Remains Positively Identified as Missing New York Teacher

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Emergency responders spent months searching woods and trails in Lee for Meghan Marohn. A forensic examination has been unable to determine a cause of death.
LEE, Mass. — Remains found in Lee in September have been positively identified as missing New York State teacher Meghan Marohn. 
 
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Boston released the findings on Tuesday but was unable to determine cause and manner of death because of the condition of the remains.
 
Marohn was identified through dental records and a forensic anthropological examination that showed the remains are the same sex, ancestry, and stature of Marohn. The examination did not reveal any signs of pre-death trauma. The office's toxicology testing revealed the presence of THC and organic products of decomposition. The office could not determine a cause and manner of death, which is common in these types of cases, according to the release.
 
Marohn, 42, was a 10th-grade English teacher and poet at Shaker High School in Latham, N.Y., who had been on a leave of absence when she disappeared. She had reportedly been staying at the Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge.  
 
Her family reported her missing on March 29, and Lee Police located her vehicle unattended at Longcope Park that same day. Her family said she enjoyed hiking and police believe she went for a walk. There was no sign of tampering with her car and police were able to track her cell phone activity for a short time until the signal stopped.
 
Lee Police, Lee Fire, troopers from the State Police barracks in Lee, the State Police K9 and Airwing, State Police Special Emergency Response Team, Berkshire County Sheriff's Office, Albany (N.Y.) County Sheriff's Department, and the Berkshire Mountain Search and Rescue Team coordinated continuous searches for Marohn over the summer.
 
On Sept. 1, a civilian located the remains in a heavily wooded area in the town of Lee. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner took custody of the remains.
 
Lee Police, the Berkshire State Police Detective Unit assigned to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, and Bethlehem, N.Y. Police continue to receive and follow up on leads and are awaiting the result of further State Police Crime Lab forensic testing. The evidence collected thus far does not suggest foul play.

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Mount Everett's Top Students Announced for 2024

SHEFFIELD, Mass. — Mount Everett Regional School announces that Allison Steuernagle has been named valedictorian, and Emily Steuernagle has been named salutatorian of the class of 2024.
 
Allison Steuernagle has completed a rigorous course of study during her years at Mount Everett which includes three AP courses, 10 honors courses, and four early college courses. She has been an active participant in the life of Mount Everett Regional School and her community. A three-sport athlete, she played on Mount Everett's varsity soccer, basketball and softball teams. She has served as treasurer for the National Honor Society, Mount Everett Student Government, and the Rotary Interact Club. Allison was the editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, The Bold Eagle, bringing her vision and imagination to the resurrected periodical. She was also a member of the District Attorney's Youth Advisory Board. Her quiet leadership and humility have endeared her to students and faculty alike.
 
In the fall, Allison will attend Florida Gulf Coast University, where she intends to study political
science.
 
Emily Steuernagle also completed a rigorous course of study and concluded her four years in high school with four AP courses, 10 honors courses, and three early college courses. Emily, a leader in her own right, has demonstrated that as captain of the varsity soccer, basketball, and softball teams. Her leadership was not only in the athletic milieu, but also in political and community affairs, as she served as vice president for both the Mount Everett Student Government and the Rotary Interact Club. Emily is a National Honor Society member and the editor of design for The Bold Eagle. During her junior year, she was awarded the Clarkson University Leadership Award. Emily has been a positive presence during her years at Mount Everett with her humor and affability.
 
She also will attend Florida Gulf Coast University, where she will major in marketing.
 
"Allison has been an outstanding student in her years at Mount Everett. She has been a three-sport athlete, has taken on leadership roles in many extra-curricular activities, and excelled in the classroom. Her commitment to her studies and her participation in activities here has been outstanding," said Principal Jesse Carpenter. "Emily has had a pretty remarkable career at Mount Everett. Between her dedication to her schoolwork, her commitment to her athletic teams, and her involvement in extracurricular activities, she has been a leader amongst her peers."
 
Please join the Southern Berkshire Regional School District in congratulating these sister scholars on their achievements.
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