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Malta Approves GloFo Changes

By Harold Wessell

MALTA AND STILLWATER, August 20 – Longtime Malta Supervisor David Meager touted his Town so often as "The Center of the Universe," that the subtitle became common parlance. If he were in office today, he might well be laying claim to the End of the Rainbow as well, for his Town and its co-host to the Luther Forest Technology Campus, the Town of Stillwater.

The Malta board on Monday approved a potential major turning point in the fortunes of GlobalFoundries – and of the Towns – granting zoning amendments to the company that clear the way for a Fab 8.2 – whose physical size... including clean room almost twice the seize... price tag size, at $14.7 billion.. and expected boost to employment at the tech campus would easily eclipse that generated by Fab 8.1 – sending employment soaring to about 6,700 by 2020.

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Arthur M. Carney – 93

MECHANICVILLE – Arthur M. Carney, 93, of No. Main St., died Sunday morning, August 18, at Samaritan Hospital, Troy.

A native and lifelong resident of Mechanicville, born April 28, 1920, son of the late William and Mary Ryan Carney, he was a 1937 graduate of Mechanicville High School and graduated from Albany Business College.

During WWII, Art enlisted in the US Navy serving aboard ships in the North Atlantic.

After military service, Art began a 43 years career with the Boston and Maine Railroad, as a dispatcher and clerk. Art also worked a number of years at Saratoga Harness.

He and his late wife Betty enjoyed spending winters in Florida beginning in 1981.

He loved camping at Lake George, vegetable gardening, and puttering around his home.

A member of American Legion Post 91, Mechanicville and a communicant of Assumption-St. Paul Church.

Art’s wife Elizabeth Morrissey Carney died May 10, 2010. He was also predeceased by his brother Edward Carney.

Survivors include his children: sons Michael (Anita) Carney of Bradenton, Fla, James “Chas” Carney, Joseph (Janet) Carney and Robert (Flo) Carney all of Mechanicville and

Daughter Marybeth (Brian) Sankel of Clifton Park.  Grandchildren: Renee, Jennifer, Chris, Danielle, Kelly Anne, Mark, Courtnee, Bob, Joe, Steven and Kevin, along with 14 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 11 AM at All Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville.  Burial with military honors at Saratoga National Cemetery.

Calling hours at the No. Main St. Church on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to either the Northeastern NY Assoc. of the Blind or the American Heart Assoc., in memory of Arthur M. Carney.

www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

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NEW YORK STATE’S STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OFFERS HUNDREDS OF INTERNSHIPS

Students Encouraged to Apply to Meet Fall Deadline @ nysinternships.com
Civil Service Commissioner Jerry Boone announced today that New York State has hundreds of internships available, and reminded college students to apply for Fall semester internships before the application deadline on September 3, 2013.

New York State created a one-stop website - www.nysinternships.com - that allows students to view and apply for internship opportunities across an array of state agencies both downstate and upstate.

The website is one component of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s New New York Leaders initiative, which is focused on attracting new talent to state government through both a fellowship program and an internship program.  With the internship website, applicants can view job descriptions, create profiles, specify interests, and upload resumes, writing samples and letters of recommendation.  Students can apply for multiple internships at the same time.

“The internship program is designed to attract and mentor a new generation of talented leaders for New York State,” said Governor Andrew M. Cuomo.  “I continue to encourage talented college students to consider devoting time to public service while acquiring valuable skills and marketable work experience.”

“New York State continues to offer a wide variety of opportunities across numerous professional occupations,” said Civil Service Commissioner Jerry Boone.  “Governor Cuomo’s internship program offers opportunities for hands on experience in finance, engineering, public relations, information technology and health care, as well as a host of other professional disciplines.”

The program is open to resident graduate and undergraduate students as well as students who attend schools in other states, but reside in New York.  Opportunities include both paid and unpaid positions.  Internships may include academic credit depending on the policy of the educational institution.

To apply, visit nysinternships.com.

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Kenneth D. Patenaude – 89

STILLWATER- Kenneth D. Patenaude, 89, longtime resident of Hudson Ave., died Saturday, August 17th at home, after being stricken.

Born in Mechanicville, Sept. 21, 1923, son of the late William and Florence Patenaude, Ken enlisted in the US Navy during WWII, serving aboard the USS Upham APD-99, in the Atlantic Theater and Mediterranean Sea.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years Louise Gaudette Patenaude, daughter Deborah (Bob Hagadorn) Patenaude, son Kenneth R. (Phyllis) Patenaude and granddaughter Rebecca Patenaude all of Stillwater, sister Doris Petronis of Mechanicville and brother Earl Patenaude of Cal., along with many nieces, nephews and their families.

Ken was also predeceased by sisters Lydia DeLaRosa, Evelyn Bolton, Connie Rush and brothers Lionel, LeRoy, Wilford and Arnold Patenaude.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 11:30 AM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.  Burial with military honors at Saratoga NationalCemetery.

Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4-8 PM.

Remembrances may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, in memory of Kenneth D. Patenaude.

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Gail F. Martin – 73

MELROSE - Gail F. Martin of Maple Lane passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at the Samaritan Hospital in Troy with her family at her side. She was 73.

Born on March 9, 1940, daughter of the late Raymond George and Florence Elizabeth (Nellis) Lester. She is the wife of Thomas A. Martin whom she married on March 22, 1958.

Gail worked as a medical records clerk for the Eddy Visiting Nurses in Troy. She enjoyed the Saturday Night Troy Lanes Bowling Club and in earlier years she and Tom loved riding motorcycles. Gail also loved horses.

Survivors in addition to her husband Thomas include her children, Debi (Jeff) Dingman of Greenwich, Cheri (Joseph) Blais of Alamogordo, NM, Wayne and Sherry Martin of Schaghticoke and Kimberly (Gregory) Bruck of Nashville, TN., her siblings Eleanor Gambelli and Joyce (Bud) Bessette both of Watervliet as well as her brother in law Francis Martin and sister in law Jane Martin and her 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild and several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her sister Jeanne Wunderlich and brother George Lester.

Relatives and friends may call from 9-11am on Wednesday, August 21 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 173 Main Street with burial to follow in Elmwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers kindly consider donations to the American Diabetes Association,1701 N. Beauregard St. Aleandria, VA 22311 in loving memory of Gail.

Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com

 

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Mrs. Kathleen M. Raylinsky – 86

MECHANICVILLE - Mrs. Kathleen M. Raylinsky, 86, of Raylinsky Lane, died Monday, August 12th, at her home, after an extended illness.

A native of Mechanicville, born December 1, 1926, she was daughter of the late Albert and Florence Gronczniak Limburg Roberts.

Survivors include her daughter Carol A. Giacchetta and husband Michael of Naples, Fla., grandson Brian Giacchetta of Wilton, grandchildren Brian and Brooke Giacchetta, her sister Louise Mormile of Stillwater, sister-in-law Hedwig (Edward) Russell of Mechanicville, along with nieces, nephews and their families.

Kathleen's family thanks nurses of Hospice and Marilyn Mahoney, her personal care giver, for their efforts in keeping Kathleen in the comfort of her home.

A Memorial service will be held on Monday, August 19th at 2 PM at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 So. Main St., Mechanicville.

Burial in St. Paul's Cemetery.

Calling hours at the Funeral Home on Monday from 1-2 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, 12866, in memory of Kathleen M. Raylinsky.

www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

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Roger Brackett Vickery – 72

SCHAGHTICOKE - Roger Brackett Vickery of S. Linden Street passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2013 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. He was 72.

Born in North Adams, MA on February 17, 1941, son of the late Charles and Eva Adelaide (Holt) Vickery. He is the husband of Yvonne (LaRock) Vickery whom he married on November 5, 1989.

Roger attended Hoosic Valley Central Schools and was proud of his service with the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a supervisor for General Motors in Freemont, CA and locally he worked at Deer Run Campgrounds until it was sold and he continued on to work for Douglas R. Dyer and Son Construction Co. He was a past member of the Elks Lodge #1403 and member of the American Legion Post 731, Schaghticoke. Roger was an avid hunter and loved being outdoors.

Survivors in addition to his wife Yvonne include his sisters, Dona (Earl) McLaughlin of Plymouth, MA and Jacklyn Dyer of Melrose, his brother Robert Vickery of Stillwater and his children Roger Vickery, Paula Abrain, Robert Vickery and Catherine Schollard all of MA, sister-in-laws Norma Vickery and Mildred Vickery both of Mechanicville as well as 7 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He is predeceased by his brother Charles Edward Vickery and his twin brother John Vickery.

Relatives and friends may call from 10-11am on Monday, August 19 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 319 Park Avenue, Mechanicville. Funeral service will be conducted in the funeral home at 11am. Interment will follow in the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery with military honors.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Liver Foundation 39 Broadway, Suite 2700 New York, New York 10006 in memory of Roger.

Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com

 

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Kate Hewitt & John Reynolds: A Civil War Love Story

By Sandy McBride

John Fulton Reynolds was a career soldier.  He was a West Point graduate, an experienced commander who so impressed President Abraham Lincoln with his ability as a military man that the president offered him command of the Army of the Potomac as it pursued General Robert E. Lee and his Confederate Army of Virginia on their northward move in June of 1863.  Because Lincoln would not assure him there would be no political interference with the job, Reynolds politely declined and remained in the field.  He was well-respected, a much-loved leader of men and married to his job.  There was no time for romance . . . or so his family, friends and comrades-in-arms thought.

They would learn otherwise.

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