Star Review digital edition - March 20, 2024

Liverpool girls reach state final for first time

BY PhIL BLACKWELL

This time around, when the Liverpool girls went east to Troy’s Hudson Valley Community College, it wanted to bring home something more than memories.

And a first-ever state championship for the program was within the Warriors’ grasp until, in Sunday morning’s Class AAA

charged with kicking a 5-year-old

championship game, Pougkeepsie’s Our Lady of Lourdes proved too strong and too skillful, claiming the title by a score of 69-54. Just to get this chance, Liverpool met up with Section VI champion Lancaster in the state semifinal a day earlier and unleashed its full skill set, especially on the defensive side, to roll to a 77-38 victory over the Legends.

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ey will be stepping in as the interim principal at Elmcrest Elementary for the remainder of the school year, through June 2024.”

Henner also indicated that the district is cooperating with the DA and sheriff’s office as the investigation continues.

“Our paramount goal is to ensure the safety of our students and staff every day,” the superintenant wrote, “and we want to assure you that the district will continue to take appropriate steps throughout this process.”

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BY KAThRYnE RAKoWSKI

It’s rare to have a total solar eclipse happen in your own backyard.

But that’s exactly what will be happening locally on Monday, April 8, and the Clay Senior Center will be marking the occasion with what organizers say will be a legendary event in its own right.

A “Totality” Awesome Eclipse Party will be held at the center, located at 4948 Rte. 31 in Clay, and is open to all registered Clay seniors.

Tickets for the event are $3.

This is the first time the area will be in the path of totality in nearly 100 years, meaning the sun will be completely covered by the moon, causing total darkness.

Chrissy Clancy, senior coordinator of the recreation department at the center wanted to make sure seniors had the opportunity to take part in this once in

a lifetime event.

“Besides totality, I chose to do this event at our senior center so that our area seniors would have a mobility safe space to view the eclipse with easy access and indoor comfort,” she said.

Doors open for the event at 11 am.

Seniors will be able to enjoy mobility assistance for outdoor viewing which begins at 2:10 p.m., with totality occurring at 3:22 p.m. Camp chairs for outdoors are welcome.

Seniors will receive NASA list viewing glasses needed to look at the sun.

They can also remain indoors for a NASA live stream.

In addition to the eclipse, it will be an action packed day.

There will be a lunch buffet, beverages and desserts to enjoy, and impromptu games and giveaways throughout the day.

A photo backdrop will be on display for photos, and there will be an art space to design a commemorative eclipse space rock.

There will be a 50/50 drawing, raffle prizes, and a contest for best representation of an eclipse.

Totality bingo will follow the eclipse for $2, giving seniors a chance to linger a bit after the eclipse ends and hopefully avoid the traffic that other viewings may cause.

Clancy is sure it will be a memorable day.

“I’m most looking forward to providing and sharing an exciting and epic universe event as part of the Town of Clay contribution to our senior community,” she said.

Tickets can be purchased by contacting Chrissy Clancy at 315652-3800, ext. 137 or cclancy@ townofclay.org

For more information on events at the center, visit facebook.com/townofclayseniors/.

Clay Price Chopper to close April 19

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December 2023, in which Harrington allegedly kicked a 5-year-old child, according to the sheriff’s public information officer, Sgt. Thomas Newton.

Harrington was issued an appearance ticket by deputies and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Clay Court on March 26. The minimum jail sentence for someone convicted of a class E felony is one year, and the maximum sentence is five years.

Harrington has worked for the district since 2008.

Onondaga County Chief Assistant District Attorney Jarrett Woodfork said Harrington is accused of kicking a student several times on school property. Woodfork also maintained that there were witnesses to that alleged abuse. Allegations of abuse against three other students are still under investigation.

In mid-February, Onondaga County District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick told reporters that his office was investigating four incidents each involving a different student, who were either shoved, pushed or grabbed. Meanwhile, the teacher under suspicion was suspended from the school.

On Feb. 16, an email from LCSD Superintendent Daniel Henner announced that Elmcrest principal Daphne Valentine had been replaced. Sources indicated that she was being let go due to possible failures to properly report the incidents.

“Unfortunately, due to unforeseen personal reasons, Mrs. Valentine will no longer be able to return to Elmcrest Elementary,” Henner wrote. “In light of this transition, I am pleased to announce that Robert Mack-

From the superintendent

Below is the complete letter from Henner addressing this matter.

I am reaching out to you today with a heavy heart to address a development that was made public concerning the investigations into allegations of misconduct at Elmcrest Elementary School. We have been notified that an arrest has been made due to allegations of misconduct that are deeply concerning to us all.

As the Superintendent, let me be clear and unequivocal to our parents and to our school community: the safety and well-being of our students and staff are the District’s absolute number one priority. The news of this arrest is profoundly disappointing and the purported conduct that formed the basis of this arrest, if true, is completely antithetical to the values and ethics we uphold in our school community. We understand the gravity of this situation and share in the sentiment of unease and distress that these events have inevitably wrought in our school community.

With the above in mind, please understand that the District has been and will continue to be fully cooperative with law enforcement officials as they continue in the course of their investigation. The one piece of information that we can confirm in this matter is that the initial referral to law enforcement of the allegations in this case was made by the District’s central office administration as soon as the allegations were discovered and brought to the District’s attention in accordance with our legal duties and

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Gillette Middle School will present Lion King Junior, March 21, 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. More than 100 students and directors are involved in this classic tale. It is really a human tale told through animal characters- thus the Broadway costume that purposely showed the human actors within the animal costumes. The story deals with a prodigal son trying to find his place, an uncle thirsting for power and a kind tribe just wanting what is right and fair. The popular musical score was written by

John and Tim Rice

What mostly accounted for this total domination was the way the Warriors, with its trademark 1-3-1 pressure, smothered everyone on Lancaster outside of Madison Francis, a 6-foot-1 junior who was already that program’s all-time leading scorer and had an offer from Syracuse, with Orange coach Felisha Legette-Jack in Troy to scout her.

Francis did all she could, managing 27 points and 18 rebounds. But the rest of the Legends were held to a combined five-for23 from the field and committed 29 turnovers in the face of Liverpool’s relentless pressure.

Start to finish, it was all Warriors, who bolted out of the gate 9-4 in the first twoplus minutes, forcing a timeout, increased the margin to 18-9 by the end of the first quarter, and just kept going.

Liverpool netted the first eight points of the second quarter and then went on a 12-3 run to close the half and make it 39-17 at the break, forcing a total of 19 turnovers in just 16 minutes of game action.

Kaylyn Sweeney set the tone on offense with a 3-pointer in the opening seconds of the game and, in the first half, finished with 15 points, taking pressure off A’briyah Cunnningham, who still managed 12 points.

Not letting up in any way, Liverpool dominated the second half, too, as Sweeney worked her total to a season-best 22 points, adding seven rebounds, six assists and three steals. Cunningham nearly ended up equaling Francis, finishing with 26 points and six rebounds.

In all its previous state final four trips, the Warriors had never reached the title game. Now it was there, facing a legendary program (Lourdes) trying to reclaim a past glory that included 10 state titles, but none since 2004.

What was immediately apparent was that Lourdes would not get shut down. It reached 17 points (which is all Liverpool allowed to Lancaster in the first half) before the game was six minutes old.

The torrid pace set by Lourdes almost left the Warriors behind, but it recovered enough, with six straight points from Angie Kohler, to pull within 22-18 by the end of the first quarter.

Yet no one other than Cunningham scored in the second period and Lourdes closed on a 6-0 run to take a 34-24 lead to halftime, having got 14 points from Bianka Velovic and 12 points from Simone Pelish, who both were producing in the paint once Lourdes broke through the 1-3-1 and got

to the basket. Despite all of Liverpool’s attempts to turn it around, Lourdes kept getting those inside baskets in the third quarter, going on a 9-0 run to stretch its margin to 45-26 and, when Pelish got her third foul, leaning on guard Jackie Kozakiewicz to hit key outside shots and put the game out of reach.

Outscored 22-8 in the third, Liverpool could not overcome that Lourdes surge, though Cunningham put up 22 points and eight rebounds, and Kohler finished with 12 points. Gracie Sleeth had eight points, but Sweeney, after her great work in the semifinal, was shut out until the fourth quarter.

Pelish worked her total to 33 points, adding nine rebounds, five assists and three steals, with ample help from Velovic’s 20 points and nine rebounds and Kozakiewicz getting 16 points.

So the most successful season in Liverpool girls basketball history concluded at 23-2, and though Sweeney. Sophie Sageer and Giselle Cruz graduate, the expected return of Cunningham, Washington, Kohler and Sleeth will make the Warriors a favorite to make a similar run next winter.

Rufus needs a home

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Rufus is listed as a shepherd mix, but he could be anything or many things! We know that he weighs 56 pounds, he’s about three years old, and he came to the shelter as a stray in January. We also know that Rufus is sweet, smart, happy and affectionate. he walks nicely on the leash and rides nicely in the car. We think he’ll do well with respectful kids. he’s gentle, loves to learn and is very food-motivated. Kennel life has been very stressful for Rufus, and he’d like to find his “furever family” soon. If you’re a special person looking for a very special dog, Rufus may be the dog for you! In order to adopt, you must fill out an application, pay an adoption fee, and have your pets up to date on their rabies vaccines. All adopted cats and dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on their vaccinations before they go home. The CnY SPCA is located at 5878 East Molloy Road, Syracuse. For more information about adoption, call 315-454-4479, email frontdesk1@cnyspca.org, or visit cnyspca.org.

CnY BREWFEST RETURnS

to be held March 22-23 at the Nys Fairgrounds

Central New Yorkers: Get ready to raise your glasses and toast to the return of the Wildcat Sports Pub CNY Brewfest.

On March 22 and 23, beer aficionados from across the region will converge at the New York State Fairgrounds for a night and day filled with hops, barley and camaraderie.

The CNY Brewfest, now in its 27th year, continues its tradition of showcasing the finest craft beers from local and regional breweries. With an impressive lineup of over 100 breweries set to partici -

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SUBmITTEd phOTOS Wildcat Sports Pub CnY Brewfest returns to CnY March 22-23.

Kenneth R. Scouten, 84 college professor

Kenneth Ray Scouten passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 12, 2024, at the age of 84. Ray was born and raised in Old Forge, N.Y., to the late Oliver Patrick and Edna Scouten.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife and “best buddy,” Teresa Scouten, of 62 years, his son, Carl R. Scouten (Lisa,) four grandchildren: Carl M. Scouten (Lindsey,) Paul Scouten (Danna,) Mary Tamburri (Michael) and Andrew Scouten, and one greatgrandchild, Christopher. Ray is predeceased by his son, Mark Scouten.

After graduating from Town of Webb School in Old Forge, with a graduating class of 13 students, Ray attended Colgate University where he studied English and was a member of the marching band.

Having a desire to pursue higher education, Ray received his master’s degree in English from Syracuse University.

He went on to become a dedicated college professor at Norwich University in Vermont and then spent almost his entire 30-year teaching career at Cayuga Community College in Auburn, N.Y.

Ray taught English literature, world literature and public speaking and was known for his tough grading and passion for proper grammar.

During Ray’s tenure as a college pro -

fessor, he participated in several research sabbaticals, including a year-long study of author Flannery O’Connor.

He was selected as one of only a handful of scholars to study in O’Connor’s private library in Milledgeville, GA.

He also was the lead contract negotiator for New York State’s Teachers’ Union for many years, serving as a fierce advocate for pensions and health insurance.

Ray was also a leader in his family, always providing direction, encouragement and support.

He emphasized the importance of education to his children and grandchildren, often serving as the family’s “student advisor.”

He’d greet his grandchildren with his famous line, “so what’s up with you?,” excited to hear of their recent academic and personal accomplishments. Due to his dedication to academia, all of his children and adult grandchildren are college graduates.

Most importantly, Ray shared 62 years with the love of his life, best friend and confidant, Teresa. Ray and Terry

spent their lives together as residents of Skaneateles.

They loved bird watching and traveling around the U.S. and Canada to see their favorite Shakespearean plays. Ray was also an avid reader and, as his son, Carl, would say, has read at least three quarters of the Skaneateles Library.

Finally, Ray was a devoted Cleveland Browns fan. His family can thank Ray’s father, O.P., for passing down the love and misery Cleveland Browns’ fans share. Each year, Ray and his family would travel to a Browns game. The Scoutens are now five generations of Browns fans and are hopeful “this year is our year” with Ray watching over them!

A service was held at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church in Skaneateles on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 10 a.m., on the 30th anniversary of the passing of Ray and Teresa’s son, Mark. In lieu of flowers, Ray’s family asks for contributions to a charity of your choice.

To send condolences, visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

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In addition to the stellar selection of craft beers, the CNY Brewfest will feature live music performances, de -

lectable food options from local vendors and exciting activities to keep the atmosphere buzzing throughout the event.

Whether you’re a seasoned beer connoisseur or just discovering the world of craft brewing, the CNY Brewfest offers something for everyone to enjoy.

“We’re thrilled to bring back the

CNY Brewfest for another year of celebrating the craft beer community and showcasing the incredible talent of our local breweries,” said Galaxy Media Chief Operating Officer Carrie Wojtaszek. “This event is not just about enjoying great beer; it’s about coming together as a community and sharing in the love of craft brewing.”

Tickets for the CNY Brewfest are available for purchase online at cnybrewfest.co m , with options for general admission and VIP packages for those looking to elevate their experience.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit cnybrewfest.co m or follow them on Facebook at @cnybrewfest.

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A good reminder

Daylight saving time began on March 10.

While this means we are seeing more daylight later in the day, it also takes a little time to adjust to the change.

And while some of us might be feeling a little lagging the past week or, we will adjust.

Aside from getting used to the time change this is also a good time of year to do some housekeeping.

We often think of spring as a good time to do some cleaning, maybe get rid of some things we don’t use anymore, and really get our homes fresh as the season changes.

But this is also a good time to take stock of some devices around the house we might take for granted.

The American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks forward to make sure the devices are working.

“Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half as you only have about two minutes to get out,” said Kevin Coffey, chief executive officer, American Red Cross, Eastern New York Region. “Every second counts when there’s a home fire and the sooner an alarm alerts you to a fire, the sooner you can get to a safer place. When you turn your clocks forward this weekend, test your smoke alarms too to help prevent a tragedy in your home.”

Over the past month, local Red Cross volunteers responded to help 108 families affected by 66 home fires, which account for most of the about 65,000 disasters that the Red Cross responds to annually across the country.

The American Red Cross suggests that this is a good time to test your smoke alarms and replace the batteries if needed.

The organization also has some other suggestions for measures people can take or refresh this spring to ensure they and their family are safe.

The Red Cross recommends installing smoke alarms on every level of your home, including inside and outside bedrooms and sleeping areas. Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years or older. Components can become less sensitive over time. Follow your alarm manufacturer’s instructions.

Practice your two-minute home fire escape plan. Make sure everyone in your household can get out in less than two minutes — the amount of time you may have to escape a burning home before it’s too late. Include at least two ways to get out of every room and select a meeting spot at a safe distance away from your home, such as your neighbor’s house or a landmark like a specific tree in your front yard.

With the help of local volunteers and partners, the Red Cross is installing free smoke alarms in homes and educating people about fire safety.

To request an appointment, contact the Eastern New York Preparedness Team at 518-694-5121 or Preparedness.ENY@redcross.or g

Since October 2014, the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, working with community partners, has saved at least 2,030 lives, including 107 in Eastern New York, by educating families about fire safety, helping them create escape plans and installing free smoke alarms.

To learn more about the campaign and how you can get involved, visit redcross.org/homefire s

A SUCCESSFUL PRoDUCTIon

“Nice Work If You Can Get It” is a song and a dance number coming near the finale of this year’s Cazenovia High school drama Club’s presentation of “Crazy for You.”

And I was there for all four performances. Sure, to begin with I came to see my oldest grandson who was in the cast, but, unprepared, I experienced something else, something above and beyond.

The energy, the monthslong preparation learning lines, songs, cues and how to tap dance, the enthusiasm of the cast was palpable.

The enthusiasm, the absolute delight they radiated was catching.

And there was more, more in the strong relationship between and among the cast, the crew and the faculty who were the team that brought it all to fruition.

And there was still more, as the production demonstrated what all teachers strive for - authentic assessment.

You measure the success of what you actually do and in a theatrical production that encompasses the coordination, the cooperation, the building of collegiality that demonstrates the worth of all of the participants from musicians to stage crew to ushers to performers.

I tread here softly, as it brings back the bittersweet memories of my teaching days, when I so often felt privileged to be a teacher as I watched young men and women grow in front of me, as they struggled to put the disparate subject matter of their school days into context.

After all, math and science don’t exist as entities, they are part of the culture, mixed into

what becomes history and is written as literature.

I remember standing in the cafeteria, watching my pupils with their heads down concentrating on the end-of-the-year testing mandated by the state.

I felt proud of what had transpired, proud that we had worked through all of the barriers that come to the fore during the year.

We began in one place and ended at another. For most had acquired something that did not have when we began. We both, teacher and student, had gained something because of our interactions While I worked hard to fulfill the state’s requirements, the syllabus, to measure the acquisition of specific knowledge, I knew that what I had taught would not have equal importance to every student.

If you are a competent teacher it becomes painfully clear that those beings sitting

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Historic village building changes hands

One of the village’s most historic buildings has reportedly changed hands.

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The old brick building at 330 First St. has a cellar that dates back to 1832, when it was part of the E.H. Aiken store. That’s seven years before Jonathan Hicks built the National Hotel across Tulip Street, a landmark structure which is now the Cobblestone tavern.

That year, 1839, a local Patriot Lodge chapter met at 330 First St. where they drank Aiken’s port wine, planned strategy and manufactured ammunition for their doomed effort to liberate Canada from the British Empire.

Some of the Liverpool Patriots took part in an unsuccessful battle in Prescott, Ontario.

A few of them were executed by British forces and others were shipped to a penal colony in Tasmania.

At least one of them, Nate Whiting, returned here after he was pardoned in 1849.

From approximately 1847 to 1905, the building was owned by the Gleason family.

It was rebuilt in 1854 and again in 1873 in Italianate commercial style.

I remember shopping there when I was a kid in the late1950s. It was then the site of a Red & White grocery store.

Now the familiar edifice which houses businesses such as Fur -

FROM THE MAILBAG

Oppose permit

To the editor:

The Town of Clay is currently considering the matter of issuing a permit for a concrete batch plant at Goguen Drive, in the vicinity of Henry Clay Blvd., and Wetzel Road.

The issue of the proposed concrete batch plant in this vicinity has to do with more than just what happens within the confines of the plant operation and specific permit space. The fallout from a concrete batch plant would adversely affect the amenity and well-being of surrounding communities and environments.

The operations of such a plant would adversely impact surrounding

rever Friends and Strictly Hair, has apparently been purchased by investors including Clay Town Judge Jeffrey Schiano.

Mayor shaves her head “For years,” says Liverpool Mayor Stacy Finney, “I have wanted to do St. Baldrick’s Day, to raise money for Childhood Cancer Research.”

So on Friday, March 15, she braved the clippers and scissors and had her locks shorn at the West Genesee Schools Brave the Shave at West Genesee Intermediate School/Camillus Middle School.

“This year marks 10 years that my friend, Tracy, has been cancer free,” Finney said, “so I am joining her and her adorable nephew on March 15 in getting my head shaved.”

As of March 14, Finney’s effort had raised more than $990 to battle childhood cancer.

h eid correction

In my March 6 column about the time that local businessman Valentine Heid publicly denied any affiliation with the Nazisympathizing German-American Bund during World War II, I mistakenly identified Liverpool Mayor Mike Heid as Val’s son. Mike was actually Val’s brother.

JASS jam Sunday

air quality, water quality, noise emissions, traffic patterns, and overall well-being of the area. The necessity of buffer zones, specialized air and water filtration systems, waste material management systems, equipment and vehicle wash systems, noise control systems, aggregate material containment areas, and related state and federal regulations attest to the inherent hazards and consequences posed by a plant operation of this type. Further, such measures do not prevent contaminations, they can only attempt to reduce it.

Plant operation wastewater, fugitive particulate matter dust emissions, increased heavy vehicle traffic, noise emissions, and health

Trombonist and singer Bobby Morris – who lives in Liverpool – will organize the next Jam Session hosted by the Jazz Appreciation Society of Syracuse from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 24, at the Spaghetti Warehouse, 689 N. Clinton St., in Syracuse.

The audience will hear lively Dixieland tunes such as “Bourbon Street Parade,” “Indiana” and “When the Saints Go Marchin’ In.” Admission is free, and all musicians and vocalists are invited to sit in; 315-439-3435; jasscny.or g Bobby is the longtime president of the 52-year-old Jazz Appreciation Society of Syracuse. Future jam sessions are scheduled for June 23, Sept. 22 and Dec. 15.

Alternative fashions on First Street There’s a new alternative fashion boutique doing business at 101 First St., across from Heid’s circle.

It’s called xAltered, and it’s selling t-shirts, skirts, socks, sweatshirts and a wide variety of accessories.

Seems as though most of the garments are black, accented by some white designs and a few red garnishes. If you’re into “goth” look, you’ll definitely want to check out the inventory at XAltered.

Last word “I’ll stop wearing black when they make a darker color.” --Wednesday Addams.

risks are unavoidable consequences that would contaminate surrounding areas. The amenity and well-being of the surrounding residential neighborhoods, school zones, business, recreational areas, roadways, and Clay Marsh wildlife management areas would suffer for it.

I would hope that Town of Clay representatives act upon their stewardship responsibility to protect the well-being and best interests of its and neighboring communities and environments, and oppose the concrete plant permit in that vicinity.

JonAThAn AnDERSon Clay

harold D. Johnson

loved music, time with family and friends

Harold Dean Johnson, of Skaneateles, peacefully passed to his eternal rest on March 8, 2024.

He was married to his devoted wife, Jean Marie, for over 55 years.

He was born in Nelson, WI, to his parents, Kathryn Bennett Johnson and Harry E. Johnson in 1937.

He grew up in Milwaukee, WI, and graduated from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN.

Dean loved his family and was known for his keen sense of humor. He enjoyed being with family and friends and always brought laughter and joy to those around

Marjorie J. Dence, 101 operated dairy farm

him.

He absolutely loved music and live theater and sang in several choral and barbershop groups. He was also an avid lawn bowler while in Florida.

Dean and Jean Marie spent their retirement years by the lake in Skaneateles and in Mount Dora, FL. He enjoyed working with young people and was a mentor, tutor, literacy volunteer and crossing guard.

In addition to his loving wife, Jean Marie, he is survived by his son David Edward Johnson (Stephanie), his granddaughter Logan Johnson, his beloved sister, Sharon (Johnson) Lee, his brother-in-law George Parsons (Sherry), his cousin Joan Fohr, as well as his many nieces, nephews, and close

Marjorie J. Dence, 101, of Baldwinsville, passed away Friday, March 6, 2024, at McHarrie Pointe Assisted Living in Baldwinsville.

Marjorie was born on Nov., 4, 1922, in Marcellus, New York, to Floyd and Phyllis Higgins.

The youngest of four children, Marjorie often shared many memories of her adventures with her siblings and many cousins growing up “in town” part of the year and with summers spent “on the farm” in the country.

Marjorie graduated from Marcellus High School in 1940. She later met, through her cousin, a handsome young man, Joseph H. Dence, whom she married in 1942 and together they operated a dairy farm in Baldwinsville for many years.

Marjorie was totally devoted to her family and loved being a wife to Joe and a mother to daughters; Sherry, Susan and Kimberly and son, Jim.

Her commitment to her family continued throughout the years and her children knew how loved and supported they were by their mom.

Marjorie’s great passion was music; playing

school math

Elizabeth Anne Davenport (“Betty,”) affectionately known as Nama, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 7, 2024. Born on Oct. 23, 1939, she graced the community of Skaneateles with her presence for over 50 years.

Betty dedicated 27 years to inspiring young minds as a high school math teacher at Auburn High School.

Her passion for music shone through her talent with the clarinet, performing with the Auburn Civic Band and Skaneateles Community Band.

An avid traveler, Betty explored the world with curiosity and joy.

friends.

Dean was predeceased by his parents Kathryn and Harry Johnson, his stepfather Robert Adams and his beloved sister Patricia (Johnson) Lind, and his cousin Gail Semler. A celebration of Dean’s life will be shared with family and friends at a later time.

The family would like to thank the staff at Northwoods Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Moravia, N.Y., for their kind and compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Central New York – 5105 Campuswood Drive, Suite 102, East Syracuse, NY 13107, or the charity of your choice.

To send condolences, visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

songs from the 40s and 50s on the piano and singing along with Frank Sinatra and Perry Como, even while doing her ironing.

In 1997, Marjorie and Joe moved to McHarrie Towne Retirement Community where she spent many happy years, later moving to McHarrie Pointe Assisted Living, where she lived until her death.

Marjorie was known for her strong spirit and determination, as well as her kind and caring nature, and her beautiful smile that she shared with everyone she met.

Marjorie was a lifelong member of Baldwinsville United Methodist Church.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Joseph H. Dence; her sister, Mary Bendall; her brothers, Carl Higgins and Edward Higgins; and her grandson, Jamie Dence.

She is survived by her daughters, Sherry Barber(Terry) of Anacortes, Washington, Susan Greathead(Ian) of Roswell, Georgia, Kimberly Dence of Syracuse, and son, James Dence of Jordan; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and very special friend, Shirley Turcotte.

A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to the

Betty was a devoted wife to her late husband, Ted E. Davenport, who predeceased her in 2014. Ted’s passion for theatre—acting, directing, and producing—was a significant part of their lives together. Betty cherished her weekly dinner group traditions, exploring new restaurants every Thursday night, insisting “Friday was for amateurs.” Above all, Betty’s heart belonged to her family.

She was a loving mother to Andy Davenport (Holly), Jim Davenport (Stacy), and Patti Burak (Ahmet), and a doting grandmother to her many grandchildren. Her nickname, Nama, was affectionately coined by her grandson Jesse, who couldn’t quite pronounce “Grandmother.”

In her final years, Betty moved to Bluefield in Auburn, living there for seven years before spending her last

year under the compassionate care of her son Andy in Manchester, MD.

There, she became an active member of St. John’s United Methodist Church, contributing to the community and bringing joy with her spirited presence. Despite her struggle with Dementia/Alzheimer’s, Betty’s vibrant spirit never faded.

Graveside Service were held on Monday, March 18, at 11 a.m. at Lake View Cemetery, Skaneateles.

In honor of Betty’s life and legacy, her family requests that donations be made to St. John’s United Methodist Church, PO Box 185, Hampstead, MD 21074, in lieu of flowers. Betty’s memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched, a testament to a life richly lived and dearly loved.

To send condolences, visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Arrangements by Falardeau Funeral Home, Baldwinsville.

When I was a student at Ithaca College in the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department, one of the rst assignments my professors gave me was to memorize “all” of the words and terms at the end of our textbooks called the Glossary of Terms. It included words and terms that were either, “newly introduced, uncommon or specialized” to the subject we were studying. ey did this because of how necessary and important the terms would be to the learning process and the direct correlation to having success taking exams. Unfortunately, I don’t recall anyone telling me to memorize the Glossary of Terms at the end of any book on the subject of golf when I decided to take up the game. Do you recall anyone telling you?

Your assignment, therefore, should you choose to accept it, is to refresh your knowledge of the Glossary of Terms for Golf and then send this article to at least three people you know who are “beginners” to the game of golf (within the last 12 months) or “casual” golfers (at least 24 months). Maybe they will memorize most of the terms so they can enjoy the game more and understand the golf analysts on television when they describe tournament play, rules, scoring, etc.. Don’t assume beginners and casual golfers know these basic terms. If fact, I’ll bet “recreational” golfers (played at least 3-5 years or more), don’t know all of the terms.

Many thanks to GolfQuestions.org

Terms For e Golf Course

* Tee Box - Is the designated area where you hit your rst shot on every hole.

* Fairway - e closely mown grass down the middle of the hole when you are standing on the tee box.

* Rough - e longer grass on each side of the fairway which is usually more challenging to play from.

* Fringe - On most greens, it is the outer ring of grass around the green that is slightly longer than the grass on the green.

* Out of Bounds - e golf ball went beyond the allowed boundary for the hole. e area is usually marked with white stakes.

* Fore - If you hear the word “Fore” while you are on the course, it is a warning sign that a ball is headed in your direction from a

poorly struck shot and you should squat down and put your hands on top of your head until you are sure the ball has hit the ground.

* Approach Shot - Hitting a shot to a green that you are con dent you can reach . Usually from the spot where your drive landed.

* Bunker - An area on the course that is lled with sand, usually around greens and less frequently on either side of a fairway.

* Chip - A chip shot is a type of golf shot from a short distance to the green that does not require a full swing to reach the green (5-20yds).

* Slope - Is a mathematical measurement to determine the di culty of a golf course depending on yardage and course contours in fairways and di culty of putting the greens.

Terms For e Golf Swing

* Hook - is is when the ball curves to the “le ” a er being struck by a right handed golfer…or to the “right” by a le handed golfer.

* Slice - is is when the ball curves to the “right” a er being struck by a right handed golfer…or to the “le ” by a le handed golfer.

* Pull - When the golf ball goes straight “le ” for a right handed golfer. Straight “le ” by a le handed golfer.

* Push - When the ball goes straight “right” for a right handed golfer. Straight “le ” by a le handed golfer.

* Draw - When a right handed golfer has the skill to intentionally make a golf ball curve to the “le ”. A le hander curves it “right”.

* Flop Shot - When a golfer has the skill to intentionally hit a golf ball very high from a short distance and make it stop quickly. More to come next week

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Elizabeth A. Davenport taught high

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Good Luck To The 2024 Warriors and Northstars!

BY PhIL BLACKWELL

Cicero-North Syracuse

High School’s 2024 spring sports schedule, with all dates and times subject to change.

Boys Lacrosse

March 26: at General Brown, 7 p.m.

March 30: Guilderland, 1 p.m.

April 6: Webster Schroeder, 11 a.m.

April 13: South Jefferson, 2 p.m.

April 16: Liverpool, 7 p.m.

April 18: East Syracuse Minoa, 7 p.m.

April 20: Syracuse City, noon

April 23: at West Genesee, 7 p.m.

April 25: Fayetteville-Manlius, noon

April 30: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.

May 2: at Liverpool, 7 p.m.

May 4: Indian River, noon

May 9; West Genesee, 7 p.m.

May 14: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.

May 16: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.

Girls Lacrosse

March 27: Westhill, 7 p.m.

April 1: Fairport, 7 p.m.

April 5: Bethlehem, 7 p.m.

April 9: South Jefferson, 7 p.m.

April 11: West Genesee, 7 p.m.

April 16: at Liverpool, 6:30

April 19: at St. John’s College (Washington D.C.), 4 p.m.

April 20: at Bullis (Maryland),

noon

April 25: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.

April 30: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.

May 2: Liverpool, 7 p.m.

May 4: at Brighton, 2 p.m.

May 6: at Penfield, 6 p.m.

May 9: at West Genesee, 7 p.m.

May 14: Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.

May 16: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.

Baseball

April 2: at CBA, 5 p.m.

April 4: at Central Square, 4:30

April 5: Vestal, 4:30

April 9: Fulton, 4:30

April 10: Utica Proctor, 4:30

April 13: at Rome Free Academy, 10 a.m.

April 16: at East Syracuse Minoa, 4:45

April 17: Liverpool, 4:30

April 20: Niskayuna, 2 p.m.

April 22: at West Genesee, 11

a.m.

April 25: Fayetteville-Manlius, noon

April 27: Westhill, 1 p.m.

April 29: at Baldwinsville, 4:30

April 30: at Auburn, 6:30

May 2: at Liverpool, 4:30

May 3: Rome Free Academy, 4:30

May 7: Oswego, 4:30

May 9: West Genesee, 4:30

May 13: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

May 16: Baldwinsville, 4:30 Softball

April 2: Chittenango, 4:30

April 9: at West Genesee, 4:30

April 10: New Hartford, 4:30

April 16: at Baldwinsville, 5 p.m.

April 18: Camden, 4:30

April 20: Shenendehowa, 10 a.m.

April 20: Saratoga Springs, 12:30

April 22: at CBA, 11 a.m.

April 23: Liverpool, noon

April 25: Fayetteville-Manlius, noon

April 27: Marcellus, 2:30

April 30: Sandy Creek, 5 p.m.

May 2: West Genesee, 5 p.m.

May 4-5: at Morabito Tourna-

ment

May 7: Baldwinsville, 4:30

May 14: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 5 p.m.

May 18: at Liverpool, 2 p.m.

Boys, Girls Track and FIeld

April 3: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

April 17: at Henninger, 4:30

April 23: Liverpool, 10 a.m.

May 1: West Genesee, 4:30

May 8: at Auburn, 4:30

May 20: Section III Class AA

Championships, 4:30

May 30: Section III State Qualifier, 4 p.m.

June 7-8: NYSPHSAA

Championships

Boys Tennis

April 10: at Liverpool, 4:30

April 11: Oswego, 4:30

April 15: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

April 16: Fulton, 4:30

April 17: at Auburn, 4:30

April 18: Baldwinsville, 4:30

April 19: at West Genesee, 4:30

April 26: Liverpool, 4:30

April 29: at Oswego, 4:30

April 30: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

May 2: West Genesee, 4:30

May 7: at Baldwinsville, 4:30

Girls Golf (Blue)

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obligations under New York State Law. However, as a district, we are also required by law to conduct our own review as an employment matter. Rest assured, the District will take appropriate actions in alignment with our policies and procedures as allowed under the law.

As we review and process this most recent information, we also must be mindful of the legal and professional protocols in place that bind the District’s actions and its ability to publicly comment on such matters. Regardless of the law enforcement actions in this case, this matter is also a personnel and employment issue for the District. As such, the District is legally prevented from publicly commenting on any of the specifics of this matter at this time in light of the privacy and due process rights of every individual involved, student and employee, as well as with regards to the integrity of the ongoing legal investigations. We must allow for due process to take its course without any regards to speculation, rumor, innuendo, or premature judgment.

Home matches at April 15: Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30

April 17: at Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30

April 19: Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30

April 23: at C-NS Green, 3:30

April 25: at Liverpool, 3:30

April 26: at West Genesee, 2 p.m.

April 29: at Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30

May 1: Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30

May 3: Baldwinsville (White), 3:30

May 6: at Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30

May 7: at Baldwinsville (White), 3:30

May 13: C-NS Green, 3:3-

May 15: West Genesee, 3:30

May 17: Liverpool, 3:30

Girls Golf (Green)

Home matches at Greens at Beaumont

April 15: at West Genesee, 3;30

April 17: Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30

April 19: at Baldwinsville (White), 3:30

April 22: Liverpool, 3:30

April 23: C-NS Blue, 3:30

April 24: Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30

April 25: at Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30

April 29: West Genesee, 3:30

May 1: at Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30

May 6: Baldwinsville (White), 3:30

May 8: at Liverpool, 3:30

May 13: at C-NS Blue, 3:30

May 15: at Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30

May 17: Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30

Girls Flag Football

April 2: at Syracuse East, 6 p.m.

April 10: Syracuse Academy of Science, 7 p.m.

April 12: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.

April 15: Syracuse West, 7 p.m.

April 17: Oneida, 7 p.m.

April 19: Liverpool, 7 p.m.

April 23: at Oneida, 11 a.m.

April 26: Syracuse East, 11 a.m.

May 3: at Baldwinsville, 6:30

May 6: Syracuse Academy of Science, 7 p.m.

May 8: at Syracuse West, 5 p.m.

May 10: at Liverpool, 4:30

Further, as a District, we have already taken steps to ensure that our students’ education and school activities continue in a safe and supportive environment. Additionally, we have ensured that support services are available to any student or staff member who may need assistance during this challenging time. Please reach out to your child’s counselor or principal should specific needs arise.

In closing, I want to reassure you that we remain steadfastly committed to continuing to maintain a safe learning environment for our students to grow and flourish. I ask for your cooperation, patience, and understanding as we continue to navigate this extremely complex situation. We deeply appreciate the trust you place in all of us to educate and safeguard your children. We will keep you informed of any major developments to the extent we can while respecting the confidentiality required in such matters.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to uphold the standards that define the Liverpool CSD.

April 23: Watertown (at Myrtle Beach, S.C.), 11 a.m.

April 23-25: Games at Myrtle Beach, S.C.

April 30: at Jamesville-DeWitt, 5 p.m.

May 2: Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30

May 4: East Syracuse Minoa, 2 p.m.

May 6: at West Genesee, 4:30

May 7: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 5 p.m.

May 9: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

May 13: at Baldwinsville, 4:30

May 15: Baldwinsville, 4:30

May 18: at CBA, 12:30

Softball

April 2: at Webster Schroeder, 5 p.m.

April 12: Chittenango (at Carrier Park), 5 p.m.

April 16: at West Genesee, 4:30

7 p.m.

May 11: at Watertown, noon

May 14: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.

May 16: Jamesville-DeWitt, 7 p.m.

Girls Lacrosse

March 30: at Westhill, 12:30

April 6: at Marcellus, 1 p.m.

April 13: General Brown, 10 a.m.

April 16: Cicero-North Syracuse, 6:30

April 17: at Fulton, 6:30

April 20: Rome Free Academy, 6:30

April 23: Fayetteville-Manlius, noon

April 25: at Baldwinsville, noon

April 27: at West Genesee, 1 p.m.

May 2: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 7 p.m.

May 4: at Jamesville-DeWitt, noon

May 7: West Genesee, 7 p.m.

May 9: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.

May 11: Webster Thomas, 1 p.m.

May 14: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m. Baseball

April 2: at Auburn, 6:30

April 8: Whitesboro, 4:30

April 9: at Central Square, 4:30

April 11: Fulton, 4:30

April 16: at Oswego, 4:30

April 17: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30

April 18: West Genesee, 4:30

April 22: Cazenovia (at Myrtle Beach. S.C.),, 11 a.m.

April 20: Shaker (at Ballston Spa), 1 p.m.

April 20: at Ballston Spa, 3 p.m.

April 23: at Cicero-North Syracuse, noon

April 27: Shenendehowa (at Carrier Park), 3 p.m.

April 27: Ichabod Crane (at Carrier Park), 5 p.m.

April 30: Fayetteville-Manlius, 5 p.m.

May 4-5: at Morabito Tournament

May 7: West Genesee, 5 p.m.

May 9: Baldwinsville, 5 p.m.

May 11: Rush Henrietta (at Webster Thomas), noon

May 11: at Webster Thomas, 2 p.m.

May 14: at Baldwinsville, 4:30

May 16: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 5 p.m.

May 18: Cicero-North Syracuse, 2 p.m.

Boys, Girls Track and FIeld

April 3: Auburn, 4:30

April 10: Baldwinsville, 4:30

April 17: West Genesee, 4:30

April 22: at Chittenango Invitational, 1 p.m.

April 23: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 10 a.m.

April 29: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

May 4: Al Mullin Classic at Hilton, 10 a.m.

May 8: at Henninger, 4:30

May 10: Arcaro Classic at Baldwinsville, 10 a.m.

May 20: Section III Class AA Championships at C-NS, 4:30

May 30: Section III State Qualifier at C-NS, 4 p.m.

June 7-8: NYSPHSAA Championships at C-NS

Boys Tennis

April 9: at Baldwinsville, 4:30

April 10: Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30

April 12: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

April 16: Auburn, 4:30

April 17: West Genesee, 4:30

April 19: East Syracuse Minoa, 4:30

April 24: Baldwinsville, 4:30 April 26: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30 April 29: at West Genesee, 4:30 May 1: Central Square, 4:30 May 6: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30

May 8: Baldwinsville, 4:30

Girls Golf Home matches at Hickory Hills Golf Course

April 12: at Baldwinsville (White), 3:30

April 15: Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30

April 18: at West Genesee, 3:30 April 22: at Cicero-North Syracuse (Green), 3:30

April 23: Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30

April 24: Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 April 25: Cicero-North Syracuse (Blue), 3:30 April 29: at Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30

May 1: Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 May 6: West Genesee, 3:30 May 8: Cicero-North Syracuse (Green), 3:30

May 13: at Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30 May 14: at Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30

May 17: at Cicero-North Syracuse (Blue), 3:30

Girls Flag Football April 2: at Oneida, 5 p.m. April 4: at Syracuse West, 5 p.m. April 11: Syracuse East, 5:30 April 15: at Baldwinsville, 6:30 April 19: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 7 p.m.

April 24: Oneida, 7 p.m. April 29: Syracuse West, 4:30 May 6: at Syracuse East, 6 p.m. May 8: Baldwinsville, 4:30 May 10: Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30 May 13: Syracuse Academy of Science, 4:30

Calabria leads C-NS at state tourney

BY PhIL BLACKWELL

Two things emerged from the CiceroNorth Syracuse boys bowling team’s performance in the March 10 New York State Public High School Athletic Association Division I championships at Strike-N-Spare Lanes.

As a whole, the Northstars were in catchup mode from the start, ultimately taking sixth place in a field of nine. But on an individual basis, C-NS’s Jacob Calabria nearly went to the top of the standings.

On a day where high scores were available, Calabria started with a solid 225 but then shot 184 in the second game. Recovering quickly, Calabria ended the first session with a 248.

Following a 236 in the fourth game, Calabria notched 10 strikes in his fifth game, finishing at 277 and putting him within range of Corning’s Cameron Kennedy going into the final game.

When Kennedy closed with a 157, Calabria could win the medalist honors with a 209, but only managed 187 to finish at 1,360, just 21 pins behind Kennedy’s 1,381.

It was a day full of high scores as Kennedy had a perfect 300 game in his opener and Se-

wanhaka’s Liam Sushko added his own 300 in the second game, though none of his other games topped 215.

C-NS, as a whole, started slow with 918 and 960, following with a 998 third game. Then it shot 961 in the fourth game and peaked with 1,100 in the fifth before falling back to 853 in the final game.

The Northstars’ total pinfall of 5,790 left it trailing Corning, who won with 6,264, beating out second-place Victor (6,163) for the state Division I team title.

Aside from Calabria, Jason Krausnick had C-NS’s best individual total, bowling all six games and finishing at 1,119 with high games of 196 in the first session and 198 in the second session.

Nehemiah Bachmann had a 969 over five games, including top games of 237 and 222, while Garrett Arnold rolled four games of 767 with a top game of 205. Tom O’Connell shot 725 for four games, closing with 202, while Sam Hoffman and Terry Miller had two games apiece, Hoffman getting a 193 and Miller a 215 as Jonathan Artz had 145 in his lone game.

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