Stillwater Trail System – by H. Wessell

TOWN OF STILLWATER, March 3 – The long-discussed, North-South trail system in the Town of Stillwater should become a reality within this year. The Town Board study initiated in 2011, aimed to add segments to the Town’s own trail system; which in the process would help toward the finalization of a Champlain Canal Trailway.

The entire article is in the 03/10 edition.

Vote on City Mayor’s Secretary

MECHANICVILLE MARCH 2- The City Council considered changes to the position of Secretary to the Mayor. Under the change to the City Charter the position or positions would be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor. Dennis Baker said at the meeting that the other departments have control of their own deputies.

In the 03-10 edition.

Check out our newest column – Daisy Knows

Why is grocery shopping such a chore?  Well let’s start with this; people must not know about shopping etiquette.    Of course we are all cranky because grocery shopping is a thankless job.  Your children don’t say “Hey Mom thanks for buying this from the grocery store for me.  Instead they say, “There is nothing to eat in this house.”

Please send your questions to : Attn: Daisy Knows at info.expresspaper@gmail.com

The Express Newspaper – March 10, 2016

Mrs. Lucille Bisson Acerra – 87

MECHANICVILLE – Mrs. Lucille Bisson Acerra, 87, of South Third Ave., died Saturday March 5th at Samaritan Hospital, Troy after a short illness.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 11 AM at DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Burial in Hudson View Cemetery.

Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of NENY Chapter, 455 Patroon Creek Blvd, Albany 12206.

To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

Matthew P. Mitchell – 52

MECHANICVILLE – Matthew P. Mitchell, 52, of Mabbett St., died Monday Feb. 29th after a brief illness.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at Noon at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 121 North Main St., Mechanicville.  Burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville on Thursdayevening from 4:30 – 7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Mohawk-Hudson Humane Society,  3 Oakland Ave., Menands, 12204, in memory of Matthew Paul Mitchell.

To leave condolences and for directions visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com

Juan Guzman Opens Stillwater’s Newest Business – by V. Gallagher

STILLWATER  FEBRUARY 27– Mayor Rick Nelson, members of the village and town board, and local officials gathered together on February 28 for a ceremonial ribbon cutting to welcome Elite Training to the community. Located at 751 Hudson Avenue, Elite Training is a new fitness center focusing on overall strength and conditioning.  However, as owner Juan Garzon explained, his goal is to make it more than just a place to lift weights.

Read the entire article in the 03-03 edition.