The Town of Webb UFSD Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, September 20, where it took the following action:
• Approved the Revised Calendar Printing 2011–2012 school-year.
• Approved the Amended Municipal Cooperative Agreement – Admission of Frankfort-Schuyler Central School District as a Member District of the Herkimer County BOCES Health Insurance Plan, effective 11/1/11. Continue reading
To the Editor:
Most of us believe that actions taken by a public body should be done in a manner that is consistent with the letter and intent of our laws.
I strongly feel that many of the resolutions passed by the Legislature of Herkimer County on issues and items relating to the construction of a new county jail were executed incorrectly and, therefore, they are invalid.
Most of the resolutions, especially those pertaining to expenditures, begin with the statement,
“Whereas, the NYSCOC has mandated that Herkimer County construct a new county correctional facility” and then go on to describe the resolution and the expected result.
This is clearly wrong! Continue reading
Shirley M. Marleau, 81, of State Route 28, Otter Lake passed away on September 18, 2011 at Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Boonville.
She was born in Utica on September 18, 1930 a daughter of Arthur and Lila McLean Edick. She grew up in Hinckley, moving to Forestport, then Otter Lake.
On July 22, 1950 at St. Patrick’s Church, Forestport she married Walter Marleau. He died in February of 1971. Continue reading
THINGS TO DO BEFORE WINTER
Now is the time of year when everyone is getting ready for that inevitable change of weather… they’re splitting and stacking the firewood, taking the screens off the windows and for some, putting the storm windows on.
And for the first time since before summer, lighting up those wood stoves and fireplaces.
How many took the time to check their wood stove before lighting it? Are the flues free and clear? Is the cap still on okay? When was the last time the chimney was cleaned?
Wood burning devices are not the only heat producing appliances that should be cleaned and checked this time of year. Furnaces, boilers, combination units, oil or propane should all be serviced before the season really sets in.
When was the last time you checked your smoke detectors? Have they been “chirping” lately? Continue reading
Before we revisit the week’s happenings, I’d like to give a special nod to those student-athletes who are participating in two sports.
Many of our cross country runners are hitting the trails as their schedules allow based on their commitment to soccer, which takes precedence. This is no small feat.
Between classes, homework, special projects, and studying for tests, the academic requirements for a serious student are pretty demanding.
Add in other activities such as clubs, National Honor Society, and theater (to name a few) and these kids’ schedules can be as rigorous as a full time job.
Now, imagine taking on the stress of daily practices and games.
That would be like you or I coming home from work, heading out after dinner to do a couple of hours of volunteer work, and then doing a five mile run!
Of course, nobody is forcing them to do it. For these kids, it’s a labor of love. And, believe me, it would have to be.
For those that have been to a cross country meet, you’ve seen runners cross the finish line looking like they’ve been through the Hundred Years War.
Many of them literally collapse immediately after that final step, while others “toss their cookies.” Sorry for the visual, but that was the nicest way I know how to put it.
So, to all of those who “go the extra mile” or, in your case, the extra “miles,” know that you’ve earned our admiration and appreciation.
And, in honor of your efforts, we’ll give you all first billing this week! Continue reading
I want to thank everyone for attending my surprise library “retirement” party on Friday evening September 16 at the Old Forge Library.
Special thanks to Izzie Worthen, who planned it all, and the Board of Trustees and Friends of the Library who honored me with the addition of a beautiful, custom-made wooden and glass archive case for the Adirondack Room.
My head is still spinning with the shock of seeing so many friends, colleagues, and family standing in that room staring at me with big smiles—as I walked in thinking I was going to be working on a project with Izzie.
I was speechless when they all cried out, “Surprise!”
For me? But why? It was completely unexpected and I am still at a loss for words. Thank you all.
Carol Hansen, Thendara
Times they are a’changin. As luck would have it, just as I’m slowly exiting out of Menopause Land, several of my dear friends are just arriving on the doorstep of doom.
How incredibly lucky are these gals to have me and my oodles of experience on the subject?
Darn lucky, say I, and I’m only here to help.
Read on for some useful hints, tips, and strategies on surviving the daily battle which is becoming your life:
• Layers, layers, and more layers. That is how you shall dress from now on. Unflippin-believable how the body temp can roll like that, but trust me it happens.
One minute dripping like a boxer, the next huddling in a shawl.
Nothing, EVER, around the neck area—this will just result in ring around the collar and nobody likes to see that.
• Stay on your toes. Admittedly, being on constant high alert has its setbacks—i.e. stress and anxiety levels dangerously elevated—but the payoff is so worth it.
When one remains vigilant the chances of unwelcome little surprises are lowered. Head ’em off at the pass. Continue reading