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Glens Falls Boys Basketball Game Today

Section 2 Foothills League

Due to inclement weather, the Section 2 Class B Semi-final Boys Basketball game between Glens Falls and Tamarac was rescheduled for today, Wednesday, March 1st, at 3:30 PM. The game will take place at the Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls. Tickets can be purchased at the CIA box office. 

The line-up of games this evening at the Cooling Arena is:

Class B: Glens Falls vs. Tamarac @ 3:30 PM.

Class A: Troy vs. Hudson Falls @ 5:00 PM.

Class A: Lansingburgh vs.Amsterdam @ 6:30 PM.

Class D: Loudonville Christian vs. Northville @ 8:00 PM.

Glens Falls has a 17-5 overall record, with a 10-4 record (4th Place) in the Section 2 foothills council. Tamarac – who hail from Troy – have a 20- overall record, with a 13-0 record (1st place) in the section 2 Wasaren-A League. During the regular season, Tamarac had an impressive 16 game winning streak; they lost only two non-league games – one to Ballston Spa (79-70) on December 18, 2022, and the second loss came at the hands of Union-Endicott (80-64) on December 28, 2022.

Tip off for today’s game will be at 3:30 PM.

February 2023 DBA Filings

WARREN COUNTY

A Man Named Cash –Eric A. Hofmanis, 38 Harrison Ave, Glens Falls, NY 12801

East Coast Products – Michael Simmes, 129 Farr Ln, Queensbury, NY 12804

George’s Landscape Co. – Hunter George, 18 Terrace Ave, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

Your Momma Design’s – Jennifer Ferris, 206 Glen St, Glens Falls NY 12801

Marie Center’s Cleaning – Marie Center, 176 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804

Brennan & White – William J. White, 163 Haviland Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804

Rocky Ridge Firewood – Berness J. Bolton, Jr., 36 Cougar Ln, Chestertown, NY 12817

Boho Tea Shop – Christine M. France, 63 Bay St, Glens Falls, NY 12801

LaPlanche Construction – Matt LaPlanche, 115-1 Robert Gardens, Queensbury, NY 12804

Wicks N Wags – Gabrielle Skellie, 29 Spring St, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

Bishop Tree Nursery – Douglas W. Bishop, 13 Helen Dr, Queensbury, NY 12804

Positive Propagation Products – Michael V. Corentto, 32 Larose St, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Panther Productions – Sean E. Smith, 5A Overlook Ln N, Chestertown, NY 12817

Green GOAT Genetics – Malik Abu-Zeid, 49 Coolidge Hill Rd, Diamond Point, NY 12824

Cameron Realty Group – Kelli May, 1810 State Route 9 Suite C, Lake George, NY 12845

NY Nails Spa – Wen Jun Zou, 324 Quaker Rd Suite 3, Queensbury, NY 12804

Ross Trucking & Excavating – Robert S. Ross, 706 Golf Course Rd, Warrensburg, NY 12885

Hair Care by Sara – Sara Hoffay, 213 Dippikill Rd, Warrensburg, NY 12885

Johnson’s Roofing – Jonathan P. Johnson, 28 Warren St, Warrensburg, NY 12885

KAM2 Solutions – Michael Zilm, 84 Mohawk Mtn Rd, Lake George, NY 12845

Lanaskinbar – Alana Thacker, 147 Ridge St, Glens Falls, NY 12804

Harrington Construction – Orbin H. Harrington III, 24 Stevens Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804

Mason and Sons Roofing – Willis Mason, 47 Smith St, Warrensburg, NY 12885

Finish Line Construction – Christopher J. LaRock, 213 Upper Sherman Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804

Jeremy’s Stony Creek Marketplace – Jeremy J. Dunn, 8 Harrisburg Rd, Stony Creek, NY 12878

Insured Cleaners – Brenda Ackley, 68 Frost St, Warrensburg, NY 12885

Vitality Chiropractic Care – Wesley Cotton, 11 May St, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Pediatric Ear Piercing – Lauren Meilhede, 84 Broad St, Glens Falls, NY 12801

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Button Farm – Rachel M. Lynds, 76 River Rd, Buskirk, NY 12028

The Stonehouse Gallery & Be Well Studio – Linda Westlake, 98 George St, Fort Ann, NY 12827

A-Vet Runner – Kevin M. Sutliff, 94 County Route 41, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Clean To A T – Taya Giarusso, 114 Farley Rd, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Whiskey Moon Ranch – Michael S. Baker, 523 East Starbuck Ln, Fort Ann, NY 12827

NockinScales Outdoors – Jay Lapier, 13 Willow St Apt 1, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Resolute Builders – Matthew R. Fuller, 1079 Burgoyne Ave #8, Fort Edward, NY 12828

CRC Services – Cody R. Cenate, 9850 State Route 4, Whitehall, NY 12887

Cruisin’ Kitchen – Christine Stevenson, 51 Stevenson Way, Fort Ann, NY 12827

Rocky Top Acres – Henry C. Freebern, 19 Rock City Rd, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Atwell’s Residential Restorations – Leonard & Veronica Atwell, 646 Vly Summit Rd, Cambridge, NY 12816

Stoney Ridge Ranch – Jamie Thornton, 152 Cambridge Battenville Rd, Greenwich, NY 12834

Sanchez Roofing – Everildo C. Sanchez Mendoza, 25 Maple St, Whitehall, NY 12887

Paintina – William J. Stanley, 47 South Greenfield Rd, Greenfield, NY 12833

JHJ Services – James Howard Jero, Sr., 1943 Upper Turnpike Rd, Whitehall, NY 12887

Life in Stitches – Katrina Vanwie, 31 Notre Dame St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Glens Falls TODAY: Morning Brief – Episode 120: ProcellaCOR EC | 03/01/23

March on! ‘Tis the first of March, and today, Gary Scott discusses a hearing on the use of the herbicide ProcellaCOR EC in the waters of Lake George. Also, SUNY Adirondack adds a new IT training program, potential new plans for apartments on the property of the Wilton Mall, proposals on whether or not to allow e-bikes on the Warren County Bikeway, the final weekend for the Lake George Ice Castles, and Marlene Osier coming to the Strand Theatre this weekend.

00:02 – Intro
00:45 – Ad Break 1
01:49 – Story 1: SUNY ADK Adds IT Program
02:48 – Story 2: Plans for Wilton Mall
05:12 – Ad Break 2
05:37 – Story 3: ProcellaCOR EC Hearing
09:20 – Story 4: E-Bikes on the Bikeway
11:10 – Story 5: Ice Castles May Close Next Week – Sun Community News
13:07 – Story 6: Marlene Osier Coming to Strand
14:00 – Outro

Stories Cited:
SUNY ADK Adds IT Program – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/north-country/suny-adirondack-adds-new-it-training-course/

Plans for Wilton Mall – Saratoga TODAY
https://www.saratogatodaynewspaper.com/today-in-saratoga/business/item/18638-details-emerge-on-wilton-mall-plans-296-apartments-86-townhomes

ProcellaCOR EC Hearing – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/north-country/court-hears-case-for-and-against-herbicide-on-lake-george/

E-Bikes on the Bikeway – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/glens-falls-public-safety-board-members-debate-e-bikes-on-warren-county-bikeway/article_b8a0b3f6-b1f6-11ed-acf2-abbb00c59bda.html

Ice Castles May Close Next Week – Sun Community News
https://suncommunitynews.com/news/101440/lake-george-ice-castles-may-close-next-week/

Marlene Osier Coming to Strand – Glens Falls Chronicle
https://www.glensfallschronicle.com/marlene-osier-90-year-old-comedian-march-4-at-hf-strand/

Glens Falls TODAY: Morning Brief – Episode 119: The Queensbury Board Race | 02/28/23

Today, Gary discusses the candidates in the running for Queensbury At-Large Supervisor, among other town board positions. Also, the City of Glens Falls revamps its social media presence, Bolton Landing receives grants to build a rec center at its Veterans Memorial Park, candidates emerge in the race for seats on the Moreau Town Board, a weekly collaborative event for local artists looking to expand, and the Rock the Dock Music Festival returning to Lake George this summer.

00:02 – Intro
00:41 – Ad Break 1
01:41 – Story 1: Glens Falls Social Media
02:47 – Story 2: Bolton to Build Rec Center at Veterans Beach
04:53 – Ad Break 2
05:22 – Story 3: The Queensbury Board Race
08:03 – Story 4: Moreau Town Board Candidates
09:39 – Story 5: Drawing Night
11:39 – Story 6: Rock the Dock
12:30 – Outro

Stories Cited:
Glens Falls Social Media – News 10
https://www.news10.com/community/glens-falls-relaunches-social-media-presence/

Bolton to Build Rec Center at Veterans Park – Lake George Mirror
https://www.lakegeorgemirror.com/bolton-to-build-year-round-rec-center-at-veterans-beach/

The Queensbury Board Race: Candidates Endorsed – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/queensbury-republican-committee-endorses-candidates/article_132ccc3e-b2c8-11ed-98f3-43d1fc298ca6.html

The Queensbury Board Race: Candidate Pool Shrinks – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/race-update-queensbury-supervisor-at-large-candidate-pool-shrinks/article_6e307f2e-b14a-11ed-be7c-9f1cc612db32.html

Moreau Town Board Candidates – Glens Falls Chronicle
https://www.glensfallschronicle.com/radici-owner-mankouski-has-moreau-gop-nod-for-town-board-vs-2-incumbents/

Drawing Night – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/drawing-night-brings-area-artists-together-to-collaborate/article_114c0bc0-afc9-11ed-be4f-4f3b5ceb93b5.html

Rock the Dock – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/rock-the-dock-returning-to-lake-george-in-july/

Property Transactions: Feb. 20 – Feb. 26, 2023

CAMBRIDGE

Smart Home Holdings, LLC sold property at 89 West Main St to Seeley Rentals, LLC for $85,000

CHESTER

Entrust Administration sold property at 79 Dixon Rd to PSR Holdings Four, LLC for $200,000

FORT EDWARD

Equinox Properties, LLC sold property at 15 Putnam Ave to Noelle Gosselin for $142,000

Aimee L. Mahoney sold property at 256 Broadway to Taylor Boucher & Brandon Andrews for $175,000

GLENS FALLS

Servants of the Word, Inc. sold property at 28 & 30 Walnut St to Giovanni Fresco, LLC for $125,000

GRANVILLE

Glenn R. Clouse, Jr. sold property at 6 Granview Dr to Elizabeth & Jonathan Schuyler for $182,000

LAKE GEORGE

Circuitous Group, Inc. sold property at 3136 Lake Shore Dr to B&G Lake Shore Drive, LLC for $905,000

KPA Group, Inc. sold property at 8 Whisper Ln to Mark & Rosetta Salerno for $48,000

Zachary J. Ruland sold property at 13 Pine Grove Ave to SPC 13 Pine Grove, LLC for $160,000

KINGSBURY

Mark E. Hopper sold property at 41 John St to Liam Serviss for $182,000

Jenni Lee sold property at 33 Helen St to Jade Golden for $80,000

SALEM

Holly C. Montgomery sold property at 115 Scott Lake Rd to Janice M. Knapp for $58,333.33

WHITE CREEK

Lisa Noble sold property at 1107 County Route 68 to Jayson Cote & Renee Jardine-Cote for $305,000

WHITEHALL

Golden Knight Venture Partners, LLC sold property at 5-7 Rock Ave to John Daly for $6,000

The War in Ukraine: American Citizen Returns as Refugee

Michael, Yulia & Timofey

On February 24, 2022 Russia launched a military invasion into Ukraine… This was a steep escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War. American citizen Michael Thompson – who had been living and working in Ukraine for five years – brought his Ukrainian wife and their son to the United States prior to the war starting: “The invasion was the reason why we moved” Michael said.

Michael Thompson, his wife Yulia Pylypchak, and their son Timofey, moved to the Glens Falls area a bit over a year ago on January 14, 2022; this was just over a month before the war began. In late 2021, Russia began to move troops closer to the Ukrainian border: “We understood that something was going to happen, and we had a four-year old kid. It was too dangerous to wait for the war to begin” Yulia said. 

Michael had moved to the Ukraine in 2016 to pursue his love of traveling; he trained in ESL and received a teaching certificate. He chose Ukraine because there was a high demand for ESL teachers, and the salary to cost of living ratio was positive. He met Yulia when she was enrolled in his class, and the two later married… They had planned on staying in the Ukraine and traveling to the United States during the summer months. Michael and Yulia wanted their son Timofey to have exposure to both Ukrainian and American Culture. 

Michael left this country as a citizen, and returned as a refugee: “We returned with some clothes and electronics in our luggage” he said. When he brought his family to the United States, Yulia’s thoughts were constantly of her home and family in the Ukraine… Yulia felt that she had no community, and that was a struggle when they first arrived: “We brought Yulia’s mom and her niece over in late October… So now we have her niece who is 18 and Yulia mom who is in her 60s” Michael said. 

 “A lot has happened between the time that we got here and now… We moved here right before the invasion. A lot of people that I know, both Ukrainians and expats, were skeptical that the war was going to happen… Since 2014 – when Russia annexed Crimea – there were a lot of threats, but this time it was different” Michael said.  

“So for a while, people didn’t know if they (the Russian forces) would do anything. It’s been surreal for us. To be honest when we decided to move here I didn’t believe that a full invasion would happen, because the troops that Putin had at the border didn’t seem like enough to attack Ukraine. Ukraine is a big country. Kiev is a big city. The City of Kiev is elevated and it is surrounded by forests and rivers, so it makes invading difficult” Yulia said.

The politics in Ukraine mirror aspects of American politics: “All of the Ukrainian elections are polarized like the American elections… Zelenskyy won in a landslide. Then once he won, his popularity waned a bit… He is very educated with a law degree. He had his own company, he knew how to manage… So when he said that he wanted to run for president, people supported him. Plus, we had five years of the previous president, and we were looking for change because there was not a lot of improvement” Yulia commented.

When Zelenskyy stayed in the Ukraine, it inspired people to stay and fight: “We didn’t think he would stay in the country when the invasion started. He had the option of running. He didn’t leave. Him and his family stayed, and that made us believe in our victory… People in Ukraine became very united. They started helping each other, helping people who moved from the most damaged regions. Victory is possible” Yulia remarked.

Yulia’s mother was in Ukraine when the fighting started. There was no reliable source of electricity or water. The government would make deliveries of water, and standing in line for it was no picnic: “It was dangerous to get water. My mom had to walk about eight miles. She had her hip replaced, but she walked… She knew that it was stay and die, or get out of there” Yulia said.   

Although they were able to get Yulia’s mother and niece to the United State safely, the family was devastated when they heard that Yulia’s brother had been killed in the war… Yulia’s brother – a Ukrainian soldier – had spoken to them on New Year’s Eve just before he was moved to the front lines of the war… His wife and nine-year old daughter are still In Ukraine. 

“We think, how can we help our army and our people maintain through this aggression? We don’t want people to die for no reason. Kids, civilians and soldiers are dying. In this century we shouldn’t have this type of war. We don’t want children to see the cruelty of war” Yulia said.

Michael, Yulia and Timofey currently do not have any plans to return to the Ukraine.

The City of Glens Falls Expands Communications

The City of Glens Falls is continuing to focus on expanding its communications and outreach, and is taking steps to expand beyond the scope of the ‘traditional’ press release: “Over the years, the City of Glens Falls hasn’t done a good job communicating what’s going on… We’ve significantly ramped up our communications through traditional channels.  Now, we’re going to be able to directly communicate with the residents of Glens Falls and those who have an interest in coming to Glens Falls” said Mayor Bill Collins.   

The city started a City of Glens Falls NY YouTube page during the COVID-19 pandemic; this step was taken to ensure public meetings were conducted in an open forum. The communication efforts of the city will now be expanded – due to the work of the Communications Director, Tim Drawbridge – by relaunching their social media presence with the following pages: 

Facebook: Glens Falls, New York – City  

Twitter: @cityofGF

LinkedIN: City of Glens Falls

Instagram: cityofglensfallsny

YouTube: City of Glens Falls NY

“We certainly know the pitfalls of social media. But we are focused on making these accounts a positive interactive experience. We want to utilize social media in many ways: 

  • when one of our fantastic events is taking place downtown. 
  • when there is a road closure, whether it’s because of road work, etc. 
  • to provide dates and specific information to the residents of Glens Falls pertaining to the Fall / Spring pick-ups. 
  • to notify the residents and businesses of Glens Falls about public meetings. 
  • advertising employment opportunities with the City of Glens Falls.

And this only scratches the surface of what we want to do for the residents of Glens Falls moving into the 21st century” noted Mayor Collins.

For more information regarding this or any other issue, please reach out to the Communications Director, Tim Drawbridge, via e-mail at communicationsdirector@cityofglensfalls.com, or tdrawbridge@cityofglensfalls.com.  If your issue is urgent or if you’re looking to speak with Mayor Collins regarding a formal comment, please reach out to Tim Drawbridge via cell phone at (518) 920-4884.

Glens Falls TODAY: Morning Brief – Episode 118: Safety On Our Streets | 02/27/23

Today, Gary discusses traffic safety studies in both Glens Falls and Queensbury. Also, the Village of Lake George’s appearance on the “Today” show, a local Kettlebell workout gym offering classes in South Glens Falls, Lake George Village septic rates to increase next month, and a historical reenactment event at Fort Ticonderoga this weekend.

00:02 – Intro
00:33 – Ad Break 1
01:29 – Story 1: Lake George on “Today” Show
03:09 – Story 2: Simple Strength and Conditioning
06:11 – Ad Break 2
06:35 – Story 3: Traffic Safety in Glens Falls/Queensbury
10:58 – Story 4: Lake George Village Septic Rates Going Up
12:59 – Story 5: “The Bridge to 1777”
14:58 – Outro

Stories Cited:
Lake George on “Today” Show – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/today-show-highlights-lake-george-and-its-outgoing-mayor-in-live-segment/article_00ce1e88-b13f-11ed-9840-ef474f5089b2.html

Simple Strength and Conditioning – Glens Falls TODAY
https://glensfallsbusinessreport.com/simple-strength-and-conditioning/

Traffic Safety: Glens Falls – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/north-country/glens-falls-eyes-future-of-traffic-safety/

Traffic Safety: Queensbury – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/north-country/presentation-monday-on-queensbury-traffic-study/

Lake George Village Septic Rates Going Up – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/lake-george-village-septic-rates-going-up-march-1/article_9dfbde4a-ac88-11ed-8596-577aa13c8566.html

“The Bridge to 1777” – Sun Community News
https://suncommunitynews.com/news/101381/forts-winter-series-continues-with-the-bridge-to-1777/

Glens Falls TODAY: Morning Brief – Episode 117: Moreau United | 02/24/23

Today, Gary discusses the goals of the new Moreau United political party. Also, Washington County’s 2023 Winterfest cancelled, events on the schedule for the final weekend of the Lake George Winter Carnival, a profile on Glens Falls DPW Superintendent Tom Girard, and some controversy involving a waste company working with Saratoga Biochar Solutions.

00:02 – Intro
00:37 – Ad Break 1
01:35 – Story 1: Washington County Winterfest Cancelled / Lake George Winter Carnival: Final Weekend
04:39 – Story 2: DPW Superintendent Tom Girard
08:17 – Ad Break 2
08:42 – Story 3: Moreau United
10:45 – Story 4: Casella Organics & Saratoga Biochar
14:26 – Outro

Stories Cited:
Washington County Winterfest Cancelled – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/washington-county/washington-county-winterfest-2023-officially-canceled/

Lake George Winter Carnival: Final Weekend – Sun Community News
https://suncommunitynews.com/news/101327/lake-george-winter-carnival-2023-concludes-this-weekend/

DPW Superintendent Tom Girard – Glens Falls TODAY
https://glensfallsbusinessreport.com/faces-of-city-hall-tom-girard-superintendent-of-the-department-of-public-works/

Moreau United – News 10
https://www.news10.com/news/north-country/new-moreau-political-party-holds-rally-thursday/

Casella Organics & Saratoga Biochar – Post Star
https://poststar.com/news/local/sludge-provider-for-biochar-plant-has-history-of-environmental-violations/article_3417de18-ac77-11ed-9b95-cf716b2df5ae.html

The Glens Falls Community Says “Hello, and Welcome” to Ukrainian Refugees

Linda Plante

As the war in the Ukraine approaches its first-year anniversary it appears that the war will not stop for the time-being… So the Glens Falls community is working to help Ukrainian refugees relocate. With help from the Adirondack Welcome Circle – a volunteer organization that sponsors refugee families – members of the Glens Falls community are working to help these refugees find housing, and gain employment.

Those who are fleeing the fighting in Ukraine are often leaving with only the bare necessities, and entering an unfamiliar area where they may not speak the language. Each refugee and refugee family need some type of support, and members of the community are stepping up to help in any way that they can – like Linda Plante. Linda is a member of the Glens Falls community, and she found out about the Ukrainian refugees because she hosted a garage sale; that was when she met Oksana Smith and learned about the refugees’ plight. 

“Oksana stopped at my garage sale and she had three lovely Ukrainian women with her. As the women browsed through the garage sale, Oksana and I began to talk. That was when I learned that Oksana was helping Ukrainian refugees. Oksana would welcome the refugees into her home while the Adirondack Welcome Circle would look for more permanent housing for them” Linda explained.  

“Oksana is doing everything that she can to help these refugees find housing, gain employment, and try to feel comfortable in their new surroundings” Linda noted… This led Linda to ask herself the question, “What can I do?” Linda came up with the idea of gift baskets. The gift baskets are ‘Hello & Welcome’ baskets that include gift cards in an amount ranging from $10-$50, and small personal items for the families! “By giving them gift cards, it helps them financially and provides items that they specifically need. It helps them explore the area and find where these shops and restaurants and stores are located… It may even help them find a job” Linda said.  By creating the ‘Hello & Welcome’ baskets, she feels that she is contributing to the community.

Linda has already distributed six gift baskets with a variety of items and gift cards, and she’s hoping to create six or seven more baskets and be able to distribute them over the Easter holiday. Linda is asking for gift card donations to help the refugees. If you would like to donate a gift card please call (518)761-9818.

Oksana Smith is helping by opening her home and providing needed support for these families. Oksana has been in this country for 26 years, and her family has recently been able to escape the fighting in Ukraine: “The war is very emotional for me. I was lucky because my grandson came five days before the war started. So I was just protected by God. All of my family is here but; ALL of my family are the 46-million people who are left behind. I have been here 26 years, my friends are there, my memories are there” Oksana declared. 

Vitalii Machuzak, Viktoriya Bolinovska, & Oksana Smith

She recalls the story of one refugee woman who felt the need to return to the Ukraine: “I was sponsoring one woman who was here for three months. She has two sons and a husband still in the Ukraine. She came to this country in May, and in September the war had gotten worse… One morning, she said ‘I have to go back, my sons are there and I shouldn’t be here.’ We bought her a ticket and she went back.” Oksana recalled. Oksana has been in contact with this woman since she returned home. 

Oksana has also helped refugees fill out the required paperwork to find jobs: “They want to work… They can get working papers, but each form costs $410. That is a yearly income in Ukraine. These families are concerned about the cost of the form and filling out official paperwork that they are not familiar with” Oksana has helped families both fill out the paperwork and find employment.

Oksana is touched by the effect that she is able to have in small ways… In some parts of Ukraine, there is no heat and no electricity. Oksana would like to thank the Adirondack Welcome Circle and the community for helping the refugees though this difficult time.

For more information on ways to help, contact the adirondackwelcomecircle.org