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Valley Falls Grant for Thompson Mill? – by C. Barton
Valley Falls- the Village of Valley Falls with the assistance of the Hoosic River Watershed Association (HooRWA) and the Rensselaer Land Trust (RLT) has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Brownfield Assessment program for a grant that will test the old Thompson Mill property.
Read the entire article in the 02-25 Express.
New Stillwater Superintendent Reflects on New Role – by V. Gallagher
STILLWATER - Patricia Morris, who was recently appointed the new superintendent of Stillwater Central Schools, reflected on this moment in her educational career and also offered some thoughts for the future.
“It is an honor to be in this position and to be able to serve the district in this capacity,” said Morris. “I’ve had the privilege of serving the district over the past 19 years in various roles. This was an opportunity to lead by example and lead the entire district into the future.”
Read the entire article in the 02-25 Express.
The Express Newspaper February 25, 2016
Awards and Achievements/Local College Students
Local SUNY Potsdam Student-Athletes named to Fall SUNYAC All-Academic Team
POTSDAM, NY (02/12/2016)-- The State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) has named 53 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to its All-Academic Team for the Fall 2015 semester, the conference announced Wednesday, Feb. 10. Players named to the all-academic team have a minimum 3.3 GPA for the semester. Here is a list of the local athletes that compete for the Potsdam Bears.
Sarah Erno of Mechanicville (12118) is a Freshman member of the SUNY Potsdam Women's Soccer team.
Madison Mahar of Mechanicville (12118) is a Sophomore member of the SUNY Potsdam Women's Soccer team.
SUNY Potsdam athlete Madison Mahar earns SUNYAC Fall Commissioner's List recognition
POTSDAM, NY (02/12/2016)-- Madison Mahar, a resident of Mechanicville, N.Y. was one of 28 SUNY Potsdam student-athletes to earn a spot on the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) Commissioner's List for the Fall 2015 semester, the conference announced Wednesday, Feb. 10.
Mahar is a Sophomore member of the SUNY Potsdam Women's Soccer team. Players named to this list have carried a minimum 3.3 grade-point-average over three consecutive semesters at Potsdam.
Local Students from Hudson Valley Community College Named to Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities
TROY, NY (02/16/2016)-- Local college students studying at Hudson Valley Community College were recently honored by acceptance in Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities.
Who's Who students are chosen by a campus nominating committee for this honor based upon academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities and continued potential for success.
Those honored include:
Stephen Hatalla of Clifton Park. Hatalla is studying in the Electrical Construction and Maintenance academic program.
Abigail Radliff of Stillwater. Radliff is studying in the Business - Marketing academic program.
Matthew Roden of Johnsonville. Roden is studying in the Criminal Justice academic program.
Erica Shudt of Melrose. Shudt is studying in the Liberal Arts & Sciences - Humanities & Social Science academic program.
Robert VanNess of Clifton Park. VanNess is studying in the Engineering Science academic program.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Announces Fall 2015 Dean's List
WORCESTER, MA (02/15/2016)-- The following local residents were among 1,238 students from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) named to the university's Dean's List for academic excellence for the fall 2015 semester.
Kimberlee Kocienski of Schaghticoke, N.Y., is a member of the class of 2017 majoring in mechanical engineering.
Mary Vierling of Waterford, N.Y., is a member of the class of 2018 majoring in aerospace engineering.
Local Student, Allison Reinhardt, Named to Dean's List at Saint Joseph's University
PHILADELPHIA, PA (02/12/2016)-- Allison Reinhardt, of Clifton Park, NY (12065), earned Dean's List honors at Saint Joseph's University for the Fall 2015 semester. Reinhardt studies Professional Studies at the University. Students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or above, a B or greater in all their classes, and complete at least 15 credits to earn dean's list status for a semester.
Clifton Park resident named to Merrimack College Dean's List
NORTH ANDOVER, MA (02/10/2016)-- John Bassett of Clifton Park has achieved the status of Dean's List for the fall 2015 semester at Merrimack College.
Students Named to the Marist College Dean's List for the Fall 2015 Semester
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (02/10/2016)-- Local students named to the Marist College Dean's List for the Fall 2015 semester
Molly Costello of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2017 and is majoring in Communication.
Makala Foley of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2018 and is majoring in Psychology/Special Education.
Dana Foucault of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2016 and is majoring in Social Work.
Shannon McCormack of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2016 and is majoring in Psychology.
Derek Rose of Mechanicville, NY is a member of the Class of 2016 and is majoring in Communication.
Local Student Elected to Phi Beta Kappa at Hamilton College
Clinton, N.Y. — Rachel V. Beamish, daughter of James and Teresa Beamish of Melrose, was recently elected to the Epsilon Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa at Hamilton College.Phi Beta Kappa, which established a chapter at Hamilton in 1870, is the oldest and most prestigious honor society in the country. Students are elected to membership in recognition of their exceptional academic achievement in fulfilling the goals and purposes of the college.Beamish, a senior majoring in classical studies and English, is a graduate of Hoosic Valley Central School.
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library to Present Real Talk: Heroin
Clifton Park, NY – On Wednesday, February 24 at 6:30pm, the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library will present Real Talk: Heroin, a panel discussion facilitated by CAPteens, teen volunteers with CAPTAIN Youth and Family Services. This important discussion will feature a panel scheduled to include former addicts, a parent who lost a child to a heroin overdose and a representative from the New York State Police, who will be interviewed by local high school students. A question and answer session will follow the panel discussion. This program is presented in partnership with CAPTAIN, The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Council, Shenendehowa Central Schools and the Library.
According the to the Center for Disease Control, the rate of deaths involving heroin overdose has nearly tripled since 2010, with overdoses doubling in 15 to 24 year olds from 2008 to 2012. “Heroin use is a growing epidemic and sadly, it’s happening right in our own backyard,” says Lou An Stewart, Head of Adult Services at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library. “It was important to address this issue and bring this program to our community. We hope it will help start the discussion between families and their children.”
Additionally, representatives from local community organizations will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about this growing epidemic. Scheduled to be in attendance are: The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Council, Shenendehowa S.A.D.D. Club, CAPteens, Clifton Park-Halfmoon Emergency Corps, Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center, St. Peter’s Hospital Addiction Recovery Center, Recovery Advocacy, NAR-ANON Family Groups, Saratoga County Youth Bureau and Saratoga County Drug Treatment Court.
The Library is committed to working with Shenendehowa Central School District and CAPTAIN in an effort to educate the community about this crisis and other important issues. For more information, please contact Lou Ann Stewart at 371-8622.
MACSC Honors Hearts of the Community – by Sandy McBride
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center celebrated their annual “Hearts of the Community” at Fairways of Halfmoon last Friday evening, honoring the local Outstanding Service Organization, Company, Volunteer, and Community Partner. And this year, the center also presented the Founders’ Award.
Read the entire article in the 02/18 issue.
Mechanicville Student Athletes Honored – by Sandy McBride
It was a three-step celebration in the Mechanicville High School gym last Tuesday morning. The formal presentation of the Super Bowl High School Honor Roll Gold Football given by the National Football League in Joe Cocozzo’s honor took place, along with the presentation to the Red Raider football team of the plaque won for being the Section 2 Central Division Champions in Class C, and the recognition of the school’s 87 scholar/athletes in fall sports.
Read the entire article in the 02-18 issue.
New Superintendent for Stillwater Schools – by Vince Gallagher
STILLWATER – The Stillwater Central School District Board of Education is pleased has announced its intent to appoint Patricia Morris as superintendent of schools at the February 23 board meeting. Morris is currently the middle school principal at Stillwater Central School District, a position she has held since 2008. The decision was made on February 12.
Read the entire article in the 12-18 edition.
Eagle Scout Honored – by C. Barton
JOHNSONVILLE- Ryan Gannon of Boy Scout Troop #49 out of Valley Falls celebrated his Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony on Saturday February 6th. The Eagle Court of Honor is a ceremony the marks the recognition of the scout's achievement of reaching the rank of Eagle. His parents, with the support of the troop put on the ceremony.
Read the entire article in the 02/18 issue.