A year ago, villagers protested a consultant's recommendations to close Altamont Elementary School because of declining enrollment. This week, a citizens' task force presented alternatives.

_{Marc Smith, president, Altamont Community Tradition}

_{Joseph J. Merli, Duanesburg}

_{Yvette Terplak, president, Altamont Free Library}

_{Donna L. Baker, Guilderland}

Without a coach, Shayla Lyons has perfected her shot put technique watching YouTube videos; her school has no track facilities, so she practices in a parking lot — the challenges have made her a champ.

The high sun and heavy humidity didn't stop Guilderland athletes from placing near the top during state championships for outdoor track and field.

GUILDERLAND — Frank and Susan Pezze III of Guilderland are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter Jennifer Pezze to Adam David Rice, son of Elizabeth, who is married to Seth Schulman, of Tampa, Florida, and of the late Gary Rice.

GUILDERLAND — A Utica man was sentenced to seven years in state prison on Friday in Albany County Court for possession of cocaine.