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Civil War and Christmas – by Sandy McBride

1863 had been a hard year in the War Between the States.  Men had fought and died in places the names of which will never be forgotten . . . Vicksburg, Gettysburg, Chancellorsville, Brandy Station, Chickamauga, Chattanooga.  The tide of war throughout the bloody year had ebbed and flowed both ways, yet neither side seemed willing to give it up.

In the final days of November, General George Gordon Meade, commander of the Union’s Army of the Potomac, which had been victorious at Gettysburg, would have one more crack at the seemingly indomitable General Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia.  But as the two sides faced off along the Rapidan River in Virginia, Meade’s advance stalled, giving Lee time to prepare his defenses.  After skirmishes in the area around Mine Run at New Hope Church and Payne’s Farm, Meade thought better of it all. On December 2 he pulled back his forces before the skirmishes could lead to yet another full-scale bloodbath.  The fall campaign would come to an end without another devastating round of casualties.

The entire article is in the Dec. 19th issue of the Express.

 

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New Director at SACC- by Jennifer Dugan

The Stillwater Area Community Center welcomes a new face to the family, as Lorna Papke Dupouy steps in as its new Executive Director. Dupouy took over the reins in November after the position was vacated by previous director, Madeline Patterson. Dupouy brings with her a unique passion for the position, one based on her desire to see SACC grow into the best community center in the United States.

Dupouy says she has high hopes for the Center as it moves forward under her leadership. “I have several goals, with the first being to make this community center the best center in the United States of America.  Stillwater certainly has the right people and enough dedicated community members willing to volunteer to make this a reality

The entire article is in the Dec. 19th issue of the Express.

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Coasters for Hope – by Tom Mahoney

MECHANICVILLE DECEMBER 12-  Suzanne Lyall, a Univerity of Albany student, has been missing since 1998. Her parents have not given up hope. they have tried to get the word out about Suzanne and other missing children. The Lyalls were instrumental in putting the faces and names of missing children on the playing cards distributed in the NYS prison system. Their hope was that a prisoner might recognize one of the missing children.

The entire article is in the Dec. 19 issue of the Express.

 

 

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H.O.P.E Pets for Adoption

imageRed is a very handsome and well-mannered Bloodhound. He is a fit 'n trim 90 pounds and is believed to be 3-5 years old. Red is neutered, up to date on his shots, and micro-chipped. Red's foster was told by his previous owner that Red was trained in Search & Rescue. He knows all of the standard commands and likely others related to S&R. He seems to get along with everyone: people/kids, cats, and other dogs.

Red is available for adoption or for foster (his current foster home is 1 hour away from us, which makes it harder to get him to adoption events).

 

 

 

 

 

image-1Gus is an 8-year old Border Collie mix who is neutered and up to date on his shots. He is a smart, active dog who would love someone to run or hike with. Gus loves to be with his owners the most. He enjoys going for long walks, hiking, and playing fetch with any type of ball. He is a very loyal and protective dog who is under voice command. He loves to herd his family while running off his leash. He enjoys playing fetch and learns very quickly. He understands the words- come, sit, stay, wait, down, bed, and outside.  After a long active day, Gus will curl up next to you at night; he loves taking naps by the fire. He will also put himself to bed if he gets too tired! He sleeps on either a dog bed, human bed, or by the bedroom door and loves to sleep in!

Gus is good with other dogs and would do best in a home without young children.

 

 

image-2Sam is as friendly as he is fluffy (and he is VERY fluffy), is neutered, and up to date on his shots. This 8-year old handsome Maine Coon mix is a charming, well-mannered companion who loves headbutts and being scratched under the chin; in return, he will gently lick your hand. He is very active, clean, and a purr machine. Sam will warm your heart and your home!

 

 

image-3Marcy is a 3-year old, gray long-haired spayed female who is up to date on her shots. Marcy is small for her age, causing many to consider her a kitten. She gets along with everybody and can fits in any environment. Marcy has a very small tail that seems to be only half as long as it should be. She loves attention and will just curl up in your lap and hang out with you. For the last few years, Marcy had been living outside in an abandoned barn with a colony of other cats. She welcomed the chance to come inside and be fed and cared for by her foster family. Please give Miss Marcy the great life she deserves.

 

Visit H.O.P.E. online at www.hopeanimalrescue.org for more adoptable pets, adoption clinics and volunteer opportunities! Call us @ 518.428.2994.

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

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Robert W. Carknard – 84

VALLEY FALLS –  Robert W. Carknard, 84, of Charles St., died Wednesday at St. Mary’s Hospital, Troy after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.  Born in Valley Falls, January 29, 1929, he was the son of the late Irving “Reed” and Lorraine Jones Carknard.

A Funeral Service will be held at Noon on Monday, Dec. 16th at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So Main St., Mechanicville 12118 with burial to follow at the Saratoga National Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday at the funeral home from 2-5PM. In lieu of flowers, Robert’s family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 507 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 in respectful memory of Robert W. Carknard.  Please visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

The full obituary will be in the Dec. 19th issue of the Express.

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H.O.P.E Pets for Adoption

imageTiger Lilly is a gentle, 7-year old, 15-pound Italian (mini) Greyhound mix, who will make some family a wonderful pet. She has the coloring and body type of a baby deer! She's vaccinated, spayed and is ready for adoption. If you are a senior citizen, the adoption fee will be waived through our senior to senior program!

For more information, please call Linda @ 518.383.3115

 

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Tippy is a neutered 4-month old male who is up to date on all his shots. He has the coolest coat: he looks black until you look closely and see that he is a black tiger! Tippy is a shy, but friendly, little guy. He is happy to cuddle in your lap and loves belly rubs. Tippy's foster reports that he purrs and plays a lot! He was found living in a parking lot with his Mum and 2 siblings (see adoptable HOPE cat Mum).
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Joanne is a spunky, lively two-year old cat. She is one of the cats that rules the roost. Joanne must know what's going on in her home at all times. She loves to snuggle and play! Joanne is good with other cats and dogs as well. For more information, please contact her foster mother, Karla, at redefinedesign@excite.com.

To fill out online Adoption Applications, volunteer or see other adoptable pets, visit www.hopeanimalrescue.org. For low cost spay/neuter appointments, call Jeanette @518.248.0355

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

 

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Mechanicville High School Variety Show – By Sandy McBride

The Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School Drama Club does it all. They are aspiring writers. They choreograph their own dances. They sing, they play guitar, they do monologues and pratfalls. They are adept at improv. They can operate lights, sound systems, set up a stage. They run a snack bar, sell raffle tickets, and greet guests. If it needs to be done, they get it done.

The entire article is in the Dec. 12 issue of the Express.