HALFMOON – On Saturday February 6th The Halfmoon – Waterford Fire District No. 1 in conjunction with Halfmoon Fire Company, held its 91st annual inspection dinner at the Franklin Plaza in Troy. Two hundred plus attendees were on hand to enjoy the evening and to honor the fire fighters. Officers and Chiefs were sworn in by Halfmoon Town Supervisor Kevin Tollisen. Company officers were sworn in by Waterford’s Town Councilman Dave Ball.
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MECHANICVILLE FEBRUARY 6- At 10:13 AM Tina Mone cut the ribbon to officially open her own salon. Her long time dream has finally come true. Beauty Express is owned an operated by Tina and her partner Richard Spence of Schenectady.
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MALTA AND BALLSTON SPA, February 1– The packed house – including some who had to stand for almost an hour - at Malta Town Hall on February 1 for a crucial public hearing on zoning changes – proved an opportunity for lots of folks to hear about something else new in the community.
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WATERFORD – Theresa A. “Terry” Fiorino, 72 of 1st Street, died Monday Feb 8th at St. Mary’s Hospital, Troy, after a brief illness.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 9:30 AM at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial in Saratoga National Cemetery.
Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville on Thursday from 4 – 7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Terry’s family in care of the Funeral Home.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
MECHANICVILLE - Jeanne E. Tarsa, 87, died on February 8, 2016 after a brief illness.
A funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:00 AM at All Saints on the Hudson South Church 121 No. Main Street, Mechanicville. Burial will immediately follow in St. Paul's Cemetery, Mechanicville. Calling hours for relatives and friends will be from 4 - 7PM on Wednesday at the No. Main St. Church.
Contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice in loving memory of Jeanne E. Tarsa. Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com for directions to the church and to leave condolences.
MECHANICVILLE – Mary Ann Gaetano, 75, of No. Main St., died at home, Sundaymorning, Feb. 7th, after a brief illness, in the loving company of her family.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at Noon at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 121 No. Main ST., Mechanicville. Burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga or NYOH Community Cancer Foundation, 449 Rte 146, Suite 101, Clifton Park, 12065.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
SUNY Geneseo Announces President's List for Fall 2015
GENESEO, NY (02/04/2016)-- The State University of New York at Geneseo has announced its President's List for the fall semester 2015. To be on the list, a student must have achieved an A in all coursework (4.0 grade point average) while taking at least 12 credit hours.
Those on the President's List from this area include:
Melissa Frank from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Thomas Hurysz from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Taylor Moore from Stillwater, NY (12170)
SUNY Geneseo Announces Dean's List for Fall Semester 2015
GENESEO, NY (02/04/2016)-- The State University of New York at Geneseo has announced its Dean's List for the fall semester 2015. To be on the list, a student must have achieved at least a 3.5 grade point average while taking a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Those on the Dean's List from this area include:
Kristen Anderson from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Hope Andrascik from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Meghan Berman from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Sara Feinland from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Hugh Horner from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Cameron Mellow from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Sara Niles from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Lillian Perry from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Alyssa Signor from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Jane Skinner from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Cailin Sofko from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Allie Wachtel from Clifton Park, NY (12065)
Erin Shinski from Mechanicville, NY (12118)
Marisa Moore from Schaghticoke, NY (12154)
Rachel Moore from Schaghticoke, NY (12154)
Sarah Phillips from Waterford, NY (12188)
SARATOGA LAKE – Laura A. Boiani, 46, of Route 9P, died unexpectedly Wed., Feb 3rd, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Amsterdam, after apparent cardiac failure.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 6 PM at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 895 Hudson Ave., Stillwater. Calling hours at the Church on Monday from 4-6 PM.
Remembrances may be made to Northeast Kidney Foundation, 501 New Karner Rd, Ste 6, Albany, 12205 or Saratoga County Animal Shelter in memory of Laura A. Boiani.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
Arrangements by DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville.
Saturday, Feb. 6th at 7:00
St Luke’s on the Hill Open Mic for All Ages and Cookie Walk
MECHANICVILLE - Do you have a song to sing, poem to recite, musical instrument to play, or general audience-rated joke to tell? Please call Terrie Gifford to sign up at 518-956-3901 or emailterrie.gifford1@gmail.com. Our famous cookie walk will be from 5 to 7:30
Sunday, Feb. 7 8-11:30 am
All You Can Eat Breakfast ($)
CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Fire Department at the firehouse on Old Route 146, between Route 9 and 146 in Clifton Park. The menu will include Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Toast, Coffee, Juice and Milk. The costs for the all you can eat breakfast is $5.00 for Adults, $3.00 for Children 6 to 12 and FREE for kids under 6.
Sunday, Feb. 7 from 3: to 6:00 p.m.
Chicken Barbecue ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Schaghticoke Presbyterian Church, 145 Main Street, Schaghticoke. Call Sylvia 753-4545 for reservations! $13.00.
Tuesday, Feb. 9 from 5-7:00 pm
Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper ($)
EASTON - The Easton Methodist Church, Route 40, North Easton On the menu will be pancakes and waffles with maple and fruit syrups, hash brown potatoes, bacon, sausage, applesauce and beverages. Adults $8.00. Kids $4.00. No reservations necessary.
Friday, Feb. 12 from 5-7:00 pm
Spaghetti Dinner ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - The members of the Hudson Valley Assembly #43 of the International Order of Rainbow Girls at the Victor Lodge in Schaghticoke. Choice of 2 sauces, salad, bread and dessert. Take out is available. Cost is $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for children and under 6 is free
Saturday, Feb. 13 from 5:30-6:30
A Perfect Noodle Night ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Presbyterian United Church, Homemade pasta with a choice of sauces, side dish, authentic desserts, music from Frank and Dean and the rest of the old crooners. or reservations Sylvia - 753-4545. $11.00
An American Bald Eagle at a bird sanctuary near Otavalo, Ecuador
Saturday, Feb. 13 at 2:00 pm
Lecture on Bald Eagles
WATERFORD - Peebles Island State Park Special speaker Tom Lake. Free and open to the public. Kindly register by email to: president@capitalregionaudubon.org or call 518-268-2188 for more information.
Saturday, Feb. 13 at 11:00 am
Fancy Nancy Valentine’s Party
MECHANICVILLE - Mechanicville District Public Library. Join us for crafts, snacks, and a photo booth! This program is suited for ages 4+. Registration is required, so please give us a call at (518) 664-4646 or visit us at 190 N Main Street, Mechanicville, NY 12118.
Sunday, Feb. 14 from 8-11:00 am
Monthly Breakfast ($)
VALLEY FALLS - The Ladies Auxiliary from Valley Falls VFW Post 1938 located on Poplar Ave. Menu consists of biscuits with sausage gravy, sausage, bacon, eggs, toast, pancakes, French toast, juice, fruit, coffee and hash browns. Cost children 5-12 $4 adults 13 & up $8.
Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 10:30 am
Local Author at Peebles Island
WATERFORD - Russ VanDervoort, local Waterford resident and author of Canal Canaries and Other Tough Birds, will be at Peebles Island State Park. Please meet at the Visitor Center. Refreshments will be served. All programs are free and open to the public. Call 518-268-2188 to register.
Thursday, Feb. 18 from 5-6:30
Annual Ham Dinner ($)
STILLWATER - Stillwater United Presbyterian Church, 747 Hudson Ave. in the Fellowship Hall. Menu includes ham, raisin sauce, applesauce, home baked beans, mashed potatoes, carrots ala orange, cole slaw, rolls, pie and beverage served family style. Cost: $12.00 for Adults, $5.00 for Children 5-10 years of age, Under 5 years Free. To reserve tickets, call 664-7984 or purchase at door. Take-outs available. Handicap accessible. Church is located across from the Post Office.
Friday, Feb. 19 at 2:00 pm
Our Wonderful World Program
MECHANICVILLE - The Children's Museum at Saratoga will be visiting Mechanicville District Public Library for their "Our Wonderful World". This program is kindly being sponsored by the Lion's Club. We'll be learning about different cultures around the globe through crafts, traditional clothing, and instruments! This is suitable for ages 4+. Registration is required, so please give us a call at (518) 664-4646 or visit us at 190 N Main Street, Mechanicville, NY 12118.
Saturday, Feb. 20 at 11:00 am
Friends of the Waterford Public Library to Meet
WATERFORD - The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2016 events and fundraising activities in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square,. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.
Thursday, Feb. 25 at 4:00 pm
Foster Parent Meeting
BALLSTON SPA – Services Building, 152 West High St. Saratoga County is in need of foster homes for school-aged children and teenagers. The next certification class will begin in the fall. Please contact Kari Carroll or Stacey McVaigh at 884-4157 for more information.
Friday, Feb. 26 at 6:00 pm
Pampered Chef Party
MELROSE-at Melrose Methodist church, 20 Church Street, Melrose.There will be food to share and prizes given out. Bring friends. For information call 235-4370.
Saturday, Feb. 27 from 1-3:00 pm
Public Forum Common Core
CLIFTON PARK - The League of Woman Voters Clifton Park Halfmoon Library, Moe Rd. Clifton Park.
Saturday, March 5 from 9-4:00 pm
Annual Antique Show
MECHANICVILLE - All Saints on the Hudson at the Parish Center at 52 William Street. Food will be available from the kitchen. Vendors wanted : call Maria Amann 664-6405 or email Anne Amann at Buffalo362@gmail.com.
Thursday, March 17 at 5:30
St. Patrick's Day Dinner ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Presbyterian United Church of Schaghticoke, NY
Corned Beef, red potatoes, carrots, cabbage, rolls and cake. Take out only. Serving begins at 5:30 Tickets Liz Baker at 753-0265 to reserve your ticket for $12.00.
April 15, 16 & 17
Fiddler On The Roof
SCHUYLERVILLE – Schuylerville Community Theater. Rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons, Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings. For additional information or questions, contact Director, William Howard III at whh3draper@aol.com or call 636-8444 or Producer, Lorraine Thompson at LorThomp@aol.com or 369-6558 or Bonnie Thomas at thomasbpc@hotmail.com or 798-5984.
Sunday, April 17 2:30-4:30 pm
Zumbathon Benefit
TROY-- Benefit Camp Bravehearts, a not-for-profit oncology camp for women, dedicated to enriching the lives of Cancer Survivors. The fundraiser will take place at Catholic Central High School gymnasium in Troy,