AMEARA DITSCHE, Author at The Gloversville Leader Herald

19 May

Fulton-Montgomery Community College celebrates 58th commencement

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JOHNSTOWN - Fulton-Montgomery Community College awarded associates degrees to 285 graduates Friday as it celebrated its 58th annual commencement ceremony. The class of 2023 entered the proceedings while an academic processional was played by The Schenectady Pipe Band, followed by the National Anthem, performed by Gloversville High School senior Amelia Baldwin. College President Greg Truckenmiller delivered a welcome to the graduates and their loved ones. “Education is not merely a means to personal success,” Truckenmiller said in his address, “but a catalyst to change the world.” Graduate John Pertell, the distinguished graduate in the computer science program, then spoke on behalf of his class. “We’ve…

19 May

Spring Fling Festival hits Amsterdam Main Street Saturday, rain or shine

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Amsterdam’s Main Street will be full of fun this weekend as the Spring Fling Festival takes over Saturday, rain or shine. The 9th annual outdoor festival will feature vendors, food, and plenty of family-friendly entertainment from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local musician Bobby Motyl will perform twice. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., he’ll be putting on a DJ set. After that, he’ll close out the day with a solo acoustic guitar performance. Motyl is a regular at different venues and bars around Amsterdam, and has built himself a following at different community events. “He’s a great person and we…

12 May

Amsterdam natives to pay tribute to Sammy Davis Jr. at the Glove Theatre

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GLOVERSVILLE - Lisa and Louie Velez grew up in Amsterdam, but have traveled across the world paying tribute to the late, great Sammy Davis Jr., including living in Las Vegas for 25 years where he “played every hotel and casino on and off the strip.” Lisa’s mother managed Louie’s career and encouraged the couple to go to Vegas. She had Louie go outside a popular casino and sing covers of Davis Jr. songs. It wasn’t long until someone among the crowds took an interest in him. “He just needed that one little break,” Lisa said. “His career took off after…

12 May

Gloversville native to read, sign conclusion to his book series at Mysteries on Main St. in Johnstown

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JOHNSTOWN - Michael McAllister will be coming to Mysteries on Main St. in Johnstown to do a reading and signing of his third novel, “Deadly Ethics." McAllister publishes his novels under the pen name Gerard Michael. However, under his given name, he has published a pair of children’s books. “Deadly Ethics" concludes the trilogy of Greg Webster, a health department employee who gets tied up in solving crimes. McAllister will be reading from the series’ conclusions at the indie bookshop at 1 p.m., Saturday. McAllister is a native of Gloversville and has raised his family in Johnstown. A longtime fan of…

11 May

Multiple spring shopping opportunities this weekend in Fulton County

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JOHNSTOWN - For those who need a last-minute Mother’s Day gift, look no further. There will be plenty of opportunities for some spring shopping this weekend in Fulton County. The Johnstown city-wide garage sale will take place Saturday and Sunday and a slew of local businesses are joining by having their own sales over the weekend. In Broadalbin, shopping and entertainment collide at the Car and Craft show, where there will be live music for patrons to enjoy as they shop the selection from different artists. The event is free to attend and takes place at Cowboy Up Saloon at…

09 May

Texas natives bring southern-style street food to Gloversville

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GLOVERSVILLE - Jacki and Creg Reid met in college while working at the same Chili’s Grill & Bar in Texas. Jacki was a waitress. Creg was a cook. Now residents of Gloversville, they're opening a new restaurant in the city next month. The pair is opening Mountain Mama’s Cantina and Eatery at 391 S. Main St. in early June. The new restaurant will offer Tex-Mex fare as well as southern-style BBQ. The culinary arts have always been at the forefront of the couple’s life together, even when they were young and dating they’d cook together. “Creg’s a really good cook, I have to…