North Country. The nearest existing program is in Washington County, and Warren County is also seeking a grant to start theirs. “ACAP is very pleased to be able to offer these services in Essex County,” said Jones, “and we look forward to having a sustainable positive impact on the families we serve.”
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Keeseville Thrift Shop announces winter hours KEESEVILLE — The Keeseville United Methodist Thrift Shop, located at 1699 Front St., announces its new schedule featuring evening hours. The shop will be open Tuesdays from 5-7 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 am. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shop will be closed on Jan. 12 and 26. The Keeseville United Methodist Thrift Shop features clothes, accessories and household items for all ages. Come browse the huge selection and check out the half-price sale. Call 834-9918 for more information.
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xciting events in Essex this week: The Town Board will pay the remaining bills of 2009 on the 31st at 10 a.m. Please keep at least 1,000 feet away from the Town Hall because at 10:30 a fire cracker under the Supervisor ’s chair will go off and, in that manner, reduce the whole chair to rubble. It is anticipated that it will take several months to clear the mess. Then, on Jan. 2, the Town Board meets again to make annual appointments to a wide series of prestigious positions to people foolish enough to believe me. This week is the last week for the 2009 Town Board. Next year, Ron Jackson will be replaced by Sharon Boisen but the voters returned Clair LaPine and Pretty Good. Got a Christmas card from Jay Madigan asking to be remembered to all. Glad to do it, but who is he, anyway? Also got a Christmas card from Terry Meand reminding me that the Northern Coven of Wiccas will hold their annual solstice midnight dance. Come in white robes with pointy tops. Terry reminds me that the Wicca witches, a pre-Christian group, will sing Christmas songs whilst dancing on dippy toes. I have been asked as a Social Security potentate to tell people that positions are
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ecently I was asked by a friend whether I felt that dry or canned food was healthier for cats. Of course, the best resource for answers regarding your own pet is your personal vet; each of our pets has their own unique dietary needs. However, I found a useful article from Dr. Marcus Brown, co-founder of the Capital Cat Clinic in Arlington, Va., that provides some useful information. You can read the full article at CatCare.com, an informative website with a variety of useful articles about feline health. Dr. Brown states that it is important to consider the "natural" diet of early domesticated cats - during the time of Ancient Egypt. These felines thrived primarily on a diet of small rodents. Interestingly, the water content of the "mouse diet" approximates the current water-to-solid ratio of today's can of cat food. Dr. Brown states this is important because cats naturally obtain most of their moisture from food. For this reason, wet cat food can be advantageous over dry kibble. In order for kitty to stay healthy on a diet of dry cat food, she needs a ready supply of water. If your cat does not consume enough liquid, she can develop urinary tract difficulties, including painful kidney stones. Dr. Brown advises that you provide water in a separate place from where your cat's food is served. You may even want to consider the purchase of a "kitty water fountain" which provides a steady moving stream of water, something cats seem to
available to anyone with at least 10 fingers and 10 toes. Work weeks can last no more than 40 hours a week. Call 1-866-861-2010 or contact them at www.2010censusjobs.gov. Really, they have a lot of vacancies and the pay is good. Tell ‘em Jim sent you. You’ll never guess what I found at my bookstore; a book written by Deborah Reber. It’s called “In their Shoes” and consists of interviews with extraordinary women describing their careers. Special thanks to the Willsboro Methodist Church for the loan of a biblical style costume used at the Essex Methodist Church’s Annual Christmas children’s presentation. I don’t know if anyone ever publicly thanked Dean and Claudia Caveney for their Christmas rendition of Mr/Mrs Claus, the Iroquois Masonic Lodge 715 of Essex NY for serving the breakfast, Drew Reithel for cooking, the Essex Volunteer Fireman for their help and use of the Fire House, and, lastly, the folk on the Essex Initiatives Committee for funds. Lastly, thank heavens, Homeland Security rapid responded to botching the latest plane risk by banning false teeth, women’s glued-on fingernails, shoes with metal eyelets, and magazines stapled together.
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hat a fantastic note to end the year on! The students of Westport Central School have proven once again that, even without a generator, they can generate some of the best results around. According to an article in last week's paper, the school that is our community's centerpiece "has been named one of America's Best High Schools in the latest edition of U.S. News and World Report." What can we say, other than "We knew it all along!" This is quite an achievement, and congratulations are clearly in order for all WCS students, teachers, staff, and parents. In his comments, Superintendent Gallagher cited a couple of unusual strengths that contribute to this stellar academic performance. For one thing, everyone's in one building, so that elementary and high school teachers can communicate with each other easily and effectively. And the teachers themselves are unusually qualified, with most possessing a Masters degree in their field. Dr. Gallagher also emphasized our school's unusual culture, which promotes a concern for others that helps strengthen the bonds between students and teachers alike. This agrees with what I know from personal experience. Our school is a place where everyone takes care of everyone else. Students and teachers at WCS know that
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Saying goodbye to the bridge To the editor: How sad, contemplating the last day of a well built, beautiful bridge that served so many for all these years. If the bridge could tell its story what would it say of the oil barges, the paddle wheel steam ship “Ticonderoga,” sail and other pleasure boats, seeing the D&H, (now AmTrack) along the tracks, watching the tailings piles grow from mine activity; accommodating horses and their carts or wagons, the Model T, motorcycles; ice shanties or the lone fisherman braced against the cold wind with his tip-ups trying to catch a meal or two. The bridge has seen a lot of activity, changes throughout the years. What a shame our forefathers’ work to design, build and pay for such a fine structure was neglected beyond repair. In its place, we shall have a bridge of lesser beauty, lacking the wonderful struts and cross members that graced the original one, opening with fanfare, ribbon cuttings by political opportunists. Yes, it will be a fine day; opening a new bridge, creating a new generation that some day will view it nostalgically as it too shall be “blown up” because stewardship was not a priority. An important part of our heritage from the 20th century forever lost.
To the editor: There is no doubt that the North Country is known for the giving spirit of the people that live here. It never ceases to amaze me how this community comes together for a common goal, even in the toughest of times. Although there are many worthy causes to support in our area, there are few that affect the number and variety of that impacted by the annual United Way campaign. Our local United Way supports 33 member agencies. These agencies are staples in our North Country community, ones that most of us could not imagine life in our area without. The Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, YMCA, Senior Citizens Council, Champlain Valley Family Center, Alzheimer ’s Disease Assistance Center, and Hospice, just to name a few, rely on the support of the United Way to continue to provide their much-needed services in our area. This year, the United Way has a goal of $700,000; a goal that can only be reached by all of us coming together as our North Country community always has. A gift to the United Way does not have to be large in order to make a difference. If everyone gives just a little, it is amazing how quickly it all adds up. Find out if your employer does payroll deduction to the United Way–the easiest way to give over time. If this is not available to you, please consider a gift, in any amount, to our United Way at 45 Tom Miller Road, Plattsburgh, NY, 12901. Remember that every dollar brings us a step closer to providing services to all walks of life in our community. We all know someone that has been touched by the United Way and its 33 member agencies. Let’s not let them down; let’s show everyone that, even in the toughest of times, the generosity of the people of the North Country will always shine.
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InBrief “January Jams” back at Recovery Lounge UPPER JAY — The "January Jams" return to the Recovery Lounge starting Sunday Jan. 3 at 2 p.m. and continuing every Sunday in January from 2-6 p.m. The January Jams is an open mic event for musicians of every level. Young players are especially encouraged to attend. Audience members are welcome. The eventis free and coffee will be served. The Recovery Lounge is located on Rt. 9N in Upper Jay. Call 946-8315 for more info.
Elizabethtown ZBA announces meeting ELIZABETHTOWN — The Elizabethtown Zoning Board of Appeals will hold their next meeting at the Elizabethtown Town Hall Jan. 7 at 7 p.m.
Regional WIB meeting Jan. 8 SARANAC LAKE – The Regional Workforce Investment Board will meet in conjunction with the North Country Workforce Partnership at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 8 in the Large Conference Room of the Adirondack Educational Center in Saranac Lake. The board will be hearing a presentation on Green Collar Jobs. Please call 561-4295 x 3071 for agenda information. The meeting is open to the public.
Willsboro School seeking committee members WILLSBORO — Anyeone interested in serving on Willsboro Central School’s 2010-2011 budget advisory committee should contact Brandy Sweatt at 963-4456 ext. 204. The first meeting is scheduled for Jan. 20, 2010 at 5:30 p.m.
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across-the-board 4.25 percent increases, and I cannot support this now,” said Preston. “I think 4.25 percent for anybody in this economy is wrong and that’s how I’m going to vote.” Ferebee motioned to instead increase the department head salaries by two percent, a proposal that had first been approved at a Nov. 25 budget workshop, but was not adopted as part of the 2010 budget. Politi and Morency said two percent would be more in line with raises scheduled for most town employees this year, and Ferebee said it was fair considering that county supervisors agreed to take no increase in pay. County Manager Dan Palmer said lower raises for certain county employees “just doesn’t make sense,” as non-union employees have traditionally been given the same raises as those belonging to the union. Newcomb Supervisor George Canon agreed, but was the only one to vote against the proposal; and it passed. A second resolution applying the 4.25 percent raises to all management-confidential employees was also struck down with Politi, Ferebee, Preston, and Randy Douglas (D-Jay) voting against it. Douglas instead suggested a revision of the resolution that would set department head raises at two percent, while other management-confidential employees received the full 4.25 percent. Politi proposed an amendment that would extend the two percent raise to any making more than $50,000 annually. Palmer and Canon argued against the two percent raises, saying they would allow some unionized workers to receive higher pay than their supervisors. “You’re asking a certain group to fall on the sword when nobody else has to do so,” Palmer said. “I don’t think it’s well planned out; I think it’s poorly done.” Both Dedrick and Westport Supervisor Dan Connell expressed concern with changing what supervisors had already determined at previous meetings. “A lot of times, these last-minute decisions aren’t well thought out, and we’re just acting on emotion,” said Dedrick. “I just think everybody here thought this would be much easier because [Scozzafava’s] not here,” said Chesterfield Supervisor Gerald Morrow. Politi’s amendment failed to gain enough support and was defeated, as was Douglas’s resolution. Though other suggestions were brought forth, none were able to spark a consensus among supervisors. “If we don’t act on this today, I’m sure we’re creating a lot of extra work for payroll,” said Essex Supervisor Ron Jackson, noting that the salaries would go into effect Jan. 1 before the next board meeting. The board then recessed at the request of Politi. When they returned to session, Moses had returned from her absence. Politi moved to reconsider the original proposal of acrossthe-board 4.25 percent raises, and the measure passed with only Preston dissenting. Palmer emphasized that the plan included a thorough review of management-confidential salaries and that he should have an assessment finished by April. The prior resolution that had already been passed with two percent raises was brought forth for revision to 4.25 percent and passed by a similar vote. Asked why he decided to change his vote, Politi said after the meeting, “We weren’t going to get a resolution today.”
SATURDAY January 2, 2010 don’t open the bag. Eat the peanuts, don’t eat the peanuts. A quick glance at the bag solves the problem for the most indecisive person. Warning on chainsaw; “never use hand to stop moving chain.” This one is a no brainer, in other words, if you grab a moving saw chain, you have no brain. Warning on TV remote; “not dishwasher safe.” This By Scot Hurlburt warning may be addressing the people that take cleanliness just a little too far. Warning on box of rat poison, “causes cancer in laboratory mice.” Maybe the manufacturer is letting the consumer know that their rat poison may be a cancer risk to them as humans share the same essential DNA that mice have. In other words, don’t eat the rat poison because you might get cancer or in the short run; worse. Warning on Cycle Aware bike helmet mounted mirror, “objects seen in the mirror are actually behind you.” The warning should say, do not ride a bike if you can’t figure out that the objects in the mirror are behind you. Warning on Halloween Batman costume, “this costume does not give the wearer the ability to fly.” Be safe, read the warning labels, it might save your life or just make you laugh. Remember, all kids count.
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Demolition From page 1 Aug. 26, 1929, with two governors — New York’s Franklin D. Roosevelt and Vermont’s John L. Weeks — leading the festivities. This week’s demolition was nearly as festive. Hundreds of people turned out in New York and Vermont to watch as the bridge was imploded and crashed into the lake. Public viewing areas were set up at Port Henry Beach and Bulwagga Bay in New York as well as along Route 125 in Vermont. The spectacle was televised live and broadcast on the internet. It was covered by more than 100 media members. Snow and fog at the time of the demolition limited visibility to a half mile. Sirens sounded 10, 5 and 1 minute before the demolition to warn people of the blast, but many of those watching missed the actual explosion because it happened so quickly — in about 2 seconds. Slow-motion replays of the event showed a series of 500 charges exploding along the 2,184-foot bridge and its collapse. “I could see it well,” said Frasier, who was located in a special media zone at the Crown Point Historic Site. “There was some fog, but I could clearly see the lights (charges) flashing, the explosion and the bridge coming down. “It was kinda exciting,” she added. Some of those planning to watch the event gave up because of the conditions. “I went to Port Henry to watch the demolition, but there was zero visibility so I went home to watch it on TV,” Crown Point Supervisor Bethany Kosmider said. “From what I saw, it was very quick, not as loud as they said it would be and an impressive display of precision by a internationally-known company. “It is sad to see the old bridge go down, but staying focused to the future, I am hopeful that the new bridge will move along as smoothly as the demolition,” she said. “Mother Nature certainly did not want to cooperate today but the job was accomplished anyway.” New York Gov. David Paterson said the demolition is a key step in restoring normal traffic to the region. “We continue to move as quickly as possible to restore the vital connection between our states, and resume normal transportation across Lake Champlain on behalf of those who live near and depend on it in their daily lives,” Paterson said. “The bridge coming down weighs heavy on our hearts, but it is a critical task that is now completed,” he said. “The former Lake Champlain Bridge, which served our states well since it opened in 1929, had outlived its lifespan. Once the new bridge is built, we will have an even more majestic connection between our states, and the communities in the surrounding areas will benefit from a span that will be more modern, but will preserve the environmental and historical integrity of the area.” Roads leading to the bridge were closed to the public. A safety zone of 1,000 feet was established for land access and a 2,000 foot no-fly zone was declared by the Federal Aviation Association. The demolition was handled by Advanced Explosives Demolition, Inc. of Idaho. In order to protect the public during the Lake Champlain Bridge demolition and subsequent debris removal, the United States Coast Guard has established a water safety zone of a minimum of 1,000 feet on either side of the bridge. No vessels, vehicles or people are permitted within the area without Coast Guard approval through April 15 to allow the channel to be cleared of debris.
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Westport native nominated for Grammy By Matt Bosley matt@denpubs.com WESTPORT — When Ben Goldwasser was growing up in Westport, being part of a Grammynominated band was never part of his long-term plans. Still, a rather remarkable series of events has plunged this 26-year-old and his bandmates into seemingly instant stardom on an international scale. Goldwasser always had an inclination for music, taking piano lessons from age eight. He would often perform music in talent shows at school or get together with friends after school to play music together. “I always thought music was something I would do for fun, and it would never turn into a a career,” Goldwasser said. After graduating from Westport Central School in 2001, Goldwasser went to Wesleyan University in Middletown, Conn. to study Physics, though he later switched his major to Music. There, he met Andrew VanWyngarden, a fellow music major who quickly became a close friend. Together, they formed a band named “The Management.” “It just started out hanging out playing music together,” said Goldwasser. “The line between having it be a band and just hanging out together was always kind of blurred.” Their early performances were a two-man act
that involved hooking up an iPod to an amplifier and speakers and singing along with their prerecorded music. “We never decided to take any of it seriously,” Goldwasser recalled. “It was just something we were doing for fun.” Still, they continued to perform after graduating from Wesleyan, going on tour to open for another popular college band called “Of Montreal.” Eventually, they shortened the name of their band to MGMT since another band named The Management already existed. They also added a drummer, guitarist and bassist to produce more of a live sound. The fun of touring soon gave way to financial needs, however, and the band parted ways. Goldwasser took a job building straw bale houses near Oneonta. Meanwhile, some of MGMT’s recordings found their way onto online music sharing sites. Maureen Kenny, a manager at Sony/Columbia Records in search of fresh talent, discovered some of these recordings and sought out the pair with an offer to sign them to a recording contract. “I kind of thought it was a joke at first,” said Goldwasser. “We really didn’t take it seriously because we never really did anything to put our name out there. We hadn’t played anywhere besides a few college parties. It came as a pretty big shock at the time, and I think we’re still trying to figure out how to deal with it.” Their first CD, “Oracular Spectacular,” was released digitally in the fall of 2007 and MGMT gained a strong following on an 18-month tour through Europe, Australia, and elsewhere over-
seas. Along the way, they made television appearances on David Letterman and other late night talk shows, and opened for Radiohead, Beck, and Paul McCartney. “Oracular Spectacular” has since been named as Best Album of 2008 by NME, a leading British music magazine, and recently passed the 500,000 unit mark for sales, earning it certification as a gold album. Their quick rise to fame has been astonishing, even to Goldwasser himself. “Hopefully it has more to do with people recognizing that there are real people behind it,” he said, noting their willingness to avoid conforming to prevailing yet fleeting trends in the music industry. “We’ve just been doing the same thing we’ve always done; making music that we like and not worrying about if it’s commercial or not. We realize that may not always work out, and we’re prepared to deal with that.” “It’s still surprising,” he added. “We’ve just had to have a sense of humor about it.” Still, the biggest surprise for the band may have come Dec. 1 when MGMT was announced as a 2010 Grammy nominee for Best New Artist. In addition, their song “Kids” was nominated for Best Performance by a Pop Duo or Group, and will compete with recent hits by Hall and Oates, Bon Jovi, The Fray, and The Black Eyed Peas. “Andrew and I were big fans of Hall and Oates in college,” said Goldwasser, “so it’s especially weird to be nominated for a Grammy alongside them.” Goldwasser said he’s somewhat “disenchant-
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ed with the whole Grammy thing.” “I don’t remember the last time an artist I really liked won a Grammy,” he said, noting how the awards have traditionally recognized the more commercial products of the music industry. Still, he said some of that may be beginning to change. And at the same time, MGMT will be looking to the future as well. “We’re trying not to get stuck just doing one thing,” Goldwasser said. “We want to keep growing and evolving as people and as musicians, and enjoy it as long as it lasts.”
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St. James’ Church Traditional & Angilician Worship. Father David Ousley, Rector and Rev. Patti Johnson, Decon. Services: Wed. 6 p.m. Health & Prayer Holy Eucharist. Sunday 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist. United Methodist Church Main Street. 647-8147. Sunday 11 a.m. Worship Service. Email: afumc1@frontiernet.net Holy Name Catholic Church Rt. 9N, Main Street, AuSable Forks, 6478225, Administrator: Rev. Kris Lauzon, Daily Masses Monday @ 5:15 p.m., Tues. Fri. @ 8 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m., Sun. 9:15 a.m. Confessions (reconciliation) one half hour before weekend masses.
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St. Matthew’s Catholic Church Black Brook, Silver Lake Rd., 647-8225, Administrator: Rev. Kris Lauzon, Masses Sun. 11 a.m. Confessions (reconciliation) one half hour before each mass.
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United Methodist Rt. 9N. 834-5083. Sunday, 11 a.m. Worship Service. Pastor Rev. Joyce Bruce.
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St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church Court Street. 873-6760. Father Peter Riani., Mass Schedule: Saturday 4:30 p.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m., Weekdays: Consult Bulletin. Thursday 10:15 a.m. Horace Nye Home. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30 p.m. - 4:10 p.m. Website: http://ccsespn.-grainofwheat.net Church of the Good Shepherd (Episcopal) 10 Williams Street. 873-2509. Sunday, Holy Communion 8 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Healing Prayer Service: Every Wed. 6:30 p.m. Men’s Group: Every Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Rev. David Sullivan. All are welcome. Email: goodshepherd-etown@charter.net Web: www.etowngoodshepherd.org United Church of Christ (Congregational) Court Street. 873-6822. Rev. Frederick C. Shaw. Worship Service: Sun. 11 a.m.; Sunday School ages 4 - grade 6. Nursery service Email: FShaw@westelcom.com
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St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Rt. 22. 963-4524. Father Scott Seymour, Pastor. Sunday Vigil Mass @ 8 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: 3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. Email: stphilip@willex.com Essex Community Church (Methodist) Corner of Rt. 22 and Main St. 963-7766. Rev. John E. Hunn. Sunday Worship Services: 10:15 a.m.; Sunday School; Methodist Women’s Org. - 3rd Wednesday. Pre-School Playgroup - Thursdays 10 a.m. St. John’s Episcopal Church Church Street. 963-7775. Holy Communion and Church School, Sunday 9:15 a.m., Morning Prayer, Wednesday 9 a.m. Community Potluck Supper, Tuesday 6 p.m. Old Testament Bible Study, Wednesdays 10 a.m., Rev. Margaret Shaw. Email: stjohnschurch@willex.com
Foothills Baptist Church at Boquet 2172, NY Rt. 22 in Essex. Formerly Church of the Nazarene. Wednesday Night Service at 6 p.m. Worship services are Sunday 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday school 9:45 a.m. For further information call Rev. David White at 963-7160. Email: foothillsbapt@netzero.net
HARKNESS Harkness United Methodist Church Corner Harkness & Hollock Hill Rds., Harkness, NY. 834-7577. Rev. Edith Poland. Sun. School 8:30 a.m.; Worship 9:30 a.m. ediepoland@aol.com
JAY First Baptist Church of Jay Rev. Joyce Bruce, Pastor. Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.
KEENE St. Brendan’s Catholic Church Saturday Mass at 4 p.m., Sunday Mass at 11:15 a.m.; Pastor: Rev. Joseph Morgan; Pastor. Rectory Phone 523-2200. Email: stagnesch@roadrunner.com St. Hubert’s All Souls Episcopal Church Sunday Communion Service 10 a.m., June 29 through September 14 Keene Valley Congregational Church Main Street. 576-4711. Sunday Worship Services 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m;. Choir Wednesday evening 7 p.m. and Sunday 9:15 a.m. Keene United Methodist Church Main Street. Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. Communion 1st Sunday every month.
KEESEVILLE Immaculate Conception - St. John the Baptist 1804 Main Street, 834-7100. Monsignor Leeward Poissant. Ant. Mass Saturdays - 4 p.m. - St. John’s. Sunday Masses; 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception during the winter months. Email: rcckparish@charter.net
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“I had got up that morning and just read the headline,” Arnold said. “I was in the shower, and when I got out, I wrote down what I had in my head for the first verse and the chorus.” He decided not to do anything more with it, because at that point, the bridge demolition was just a day away, but it was soon postponed to Dec. 28. “When they put it off, that’s when I said to myself, ‘I have to finish this thing.’” Words for a second verse came to him the next day on his daily bus run for AuSable Valley Central School. When he played the song for a few of his friends, they urged him to put it online. Alice Knight and her son, Tanner, joined Arnold in his basement along with Gus Ayers. Together, they rehearsed the song with added harmony. “We went through it two or three times and they had the down to where it was good enough,” said Arnold. His sister, Alison Arnold, set up a video camera and recorded it. “Tanner said, ‘Let’s upload it.’ Within two days it had 900 views.” Word of the video quickly spread as friends passed along the link via e-mail. As of Dec 29, the video had over 10,000 hits on YouTube. It has since been played on some area radio stations. “Champ 101.3 was playing it and they joked that it sounds like a guy in his livingroom with a cassette tape,” said Arnold. “That was the beauty of it; that it was kind of loose and silly.” With the song receiving so much attention, Arnold and his friends decided to take their performance to Bulwagga Bay the morning of Dec. 28 as the bridge was being demolished. “The people said, ‘At least someone has something to entertain us,’” Arnold recalled, noting how poor visibility made the implosion a lackluster show. “A lot of them knew the words.” Arnold also serves as tax assessor for the town of AuSable, runs Arnold’s Grocery and Likker Lokker, and dabbles in visual art as a hobby. He said he doesn’t have much in the way of future plans for the song, though many people have encouraged him to keep revising and performing it. “I don’t have any delusions of grandeur about this,” he said, attributing the song’s popularity to its timeliness. “I’ve got other things I need to do.” To view Arnolds song on the Web, visit www.youtube.com/user/tjkcivic or the direct link at www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNLMg6_JCGM.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Clinton Street, Keeseville. 834-5432. Sunday Service 9 a.m. Rev. Blair Biddle. Keeseville United Methodist Church Front Street, Keeseville. 834-7577. Rev. Edith Poland. Sunday School 9:45 p.m.; Worship 11 a.m. 834-7577. Email: ediepoland@aol.com The Good Shepherd Church of the Nazarene 124 Hill Street, Keeseville, NY. 834-9408. Pastor Richard Reese. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Tuesday Prayer Service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Independent Baptist Church Rte. 22 & Interstate 87, P.O. Box 506, Keeseville, NY. 834-9620. Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m., Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m., Bible Study - Wednesday Evening 6 p.m. Website: office@ibck.org Front Street Fellowship 1724 Front Street, Keeseville, 834-7373. Pastor Warren Biggar. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Tuesday: Home Prayer Groups 7 p.m. (Call for locations). Thursday: Ladies Bible Study 2:30 p.m. in Keeseville, 7 p.m. in Plattsburgh (Call for locations). Friday: Celebrate Recovery 6 p.m.; Kingdom Kids 6:30 p.m.; Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Website: www.thebridgekeeseville.com Email: vikki@thebridgekeeseville.com
LEWIS Elizabethtown Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses Rt. 9 West, Lewis, NY. Sunday Public Talk 10 a.m. followed by Watchtower Study 10:35 a.m.; Tuesday 7 p.m. Bible Study & Theocratic Ministry School & Service Meeting. For further information contact Bill Frawley 873-6563. Email: wmfrawley@charter.net First Congregational Church Lewis, 873-6822. Rev. Frederick C. Shaw. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Email: Fshaw@westelcom.com
REBER United Methodist Church Valley Road. 963-7924. Rev. Chilton McPheeters. Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.; Church School 11 a.m.
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ELIZABETHTOWN — The winners of the 2009 Arthur G. Hooper Holiday Decorating contest, sponsored by the Elizabethtown Social Center, Inc., are as follows: In Elizabethtown: • Spirit of Christmas: Mary Jean & Dan Belzer • Most Beautiful: Sharon & Phil Hutchins • Most Original: Casey & Kevin Martin In Lewis: • Spirit of Christmas: Isabelle & Eugene Cassavaugh • Most Beautiful: Nancy & Donald Miller • Most Original: Margaret Bronson Each winner will have their names engraved on a permanent plaque that hangs in the Hale House. The Social Center thanks everyone that took the time to decorate for the holidays.
Essex County Sheriff launches new Web Site ELIZABETHTOWN — Essex County Sheriff Henry Hommes is pleased to announce the new and improved Web site for the Sheriff’s Office. This site is designed to keep the public informed of the Sherrif’s Office actions and the services we can provide to the public. You can acces this site by going to the Essex County home-page at www.co.essex.ny.us or directly by entering www.co.essex.ny.us/Sheriffs/index.html
St. Philip of Jesus Catholic Church 3746 Main Street. 963-4524. Father Scott Seymour, Pastor. Saturday Mass @ 5 p.m. & Sunday Mass @ 10 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: 9:15 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Daily Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. @ 8:30 a.m. & Wed. @ 5:30 p.m.
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United Church of Christ Main Street. Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Church is handicapped accessible. Phone number: 518-585-9196. All are welcome.
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Calvary Baptist Church Rt. 86. 946-2482. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (classes for all ages); Morning Worship 11 a.m. & Evening Service 7 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 p.m. St. Margaret’s Roman Catholic Church Mass Sat. 6 p.m., Sun. 7:30 a.m. Administrator: Rev. Kris Lauzon Confessions 5:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Whiteface Community United Methodist Church Rt. 86 and Haselton Rd. The whiteface Community UMC & Pastor Joyce Bryson invite you to join us for worship at 10:30 a.m. followed by a time for coffee & fellowship. Visitors welcome. Sunday School begins at 9:15 a.m. and child care for children up to age 7 is provided during worship. Church Office open 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Tues. - Fri. Office telephone 9467757. Riverside Thrift Shop located in the Methodist Barn open 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wed. & Sat. Call 946-2922 for questions concerning Thrift Shop. The Ecumenical Emergency Food Shelf and Outreach Program is located in the Rubin Sanford Building next to the church and is open Thurs. 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Call 946-7757 with questions concerning our fuel assistance program. Senior Lunch Program Tues. & Thurs. 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call 946-2922 during that time only for assistance.
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Federated Church Main Street. 962-8293. Sun. Worship 9 a.m. including Children’s Church, followed by Bible Study 10:15 a.m. (beginning Sept. 13). Choir rehearsal Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Bible/Book study in the parsonage Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Youth Group beginning this Fall. Everyone welcome. Pastor Leon Hebrink. www.westptchurch.com Westport Bible Church 24 Youngs Road. 962-8247. Pastor Dick Hoff. Sunday Early Worship and Sunday School 9:15 a.m.; Coffee Break 10:30 a.m.; Second Worship Service 11 a.m.; Olympian Club (Grades 1-6) 5:30 p.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m.; Thursday Men’s Bible Study 6:30 p.m.; Saturday Teen Club 6 p.m. Email: westportbiblech@westelcom.com The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Rt. 9N. 962-4994. Branch Pres. Fred Provoncha. Sacrament Meeting 10 a.m.; Sunday School 11:20 a.m.; Priesthood & Relief Society 12:10 a.m.; Primary 11:20 a.m. 1 p.m. St. Philip Neri Catholic Church 6603 Main St., Father Peter Riani, Pastor. Residence, 873-6760. Mass schedule: Sat., 7 p.m. (Summer only); Sun., 8:30 a.m. Weekdays: consult bulletin. Email: allrises@westelcom.com
Wilmington Church of the Nazarene Wilmington, NY. 946-7708 or 946-2434. Marty J. Bausman, Pastor. Sunday School and Adult Bible Study 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship and Praise 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday - Family Night at Church 7 p.m. (Adult Bible Study, King’s Kids - ages 3-12, Teen Group - ages 13-17). Email: mbausman@whiteface.net
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Congregational United Church of Christ 3799 Main Street, P.O. Box 714. Worship and Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. Pastor Jan Jorgensen, church: 518-963-4048, home: (514) 721-8420. pastorjorgensen@gmail.com United Methodist Church Rt. 22. 963-7931. Sunday Worship Services 9 a.m.; Sunday School 9:30 a.m. After school religous education program 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursdays (Only when school is in session)
Wilmington Interdenominational Holiness Camp 704 Hardy Rd., Wilmington, NY. Service Times: Fri.-Sat. 7 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Evangelist: Rev. Becca Dyke, Watertown, NY
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Horses and USTA Associate Judge at Essex County Fair for many years. He is survived by his wife Gladys Mauran of Westport; his four children: son Irving H. (Cheryl) Mauran, daughters Sandra McQueen, Brenda (Bill) LaHendro and Derinda (Sam) Sherman; 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson; his brother, Donald; and 5 sisters: Freda Aldous, Elizabeth Decker, Martha Cross, Evelyn Waugh and Katherine O’Neil. He was predeceased by his brothers, Howard Mauran, who died in WWII during the Assault at Anzio Beach, Italy, and Alfred Mauran; a sister, Dorothy Blanchard; and a sonin-law, Donald McQueen Sr. Calling hours were held on Monday, Dec. 28, 2009 from 24 and 7-9 p.m. at the Harland Funeral Home in Port Henry. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, Feb. 29, 11:00 a.m. at the Westport Federated Church, Westport, N.Y. Memorial donations may be made in Irving’s name to the Westport Federated Church, Westport, N.Y.
Obituaries Irving W. Mauran Feb. 23, 1919 - Dec. 24, 2009
Irving W. Mauran of Westport, N.Y. died Thursday, Dec. 24, 2009 at Elizabethtown Community Hospital in Elizabethtown, N.Y., surrounded by his loving family. He was born Feb. 23, 1919 in Lewis, N.Y., the son of Beatrice (Kingman) Mauran and Benoit L. Mauran. He married Gladys T. DeGroff on June 27, 1940 at the Westport Baptist Church by the Rev. Clayton A. Pepper. Mr. Mauran attended schools in Lewis and Elizabethtown. He worked for Republic Steel Corp. in Todd Harold Hathaway the mines at Mineville, N.Y., for 38 years. After his retirement he was Aug. 2, 1977 - Dec. 18, 2009 employed by the NYS Dept. of ConTodd Harold Hathaway, 32, passed away Friday, Dec. 18, servation and the NYS Dept. of 2009 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Myrtle Forestry. He was a Veteran of WWII, Beach, S.C. serving in Germany at the Battle of Todd was born in Burlington, Vt. on August 2, 1977 and the Bulge. After WWII, he attended was the son of Richard D. and Sharleen Hoskins Hathaway, U.S. Army War College where he both of Conway, S.C. was trained in Advanced FingerTodd had moved to the Myrtle Beach area in 2007 from printing and Interrogation. He was Durham, N.C. and had been employed by Kroger Food selected as a personal body guard Stores for the past four years. He was a member of the First to the British Prosecutor at the MilUnited Methodist Church of Myrtle Beach. itary Tribunal of War Crimes at Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, Dana R. Nuremberg, Germany. He was a life member of the LaCroix Hathaway of Myrtle Beach; two children, Trinity Mineville Veteran of Foreign Wars, and a member for 50 years of the Lasher Still Post #324 American Legion where LaCroix and Kylie Hathaway, both of Myrtle Beach; three he served as commander. While in Mineville he and his wife brothers, Kyle J. Hathaway of Durham, N.C., Aaron D. Hathaway of Raleigh, N.C. and Todd Walker of Irmo, S.C.; and started the Boy Scouts. When he moved to Westport he once again took the reigns of starting Scouting in Westport. He was a member of the Westport Federated Church since 1944, serving as Head Deacon for many years. He was a member of the Mason’s Sisco Lodge and a member of the Order of Eastern Stars Bessboro Chapter # 651. In 1989 he became District Deputy Grand Lecturer of Clinton Essex District. He was a member of Wadhams Grange # 1051 where he served as lecturer and other offices for many years. For 31 years you saw him standing side by side with his wife laying wreaths on the village green for Memorial Day. He also served as the Community Santa, was a member of the Town Council, Director of Soil and Water Conservation,a member of Then “the Burgh”isthe a n sw er!— Ca llm etod a y! 59282 the US Trotting Association, 24 Margaret Street, Suite #1• Plattsburgh, New York 12901 • 518-561-9680 x105 • ashleyt@denpubs.com owner of Standard Bred
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Cougars rout AVCS girls By Matt Bosley matt@denpubs.com CLINTONVILLE — Northeastern Clinton’s explosive second quarter proved to be too much for the Patriots to overcome as the Cougars rolled to a 49-33 victory in CVAC girls basketball action Dec. 23. Both teams started slow in a game rife with turnovers. AuSable Valley held a 4-3 lead at the end of the first period. “I’ve got to give credit to AuSable Valley,” said NCCS head coach David Lambert. “They put the best pressure on us we’ve seen all year.” The Cougars then found their rhythm, however, going on a 7-0 run led by backto-back 3-pointers from Rachelle Barcomb, and fired their way to 21 points in the second quarter while holding AuSable Valley to just six. They held their doubledigit lead the rest of the way. “We caused a lot of turnovers and we got a lot of baskets off of turnovers,” said Lambert. “Our shooting got better toward the end, and I think we made some good passes that led to easy baskets.” The Patriots, meanwhile, had one of their coldest shooting nights of the year, finishing 14-for-50 from the field. Alexis Coolidge, normally the team’s leading scorer, shot 4-for-24. “Our effort was there defensively and offensively,” said Patriots head coach Roger Long, “but the final product wasn’t there. Offensively, we just couldn’t finish.” Alexis Facteau was a bright spark for the Patriots in the post, finishing with 12 points, 18 rebounds, five steals, and two blocks.
Cedar, for those who are newcomers to this column, is the young dachshund I acquired a little more than a year ago to help me track and locate mortally wounded deer. While she’s continually making progress in that regard, she seems just as intent in wrecking my house and her digestive system through random acts of mischief.
Oh, that mischievous little dog AuSable Valley center Alexis Facteau (left) tries to fend off Northeastern Clinton’s Cari Dominic while scrambling for a rebound in CVAC girls basketball Dec. 23. NCCS put together a 21-6 second quarter to pull away from the Patriots. Photo by Matt Bosley
AuSable Valley held the Cougars’ leading scorer, Katrina Garrand, to just five points, though she was key on the defensive end with six rebounds and four steals. “Basically we did a good job on that, but their other players really stepped up and hit some shots,” said Long. Mary Elizabeth Franke led the Cougars with 12 points while Chelsey Brooks added nine points and six rebounds. “It’s a frustrating loss,” said Long, “but it’s early in the season.”
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Northeastern Clinton (49) Southwick 1-0-2, Dominic 2-0-4, Garrand 1-3-5, Ashline 0-0-0, Grimshaw 0-0-0, Rabideau 1-0-2, Brooks 4-19, Franke 6-0-12, Boumil 0-0-0, Faiviae 3-0-6, Bond 1-02, Barcomb 2-1-7. Totals 19-2-49. AuSable Valley (33) Finnegan 0-0-0, M. Taylor 0-0-0, Casey 0-1-1, Ryan 30-6, Coolidge 4-1-9, Douglas 1-0-2, K. Taylor 0-3-3, Facteau 6-0-12. Totals 14-5-33. 3-point goals: NCCS (2) Barcomb
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o call my pup Cedar a hellion on four paws would be the understatement of the century. In her first year on this planet, she’s managed to chew her way through every part of my wardrobe, including no less than 20 pairs of sneakers, boots, sandals and slippers as well as dozens of electrical cords. No molding or piece of furniture in the house is sacred and she’s had an emergency operation to have only lordknows-what removed from blocking her intestine. She ate my Oakley sunglasses. Destroyed an iPod, a Nintendo DS, two cell phones, every X-Box controller in the place and 10 remote controls. She’s eaten the antennas off both cordless phones and has reduced a rather large collection of CDs and DVDs to useless orbs covered in tiny tooth marks. Most recently, she chewed her way into my ice fishing pack apparently because I’d left a miniscule piece of jerky buried in a Zip-Lock deep in the pack’s underbelly. On her way in, she managed to ingest a plastic cup containing a dozen or so flies complete with number six hooks. I wasn’t all that worried, though, because she washed them down with five dozen Christmas cookies we received last week during a festive office cookie swap. I am not exaggerating — the dog ate 60 cookies. And, she weighs only 24 pounds. At least she used to weigh 24 pounds. I found her sprawled out afterward on the downstairs futon like an otter that had just ingested a pint-sized sumo wrestler. She looked at me drunkenly with one paw on her protruding belly and the other across her furry forehead as if to say, “Stupid, stupid, stupid.” The dog, however, is far from stupid. Take, for example, her uncanny knack for opening the bifold doors behind which my kitchen garbage can sets. For the purpose of a mental picture, it goes down something like this: 1) Lower the head; 2) Charge the center of the door; 3) Hurtle your tiny muscle-bound body into said door; 4) Repeat until said door opens far enough to get said muzzle wedged between said door and said door casing, and ... 5) Gorge on chicken bones, fish heads, peach pits, popsicle sticks, can tops and other life-threatening scraps until the futon calls. John Gereau is managing editor of Denton Publications and an avid outdoorsman. His column appears regularly. He can be reached at johng@denpubs.com.
WANT TO READ MORE? Willsboro’s Hanna Bruno and Ticonderoga’s Jocelyn Barber fight for posession of the ball during the Moriah Christmas Tournament consolation game Dec. 29. Photo by Nancy Frasier
Westport’s Alison Sherman puts a shot up against Lions center Cassie Jones in MVAC girls basketball action Dec. 16. The Eagles grabbed a 55-16 victory over Elizabethtown-Lewis. Photo by Jim Carroll / OvertimePhotography.com
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Friday, Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day, Kwanzaa Ends) KEENE VALLEY — Staged performances of “She Loves Me,” Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 State Route 73, 7:30 p.m. Admission $10. 946-8323.
Saturday, Jan. 2 LAKE PLACID — Meet the Artists night featuring Michelle Buck and Rene Elkaslasy, New Leaf Coffee House Gallery, 2364 Saranac Ave., 5-8 p.m. CHAZY — Open skate, Scotts’ Memorial Rink, 52 MacAdam Road, 5-6:20 p.m. KEENE VALLEY — Staged performances of “She Loves Me,” Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 State Route 73, 7:30 p.m. Admission $10. 946-8323.
Sunday, Jan. 3 PERU —Trailfinders Snowmobile Club Antique Vintage Snowsled Show, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 309, 710 State Route 22B. Breakfast 7:30-11:30 a.m., lunch 11:30 p.m., Denim band performs 2-5 p.m. PLATTSBURGH — Pancake breakfast, District 3 Volunteer Fire Department, 128 Wallace Hill Road, 8-11 a.m. Adults $6, children 5-12 and seniors $5. Take-outs, 561-7370. PLATTSBURGH — Free bowling for Plattsburgh town residents, North Bowl Lanes, 28 North Bowl Lane, 8:30 a.m. Preregistration required. 562-6860.
Tuesday, Jan. 5 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Lake Clear Post Office, 6373 Route 30, 11-11:45 a.m.; park across from Corner Cafe, Gabriels, 12:45-1:15 p.m.; across from town hall, Bloomingdale, 1:302 p.m.; Vermontville Post Office, 6 Cold Brooke Road, 2:15-2:45 p.m.; Church of the Assumption, 78 Clinton St., Redford, 3:304 p.m. UPPER JAY — Story time, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 State Route 9N, 3:30 p.m. SARANAC LAKE — Saranac Lake Green Drinks, Captain Cook’s Bar and Grill, 48 Broadway, 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 6 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Champlain Children’s Learning Center, 10 Clinton St., Rouses Point, 12:30-1 p.m.; Nor ther n Senior Housing, corner of Route 9 and Route
11, 1:15-1:45 p.m.; Champlain Headstart, Three Steeples Church, Route 11, 1:50-2:20 p.m.; Twin Oaks Senior Housing, Altona, 3:10-3:40 p.m.; D & D Grocery, Sciota, 3:50-4:30 p.m. ALTONA — Lecture on how to reduce energy bills with Peter Hagar from Cornell Cooperative Extension, Altona Town Hall, 3124 Miner Farm Road, 6-8 p.m. 561-7450 to register.
Thursday, Jan. 7 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Beekmantown Senior Housing, 80 O’Neil Road, 1:30-2 p.m.; 39 Hobbs Road, Plattsburgh, 2:15-2:45 p.m.; Champlain Park, end of Oswego Lane, 3:15-4 p.m. LAKE PLACID — Pickleball, Lake Placid Elementary School Gymnasium, 318 Old Military Road, 7:30-9 p.m. 5230209.
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Wednesday, Jan. 13 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: CVES, 1585 Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh, 1-2 p.m.; M & M Countr y Store, 933 Norrisville Road, Peasleeville, 2:30-3 p.m.; Apple Valley Apartments, Peru, 3:30-4 p.m. ROUSES POINT — Job search workshop, Dodge Memorial Library, 144 Lake St., 7-9 p.m. 297-6242.
Thursday, Jan. 14 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Windy Acres, 12 Glenns Way, Ellenburg Depot, 11-11:30 a.m.; near the Town Hall, Ellenburg Center, 11:40 a.m.-12:10 p.m.; Lyon Mountain Seniors, Mountain Top Senior Housing, 2:50-3:20 p.m.
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Friday, Jan. 8 JAY — Stoneground Express performance, Amos and Julia Ward Theatre, corner of routes 9N and 86. PLATTSBURGH — North Country Small Business Development Center open house, 194 U.S. Oval, Room 248, 1-4 p.m. SARANAC LAKE — Seeing in One art show reception, Adirondack Artists Guild, 52 Main St., 5-7 p.m. PLATTSBURGH — Family swimming time, PARC Wellness Center, 295 New York Road, 7-9 p.m. $2.
Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Bright Beginnings, 62 Northern Ave., Plattsburgh, 1-1:30 p.m.; Pine Harbour, 15 New Hampshire Road, 1:35-2 p.m.; Lake Forest, Plattsburgh, 2:05-3 p.m.; South Acres Mobile Home Park, 16 Sonya Way, Plattsburgh, 3:30-4 p.m. PLATTSBURGH — Family swimming time, PARC Wellness Center, 295 New York Road, 7-9 p.m. $2.
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Game Road, 12-3 p.m. 873-2198.
PERU — Knights of Columbus Council 7273’s all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner, St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Meals $7 per person, $3 for children 6-12, free for children 5 and younger. Take-outs available. WHALLONSBURG — Junior Olympics Benefit Concert, Whallonsburg Grange Hall, State Route 22, 6-8 p.m. $3 donation requested. 962-4386. MORRISONVILLE — North Country Squares Dance Club meets, Clinton County Fairgrounds, 84 Fairgrounds Road, 7 p.m. Caller and cuer Carl Trudo. 561-7167 or 492-2057. WILLSBORO — “Julie and Julia,” Willsboro Central School, 29 School Lane, 7:30 p.m. $5 adults, $2 age 18 and younger.
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Saturday, Jan. 9 CHAZY — Story hour, Chazy Public Librar y, 9633 State Route 9, 10 a.m. Ages 3-8. 846-7676 to register. WILLSBORO — Snow tubing, Pok-OMacCready Outdoor Education Center, 1391 Reber Road, 6-9 p.m. $10 per person. 963-7967.
Sunday, Jan. 10 PLATTSBURGH — Free bowling for Plattsburgh town residents, North Bowl Lanes, 28 North Bowl Lane, 8:30 a.m. Preregistration required. 562-6860. WILLSBORO — Winter Turkey Shoot, Willsboro Fish and Game Club, Fish and
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Plattsburgh town residents, North Bowl Lanes, 28 North Bowl Lane, 8:30 a.m. Preregistration required. 562-6860. SARANAC— Second annual Francis Perr y Memorial Spagehtti Dinner, Saranac Volunteer Fire Depar tment, 3277 State Route 3. 293-8290.
p.m. $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members, pre-registration required. 891-2980. SARANAC LAKE — Fifth Annual Saranac Lake Talent Show, Harrietstown Town Hall, 39 Main St., 6 p.m. $5 application fee, 891-0182.
Monday, Jan. 18 (Martin Luther King Day) Sunday, Jan. 24 UPPER JAY — Quilter’s Gathering, Wells Memorial Librar y, 12230 State Route 9N, 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 19 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Saranac Town Hall, 3662 Route 3, Saranac, 1-1:45 p.m.; Cadyville Fire House, 2122 Route 3, Cadyville, 22:30 p.m.; Roderick Rock Senior Housing, 2025 Route 22B, Morrisonville, 33:30 p.m.; Morrisonville Post Office, 1934 Route 22B, Morrisonville, 3:404:15 p.m. UPPER JAY — Story time, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 State Route 9N, 3:30 p.m. UPPER JAY — Writers Collective, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 State Route 9N, 7-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 20 ROUSES POINT — Job search workshop, Dodge Memorial Library, 144 Lake St., 7-9 p.m. 297-6242.
Thursday, Jan. 21 Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Port Kent Post Office, 31 First St., 1:30-2 p.m.; Keeseville Country Gardens, Hill Street, 2:15-2:45 p.m.; Curtains, Curtains, Curtains parking lot, 24 Rectory St., Clintonville, 3-3:30 p.m.; Ada Court, Cliff Haven, 4:15-4:45 p.m. SARANAC LAKE — Pre-school story hour, Saranac Lake Free Librar y, 109
PLATTSBURGH — Free bowling for Plattsburgh town residents, North Bowl Lanes, 28 North Bowl Lane, 8:30 a.m. Preregistration required. 562-6860. WILLSBORO — Winter Turkey Shoot, Willsboro Fish and Game Club, Fish and Game Road, 12-3 p.m. 873-2198. CHAZY — Open skate, Scotts’ Memorial Rink, 52 MacAdam Road, 5-6:20 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 26 PLATTSBURGH — Brown Bag Series: Per vasive Developmental Disorders, Clinton County Gover nment Building First Floor Meeting Room, 137 Margaret St., 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. UPPER JAY — Story time, Wells Memorial Library, 12230 State Route 9N, 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 27 CHAZY — Chazy Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 9633 State Route 9, 5 p.m. ROUSES POINT — Job search workshop, Dodge Memorial Library, 144 Lake St., 7-9 p.m. 297-6242.
Thursday, Jan. 28
PLATTSBURGH — Chamber of Commerce annual dinner and dance “Puttin’ on the Glitz,” Westside Ballroom, 295 New York Road, 6 p.m. 563-1000.
Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library Bookmobile stops: Senior Citizens Council of Clinton County, 5139 N. Catherine St., Plattsburgh, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Vilas Home, 61 Beekman St., Plattsburgh, 11:45 p.m.; Flynn Ave., Plattsburgh, between senior apar tments, 2-2:30 p.m.; Pine Rest Trailer court, Treadwells Mills, 3:15-3:45. ROUSES POINT — Book club meeting, Dodge Memorial Library, 144 Lake St., 7 p.m. “Creating a World Without Poverty,” by Mohammud Yunus.
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Friday, Jan. 29
SARANAC LAKE — One-Day Adult Driver Safety Program, Saranac Lake Adult Center, 136 Broadway, 9 a.m.-5
JAY — Peter Griggs perfor mance, Amos and Julia Ward Theatre, corner of routes 9N and 86.
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COMBINED FINAL NOTIFICATION AND FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development is considering a final application for financial assistance from the Town of Essex for their Sewer District No. 1 Sewer Treatment and Collection System Project. The proposed project improvements include the construction of a wastewater collection and treatment system to be placed in existing neighborhoods within the Hamlet of Essex, encompassing areas of the designated Historical District and containing approximately 130 residential users. A sewage treatment plant will be constructed outside of the Hamlet approximately 1000 feet west of Main Street along NYS Route 22 on lands designated for Resources Management by the Adirondack Park Land Use and Development Plan Map. In addition, included grind pumpers, two cluster pump stations and one main pump station will be needed. The majority of the proposed work will be located utilizing the existing road rights-ofway easement limits. Two APA property subdivisions are needed, one for the main pump station to be located in the Ferry parking lot, and another two lot subdivision for the wastewater treatment plant encompassing 1.9 acres with access from NYS Route 22. Wastewater will be pumped to the treatment plant
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lines will be rerouted to avoid any areas of highly sensitive prehistoric and historic resources. Rural Development has further determined that this proposed action will not significantly affect the quality of the human environment. Therefore, Rural Development will not prepare an environmental impact statement for this proposed action. Requests to receive a copy of, or to review the environmental assessment, upon which this determination is based, should be directed to Ms. Gretchen Pinkel, Area Specialist, USDARural Development, 2530 State Route 40, Greenwich, NY 12834-9627. A general location map of the proposed action is available at the local servicing office. Audrey Hoskins, Town Clerk, Essex, NY 12936 VN-12/26/09,1/2/10-2TC-56000 ----------------------------------------LEGAL NOTICE The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Town of Willsboro will hold a special board meeting at 7pm, on Tuesday, January 19th, 2010, at the Town Hall. A Public Hearing will be held at this meeting to hear the request of: 1) John Barnes of 372 Corlear Drive, requesting a variance from lot coverage requirements and side yard setback requirements 2) Roger & Shirley Sayward of 24 Woodlawn Lane, requesting variance from side yard setback requirements Members of the public are urged to attend to express their opinions or Send written comments to the Secretary. Ashley R. Walker Clerk, Code Enforcement Office Receptionist/Clerk, Town Offices Town Of Willsboro (518)-963-8668 VN-1/2/10-1TC-56668 ----------------------------------------NOTICE THE TOWN OF ELIZABETHTOWN will hold its Organizational Meeting for the year 2010 on Monday Jan 11, 2009 at 7:00pm in the Town Hall. The Regular Monthly meeting for January will follow. Debra Brooks Town Clerk VN-1/2/10-1TC-56677 ----------------------------------------NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF TAX ROLL AND WARRANT Take notice, that I Audrey Hoskins, the undersigned Collector of Taxes of the Town of Essex, County of Essex and State of New York, have duly received the tax roll and warrant for the collection of taxes within the Town of Essex for the year 2010, and that I will attend at 2313 Main Street, in the said Town of Essex, from January 1, 2010 to April 30, 2010, 8:30 o’clock in the forenoon to 3:30 o’clock in the afternoon on each day excepting Saturdays, Sundays and holidays for the purpose of receiving the taxes listed on said roll. Take further notice, that taxes may be paid on or before January 31, 2010 without charge or interest. On all taxes received after such date, there shall be added interest 1% percent if paid on or before February 28, 2010 and an additional 1% for each additional month or fraction thereof thereafter until such taxes are paid or until the return of unpaid taxes to the County Treasurer pursuant to law. Take further notice, that pursuant to the provision of the law the tax roll of the Town of Essex will be returned to the County Treasurer of the County of Essex on April 30, 2010. Dated 12/28/09 Audrey Hoskins Collector of taxes for the Town of Essex VN-1/2/10-1TC-56679
BUY-SELL-TRADE with the Classified Superstore 518-561-9680 BALCAM INC. is looking for a motivated, self-sufficient, experienced individual to join our Customer Service Team. The ideal candidate is a team player and has the desire to go above and beyond to delight customers. Be capable of communicating so the customer can understand and keeps the best interest of the company and the customer in mind at all times. Is articulate and is able to determine the needs of the customer quickly and precisely. Can handle complaints. Is patient, empathetic and friendly. Able to learn product, policy and procedure quickly. Primary responsibilities include; outbound calling to build sales and improve customer satisfaction; cold calling to acquire new accounts; inbound customer service calls, taking orders, up selling and responding to customer’s needs. Salary Commensurate with skills and experience. Benefit and incentive package included. Send resume and references to Human Resources Manager, Belcam Inc., P.O. Box 277, Rouses Point NY, 12979 or fwynnik@delagar.com
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Three beautiful 2 bedroom apartments all with new, recently renovated hardwood, laminate flooring, kitchen cabinets, newly painted, new washer & dryer. Ample parking - convenient to local shopping. Two are $650 mo., including heat. One with beautiful lake views $700 mo., inc. heat. Proactive, Responsible Landlord, gets things done. References & 1 mo. security required. Contact Susan Cook • 518-546-7557 65000
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APARTMENT FOR RENT MOOERS SENIOR Housing has OPEN apartments\’ca\’ca Monthly rent includes heat. Please call Scarlett @\’ca236-7759 or leave message\’ca@ Housing 236-6188 WILLSBORO Main St. 1 bedroom, heat & hot water included, $450 WESTPORT 89 Bessboro 1 bedroom, $450 WADHAMS 1 bedroom, Westport schools, $395 845-742-7201
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*HUD HOME* 4bd 2ba only $397/mo! 3bd 2ba only $200/mo!(5%dn, 15yrs @ 8%APR!) For Listings 1-800-366-0142 ext.T108
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LAND AND FARMS WANTED Serious cash buyer seeks investment property 200 acres and up with or without mineral rights. Brokers welcome. For immediate confidential response, call 607-563-8875 ext 13. or email alan@newyorklandandlakes.com
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5BD 3BA FORECLOSURE ONLY $24,900! Payments from $199/mo!(5%dn, 15yrs @ 8%APR!) For Listings 1-800-366-0142 ext T105 FORECLOSED ONLINE HOME AUCTION 800+ Homes/ BIDS OPEN 1/11. Open House: 1/3, 9 & 10 View Full Listings & Details www.Auction.com REDC/ Brkr 32SC1170229
REAL PROPERTY FOR SALE 11 ACRES, USE 4 LAKES $19,900. 34 Acres, Borders State Land $39,900. 5 Acres, New Cabin $24,900. Terms. www.LandFirstNY.com 1-888-683-2626 UPSTATE NEW YORK OLD FARMHOUSE AND BARNS ON 5 ACRES $39,995. Excellent recreated area. Near snowmobile tracts, stateland & farms. Excellent hunting & fishing right there! Call Christmas & Associates 1-800-229-7843 or visit www.LandandCamps.com
FORESTED RIVERFRONT PROPERTY ACREAGE ON THE RIVER - $39,995. Beautiful woodland along a scenic, calm stretch of river. Most popular in CNY for canoeing, swimming & fishing. One owner for over 80 years! Call Christmas & Associates 1-800-229-7843 or visit www.LandandCamps.com NORTH CAROLINA Mountains. Warm Winters/Cool Summers. E-Z finish Log Cabin Shell w/Acreage $99,900. Pre-Approved Bank Financing. Also Mountain/Waterfront Land for sale. 828-247-9966 Ext 60 UPSTATE NY ABANDONED FARMS, GOV’T AUCTIONS, BANK REPO’S !Ex: 11 acres - State Land - $29,900. www.upstateNYland.com 1-877-452-0753
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WANTED, APPROX. few acres outside of Saranac Lake with good Southern exposure, stream. Please call John or Beckie O’Neill. 518-891-0023
RENTALS 1 BEDROOM apartment, upstairs in Elizabethtown. $500 per mo. includes all utilities, plus security deposit and references. 873-6713.
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SET OF 4 Mounted Bridgestone Blizzak snow tires, 205/55R16. $190 OBO. 8912871.
15” Goodyear Tires Snow & Ice $150 Call 518-494-2097
SNOW TIRES (4) Hercules P185/70R14, fit 2006 and earlier Honda Civic, others, 90% new $165.00. 518-962-8642
4 NOKIAN Hakkapeliitta Studded Tires, 185/70 R14. \’caFit 2000 Honda Civic wheels. \’ca90% tread. \’ca$50 each. Pick up in Westport. \’ca518-962-475 7 Foot Fisher Snow Plow with frame and hydraulics, good shape, $150, please call 518-623-9582 FOUR P215/65R17 Blizzaks snow tires mounted on 17”x7” 5-spoke alloy wheels. Used 1 season. Ford Freestyle. \’caNew $900; $450/OBO. (802) 259-2786 SET OF 4 Blizzak P195/55R 15 BK snow tires mounted on wheels (4 lug) for Honda Fit.\’ca Excellent condition.\’ca $450.\’ca Call 518-793-1862
TIRES FOUR on rims P-175, 70R 13 new never used $150 518-852-0709 X-Trac
AUTO WANTED DONATE VEHICLE: RECEIVE $1000 GROCERY COUPON. NOAH’S ARC SUPPORT NO KILL SHELTERS, RESEARCH TO ADVANCE VETERINARY TREATMENTS FREE TOWING, TAX DEDUCTIBLE, NONRUNNERS ACCEPTED 1-866-912-GIVE DONATE YOUR CAR Boat or Real Estate. Fully Tax Deductible. IRS Recognized Charity.Free Pick-Up & Tow. Any Model or Condition. Help Needy Children. outreachcenter.com 1-800-596-4011
DONATE YOUR CAR, Boat or Real Estate. Fully Tax Deductible. IRS Recognized Charity. Free Pick-Up & Tow. Any Model or Condition. Help Needy Children. outreachcenter.com 1-800-930-4543
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$500! POLICE IMPOUNDS FOR SALE! Honda Civic 1995 only $775! Hondas,Toyotasand more! For listings 1-800366-0124 ext L127 2002 HONDA Accord EX, auto, 89,000 miles, sun roof, leather seats, car starter, 2 sets tires, maint. records, excellent $7,800, Saranac Lake 518-891-0023
MOTORCYCLE/ ATV WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI,1970-1980, Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, H2-750, H1-500, S1-250,S2-250, S2-350, S3-400. CASH PAID. 1-800-7721142. 1-310-721-0726.
SNOWMOBILE FOR SALE 2002 ARCTIC Cat 570Z, $2000. 2005 Arctic Cat 2 up 660 Turbo, $5000. Both excellent condition, low mileage, lots of extras. Will take $6000 for both. 518-359-7693.
AUTO DONATIONS AAAA ** DONATION Donate your Car Boat or Real Estate. IRS Tax Deductible. Free Pick-up/Tow. Any Model/Condition. Help Under Privileged Children. Outreach Center. 1-800-928-7566 AAAA+ DONATE YOUR CAR. TAX DEDUCTION. Bluebook value some repairable vehicles. CHILDREN’S LITERACY\’ca 1-800339-7790 ONE MAN’S TRASH is another man’s treasure. Denpubs classifieds can put you together. 1-800-989-4237
DONATE YOUR CAR - HELP CHILDREN WITH CAMP AND EDUCATION. Quickest Towing. Non-Runners/Title Problems OK. Free Vacation/Cruise Voucher. Special Kids Fund 1-866-448-3865 DONATE YOUR CAR! Breast Cancer Research foundation! Most highly rated breast cancer charity in America! Tax Deductible/Fast Free Pick Up. 800-771-9551 www.cardonationsforbreastcancer.org DONATE YOUR CAR-To The Cancer Fund of America. Help Those Suffering With Cancer Today. Free Towing and Tax deductible. 1-800-835-9372 www.cfoa.org DONATE YOUR VEHICLE UNITED BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION. Free Mammogram www.ubcf.info RECEIVE $1000 GROCERY COUPON 1-888-4685964
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2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO K3500 DUMP
2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO CREW CAB 4X4
SATURDAY January 2, 2010
2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT SEDAN
2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 CREW CAB 4X4 LT
EQUIPPED WITH: 4x4, 6.0 Gas, Auto., A/C, PS, PB, CD, Cruise, 2-3 Yard Krystel Box! Stk#097176
EQUIPPED WITH: 5.3 V8, AT, AC, PS, PB, PL, PW, Tilt, Cruise, CD, Trl. Pkg., Stk#097089
EQUIPPED WITH: V6, AT, A/C, PS, PB, PL, PW, Tilt, Cruise, CD. Stk#091038
EQUIPPED WITH: Duramax Diesel, AT, AC, PS, PB, PL, PW, Tilt, Cruise, CD, Trl. Pkg., Stk#097157
MSRP............................................$41,341 CHRISTOPHER DISC..........................$3,346 GM REBATE......................................$5,000 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$2,000 DELIVERED........................
MSRP............................................$36,263 CHRISTOPHER DISC..........................$1,268 GM REBATE......................................$4,000 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$2,000 DELIVERED........................
MSRP............................................$25,885 CHRISTOPHER DISC.............................$890 GM REBATE......................................$4,000 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$1,000 DELIVERED........................
MSRP............................................$50,400 CHRISTOPHER DISC..........................$2,905 GM REBATE......................................$3,500 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$2,000 DELIVERED........................
2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU LT SEDAN
2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXT. CAB 2500 LT 4X4
2009 CHEVROLET TAHOE HYBRID
2009 CHEVROLET HHR PANEL
$30,995
$28,995
$19,995
$41,995
EQUIPPED WITH: AT, A/C, PS, PB, PL, PW, Tilt, Cruise, CD. Stk#091089
EQUIPPED WITH: Duramax Diesel, AT, AC, PS, PB, PL, PW, Tilt, Cruise, CD, Trl. Pkg., Stk#097182
EQUIPPED WITH: V8, AT, A/C, PS, PB, PL, PW, Tilt, Cruise, Van, Sunroof, DVD & More! Stk#097038
EQUIPPED WITH: EQ WITH AT, PANEL, LS PACKAGE, 4 CYL. Stk#097070
MSRP............................................$25,365 CHRISTOPHER DISC.............................$870 GM REBATE......................................$2,500 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$1,000 DELIVERED........................
MSRP............................................$48,825 CHRISTOPHER DISC..........................$2,630 GM REBATE......................................$3,500 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$2,000 DELIVERED........................
MSRP............................................$56,500 CHRISTOPHER DISC..........................$4,005 GM REBATE......................................$4,500 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$2,000 DELIVERED........................
MSRP............................................$20,840 CHRISTOPHER DISC..........................$1,000 GM REBATE......................................$2,500 GM OVERAGE BONUS CASH.............$1,000 DELIVERED........................
$20,995
$42,695
$45,995
$16,340
PRE-OWNED VEHICLES 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT
2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2008 CHEVROLET UPLANDER 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
AT, GY, 33K #091025A
$9,590
Crew, 4x4, AT, AC #097159A
$24,888
Van, GY, Like New, Low Miles #1325
$13,888
Ext., 4x4, Mint #1330
$18,495
NEW LOW PRICES ‘07 TOYOTA TACOMA
‘06 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
‘08 MITSUBISHI RAIDER
‘08 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
‘07 HONDA ACCORD
‘07 GMC YUKON
#091092A, RD, 5 Spd., 14K..........................$5,888 #1344, RD, AT, Clean!...............................$10,988
‘08 HONDA CRV
#1337, Blue, AWD, 24K.............................$22,488
#1339A, Tan, Roof, AT, 38K...........................$8,995 #101006A, EX, AT, Leather..........................$14,590
‘09 CHEVY IMPALA
#1332, AT, CD, 32K..................................$14,995
#091083A, Crew, 4x4, AT, Pickup.................$17,888 #1327, SLT, Leather, Roof, One Owner.............$31,900
‘08 CHEVROLET IMPALA
#091037A......................................................$10,995
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