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Jessica Maher / Recorder staff
Using his resources

Thirteen-year-old Brian Serrano uses the computer at the Amsterdam Free Library after school on Monday.
Front Page News
Motion for summary judgement withdrawn by Brownell attorney

The attorney for Amsterdam Police Chief Thomas Brownell withdrew a motion for summary judgment Monday following the...
Paterson lashes back at rumors
By MICHAEL GORMLEY
Associated Press Writer
ALBANY — New York Gov. David Paterson on Monday lashed back at what he...
Capital projects on council agenda

In the footsteps of a proposed three-year moratorium on capital spending at the county level, a city alderman plans to...
Obituaries
Antoinette Polito Martuscello
February 4, 2010

Mrs. Antoinette Polito Martuscello, 94, of Knollwood Ave, Amsterdam, passed away peacefully February...
Felicia M. Lavicka
February 7, 2010

Mrs. Felicia M. Lavicka, 89, of State Route 30 South, Amsterdam, New York passed away Sunday, February...
George J. Capone
February 8, 2010

Mr. George J. Capone, 69, of Amsterdam, passed away Monday morning February 8, 2010 at his home with...
Irene Laska
February 7, 2010

Irene E. Laska, age 79, of Pine Tree Drive, Gloversville, passed away Sunday evening at St. Mary's...
Katherine M. Lozada
February 7, 2010

Katherine M. Lozada, 22, of North Main Street, Gloversville, NY died peacefully into the arms of her...
Merle D. Melita
February 6, 2010

Merle D. Melita, 62, of Laurel Drive, Amsterdam, NY, died unexpectedly Saturday, February 6, 2010 at...
Ralph Mustico
February 2, 2010

Ralph Mustico, 94, of Rotterdam died peacefully on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Kingsway Arms Nursing...
Local News
Capital projects on council agenda

In the footsteps of a proposed three-year moratorium on capital spending at the county level, a city alderman plans to...
Motion for summary judgement withdrawn by Brownell attorney

The attorney for Amsterdam Police Chief Thomas Brownell withdrew a motion for summary judgment Monday following the...
In brief
Setting it straight
* In Monday's edition, Amsterdam Fire Department Battalion Chief Michael Whitty was erroneously...
Muniz pleads guilty to drug possession
Staff report
FONDA — An Amsterdam man who served time for his role in the city's most recent homicide is headed to...
Police report
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
* Depree B. Faulks, 18, an inmate in the Montgomery County jail, was charged with...
Denman takes first place

PERTH — Seven rounds and 11 fifth-grade students at the Broadalbin-Perth Intermediate School couldn't withstand...
Village OKs smoking ban for parks, playgrounds

FONDA — The village became the first municipality in the county to agree to ban smoking in public parks and...
In brief
Town office closing for holiday
BROADALBIN — The town tax collector's office will be closed Monday in observance of...
Sports
Gainey steps down as Canadiens GM
MONTREAL (AP) — From his time as captain to his tenure as general manager, Bob Gainey has spent a lifetime...
Odle rolls 300 game
Staff report
Chris Odle rolled a perfect 300 game in the Amsterdam Men's City League to highlight bowling action Monday...
A hoarse Who Dat Nation savors Saints' victory
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jubilant fans greeted the Super Bowl-winning Saints Monday, showering them with "Who Dat!"...
Super Bowl XLIV is most watched TV show ever
NEW YORK (AP) — The New Orleans Saints' victory over Indianapolis in the Super Bowl was watched by more than 106...
NFL heads into great unknown
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A memorable season capped by a super title game with a record TV audience has NFL...
Story :
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — As Olympians arrive by the day, the Winter Games seem to be missing something....
Yanks add Thames, finalize Winn
NEW YORK (AP) — Marcus Thames agreed Monday to a minor league contract with the New York Yankees, who also...
Patrick signs on for Nationwide race
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Here's something to consider: Maybe Danica Patrick is a pretty good race car driver.

 

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