COLUMN: Library Focus - Learn about wastewater and your river May 8
Now that spring has finally arrived it’s time to celebrate and we have just the tickets with a special appearance of Morris Dancers on May Day, craft programs of all kinds, prep courses for the SAT and summer job hunting and of course our annual Teen Photography Show.
Albany corruption points out need for the right reforms
It was recently reported that two Albany lawmakers from Downstate were involved in corruption and bribery. One lawmaker, Assemblyman Eric Stevenson, is accused of accepting more than $22,000 in bribes from four adult daycare centers, with the understanding that he would put forth legislation that would benefit the centers.
A role model departs
Long-time Buffalo sports journalist served as my role model
Something really stopped me last week. Not the occasion of a birthday, for there’s one of those every year and it always happens to fall during a busy time where there’s little chance to really kick back and enjoy things, not with the deluge of games, tournaments and meets to keep up with.
COLUMN: Library Focus - Check out our annual book and media sale
April is winding to a close, but it’s far from over yet. The budget and trustee vote is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 25, and is open to all residents of the Baldwinsville School District 18 and up. Come in cast your vote and take advantage of our spring bake and book sales while you’re here.
COLUMN: Laws created more child sex abuse crimes, still more needs to change
We hear about cases on the news and we see mug shots of those who are charged or convicted of some heinous child sex abuse act. There is no excuse for these perpetrators and sickens the majority of us who have to read these stories.
COLUMN: Library Focus - Make your voice heard at your library
April is winding to a close, but it’s far from over yet. The budget and trustee vote is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 25, and is open to all residents of the Baldwinsville School District 18 and up. Come in cast your vote and take advantage of our spring bake and book sales while you’re here.
Raising awareness about autism
It is estimated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that autism has risen to one in every 88 births in the United States. In order to raise awareness about the programs and services available to families affected by autism, the New York State Senate has commemorated April 2013 as Autism Awareness Month.
COLUMN: Budget ‘robs Peter to pay Paul’
Last week I talked about the State Budget in this column and this week I wanted to expand on some elements in the budget.
COLUMN: Proposed legislation would assist active military, veterans in New York
Our state government can make a big difference just by doing little things for active duty military and veterans. We should use our resources to further their careers and express our appreciation for their years of service and sacrifice.
COLUMN: From the Clerk’s Desk - Passport applications, photos can be processed through town
Just a reminder that the Lysander Town Clerk’s office is authorized and trained by the U.S. Department of State as a passport acceptance facility.
COLUMN: Library Focus - April marks National Library week
Break week is over and gone again, but there’s still lots to do this month at the library with classes, crafts, National Library Week (April 14 to 20), the library budget vote and trustee election on April 25, and our spring book sale from April 25 through April 29. Mark your calendars, make your plans and stock up for vacation reading.
COLUMN: Volunteer Connections - Help clean up B’ville in recognition of Earth Day
April is National Volunteer Recognition Month so here’s a big thank you to all of Baldwinsville’s many volunteers.
COLUMN: Future of Radisson ice arena uncertain
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Lysander Supervisor John Salisbury for coffee and breakfast. We met at the Cottage Restaurant in Baldwinsville, and talked about the many things happening within the town.
COLUMN: Budget misses opportunity to move state ahead
The 2013-14 New York State budget passed with total spending at $141.2 billion. Overall, we missed our opportunity to create a better state and left things status quo.
COLUMN: Library Focus - Check out the vibrant colors of spring
With any luck, the signs of spring are finally beginning to appear, but even if winter lingers a bit longer, we can promise a riot of color and activity at the library including the year’s most colorful art exhibit provided by the elementary students of the Baldwinsville Central Schools.
