Awards and Achievements/Local College Students

Students Named to the Marist College Dean's List for the Spring 2016 Semester

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY (07/01/2016)-- The following students have been named to the Marist College Dean's List for the Spring 2016 semester:

Megan McCormack of Clifton Park, NY is a member of the Class of 2017 and is majoring in Communication.

John Moore of Mechanicville, NY is a member of the Class of 2019 and is majoring in Business Administration.

Derek Rose of Mechanicville, NY is a member of the Class of 2016 and is majoring in Communication.

SUNY New Paltz spring 2016 Undergraduate Degrees

NEW PALTZ, NY (07/05/2016)-- The State University of New York at New Paltz announces the conferral of more than 1,150 undergraduate degrees following the conclusion of the spring 2016 semester.

The following students are among the newest alumni of SUNY New Paltz:

Tyler Adams of Johnsonville (12094) earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting

Frankie Dineen of Clifton Park (12065) earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Nicholas Kaiser of Waterford (12188) earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance

Chrisanne Pierson of Clifton Park (12065) earned a Bachelor of Science in Management

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Students Named to Spring 2016 Dean's List

TROY, NY (07/05/2016)-- Just over 700 students at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute were named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2016 semester. The Dean's List recognizes full-time students who maintain grade-point averages of a minimum of 3.0 out of a possible 4.0 and have no grades below "C."

Sarah Farnham, of Halfmoon, studies Architecture.

Okan Kaya, of Clifton Park, studies Biomedical Engineering.

Rachael King, of Mechanicville, studies Chemical Engineering.

Faith Marro, of Johnsonville, studies Architecture.

Timothy Saia, of Clifton Park, studies Computer Science.

John Sawyer, of Johnsonville, studies Business and Management.

The Express Newspaper – July 7, 2016

Awards and Achievements/Local College Students

Ballston Spa Resident Receives Degree from Simmons College

BOSTON, Mass (Grassroots Newswire) June 28, 2016 - Tiffany Nicole Pierce,
Ballston Spa (12020) resident, earned a Bachelor of Science from the
School of Nursing and Health Sciences in May.Local students earn dean’s list recognition at Norwich University


NORTHFIELD, Vt. (Grassroots Newswire) June 30, 2016 – The following
students from your readership area have been recognized on the dean’s list
at Norwich University for the spring 2016 semester:

* Patrick John Millington of Clifton Park (12065)

* Joseph Thomas Rafferty of Saratoga Springs (12866)

* Jacob Robert Keasbey of Schaghticoke (12154)Daemen College Student Honored for Dean’s List Achievement

AMHERST, N.Y. (Grassroots Newswire) June 30, 2016 - Daemen College Dean
Dr. Michael Brogan announces the following student achieved Dean’s List
status at Daemen College for the Spring 2016 semester.

Brittany Denton of Schaghticoke (12154)

 

Dean's List at University of Delaware

NEWARK, DE (07/01/2016)-- The following local students have been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the Spring 2016 semester:

Sara Beidl of Clifton Park (12065)

Christina Capobianco of Clifton Park (12065)

Grace Oliver of Waterford (12188)

 

John Duffy of Clifton Park Earns Spring 2016 High Honors at Pomfret School

POMFRET, CT (06/28/2016)-- John Duffy of Clifton Park, a member of the Pomfret School class of 2016, has earned high honor roll distinction at Pomfret School for the 2016 spring term. A student earns high honors with a grade point average of 3.670 or higher and no grade below a B.

Awards and Achievements/Local College Students

Courtney Luskin Named to Morrisville State College President's List

MORRISVILLE, NY (06/24/2016)-- Morrisville State recently announced that Courtney Luskin of Valley Falls, NY was named to the President's List for the Spring 2016 semester.

Students Earn Degrees from the University of Vermont

BURLINGTON, VT (06/24/2016)-- Some 2,329 students were awarded a variety of bachelor's degrees during the University of Vermont's 215th commencement ceremonies on May 22. Approximately 502 advanced degrees were awarded by the UVM Graduate College, and 106 took the oath of Hippocrates following the awarding of their M.D. degrees at ceremonies of the UVM College of Medicine.

The following local students were among the graduates:

Kendra Mazza of Mechanicville graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work

Abigail Weiskopf of Clifton Park graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education

Class of 2016 graduates from Union College

SCHENECTADY, NY (06/21/2016)-- Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker offered some practical advice for the Class of 2016. The class included 550 students at Union's 222nd Commencement.

Brandon Jones, of Mechanicville, NY, received a Bachelor of Science majoring in Biochemistry magna cum laude

Nathaniel Parker, of Clifton Park, NY, received a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science

Erin Wade, of Waterford, NY, received a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English summa cum laude

Jeffrey Williams, of Waterford, NY, received a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Economics

BUFFALO, NY (06/21/2016)-- Students who have completed at least 12 credit hours and who have a GPA of 3.5 or higher qualify for the dean's list at Buffalo State. We are pleased to recognize the following students who attained this honor in the Spring 2016 semester.

Ashley Maggiacomo of Clifton Park (12065)

Tatayana Gibson of Clifton Park (12065)

Western New England University Congratulates More Than 700 Students at the Spring 2016 Commencement Ceremony

SPRINGFIELD, MA (06/23/2016)-- The following local students were welcomed as alumni on May 21, 2016 at Western New England University's Commencement Ceremony. Congratulations graduates!

Emily Eddy of Schaghticoke (12154) graduated cum laude with a Doctor of Pharmacy .

James Eberle of Clifton Park (12065) graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Sport Management and Arts and Entertainment Management.

Sarah Marois of Waterford (12188) graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Accounting and Finance.

Awards and Achievements/Local College Students

82 SUNY Oneonta Student Athletes named to All Academic Team

ONEONTA, NY (06/20/2016)-- 82 SUNY Oneonta student athletes earned spring All Academic Team Honors from the State University of New York Athletic Conference for their performance in the classroom.

Alyssa Garrison of Clifton Park (12065)

Margaret Sanderson of Schaghticoke (12154)

Local students receive Dean's Commendation for Part-Time Students at the University at Albany

ALBANY, NY (06/20/2016)-- The University at Albany congratulates more than 125 students who have received the Dean's Letter of Commendation for the Spring 2016 semester. Students who receive this commendation earned at least a 3.5 GPA in 6 graduation credits this semester.

Justin Aloisi of Clifton Park (12065)

Lauren Brignola of Clifton Park (12065)

Ryan Decota of Stillwater (12170)

Molly Duffy of Clifton Park (12065)

Brian Guilder of Waterford (12188)

Dylan Molloy of Clifton Park (12065)

Helena Threlkeld of Clifton Park (12065)

Erin Wade honored at Union College's Prize Day

SCHENECTADY, NY (06/20/2016)-- Erin Wade, of Waterford, N.Y., was honored at Union College's annual Prize Day celebration.

46 SUNY Oneonta Student Athletes earn dual Academic Honors from SUNYAC

ONEONTA, NY (06/20/2016)-- 46 SUNY Oneonta student athletes earned dual academic honors this spring from the State University of New York Athletic Conference for their performance in the classroom.

Connor Killane of Clifton Park (12065)

Kathleen O'Gorman of Clifton Park (12065)

Jerome Pabulayan of Clifton Park (12065)

Rachael Shine of Clifton Park (12065)

Local students named to the University at Albany's Spring 2016 Dean's List

ALBANY, NY (06/20/2016)-- The University at Albany congratulates more than 3,000 students who were named to the Spring 2016 Dean's List. Students named to the Dean's List earned at least a 3.5 GPA.

Nana- Hawwa Abdul- Rahman of Clifton Park (12065)

Ubaidat Abdul-Rahman of Clifton Park (12065)

Zeshan Afzal of Clifton Park (12065)

Olivia Ashley of Clifton Park (12065)

Kevin Ashline of Mechanicville (12118)

Akanksha Atrey of Mechanicville (12118)

Scott Baker of Clifton Park (12065)

Eve Borden of Waterford (12188)

Anna Bottino of Clifton Park (12065)

Lindsey Bulger of Clifton Park (12065)

Emily Burnett of Clifton Park (12065)

Carly Burtnick of Clifton Park (12065)

Megan Byrne of Halfmoon (12065)

Diego Cagara of Mechanicville (12118)

Hyeonjung Choi of Clifton Park (12065)

Ashley Colvin of Mechanicville (12118)

Joshua Jhun Cucueco of Clifton Park (12065)

Samuel Decelle of Mechanicville (12118)

Rachel Delane of Clifton Park (12065)

Patrick Dell'Anno of Clifton Park (12065)

Brendan Dufort of Clifton Park (12065)

Emaan Effendi of Clifton Park (12065)

Amal Elmi of Clifton Park (12065)

Nasibah Elmi of Clifton Park (12065)

Gabrielle Estep of Mechanicville (12118)

Phoebe Everson of Mechanicville (12118)

Troy Farkas of Clifton Park (12065)

Florencia Feleder of Clifton Park (12065)

Kelsey Fenton of stillwater (12170)

Christa Follano of Clifton Park (12065)

Ian Foster of Valley Falls (12185)

Stephen Frost of Clifton Park (12065)

Stephanie Gagnon of Melrose (12121)

Hannah Gauthier of Clifton Park (12065)

Matthew Gilliam of Mechanicville (12118)

Alexander Goldberg of Waterford (12188)

Hannah Grant of Clifton Park (12065)

Adam Guilder of Waterford (12188)

Nathan Hatalsky of Mechanicville (12118)

Joseph Hilton of Waterford (12188)

Mary Hren of Johnsonville (12094)

Joshua Hunt of Stillwater (12170)

Alsayyed Hussain of Clifton Park (12065)

Leanna Johnson of Mechanicville (12118)

Mitsul Kacharia of Clifton Park (12065)

Mariah Khan of Clifton Park (12065)

David Kohls of Waterford (12188)

Megan Lounsbury of Clifton Park (12065)

Brian Lucia of Mechanicville (12118)

Jesse Marsh of Waterford (12188)

Bettina Martin of Waterford (12188)

Austin McDonough of Clifton Park (12065)

Caroline Meany of Clifton Park (12065)

Taylor Mellow of Clifton Park (12065)

Victoria Minick of Stillwater (12170)

Jad Moumen of Clifton Park (12065)

Melissa Nealon of Mechanicville (12118)

Samantha Nielsen of Clifton Park (12065)

Leah O'Donnell of Schaghticoke (12154)

Adam Opitz-Leewe of Clifton Park (12065)

Tom Parker of Mechanicville (12118)

Nicholas Pennacchia of Clifton Park (12065)

Samantha Phillips of Waterford (12188)

Delaney Phillips of Clifton Park (12065)

Tooba Rehman of Clifton Park (12065)

Rachel Roberts of Clifton Park (12065)

Colton Robtoy of Clifton Park (12065)

Erin Rousseau of Clifton Park (12065)

Rida Saeed of Clifton Park (12065)

Anthony Sedotto of Clifton Park (12065)

Heather Sherwood of Clifton Park (12065)

Chang Ha Shin of Clifton Park (12065)

Amber Smith of Johnsonville (12094)

Deanna Soucie of Mechanicville (12118)

Anna Suriano of Clifton Park (12065)

Nazish Tarar of Mechanicville (12118)

Shunsa Tarar of Mechanicville (12118)

Steven Tilley of Clifton Park (12065)

Sean Tozier of Clifton Park (12065)

Sara Tudor of Clifton Park (12065)

Daniel Twardowski of Waterford (12188)

Paul Valentino of Clifton Park (12065)

Jason Wade of Clifton Park (12065)

Christopher Wasielewski of Clifton Park (12065)

Justin Wisnoski of Mechanicville (12118)

Casey Wittchen of Mechanicville (12118)

Michael Wrinn of Clifton Park (12065)

Sean Kaptanoglu is Awarded Master of Education from American International College

SPRINGFIELD, MA (06/21/2016)-- Sean Kaptanoglu of Clifton Park, NY, received a Master of Education and was among more than 800 undergraduate and graduate students representing eighteen states and ten countries who received their diplomas during American International College's Commencement ceremony in May.

The Express Newspaper June 23, 2016

The Express Newspaper June 16, 2016

Awards and Achievements/Local College Students

Korey Lepage Participated in Student Research and Creativity Celebration

BUFFALO, NY (06/07/2016)-- Korey Lepage of Schaghticoke, NY took advantage of an opportunity provided by the Undergraduate Research Office at Buffalo State to present original research to the campus community and the public.

Katherine Traver Graduates from Castleton University

CASTLETON, VT (06/07/2016)-- Katherine Traver of Waterford, NY graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Castleton University following the successful completion of the spring semester in May 2016.

Students Named Clarkson University Presidential Scholars

POTSDAM, NY (06/07/2016)-- The following students have been named Presidential Scholars for the spring 2016 semester at Clarkson University:

Brian P Chrzan of Clifton Park, N.Y., a junior majoring in mechanical engineering.

Sarah Emily Duclos of Clifton Park, N.Y., a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering.

Eric Lavan Henderson of Clifton Park, N.Y., a junior majoring in mechanical engineering.

James Ellis Homan of Clifton Park, N.Y., a freshman majoring in engineering & management.

Jacob Anthony Melite of Clifton Park, N.Y., a junior majoring in computer science and mathematics.

Madison Irene Shea of Clifton Park, N.Y., a sophomore majoring in engineering & management.

Fred Heyl-Allen Tracy of Stillwater, N.Y., a senior majoring in engineering & management.

Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours.

Students Named to Clarkson University Dean's List

POTSDAM, NY (06/07/2016)-- The following students have been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2016 semester at Clarkson University:

Robert Matthew Benson of Clifton Park, N.Y., a sophomore majoring in chemical engineering.

Austin Gregory Beyer of Clifton Park, N.Y., a freshman majoring in chemical engineering.

James Greg of Clifton Park, N.Y., a senior majoring in mechanical engineering.

Alyssia Marsal of Clifton Park, N.Y., a junior majoring in innovation & entrepreneurship.

Evan Murray of Schaghticoke, N.Y., a senior majoring in chemical engineering.

Dean's List students must achieve a minimum 3.25 grade-point average and also carry at least 14 credit hours.

Owen Jarem of Clifton Park earns degree

NORTH ANDOVER, MA (06/07/2016)-- Clifton Park (12065) resident Owen Jarem earned a Master of Science in Accounting in at Merrimack College at the college's 66th Commencement Exercises in May 2016.

Arrests for June 9, 2016

Arrest records of the Mechanicville Police Department 5/9/2016-5/22/2016

05-09-16

Clayton D Allen, 28, of Schaghticoke was charged May 9th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-10-16

Sherri L. Marshal, 37, of Mechanicville was charged May 10th, 2016 with Assault 3rd degree and criminal obstruction of breathing.

05-12-16

Diane D. Snay, 51, of Mechanicville was charged May 12th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-12-16

Jennifer R. Johnson, 28, of Malta was charged May 12th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-12-16

Tanner W. Hebert, 27, of Cohoes was charged May 12th, 2016 with unlawful possession of marijuana.

05-13-16

Savannah L. Mahay, 29, of Gansevoort was charged May 13th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 3rd degree.

05-13-16

Jeremy L. Mahay, 36, of Gansevoort was charged May 13th, 2016 with unlawful possession of marijuana.

05-13-16

Jonelle M. Harbour, 32, of Mechanicville was charged May 13th, 2016 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 3rd degree.

05-13-16

Eric D. VanVorst, 18, of Mechanicville was charged May 13th, 2016 with unlawful possession of marijuana, 2 counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance 7th degree, 2 felony counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance 3rd degree and 2 felony counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance in the 3rd degree.

05-14-16

Ronald F. Kramer, 55, of Eagle Bridge was charged May 14th, 2016 with unlawful possession of marijuana.

05-14-16

Henry L. Schindler III, 31, of Mechanicville was charged May 14th, 2016 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 3rd degree.

05-15-16

Robin A. Garber, 19, of Mechanicville was charged May 15th, 2016 with aggravated harassment 2nd degree.

05-17-16

David N. DiSiena, 37, of Mechanicville was charged May 17th, 2016 with criminal contempt 2nd degree.

05-18-16

Philip A. DiSiena, 74, of Mechanicville was charged May 18th, 2016 with having an unattended burn in violation of Mechanicville City Code.

05-19-16

Caleb E. Michaloski, 26, of Albany was charged May 19th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-19-16

Jessica L. Furgason, 34, of Ballston Lake was charged May 19th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-19-16

Nicholas J. Fredette, 25, of Cohoes was charged May 19th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 3rd degree.

 

05-20-16

Salvy J. Prisco, 31, of Albany was charged May 20th, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 3rd degree.

05-21-16

Erin E. Adams, 36, of Clifton Park was charged May 21st, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle 3rd degree.

05-22-16

Mena M. Little, 28, of Mechanicville was charged May 22nd, 2016 with harassment 2nd degree.

05-22-16

Austin J. Kinisky-Duffney, 20, of Waterford was charged May 22nd, 2016 with the felony of criminal possession of a forged instrument 2nd degree and the violation of obtaining alcohol while being less than 21 years of age.

05-22-16

Justin T. Pariseau, 25, of Schaghticoke was charged May 22nd, 2016 with criminal obstruction of breathing, criminal mischief 4th degree and the felony of burglary 2nd degree.

05-22-16

Kristen A. English, 37, of Scotia was charged May 22nd, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-22-16

Kimberly A. Grant, 45, of Cohoes was charged May 22nd, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-22-16

Theodore DiGuiseppi, 68, of Latham was charged May 22nd, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

05-22-16

Derek J. Bridger II, 33, of Cohoes was charged May 22nd, 2016 with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration.

Stillwater Police Department

Arrest Blotter

05/23/16

Stillwater Police arrested Cory D. Romriell (age 48) of Broadalbin and charged him with Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration (misdemeanor) following a vehicle stop on Route 75. He was processed and released to appear in Stillwater Town Court. The arrest was handled by Ptl. Clayton Brownell.

05/30/16

Stillwater Police arrested Marquanne S. Green (age 17) of Albany and charged him with Assault 3rrd degree (misdemeanor), Criminal Obstruction of Breathing (misdemeanor) and Menacing (misdemeanor) following an incident in which he assaulted a person and threatened a neighbor. He was arraigned in Stillwater Town Court and released pending prosecution. He was issued an order of protection barring all contact with the victims. The investigation and arrest was handled by 1st Sgt. Ray Cordani and Ptl. Tom Sawyer.

05/30/16

Stillwater Police arrested Freeasia R. Riggsbee (age 17) of Troy and charged her with Assault 3rd degree (misdemeanor) and Criminal Mischief 4th degree (misdemeanor) following an incident in which she caused injuries to a person and vandalized a vehicle. She was arraigned in Stillwater Town Court abd released pending prosecution. She was issued an order of protection barring all contact with the victim. The investigation and arrest was handled by 1st Sgt. Ray Cordani and Ptl. Tom Sawyer.

05/30/16

Stillwater Police arrested Linda J. Topka (age 61) of Waterford and charged her with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 3rd degree (misdemeanor) following a vehicle stop on Route 67. She was processed and released to appear in Stillwater Town Court. The arrest was handled by Ptl. Alex Dunn.

05/31/16

Stillwater Police have referred 2 juveniles, one age 12 and other age 13, to Saratoga County Probation following an incident of vandalism on Town of Stillwater property, in which sections of fence railings and post were damaged along the bike/walking path south of Halfway House Road. The investigation was handled by 1st Sgt. Ray Cordani and Ptl. Paul Pecor.

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