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Rotary Recognizes “Service Above Self”

Mechanicville Rotary Recognizes Community Volunteers.

MECHANICVILLE MARCH 5- The Mechanicville Rotary Club recognized the officers and committee volunteers of the Mechanicville-Stillwater Breast Cancer Walk during their 3rd Outstanding Volunteer Service Award ceremony held at the Arts Center on the Hudson.  Matthew Hosek, Rotary Club President, said the award is presented to non- Rotarians to recognize their efforts to improve the quality of life in our community.

MSBCW officers, Catherine Lynch - President, Amy Pickett - Vice President, Joyce DiVirgilio Treasurer, and Sharon Clements – Secretary, organize several fund raising activities, including the walk in October, to raise awareness of the disease and the importance of regular checkups.  Over the past 5 years, they have raised more than $200,000 for cancer research and assisting families battling the disease.

Hosek praised the entire committee for their hard work and willingness to jump in and do whatever was necessary to make the Walk an annual success. The Rotary motto, “Service Above Self”, is clearly demonstrated by the actions of these extraordinary individuals and we all hope to see the day when their goal, “when the big C stands for cure, not cancer,” becomes a reality! 

Full article in the March 13 issue of the Express.

 

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Residents Concerned: E. Pittstown FD – by Christine Barton

Pittstown- On March 4th residents from the Town of Pittstown gathered at a public forum to hear information relating to a proposal that the East Pittstown Fire Department will be putting forward in a referendum. The fire department has contracted with Hueber-Breuer Construction company to look into the costs associated with purchasing the now vacant Parker School for the purpose of moving the fire departments operations to that location and selling the existing fire department and vacant lot to offset the cost.

The cost of the proposed referendum is estimated to be up to 2.2 million dollars. “Legally the district cannot spend over 2.2 million on this project,” says Sean Foran, Project Manager, Hueber-Breuer.  The existing firehouse is reported to have several ongoing space and safety issues. A similar referendum failed in the past at a proposed 1.2 or 1.3 million.

Full article in the March 13th issue of the Express.

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Mechanicville School Bomb Threats – by Harold Wessell

HALFMOON – Feb.26 and 27 – Investigation continues of  two incidents at the Mechanicville Junior-Senior High School facility, on two consecutive days.
As follows later in this article,  Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael McCarthy in a conversation with this writer offered a look into how school authorities deal with such incidents.
In one case, according to statements from school authorities and the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department,  on Wednesday afternoon the 26th an apparent written bomb threat was found in a   girls'  bathroom at the high school. After the 12:45 PM discovery and immediate notification of the  Sheriff's Office, the "shelter in place" procedure was put in force – with students remaining in their rooms.

Full article in the March 13th issue of the Express.

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This Month in the Civil War; Grant Takes Charge – by Sandy McBride

Through the winter of 1864, after the stalemate at Mine Run in December, the Union’s Army of the Potomac and the Confederacy’s Army of Northern Virginia hunkered down in winter camp on opposite sides of the Rapidan River in Virginia.  A Federal move on Florida had met with failure in February, as had a cavalry raid on Richmond.  A campaign to traverse the Red River in Louisiana to cut off the flow of arms and goods from Europe to the Confederacy by way of Texas was getting off to a slow start, and an attempt by General William Tecumseh Sherman to link up with General William Sooy Smith and march troops from Meridian, Mississippi to Selma, Alabama had met with failure when Smith’s men were defeated by Nathan Bedford Forrest’s cavalry in an engagement at Okolona.  Sherman burned the city of Meridian and returned to Vicksburg.

 

Full article in the March 13th edition of the Express.

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Saratoga Growing Drug Problem – by Harold Wessell

ALBANY AND BALLSTON SPA, March 7 – “Heroin was big back in the ‘60s, but it’s making a comeback because of these prescription pills,” says the Sheriff’s officer who has assumed leadership of his department’s narcotics division. “People are getting hooked on the opiates.”
He – who sill be referred to here as simply “the chief” for obvious reasons, tells how confidential informants ring his and he partners’ cell phones at any time of day or night, during some dozen years he has worked only in narcotics investigation and enforcement.

Full Article in the March 13th issue of the Express.

 

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Marie Michele Falco – 75

MECHANICVILLE – Marie Michele Falco, 75, of Ellsworth Ave., died Monday, March 10th, at St. Mary’s Hospital,Troy, after an extended illness.

A native and lifelong resident of Mechanicville, born August 13th, 1938, daughter of the late Angelo and Margaret Ricci Michele, Marie worked for most of her life at her family’s former business, Michele’s Grocery and Deli on No.Main and Saratoga Ave, in the city.

In recent years, Marie assisted her son’s business, Faldoni’s Delicatessen of Mechanicville, making their popular rice pies during Easter season.

She loved traveling, making stops at casinos and the local racino, but her most treasured time was spent with her family, especially her grand and great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Philip “Buzz” Falco, who died in 2002, her son Wayne M. Falco in 1982 and her brother Pasquale “Pat” Michele in 1995.

Survivors include her four children: Michele and Mike Holmes, Robert and Meg Falco, Diane ( Michael Scavuzzo) Alderman and John and Tressy Falco.  Grandchildren: Margaret and John Wortz, Marie (Brandon Coreno) Holmes, Robbie, Nicky and Jenna Falco, Derek (Kristen) and Ian (Jessica) Thomas, Rev. Thomas Pettigrew and Katherine (Howard Moyer) Pettigrew, along with great grandchildren: Mackenzie, Hailey, Liliana, Sofia, Eva, Cameron and Jack.

A Funeral Service will be held  Wednesday evening at 7 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.

Burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice in loving memory of Marie Michele Falco.

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

 

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James A. Gilchrist – 65

MALTA - James A. Gilchrist, more commonly known as “Jimmy”, passed away March 7, 2014 at Saratoga Hospital. He was 65.

Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7pm Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway (584-5373).

Graveside services with military honors will be 1pm Thursday, March 13, 2014 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road.  Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Full Obituary will be in the March 13th issue of the Express

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Adirondack Save-A-Stray Pets for Adoption

LanierLanier - Terrier mix, sweet, up to date on shots, vet checked and dewormed. Lanier is a real lover boy he is about 1.5 years old and ready for his forever home.
Brittany baby Billie Brittany baby EmieBittany's pups - Emie, Flint and Billy. These babies are about 9 -10 weeks old shepherd mixes, up to date on shots, vet checked and de-wormed. They are going to be beauties when they grow up. They would love to find a family to call their own.

Adirondack Save A Stray
4880 New York 9N, Corinth, NY 12822
(518) 654-6220
11am - 6pm • adirondacksaveastray@yahoo.com

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H.O.P.E. Pets for Adoption

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Calvin is 5-year old St.Bernard/Bloodhound mix who is a very happy and playful boy! He's good with both dogs and cats and is housebroken. Because of his large size (120+ lbs), it is best that he not go to a home with small children. For more information, call 518.424.2878.

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Seymour is a 3 yr. old scruffy looking fellow with a heart of gold. He is neutered and simply lives to be near you and follow you around. He has "cauliflower" ears following a bad ear infection. Severe scratching caused blood to harden between the cartilage of his ears and they are permanently hard and curled. Seymour was brought to HOPE in a trap as part of a feral colony. It was apparent that he was a lost pet since he was already neutered and was extremely friendly and hungry for affection. He has turned into a wonderful house cat who loves to eat and play and be petted. He lives with several cats but we are unsure how he is with dogs.
Visit www.hopeanimalrescue.org for more adoptable pets, low cost spay/neuter appointments & exciting fundraisers! Volunteers welcome!
Call us @ 518.428.2994
"Let Them Know There Is H.O.P.E."