The Express Newspaper – November 7, 2013
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Catherine M. (Brunick) LeClair – 73
MELSROSE - Catherine M. (Brunick) LeClair of Maple Lane passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at her residence with her loving family at her side. She was 73.
Funeral service will be conducted at 11am on Monday, November 4 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 173 Main Street, Schaghticoke. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Schaghticoke. Memorials may be made to the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County or to the American Lung Association in memory of Catherine LeClair. Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com
The Full Obituary will be in the Nov. 7th issue of the Express.
Delphia V. SantaBarbara – 91
MECHANICVILLE – Delphia V. SantaBarbara, 91 of Maple St., died Wednesday evening surrounded by her loving family. Born in Plainfield, NJ on February 4, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Mary Boumpane Croat.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, Nov 2nd at 9 AM at All Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville, with burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery. Calling hours at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville on Friday from 4-8 PM. Remembrances may be made to John Ahearn Rescue Squad or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in loving memory of Delphia V. SantaBarbara. Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.
Full Obituary Will Be In the Nov. 7 Issue of the Express.
Tragedy of Domestic Violence – By Sandy McBride
Nancy McCormack of Mechanicville and Tammy McCormack of Rotterdam became fast friends even before they married brothers Kevin and Keith McCormack and became family. As sisters-in-law, they grew even closer, sharing companionship, giggles and tears, good times and tough times as they each raised their families. Nancy has two sons, Dan and Ben, and Tammy had a son, Brad and two daughters, Marie and Jessica. Sadly, Keith passed away four years ago, on the very evening he was taking pictures of Jessica getting ready for her senior prom at Mohonasen High School.
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IDA Did Not Vote On Esplanade – By Harold Wessell
STILLWATER AND MECHANICVILLE, Oct. 22 and 24 – The Mechanicville-Stillwater Industrial Development Agency did not vote on a requested Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) plan for the re-crafted Esplanade project, following Public Hearings in the two municipalities. A meeting to do so was expect in the coming week.
Empire Warehousing Corp. estimates a project cost of approximately $55 million on 11.3 acres on North Main in the City, including ten percent within the Town of Stillwater, now returning to the IDA as a residential rather than mixed use project, with 294 apartments and a 50-seat café with community space totaling approximately 12,000 s.f. (of which the café would be 1,500 s.f). About 4.7 acres, or 42 percent are planned as green space.
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Area Students Awards and Achievements
Maegan Lipinski of Johnsonville Receives Scholarship at Clarkson University
POTSDAM, NY (10/30/2013)(readMedia)-- Maegan R. Lipinski of Johnsonville, N.Y., a senior majoring in mechanical engineering at Clarkson University, received the Deneka Family Endowed Scholarship during the 2013-2014 academic year.
The following students were recently awarded a degree from Binghamton University
BINGHAMTON, NY (10/18/2013)(readMedia)-- The following students were recently awarded a degree from Binghamton University.
Brian Douglas Davis from Mechanicville, NY, was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in Individual Major Program Humanities from the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences at Binghamton University.
Brian David Sorel from Clifton Park, NY, was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Environ Studies Ecosystems from the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences at Binghamton University.
Nicholas J. Campanella from Clifton Park, NY, was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Finance from the School of Management at Binghamton University.
Abigail Rose Purdy from Clifton Park, NY, was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing Baccalaureate from the Decker School of Nursing at Binghamton University.
Lauren Elisabeth Smith from Mechanicville, NY, was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Systems Engineering from the Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering at Binghamton University.
Patricia Mary Bullis from Stillwater, NY, was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in ElectricalEngineering SUNY IT from the Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering at Binghamton University.
More than 1,100 First-Time Full-Time Students attend SUNY Adirondack this fall
QUEENSBURY, NY (10/02/2013)(readMedia)-- SUNY Adirondack in Queensbury, NY, a comprehensive two-year community college and part of the State University of New York system, welcomed more than 1,100 first-time full-time students to its Bay Road and Wilton campuses this fall.
Christopher Akin of Johnsonville, NY
Abigail Caldwell of Clifton Park, NY
MaryFrances Chmielewski of Mechanicville, NY
Jake McCumber of Mechanicville, NY
Hannah Tironi of Mechanicville, NY
Jennifer Lachell of Waterford, NY Earns Second Team All-Conference for Empire 8
ROCHESTER, NY (09/26/2013)(readMedia)-- Junior Jennifer Lachell of Waterford, NY earned Second Team All-Conference for the third year in a row. Lachell paced the Golden Flyers with rounds of 87 and 92 for a 179 total, good for a tie for seventh place individually.
Nazareth's women's golf team rallied Sunday to take second place at the Empire 8 Conference Tournament played at Blue Heron Hills Country Club.
Lachell is a Marketing major at Nazareth College.
More than 900 First Time, Full-Time Students to attend SUNY Adirondack for Fall 2013
QUEENSBURY, NY (09/24/2013)(readMedia)-- SUNY Adirondack welcomed more than 900 first-time, full-time students to its Queensbury and Wilton campuses for the Fall 2013 semester.
Frank Acker, of Melrose, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Casey Bills, of Waterford, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Caitlin Ching, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Darbie Clegg, of Mechanicville, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Jennifer Collet, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Ryan Dickinson, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Adrienne Dinardi, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Kathryn Eads, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Michaela Farrell, of Mechanicville, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Leah Frosceno, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Brendon Gandron, of Mechanicville, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Joshua Garland, of Mechanicville, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Ashley Hayner, of Waterford, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Abigail Lee, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Scott Leonard, of Mechanicville, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Brittani Manny, of Stillwater, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Michelle Milo, of Mechanicville, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Jessie Murray-Peaslee, of Waterford, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Sara Pascale, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Justine Pascual, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Emily Smith, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Robert Stickney, of Stillwater, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Ami Thomas, of Clifton Park, NY, is attending SUNY Adirondack this fall.
Local Student Wins Award at Hamilton College Convocation
Clinton, N.Y. – Rachel V. Beamish, daughter of James and Teresa Beamish of Melrose, was awarded The Phi Beta Kappa Book Prize at Hamilton College’s annual Convocation, held on August 28. The Convocation ceremony officially marked the beginning of Hamilton’s 202nd academic year.
The Phi Beta Kappa Book Prizes were established by an alumnus and his wife to recognize and to encourage students who have completed their first year at Hamilton and are likely to become eventual candidates for election to Phi Beta Kappa. The prizes are awarded to the 10 students who have the highest grade point averages at the conclusion of their first year of study.
Beamish, a sophomore, is a graduate of Hoosic Valley Central School.
Hamilton College is a highly selective residential college offering its 1,800 students a rigorous liberal arts curriculum. Students are challenged to think, write and speak critically, creatively and analytically, so that upon graduation they may distinguish themselves in both their professions and their communities.
SUNY Oneonta Class of 2017
The SUNY Oneonta Class of 2017 is exceptionally talented and diverse, said Roger Sullivan, the college's associate vice president for enrollment management. The freshman class has an average high school grade-point average of 91 and an average combined math and critical reading SAT score of 1135. Acceptances of AALANA (African American, Latino, Asian and Native American) students were up 11.3% this year, and for the first time, AALANA students accounted for 1 in 5 new freshmen and transfer students.
The following local students have been admitted to SUNY Oneonta:
Gregory Chieco of Clifton Park, NY;
Thomas Dell'Anno of Clifton Park, NY;
Jessica Flood of Clifton Park, NY;
Kaitlin Gaug of Clifton Park, NY;
Kelli Gormley of Waterford, NY;
Candace Haskell of Schaghticoke, NY;
Siobhan Kennedy of Clifton Park, NY;
Nathan Laing of Waterford, NY;
Kathleen O'Gorman of Clifton Park, NY;
Jerome Pabulayan of Clifton Park, NY;
Brooke Retell of Mechanicville, NY;
Rachael Shine of Clifton Park, NY;
Emily Snyder of Clifton Park, NY;
Sarah Tucker of Clifton Park, NY;
Jamie Wiener of Clifton Park, NY;
Margaret Winslow of Clifton Park, NY;
Elizabeth Morris Named to Coker College Dean's List
HARTSVILLE, S.C. - (08/14/2013)(readMedia)-- Elizabeth Morris of Stillwater, N.Y., has been named to the Spring 2013 Dean's List at Coker College for earning a 3.75 or higher grade point average (on a 4.0 scale).
Siena College Announces May 2013 Graduates
LOUDONVILLE, NY (08/14/2013)(readMedia)-- The following local residents graduated from Siena College in May:
Jessica Bagley of Waterford, NY (12188) graduated with a bachelor's degree in marketing.
Kyle Brownell of Mechanicville, NY (12118) graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance.
John Bushell of Stillwater, NY (12170) graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in marketing.
Casey Chiusano of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a master's degree in accounting.
Stephen Ciulla of Mechanicville, NY (12118) graduated with a bachelor's degree in management.
Mitchel Clow of Waterford, NY (12188) graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in creative arts.
Brooke Connelly of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Justin Deitz of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in creative arts.
Tyler Derrick of Waterford, NY (12188) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Kyle Emigh of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in management.
Amanda Ferro of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in history.
Michael Figliomeni of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology.
Joel Franceski of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Paul Hilston of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in English.
Gregory Hitchko of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance.
Malia Hoefer of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Kayla Hutchinson of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology.
Elizabeth Ives of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in English.
Jennifer Kreitsek of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in English.
Anthony Luca of Stillwater, NY (12170) graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in biochemsitry.
Christi Martin of Mechanicville, NY (12118) graduated with a master's degree in accounting.
Emily Mastrianni of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a master's degree in accounting.
Joseph Miner of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in management.
Sarah Mohamed of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Michael Murphy of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in chemistry.
Dennis Newhart of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology.
Matthew Rogers of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a master's degree in accounting.
James Saddlemire of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in finance.
Elizabeth Schlegel of Mechanicville, NY (12118) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Sarika Sharma of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated with a bachelor's degree in biology.
Jessica Tedesco of Clifton Park, NY (12065) graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in history education.
Cullen Vumbaco of Mechanicville, NY (12118) graduated with a bachelor's degree in history.
Jeffrey Yattaw of Waterford, NY (12188) graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
Andrew Zurlo of Stillwater, NY (12170) graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance.
H.O.P.E. Pets for Adoption
H.O.P.E. ANIMAL RESCUE
P.O. Box 2497 Wilton, NY 12831
(518) 428-2994
Info@HopeAnimalRescue.org
Janice and her kitten were found in an abandoned building and were brought to HOPE so that they would have a chance of finding real, loving homes. Janice is a sweet, petite girl who, at around 7 years old, qualifies for our senior to senior program. She is quite but definitely enjoys being petted, talked to, and keeping you company.
Janice tolerates being held and seems like a rather self-sufficient little girl! She is big into toys and loves to play. When Janice is feeling stressed, she can swipe out with her paw or growl, which is why we feel a calm, adult-only home would be best for her.
Joanne is a spunky, lively two-year old cat. She is one of the cats that rules the roost. Joanne must know what is going on in her home at all times. She loves to snuggle and play with her owners. Joanne is good with other cats and dogs as well.
For more information, please contact her foster mother, Karla, at redefinedesign@excite.com
Visit H.O.P.E. online @ www.hopeanimalrescue.org to see more adoptable pets, event calendar and volunteer opportunities! Call us @ 518.428.2994
Mrs. Sheila A. Hughes – 77
REXFORD, NY - Mrs. Sheila A. Hughes, 77, of Coburg Village, and Syracuse area resident for most of her life, died unexpectedly, Sunday, Oct. 27th at her new, two month residence, of natural causes. She lived on Altair Course in Liverpool for many years.
Sheila’s family invites all to a Memorial Service to be held at 1 PM on Friday, Nov. 1st at St. Matthew’s Church, 904 Vine St., Liverpool. Interment in Onondaga Valley Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to the American Heart Assoc., in fond and respectful memory of Sheila A. Hughes.
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Francis A. “Frank” Galerie – 81
MECHANICVILLE - Francis A. “Frank” Galerie, 81 died peacefully at home Sunday morning, Oct 27th, surrounded by his beloved family following a courageous battle with cancer.
Calling hours will be held at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 29 from 4-7 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday October 30th at Noon at All-Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St, Mechanicville, followed by a burial with military honors at the Saratoga National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society and American Diabetes Association, in fond and respectful memory of Frank A. Galerie.
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Saratoga Co. Animal Shelter – Pets for Adoption
Saratoga County Animal Shelter
6010 County Farm Rd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 885-4113
Tasha, DSH, SF
Calico Tiger, 2yrs old
Good with everything
Not declawed, Indoor only
Very Sweet girl. Surrendered because the other cat in the house did not like her.
Pebbles, DSH, SF
Stray, Indoor only, 2yrs old
Was kept in house prior to surrender.
Good with kids,cats. Dogs unknown
Baby,DSH,SF
Bobtail, Indoor only
Very loving girl. Loves to sit on your shoulder. Would not be good for older person as she loves to brush against your legs. Older kids as she can get over stimulated. She is very smart.
Gus,DSH, NM
Found as stray.
Very handsom boy, loving and playfull