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Watkins Glen raising money to honor late mayor

2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Watkins Glen raising money to honor late mayor

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WATKINS GLEN, NY (607NewsNow) – Watkins Glen is looking to honor its late mayor, Laurie DeNardo.

The nonprofit group Watkins Glen Promotions is accepting donations toward the installation of a Memorial at Clute Park.

A lifelong village resident, DeNardo became mayor in 2023 following her retirement from a 40-year career in Human Resources at Cornell University.

DeNardo passed away in March after a 10-month battle with cancer.

Donations can be made by check payable to:

Watkins Glen Promotions

PO Box 332

Watkins Glen, NY 14891

Donations will also be accepted via Venmo.

 

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