The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced free lifeguard-qualifying procedures to begin Saturday, February 4, 2023. Individuals 15 years and older interested in lifeguarding positions at DEC facilities this summer are eligible to register.
The qualifying procedures consist of two parts: a cardio-pulmonary (CPR) skills component, and a water skills evaluation. Candidates may attend the qualifying locations most convenient to them, and the results will be forwarded to their preferred work location.
Seasonal lifeguard positions are available at DEC campgrounds throughout the Adirondacks and Catskill parks. The current hourly starting rate for New York State lifeguards is $20 an hour, and most DEC facilities offer free housing or site accommodations.
At the time of employment, all DEC lifeguards must:
Be at least 15 years old
Possess a valid certificate in waterfront skills, lifeguarding, first aid, and CPR for Professional Rescuers or equivalent
Have successfully completed the NYS lifeguarding qualifying procedure
Submit a current NYS DEC medical form stating the candidate’s physical ability to perform lifeguarding duties
Meet the vision requirements of 20/70 uncorrected in both eyes and be correctable to the 20/40 standard. Candidates tested at a vision level below 20/40 in either one or both eyes must correct to a minimum of 20/40, with 20/20 preferred
Qualifying procedures will begin on time, and late arrivals will not be accepted. Candidates must bring photo ID, current certifications (if available), and their own CPR mask and one-way valve. DEC reserves the right to cancel, and is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, updates or to pre register, call (518) 457-2500 Extension 1, email DEC at info.Lifeguarding@dec.ny.gov, or visit the employment opportunities on summer recreation webpage on the DEC’s website.
Carl J. Skogsberg, 27, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Shannon A. Welch, 38, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Hope L. Younger, 32, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Charles E. McMillon, 60, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation
Michael P. Caruso, 54, was arrested for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing/Blood Circulation
Saana I.R. Sheerer, 19, was arrested for Criminal Mischief; Intent to Damage Property
Caitlin M. Pruess, 30, was arrested for Criminal Impersonation, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, and 2nd Deg. Forgery
Jesse J. Tracy, 39, was arrested for 3rd. Deg. Criminal Possession of a Weapon and 4th Deg. Criminal Possession of a Weapon
Sydney M. Mosier, 21, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Courtney L. Pigliavento, 37, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation
Thomas F. Campbell, 59, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated; 1st Offense
Ernest Petro, 33, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation
Ricky A. Reyome, 48, was arrested for 1st Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Aggravated DWI; 1st Offense
Noah B. Rogers, 19, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Kade D. LaPointe, 24, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
WARREN COUNTY SHERIFF
On Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023 at approximately 8:15pm, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office investigated an armed robbery at the Xtra-Mart Mobil located at 2398 State Route 9N, Lake George, NY. A male suspect entered the store, approached the clerk, displayed a handgun and demanded cash and cigarettes. After which, he fled the scene in a vehicle. The Warren County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit is handling the investigation with assistance from the New York State Police. If anyone has any information pertaining to the incident contact the Warren County Sheriff’s Office 518-743-2500 option (1) and ask for a member of the Criminal Investigations Unit. If you wish to remain anonymous you can also leave a tip at 518-761-9800.
On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Mayor Bill Collins will deliver the State of The City address at 12:30 PM on the second floor of City Hall. All are welcome to attend. This address will focus on the accomplishments of 2022, and look ahead to 2023: “One of the things I’ve emphasized during my first year in office is to ensure we’re providing services in the most efficient way possible to the City of Glens Falls” said Mayor Collins. “Two other points of emphasis made this past year are communication and development. We have come a long way this past year at City Hall, and I want to not only share our vision, but also bring more people to the table to help shape that vision.”
The City is also making the address available live on the City of Glens Falls YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@cityofglensfallsny6752/streams; the address will be available under “City of Glens Falls State of The City January 18, 2023″, and the thumbnail will have a red “live” icon as well.
Colton J. Fitzpatrick, 24, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Rachael M. Dunkley, 28, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Melissa A. Lanfear, 39, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Petit Larceny
Melissa A. Girard, 37, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Bail Jumping
Sarah A. Fortune, 40, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Aggravated Harassment
Jeffrey J. Pregent, 32, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Kendra L. Ash, 20, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Daniel T. Hitchcock, 51, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Bail Jumping
Jamie L. Mattison, 34, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Harassment
Savana J. Mattison, 31, was arrested for 1st Deg. Criminal Contempt
Kathryn G. Stuthmann, 24, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Andrew W. Mattison, 37, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Kameron M. Mattison, 21, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, 2nd Deg. Obstruction of Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest, and Criminal Mischief; Intent to Damage Property
WARREN COUNTY SHERIFF
On Thursday Dec. 29 at approximately 5:26pm, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to 47 Caldwell Ave in the Town of Lake George for a report of a Burglary. Investigators determined that Matthew P. Charlson, 43, of Lake George entered the residence and assaulted the resident inside. Charlson was placed in custody and transported back to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office where he was processed for 1st Degree Burglary, a Class E Felony and arraigned in CAP Court. Charlson was then released under the supervision of the Probation Department.
On Saturday, Dec. 31, at approximately 11:25pm, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to Library Ave in the Town of Warrensburg for a property damage motor vehicle crash. Officers discovered a 2019 Jeep had left the shoulder of the roadway and struck a utility pole support cable. Police determined the driver, William J. Parker, 48, of Warrensburg, was intoxicated. Parker submitted to a chemical breath test which yielded a blood alcohol concentration of .22%. Parker was processed for Aggravated DWI and released to appear in the Town of Warrensburg Court on a later date.
On Saturday Dec. 31, at 1:03pm, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of an assault that occurred at the Travelodge on Route 9 in the Town of Lake George. Upon arrival, police determined that Nicholas S. Harris, 35, of Lake George had struck another subject multiple times with a metal chair causing minor injuries. In addition Harris had also choked the same subject during the altercation. The victim refused medical treatment. As a result of the investigation Harris was charged with Felony 2nd Degree Assault, and misdemeanors criminal possession of a weapon and criminal obstruction of breathing.
The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) is pleased to announce that the 34th Annual J. Walter Juckett Community Service Award will be presented to retired physician and founder of Hudson Headwaters Health Network, Dr. John Rugge. Dr. Rugge will be presented with the award at the ARCC Annual Dinner on the evening of March 10, 2023, at The Sagamore Resort.
“We are excited to celebrate Dr. John Rugge as the 34th Annual J. Walter Juckett award honoree. Dr. Rugge is so deserving of this honor. As the founder of Hudson Headwaters Health Network, his passion and drive to further healthcare in our region is admirable. We are fortunate that Dr. Rugge chose to stay in our region and establish a healthcare system that helps so many of our community members,” said ARCC President & CEO Tricia Rogers.
John Rugge was a family physician who dropped into the Adirondacks to finish writing a canoe book in 1974. He then accepted a position with the Glens Falls Hospital to serve as supervising physician at a brand-new health center in Chestertown, with the intention of practicing for six months before returning to Albany Medical Center.
As it turned out, all the surrounding communities were losing their GPs to retirement, and he found it impossible to depart with no one to take his place… So instead, he combined medical practice with community engagement – and grant writing – to establish the Hudson Headwaters Health Network. This network has grown to include 21 health centers from Saratoga County all the way up to the Canadian border, with some 200 medical providers and more than 150,000 patients. Dr. Rugge observes the way local needs generated remarkable community support, and this attracted the attention of health care policymakers in Albany and Washington, leading him to serve on 40 government advisory panels, task forces, and councils… All of which has served to make Hudson Headwaters a model for others across the state, and across the nation.
The City of Glens Falls has had three armed robberies within a 36-hour period, and the Glens Falls Police Department is asking the public to remain vigilant; it is unknown if the incidents are unrelated, or if the same suspect is involved. The public is being asked to call Glens Falls Police Department if they see anyone looking suspicious.
The first two incidents were reported to the Glens Falls Police department on January 10th, at approximately 11:30 PM… Both occurred in the same area of Larose Street and Broad Street. The suspect was described as wearing black-colored clothing and a black-colored face mask, and they reportedly walked up to victims, pointing a handgun and demanding money. The suspect did obtain a small amount of money before leaving the area on foot.
The third incident was reported to the Glens Falls Police Department on January 12th, around 1:05 AM… This incident took place at the intersection of Bay Street and Union Street. This suspect was described as wearing black-colored clothing as well, but with a red-colored face mask. The suspect walked up to the victims, pointed a handgun and demanded money; however, this time, the suspect left the area without obtaining any money.
The suspect(s) is described as being about 5’ 7” in height, with a skinny build, wearing all black clothes, a face-mask and having a red backpack. All three incidents are being classified as “Attempted Armed Robberies”.
The Glens Falls Police Department is also asking for the assistance of anyone who lives in these areas to check their web cameras and security video equipment and to notify police if anything is found. If you have any information, please contact The Glens Falls Police at (518) 761-3840.
Avery Q. Zullo, 25, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Bail Jumping
Shaniah A. Sanders, 26, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, 2nd Deg. Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia
Jeffrey J. Pregent, 32, was arrested for Criminal Mischief, Act in Manner to Injure Child Less Than 17
Kara L. Leary, 19, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Adam L. Cummings, 27, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating Motor Vehicle Impaired By Drugs; 1st Offense
Mark A. Shilanski, 21, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Bail Jumping
Charles E. Stewart, 55, was arrested for Criminal Obstruction of Breathing/Blood Circulation, 2nd Deg. Harassment
Michael S. McFadden, 37, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Assault, Endangering Welfare of a Child
Erica L. Richau, 34, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Harassment, Endangering Welfare of a Child
Maxwell H. Brown, 24, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Harassment, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing/Blood Circulation
Michael S. McFadden, 37, was arrested for 2nd Deg. Rape
Kate J. Rozell, 43, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated; 1st Offense
Alyssa L. Johnson, 37, was arrested for Petit Larceny
Justin W. Cummings, 36, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Unauthorized Use of Vehicle
Robert J. Ross, 50, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Shannon A. Welch, 38, was arrested for 3rd Deg. Bail Jumping
Rebecca L. Knapp, 22, was arrested for Confinement of Companion Animal in Extreme Temperature
Robert S. Hedrick, 31, was arrested for Aggravated Family Offense, 1st Deg. Criminal Contempt
The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) announced the addition of four new members to their Board of Directors – the new board members are F. Raymond Agnew (Ray), Bill Moon, Paula Traina, and Daniel W. Washburn.
Photo Provided by ARCC: F. Ray Agnew
F. Ray Agnew, CFRE, is Vice President for Hospital & Community Engagement at Glens Falls Hospital. He took on the role at the hospital in 2020, after having previously served as Vice President for College Advancement at Paul Smith’s College since 2011. Ray has previously served as Vice President of Community Relations of Glens Falls Hospital, and Executive Vice President of Glens Falls Hospital Foundation. He joined the Glens Falls Hospital Staff after spending 18 years with the State University of New York (SUNY) as Vice President for College Advancement at SUNY Potsdam. Other credits include Assistant Vice President for development at SUNY Empire State College in Saratoga Springs, and development work at SUNY Binghamton and at Geneseo in both residential life and institutional advancement. He received his CFRE credential in 1996.
Ray graduated from the Crane School of Music, and is a member of ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers). He is a member of Rotary International, and was named Rotarian of the Year by the Glens Falls Rotary Club in 2008; he was also named Humanitarian of the Year by Rotary District 7190 in 2008. Ray was also the recipient of the SUNY Chancellor’s Recognition Award, and has been named faculty “Heavy Hitter” for his presentations to both the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education and the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy.
Ray’s community involvement also includes currently serving on the Board of Directors of High Peaks Hospice, and he served as past Chairman of the Board of Adirondack Medical Center (serving on the Board from 2012-2020), along with serving on the Board of The Adirondack Health Institute (2016-2019), and a previous holding of the President role at the Rotary Club of Glens Falls. Ray has been on the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC) Board and the Saratoga County Arts Council (now called Saratoga Arts) Board, and he is currently serving a temporary assignment on the Warren County ARPA (American Recovery Plan Act) committee.
Ray lives in Glens Falls, and has two children – Mary Victoria and Zane.
Photo Provided by ARCC:Bill Moon
Bill Moon has been the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks since 2015. Bill is also a local rest estate agent, assisting clients in both residential and commercial real estate transactions. Bill lives in Fort Ann with his wife, Bethany, and their two boys Jason and Colby. Bill holds a degree in humanities and social services, a BA in Psychology, and a master’s degree in Human Resources – strategic alignment.
Bill enjoys working closely with other agencies and businesses to provide local families with the resources that they need to be successful. He believes the key to organizational success includes a strong sense of strategic alignment and sustaining an effective team.
Photo Provided By ARCC: Paula Traina
Paula Traina is the CEO of Traina Insurance and Financial Services Incorporated, with two Warren County agencies specializing in providing insurance and financial services products offered by State Farm. Paula is a transformative leader known for building teams who execute at a high level – she has led multiple start-ups and cross functional teams.
Paula was professionally groomed by a Fortune 500 Company, and has benefited from one of the top leadership and development programs in the corporate world. She holds an MBA in Organizational Leadership, and is currently pursuing FINRA investment advisor licensing.
Paula and her family call Queensbury their home, and enjoy all of the activities that the Adirondacks have to offer. Paula Looks forward to serving the business community as an ARCC board member.
Photo Provided By ARCC: Daniel W. Washburn
Daniel W. Washburn is the Vice President of Commercial Operations and Shareholder of Hilltop Construction Company; he has been a part owner of Hilltop Construction since 2006. Dan helped to diversify the company with a strong focus on the commercial construction side of the business. He served as an ambassador for the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce, and currently serves as a councilman for the Town of Kingsbury. He is a commissioner at the Washington County Sewer Department, and was president of the Hudson Falls Girls Softball Organization from 2009-2014.
The ARCC extends its gratitude to the board members whose terms were completed in 2022: Ash Anand of the Lotus Group Company, Jared Humiston of Adirondack Technical Solutions, and Zach Moore of French Mountain Commons.
The ARCC would also like to announce the appointment of Mark Yrsha, EVP, Director of Relationship Banking of Glens Falls National Bank & Trust Company, as the ARCC Board Chair.
“The ARCC plays a critical role in our region by championing the needs, ideas and goals of our business community. I am very appreciative of the opportunities to chair this great board of highly engaged volunteers and work alongside the tremendous team at the ARCC. Together, we will continue to be the local leader supporting, educating, advocating and delivering for the members of the ARCC and our business community. Thank you to all the members of the ARCC: we really appreciate you” said Mr. Yrsha, EVP and Director of Relationship Banking at Glens Falls National Bank.
“The ARCC is so fortunate to have a board that is dedicated to the organization and our business community. We are grateful for past board members’ service and excited to welcome our new board members. We can achieve so much together” said ARCC President and CEO Tricia Rogers.
The ARCC was founded in 1914, and is 100% membership funded. The mission of the ARCC is to serve the members and business community through advocacy efforts, educational opportunities, and the power of connection and collaboration. To learn more, visit www.adirondackchamber.org
