12.10.2011
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!! The Racing & Wagering gaming seminar will be held on December 28, 2011 @ 10 AM
No reservations needed. New York State Racing & Wagering Board 1 Broadway Center, Suite 600 Schenectady, New York 12305-2553
518-395-5400 Send Questions or Comments to: info@racing.ny.gov

12.09.2011
NYS Aerie December 2011 State Reporter (PDF)

11.26.2011
#1253 Ithaca's EAGLE'S CHATTER December and January 2012 Newsletter (PDF)

11.17.2011
THE NEW YORK STATE EXPRESS October 2011 Auxiliary Newsletter (PDF)

11.07.2011
Information Concerning Resignations.

11.06.2011
Notice: The pocket badge used in New York is about to be discontinued. If you want this style badge, you might want to consider ordering one soon. The price is right Over the Pocket Badge. Closeout! While Supplies Last! Officer name Badge. Comes with engravable brass plate.
There is room for 2 lines of approximately 25 characters per line. Product Code: CC Price: $2.00 Lindback Distributing Closeouts



11.02.2011
State Reporter Newsletter November 2011 (PDF)

10.26.2011
Grand Aerie Cursory Audit Changes The Grand Aerie has changed the cursory audit to a survey form. Here's the new form (PDF) Thanks Ed Gradwell.
We’re authorized to do a survey!?!? Do we need a change in the statute to change the wording from audit to survey?
Section 35.3. Each State or Provincial Aerie shall have power to regulate its own internal affairs in such manner as it shall see fit not inconsistent with the Constitution and Statutes of the Order. Each State or Provincial Aerie shall at all times be amenable and subject to the supervision and control of the Grand Aerie and its properly qualified officers. No State or Provincial Aerie shall have or exer­cise any legislative, executive or judicial functions except concerning its own internal affairs. It shall have no jurisdiction over the internal affairs of Local Aeries of which it is composed except that it shall be authorized to conduct an annual cursory audit of the Local Aerie using a form provided by the Grand Aerie. Each State or Provincial Aerie shall have the power to fix by provisions in its By-Laws the amount of annual Per Capita Tax for membership therein.

10.25.2011
Tonawanda Aerie #1411 November/December 2011 Newsletter (PDF)

10.21.2011
Middletown Joint Anniversary Anniversary November 12, 2011 5PM.
Please call the Secretary of Middletown Aerie directly for reservations. Tony Boffa Restaurant 75 Railroad Avenue, Middletown, New York 10940 585-343-8842
Cost $25.00 Reservations are needed. Please contact: Vincent Muscarella, Aerie Secretary 845-800-3167 e-mail cuzvin1969@yahoo.om 35 Excelsior Avenue, Middletown, New York 10940
10.19.2011
New York State Aerie Bylaws (PDF) 10.2011

10.16.2011

Ken Morrissey
GRANVILLE -- Kenneth "YoYo" Morrissey, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, at Indian River Health Care Center.
Born on Dec. 28, 1929, Ken was the son of the late Thomas and Eleanor (Kokoletsos) Morrissey. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Nancy (Hallenbeck) Morrissey; his son, Kenneth Morrissey; his brother, Thomas Morrissey; and his sisters, Patricia Jones and Carol O'Leary.
Ken was a long time member and past president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. No. 2486 in South Glens Falls. He was employed as the bar manager for more than 20 years at the Eagles in S.G.F., and was the past president of the New York State Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles organization. He was also a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge No. 81 in Queensbury. Ken served his country in the U.S. Air Force.
Survivors include his daughter, Trudy LeBlanc and her husband, Edward, of Lisbon, Conn.; his sisters, Beverly Whitaker and Barbara Pennell; his brother, Gerald Morrissey and his wife; his grandchildren, Melissa Reed and her husband, Jason, of Lisbon, Conn., Regina LaMotte and her husband, Ralph, William Sherman, Danielle LaFreniere and her companion, Richard, of Lisbon, Conn., Jamison Moore, and Shane Morrissey and his wife; his great-grandchildren, Erica Reed, Nicholas Reed, Kristin Lamb, Kenneth Lamb, Keith LaMotte, Alyssa Sherman, Cody Sherman and Caleb Moore; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends and family may call on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, between noon and 2 p.m. at M.B. Kilmer Funeral Home, 136 Main St., South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Online condolences may be posted at kilmerfuneralhome.com. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Oct. 18, at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Anthony Childs, pastor of St. Michael's Church in South Glens Falls, officiating. Burial will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery in South Glens Falls. Ken's family would like to thank the staff of the Indian River Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Granville for the care and compassion shown during the time he was in their facility.
10.09.2011

James H. Russell 1928 - 2011 Grand Aerie Hall of Fame, Past Eastern Regional President, Past New York State President
Born on August 10, 1928, Jim became a member of the Rochester Aerie No. 52 on March 18, 1976. Four years later (1980) he became the Rochester Aerie President. Eight years later (1988) Jim became a New York State Aerie President then he was elected as the Rochester Aerie Secretary. In 2001 Jim was appointed Eastern Regional President and shortly after that became a member of the Grand Aerie Hall of Fame. In recent years he was also the Trial Committee Chairman in the Horseheads Aerie No. 3818. Jim was assigned into many Aerie’s as a Grand Aerie Rep and Agent. His wife Ann was often with Jim whenever he traveled. Jim passed away on Wednesday October 5, 2011. Condolences may be sent to his daughter Cyndi; Mrs. Gary Decker, 25 Weather Wood Lane, Rochester, New York 14612
Visitation: Monday, October 10, 2011 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM New Comer Funeral Home Westside Chapel 2636 Ridgeway Ave Rochester, NY 14626 585-453-9550.
Service: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 10:00 AM New Comer Funeral Home Westside Chapel 2636 Ridgeway Ave Rochester, NY 14626 585-453-9550
Interment: Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
James H. Russell Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at age 83. He is predeceased by his wife, Ann Russell. Survived by his daughter, Cyndi Decker; son, Tom (Linda) Russell; grandchildren, Mike, Mathew Decker, Shawn (Carrie), David, Kristen Russell, Alexander Clauser; 4 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; brothers, Robert (JoAnne), Earl (Charlene) Russell; sisters, Barbara Tarbox, Janis (Bob) Werner. Family will receive friends on Monday, October 10, 2011 from 6-9 PM at New Comer Funeral Home, 2636 Ridgeway Avenue where his Funeral Ceremony will be held Tuesday at 10 AM. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: American Legion Post #468 344 Dorsey Road Rochester, New York 14616

10.06.2011
THE NEW YORK STATE EXPRESS September 2011 Auxiliary Newsletter (PDF)

10.01.2011
#1253 Ithaca's EAGLE'S CHATTER October and November 2011 Newsletter (PDF)

10.01.2011
NYS Aerie October 2011 State Reporter (PDF)

10.01.2011
Robert McClure – Olean New York The Olean Times Herald recently printed writings of reflections on personal memories of September 11th.
Robert McClure sent in his article. Bob did such a great job the newspaper printed his entire article. Nice job Bob! Bob became a member of the Olean Eagles on February 22, 1998 and has been the Olean Aerie No. 616 president 5 times thru the years. Thanks to Past State Aerie President Pete Vaughn for signing up Bob. Bob's Complete Article PDF

09.26.2011
Visiting Katie Woolson Plans are being formed to visit Katie Woolson at The Crossings Rehab Center 217 East Avenue Minoa, New York 13116-1205 next Sunday, October 2, 2011. As of now we’re planning on leaving from the Canajoharie Aerie at 1 P.M. Anyone wishing a ride please let us know. Let's surprise Katie with a big turnout. (I’m leaving my home in Albany at Noon and have room for 3. Bob Yager)

09.11.2011
THE NEW YORK STATE EXPRESS August 2011 Auxiliary Newsletter (PDF)

09.10.2011
Talked with Ray Haggerty today. Mary is in rehab, is doing great and she is looking forward to her recovery.  Robert Yager

09.09.2011
Tonawanda Aerie #1411 September/October 2011 Newsletter (PDF)

09.07.2011
As many of you know, the Cobleskill New York Area got hit very hard with flooding. The Cobleskill Eagles are OK but they are working hard to help the communities around them. Please help any way you can. Cobleskill Aerie No. 2695, P.O. Box 87, 159 Legion Drive, Cobleskill NY 12043 518.234.4520
Come on out to the Parrot House, Main St., Schoharie - Sat - 9/10/11 from 6 p.m. until . . . ? Make a donation to help Schoharie County flood victims - and dance to the music of Shakey Ground & friends - All donations will go to the Catholic Charities of Schoharie County to benefit county flood victims

09/07/2011
October 22, 2011 Schenectady Aerie No. 514 Anniversary 1130 Third Avenue Schenectady, New York 12303-1656 518.374.5224 Cocktails and Snacks 5 to 6 P.M. Dinner Buffet Style  6 P.M. Chicken Parmesan, Pasta and all the fixings Presentations at 7:30 P.M. Music by Ron and group from 9 P.M. $10.00 per Person No Reservations Needed. Smoke Free from 5 to 9 P.M. Poster PDF

09.06.2011
Mary Haggerty had a stroke like condition and is in the hospital. She can’t use her legs or hands but will start therapy soon. Send cards to: 40 Ruth Ave., Amherst, NY 14226-2040 We wish her a speedy recovery!

09.02.2011
September 2011 STATE REPORTER (PDF)

08.28.2011
2011 Eastern Regional Conference October 7th - 9th at the Fort Johnstown Aerie 1575  12 South William Street, Johnstown, NY 12095 Phone: 518.762.8813.
Details and Pre-Registration Information (PDF) Pre-Register before September 24


08.12.2011
Past New York State Auxiliary President Kay Moshier is now living in Ohio. Kay's son, John Murphy passed away on Monday. Please consider sending her a card on the loss of her son. Kay Moshier (PSP)
516 North Saint Clair
Girard, Ohio 44420

08.12.2011
2011 State Fall Conference - Glens Falls – 9/17/2011 & 9/18/2011 The Fall Conference will be held in Glens Falls on September 17th and 18th.
State Aerie will meet on Saturday at 11 A.M. and on Sunday morning. The motels are the - Landmark Motel, $65.00 518.793.3441, www.landmarkmotorinn.com Single $65.00, and - SaraGlen, $70.00 518.73.4166, www.Saraglenmotel.com Single $70.00. Glens Falls plan a Friday night fish fry, breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, lunch on Saturday and the banquet will be at the Aerie and will be CORRECTION: ROAST BEEF & ROAST PORK $18.00. Please make reservations by calling the Aerie at 518.793.4511. BBQ Saturday afternoon. Happy Hour 5 to 6 Music both nights. Glens Falls Aerie #2486, 80 Main Street, South Glens Falls, New York 12803, 518.793.4511

08.07.2011
To my Brothers and Sisters from New York State. A Thank You from Patrick W. Gray, Grand Aerie Inside Guard (PDF)

08.01.2011
2011 George Armstrong State Golf Tournament (PDF)

08.01.2011
August 2011 STATE REPORTER (PDF)

07.30.2011
How To Recover From The Loss Of  A Non-Profit's Tax-Exempt Status (PDF)

07.30.2011
#1253 Ithaca's EAGLE'S CHATTER August and September 2011 Newsletter (PDF)
#1253 Ithaca's August and September 2011 Calendar (PDF)

07.28.2011
Cobleskill Anniversary August 20, 2011 Buffet, Prime Rib, Pork & Fish, $15 per person.
Reservations are a must by calling the Aerie on 518.234.4520 before August 14, 2011.
The Super 8 motel number is 518.234.4888.
Cobleskill Aerie #2695, P.O. Box 87, 159 Legion Drive, Cobleskill, New York 12043, 518.234.4520

07.26.2011
July 2011 THE NEW YORK STATE EXPRESS Auxiliary Newsletter (PDF) (2Mb)

07.24.2011
I am sending two important announcements to all secretaries and bulletin editors. Please share with members on behalf of the Marketing and Information Technology teams at Grand Aerie Headquarters.
FOE MEMBERS-ONLY WEB At the Convention last week, we introduced a new members-only website for The Fraternal Order of Eagles. We are now working to spread the word across the jurisdiction, and encourage you to help us get all members registered. Our goal is to be able to share more information and useful tools with all members in a more secured setting. For example, on the new site you will find a listing of officer biographies and photos ready to download for your needs. This is just one example of the customer-service oriented improvements we have made and will continue to make. Attached is a document that describes how to access the site. You must be a member in good standing to register. Because the site it tied directly to MMS, if a member is dropped, he/she will no longer have access. We are simply ensuring that the people visiting are actually members. PLEASE NOTE the following important points. There will be no need for members to learn a new web address. The login link for the members-only area is located on the top right corner of our current home page, www.foe.com. Click “Members-Only Login” to begin your tour. Content on foe.com will not be removed at this time. We are working to support this change by taking carefully planned steps. We will begin to delete content up front on Aug. 15, but will start with the least visited items first. A temporary link will be in place of removed content to direct our members to the new area. In the end, the "front end" of foe.com will offer just general information for those interested in our organization (a public marketing presence). All member tools and information will be slowly relocated to the members-only area by the end of this year. In addition to sharing with your members, please feel free to offer feedback to us. Our goal in design was to make it easier for you to locate the information you need. If you find something difficult, or something doesn’t make sense, please share. Your input is valuable! For any help with registration, logging in, or any web related matter, please contact us at: websupport@foe.com We are ready to answer your questions and assist you in this transition.
HELP US SUPPORT THOSE WHO SERVE! Among our many programs is Operation Eagle, through which we deliver needed goods to active military members during the holiday season. July is Operation Eagle Nomination month and we encourage all of our Aeries and Auxiliaries to nominate Eagles or immediately family of Eagles who are currently serving the United States or Canada to be recipients for the 2011 Operation Eagle Program. Each year The Fraternal Order of Eagles donates thousands of pounds of goods to troops overseas. The program has been met with great appreciation from many soldiers currently serving and we hope to make this year’s shipment even bigger! Nomination forms can be found online or you may contact us: marketing@foe.com. Recipients will be announced at a later date, and then we will make a call for your donations. Please share your nomination with us by July 31. Thank you for your help!
Nancy Nancy Schlagheck Marketing & Communications Director Fraternal Order of Eagles, Grand Aerie nschlagheck@foe.com 614.883.2160

07.17.2011 Large NYS 1907 LOGOS (Also available via link from the Forms, Documents & Information page)

07.17.2011 Members Only area on the Grand Aerie Website. View instructions (PDF)

07.16.2011 2011 Constitution and Statute Changes (WORD) (PDF)

07.15.2011 Application for this year’s Utica Golf Tournament (PDF)

07.15.2011 Pat Gray has been elected Grand Aerie Inside Guard. Thanks to all who voted for Pat and Congratulations to Pat

07.01.2011 JULY 2011 NEW YORK STATE REPORTER AERIE NEWSLETTER (PDF)

07.01.2011 State Aerie Officers 1907 to 2010 (PDF)

07.01.2011 Tonawanda's #1411 July-August 2011 Newsletter (PDF)

06.24.2011
2011-2012 State Aerie Officers Information Sheet (PDF)
2011-2012 Local Aerie Secretary Listing (PDF)

06.23.2011 2010 104th Official Proceedings are available for viewing

06.23.2011 The Eastern Region program book DRC project has been canceled. The new Eastern Regional DRC Chairman is Robert Sharkey.

06.11.2011 In an effort to set up our State Aerie Presidents, Dave Cook’s, Visitation Schedule for this year, we need your help. 
Please fill out the State Aerie Worthy President Visit Request Form (PDF) or (Word)  if you’d like Dave to attend your event and return to me A.S.A.P...  I’d like to set up Dave’s complete schedule for his 2011-2012 term by the Fall Conference.  Thank you in advance for your help. Fraternally, Don Yanchunis

05.31.2011 Fraternal Order of Eagles, Eastern Regional Conference October 7, 8 & 9, 2011 will be held at:
Johnstown Aerie #1575 (Fort Johnson) Fraternal Order of Eagles 12 South William Street, Johnstown, New York 12095 518.762.8813 (corrected number)

Hotel rates and phone numbers foe the Eastern Regional meeting:
MICROTEL INNS & SUITES 136 NORTH COMRIE AVE. JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. 12095 518.762.5425, RATE $ 69.00, Attn; Christie Funk
HOLIDAY INN 308 NORTH COMRIE AVE JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. 12095 (518) 762.4686, RATE $ 89.00
SUPER 8 MOTEL 301 NORTH COMRIE AVE JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. 12095 518.736.1800, RATE $ 69.00 (Rate Change)

05.31.2011 Ithaca Aerie #1253 June and July Newsletter and Calendar Posted

05.20.2011 State of New York Regulation of Smoking in Public and Work Place (PDF)

05.10.2011
Questions from the Ticonderoga Aerie President: Can someone under the age of 21 be a bartender? NO Can a member that’s 18 years old sell bell jar tickets? YES
SLA
§ 126. Persons forbidden to traffic in alcoholic beverages. The following are forbidden to traffic in alcoholic beverages: 2. A person under the age of twenty-one years.
Bell Jar
5622.2 Minors. Persons under 18 years of age may be permitted to attend games of chance license periods at the discretion of the games of chance licensee, but shall not be allowed to participate in the operation or play of any game or games of chance. One or more signs restricting participation of persons under 18 years of age shall be prominently displayed in each playing area.
5622.3 Restriction on participation. No person shall assist in the management of games of chance except a bona fide member of the licensee. No person shall assist in the operation of games of chance except a bona fide member of the licensee or a bona fide member of an organization which is an auxiliary or an affiliate of the licensee. No person under the age of 18 years shall be permitted to assist in the conduct of games of chance or participate in the play of any game or games of chance. For the purpose of the sale of tickets for the game of raffle, the term "operate" shall not include the sale of such tickets by any person with a blood relationship or affinity with a member of an authorized organization licensed to conduct a raffle. Nonmembers may assist the licensee in any activity other than managing or operating games of chance

05.09.2011
2011 New York State Aerie Golf Tournament News. There will not be a Fraternal Order of Eagles, New York State Aerie Golf Tournament in Johnstown. David F. Cook

05.04.2011 Pictures From Bowling Weekend At Glens Falls

05.04.2011
Saturday May 7, 2011 Johnson City Eagles Aerie 64th and Auxiliary 62nd Anniversary and Awards. Cocktails at 5:00 PM Dinner 6:00 PM Roast Beef & Ham. Honored Guests Charter Member Theodore “ Pops” Horton, NYS President Larry Robillard, NYS Madam President JoAnne Serpe and Eastern Regional Madam President Ruth Sharkey. Music by Remedy(8-12) See the Bartender for Tickets Fraternal Order of Eagle Members only Cost $12.00 --Leonard Briggs

05.02.2011 May-June 2011 issue of Tonawanda 1411 newsletter.

05.02.2011
Tonawanda 1411 anniversary dinner is May 14 dinner at 6pm. Anyone who is coming please email Pam Rivers mailbags2@aol.com or call our club 716-694-6968 after 6pm. Tuesday-Sunday. Pam

05.02.2011
Learn from Bowling Professor Larry Robillard. The First ball for the 2011 Eagles bowling tournament!
3 incredible action shots showing great bowling form. He is truly one of the greats, showing how it's done!


04.23.2011
Some have expressed an interest to attend the Connecticut State Aerie Convention. Convention Information (PDF)

04.23.2011
The 2011 New York State Convention Ad Book form (PDF). Deadline on the form is May 6th.

04.17.2011
Change of Address For Past New York State Aerie President, Ellis Spencer, His new address: 35 Chestnut Street South Glens Falls, New York 12803
 
04.11.2011
Confirming that the Fraternal Order of Eagles, New York State Aerie officers meeting will start at 1 P.M. on April 16th in Cobleskill.
Don Yanchunis, New York State Aerie Secretary

04.10.2011
Katie Woolson update Katie's address is: Crossing Rehab, 217 East Avenue, Minoa, NY 13116-1205. Harry Stewart is with her every day from 9 to Noon.
Harry has a leaky heart valve and his doctor is taking steps to fix it. Harry's address is: Box 116, Delphi Falls, NY 13051

04.10.2011
Janet Brenenstuhl, Gordy's wife, passed away. It is with great sadness that I write you this note, Janet passed away last night around 7p.m. after a short illness at Albany Medical Center. Wake hours are on Tuesday April 12th from 4-7 at Mahar's Funeral Home 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, New York 12090 518.686.5123.
Gordy is doing well with his whole family around him. Roxanne
Cards to Gordy Brenenstuhl, 5077 NY Hwy 67, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090

04.03.2011
Ithaca Aerie #1253 April and May Newsletter and Calendar Posted

04.02.2011
Sat night dinner @ the Spring Conference. We need to give the person catering the dinner a head count of dinners the Sunday before the conference. We are asking people to RSVP by Sunday, April 10th. Here are the entree selections: Prime Rib or Stuffed Chicken (Stuffed w/ mushrooms and spinach) for $18. People can either email me w/ their selections or call our house to leave a message: 518-234-2949. My email address is: Heather.Love@crowleyfoods.com
Thanks Heather Love, Sales Representative, HP Hood/Crowley Foods , Office Phone: 518-234-2254 Office Fax: 617-241-1617, NEW EMAIL: Heather.Love@hphood.com

04.02.2011
Unclaimed Funds I was recently on the Office of the New York State Comptroller unclaimed funds website. I found out that our own Larry Robillard has a check waiting for him plus 3 more persons I know, one for return of a cell phone deposit, one Life Insurance Company, and one for a income tax check that was never cashed from 2006. Please cut and paste this link https://ouf.osc.state.ny.us/ouf/ to find out if you or someone you know has money coming to them. Robert Yager

03.18.2011
From Dan O'Neil, Husband of Ellen O'Neil, Past New York Auxiliary President who recently pasted away. My Brothers and Sisters:  Thank you for all of your Love, your support , the prayers, your thoughts and flowers, and cards.  Thank you for all of your help.  I needed it so much.  God bless you all. Fraternally, Dan O'Neil - Past State President.

03.15.2011
Can the Secretary also be a Aerie Trustee? Yes Please see attached blank by-law form, section 2.7 (b).

03.15.2011
Mason- Dixon. Last call for motel and dinner reservations. Motels FOR MASON DIXON CONFERENCE DAYS INN, 101 ALEXANDER SPRING ROAD CARLISLE, PA.. 17013, 1. 717.258.4147 FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST FREE HI SPEED INTERNET RATES: $ 62.00 PER NIGHT PLUS 9 % TAX FOR ONE OR TOW PERSONS EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON IS $ 10.00 PER NIGHT COMFORT SUITES, 10 S. HANOVER STREET CARLISLE, PA. 17013, 1.717.960.1000 FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST FREE HI SPEED INTERNET RATES: $89.00 PER NIGHT PLUS 9 % TAX (ONLY 1/2 BLOCK FROM THE AERIE) ROOM RATES WERE GUARANTEED UP TO MARCH I. 2011 TELL THEM YOU ARE WITH THE EAGLES MASON-DIXON CONFERENCE The cost for the banquet is $15.00 per person. The Cut off date for tickets is March, 18 2011. Send your money directly to Carlisle Aerie /Mason-Dixon Banquet ticket at 26 East High Street Carlisle PA 17013. The Phone number to the Aerie #1299 is 717-249-2711.

03.12.2011
MASON-DIXON CONFERENCE
The cost for the banquet is $15.00 per person. The Cut off date for tickets is March 18, 2011. Send your money directly to Carlisle Aerie /Mason-Dixon Banquet ticket at 26 East High Street Carlisle PA 17013. The Phone number to the Aerie #1299 is 717-249-2711.
THANK YOU Judy Gray, New York State Auxiliary Representative to the Mason Dixon Conference 416.746.3833

03.12.2011
Note to Bob Yager from Joyce Stah WMHT-RISE Manger
Please thank the Eagles for your continued support of wmht - RISE.  I appreciate all of the help with securing money for Rise radios in the past.  The cost on the receivers has gone back up to $100.00 each.  As you know we have many blind and print disabled listeners who you have helped and hope are willing to help with the purchase of these closed circuit radio receivers.  If I can be of any help at all or if you have any questions fell free to give me a call. 
Here is a formal letter requesting assistance and funds. (PDF)
Thanks again for all you. Sincerely, Joyce    
Note:  In years past many have helped to purchase receivers for WMHT-RISE.  Thank you for your past gifts and hope you consider sending a gift into wnht-RISE Radio so that more print disabled can receive this life changing service. Bob Yager

03.11.2011
This question was received… How many members do we have in New York?

03.10.2011
February 20011 Mason/Dixon Lottery Results. (PDF)

03.10.2011
New York State Aerie Convention Golf Tournament. There is some questions about the $ 85.00 price for the golf at this years State Convention. I'm not sure we can negotiate the price any lower as the going tournament price in this area is $ 125.00 +. The price includes the festivities at the Aerie in the evening. We'll continue to work on it to come up with the best price possible. There will be more details at the Spring Conference in Cobleskill. Thanks Dave Cook

03.08.2011
Ed Lanning is in the hospital in Intensive Care in Critical Condition. He has Pneumonia that has leaked into his bloodstream and put him in septic shock. He is doing a little better now, but still on ventilation and sedated. Please keep him in your prayers. Thanks Shelly (Lanning, Past New York State Auxiliary President) Michele & Edward Lanning 319 California Ave. N. Watertown, New York 13601 315.786.0972

03.03.2011
I just got this in from the Governors office. Any family member in a nursing home with part payment coming from the county, should be concerned.
Social Security and good health care should be the Eagles legislative concern. It is with us here in New York. Bob Yager
In a message dated 3/4/2011 7:36:11 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, noreply.chamber@ny.gov writes:
 HISTORIC PROGRESS MADE IN REFORMING MEDICAID IN NEW YORK STATE New York spends more on Medicaid per capita than any other state in the nation, but we rank only 21st in program quality for patients. In most counties, Medicaid costs alone account for more than half of the entire county tax levy. To reform the system, Governor Cuomo created a Medicaid Redesign Team. The Team -- comprised of health care professionals, stakeholders, and legislators -- was charged with reducing costs and improving patient care. The Team held open meetings throughout the state and reviewed more than 4,000 ideas from team members, outside health care professionals, and citizens. Last week, the Team accomplished their goal, submitting an unprecedented consensus plan that meets the Governor’s budget target and saves over $2.3 billion. What’s more, under the plan, one million New Yorkers will now have access to an innovative "patient-centered" medical program, making New York the national leader in providing this type of personal care. Today, the legislation to enact the plan was submitted to the Legislature to be included as part of the Executive Budget. If you would like more information on this historic plan, click here to read about the Medicaid report. Thank you. March 3, 2011

03.02.2011


Ellen F. O'Neil went to be with her Lord on Monday, February 28, 2011. She was predeceased by her parents, Kenneth and Helen Ely; two brothers, Art and Daniel Ely. She is survived by loving husband, Daniel; children, Edward Fish, Debora and Joe Gathney, Gregory and Andrea Fish, Bret and Mary Fish, Jill and Rob Bobik, Ty Fish and fiancee, Ashlee Krause; grandchilden, Jason, Nicholas, Matt, Shannon, Michael, Steven, Kylie, Shanel, Brandi, Shane, Ty, Zack, Skyler, Natasha, Bryden; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Anastasia, Amirah; siblings, Violet, BettyAnn, Margaret, and Sharon. She was an Eagle for 43 years and was past President of the Eagles Club in Binghamton, as well as former President of State Eagles. She was a devoted loving mother and grandmother. Heaven is a better place. A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2011, at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Dan O’Neil, Past Eastern Regional President
20 Grosset Drive, Kirkwood, NY 13795-1006

03.02.2011
Saturday March 26, 2011 ADIRONDACK (TICONDEROGA) AERIE #4410 OPEN HOUSE at 103 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga NY 12883
DOORS OPEN AT NOON, PRESENTATIONS AT 1 P.M. GUEST SPEAKER – NYS AERIE PRESIDENT, LARRY ROBILLARD
MAILING ADDRESS IS: P.O. BOX 344, TICONDEROGA, NY 12883
AERIE PHONE NUMBER IS:518-585-3690 PRESIDENT : ED DOLBACK 518-597-3552. SECRETARY: KAYLA DOLBACK 518-597-3122
E-MAIL eagle4410@verizon.net
(NOTE: THEY NEED TABLES)THANKS TO FRANK TROMBLEY, FOR ALL OF HIS ASSISTANCE IN THE TICONDEROGA AERIE.THANKS DAVE COOK FOR VISITING THE TI AERIE AND HELPING TO SET UP THIS OPEN HOUSE. Officer list.

03.01.2011
Can a bell jar license be moved for one day?

02.28.2011
PGWP Chris Lainas passed away late Friday evening due to complications from liver cancer.
Wife – Lucy Lainas 8501 Cliffwood Way, Sacramento, California 95826 916.383.4784
Bob Wahls

02.24.2011
March/April Newsletter from North Tonawanda Aerie #1411

02.20.2011
Grand Madam Vice-President Maureen Flaherty passed away on Friday afternoon, February 18, 2011. Family and friends will be received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. SUNDAY and MONDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, Pa. 15136. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, St. John of God Parish, the Church of St. Mary's. "May He raise her up on eagles wings." Read her obituary in the Pittsburg Post-Gazette. Condolences may be sent to her cousin Wanda Mruczek, 403 Cortland Dr. E, McKees Rocks, Pa. 15136 Pittsburg Post Gazette Guest Book



02.17.2011
Ithaca Aerie #1253 February and March Newsletter and Calendar posted

02.15.2011
It’s with great sympathy that I let you know that Linda Morris passed away yesterday. Mother of Kristy Spires and Grandmother of Kristiane Spires. Flowers have been ordered from the Grand Aerie & Grand Auxiliary Officers and Staff. Please find below the name and address of the funeral home as well as the calling hours that were given to me by the funeral home for her service: Eisnaugle-Lewis Funeral Home, 28 Harding Avenue, Jackson, Ohio 45640 (740) 286-2010
Calling hours will be from 5:00PM – 8:00PM on Tuesday, February 15th with services to be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, February 16th at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Fairmont Cemetery in Jackson, Ohio.
Cards of condolence may be sent to Kristy and Kristiane at: 3860 Carlotta Street, Grove City, Ohio 43123. Vicki L. Ellis, Exec. Sec. Grand Worthy President's Office, F.O.E. vellis@foe.com

02.14.2011
Joseph Plumadore father of Jim Plumador  (Schenectady Aerie member and a friend to many of us) Father passed away. His Dad was a Golden Age Eagle.
Eagles will be meeting 7 P.M. February 14 at funeral home.
Visitation: Monday, February 14, 2011 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Bowen & Parker Bros. Funeral Home 97 Old Loudon Road Latham, NY 12110.  Phone 518-273-4162
Joseph Plumadore, TROY Joseph "PaPa Joe" Fransis Plumadore, of Troy Visit Guest Book

   Joseph Plumadore, of Troy, was called home to the Lord on Friday February 11, 2011 at Albany Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 5, 1917 in Standish, N.Y., Joseph was the son of the late Newell and Laura (Carter) Plumadore. He attended school in Standish, N.Y. where he met and married his childhood sweetheart, Margaret (Charland) Plumadore, with whom he spent 71 wonderful years on this earth and now will join her in eternal life. Papa Joe worked as a crane operator with Schiabo Hudson Scrap Yard at the Port of Albany from 1941-1987. After 46 years he retired at the age of 81. He had a passion for music that he shared with family. He was happiest when playing his guitar, banjo or fiddle. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, loved singing and yodeling. He took pride in contributing to many charities. Papa Joe is survived by his eight children, Joseph G. (Gerry) Plumadore Sr., Barbara "Sue" (the late Joe) Derkowski, Mary Lou Plumadore, James C. (Jean M) Plumadore Sr., Linda (Eddie) Gorski, Robert (Marsha) Plumadore I, John M. (Kathy) Plumadore and Gary "Neaks" (Melody) Plumadore; 24 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two brother-in-laws, Robert (Shirley) Charland, Vince Francese and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two grandsons, two great-grandsons, three brothers and six sisters. Funeral service at St. Joseph's Church, 416 Third Street, Troy. Family and friends are invited and may call from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Bowen & Parker Bros. Funeral Home, 97 Old Loudon Road, Latham, N.Y. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Troy. Special thanks to 4th and 6th floor nursing and Hospice staff and volunteers at Albany Memorial who gave PaPa such good care and helped the family though this difficult time. Donations in lieu of flowers in his memory may be made to the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Papa became a memory today ~ His memory became our treasure forever. Directions and condolence page www.bowenfuneralhome.com.