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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.

 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Felix G. “Sarge” Farina – 91

STILLWATER – Felix G. “Sarge” Farina, 91, of Railroad Ave., died Tuesday morning, Feb. 16th, at Ellis Hospital, after a brief illness.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 9:30 AM at DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So.Main St., Mechanicville, followed by burial with military honors at the Saratoga NationalCemetery. Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Thursday from 4-7 PM. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Wounded Warrior Project or the American Heart Assoc. in fond memory of Felix “Sarge” Farina.

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

 

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Matthew L. Pisculli, Jr. – 26

MECHANICVILLE – Matthew L. Pisculli, Jr., 26, of Stillwater Ave., died unexpectedly Monday, Feb. 15th at home.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 20th at 4 PM at DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville. Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Saturday from 2-4 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Safe Paws, Inc. or any animal shelter in care of the Funeral Home.

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

 

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The Express Newspaper February 18, 2016

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Catherine Golden Chauvin – 65

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Catherine Golden Chauvin, 65, former resident of Mechanicville, died Monday, February 8th at Saratoga Hospital in the loving company of her family. Born in Troy, May 30, 1950, she was the daughter of Lucy Fargnoli Golden of Mechanicville and the late Thomas F. Golden, Sr.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 13th at 11AM at All Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No Main St., Mechanicville, NY 12118 with burial to follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Mechanicville. In keeping with Cathy’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Cathy in a special way are asked to make donations to the Saratoga Springs Public Library Endowment Fund, CFGCR, 6 Tower Place, Albany, NY 12203 in loving memory of Catherine A. Chauvin.

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

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Joan B. Armer – 80

MECHANICVILLE - Joan B. Armer passed away on Monday, February 08, 2016 at Mary’s Haven in Saratoga Springs. She was 80.

Relatives and friends may call from 10-12 noon on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 729 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater. Funeral service will be conducted at 12 noon in the funeral home. Burial will be in the family plot in the Fairmont Cemetery in Quaker Springs.

Kindly consider donations to the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, 6010 County Farm Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 or the Community Hospice of Saratoga County, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com