Arthur Cusano is reporting in the Register Star Columbia County District Attorney Paul Czajka (CHEYE-kah) has named James A. Carlucci first assistant district attorney. Carlucci will replace long-time first assistant David Costanzo. Carlucci has served as an assistant DA since 2004. He is a former Kinderhook town judge and county conflict defender. Carlucci grew up in Germantown. The promotion means more responsibility, more contact with area law enforcement and more trial work. “I’m looking forward to the challenge, and I’m grateful for the opportunity that DA Czajka has given me,” Carlucci said. Costanzo served as first assistant DA beginning January 2012. He left the office in early December, and is relocating to Greene County. Read the full story in the Register Star.