A huge hat tip to one of Schroon Lake’s finest: Ashley Whitty has been recognized for her contributions to the Military and Law Enforcement by Assemblyman D. Bill Jones. Congrats to Ashley and her proud parents Tracey and Dave and sister Melinda. Ashley, thank you for your service.

The award was presented today at the Women of Distinction Award ceremony at the Clinton Community College in Plattsburgh.

From Assemblyman D. Billy Jones:

“Ashley Whitty has dedicated her time and skills to protecting our country and community. She serves as both a trooper for the New York State Police in Plattsburgh and a member of the Vermont Air National Guard, where she works as a staff sergeant and F-16 fuel systems specialist. For the past nine years she has consistently displayed her dedication to national defense and has been deployed overseas. Ashley obtained her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in 2015 through SUNY Canton. She completed Basic School of the New York State Police Academy in 2018. In each of her invaluable leadership roles, Ashley is known for her outstanding professionalism and she continues to show her tireless commitment to protecting others”.