Special Section in the 06-16 edition.
2016 Local Graduating Classes
Author Archives: Express Weekly
St. Luke’s Fundraiser Photos by Terrie Gifford
Mechanicville Valedictorian and Salutatorian Honored – by Sandy McBride
A reception was held in the Mechanicville High School library on Wednesday afternoon to honor Megan Billert, valedictorian, and David Coreno, salutatorian, of the class of 2016. Called “. . . two of the finest young people I’ve had the good fortune to teach . . .” by English teacher Michael Daley, Megan and David were presented with plaques commemorating their achievement.
Article in the 06-16 edition.
Mechanicville Scholar Athletes Recognized – by Sandy McBride
Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School Vice Principal Craig Forth welcomed a throng of student/athletes to the gym on Thursday morning to what he termed “an awesome event”. It was the presentation of New York State Public High School Athletic Association pins and certificates to the members of the nine Red Raider winter and spring sports teams which have achieved Team Scholar Athlete status according to the standards required by the state organization.
Article in the 06-16 Edition.
Mechanicville Elemntary Field Day Photos
Strawberry Festival in Schaghticoke – by C. Barton
Schaghticoke- While the official days of summer have not hit yet, June is traditionally known as strawberry season in New York State. Strawberry festivals are one way that communities celebrate and recognize June as the best month to pick and enjoy one of the staples of the season.
Article in the 06-16 edition.
GlobalFoundaries Receives Pentagon Contract – Vince Gallagher
The Pentagon has chosen GlobalFoundries to supply the most advanced microchips used in U.S. spy satellites, missiles and combat jets. The agreement is an example of the Pentagon’s effort to protect military systems from cyberattacks and other tampering.
“This new contract is great news for GlobalFoundries and it’s employees in the Northeast Tech Corridor,” said corporate communications manager Steven Grasso. ”It builds on our investments to keep the EFK and BTV sites competitive.”
IBM had been the supplier of the chips to the Pentagon for over a decade, then decided to pay Globalfoundries to take over.
Article in the 06-16 edition.
The Express Newspaper June 16, 2016
Raymond George Morby – 92
STILLWATER - Raymond George Morby of Hudson Avenue passed away on Friday, June 10, 2016 at the Van Rensselaer Manor. He was 92.
Relatives and friends may call from 4-7:00pm on Monday, June 13, 2016 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 729 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater. Funeral services will be conducted at 10am on Friday at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will be in the family plot in Memory’s Garden, Colonie.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations to the Stratton VA Medical Center, Attn: Adult Day Healthcare Program, 113 Holland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208 or the Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144.
Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com
Mrs. Charlotte Bullis Picket
MECHANICVILLE - Mrs. Charlotte Bullis Pickett, of West Palm Beach, Florida, and long time resident of Mechanicville, died Wednesday, June 8th in Florida, after an extended illness.
A gathering of family and friends is tentatively scheduled for Sunday, June 26th from Noon to 2 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville, NY.
An extended obituary will appear in a future edition