BALLSTON SPA, March 7 – The Saratoga County Supervisors' Equalization and Assessment wants to see some continuation of a tax exemption for homeowners who are Cold War veterans– and better awareness of the one that has been available.
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The Department of Environmental Conservation reminds New Yorkers that, with warming temperatures and dry conditions, residential brush burning in towns with less than 20,000 residents is prohibited from March 16 through May 14.
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Members of the Tenandeho Canoe Association staged their first creek cleanup last Saturday in preparation for the April 3 whitewater derby. Committee members were able to remove debris for the first half of the course. They were aided by low water conditions that exposed obstacles from previous races. Plans are now underway to complete the cleanup next Saturday. Anyone wishing to help with the cleanup can meet with the race committee at the McDonald's parking lot in Mechanicville at 9:00am, this Saturday, March 19.
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STILLWATER – Sylvia Brookley Luther, 86, of Lake St., died Saturday evening March 12th at St. Peter’s Hospital, in the loving company of her family. A native and lifelong resident of Stillwater, born March 16,1929, daughter of the late Loren and Ethel Wiltsey Brookley, and widow of Edgar “Bud” Luther, Jr. who died in 2001.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday at 10:30 AM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial in Saratoga National Cemetery.
Calling hours at Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7PM
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund, 26 Broadway, New York, NY 10004.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
Stillwater High School Safe Driving Week, March 14-18
Stillwater High School, along with the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Club, are hosting their second annual Safe Driving Week, March 14-18. It’s a campaign designed to help students make good choices and prevent bad decisions when it comes to driving. During the week there will be a variety of activities and reminders for students at school. Those include:
“SADD is pleased to partner with the district to bring Safe Driving Week to our school. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens and our SADD members believe it is critical to help bring awareness to the dangers of distracted driving and encourage our classmates to be as safe as they can,” said SADD Advisor Amy Carpenter.
“We’re just hoping to reach students in multiple ways. We want them to understand that the impact of their decisions while driving is pivotal. With so many distractions in our environment, we want students to make positive choices as they continue to grow and become adults,” said Paul Morcone, Stillwater K-12 assistant principal.
This campaign is part of the school’s overall prevention plan. It coincides with the Stillwater High School mission “to empower young people to successfully confront the risks and pressures that challenge them throughout their daily lives.”
MECHANICVILLE – Miss Vivian A. DeCrescente, 90 of Kennedy Garden Apts., died Thursday evening at Samaritan Hospital, Troy, after a brief illness.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at Noon at All Saints on theHudson Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.
A gathering of friends will be held Tuesday from 11 AM till the Noon Mass at All Saints on the Hudson No. Main St. Church.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice in memory of Vivian DeCrescente.
To leave condolences or for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
MECHANICVILLE, NY - Lori Jean Siciliano, 60, died Friday, March 11, at AlbanyMedical Center, in the loving company of her family after courageously battling a brief illness.
Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4 -7pm at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 121 North Main St., Mechanicville, NY followed by a Funeral Mass at 7:30 pm. Burial will be Wednesday at 11:00am at Memory Gardens Cemetery, 983 Watervliet-Shaker Road, Albany, NY.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Catie Hoch Foundation, 26 Arrowhead Rd., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, in memory of Lori Siciliano.
To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com
Saturday, March 12 at 4:00
Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner ($)
MELROSE - The Melrose Methodist Church, 20 Church Street, take outs at 4:30 p m. Cost for adults $10.00, children 4-10 is $5.00. We are handicap accessible. For more information or reservation call 235-4370
Saturday, March 12 at 6:30
Café Malta – Irish Style ($)
MALTA - Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr. Seats $8.00 advanced; $10.00 after 3/11 or at the door. Coffee and dessert also available for purchase. Contact The Malta Community Center-899-4411 or www.maltaparksrec.com for advanced tickets.
Sunday, March 13 4:30-6:00 pm
Souper Supper ($)
VALLEY FALLS - The Valley Falls United Methodist Church, 16 State Street. Featured will be a wide variety of soups plus bread, muffins, drinks, and dessert for only $7.00 – children under 6 free. Tickets are available at the door. The church is handicapped accessible. For tickets and information, call 541-3039 or 753-6028 or check our website at www.valleyfallsunitedmethodist.com.
Tuesday, March 15 at 5:30
Information Night
SARATOGA SPRINGS - State University of New York Empire State College will hold
information session(s) about its associate and bachelor’s degree programs at its Saratoga location, 111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs on: Tuesday, March 15, 2016. For more information, please call 518-783-6203.
Tuesday, March 15 at 11:30
KWVA CH. 60 March Luncheon ($)
SARATOGA - At the Parting Glass Pub - 40 Lake Ave.For reservations and further information, please contact the Nolan's at 893-3379, by March 15th. Veterans who served in Korea at any time, spouses, widows and friends are all invited to attend. For an application to join the KWVA or other information, please contact Comm. Roger Calkins at 584-3037.
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 $12.00.
Friday, March 18 from 6-8:00 pm
Dinner with the Easter Bunny
STILLWATER – Stillwater Area Community Center offering children’s activities, crafts, and photos with the Easter Bunny.
Saturday, March 19 4-7:00 pm
Brooks’ BBQ & Chinese Auction ($)
STILLWATER - Stillwater United’s Fellowship Hall, 747 Hudson Ave. (across from Post Office). Reserve through the church office, 664-7984 or purchase at the door. Eat in or take-out. A Chinese Auction will be held at the same time. The preview of items begins at 3:00 p.m. with a scheduled 7:00 p.m. drawing.Winners do not have to be present at the time of the drawing. Handicap accessible.
Saturday, March 19 11:00 am
Egg Hunt at the Mechanicville Library
MECHANICVILLE - Mechanicville District Public Library will be hosting an Egg Hunt. Registration is required, so please give us a call at (518) 664-4646.
Saturday, March 19 from 2-3:00 pm
Women’s History Month Presentation
STILLWATER – Saratoga National Historical Park. “In Their Own Words: Women in the Revolution,” at the park visitor center. Located between Rt. 4 and Rt. 32 in the Town of Stillwater, NY. Event snow date: Sunday, March 26.
Sunday, March 20 7:30-11:30 am
A.L.S. Benefit Breakfast ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Victor Lodge of Schaghticoke. All the food has been donated so all the income from the breakfast will go to these charities. The menu will be pancakes, Belgian waffles, Knickerbocker soufflé, bacon, sausage, home fries, eggs, juice and coffee. Cost is $7.00 but greater donations appreciated.
Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 11:00
Easter Egg Hunt
MALTA - Malta Presbyterian Church, 116 Dunning Street.
Sunday March 30 at 3:00 pm
Cantata
MECHANICVILLE - Palm Sunday Cantata. Mechanicville UMC 7 North Main St. Mechanicville. Church office phone # 664-3095 Free
Saturday, April 9 4-7:00 pm
Roast Beef Dinner ($)
VISCHER FERRY - Amity Reformed Church at 335 Riverview Road. The menu will include roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, carrots, rolls, assorted home made cakes for dessert, coffee and tea. Take out orders will be available from 4pm to 6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Information call 371-8237.
Friday April 15th 6:30-9:00 pm
2nd Annual Wine Pull ($)
STILLWATER – Stillwater Area Community Center. Live entertainment, raffles, etc. Tickets available in the Main Office at SACC. 664-2515 ext 10 or 23 for more information.
Saturday, April 16 12:00 Noon
Spring Fling Fashion Show ($$)
HALFMOON - Halfmoon American Legion. This is a fundraiser to benefit veterans and community charities supported by the Legion Auxiliary. Tickets maybe purchased at American Legion Post 1450, 275 Grooms Rd., Halfmoon NY. Deadline for ticket purchases is April 2, 2016.
April 16 & 23 9-12 pm
April 26 & 3 6-8:00 pm
Halfmoon Summer Camp Registration Dates
HALFMOON - Program dates are June 27 through August 5, 2016. Programs are available for Halfmoon youths, ages 3 –15 .You must provide proof of residency & immunization records to register. For more information, please see our website at www.townofhalfmoon-ny.gov or contact the Recreation Department at 371-7410, ext. 2272.
Sunday, April 17 Seating at 10:00 or 12:00 Noon
Daffodil Brunch ($)
TROY - Friends of Oakwood. Reservations are a must, and limited to 100 people/seating. Sells out fast. Call 1-800-556-6273 for your choice of time: 10:00 am or12:00 noon. State name, phone, time, # of people. Children under 5 are free but must have reserved seats. Take a stroll among thousands of daffodils or experience a ride through the cemetery in one of Jack Byrne’s antique cars as you view Oakwood’s ornate monuments.
April 15, 16 & 17
Fiddler On The Roof
SCHUYLERVILLE – Schuylerville Community Theater. Rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons, Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings. For additional information or questions, contact Director, William Howard III at whh3draper@aol.com or call 636-8444 or Producer, Lorraine Thompson at LorThomp@aol.com or 369-6558 or Bonnie Thomas at thomasbpc@hotmail.com or 798-5984.
Sunday, April 17 2:30-4:30 pm
Zumbathon Benefit
TROY-- Benefit Camp Bravehearts, a not-for-profit oncology camp for women, dedicated to enriching the lives of Cancer Survivors. The fundraiser will take place at Catholic Central High School gymnasium in Troy,
April 8-10 and 14-17 at 8pm (Sunday matinees at 2pm)
HECUBA The American Premiere Production ($)
SARATOGA SPRINGS - At the Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater on the Skidmore College Campus. Tickets: $12 general admission and $8 for students and senior citizens.?To reserve seats, call the Skidmore Theater Box Office at (518) 580-5439, email boxoffice@skidmore.edu or
Wednesday, May 4 8:15 am
Spring Day Trip to the Norman Rockwell Museum and Fort Crailo ($?)
WATERFORD - Waterford Museum & Cultural Center. Lunch will be at Michaels Restaurant in Stockbridge. After lunch, we travel to Fort Crailo State Historic Site in Rensselaer. Return at 4:30pm. For more information please call Emily Wilson at (518) 237-7122.
May, 7 10-12:00 pm
Treasure or Trash? Spring Antique Appraisal Show ($)
MALTA - Malta Community Center featuring Mark Lawson of Mark Lawson Antiques, there is a FEE. Pre-registration by April 18th. Don’t wait as space is limited. Please call 899-4411 for more information.
Ithaca College Students Named to Fall Semester Dean's List
ITHACA, NY (03/02/2016)-- Ithaca College congratulates students named to Dean's List for the fall 2015 semester.
Zachary Waldek of Clifton Park (12065)
Meryl Franzone of Clifton Park (12065)
Meghan Olenyk of Clifton Park (12065)
Sierra Vorsheim of Clifton Park (12065)
Christina Tudor of Clifton Park (12065)
Local Students Graduate from Clarkson University
POTSDAM, NY (03/07/2016)-- The following students graduated from Clarkson University on August 31, 2015.
Alexander T. Slemp of Clifton Park, N.Y., received a bachelor of science degree in engineering and management.
Matthew P. Konecnik of Waterford, N.Y., received a master of engineering degree in civil and environmental engineering.
Local residents graduate from RIT
ROCHESTER, NY (03/08/2016)-- More than 900 students received degrees from Rochester Institute of Technology at the end of the fall 2015 semester, including:
News from Colgate University
Fall 2015 Dean's Award
HAMILTON, NY (03/10/2016)-- The following students have earned a 3.30 or higher term average to receive the Dean's Award for academic excellence at Colgate University for the fall 2015 semester.
William LeRoy, of Clifton Park, NY (12065), a Economics-undeclared major in the Class of 2019, and a graduate of Shenendehowa High School.
Jonathan Zeosky, of Clifton Park, NY (12065), a Astronomy/Physics major in the Class of 2016, and a graduate of Shenendehowa High School.