The Prattsville Scoop by Abby and Gabby - 02 January 2025

PRATTSVILLE - Happy New Year 2025. And that your Christmas days were filled with family and fun and lots of gifts from Santa Claus and all the presents on your gift list. Best to all for your Happy Holidays.

Families were traveling from the Mid-Atlantic States, southern New Jersey, Western States and those who lived close enough to make their visits day trips. Those living close by made many day trips just to not miss out on the food, entertainment, presents and holiday drinks. Then there were those who traveled down state to spend the Christmas holiday with family, including their grandchildren. What were your favorite moments (now memories) and gifts? What surprised you the most? Ours was a “Dammit Doll” made of Buffalo Bill motif material. Thanks Krausses. So far have not had to use it. The doll was made by, who else, our Kathy Sherman. Perhaps she would make one for you in your favorite team’s themed material.

The Piccolis started a new tradition this year. Their son and his new bride brought with their marriage an extended Holiday season, starting with Christmas Eve, Christmas and Hanukkah. Not to bring things to a short ending son Michael, a professional firefighter, and his fellow firefighters continued the celebration for a few more days. Can’t have too many days to celebrate. Didn’t see new mother-in- law Jill but did see Kevin and I swear his smile, when relating all the aforesaid, was as wide as the Mississippi. Many more years in building those happy and wonderful memories and congratulations to all.

It is with sorrow we relate the death of our Mike Camna. He leaves behind his wife Beth and three children. He was so elated with the birth of his son Nicholas a few years ago. We send our love and sympathy to his mom Margaret and all his relatives in the Camna families. He will be known for his ready smile, fast walk and fine specials at the Prattsville Diner. Godspeed Mike.

Our special wishes go out to those who were able to celebrate but are still struggling with health issues. Our prayers go to Randy Brainerd, Anita Creazzo, Charlie Rion and so many others. May the New Year of 2025 be a healthy one for you and yours.

GO BILLS. Great game this past Sunday for the Bills, not so much for the Jets. And the week before was also super for the Bills. There are lots of clothing items and flags with the Bills logo on them in our area. We do have good taste. Hey Dottie Pickett, another rabid Bills fan, if the Bills Mafioso is made up of mostly the male gender, are we female Bills’ fans Mafiosettes? Nah.

Understand Peggy Young was able to get a customized bench for husband Jim’s Christmas gift. He can use it taking off his boots in their utility room and not tracking snow and mud throughout the house. Both Jim and Peggy were very happy with the assorted woods assembled in the bench and brought to a high polish. As we say, keep it local.

Due to a number of reasons the Gurleys are asking that before dropping off anything for our hospitalized veterans or other charitable organizations, please call first. 518-299-3219. Due to weather and other considerations, trips out of town will not be as frequent as in the past. Thank you for your understanding.

Happy Birthday to Diane Cammer Eklund and Debbie Carman on January 4. Hope the two of you make it a day to remember as you did in your younger years. Diane and Debbie grew up in Prattsville and maintain their friendship with frequent trips AND parties. Keep up the good work.

Even the birthdays and anniversaries are very scarce for the past weeks and the upcoming two weeks. Must be the cold kept everyone inactive.