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NY comptroller audits Bolton Central School

Budget process scrutinized

The New York State Comptroller’s Office recently issued an audit for the Bolton Central School District that was critical of its budgeting process.

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Two finalists selected in search for Wbg. school system CEO

Two finalists for the job of Warrensburg Central School District Superintendent have been chosen, and the public is invited to hear their presentations this next week on their initial plans for the school system.

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Dan Hill of Adirondack headed for West Point

An 11th grader from Adirondack NY has been described as possessing an exceptional work ethic, outstanding academic focus and dedication to community service. Recently, he was chosen to attend the West Point Leaders Experience, a precursor to attending the renowned military college.

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True North school districts meet, discuss shared services

Superintendents and board members of the five True North school districts recently met to discuss sharing services to keep costs and taxes down while maintaining scholastic standards for local children.

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'Dial-up’ Internet an endangered species in Thurman

'White space’ access tests conducted

Residents of Thurman are used to either extremely slow 'dial up' Internet access or having their satellite Web connection interrupted by sunspot activity or storms. However, in a project that's gained national attention, a new broadband Internet broadcast technology is coming to Thurman that will connect the town's rural households to the modern digital world.

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Footrace on Saturday honors memory of young Lake George teacher

Randal Madison was a fifth- and sixth-grade teacher at Lake George Elementary who inspired his students to achieve in academics and to lead fulfilling lives. He died unexpectedly in 2001 of a brain aneurism, and since then hundreds of people have participated in a footrace to honor the beloved instructor. Randy's Run is to take place Saturday on the Warren County Bikeway. It starts at 8:30 a.m. at Lake George Elementary School.

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Ellsworth hailed for work with youth, boosting community pride & patriotism

Joanne Ellsworth of Chestertown is known both for nurturing patriotism, and responsibility in children through her pre-school — and for her work in leading the local American Legion Post, which is an influential organization locally. After years of service to her community, Ellsworth has been honored for her efforts — she's been named the local V.I.P. of the Year.

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4-H youth were busy learning during school vacation

Spring break didn’t halt the learning process recently for dozens of area children who were kept busy over school recess through 4-H programs of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County.

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Youth advocate Irv West: Be wary of meds — Listen to teens instead

For years, youth advocate Irv West has contended that medications are needlessly administered to troubled teens who may need merely to be listened to and respected.

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Emergency personnel receive protective training about meth labs

As the number of arrests for meth possession, usage, and manufacturing continue to rise in communities across the North Country, the emergency personnel trained to keep area residents safe must prepare themselves to be ready to respond should a meth related emergency arise.

Petitions now available for seat on Warrensburg Central School board

Residents who wish to run for a seat on the Warrensburg Central School District Board of Education can now obtain a petition in the school business office.

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Kathy Naftaly of Lake George named Crandall Library’s new director

A Lake George woman who's a lifelong advocate of public libraries, has been named permanent director of Crandall Public Library.

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Bolton school official Angie Smack to retire

A high-profile member of the community as well as District Clerk of the Bolton School District for 25 years, Angie Smack is retiring this week.

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No. Warren Senior Krista Millington honored for achievement

Following a decades-long tradition, the Chestertown Rotary Club encourages scholarship and good citizenship by awarding the local public school's top achievers — and Krista Millington was a recent honoree.

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Van Nispen honored for scholarship at NWCS

Chestertown Rotary Club continues its tradition of encouraging scholarship, leadership and community service at North Warren High School by honoring Christiaan Van Nispen as an outstanding student.

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