The Express Newspaper – Sept. 5, 2013
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The Express Weekly Newspaper – August 29, 2013
NEW YORK STATE’S STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OFFERS HUNDREDS OF INTERNSHIPS
Students Encouraged to Apply to Meet Fall Deadline @ nysinternships.com |
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| 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. |
The Express Newspaper – August 22, 2013
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
The Express Newspaper – August 15, 2013
Schaghticoke Man in Custody for Alleged Homicide By Christine Barton
Schaghticoke-July 4th The police responded to a call at about 8pm at 1445 Route 40 in Schaghticoke. Reports indicate that Michael Matala, 62 was found dead at the scene and his wife Cynthia Matala, 58 is currently on life support in response to her injuries.
Anthony Repp, 22, son of Cynthia and stepson to Michael was considered a person of interest almost immediately. The search for Repp continued for several hours, as police presence in the area was heavy throughout the night and early morning. Area residents were advised to secure their homes.
Updated news reports on July 5th confirm that Repp was apprehended early this morning in Deerfield MA. It is suspected that he was able to hop on a freight train via area train tracks. Deerfield police notified area police that he was in custody. He will be transported back to New York.
As of recent reports at 8am, Cynthia still remains in critical condition. It is also suspected that Repp may have had some involvement in the reported attempted burglary call at about 2:30am this morning on Buttermilk Falls Road, which is fairly close to the area of the crime scene.
Town of Schaghticoke Opposes SAFE – by Christine Barton
SCHAGHTICOKE - Approximately 50 counties in New York State have passed or are considering passing resolutions opposing the NYS SAFE Act. The legislation, which was passed on January 15th 2013, has caused much controversy across the state since its inception. The number of town and municipalities that are passing resolutions opposing this Act, which is considered by many to be unconstitutional, are rapidly growing in number.
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Pittstown Area Food Pantry Gets Ready for Thanksgiving – by Christine Barton
The holiday season is upon us. Volunteers from the Pittstown area food pantry spent Saturday November 17th arranging and handing out Thanksgiving food baskets to area families who requested assistance this holiday season. The mission of the Pittstown area food pantry is to provide food for people who need it, which is exactly what happened this Saturday before Thanksgiving.
Almost everything in the Thanksgiving boxes this year came from the Thanksgiving food drive led by Michael Raucci of Clifton Park Toyota, with the help and support of many area businesses. Pittstown food pantry volunteers arranged pickup of the boxes and transported them back to the church to get ready to open the doors for the 1pm pick up time. This year about 58 individuals signed up to receive a Thanksgiving food box.