Monthly Archives: October 2014

FCC ruling preserves state and local right to keep towers ‘invisible’

A coalition of New York environmental and historic preservation organizations is praising the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for preserving the rights of state and local governments to regulate the size, shape and visibility of communications towers in scenic and historic areas.

In January, the groups sent a joint letter to the FCC, urging federal officials to recognize that scenic beauty and historic significance are the backbone of local tourism, both inside and outside of the Adirondack Park.  Continue reading →

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Five celebrate birthdays at Lakeside Terrace

All were invited to a birthday party at Lakeside Terrace Apartments in Old Forge to celebrate with five women residents who are in their nineties.

Brenda Carmer, clockwise from left, Alice Achter, Marilyn Gaebler, Char Pylman (standing), Lorraine Sienka (hidden), Peg Morgan, Dorothy Walker, Liza Maio, Toni Albanese and Jean Gaudin Photo by Gina Greco

Brenda Carmer, clockwise from left, Alice Achter, Marilyn Gaebler, Char Pylman (standing), Lorraine Sienka (hidden), Peg Morgan, Dorothy Walker, Liza Maio, Toni Albanese and Jean Gaudin Photo by Gina Greco

The party was held on Wednesday, October 29 at 2 p.m.

The five birthday girls were Brenda Carmer, 90, Jean Gaudin, 90, Toni Albanese, 90, Liza Maio, 92, and Alice Achter, 96. Continue reading →

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Town of Webb Health Center Fund makes $4K donation to HASCA

The Town of Webb Health Center Fund is proud to announce that we have made a donation in the amount of $4,000 to Home Aide Service of the Central Adirondacks (HASCA).

Hazel Dellavia, right, presents a donation to Lyn V. Kinney, HASCA business manager.

Hazel Dellavia, right, presents a donation to Lyn V. Kinney, HASCA business manager.

In June, HASCA’s computer system failed and in spite of efforts at restoral, it had to be replaced, along with purchasing updated software and an on-line backup service to prevent future problems.

The donation also covered the cost to provide a training course for new home health aides, required by the New York State Department of Health.  Continue reading →

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Being drawn in as a character in an adventure story

As a pre-teen growing up in the Adirondacks in the late ‘70s, I was able to make a lot of choices.

I did not have a rigid daily schedule, so on most days I had the freedom to explore.  During that time I ran across a couple of books by Edward Packard. As a reader I was drawn in as a character in his adventure stories.

I thought these books were great. They allowed you to get to certain chapters and make a decision as to where the plot would go.  Continue reading →

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Forestport Town Board shying away from tough questions

To the Editor:

At the October 15, 2014 board Meeting I asked some tough questions that pertain to whether or not Supervisor Parker Snead and Joann Kwasniewski/Ritter violated Town law. As you may recall from a previous letter, the only two Board Members that knew anything about a prepayment to Ritter Lawn Care were Parker and Joann.  Continue reading →

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Wet weather not detering birds as they make their way south

I think the swamps are full after this week’s weather, so it can snow any time. A bear that was shot last Friday was already in its den…that’s an indication that winter is on its way.

Nicole Vogt, hatchery employee and big male laketrout.

Nicole Vogt, hatchery employee and big male laketrout.

A party of muzzle loader hunters were hunting over by Limekiln Lake. They went around a fallen tree root and a bear had made a den under the stump.  Continue reading →

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Inlet Ambulance Corps Open House welcomes new drivers, social members

The Inlet Ambulance Corps is in need of drivers and social members and invites interested individuals to Meet and Greet informational events at the Inlet Emergency Services Building on Route 28 on Sundays, November 9 and 16 from noon to 2 p.m.

The informational gatherings will include tours of the facility, refreshments, and an opportunity to speak with members on the many ways one can assist with the volunteer service organization. Continue reading →

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