The Express Newspaper – July 18, 2013
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Town of Stillwater Working on Disaster Preparations – By Tom Rinaldi, Chairman
The Town of Stillwater has an Emergency Management Planning Committee that has been meeting for 8 years. The committee represents both the Town and the Village in addressing planning issues in the event of a community emergency or disaster and is positively supported by the elected officials in both jurisdictions. The members of the committee are a diverse group made up of town and village residents, members of the first response community including the town and village fire departments, members of the town and village board, civic organizations, the Community Center, National Park, the Town Highway and Police departments, Saratoga Lake Association, church groups, school facilities, the National Weather Service and mental health professional. The current chairman of the Committee is Tom Rinaldi who is a 45 year member of the fire service and retired from New York State after 27 years with 12 years at the Office of Emergency Management in various capacities including Deputy Director.
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Grant Takes Vicksburg – By Sandy McBride
THIS MONTH IN THE CIVIL WAR – July, 1863
Vicksburg, Mississippi was a natural fortress. On a high bluff on the east side of the wide Mississippi River where it makes a sharp hairpin turn, the city was protected on its land sides by terrain so rough and hilly that it made ground assaults perilous, but also lent itself to the building of fortifications. Whoever controlled Vicksburg controlled the river.
The Union’s first attempts to capture Vicksburg and thus open transportation routes on the Mississippi occurred in June of 1862 when Union Admirals David Farragut and Charles Henry Davis attacked the city from the river. It was the first of a long series of failed attempts by Federal forces to dislodge the rebels from their stronghold.
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City To Review Charter August 7th – By Harold Wessell
MECHANICVILLE, July 3 – The City of Mechanicville will continue its series of public meetings in the process of reviewing its City Charter and City Code, with further segments on August 7 and September 4, at the Council's regular 7PM meetings.
Accounts Commissioner Mark Seber reminded residents that the August 7 meeting will address sections 1-34, which include the fire department; and on September 4, sections 39-200 on the building code changes, where he pointed out “some significant changes" are proposed...
Then on Oct. 2, he added, the plan is to have an official public hearing on the entire charter/ code document, with probably a vote on the document that evening.
He noted that all the proposed changes are available on the City website.
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Mrs. Dorelea R. Cuilla – 88
MECHANICVILLE – Mrs. Dorelea R. Cuilla, 88, of West St., Riverside, died Wednesday morning, July 10th, after a brief illness.
Born in St. Johnsville, NY, August 1, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Eva Bellinger Lawyer.
Friends are invited to a Burial Service on Monday at 9 AM at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd., Schuylerville.
There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Saratoga National Cemetery Support Committee, in loving memory of Dorelea R. Cuilla.
Visit www.devito-salvdorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.
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The Express Newspaper July 11, 2013
Michael Anthony Matala-62 and Cynthia J. (Warner) Matala-58
Cynthia J. Warner Matala
We are deeply saddened to announce the death of our mother who died at the age of 58 on July 5th. We'd like to thank the Doctors and Staff at Albany Medical Center for all their efforts and compassion. Our mom will be deeply missed - and we pray she hears our prayers and feels the love we have for her. We were blessed to have her love and her spirited ways as long as we did. Her love of animals, flowers, cooking and nature will never be forgotten. She leaves behind daughters Hayley Metzger, Jamie Young and Kerri Young, son Anthony Repp her mother Rose Warner and father Charles Warner, sister Nancy and brother Mark. She also was a beloved grandmother to Tierney Violet Bailey and Sophia Metzger. She was an incredibly strong woman who will never be forgotten.
Relatives and friends may call from 3-7 on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at the Hoosic Valley Community Church, 2024 State Route 40, Schaghticoke. Memorial service will be conducted at 11am on Friday at the church.
Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com
Michael Anthony Matala of Route 40 passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2013. He was 62.
Born in Troy on February 10, 1951, son of the late John Matala and Madelyn (Thompson) Matala.
Mr. Matala is a veteran of the U. S. Army. For most of his career he worked as a logger with his father. He also worked construction and drove truck for Warren W. Fane, Inc. A member of the Round Mountain Rod and Gun Club, he enjoyed being outdoors and was an avid sportsman. He loved his camp and built his home on the same property. On October 22, 2005, that's where he married Cynthia (Warner) Matala.
Survivors include his children, John (Nicole) Matala of Cambridge, Jeremy (Christine) Matala of Schaghticoke, Holly K. Matala-Cipperley of Eflan, NC and Michael J. Matala of Johnsonville. He was known as Papa Tractor by his grandchildren Kyle Kenneth and Logan Michael Cipperley, Kiera Noelle and Hunter Christian Matala, John Michael and Abel Jacob Matala, and Tierney Violet Bailey. He is also survived by his siblings Linda Burke of Mechanicsville, MD and Christine (Bill) Neilson of Stillwater.
Relatives and friends may call from 3-7 on Thursday, July 11, 2013 at the Hoosic Valley Community Church, 2024 State Route 40, Schaghticoke. Memorial service will be conducted at11am on Friday at the church.
Kindly consider memorials to the Hoosic Valley Rescue Squad, the Melrose Fire Department or The Animal Support Project, Inc.
Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com
Anthony “Tony” Timpanaro – 90
MECHANICVILLE, NY Anthony “Tony” Timpanaro, 90, of Hudson River Rd., died Tuesday, July 2nd, at St. Peter’s Hospice in Albany, after an extended illness.
Born in Hackensack, NJ, December 14, 1922, he was son of the late Mario and Rose Timpanaro. During WWII, Tony served with the US Army’s 1st Division 26th Infantry, battling their way through the Rhineland to liberate Germany. Tony earned a Purple Heart for combat wounds, and two Bronze Stars in addition to other decorations.
After his military discharge, Tony began working for the US Postal Service in Hackensack, retiring in the early 1980’s.
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Be Prepared for Summer Safety – Learn CPR
Albany, New York - If a family member, friend or infant in your care had a cardiac event or required first aid, could you recognize the signs of a medical emergency and respond quickly and appropriately?
This summer season, the American Heart Association encourages families to be prepared for summer safety by learning CPR. With the swimming season and hot weather upon us, people should be prepared to act in case of a medical emergency.
Accidents, choking and drowning are leading causes of death in children. Every day, about 10 people die from unintentional drowning, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Of these, two out of the 10 are children aged 14 or younger. Children ages 1 to 4 have the highest drowning rates. The fatal drowning rate of African-American children ages 5 to 14 is almost three times that of white children in the same age range.
Learning CPR can help save lives in cases of drowning. Pool safety like locking gates and monitoring children near pools and bodies of water are key to preventing drowning. Children and beginner swimmers should take swimming lessons and never swim alone. Find a local HeartSaver CPR class at www.heart.org/CPR<http://www.
SENATOR MARCHIONE CONGRATULATES NEW U.S. CITIZENS
PHOTO: New York State Senator Kathleen A. Marchione (R,C-Halfmoon) is pictured (RIGHT) congratulating new United States citizen Marisol Jabonillo Knagss (LEFT) during a citizenship ceremony held on July 4 at Saratoga National Historical Park. Ms. Knagss is originally from Guyana and took part in the public July 4 ceremony that saw a total of 19 individuals become new citizens of the United States. During her remarks, Senator Marchione proudly welcomed all the new citizens saying “Citizenship is not a spectator sport – it requires our active participation: vote, volunteer, serve – make a positive difference in your community, and in our country.”
PHOTO: New York State Senator Kathleen A. Marchione (R,C-Halfmoon) is pictured (LEFT) congratulating new United States citizen Pedro Humberto Lira (RIGHT) during a citizenship ceremony held on July 4 at Saratoga National Historical Park. Mr. Lira is originally from Venezuela and took part in the public July 4 ceremony that saw a total of 19 individuals become new citizens of the United States.