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Make your New Year’s resolution now, and start making a differencein the life of a learner. There are still a few openings in the LiteracyVolunteers of Rensselaer County Winter 2015 Tutor TrainingWorkshop. We can train you to provide free tutoring to Basicliteracy learners and/or English language learners. A series of fivesessions will be held on Saturdays starting at 9:30 a.m. on January10th at the HVCC Viking Child Care Center, DCC Room BO5,Williams Road, Troy. Participants will learn how to tutor adultsusing an interactive and learner-centered whole language approach.During the training, tutors will be paired with students to beginproviding 2 hours of one-to-one or small group instruction perweek. Please come to a one-hour volunteer opportunitiesinformation session prior to enrolling in a tutor training workshop.The next information session is on Wednesday, January 7th at12:00 noon at the LVORC office, 1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy. For moreinformation and to register, call Literacy Volunteers of RensselaerCounty at 274-8526 or see our events calendar at www.lvorc.org.

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VAN RENSSELAER CHAPTER NSDAR

HOSTS C.A.R. PRESENTATION

L-R: Beth Roy, Regent of the Van Rensselaer Chapter, NSDAR,State President Philip Mosher and Senior State President,Elizabeth Mosher.The Van Rensselaer Chapter’s November’s meeting had membersfrom the Nancy Staring Society of the Children of the AmericanRevolution (C.A.R.) do a program presentation. Philip Mosher,the State President was discussing his project as raising fundsfor a bronze marker for the Herkimer Church.The Van Rensselaer Chapter, NSDAR is honored to be a sponsorfor the Nancy Staring Society, C.A.R. and is proud of theirmany accomplishments.

TEXTING OPTION ADDED TO CRIME

VICTIM NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

2014 – Rensselaer County Sheriff Jack Mahar Announces KeyImprovement to Existing Notification System. This newenhancement to the New York Sheriffs’ Victim Hotline (VINE)will enable crime victims to receive a text message notificationin the event of any change in the custody status of an offenderincarcerated in a county correctional facility in New York Stateor a correctional facility in New York City.VINE allows crime victims to learn the custody status of anoffender, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by telephone oronline. This new notification option, “SMS Text MessagingNotification,” adds text messaging to the existing notificationoptions. The additional outbound notification method will be inSpanish and English. “Crime victims need and want timely and accurate offenderinformation to proactively ensure their personal safety andthat of their families. I applaud the addition of texting andpredict crime victims will embrace this new technology,” saidSheriff Mahar.In 2014, almost 2.8 million crime victims searched the VINEDatabase, using either the toll free number (1-888-VINE-4-NY), the VINEMobile app, the Sheriffs Mobile Patrol App (bothavailable for IPhone and Android), or the website(VineLink.com). Also in 2014, over 100,000 crime victimsreceived notification of a change in their offender’s statuseither by phone or email. It is anticipated that the addition ofthe text messaging option will result in even more crime victimsreceiving timely notification of vital offender information. “Iwelcome this new feature as my office continues to seek waysto better serve the public safety needs of the citizens ofRensselaer County,” said Sheriff Mahar.

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION EVENING at

AVERILL PARK HIGH SCHOOL

The Counseling Center at Averill Park High School welcomes yourparticipation at our Financial Aid Information Evening onWednesday, January 7, 2015. This information evening is designedto assist students and parents in understanding the financial aidprocess, related forms, and actual financial awards. Come and joinus on Wednesday, January 7th, at 6:00 p.m. in the High Schoolcafeteria (snow date, January 8th). If you are interested inattending, please RSVP to the Counseling Center at (518) 674-7025or contact Jennifer Dobert by email at [email protected]

ARE YOU FEELING

LONELY?

Come and meet the God whosays, “Never will I leave you;never will I forsake you.”(Hebrews 13:5)Join us at Third PresbyterianChurch (115 Winter Street,Troy) and discover the Godwho will never leave you. OurSunday morning worshipservice begins at 10:30.Childcare is offered forchildren five and under.For more information, pleasecall the church office at 283-2420 or visitwww.thirdchurchtroy.com.

DECEMBER

BIRTHDAY

CELEBRATION

Join the seniors at theRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton onFriday, January 9, 2015, at12:30PM as we celebrateJanuary birthdays with cakeprovided by Brunswick PriceChopper. If you have anyquestions, or if you would liketo join us for our noon lunchof Tuna Bake, Wide Noodles,Leaf Spinach, Dinner Roll, andCookie for dessert, suggesteddonation of $3.00. Pleasecontact the center at 279-3413.

NEW COUNTY INSURANCE CONTRACT

APPROVED BY LEGISLATURE

Cost for Policy Remains Lower Than 20 Years AgoThe Rensselaer County Legislature approved a new countyinsurance contract at the December 9 legislative meetingfollowing an extensive competitive bidding process, Chair ofthe Legislature Martin Reid announced.The insurance policy will total $971,348, and was awarded toCool Insurance for a three-year period.The county had worked hard to develop cost-efficiencies forthe policy, anticipating a difficult market for municipal insurance.The county again retained Compass Consulting as a consultanton the policy. “This new policy is lower than policies of more than two decadesago, and reflects our commitment in County Legislature tokeeping costs low whenever possible,” said Reid.The county policy remains under $1 million, and is lower thanthe amount paid by the county in the early 1990s. A scandalover no-bid insurance contracts given to the then-Democraticchairman led to reforms and a requirement to bid the countyinsurance policy.All insurance policies that have been bid since then have beenlower than the $1.069 million policy issued in the early 1990sprior to the insurance contract scandal.County insurance policies are administered by the Clerk of theLegislature and others on legislative staff as per the CountyCharter. Reid and legislative leaders credited Clerk of theLegislature Jenet Marra for her work on the bid andadministering the county policy.By keeping the insurance administration in-house, theLegislature is further able to hold the line on expenses,legislators noted.“This new policy definitely shows the merits of the competitivebidding process and the successful management of the countyinsurance policy by the Legislature,” said Vice Chair of theLegislature for Finance Phil Danaher. “We are very happy to insurance costs come back at areasonable rate that provides adequate coverage for countygovernment while remaining affordable for taxpayers,” saidMajority Leader Ken Herrington.

MAVENS OF MAYHEM MYSTERY AUTHORS

The Mavens of Mayhem, local chapter of the Sisters in Crime,will have a panel of mystery authors at the East GreenbushLibrary 12 Noon - 3 PM, Saturday, January 31st. After theprogram, authors will sign books and books will be available forpurchase. This event is sponsored by the East GreenbushLibrary and the Nassau Free Library. The program is free andopen to the public, but please register at 477-7476.

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VAN RENSSELAER NSDAR PARTICIPATES IN

NATURALIZATON CEREMONY

Hon. Andrew G. Ceresia, andhonorary Regent Carol Haidrepresenting the VanRensselaer Chapter.The Van Rensselaer Chapter,Daughters of the AmericanRevolution had the honor andpleasure of participating in aNaturalization ceremony thattook place on December 12,2014 at the RensselaerCounty Court house in Troy.The sixty brand new citizens,after taking their Oath that

was administered by Richard Reilly, Chief Clerk, received theirCertificates from Hon. Andrew G. Ceresia, Presiding ActingSupreme Court Justice State of New York. Flags were providedby the Van Rensselaer Chapter NSDAR of Troy.

CEN SCHOLARSHIP

The Chief Executives Network for Manufacturing of the CapitalRegion, Inc. (CEN) is an association of manufacturers locatedin the Capital Region. To encourage students to consider careersin manufacturing, CEN will once again be offering $1,000scholarships to be awarded to applicants who are: High schoolseniors graduating in 2015 and accepted at an accredited twoor four year college, university, or trade school; or Collegestudents enrolled at the undergraduate level in an accreditedtwo or four year college, university or trade school; andStudents planning to enroll in a major which can lead to qualifyingfor a position with a manufacturer; and Residents of one of thefollowing eleven Capital Region counties: Albany, Columbia,Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga,Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, and Washington.CEN limits the number of scholarships that an individual can winto 2 in any 4 year period. The deadline for filing applicationswith the CEN Scholarship Committee is March 31, 2015.Applications are available on the CEN website. If you have anyquestions, please contact Karin Kasparian at [email protected] at (518) 465-8975, ext 253.

ELKS NATIONAL and

STATE SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications are now available for the Elks National Foundationand the New York State Elks Association scholarships. Thereare two types of Elks scholarships. The national scholarship isopen to all New York State high school seniors. These seniorsneed not be the child of a member of the Elks. The statescholarships are for high school seniors whose parent is amember in good standing in the Order of Elks. Forms for thesescholarships may be obtained online at the Elks website(www.Elks.org/enf/scholars). The same application is used forboth national and state scholarships, but the state must besubmitted with an additional cover page which is available atnys.elks.org or at the student’s school guidance office. Thechairman of the scholarship committee of the Rensselaer Lodgeof Elks No. 2073 is Errol Fitzgerald (477-5427).

CENTER BRUNSWICK UMC ANNOUNCES

AVAILABILITY OF FINANCIAL AID GRANT

The Finance Committee of the Center Brunswick UnitedMethodist Church announced that it will award $1000 to astudent to be selected from the Tamarac High School Class of2015. The money may be used for any type of expenses relatedto further education. Students do not have to belong to thisChurch or any other church or religion to be eligible for thisaward. Interested students must apply for this award no laterthan April 1, 2015. Application forms can be obtained from theschool’s guidance department or directly from the Church.This award is given in memory of Harold and Mabel Keyes,whose last will and testament created the trust that providesthe funding for it.The Center Brunswick United MethodistChurch is located at the intersection of Routes 7 and 142, just3 miles east of Troy. For more information about the KeyesEducation Award, or other Church activities, contact theReverend Arthur Hagy at 279-9705 (office) or 279-4778(parsonage). Applications will also be available at the Churchand from the Tamarac guidance department.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

It’s been over 400 years since Henry Hudson sailed up theHudson River, beginning a series of events that left a hugemark on our area. Previously our Dutch history was almost afootnote, overshadowed by that of the English. Because ofthe New York State Library’s New Netherland Research Center(formerly the New Netherland Project), there is a revival ofinterest in the strong Dutch influence and history of our area.The Sand Lake Historical Society is proud to announce twoprograms highlighting our Dutch ancestors and the incredibleinfluence they had. On Tuesday, January 13th, Heidi Hill,Historic Site Manager for Ft. Crailo and Schuyler Mansion, willentertain and educate us with Sustenance and Style: Diningand Food Ways of the 17th Century Dutch in the HudsonValley. On Tuesday, February 10th, Dr. Janny Venema, Authorand Reseacher of the New Netherland Research Center, willpresent Kiliaen van Rensselaer, Beverwijck and the NewNetherland Research Center. Her talk will include informationfrom her books, Kiliaen Van Rensselaer (1586-1643): Designinga New World and Beverwijck: A Dutch Village on the AmericanFrontier, 1652-1664. She will also cover charity in Beverwijckand the work they are doing at the New Netherland Institutein Albany. The period covered will not go beyond 1664.Please join us for these incredible programs at the Sand LakeTown Hall in Sand Lake at 7:30 p.m. For more informationabout The Sand Lake Historical Society, membership andhistorical markers, and events, check out our web site at http://sandlakehistory.org

CONGRESSMAN GIBSON APPLAUDS NY

FARM-TO-SCHOOL PROGRAM

Congressman Chris Gibson (NY-19) applauded theannouncement that New York is one of eight states selectedfor participation in the USDA Pilot Project for Procurement ofUnprocessed Fruits and Vegetables, which supports thepurchase of locally-sourced produce by school lunch programs.Congressman Gibson, a member of the House AgricultureCommittee, advocated for inclusion of the farm-to-schoolinitiative in the federal Farm Bill. “I look forward to working with farmers and educators in theHudson Valley and Catskills to establish new farm-to-schoolpartnerships in the coming year through this exciting program,”said Congressman Gibson. “Our region is home to hundreds ofinnovative farmers reaching out to new markets for wholesome,local food. It makes sense to encourage school districts tokeep their food-buying dollars closer to home, providinghealthful lunch options that help students connect with localagriculture.”The New York State Office of General Services will administerthe procurement project, which allows school districts to use aportion of their USDA Foods program funding to purchaseunprocessed fruits and vegetables directly.In addition to New York, the USDA named the following pilotproject participants in a December 8 announcement: California,Connecticut, Michigan, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, andWisconsin.

RENSSELAER COUNTY TROY SENIOR

CENTER DECEMBER SCHEDULE

The Troy Senior Center, 19 Third St., Troy is open Monday-Friday from 8:30-3:00. The Center offers a full gym opendaily with a personal trainer; legal assistance; and we serve anoon-time meal. All of the programs and services are availableto seniors 60 and over. Membership is FREE! Here is a scheduleof our routine daily programs:Mondays: 9:15 Aerobics; 1:00-3:00 Gym Personal Trainer;12:30 Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes; 12:45 Pinochle.Tuesdays: 9:00 Knitting & Crocheting; 11:00 Brain & MotorSkills.Wednesdays: 9:00 Swimming at Lansingburgh Boys & GirlsClub; 9:15 Aerobics; 10:30 Dice Game; 11:00 Brain & MotorSkills; 1:00-3:00 Gym Personal Trainer; 1:00 Bingo.Thursdays: 9:00 Crafts; 10:00 Osteo Aerobics; 10:30 cardgames; 11:00 Brain & Motor Skills; 12:45 Pokeno; 1:00 Linedancing.Fridays: 9:15 Aerobics; 10:30 Bible Study; 1:00-3:00 GymPersonal Trainer; 1:00 Bingo.Stop in and pick up a schedule of special events held eachmonth.

HIGHLIGHT ACTING TROUPE AUDITIONS

for MUSICAL “INTO THE WOODS”

The Highlight Acting Troupe will be holding auditions for themusical “Into The Woods”, book by James Lapine, music andlyrics by Stephen Sondheim on Friday, January 9, at 7 pm; andSunday, January 11, at 2 pm. Auditions will be held at theCenter Brunswick United Methodist Church, Rt. 7. The showwill be directed by Andrew Osterhout with Robin Dickinson-Sawyer assisting.The story follows a Baker and his wife who wish to have a child.Cinderella who wishes to attend the King’s Festival and Jackwho wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and hiswife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’scurse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse.Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of theiractions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.The cast consists of 7 males between the ages of 16 and 60and 11 females between the ages of 13 and 60. For furtherinformation, call Andrew at 461-8371 or email him [email protected]. Visit our website at http://www.highlightacting.com.

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AGE 60 OR OLDER?You’re invited to attend a discussion about Elder CaregivingCatholic Charities Caregivers Support Services.• 3rd Wednesday of the month - 12:00-1:00 pm; St. John’s-St. Joseph’s Parish House, (Co-facilitated with ParishNurse), 50 Herrick Street, Rensselaer, NY 12144• 4th Wednesday of the month - 6:00 – 7:15 pm; EastGreenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, EastGreenbush, NY 12061To RSVP - Call Eldercare Respite Coordinator 346-1852 ext. 1or 6. Refreshments always provided.This program is provided by Catholic Charities CaregiversSupport Services & is sponsored by the Albany CountyDepartment for Aging, Rensselaer County Unified FamilyServices, The New York State Office for Aging, & TheAdministration on Aging.Tammy Childrose, Rensselaer County Dept. for Aging RESOLVE TO GIVE BLOOD IN JANUARY

FOR NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTHThe American Red Cross asks eligibleblood donors to make a resolution to giveblood regularly in 2015, beginning withNational Blood Donor Month in January.National Blood Donor Month recognizes

the importance of giving blood and platelets while honoringthose who roll up a sleeve to help patients in need. It hasbeen observed during January since 1970, and that’s nocoincidence. Winter is an especially difficult time to collectenough blood to meet patient needs. Unpredictable winterweather can result in blood drive cancellations, and seasonalillnesses, like the flu, may cause some donors to be unable tomake or keep blood donation appointments.Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with Onegative, A negative and B negative. With a shelf life of 42days, red blood cells must be constantly replenished tomaintain an adequate supply for patients. Individuals whocome out to give blood Jan. 1 through Jan. 4 will receive along-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.To learn more about donating blood and to schedule anappointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visitredcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).Upcoming blood donation opportunities• 1/3/2015: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Our Lady of Victory Church, 55North Lake Avenue, Troy; • 1/5/2015: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., EastGreenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, EastGreenbush; • 1/6/2015: 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Troy Record,501 Broadway, Troy; • 1/7/2015: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., St MarysHospital, 1300 Massachusetts Ave., Troy; • 1/9/2015: 8 a.m.- 1 p.m., Troy Boys and Girls Club, 1700 7th Avenue, Troy; •1/9/2015: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., Brunswick Elks, 655 BrunswickRoad, Troy; • 1/10/2015: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Valley Falls UnitedMethodist Church, 22 State Street, Valley Falls; • 1/12/2015:1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, 17 SouthMain Street, Berlin; • 1/12/2015: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., AmericanLegion Post 1489, Main Ave., Wynantskill; • 1/12/2015: 1p.m. - 6 p.m., American Legion Post 1489, Main Ave.,Wynantskill; • 1/14/2015: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Pitney Bowes, OneGlobal View, Troy; • 1/15/2015: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., St Mary’sChurch, 26 Church Street, Nassau.

DEPRESSION/

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GROUPDepression/Bipolar SupportGroup: Peer-run, for adultsages 18 and older on Mondayevenings from 6:30 - 7:30 PM,at St. Mary’s Hospital, Troy.“Together We Thrive”. Formore information, ordirections, contact: JoAnne at518-268-7872.

FOOD ADDICTS IN

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MEETINGAre you having troublecontrolling the way you eat?You are not alone. Today thereis a solution. Food Addicts inRecovery Anonymous (FA) -No Dues, No Fees, No Weigh-ins. Weekly meetings onSaturdays at 9:00 AM at theChurch of St. Mary ParishCenter, 163 ColumbiaTurnpike, Rensselaer. ContactGinny at 465-5469 orwww.foodaddicts.org.

FREE HEARING

CLINICRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Graftoncontinues to offer a freemonthly hearing clinic with anindependent instrumenthearing specialist, (who willalso clean your hearing aids).January clinic will be held onWednesday, January 28,2015, at 10:30AM. AllRensselaer County seniors 60years of age and olderwelcome, reservations arerequired, 279-3413.

BLOOD PRESSURE

CLINICRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton,will be holding its monthlyblood pressure clinic on Friday,January 9, 2015, at 10:30AMwith Rensselaer County’sHealth Department. Noappointment is necessary. Ifyou have any questions, orwould like to join us for lunchat noon for a suggesteddonation of $3.00, pleasecontact the center at 279-3413. Reservations requiredfor lunch.

“HEALING FROM

LOSS” SUPPORT

GROUPSt. Timothy’s Church, 470Winter St. Ext., No.Greenbush, NYStarting Monday, 1/12/15,5:00 – 6:00 pmTo support those in processof healing: suffering a loss orhardship, such as death,divorce, illness, loss of a pet,job or financial loss. You arewelcome to come and bring afriend who may need hope,support, or encouragement.The class will be $10 persession and led by SusanAustin MD, and Liz Macris RN,Parish Nurse.For more information and toregister, please call 479-3432.

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LOCAL STUDENTS HONORED as HVCC

FOUNDATION AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS for

INCOMING, CURRENT STUDENTSNearly 100 Hudson Valley Community College students receivedhonors and scholarships at the annual Hudson Valley CommunityCollege Foundation Scholarship Reception on Friday, Nov. 14.Each year, the college Foundation recognizes students whowere awarded scholarships this past year as well as the donorswho make these scholarships possible. The reception took placein the McDonough Sports Complex.Several local residents were among the honorees: Jared Raiaof Troy, who received the Aimee Lynn Pyskadlo MemorialScholarship; Kevin Pallozzi of Schaghticoke, who received theDave ’64 and Jill Fry Technology Scholarship; Jannie Philpot ofTroy, who received the Doug and Ann Baldry Scholarship;Lorraine Jackson of Troy, who received the Dr. Joseph J. BulmerEducational Opportunity Scholarship; William Hollenbeck of Troy,who received the Elizabeth DeFeo Memorial Scholarship;Lindsey DeCamp of West Sand Lake, who received the FrankHanrahan Memorial Scholarship; Samuel Mahan of Rensselaer,who received the Frank Hanrahan Memorial Scholarship; JacobWilensky of Troy, who received the Frank J. Ryan ’69 MemorialScholarship; Zachary DeJoseph of Averill Park, who receivedthe Grainger Tools for Tomorrow Scholarship; Lorraine Jacksonof Troy, who received the Hollie Sharp Lainhart MemorialScholarship; Sean Willie of East Nassau, who received theJames P. Conley ’57 Family Scholarship; Mason Kane of WestSand Lake, who received the Kevin H. Davidson MemorialScholarship; Nicholas Tetreault of Troy, who received the MakeGreat Things Happen Scholarship; Drew Savoy of Troy, whoreceived the Michael Such Criminal Justice Scholarship; GenesisAlvarado of Castleton on Hudson, who received the Otto V.Guenther Scholarship; Kalinda Bono of Castleton-on-the-Hudson, who received the Otto V. Guenther Scholarship;Lindsey Hecker of Troy, who received the Otto V. GuentherScholarship; Sabrina Fitzgerald of Schaghticoke, who receivedthe Pioneer Bank Scholarship in Memory of John M. Scarchill;Drew Savoy of Troy, who received the Raymond J. StastnyMemorial Scholarship; Nicholas Casale of Troy, who receivedthe Rensselaer County Association of Town Superintendentsof Highways Scholarship; Ashley Gallagher of Troy, who receivedthe Roy J. McDonald ’67 G.I. Scholarship; Dywana Cunninghamof Troy, who received the Second Chance Scholarship; TashonaJamison of Troy, who received the Second Chance Scholarship;Parissa Torres of Troy, who received the Second ChanceScholarship; Desiree Dukes of Troy, who received the TheWomen’s Fund of the Capital Region Scholarship; Megan Poirotof Rensselaer, who received the The Women’s Fund of theCapital Region Scholarship; Raymond Schoonmaker ofSchaghticoke, who received the Troy Police Sgt. Michael BlairScholarship; Sean Walsh of Troy, who received the William E.Peck ’82 Memorial Scholarship; Sean Walsh of Troy, who receivedthe William G. Muller Continuing Education Scholarship;Mackenzie Webb of Rensselaer, who received the Women’sEnterprises@Hudson Valley Community College Scholarship.

LOCAL STUDENTS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS

at CLARKSON UNIVERSITYThe following local students received scholarships at ClarksonUniversity during the 2014-2015 academic year:Jonathan Gavitt of Rensselaer, N.Y., majoring in mechanicalengineering, received the J. Paul Nessler ’69 Memorial EndowedScholarship. Maria Harrington of Troy, N.Y., majoring in biology,received the Theodore Sr. and Wanda McWharf EndowedScholarship. Anthony Ruggiero of Castleton, N.Y., majoring inchemical engineering, received the Ernest ’42 and ConstanceRichmond Memorial Endowed Scholarship and the Elwyn J.Rodee Endowed Scholarship. Mark Ross-Hixson of Johnsonville,N.Y., majoring in mechanical engineering, received the Ernest’42 and Constance Richmond Memorial Endowed Scholarship.Joann Burridge of Troy, N.Y., majoring in civil engineering,received the William H. ’53 and Beverly Lane EndowedScholarship. Kylie Ring of Troy, N.Y., majoring in biomolecularscience, received the Brian Y. Changlai MD, PhD ’70, Mary C.Daye MD ’71 and Brian A. Changlai MD Endowed Scholarship.Nicholas Kern of Castleton on Hudson, N.Y., majoring inmechanical engineering, received the Ernest ’42 and ConstanceRichmond Memorial Endowed Scholarship and the David Scaringe’01 Memorial Sponsored Scholarship. Adam Graham of EastGreenbush, N.Y., majoring in civil engineering, received theHarold A. and Dorothy Putnam Endowed Scholarship.

DO YOU NEED HEALTH INSURANCE?The Open Enrollment period for New York State of Health is from November 15, 2014 – February 15, 2015. Join us at the TroyPublic Library’s Lansingburgh Branch on Tuesday, January 6th, from 4PM-7PM to explore your options. UAlbany Navigators willbe on hand to assist you and can help you apply. The UAlbany navigators take the time to help each person look at the taxcredits they might be eligible for to lower the cost of health insurance and then to choose an insurance plan that best meets eachperson’s healthcare needs. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is necessary. For more information, and tomake an appointment, call 518-442-3854 or email [email protected]. The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch islocated at 27 114th Street, Troy, NY.


KERRY JUDGE NAMED THE LOHNES

4-H AWARD RECIPIENTKerry Judge, RensselaerCounty 4-H member anddaughter of Art and Margaret(Peg) Judge of Troy, is therecipient of the 4-H LohnesAward.The Lohnes Award is acitizenship/sportsmanshipaward sponsored by BobLohnes of Schaghticoke. Theaward recognizes anoutstanding seniorRensselaer County 4-H Horseproject member. Kerry isactive in the Stablemates 4-H Club. Kerry has

participated in all aspects of the horse program for 12 years.She has participated in Horse Bowl and Horse Communicationsover the years at the county, state and national levels. Kerrywas on the 2012 NYS Horse Communication team and competedat the National 4-H Roundup in Kentucky. In the past 2 years,Kerry has been a 4-H Teen Leader focusing on helping behindthe scenes at club and county events playing a more activerole in sharing her knowledge and assisting with the operationand facilitation of events. Kerry is currently a senior at TroyHigh School. The Lohnes Awardee is nominated and selectedby the members of the 9 different 4-H Horse Clubs in RensselaerCounty. If you are interested in learning more about 4-H inyour area, contact your respective Cooperative Extensionoffice. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County isan Equal Opportunity Employer and Programmer.

EPIPHANY CONCERTEpiphany Concertby Carollynn andGene Langley, onJanuary 6th, at6:30 pm, at SalemUnited MethodistChurch in WestSand Lake. Welcome the NewYear and celebrate theVisitation of the Kings to theBaby Jesus. Come in from thecold and enjoy the music &share l ight refreshments!Salem UMC is located at 349Shaver Rd., just off Rt-150,South of Rt-43. For moreinformation, please call theChurch Office, M-F, 9:00am to12:30pm at 674-3106.

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Grade 9 - Hannah Brisee,Ryan Gutheil, Emma Limoges,Cait l in O’Neil l , KatherineRollins.Grade 10 - Payton Bielawski,Amanda Bourne, ChristinaBucci, Sarah Garzione,Hannah Katz.Grade 11 - Kathryn Bartosik,James Clark, Daniel LaPointe,Benjamin Mil ler, StephenRyan, Aleksandra Wocher.Grade 12 - Li l ia Flynn,Hannah Middleton, EmilyOliver, Kevin O’Neil l,Samantha St. Germain.

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THREE PATHS TO PUBLISHINGJoin us at the Troy Public Library on Saturday, January 10,from 1PM-3PM for a publishing workshop. Is this the year youwant to take that manuscript out of the drawer and try to getpublished? Are you aching to write a book, but not sure whatcomes after? Come hear from three local authors who’ve takenthree different paths to publication.JENNY MILCHMAN had a 13-year journey to publication beforeher debut novel was published by Penguin Random House.Cover of Snow won the 2013 Mary Higgins Clark Award, earnedpraise from the New York Times, and was chosen as an IndieNext and Target Pick. Ruin Falls came out the following year tostarred reviews, and Jenny’s third thriller, As Night Falls, willbe released this June. Jenny recently returned from “theworld’s longest book tour.”DIANE CAMERON is a newspaper columnist who authoredCentral Recovery Press’s Out of the Woods: A Woman’s Guideto Long-Term Recovery as well as a collection of essays andcolumns – Looking for Signs – that she published through TroyBook Makers. She is also the Director of Development at Troy’sUnity House.SANDRA HUTCHISON is the indie author of her own SheerHubris Press’s novels The Awful Mess: A Love Story (a KindleBestseller) and The Ribs and Thigh Bones of Desire. A formeracquisitions editor and marketing manager at Prentice Hall andPearson, she also teaches writing at Hudson Valley CommunityCollege.This program is free and open to the public. Registration isnecessary. For more information and to register, call the libraryat 274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The TroyPublic Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy, NY.

AVERILL PARK ANNOUNCES

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONThe Averill Park School District has begun theprocess of registering boys and girls for the2015-2016 Kindergarten Classes. If you, or

Z. BELL REENLISTS FOR CONTINUED

SERVICE IN NY ARMY NATIONAL GUARDCitizen Soldier from Troy extends

service to state and nationMajor General Patrick A. Murphy, the Adjutant General,announces the recent reenlistment of members of the NewYork Army National Guard in recognition of their continuingcommitment to serve community, state and nation as part ofthe Army National Guard. Sergeant Zachary Bell from Troy,N.Y. has reenlisted to continue service with the Intelligenceand Sustainment Company, 42nd Infantry Division. “The NewYork Army National Guard has sustained our force at or above100 percent strength for the better part of five years now,”Murphy said. “Keeping those ready forces in our ranks meanthat New York is ready to provide forces for state missionshere at home, as we saw during Hurricane Sandy or for thefederal missions supporting our nation around the countryand around the world.” For more information about the NewYork Army National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov orwww.1800goguard.com.

someone youknow, has achild who willbe five yearsof age on or

before December 1, 2015please contact the districtregistrar at 674-7050extension 2819 to make surethat the child is listed on ourschool census. This wil lguarantee that you wil lreceive al l upcomingkindergarten information bymail. Registration paperworkshould be hand delivered bythe parent or guardian to thedistrict registrar at the districtoffice at the Averill Park HighSchool during the month ofFebruary. Registration hoursare Monday through Fridayfrom 8 AM to 3:30 PM withextended evening hours onFebruary 6th & 25th until 7PM. Registration forms areaccepted on a walk-in basisonly. No appointment isrequired. All paperwork mustbe completed by 02-27-2015.New York State Public HealthLaw, Section 2164, requiresthat al l pupils must beimmunized as follows for yourchild to attend school: 4-5doses of diphtheria, tetanus,and pertussis (given as DTaPor DTP); 3-5 doses of poliovaccine (usually as IPV); 1dose of MMR vaccine after 12months of age; 3 doses ofHepatitis B Vaccine given in a6 month period of time; 2 doseof varicella vaccine (chickenpox) administered after 12months of age.


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SENIORSAre you still employed, age 60or over working in downtownTroy… If so, we have a lunchdeal for you! The Troy SeniorCenter is open Mondaythrough Friday serving adelicious and nutritious noontime meal for a suggestedcontribution of $2.00!!Membership is FREE! Don’tmiss out, stop by to sign upand take a tour of ourbeautiful building. As anadded bonus, al l NEWmembers will receive onecomplimentary lunch ticket.More information about ourcenter, menu, and servicescan be found atwww.rensco.com AgingDepartment, or call us at 270-5348.

SPECIAL DINNEROn Wednesday, January 14,2015, the Nutrit ionDepartment wil l hold itsmonthly special dinner atnoon at the RensselaerCounty’s Everett WagarSenior Center, 2 RoxboroughRoad, Grafton. Menu will be:Roast Beef w/ Gravy, BakedPotato, Broccoli w/ LoNaCheese Sauce, PumpernickelBread, and StrawberryPineapple Shortcake w/Topping for dessert.Entertainment will begin at11AM with Brian Zapel. Ourwonderful complete lunch isavailable to all RensselaerCounty Seniors age 60 andolder Monday thru Friday atnoon for a suggestedcontribution of $3.00. Stopin anytime Mon. – Fri. 9:00 –3:00 pm for a completemonthly menu and activitiescalendar. Please call 279-3485 to make yourreservations for lunch.

GOOD FOOD IDEASRensselaer County’sCooperative Extension will beon hand Wednesday, January7, 2015, at 11AM, at theRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Graftonfor our monthly Good FoodIdeas cooking demonstration;this month’s topic will be “NewYear-New You”. There will befree recipes and samples foreveryone who attends.Please join us for lunch atnoon, Sliced Chicken w/ AlaKing Sauce, Baked Potato,Broccoli, Whole Wheat bread,and Fruited Gelatin w/ Toppingfor dessert. Our nutritiousmeals are available Mondaythrough Friday to al lRensselaer County seniors 60years and older for asuggested donation of $3.00.Reservation for lunchrequired, please call 279-3485.

CRUISING SOLOCruising Solo isp l a n n i n gmeetings forWed., Jan 7, RmA; and Feb. 11,Rm B at 6 at theEast GreenbushLibrary. At ourJan. meeting, we

will be talking about planningour National Parks andCanadian Rocky trips. Also indiscussion will be a trip toAustralia/ New Zealand in early2016. We have someinterested in a 2015 rivercruise in France or Germany.A 4 day trip to Washington DCis planned for April and roomsare being held. This would bedriving and seeing the sights.Also in discussion is a land tripto France to see Paris, LoireValley and areas near, andnewly thought of SouthAmerica. This group is foranyone who would like totravel whether single, marriedor couples. We are alwaysopen to new ideas and hopethey work out! Please e-mailor cal l 273-7861 withquestions. We sometimescancel, so it is best to callahead. Milly

JOHNNY RABBS

BIG BANDOn Sat-u r d a y ,January2 4 t h ,2 0 1 5 ,T h eSons ofT h eAmerican Legion wil l behosting Johnny Rabbs BigBand with special guests,performing all your rockin’favorites. This is our largestfundraising event of the year,and as part of The LegionFamily, our main goal is to raisefunds aimed at improving thequality of life for our Nation’schi ldren and veterans.Advance tickets are availableat The American Legion, 111Main Ave., Wynantskill for $10ea. prior to 1/10; after 1/10,$12. Also, seating is availablewith a reserved table of eightonly. Doors open at 6PM withmusic from 7PM-11PM.Supporters can enjoy drinkspecials and are welcome tobring their own food/snacks.This event has sold out quicklythe past four years, soreserve early. Please join usfor a Rockin’ good time for aRockin’ good cause. For moreinfo., call Bill at 441-0013.

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Texas Hold’em PokerTournament Fundraiser onJanuary 3rd, at the West SandLake Vol. Fire Department Hall,3695 NY Route 43. Time: 1PM- doors open at 12PM. $25entry donation, $40 buy-ingoes to the prize pool, $20additional add-on available andgoes to prize pool. Freerefreshments and lunch will beserved. All Walk-ins welcome.Bring your Family and Friends,and hope to see you at theFinal Winners Table. For moreinformation, call Patty at 674-3657 or the Fire Hall the dayof the event at 674-3677.Future Poker Tournamentdates: Feb. 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4,and May 2, 2015.

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PRESENT “SYLVIA” - OPENING JAN. 16thSand Lake Center for theArts-Circle Theatre Playerspresents “Sylvia”, A. R.Gurney’s adult comedy,where nothing is as universalas loving your dog, but when

she eats a serious hold in a 22 year marriage, life at homebecomes tense. Directed by Joan Fuess and produced byStephanie Weiss, “Sylvia” opens on Jan 16, and continues Jan17, 22, 23, 24, at 8 pm and Sunday, Jan 18 and 25, at 2:30 pm.Tickets are $16 adults, $10 under 18. Reservations can bemade at 518-674-2007 or www.slca-ctp.org. SLCA is locatedat 2880 NY 43, Averill Park, NY, is fully handicapped accessiblewith plenty of free parking.

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BREAKFASTThe Poestenkil l ChristianChurch, 721 Snyder’s CornersRd., Poestenkill, will have itsmonthly Al l-You-Can-EatBreakfast on January 3rd,from 8AM - 11AM. Cost is $7.00for adults and $3.50 forchildren under 10. Menuincludes eggs, sausage,bacon, toast, homefries,pancakes, french toast, juice,coffee or tea.

SOUPER SUPPERThe Valley Fal ls UnitedMethodist Church, 16 StateStreet, will hold one of itsSuper Souper Suppers onSunday, January 11th, from4:30 to 6:00 pm. Featuredwill be a wide variety of soupsplus bread, muffins, drinks,and dessert for only sevendollars – children under 6 free.Tickets are available at thedoor. The church ishandicapped accessible. Fortickets and information, call541-3039 or 753-6028, orcheck our website atwww.valleyfallsunitedmethodist.com.

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As part of a multi-yearcommitment to Habitat forHumanity, members of the LaSalle Institute senior class arepictured at 204 SheridanAvenue in Albany, NY. Oversixty housing units will be builtin the next few years, and thestudents are dedicated to help“change lives with homes.”

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The Basement on First Street,a thrift shop located in St.John’s Episcopal Church inTroy is open on Wed. and Sat.from 9 till noon. We haveplenty of warm clothing andlots of interesting items tobrowse through. Come in onSat. and enjoy free coffee andpastries and breads courtesyof Panera Bread. You may alsoenjoy a bible study at 10:00.Don’t forget our Christmas Fairon December 6th and thethrift shop will be opening itsChristmas room that day also.We have all new items. Lotsof gifts and decorations.

On 06/16/2014 Eastside marina,LLC filed Articles of Organizationwith the secretary of state of NewYork. The office location isRennsealer County, at 347 riverbend road Troy, New York12182.The SSNY has beendesignated a agent of LLC. TheLLC is organized for any and alllawful business.

Notice of Formation of LimitedLiability Company. Name:MENARD PROPERTIES LLC.Articles of Organization filed withthe Department of State of NY onMay 17, 2011. Office location,County of Rensselaer. Secretaryof State ("SSNY") has beendesignated as agent of the LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of such process served to:2168 5th Avenue, Troy, NewYork 12180. Purpose: any lawfulact.

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LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The name of the company will beMidwest Renewables InvestmentGroup LLC. The Company wasorganized upon the filing of theCompany's Articles ofOrganization with the New YorkState Secretary of State(“NYSS”) on November 12, 2014.Office location: RensselaerCounty, New York. The streetaddress for the Company'sprincipal business location is 120AVandenburgh Place, Troy, NewYork 12180. SSNY has beendesignated as the agent uponwhom process against it may beserved. The Company's durationis perpetual until dissolved. SSNYshall mail process to John D.Rodgers, Esq. Deily & Glastetter,LLP, 8 Thurlow Terrace, Albany,NY 12203. The company wasformed for any lawful purpose.

APARTMENTS FORRENT

$650+ utils. W.Stephentown, 2 br,2nd flr, new kitch., dishwasherwash/dry, refs., sec. Ideal for 1 or2 people. 858-5776

$800+ EG/WSL, 2br, newlyrenovated, beaut. country setting,o/s prkg. Adults only. NS/NP Sec.req’d. 506-1375 or 477-7789

2 BR, $660. No dogs, no smoking.West Sand Lake. Available Feb.1st. 674-1111

Averill Park - 1BR, heat & HWincl. 2nd flr., screened-in porch$750. Available now. 518-461-5885

EG: 1BR $765. Heat, h/w incl.Well maint., new kitchen & newlyrenovated. Dishwasher & newappliances Exc. cond., quietcomplex. NP Sec refs lease. 449-2122

First month free! 100 Broad St.Waterford. Brand new luxuryspacious 2 BR, stainless steelappl’s, ceiling fans, c/a, w/d,window treatments, manyextras.$1000+. Call Eric (518)527-7225

Wynantskill, 2 BR’s $900- $1120.INCLUDES HEAT. Wellmaintained country property. 1 1/2garage. 10 min. to Troy, 20 min. toAlbany. AP school, private, nosmoking, no dogs. 813-6795.

HOUSE FOR RENT2 BR, 1 ba. country road. Yard,new furnace, West Sand Lake. Nopets, sec., refs. $895+ util. 712-5258

2-3 BR house, quiet country road.Nassau. Garbage included. $1050rent with lawn care and snowremoval $1100. +sec. 669-5174

Renss. Newly renovated 2 BR,LR, DR, lg bath, w/d hkups, newfrige and microwave, d/w. Frontand back deck. Small yard. Quietroad. NS. $850+ util. 732-7345

Schodack 2 BR, decks, o/s pavedprkng, w/d hkup. plowing /lawncare incl $975. No pets 368-6604

LEGAL NOTICENotice of Formation of 1143 Route40 LLC. Arts. of Org. filed withSecy. of State of NY (SSNY) on11/18/14. Office location:Rensselaer County. SSNYdesignated as agent of LLC uponwhom process against it may beserved. SSNY shall mail processto: 1143 Rt. 40, Schaghticoke, NY12154. Purpose: any lawfulactivities.

LEGAL NOTICEChon-Ji Defensive Arts, LLC Arts.of Org. filed with Secy. of State ofNY (SSNY) on 11/20/14. Office inRensselaer Cnty. SSNY desig.agent of LLC upon whom processagainst it may be served. SSNYshall mail process to 60 RailroadPlace, Suite 502, SaratogaSprings, NY 12866. Purpose:General.

Notice of Formation of Collar CityCollective, LLC. Arts of Org. filedwith New York Secy of State(SSNY) on 11/25/14. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY is designated as agent ofLLC upon whom process againstit may be served. SSNY shall mailprocess to: 18 2nd St, Troy, NY12180. Purpose: any lawfulactivity.

CHAIR YOGA

Yoga is a stress reliever. Itimproves balance, flexibilityand strength. When combinedwith light weights, whereappropriate, it can be evenmore beneficial. It’s free, it’sfun and there is no obligation.Wear loose clothing and let’sstretch and relax! Classes areon Mondays and Wednesdaysat 10:00 am, at theRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton,you may join at any time. It’sa mind and body rejuvenation.Yoga is something people ofall ages and abilities can cometogether and do. If you haveany questions, or would liketo join us for lunch afterexercise, please contact thecenter at 279-3413.

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PUBLIC NOTICEPlease take notice that theorganizational meeting for theNassau Fire District #1 of theTown of Nassau, County ofRensselaer New York, will be heldon the 7th day of January, 2015,at 6:30 pm on that day at 26Chatham Street, Nassau, NY12123This notification is being given tothe news media pursuant to theprovisions of Section 94 of thePublic Officers Law of the State ofNew York.By order of the Board of FireCommissioners of the NassauFire District #1.Mary Wrobel, SecretaryNassau Fire District #1

Organizational MeetingEast Schodack Fire District No. 1Route 150, East Schodack, NY

12063Please take notice that theorganizational meeting for theEast Schodack Fire District No. 1of the Town of Schodack, NewYork will be held on Monday,January 5, 2015, at 7 pm, at thefire station on NY Route 150, EastSchodack, NY Pursuant to theprovision of Section 94 of thePublic Officers Law of the State ofNY.Also be advised the Board ofCommissioners of East SchodackFire District shall establish aCapital Reserve Building Fund,Capital Reserve Equipment Fund,and a Capital Reserve ApparatusFund. The Fire District herebydirects the Treasurer to Depositfunds into these Capital ReserveFunds, as directed by the Board ofCommissioners, pursuant toSection 6 of the GeneralMunicipal Law. Furthermore let itbe known that the voters of theDistrict approved theestablishment of such funds at theElection/Vote on December 9,2014.Katie Bartlett, SecretaryBoard of Fire CommissionersEast Schodack Fire District No.1NY Rt 150, East Schodack, NY

LEGAL NOTICE

APPLIANCE REPAIRMost brands incl. Sears. Promptservice. Mike Horowitz 477-8378

CHIMNEY CLEANINGChimney cleaning & repairs, woodstoves installed. Insured,experienced. Don Bradley 674-2444

CASH FOR JUNK CARS$200-$500. Free pick-up. 365-3368

CLEAN-OUTSSpecializing in residential andcommercial clean-ups, attics,bs’mts, garages, estates, insured.Simple Solutions - Mark 283-6527

CLEANOUTS AND DEMOFree est.cheaper than a dumpster& we do all the work. 339-3369

DIVORCEUncontested papers prepared$349 Incl. poor person app. BBBrated. Info call 274-0380.

DRAIN CLEANINGFull service drain cleaning &repairs, incl. camera/videoinspections. Emergency serviceAPS Sewer & Drain Cleaning 674-0908

ELECTRICAL WORKInstallations & repairs. Qualitywork, reas. rates. Steve 364-7231

ELECTRICIANLammon Electric. Full lic. & ins.25yrs exp., res./comm. Stand byGenerac generator. 274-5100

FIREWOOD ORDER NOWCut, split, del., all hardwood. Semiseasoned $180/cord 658-2303

FIREWOODSeasoned wood $300/cord. Greenwood $215. 470-7399

FIREWOOD- SEASONEDFace cord $120,1 cord $300, Freedelivery. 833-4693

GUTTERS/ SEAMLESSThe Gutter Guy. Cleaning & repairalso avail. Fully ins. 24 yrs. exp.339-3231

HANDYMAN30 years experience. Kitchens,baths, carpentry, plumbing,electrical, etc. 526-1604

HANDYMAN , REMODELINGand Carpentry services.Experienced. Careful attention todetail. Insured. Guaranteedint/ext. work. Call Ernie Mumford669-4530

HANDYMANRemodel,carpentry,masonry,deckporches, int/ext. paint, fences,door/window, gutter, all repairs,free est. c 669-0814, 271-9161

HEATING SERVICESOil & Gas Tune-up & Repair729-9378

HOUSECLEANINGGLEAM TEAM. Res./Office.

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ODD JOBSShoveling, shopping, cleaning, Dr.appts. etc. Rebecca 428-7778

PAINTER - PAPER HANGER30 yrs exp. free est, fully ins.

Economical prices Nancy 248-4044

PAINTING - INT./EXT.AA Season’s Best Painting &Contracting Svc. 20 yrs. exp.Member of BBB. Ins. & refs. Majorcredit cards accepted. 424-0078

PLUMBING & HEATINGRepair, installs, service, licensedexperienced, insured. Cert., 24 hr.service 518 283-2331

PLUMBING AND ELECTRICALAll types installation or repairs.25+ exp. 24/7 response. 674-8480

Rainbow Vacuum CleanersAuthorized service. New & usedunits, free pickup. Call for holidayspecials 1- 877-265-8367 Toll free

ROOF REPAIRNo job too small. Fully ins., freeest. Holland Roofing 451-9325

ROOFINGA&J Roofing, shingles, slate,rubber. Fully insured. Free est.(518)283-9094

SEPTIC CLEANINGSand Lake Septic. Tanks cleaned,repair, new installation 674-3000

SEPTIC SERVICETanks cleaned, group rates avail.Call a neighbor! Gene 674-5223

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRHousehold/industrial, all makes,tune-ups,parts, supplies 674-8491

SNOW BLOWER REPAIRPrompt, guaranteed repairs onmost brands incl. Sears. Pkup/del.Mike Horowitz 477-8378

SNOW PLOW/ DE-ICERemoval. New cust. wanted.Event or season. Poestenkill, AP,WSL. 265-0072.scheeren’slandscaping.com

SNOW PLOWINGDiveways and parking lots. NorthGreenbush, Wynantskill, AverillPark, West Sand Lake, andsurrounding areas. Reliable,plowing since 1989. Aaron St.Onge(518) 283-4013 or (518)461-3227

SNOWPLOWING / SALTINGTaking new cust. Av.Pk./ WSLarea. Ins. Res/comm. 258-4092

TREE SERVICEBrush, tree, shrub removal &trimming. Also small buildingdemolition. Insured andexperienced.Don Bradley Jr. (518) 674-2444

TREE SERVICEScheffler’s Tree Service.Removal, pruning, trimming.Insured, free estimates. Bill 479-9749

WELL PUMP SERVICEResidential/commercial, service &repairs (518) 283-2331

WELL SYSTEMS- PUMPSInstallation and repairs. 25+ yrs.exp. 24/7. 674-8480

WINDOW CLEANINGKen’s Window Cleaning. Fully insured, commercial/ residential40 year family exp. 766-4975

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LEGAL ASSISTANCE

Do you have legal questions,need a wil l or Power ofAttorney, don’t know whereto turn for answers? BrittanySergent, from Legal AidSociety of Northeast New Yorkwil l be available throughRensselaer County’s AgingDepartment for freeconsultations the fourth Fridayof each month at RensselaerCounty’s Everett WagarSenior Center, 2 Roxborough

Road, Grafton.All Rensselaer County seniors,60 years of age and older arewelcome. If you have anyquestions, or would like toschedule an appointment,please contactthe center at 279-3413.

SENIOR

MEMBERSHIP

MEETING

On Friday, January 9, 2015,at 11AM there wil l be aMembership Meeting at theRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton.All members are welcome andencouraged to attend. Joinus and be a part of thedecisions that affect yoursenior center. Stay for ournoon meal after the meeting,for a suggested donation of$3.00. Entrée for lunch willbe; Tuna Bake. To makereservations for lunch, call thecenter at 279-3485.

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LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBYGIVEN that pursuant to Section458-a of the Real Property TaxLaw of the State of New York, thesaid Board of Education will holdfour public hearings at the GenetSchool, Administration Center, onthe 28th day of January, 2015 at7:30 p.m. o’clock EasternStandard Time, to hear allinterested parties and citizensregarding the adoption of:Proposed Board Resolution No. 1of 2015, titled “Resolution of the

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East Greenbush Central SchoolDistrict Board of Education inRelation to the AlternativeVeterans’ Exemption from RealProperty Taxation under Section458-a of the Real Property TaxLaw (RPTL) of the State of NewYork.”This proposed resolutionconcerns the authorization of anexemption on school taxes forveterans who have served duringa time of war, their spouses, andthe unremarried spouses ofdeceased war-time veterans.Proposed Board Resolution No. 2of 2015, titled “Resolution of theEast Greenbush Central SchoolDistrict Board of Education inRelation to the AlternativeVeterans’ Exemption from RealProperty Taxation under Section458-a Subdivision 2 (d)(ii) of theReal Property Tax Law (RPTL) ofthe State of New York.”This proposed resolution concernsthe reduction or increase in anexemption on school taxes forveterans who have served duringa time of war, their spouses, andthe unremarried spouses ofdeceased war-time veterans.Proposed Board Resolution No. 3of 2015, titled “Resolution of theEast Greenbush Central SchoolDistrict Board of Education inRelation to the AlternativeVeterans’ Exemption from RealProperty Taxation under Section458-a Subdivision 7 of the RealProperty Tax Law (RPTL) of theState of New York.”This proposed resolution concernsthe Gold Parents Provision of theexemption on school taxes forveterans who have served duringa time of war, their spouses, andthe unremarried spouses ofdeceased war-time veterans.Proposed Board Resolution No. 4of 2015, titled “Resolution of theEast Greenbush Central SchoolDistrict Board of Education inRelation to the AlternativeVeterans’ Exemption from RealProperty Taxation under Section458-a Subdivision 8 of the RealProperty Tax Law (RPTL) of theState of New York.”This proposed resolution concernsthe relocation of an exempteeunder an exemption on schooltaxes for veterans who haveserved during a time of war, theirspouses, and the unremarriedspouses of deceased war-timeveterans.Further information, includingaccess to a copy of said proposedBoard Resolutions, may beobtained at the District Clerk’sOffice, 29 Englewood Avenue,East Greenbush, NY 12061.BOARD OF EDUCATION OFTHE EAST GREENBUSHCENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICTBy: Deborah L. Mead, DistrictClerk


NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Name: 751 River Street Troy,LLC. Articles of Organization filedwith the Secretary of State’s officeon December 2, 2014. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.Secretary of State has beendesignated as agent of the LimitedLiability Company upon whomprocess against it may be served.The Secretary of State shall mail acopy of the process to the LimitedLiability Company at 118Carasaljo Drive, Lakewood, NewJersey 08701. Purpose: for anylawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION ofBURGH REALTY, LLC

Arts. of Org. were filed withSecretary of State of New York(SSNY) on 11/17/2014. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY shall mail a copy of processto: 358 Fifth Avenue, Troy NewYork, 12182. Registered agentupon whom process may beserved: 358 Fifth Avenue, Troy,New York 12182. Purpose: Anylawful activity.

Notice of Formation of a LimitedLiability Company (LLC). Name:Champagne Cathy, LLC. Articlesof Organization filed with SSNYon 10/21/2014. Office: RensselaerCounty. SSNY has beendesignated as agent of the LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. SSNY shall mail acopy of process to: ChampagneCathy, LLC, 48 Columbia St,Rensselaer, NY 12144. Purpose:any lawful purpose.LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF FORMATION ofNORTHEAST SHUTTLE, LLC

Arts. of Org. were filed withSecretary of State of New York(SSNY) on 11/17/2014. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY shall mail a copy of processto: 358 Fifth Avenue, Troy NewYork, 12182. Registered agentupon whom process may beserved: 358 Fifth Avenue, Troy,New York 12182. Purpose: Anylawful activity.

THE ANNUALORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

OF THE AVERILL PARK - SAND LAKE

FIRE DISTRICT #2In compliance with PublicOfficers Law section 104 whichgoverns open meetingnotification.PLEASE TAKE NOTICE thatAnnual Organizational Meeting ofthe Averill Park - Sand Lake FireDistrict #2 will take place onWednesday, January 7, 2015 at6:00 p.m., at the Fire DistrictOffice, 35 Eastern UnionTurnpike, Averill Park, New York.The purpose of the meeting is toelect a Chairman of the Board for2015, to make appointments forcalendar year 2015 for FireDistrict Secretary, Fire DistrictTreasurer and to designate theofficial newspaper, banks, andAttorney. The place, time anddates of the monthly meetings for2015 shall also be established atthis meeting.Robert E. BlaauwFire District SecretaryAverill Park - Sand Lake FireDistrict

Name of Foreign LLC: Pathfinder,L.L.C. Auth. filed with NY Dept. ofState: 7/16/14. NYS fictitiousname: Pathfinder LLC - NY.Office loc.: Rensselaer Co. LLCformed in NJ: 12/21/98. NY Sec.of State designated agent of LLCupon whom process against itmay be served and shall mailprocess to: c/o Business FilingsInc., 187 Wolf Rd., Ste. 101,Albany, NY 12205. NJ addr. ofLLC: 11 Allison Dr., Cherry Hill,NJ 08003. Cert. of Org. filed withNJ State Treasurer, 33 W. StateSt., 5th Fl., Trenton, NJ 08646.Purpose: any lawful act.

NOTICE OF FILING OF THEARTICLES OF ORGANIZATIONOF WORLD WIDE OFFICE, LLC

UNDER LIMITED LIABILITYCOMPANY LAW SECTION 206

The name of the limited liabilitycompany (LLC) is: WORLD WIDEOFFICE, LLC. Articles ofOrganization were filed onSeptember 8, 2014 with theSecretary of State (SS). The officeof the LLC is in RensselaerCounty, NY. The LLC shalldissolve on December 31, 2064.The SS of NY is designated asagent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.The address to which the SS shallmail a copy of any processagainst it served upon him is theLLC, 403 Brunswick Drive #2,Troy, New York 12180. Thepurpose of the LLC is to engage inany lawful act or activity for whichlimited liability companies may beformed, both within and withoutNY State.

ROUTE 7 SOLAR FARM 1 LLC,Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNYon 11/05/2014. Office loc:Rensselaer County. SSNY hasbeen designated as agent uponwhom process against the LLCmay be served. SSNY shall mailprocess to: Mark Fobare, 444Washington St., Rensselaer, NY12144. Purpose: Any LawfulPurpose.

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EMPLOYMENT

HELP WANTEDFramers: We are seekingmotivated & experienced framingcarpenters to work with our teamon commercial & residentialprojects. Position requires 1+ yr.exp. and wood framingknowledge. Contact us at ouroffices. (518) 712-5354

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Looking for a new team member,to cook for the Towne Tavern.Inquire within. 674-3040

Looking for a responsible, matureprofessional to care for theelderly. Evenings & weekendsavail. Call 674-6087 days; 674-5369 eves; 292-8423 cell.

HELP WANTEDTown of Poestenkill seeking PTPlanning and Zoning Clerk who isself motivated, well organized andwho is familiar with officeproductivity programs (Word andExcel). Candidate must haveexcellent writing and speakingskills. Office hours are flexible butCandidate must be able to work aminimum 2 nights a month. Mustbe resident of Rensselaer County.For more information go towww.Poestenkillny.com website.Interested parties should submitresume by January 15, 2015

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FREEFree wood. I have several treestaken down. Oak, cherry. Pleasetake wood. Call 477-1265

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.NAME: 68 SNYDERS, LLC.Articles of Organization were filedwith the Secretary of State of NewYork (SSNY) on 9/24/14. Officelocation: Rensselaer County.SSNY has been designated asagent of the LLC upon whomprocess against it may be served.SSNY shall mail a copy of processto the LLC, 1 Herbert Rd,Rensselaer, NY 12144. Purpose:For any lawful purpose.

669 RIVER STREET LLCThe name of the Limited LiabilityCompany is 669 RIVER STREETLLC articles of organization of theLLC were filed with the NYSSecretary of State on December10 2014 the purpose of the LLC isto engage in any lawful act oractivity, the office of the LLC is tobe located in Rensselaer Countythe Secretary of State isdesignated as the agent of theLLC upon whom process againstthe LLC may be served, theaddress to which the Secretary ofState shall mail a copy of anyprocess against the LLC is 669RIVER STREET LLC c/oMcCandless 130 Canvass StCohoes, NY 12047.


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Start the New Year off right by saving money on your autoinsurance! Sign up today for a defensive driving class to beheld at the Brunswick Elks on Saturday, January 24, from 9amto 3:30pm. Cost is $39pp or $35pp if you bring a friend. APORTION OF THE PROCEEDS TO GO TO ELKS CHARITIES.Reduce auto insurance for 3 years and take up to 4 points offyour license. The Elks is located at 665 Brunswick Road, Route2, Troy, NY. RSVP in advance to Michele at 225-0462 [email protected]. Taught using an original presentationdeveloped in Troy, NY - often imitated, but NEVER duplicated!Please drive safely!NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A

LIMITED LIABILITY CORPORATION

The name of the corporation isRCJ Lakeview, LLC; a NY LLCfiled with the SS on November 21,2013. The LLC is located inRensselaer County. The SS isdesignated as agent of the LLCupon whom process against itmay be served. The address towhich the SS shall mail a copy ofany process served is Jon Urban,183 N. Hamilton Street,Poughkeepsie, New York 12601.

Notice of Formation of United PlusProperty Management, LLC. Arts.of Org. filed with NY Dept. of Stateon 11/17/14. Office location:Rensselaer County. Sec. of Statedesignated agent of LLC uponwhom process against it may beserved and shall mail process to:United Plus PropertyManagement, LLC, 300 JordanRd., Troy, NY 12180, principalbusiness address. Purpose: anylawful purpose.

The Clemson Group LLC Arts ofOrg filed with Secy. of State of NY(SSNY) on 9/17/14. Office inRensselaer Co. SSNY desig.agent of LLC upon whom processagainst it may be served and shallmail process to 58 StreamviewLane Wynantskill, NY 12198.Purpose: Real Estate.

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LEGAL NOTICERRS STEPHENS, LLC

Notice of Formation of LimitedLiability Company

Articles of Organization filed withthe Department of State of NewYork on September 9, 2014.Office location, RensselaerCounty. Secretary of State ofNew York State is designated asagent of LLC upon whom processagainst it may be served.Secretary of State may mail acopy of any process to RRSSTEPHENS, LLC, 5 Film Avenue,Troy, New York 12180. Noreported agent. Latest date ofdissolution of LLC: None.Purpose: All legal purposes.

NOTICE OF FORMATION OFLIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY(LLC) Name: Thurston InterstateLLC. Articles of Organization filedwith the Secretary of State of NewYork (SSNY) on December 10,2014. Office location RensselaerCounty. SSNY designated asagent of LLC upon whom processagainst it may be served. SSNYshall mail copy of process to 7Madison Street, Troy, New York12180. Purpose: to engage in anylawful act or activity for which alimited liability company may beformed under section 201 of theLimited Liability Company Law.

RECEIVER OF TAXESTOWN OF SAND LAKE

TAKE NOTICE, that I, Jill Quell,the undersigned Receiver ofTaxes of the Town of Sand Lake,County of Rensselaer and State ofNew York, have duly received theTax Roll and Warrant for thecollection of taxes within the Townof Sand Lake for the year 2015. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, thattaxes may be paid on or beforeFebruary 2, 2015 without chargeor interest. On all taxes receivedafter such date there will be addedinterest of one per centum for themonth of February and two percentum for the month of March. Aservice charge of $1 for the monthof March should be included.TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, thatpursuant of the provisions of law,the tax roll of the Town of SandLake will be returned to theCounty Treasurer of the County ofRensselaer on the first day ofApril, 2015.Dated 12/31/2014Jill QuellReceiver of TaxesSand Lake, New York 12153

Guide To The Soul, LLC Arts. ofOrg. filed with Secy. of State ofNY (SSNY) on 11/20/14. Office inRensselaer Cnty. SSNY desig.agent of LLC upon whom processagainst it may be served. SSNYshall mail process to 60 RailroadPlace, Suite 502, SaratogaSprings, NY 12866. Purpose:General.

LEGAL NOTICE577 CONGRESS STREET, LLC,a domestic LLC, filed with theSSNY on 10/8/14. Office location:Rensselaer County. SSNY isdesignated as agent upon whomprocess against the LLC may beserved. SSNY shall mail processto Liesl Zwicklbauer, 5 Main St.,Hoosick Falls, NY 12090. GeneralPurposes.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK

JANUARY3 Sat– Snowshoe Outing at 10am. Head out on the trail toenjoy some crisp winter air and try out snowshoes. Rentalsavailable with program, but please call to reserve your spot.$2/person. Pre-register: 279-1155.SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, January 24, 2014: 30th ANNUALWINTER FESTIVAL AT GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARKCelebrating 30 years of getting families and outdoorenthusiasts into the park during this beautiful time of year!Thiswill be a big one everyone! Let’s hope for ice on the lakes withplenty of snow and we’ll provide fun for all. Ice fishing contestregistration begins at 5:30am. Main events are 10-4 withexhibits open 11-4. Look us up on nysparks.com for theevent schedule in January!

TRACKING THE BALD ONES: EAGLE SURVEY TO BE CONDUCTED

Schodack Island State Park, located on Route 9J, between Castleton-on-the-Hudson andSchodack Landing in conjunction with the Friends of Schodack Island, will conduct the annualmid-winter eagle survey for the US Geological Survey and the US Army Corps of Engineers onSaturday, January 10, 2015, at 10AM. Fight cabin fever and enjoy the winter wonderland ofSchodack Island State Park by participating in this nation-wide survey. In addition to providinginformation on eagle trends, distribution and habitat at Schodack Island, this survey will help tocreate public interest in bald eagles and their conservation.Please meet Tricia Shaw, events manager, at the Riverview Pavilion near the boat launch at10:00 am for a brief discussion about eagles at Schodack Island and learn how to conduct thesurvey. Then participants will head out into the park and down the trails in search of bald eagles.The survey will take approximately 1.5 hours and participants should dress for the weather andwinter hiking conditions. Bring binoculars and bottled water.Registration is not necessary. This event is free and open to the public. For more informationabout this event, please call the Schodack Island Office (518) 732-0187.

FROZEN DOG DAYS OF WINTER:

SCHODACK ISLAND TO HOST WINTERFEST

Schodack Island State Park, located on Route 9J, between Castleton-on-the-Hudson andSchodack Landing in conjunction with the Friends of Schodack Island, will host Winterfest 2015on Saturday, January 31, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event is free and open to the public.A highlight of the event will be an amateur cross country ski race. Details will be included in afollow up press release. The trails will be groomed and available for cross country skiing andsnow shoeing. There are a variety of snow shoe sizes available to rent for $5. The Friends ofSchodack Island are sponsoring an instructional nature snow shoe hike, led by Karen Kaufman.Schodack Island’s ice skating rink will be available all day for free, open skating for all ages. Iceskates are available to rent for $2. The Run by Dogs organization will be giving dog sled rides fora donation and having brief discussions about sled dogs throughout the day.A display about the island’s ice houses and ice industry will be located under the pavilion.Native American Educator David Cornelius will be setting up an education table and providingshort programs about Native American lifestyle. Vendors and Crafters will also be located underthe pavilion. A roaring bonfire will provide comfort, warmth and a place for a yummy S’moreRoast. Food will be available by Charcoal Dole and hot beverages will be available by theFriends of Schodack Island State Park. Scheduled activities specifically for children will include ascavenger hunt and “Disney’s Frozen” look a-like contest. Adults can compete in the ugly andpretty sweater contests. Prizes will be awarded.

GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK TO HOLD

30th ANNUAL WINTER FESTIVAL

Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host the 30th AnnualWinter Festival and Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, January 24, 2015. The Winter Fest willfeature outdoor events along with indoor exhibits, food vendors, and family-friendly andrecreational activities. The event is free of charge and main events run from 10-4.New outdoor events this year include free snowmobile rides as well as a “Battle for Long Pond”hockey tournament. For the kids, Winter Fest offers its popular snow bowling hill, revampedand improved, as well as snowshoe races and rides with the charming Northland Newfoundlands.Adults can join in a guided snowshoe or cross country ski outing, or borrow snowshoes for afree demo around the park. Fans of four-legged creatures will enjoy the horse-drawn carriagerides from Indian Creek Farms and several canine-friendly organizations in attendance, includingRensselaer County Search & Rescue and Out of the Pits Pitbull Rescue.The 8th Annual Polar Plunge benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation charges into Long Pondat 1pm. This year the Plunge includes a playful prize for the silliest costume offered by theFriends of Grafton Lakes State Park, so start planning your January beach attire! To pre-register for the Plunge, please call Margaret Philips for more information at 479-3739 or call thepark office.Visitors who need to warm up can savor some hot food from Brunswick Barbecue and the localOur Lady of the Snow Parish while enjoying indoor exhibits. Live birds of prey, kids naturecrafts, and a variety of regional community and conservation organizations will entertain patrons.The annual ice fishing contest draws several hundred anglers and will run from 5:30am-3pm onall the ponds in the park. Participants can register starting at 5:30am until 11am the morning ofthe event at the park’s pole barn. A $10 entry fee for adults 16 and older is required toparticipate in the fishing tournament. All 1st place adult winners will receive a $300 cash prizethis year, awarded for the longest length catch of Trout, Walleye/Chain Pickerel and YellowPerch. Children may enter at no charge and winning entries will receive gift certificates andother prizes. Please remember that all participants 16 and older must have a New York Statefishing license to fish in the park at any time.For more information about the Winter Festival, please call the park at 518-279-1155. A fullschedule of events will be available on Grafton Lakes’ website (www.nysparks.com/parks) andon www.facebook.com/GraftonLakesStatePark in January.

CCE of RENSS. CO. APPOINTS A NEW

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Board of Directors of Cornell Cooperative Extension ofRensselaer County (CCERC) recently appointed Bernadine“Bernie” Wiesen as their Executive Director. Bernie has servedCCERC for over 23 years. She has been the Issue Leader for4-H Youth Development and Family and Consumer Science andmost recently has been the Interim Executive Director sinceMarch of 2014.During her tenure, she has been very active in the New YorkState Association of Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-HEducators (NYSABBE4HE) and the National Association ofExtension 4-H Agents (NAE4HA). Bernie earned a Master’sand Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science and Minor inAgricultural Economics from Washington State University. Earlyin her career, she made her home in downtown Troy. For thepast 18 years, she has lived in Johnsonville with her family.

BINGO

Join the Grafton seniors forBingo, every Wednesday andFriday at 1:00 pm at theRensselaer County’s EverettWagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton.If you have any questions, orwould like to join us for lunch,at a suggested donation of$3.00, please contact thecenter at 279-3413.

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