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Richard A. Marinello – 64

MECHANICVILLE - Richard A. Marinello passed away Monday, August 25, 2014 at his home. He was 64.

In addition to his mother Josephine, Richard is survived by his two uncles, Daniel and Paul Marinello; one aunt, Esther Laurenzo and her husband Abe and many cousins.

In respect to Richard's wishes, there will be no calling hours or services.

Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway 9584-5373), Saratoga Springs, NY.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

 

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Thousands Attend 2014 Tugboat Roundup – by M. LeMay

WATERFORD- Friday September 5th was the kickoff of the fifteenth annual Waterford Tugboat Round-Up. Twenty plus tugs of every shape and size made their way up the Mohawk River. The visitors cheered on the tugs, owners and passengers before they docked along the Erie Canal near the Waterford Visitors Center.

   Friday evening started the three-day festivities filled with vendors set up along the Erie Canal. There was something for everyone; fun & games for the kids, pony rides, petty zoo, plenty of food choices provided by many local non for profit organizations, music and vendors selling things from handmade crafts to pocketbooks. An added bonus this year up on Lock 2 was a boat show sponsored by The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County, exhibitors where Anderson Boats, Smith Boys & Mohawk Valley Marine.

Read the entire article plus photos in the Sept. 11th Express.

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Sheridan in the Shenandoah Valley – by S. McBride

General Philip Sheridan had his orders.

  “Give the enemy no rest.  Do all the damage to railroads and crops you can.  Carry off stock of all descriptions, and negroes, so as to prevent further planting.  If the war is to last another year, we want the Shenandoah Valley to remain a barren waste”.

   With these words, Union Commanding General Ulysses S. Grant made it very clear to Sheridan, recently appointed commander of the Army of the Shenandoah, that he expected the bounty of the fertile and productive Shenandoah Valley in Virginia to be destroyed, depriving the Confederate armies defending Richmond and Petersburg of food supplies and livestock.  Grant was determined to bring the American Civil War to an end by whatever means it took.

Read the entire article in the Sept. 11th issue of the Express.

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Town & Village Still at Odds Over GE $ – by H. Wessell

STILLWATER AUGUST 21- In public comment, Village of Stillwater Trustee and Deputy Mayor John Basile, who is a negotiator along with Deputy Town Supervisor John Murray in discussions of the recent GE settlement, mentioned that the first payment by Village on the US Department of Agriculture issued loan of $85,000 is coming due. Without agreement on how to distribute the funds between the Town and the Village, he said water bills will cost EDU water rent for each of the users in the Village, which amounts to $110, paid twice yearly.

Read the entire article in the Sept. 11th issue of the Express.

 

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Common Core Mechanicville School Board – by H. Wessell

MECHANICVILLE, STILLWATER, WATERFORD, August 31ñ
Three area superintendents of schools with very different histories had similar thoughts on how Common Core is doing in its second year, in their districts.

Dr. Stanley Maziejka has been Superintendent of the Stillwater Central School district for eight years, and with his previous eight years leading the Fort Edward district is currently the senior superintendent in the entire capital region.

Read the entire article in the Sept. 11th issue of the Express.

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The Express Newspaper – September 11, 2014

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H.O.P.E Pets for Adoption

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Mercy is an 8-year old spayed female who is a Lab/Border Collie mix. She's very sweet and gentle and is good with older children and adults. Mercy is good with healthy dogs (proper meet and greet required), is crate-trained and house broken. Mercy is up to date on her shots and is microchipped. As Mercy is a Senior, the Adoption Fee is WAIVED for any persons 65 years of age or older who adopts her!

For more information, please call us @ 518-424-2878

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Suzy is an 8-year old spayed female Poodle who is up to date on her shots and microchipped. She would do best in a calm, quiet home with no children. Suzy is housebroken and good with dogs. She's eligible for our Senior to Senior program (Adoption Fee is WAIVED for any persons 65 years of age or older).

For more information, please call us @ 518-424-2878

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Joanne is a spunky, lively three-year old. She rules the roost, confident and unflappable; she's a true alpha cat. Joanne must know what is going on in her home at all times— you will often find her perched up high checking that everyone, including the humans, are ok. She loves to snuggle and play with her foster family — and a little ear scratching will make her day. Check out her adorable extra toes and striking golden eyes. Joanne is good with other cats and dogs (4 of them are currently under her supervision). If you need some order in your household, Joanne might be just the gal to help out.
Joanne is spayed, up to date on all her vaccinations and has tested negative for FIV and Feline Leukemia

For more information, please contact her foster mother, Karla, at redefinedesign1999@gmail.com

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Margo is a super sweet petite 2-year old girl. Margo is an excellent and entertaining hunter making sure the house is completely bug free; jumping in mid-air to catch flies is one of her specialties. Margo is playful, gets along with all the other cats in the house and is friendly and lovable. She likes to sleep on the bed, loves to be petted and is sure to thank you with lots of purring. Margo has an unusual medium length tiger coat with some orange "highlights" and a beautiful black fluffy tail. Margo has had one litter of kittens and was a really great mom, but is now spayed (check out her cute babies Celia, Dodie and Benson) and looking forward to relaxing in her new furever home.

Margo is spayed, current on her vaccinations and negative for FIV and Feline Leukemia.

*For more adoptable pets, low cost spay/neuter appointments & our event calendar, visitwww.hopeanimalrescue.org!

"Let Them Know There Is H.O.P.E."

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Stillwater Senior Time – Friday Sept. 26th

Stillwater Senior Time will be held on Friday, September 26th at The Stillwater Area Community Center from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM.  Please join us for a fun-filled afternoon of activiites to include BINGO, a light lunch (bring a sandwich) a side will be served along with beverages and yummy desserts and our craft of the month.  This month we will be making a Fall Fabric Wreath. We hope you all had a wonderful summer and look forward to seeing you on Sept. 26th.  Call Judy at 664-2008 if you have any questions.(Senior Time will be held in the room next to the Historians office.  Please use the main entrance.)  This program is sponsored by The Village of Stillwaer.