The Express Newspaper July 23, 2015
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Donna L. Salmon Oberlender – 70
MARCELLUS - Donna Lynne Salmon Oberlender, 70, of Marcellus, NY passed away on July 16, 2015, following a lengthy fight against cancer. She maintained a very positive attitude and her sense of humor throughout. Donna has chosen to graciously donate her body to the Anatomical Gift Program for the advancement of medical education and research.
Donna graduated from Mechanicville, NY High School and earned her Bachelor’s Degree from SUNY Oneonta and Master’s Degree from SUNY Cortland. She retired from OCM BOCES where she taught computer software to local school administrators and staff as well as developing software tools for schools. Donna was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Marcellus.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at HOA and Crouse Hospitalfor their kindness and compassion. There will be no calling hours or services. To express sympathy please visit www.ryanfhmarcellus.com
Clifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency Corps. to Offer Free Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course to Combat Veterans
CLIFTON PARK, NY, June 22, 2015---Clifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency Corps. (CPHM EMS) is offering a free EMT course, certification and professional development for combat veterans. They will be hosting two open house, informative sessions about the program; onWednesday, July 15th from 6pm-9pm and on Sunday, July 19th from 10am-2pm. The EMT course will begin in September of this year.
This EMT course will be completely free to military combat veterans and will be taught by several CPHM EMS paramedics, who are also military veterans themselves. CPHM EMS will provide this course at their facility located at 15 Crossing Blv. in Clifton Park, NY., and the curriculum will mirror that of the Saratoga County Emergency Medical Services Council. The class will meet twice a week for 6 months.
The CPHM EMS Combat Veteran EMT course will also include professional development, post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) resource referrals as well as career counseling. It is the ultimate aim of the instructors to prepare these students for every aspect of a career in emergency medicine while also enhancing their personal growth.
In order to participate in the program, applicants must have served in a military combat zone, as well as attend one of the July information session and submit an application with an accompanying DD-214 form.
Joe Santiago, CPHM EMS Executive Director and Army Captain, feels that this program will allow combat vets an opportunity to establish a rewarding new career path, as well as a strong sense of self worth in their life as a civilian. “A career in emergency medicine opens up so many doors and opportunities. I started as an EMT twenty-one years ago, became a Paramedic and eventually got my Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. I was able to achieve those gains during combat zone deployments.”
“Becoming an EMT can give combat vets an opportunity at meaningful employment. You feel like you are making a difference, like you did while in service.” says Russell Coonradt, CPHM EMT and Navy Corpsman, Petty Officer Second Class.
Both July information sessions are open house meet-and-greet formats. Interested applicants will have an opportunity to learn more about a career in EMS, meet instructors and complete the application process.
For further information and/or questions, please contact Russell Coonradt via email atrcoonradt@cphmems.org.
Adirondack Save-A-Stray Pets for Adoption July 16, 2015
Fonzi - Fonzi is a Shepherd Rottie mix. He is about 10 months old and has a happy, playful personality. He was found wandering the streets and ended up on death row with his time up. HE was rescued and brought to foster care until he could be transported up here. He has be vet checked, heartworm tested, vaccinated and more. For more information please call the shelter at 518-654-6220
Micah - Micah is a yellow lab mix about 3 months old.. He was pulled from a kill shelter down south and put into foster care. Micah has been vet checked, wormed, given his first sets of shots, and more. For more information on him please call the shelter at 518-654-6220 or come by to meet him.
Power Puff Litter - These 3 babies were found dumped at the side of the road. If it had not been for some people walking by and hearing their whimpers they might have perished. But they are safe and sound now and looking for forever homes. We think they are part lab and about 9 weeks old. They have been vet checked, given first shot, wormed and more. For more information please call the shelter at518-654-6220.
Heather 4 - these beautiful pups were an owner turn in. The owner kept the mom but gave up the pups. So now here they are hoping to find forever homes. These babies are about 8-9 weeks old, vet checked, up to date on shots, wormed and more. For more information please call the shelter at 518-654-6220 or just come by to meet our furbabies.Awards and Achievements/Local College Students
Alexis Mone Graduates with the Roger Williams University Class of 2015
BRISTOL, RI (07/15/2015)(readMedia)-- Alexis Mone graduates with the Roger Williams University Class of 2015.
Alexis Mone, a resident of Mechanicville, NY, 12118 was among more than 1,123 students from Roger Williams University to receive their degree as part of the Class of 2015.
Local Residents Named to RIT Dean's List
ROCHESTER, NY (07/15/2015)(readMedia)-- The following local residents made the Dean's List at Rochester Institute of Technology for spring semester 2014-2015. Degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean's List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.400; they do not have any grades of "Incomplete", "D" or "F"; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours.
- Jenna Ammerall of Clifton Park (12065)
- Deanna Campagnola of Clifton Park (12065)
- Meghan Connor of Clifton Park (12065)
- Kevin Cosgrove of Clifton Park (12065)
- Cheryl Fang of Clifton Park (12065)
- Samantha Herman of Clifton Park (12065)
- Leah Hofgesang of Clifton Park (12065)
- Kevin Leonard of Clifton Park (12065)
- Erin Logan of Clifton Park (12065)
- Erika McCarthy of Clifton Park (12065)
- Clancy Morgan of Melrose (12121)
- Anna Raleigh of Waterford (12188)
- Jordan Rosario of Clifton Park (12065)
- Chelsea Schadewald of Clifton Park (12065)
- Yaohang Wang of Clifton Park (12065)
- Dana Wright of Clifton Park (12065)
- Matthew Zeosky of Clifton Park (12065)
Dean's List at University of Delaware
NEWARK, DE (07/16/2015)(readMedia)-- Students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the Spring 2015 semester.
Sara Beidl of Clifton Park NY(12065)
Christina Capobianco of Clifton Park NY(12065)
Alaina Smith of Clifton Park NY(12065)
Danielle daCunha of Clifton Park NY(12065)
News from SUNY Oneonta
275 New Students Awarded Scholarships
ONEONTA, NY (07/15/2015)(readMedia)-- SUNY Oneonta has awarded scholarships to 270 freshman and five transfer students who will begin their studies at SUNY Oneonta in the fall 2015 semester. Since 2000, the college and its related College at Oneonta Foundation have more than tripled the number of scholarships available to SUNY Oneonta students, and more than $4 million is awarded each year.
The following area students received scholarships to attend SUNY Oneonta this fall:
Emma Cohen of Stillwater received the Presidential Scholarship in the amount of $6470 per year. Cohen, who plans to major in Political Science, is a graduate of Stillwater Central School.
Danielle Darrow of Stillwater received the Oneonta Auxiliary Services Merit Scholarship in the amount of $2000 per year. Darrow, who plans to major in Criminal Justice, is a graduate of Stillwater Central School.
Jordan Gougler of Clifton Park received the Catskill Scholarship in the amount of $4000 per year. Gougler, who hasn't decided on a major yet, is a graduate of Shenendehowa High School.
Jessica Koury of Stillwater received the Catskill Scholarship in the amount of $4000 per year. Koury, who plans to major in Biology, is a graduate of Stillwater Central School.
Constance Krause of Clifton Park received the Presidential Scholarship in the amount of $6470 per year. Krause, who plans to major in Professional Accounting, is a graduate of Shenendehowa High School.
Awards and Achievements/Local College Students
Local residents graduate from RIT
ROCHESTER, NY (07/15/2015)(readMedia)-- The following students graduated from RIT in the spring 2014-2015 semester:
- Chelsea Schadewald of Clifton Park (12065) received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 3D digital design from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
- Leah Hofgesang of Clifton Park (12065) received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in medical illustration from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
- Nathan Burrell of Clifton Park (12065) received a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical engineering from RIT's Kate Gleason College of Engineering.
- Kayla Wheeler of Clifton Park (12065) received a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical engineering from RIT's Kate Gleason College of Engineering.
- Matthew Zeosky of Clifton Park (12065) received a Bachelor of Science degree in game design and development from RIT's B. Thomas Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences.
- Michael Chaszczewski of Stillwater (12170) received a Master of Fine Arts degree in visual communication design from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
- Timothy Bromm of Valley Falls (12185) received a Master of Fine Arts degree in industrial design from RIT's College of Imaging Arts and Sciences.
Local Residents Achieve Dean's List at SUNY Delhi
DELHI, NY (07/14/2015)(readMedia)-- The following students have been cited for academic achievement for the Spring 2015 semester by achieving the Dean's List at the State University of New York College of Technology at Delhi. To qualify for the Dean's List, students must have an academic average of 3.50 or higher within the semester.
Brittany Hurd of Clifton Park - BSN in Nursing
Shawna Mason of Mechanicville - AAS in Veterinary Science Technology
Benjamin Thomsen of Stillwater - AAS in Electrical Construction and Controls
Local Residents Graduate from SUNY Delhi
DELHI, NY (07/14/2015)(readMedia)-- The following students are graduates for May 2015 at the State University of New York College of Technology at Delhi:
Brittany Hurd of Clifton Park - BSN in Nursing Magna Cum Laude
Shawna Mason of Mechanicville - AAS in Veterinary Science Technology
Benjamin Thomsen of Stillwater - AAS in Electrical Construction and Controls
Ryan McGrath graduates from Fairleigh Dickinson University
MADISON, NJ (07/14/2015)(readMedia)-- Ryan McGrath, of Waterford, NY, a student at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Metropolitan Campus, located in Teaneck, NJ, has graduated with a BS in Business Administration as of May 2015.
Students Named to the Marist College Dean's List for the Spring 2015 Semester
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (07/14/2015)(readMedia)-- The following local students have been named to the Marist College Dean's List for the Spring 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.
Megan McCormack of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2017 and is majoring in Communication.
Megan Romer of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2015 and is majoring in Biochemistry.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute congratulates students at the 2015 Commencement Ceremony
TROY, NY (07/14/2015)(readMedia)-- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute held their 209th Commencement ceremonies on May 30 in the East Campus Athletic Village Stadium. The ceremonies included an address by Admiral Michelle Howard, Vice Chief of Naval Operations.
The following students were recognized during the 2015 commencement exercise:
Jacqueline Doll of Clifton Park, NY, graduated with a BS in Communication
Georgeanna Foley of Melrose, NY, graduated with a BA in Architecture
Brendan Howell of Clifton Park, NY, graduated Cum Laude with a BS in Industrial & Management Engr
Colin Hughes of Clifton Park, NY, graduated with a BS in Business and Management
Jonathan Matla of Melrose, NY, graduated with a BS in Industrial & Management Engr
Monica Patel of Clifton Park, NY, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in Biology
Kyle Wood of Mechanicville, NY, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in Electrical Engineering
Rensselaer Students Named to Spring 2015 Dean's List
TROY, NY (07/14/2015)(readMedia)-- Approximately 2,700 students at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute were named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2015 semester. The Dean's List recognizes full-time students who maintain grade-point averages of a minimum of 3.0 out of a possible 4.0 and have no grades below "C."
Katelyn Angeliu of Clifton Park, NY, studies Mechanical Engineering
Tatios Barkamian of Melrose, NY, studies Information Tech & Web Science
Evan Bernstein of Waterford, NY, studies Chemical Engineering
Hailey Beyer of Clifton Park, NY, studies Architecture
Kirthana Bhat of Clifton Park, NY, studies Chemical Engineering
Ryan Buss of Clifton Park, NY, studies Biomedical Engineering
Thomas Carter of Waterford, NY, studies Mathematics
Ethan Connor of Stillwater, NY, studies Business and Management
Sarah Farnham of Clifton Park, NY, studies Architecture
Georgeanna Foley of Melrose, NY, studies Architecture
Jared Garrow of Stillwater, NY, studies Environmental Science
Paul Horner of Waterford, NY, studies Computer Science
Aaron Kalish of Clifton Park, NY, studies Industrial & Management Engr
Adam Kalish of Clifton Park, NY, studies Mechanical Engineering
Okan Kaya of Clifton Park, NY, studies Biomedical Engineering
Faith Marro of Johnsonville, NY, studies Architecture
Jonathan Matla of Melrose, NY, studies Industrial & Management Engr
Peter Matla of Melrose, NY, studies Information Tech & Web Science
Monica Patel of Clifton Park, NY, studies Biology
Timothy Saia of Clifton Park, NY, studies Chemical Engineering
Bilal Salam of Waterford, NY, studies Computer Science
Daniel Sze of Clifton Park, NY, studies Computer Science
Eric Tsui of Clifton Park, NY, studies Computer & Systems Engineering
Colton Wicks of Mechanicville, NY, studies Computer Science
Nicholas L. Lupo – 84
MECHANICVILLE – Nicholas L. Lupo, 84, of Route 75, died Tuesday morning, July 14th, at home, after a short illness.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 11:30 Am at All Saints on the Hudson Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville. Burial with military honors to follow at the Saratoga National Cemetery.Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main ST., Mechanicville on Thursday from 4-7 PM.In lieu of flowers, remembrances may to made to a charity of one’s choice in loving and fond memory of Nicholas L. Lupo.
To leave condolences and for direction visit www.devioto-salvadorefh.com
Read the entire obituary in the July 23 edition.
Classifieds for July 16th 2015 Express Newspaper
Countryfest 2015 at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds – photos by Melissa LeMay
Family Days In Mechanicville July 12, 2015
