We’ve been blessed here in our hometown this summer to celebrate the 100th birthdays of two lovely ladies who were born here in Mechanicville in 1915, Mary LaVigna Canonica and Molly DeCrescenzo Bango. A century in time, an eyeblink in history. A life span rarely achieved. Just what was life like a century ago?
Read the entire article in the July 16th edition.
MALTA, July 6 – The Town Board has been able to compensate for some of the about $25,000
it has lost in connection with the lawsuit by a now-former Deputy Town Clerk, involving treatment by the Town Clerk during her employment. It voted on this date to transfer from the Town Clerk’s budget to the General Fund $15,393 it would have paid the Deputy for the balance of this year – thus eliminating the position.
$5,000 of that amount is the direct payment it agreed to make, after insurance, toward the $100,000 settlement with Jennifer Choudy, who left Town employment July 3 as part of the agreement.
Read the entire article in the July 16th edition.
The Tug Cheyenne was built by Ira S. Bushey of Brooklyn in 1965 as the Glenwood for service on the NYS Canals. Like many canal tugs of her era, she was outfitted with a hydraulic pilot house that would raise for increased visibility, and lower to clear the bridges of the Canal System. In 1970, the boat was acquired by Spentonbush Towing and renamed Cheyenne. Also in the 70's, Amerada Hess bought the boat. Later, sold to Empire Harbor Marine which became "Albany Port Ventures."
In 2009, this single-screw, 1,800 hp tug was bought by Donjon Marine, one of the Roundup's long time sponsors.
Read the entire article in the July 16th edition.
When you hear the words Bocce Ball, one might typically think of the game they play in the backyard at a family party or any other social gathering. If you are ever interested in getting a bocce lesson, I suggest you call either Chris Shiffert or Tommy Izzo, considering they finished second in the U.S. National Bocce Tournament.
Read the entire article in the July 16th edition.
Stillwater July11th- Patrick Nelson, a Stillwater resident is running for councilmen of the Town of Stillwater for the democratic party. Nelson gave his address this past Saturday in hopes to inform people of his intentions if he were to win his seat as councilmen.
Read the entire article in the July 16th edition.
OPEN Every Wednesday from 9- 12:00 Noon
1ST Saturday of Each Month from 9-12:00 noon ($)
Thrift Shop at Christ United Methodist Church JOHNSONVILLE - Just off Rte. 67 in Johnsonville, NY, except on holidays. Most items are priced at $2.00 per bag.
Thursday, July 16th at 6:30 pm
Waterford Library Meeting
WATERFORD - The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2015 and 2016 events and fundraising activities in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square, Waterford, NY. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.
Saturday, July 18 from 4-8:00 pm
Chicken BBQ ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Victor Lodge of Schaghticoke on Route 67 on July 18. The menu will include 1/2 chicken, salads, baked beans, rolls and brownies. Members of the lodge are cooking and they will serve dinners from 4 until 6. Reservations are appreciated and they can be made by calling 753-0406
Saturday, July 18th at 1:00 pm
Genealogy and Local History
SCHUYLERVILLE - Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Susan Voso Lab, costume and textile historian, will help date “mystery photos” in family history collections by analyzing the clothing worn in the pictures. Those attending should bring photos an hour before the start of the regular meeting, if the photographs require scanning. Public is welcome. For information call 587-2978
Sunday, July 19th from 7:30-11 am
Breakfast ($)
SCHAGHTICOKE - Victor Lodge of Schaghticoke on Route 67. The menu will be pancakes, Belgian waffles, omelets, scrambled eggs, potatoes with and without onions, Knickerbocker soufflé, sausage, bacon, juice and coffee. Serving is from 7:30 to 11:00. The public is invited to enjoy a warm breakfast with good company.
Friday, July 24th from 6:30-8:00 pm
Family Fun Night
MECHANICVILLE - Everyone is invited to Highway Tabernacle's Backyard 235 Hudson Ave, Mechanicville Come and bring your favorite game (bocce, horseshoes, croquet, can-jam, ladder golf, etc.) Board games are also welcome. Basketball court on premises.
Saturday, July 25th 11:00 am
Smith Family Reunion
GANSEVOORT - Descendants of Margaret Hawley Smith, of Schaghticoke, at the Gansevoort Fire Department Hall, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort, NY. Table settings, meat and beverages will be provided. Bring a dish to pass and any photos, scrapbooks and special memories of Grandma Smith. Call Ken and Gerry Smith, Allee Wheeler or Raema Mitchell for information and directions.
Monday, July 27th 11:00 am
Memorial Service Korean War Luncheon to Follow
GLENS FALLS - The Korean War Veterans' Assoc., Adirondack Chapter 60, ,are asked to l meet at 11:00 a.m. at the Korean War Memorial in Crandall Park in Glens Falls. Ambrosia Restaurant just off Exit 19 of the Northway at noon. We will be ordering off the menu. Please phone reservations in to Patti and Gene Slavin at 793-2358 by July 25th.
Wednesday, July 29th at 6:00 pmSCHAGHTICOKE - The Hoosic Valley Booster club will be holding a Community Celebration honoring the New York State Class C Champion, Hoosic Valley Varsity Boys Baseball Team. Please join the team, coaches, friends, family and the Hoosic Valley Community in the Picnic Pavilion at Joe Bruno Stadium, 80 Vandenburg Avenue, Troy, New York 12180.
Visit the school website for the ticket order form, contact Bonnie Speanburg at 573-1852 or Don Espey Jr. at 225-0770 with questions.
Thursday, July 30th at 4:00 pm
Foster Parent Meeting
BALLSTON SPA – Services Building, 152 W. High St. Saratoga County is in need of foster homes for school-aged children and teenagers. Please contact Melissa Myers or Stacey McVaigh at 884-4157.
Saturday, August 1 from 12:00 – 4:00 pm
SARATOGA - Join us for a FREE Horse Farm For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County at 518-885-8995. The horse farms featured this year on the tour are: Avanti Stables, Howe Road Training Facility, Old Friends at Cabin Creek in the Town of Greenfield, McMahon of Saratoga Thoroughbreds in the Town of Saratoga, Traylor Stables in the Town of Malta, North Country Horses/ReRun a retraining and Thoroughbred adoption farm and Stonebridge Farm in Gansevoort. New this year Upstate Medical Equine a veterinary hospital in Schuylerville. Tour information can also be found at www.cceequine.com
Saturday September 12, 2015
Mechanicville Class of 1965 ($)
MECHANICVILLE - Fairways of Halfmoon...Mechanicville Class of 1965 50th Class reunion. Buffet, band, cash bar. Contact John DiVirgilio by August 15th at 466-3919.
July 19, 2015……. The Waterford Museum presents the “I Kissed Sal” Photo Booth on Sunday, July 19 at the Waterford Farmer’s Market from 9 am – 2 pm located at the Waterford Visitor’s Center. We will be welcoming over 500 riders from “Cycle the Erie Canal” who cycle 400 miles from Buffalo to Albany in eight days, taking in sights along the way. Everyone will have a chance to kiss “Sal the Mule” (a real live mule) and get their picture taken for a donation which will help support the Museum. Plus, you get a free photo magnet souvenir! Don’t miss your chance to kiss Sal the Mule and cheer on these riders and welcome them to the Home of the Erie Canal!
For more information call: (518) 238-0809.
ITHACA, NY (07/13/2015)(readMedia)-- Ithaca College congratulates the 1135 May 2015 graduates.
Brian Powell of Clifton Park (12065)
Jessica Deyoe of Clifton Park (12065)
John Prendergast of Clifton Park (12065)
Taylor Rao of Clifton Park (12065)
ITHACA, NY (07/13/2015)(readMedia)-- Ithaca College congratulates students named to Dean's List for the spring 2015 semester
Casey Kobylar of Clifton Park (12065)
Sierra Vorsheim of Clifton Park (12065)
Meryl Franzone of Clifton Park (12065)
Christina Tudor of Clifton Park (12065)
Hannah Trad of Clifton Park (12065)
Caitlin V Runyon of Clifton Park, NY
Michael Lawson of Clifton Park, NY
Angela Ferlo of Clifton Park, NY