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The Express Newspaper June 18, 2015
The Express Newspaper June 11, 2015
The Express Newspaper – June 4, 2015
Autism Awareness – by C. Barton
Schaghticoke- April is recognized throughout the nation as Autism Awareness Month. For over 50 years the Autism Society has encouraged a nationwide effort to educate and work towards creating a society that is appreciative of the “true aspects of all people, including those on the autism spectrum.” Promoting awareness, inclusion and self-determination for those with autism is one of the many goals of organizations that work to educate society about autism. The goal is to create a partnership with communities that will promote the national movement to ensure that those with autism can achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Read the entire article in the May 28th issue.
The Express Newspaper – May 28, 2015
The Express Newspaper – May 21, 2015
Hoosic Valley Junior Prom & After-Prom – by C. Barton
Hoosic Valley –The 2015 after prom party held at Hoosic Valley high school was once again the “place to be,” following the prom on May 9th. Students in grades 9-12, regardless of prom attendance were invited and encouraged to attend the 2015 after prom party.
Read the entire article in the May 14th edition.
The Express Newspaper – May 14, 2015
Nepal Earthquake Reaches Home – by C. Barton
On April 25th a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal resulting in a disaster that had effects of far reaching devastation. According to reports, the earthquake triggered an avalanche on Mount Everest, then triggered another avalanche in Lantang Valley. This is the most powerful disaster to strike in Nepal since the 1930’s and saw aftermath that stretched far beyond South Asia. The earthquake in total killed approximately 7,000 people and injured more than 14,000. These numbers climb as recovery efforts continue. Nepal has been thought for decades as being vulnerable to the natural disaster of an earthquake.
Read the entire article in the May 7th issue.