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Halfmoon Girls Softball to hold Ribbon Cutting at the Town of Halfmoon Woodin Road Fields

Halfmoon Town Supervisor, Kevin Tollisen, announced today that the Halfmoon Girls Softball will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting at the Woodin Road Softball Fields this Sunday, June 14th at 9am.  The grand opening of the Woodin Road Girls Softball fields is finally realized through the hard work and cooperation of the Town of Halfmoon, Halfmoon Baseball, and Halfmoon Girls Softball.  Supervisor Kevin Tollisen stated that this “new permanent home” for Girls Softball is a tremendous benefit for the youth in the Town and surrounding communities.   

Over the past few months, Supervisor Tollisen also stated that there have been a number of larger improvements to the softball fields.  The Town installed new outfield fencing on the large field, created a new field with backstop and fencing, replaced and added drainage culverts, repaired and topped the parking area with fresh stone, freshly painted the concession stand, skinned the existing fields, and installed new bases.

Community minded organizations also contributed their labor to help convert the fields for Softball. The Brickman Group contributed a number of volunteers to help redo the infields on the fields.  Siena Fence contributed the materials and labor to rebuild the batting cages.  Bast Hatfield and its partners built new dugouts for the softball league.

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The Express Newspaper June 11, 2015

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Schaticoke Residents Express Concerns Over EMS – by C. Barton

An active public hearing took place in the Town of Schaghticoke on May 28th 2015 at 6:35pm. The public hearing was set for the purposes of “hearing all persons interested regarding the proposed contract with the Clifton Park and Halfmoon Emergency Corps.” This proposed contract would assign the Clifton Park and Halfmoon Emergency Corps as the contracted Emergency Medical Service that will provide emergency response to the Hemstreet Park fire district.” The John Ahearn Rescue Squad, which is no longer in operation, formerly served this district. For approximately a year the Hoosic Valley Rescue Squad has been responding to the area previously covered by John Ahern.

Read the entire article in the June 4th edition.

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Awards and Achievements/Local College Students

Academic Departments at Hudson Valley Community College Honor Top Students
Students Graduate from St. Lawrence University

CANTON, NY (05/28/2015)(readMedia)-- The following students received bachelor degrees from St. Lawrence University during commencement ceremonies held on May 17 in Canton, New York.

Henry L. Heed of Clifton Park. Heed received the degree of bachelor of arts. Heed is a member of the Class of 2015 and majored in English. Heed graduated from Shenendehowa High School.

Alaina E. Larkin of Clifton Park. Larkin received the degree of bachelor of science Magna cum laude. Larkin is a member of the Class of 2015 and majored in international economics-multilanguage and mathematics. Larkin graduated from Shenendehowa High School.

Four honorary degree recipients spoke during St. Lawrence University's Commencement, including award-winning songwriter Judy Hart Angelo, hedge fund pioneer John M. Angelo, chair of the Baseball Hall of Fame Jane Clark, and garden historian Peter Hatch.

 

TROY, NY (05/29/2015)(readMedia)-- Nearly 200 of the college's top students were honored with a variety of academic achievement awards recently. The awards celebrate the depth of student excellence across the college's more than 75 academic programs.

Matthew Roy of Waterford, was given the Kintz Plastics Award, which is given to the graduating Manufacturing Technical Systems student who has the highest grade point average. The award is handed out by the Automotive, Manufacturing and Electrical Engineering academic program.

Melanie Chapman of Clifton Park, was given the Academic Excellence in Anatomy and Physiology Award, which is given to a student who has shown particularly high achievement in the study of anatomy and physiology. The award is handed out by the Biology, Chemistry and Physics academic program.

Amanda Frodey of Stillwater, was given the Academic Excellence in Anatomy and Physiology Award, which is given to a student who has shown particularly high achievement in the study of anatomy and physiology. The award is handed out by the Biology, Chemistry and Physics academic program.

Jason Zeledon of Clifton Park, was given the Stephen L. Hyatt Award, which is given to the graduating students who have the highest academic average in sciences over their first three semesters of a degree program at Hudson Valley Community College. The award is handed out by the Biology, Chemistry and Physics academic program.

Kevin Pallozzi of Schaghticoke, was given the Eastman Kodak Engineering Award, which is given to a student studying in the area of civil, mechanical or industrial technology who exhibits outstanding academic achievement and is transferring or continuing his/her education. The award is handed out by the Civil, Construction, Industrial and Mechanical Technologies academic program.

Jessica Noeth of Waterford, was given the Forensic Science Award, which is given to the most outstanding graduate of the Forensic Science Studies graduating class. The award is handed out by the Criminal Justice, Forensic Science and Public Administration Studies academic program.

Jennifer Hoech of Clifton Park, was given the Proctor & Gamble Award for Excellence in Preventive Dentistry, which is awarded to a student who demonstrates outstanding achievement in the behavioral aspects of patient-centered care. The award is handed out by the Dental Hygiene academic program.

Arati Singh of Clifton Park, was given the Troy Dental Society Club Scholarship, which is given to a resident of the greater Capital Region who showed academic excellence in the Dental Hygiene program. The award is handed out by the Dental Hygiene academic program.

Alexander Wollyung of Clifton Park, was given the English Department Four L Award: Celebrating Language, Literature, Learning and Laughter, which is presented to a graduating senior in a Liberal Arts or Individual Studies program who has excelled in English. The award is handed out by the English, Foreign Languages and English As A Second Language academic program.

Kaylie Willsey of Valley Falls, was given the Award for Academic Excellence and Outstanding Service in the Broadcast Communications Program, which is given to the most accomplished student in the Broadcast Communications graduating class. The cash prize is made possible through a generous donation by the New School, Hudson Valley's partner in the delivery of the Broadcast Communications degree program. The award is handed out by the Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and Broadcast Communications academic program.

Sarah Barnes of Clifton Park, was given the Award for Academic Excellence and Outstanding Service in the Fine Arts Program, which is given to the most accomplished student in the Fine Arts graduating class. The award is handed out by the Fine Arts, Theatre Arts and Broadcast Communications academic program.

Rebecca Hankle of Johnsonville, was given the Patricia Jablonski Award for Caring, Compassion and Commitment, which is given to an outstanding student in the Nursing class in honor of emeritus faculty member Patricia Jablonski. The award is handed out by the Nursing academic program.

Allison Ford of Mechanicville, was given the Award for Excellence in Student Teaching, which is given to a graduating Early Childhood student who has shown excellence in the student teaching portion of their studies. The award is handed out by the Teacher Preparation academic program.

Providence College Awards Undergraduate Degree to Deirdre Joyce, Clifton Park Resident During 97th Commencement ExercisesSUNY Canton Students Named to Spring 2015 Dean's List

CANTON, NY (05/29/2015)(readMedia)-- More than 550 students were recently recognized for their outstanding achievement at SUNY Canton during the spring 2015 semester. To receive Dean's List honors, full-time students must earn at least a 3.25 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.

Among the students who earned this honor are:

Alexis O. Shine of Clifton Park (12065), a SUNY Canton Sports Management major and a 2011 graduate of Shenendehowa Central School.

Jenkin Schmidt of Stillwater (12170), a SUNY Canton Homeland Security major and a 2014 graduate of Ballston Spa High School.

Robert C. Stevens of Stillwater (12170), a SUNY Canton Management major and a 2012 graduate of Stillwater Central School.

URI student Karl Anderson of Clifton Park named a 2015 Orientation Team member

KINGSTON, RI (05/29/2015)(readMedia)-- The University of Rhode Island recently selected Karl Anderson of Clifton Park, N.Y., and 40 other URI students to represent the 2015 Orientation Team. Anderson, who is studying Animal Sciences, has been chosen for the Team Leader role.

SUNY Canton Students Named to Spring 2015 President's List

CANTON, NY (05/29/2015)(readMedia)-- Students are being recognized for their outstanding achievement at SUNY Canton during the spring 2015 semester. More than 400 students made President's List by earning a GPA of 3.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

Christopher Lane of Clifton Park, NY, (12065) a SUNY Canton Finance major and a 2006 graduate of Charles W. Baker High School.

Kathryn Daley of Mechanicville, NY, (12118) a SUNY Canton Veterinary Technology major and a 2011 graduate of Mechanicville High School.

Michelle Morse of Stillwater, NY, (12170) a SUNY Canton Criminal Investigation major and a 2009 graduate of Stillwater Central School.

Local athletes compete for SUNY Oneonta women's track and field team during 2014-15

ONEONTA, NY (06/01/2015)(readMedia)-- 51 student athletes competed for the SUNY Oneonta women's track and field team during 2014-15.

Margaret Sanderson of Schaghticoke (12154)

Rachael Shine of Clifton Park (12065)

Jerome Pabulayan competes on the SUNY Oneonta men's track and field team

ONEONTA, NY (06/01/2015)(readMedia)-- Jerome Pabulayan, a Biology major from Clifton Park, NY, was a member of the 2014-15 SUNY Oneonta men's track and field team. Jerome was a member of the team and competed in sprints and hurdles. The Red Dragons won the SUNYAC indoor championship and was second at the outdoor championship this year.

Brandon Vianna of Stillwater named to Dean's List at Lyndon State College

LYNDONVILLE, VT (06/01/2015)(readMedia)-- Brandon Vianna was named to the Spring 2015 Dean's List at Lyndon State College. For inclusion on the Dean's List, a student must have completed at least 12 graded credits with no incomplete or failing grades and a minimum grade-point average of 3.50.

Springfield College Recognizes Dean's List Students for the 2015 Spring Semester

SPRINGFIELD, MA (06/01/2015)(readMedia)-- Springfield College Recognizes Dean's List Students for the 2015 Spring Semester.

Joseph Tronco of Clifton Park, NY (12065). Tronco is studying Accounting.

Kimberly Thompson of Mechanicville, NY (12118). Thompson is studying Health Science.

News from Susquehanna University

For more information contact: Victoria Kidd, Associate Director of Advancement Communications, 570-372-4311,kidd@susqu.edu

Shenendehowa High School Graduate Honored at University Awards Luncheon

SELINSGROVE, PA (06/01/2015)(readMedia)-- Parker Adel, of Clifton Park, received the Outstanding Senior Musician Award at Susquehanna University's annual student awards luncheon, held each May in the days leading up to commencement.

This award is given to a senior who represents the finest in music performance.

Adel was a music performance major in the Class of 2015. A 2011 graduate of Shenendehowa, he is the son of Paul Adel and Leticia Ortega.

News from Nazareth College

For more information contact: Julie Long, Chief Public Relations Officer

Nazareth College Announces Students on Dean's List for Spring 2015

ROCHESTER, NY (06/01/2015)(readMedia)-- Nazareth College announces its Dean's List for the Spring of 2015 semester.

Bridget Geary of Clifton Park (12065) is majoring in Communication Science & Disorders .

Jennifer Lachell of Waterford (12188) is majoring in Marketing .

Brittany Lefebvre of Mechanicville (12118) is majoring in Business Administration .

Nicole McGreevy of Schaghticoke (12154) is majoring in Marketing .

Amy Slemp of Clifton Park (12065) is majoring in Health Sciences .

Kathryn Trainor of Clifton Park (12065) is majoring in Health Sciences .

Kathryn Trainor of Clifton Park (12065) is majoring in Physical Therapy .

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The Express Newspaper – May 21, 2015

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Awards and Achievements – Local College Students

Kimberlee Kocienski of Schaghticoke, N.Y., Performs Well at NEICAAA All-New England Outdoor Track and Field Championships

WORCESTER, MA (05/13/2015)(readMedia)-- Kimberlee Kocienski earned NEICAAA All-New England honors and/or set a new school record this past weekend at MIT.

Laura Pumphrey claimed her second NEICAAA high jump crown with a personal-best height of 5-8.75 which is unofficially second on the NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championships performance list.

Liz Pellegrini unofficially moved into a tie for 17th on the 100-meter hurdle list with an All-New England performance of 14.53. The fifth place time in the finals was her second PR of the weekend as she clocked a 14.66 to place seventh in the prelims. Pellegrini was .08 seconds shy of another All-New England effort with a ninth-place time of 1:03.45 in the 400-meter hurdles.

The 4x100-meter relay team also earned All-New England laurels as Maya Rhinehart, Pellegrini, Alex Price, and Sara Velleca finished eighth in a time of 48.25. Maggie LaRoche, Gina Capobianco, Emily Newman and Jessica Orr raced to a school record in the 4x800-meter relay (9:39.61) as did the foursome of Velleca, Rhinehart, Lea Strangio and Kimberlee Kocienski in the 4x400-meter relay (3:57.09).

For the men, Andrew Zayac came home fourth in the steeplechase in a school-record time of 9:15.39. The time is also unofficially 17th on the NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championships performance list.

The 4x800-meter relay team of Lucas Roy, Ryan Moran, Austin Scott and Thomas Kostelak crossed the finish line in a school-record time of 7:45.11 while the 4x400-meter relay squad of Joey Collins, Ryan Dennis, Paul-Henry Schoenhagen and Warren Staver posted a seventh-place time of 3:18.30 to collect All-New England honors.

David Frederick, who finished fifth overall in the pole vault with a personal-best height of 15-05, was the top Division III finisher in the event.

 

Local Student Wins Award at Hamilton College Class & Charter Day

Clinton, N.Y. -- Mary C. D'Ambro, daughter of Darla and David D'Ambro of Schaghticoke, was named the recipient of The Nelson Clark Dale, Jr. Prize in Music at Hamilton College's annual Class & Charter Day, held on May 11.

Herkimer County Community College announces candidates for the College's 47th annual commencement

HERKIMER, NY (05/12/2015)(readMedia)-- Herkimer County Community College announces candidates for the College's 47th annual commencement to be held Friday, May 15 at 5 pm in the Gymnasium of the Physical Education Building. There are 584 candidates for the associate degree and 52 candidates for certificates. This includes 127 candidates who completed their studies completely online through the College's Internet Academy.

Local students include:

Anne Sophie Champagne of Clifton Park, majoring in Paralegal A.A.S.

Toni Celina Cwiertniewski of Waterford, majoring in Business: Fashion Buying & Merchandising A.A.S.

Tyler C. Mone of Mechanicville, majoring in Liberal Arts & Sciences: General Studies A.A.

Nadia Alexandra Nowak of Clifton Park, majoring in Business: Sports & Recreation Management A.A.S.

Lynn A. Sherman of Waterford, majoring in Business: Accounting A.A.S.

 

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The Express Newspaper – May 14, 2015

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Award and Achievements/Local College Students

Haley Culver Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

BATON ROUGE, LA (05/07/2015)(readMedia)-- Haley Culver of Johnsonville, N.Y., was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Culver was initiated at State University of New York at Plattsburgh.

Haley Culver Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

BATON ROUGE, LA (05/07/2015)(readMedia)-- Haley Culver of Johnsonville, N.Y., was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Culver was initiated at State University of New York at Plattsburgh.

SUNY Oneonta Athletics Honors its Student Athletes

ONEONTA, NY (05/08/2015)(readMedia)-- The SUNY Oneonta athletics department recently held its annual awards ceremony and honored its student athletes.

Rachael Shine of Clifton Park (12065)

Ashley Lefebvre of Waterford (12188)