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Community to honor young life of high school sophomore

Community to honor young life of high school sophomore

WATERVLIET – A local student passed away over the weekend, and her high school is inviting the community to show their support:

The entire Watervliet community is deeply saddened by the loss of Brandi Red Cloud-Owen who passed away on Saturday, June 8 after a courageous battle with leukemia.

A sophomore at Watervliet High School, Brandi was the #1 fan of the Watervliet Cannoneers basketball and football teams.
The school is inviting students, teachers and friends to wear garnet and gray, and join members of the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 14 at Parker Bros. Memorial, 2013 Broadway in Watervliet to show support for Brandi’s family and to honor her young life.

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Landfill privatization expected to generate over $40 Million

Landfill privatization expected to generate over $40 Million

BALLSTON SPA - A landfill privatization agreement that is expected to generate millions in revenue locally is in the works. Following is more information:

The Law and Finance Committee today approved a privatization agreement that will lead to the sale of its Northumberland landfill to Finch Paper, LLC of Glens Falls.  

The agreement will generate more than $40 million in new revenue for Saratoga County and its towns, cities and villages over the estimated 20-year life of the landfill facility.

Dogs and Divas Fashion Show to be held June 13

Dogs and Divas Fashion Show to be held June 13

SARATOGA SPRINGS - The American Cancer Society’s annual fundraiser Dogs & Divas will be held on June 13.

 The fashion show aims to raise awareness about the American Cancer Society’s life-saving programs.

The dogs will be joined by over 20 guest Diva models and over 150 Diva attendees, and 27 boutique vendors selling gifts. 

The show will be held at the Saratoga National Golf Club from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Diva Tickets are $80, or $100 for a Dog & Diva Ticket.

For tickets call 518.220.6934 

 

New report shows increase in tornado activity across New York State

 New report shows increase in tornado activity across New York State

A new report released late Thursday morning says the number of tornadoes is dramatically rising in New York State.

The numbers are staggering from this report. It found a 600 percent increase in tornado activity in the past 27 years.

One lawmaker is proposing recommendations and legislation he says will protect lives.

We've certainly seen some of that activity here in the Capital Region. Just a couple of weeks ago, three tornadoes ripped through the area. One of them started in the town of Florida and carved a 17 mile path of destruction -- all the way into Rotterdam.

The report says New York has seen a lot more tornadoes since 1986 -- and the past decade has been very active.

National Weather Service Meteorologist Steve DiRienzo says tornadoes are not unusual in New York. But he says we may be in an active pattern right now.

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Round Lake librarian gets her job back

ROUND LAKE - A new Round Lake Library board has decided to reinstate Theresa Marchione's position in a unanimous decision Wednesday evening.

In a meeting that took place on Tuesday, members of the community expressed their outrage at Marchione's termination. Many felt she made the right decision in closing the library early due to a tornado threat.

Following the meeting, all eight board members elected to step down from their position. Library Director Carol Sheffer also resigned on Wednesday.

A new board was selected in an emergency meeting tonight. Following the meeting the board voted unanimously to reinstate Marchione.

Round Lake Library board & director resign

Round Lake Library Executive Director Carol Sheffer has resigned. The village was in an uproar after she fired a librarian who closed early during a tornado warning. - WNYT

ROUND LAKE –  It has been twenty-four hours of startling developments in the small village of Round Lake, where many residents are upset after the long-time librarian was fired for closing the library early because of a tornado threat.

After the library board heard from an angry crowd Tuesday night, all the board members resigned. That was followed by the resignation of the library director. Now, the group that runs the library has to figure out what to do next.

Residents ready to voice their outrage packed the Round Lake Village Hall for the library board meeting last night. It was a big show of support for fired librarian Theresa Marchione, who was not there.

WRLIS, the Women's Round Lake Improvement Society runs the library, and its members also called for the resignation of the library director who fired Marchione.

The Band Perry is live & loud

The Band Perry will be in concert with Rascal Flatts on the Live & Loud Tour June 16 at 6 p.m. in Saratoga Springs at SPAC.

Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Pioneer, the new sophomore album is now available featuring their platinum-selling single “Better Dig Two,” and their current chart riser, “Done”.

For more information about the band, click here.