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Sherman’s March to the Sea – By S. McBride

Union forces under General William Tecumseh Sherman had taken Atlanta in the early days of September, 1864, but the defending Confederate Army of Tennessee under General John Bell Hood hadn’t gone far.  They encamped south of the captured city while Hood made plans to lure Sherman away from Atlanta and into battle in the field.  Indeed, President Jefferson Davis had told cheering crowds in Georgia and South Carolina that “I see no chance for Sherman to escape from a defeat or a disgraceful retreat”.

Read the entire article in the Nov. 20th edition of the Express.

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Saratoga County Board Updates – By H. Wessell

BALLSTON SPA. November - The following agenda items anticipating passage at the County Board of Supervisors November business, November 18, include a new substation of the Sheriff's Department.   - Authorizing a lease of space negotiated by the Town of Wilton and the Wilton Mall, for a 920-square foot Sheriff's Department substation, for five years with an option of renewal for five. (He quipped, "The rent, good job Sheriff, is a dollar a year, so we're happy with that.")

Read the entire article in the Nov. 20th issue of the Express.

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Rooney Signs Letter of Intent

SCHAGHTICOKE NOVEMBER 14- At study hall on Wednesday morning, John Rooney signed his Letter of Intent to attend Division I Hofstra University next year. He was not alone when he signed the Letter. Friends, coaches, teammates, teachers and family were with him. Rooney will play baseball for Hofstra starting in the spring of 2016.

Read the entire article in the Nov. 20th issue of the Express.

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SACC Board Accepting Applicants – By J. Dugan

The Stillwater Area Community Center is seeking applications for open positions within its board. The all-volunteer board oversees SACC’s daily operations and each board member brings his or her unique skills and talents to the table. All interested parties should submit a letter of interest and resume no later than November 28. Elections will take place on December 11 from 5pm to 7pm.

Read the entire article in the Nov. 20th edition of the Express.

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2nd Annual Radiant Peace Tree Lighting to be Held in Schaghticoke – By C. Barton

Schaghticoke-The Radiant Peace Memorial Tree lighting ceremony offers the opportunity to “remember those who can’t be with us this holiday season.” The title “Radiant Peace” best describes the sentiment behind the event that was held for the first time in 2013. This year there is 53 trees that will be simultaneously lit on Saturday November 29th at the Schaghticoke Town Hall.

Read the entire article in the Nov. 20th issue of the Express.

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The Express Newspaper – November 20, 2014