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the perpetrator or victim of domestic violence. Furthermore, there is already evidence that domestic violence increases during professional sporting events due to the emotions experienced from a “home team’s” upset loss, citing issues like consumption of alcohol, increased interactions with family members during games, increased expectations for a positive outcome, and increased stress and anxiety. Our community, the state and the country are seeing increased availability and prevalence of sports gambling, daily fantasy sports, and the like. What happens when those high stakes are further intensified by hav-
ing large sums of money on the line, potentially for multiple sporting events? Problem gambling and domestic violence can impact anyone. If you are experiencing domestic violence or problem gambling, confidential services are available: Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Northeast Problem Gambling Resource Center: 518-801-1491 The Northeast Problem Gambling Resource Center (PGRC) is a program of the New York Council on Problem Gambling dedicated to addressing the issue of problem gambling within New York State. Visit www. NYProblemGamblingHELP.org
Risky Relationships: This Week in Saratoga County History The Link Between Saratoga County Stories Published Domestic Violence & Problem Gambling
CAPITAL DISTRICT - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. While problem gambling may not be something you associate with domestic violence, the link between the two makes it important to bring awareness to this volatile relationship. Domestic violence is defined as violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner, which may include physical violence; sexual, psychological, social, or financial abuse; harassment; and stalking. A recent study of help-seeking gamblers found that forty-nine percent of participants reported being a victim of violence and 43% had perpetrated violence (Bellringer et al., 2017). A person with a gambling problem may experience intense mental and emotional distress which may be expressed through restlessness, irritability, or violence. Someone’s gambling problem may also elicit similar distress from a loved one. The person gambling may be
Saratoga County Stories Publication Team: Bob Conner, Cindy Corbett, Isobel Connell, Lauren Roberts, Jim Richmond
SARATOGA COUNTY - The compilation of “Saratoga County Stories” began in the spring of 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, a time when we were all experiencing a major paradigm shift in our daily lives. Among many disruptions, the pandemic halted the activities and programs of libraries, historical societies, and museums, taking away an important aspect of socialization and learning. Stepping in to help fill that gap, the Saratoga County History Roundtable began weekly publication of articles on local history. They were written by “history buffs”, including municipal historians, independent historians, and people with a passion for history. It is to these authors that we owe a debt of gratitude for sharing their stories with us. 58 of those stories have now been compiled into a book that will be available for sale and signing beginning at Author Events at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa on Saturday, October 23 from 2-5 PM and at Historic Grooms Tavern in Clifton Park on Sunday, November7 from 2-4 PM. Several authors will speak at these events. The book can also be ordered online at https://brooksidemuseum.org/events/saratoga-county-stories/
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Town of Clifton Park - Things That Go Bump in the Night CLIFTON PARK - Guided Nature Walk - Use your Night Vision! 2021 Theme: “Animal Survivors Edition!” Saturday, October 16, 2021, 5:30-7:30pm. Veterans Memorial Park, Elks Trail, off of MacElroy Road. Family friendly, interactive nature stations. 1/2 mile guided stroll. Kelsi Clark & Enviro. Educ. Nature Experts. Animal Displays. Be prepared: dress warmly, bring a flashlight and activate all your senses. Sponsors: Town of Clifton Park Open Space, Trails & Riverfront Committee and the Town of Clifton Park. Please register online: www. cliftonpark.org
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A big ‘yes’ to new Stillwater library Tense moments unnecessary, approval was overwhelming ByLINE: KATHLEEN MOORE
STILLWATER - As hundreds of people filed in to vote on a building a new library, supporters of the idea eyed the crowd nervously.”You get worried when you see so many people voting,” said resident Phyllis Rathbun. One voter proudly announced he’d
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The current Stillwater Public Library, located in a former church, is considered too small for uses like meeting and class space, so the library leadership sought permission from voters to seek a new location. That measure was approved Tuesday.
State orders mascot change Letter to Cambridge may set precedent for districts with indigenous symbols ByLINE: KATHLEEN MOORE
CAMBRIDGE - The state Department of Education has ordered the Cambridge Central School District to stop using its Indian mascot. The state has not ordered other school districts in the region to drop similar mascots. However, the state stepped into the Cambridge fight after a handful of residents filed a formal complaint asking the state to consider the legality of the situation. After an initial communication, officials didn’t immediately wipe the mascot image from
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nounced as “the Indians,” people demanded to know why. “It upset people. People in the community are feeling singled out and confused,” Silvernell said, adding, “I’m a little surprised at the (state’s) stay order. Usually that’s reserved for bigger things. There’s about 70 school districts with a similar mascot.” According to the Education Department, stays are only issued in “extraordinary circumstances.” Silvernell said that the precedent bothers him. He wonders if any district that seriously discusses removing a mascot and decides against it would be overruled by the state. “It’s kind of setting it up for that. Each one of the communities
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Waterford Community Senior Center Weekly Schedule WATERFORD - 125 Second St., Waterford. 518235-8500 Monday - Texas Hold’em 10am-1pm Koffee Klatch 3rd Monday of month 9:30am11am. Share a collection, and gather for coffee and conversation! Refreshments served. Women’s Club 3rd Monday of the month 1pm. Drop-In Center 1pm3:30pm puzzles and games. Held 1st, 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. Tuesday - Pinochle 10am-1230pm Bingo - 1pm- 4pm Seniors Business Meeting and Monthly Birthday Party 3rd Tuesday of month, Bingo to follow Business Meeting. Prior to Mtg on Oct. 26 at 10:45am, join us for a free demonstration for Strength and Balance Exercise Program with Teresa Burke, Instructor from Healthplex.
Wednesday - Grocery Bus to/from Hannaford for Waterford Seniors Walking Club (weather permitting) either around Sugarloaf Pond, Towpath or around village. 10:30am-12pm. Chair Exercises - 1pm1:45pm starting in November. Thursday Cards - 10am2pm Drop- In Center - 1pm3:30pm. Games, puzzles and Arts and Crafts. Friday - Texas Hold’em 10am-1pm Watercolor Class with Diane Steele starting late October. 1pm-3pm. Max. 12 participants. Cost is 10.00 per class. 8 week program. Program starting Oct. 29. We provide transportation to/from Medical Appointments for our Waterford Seniors. We will have Holiday parties, trips and special presentations planned now and throughout the coming year! Stay Tuned!! Eileen Haldeman, Director Waterford Community Senior Center
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Southern Saratoga Art Society SARATOGA COUNTY - Southern Saratoga Art Society is hosting a group art show for members of SSAS at the Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, “A” Gallery, Moe Road, Clifton Park now through Oct. 25th. Twelve artists will display their works in mediums of oil, acryl-
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Clifton Park/ Halfmoon Library Used Book Sale! CLIFTON PARK - The sale will be four days this time, beginning on Thursday, October 14 and running through Sunday, October 17. The members-only hour will be from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM on Thursday, October 14. The Sale continues on Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. On Sunday, shop our famous bag sale from noon to 3 pm - everything you can get into the bag we give
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Capital Region Social Happenings October Event and Concert Series CAPITAL DISTRICT - https://www.facebook. com/CapitalRegionSocial - CapRegSocialHappenings@gmail.com. Friday Night Events at 7 pm – Picnic at noon at 435 New Karner Road (Hanover Square Building) at “Hill” door entrance. Open to the public. Inside seating is limited. Plenty of free parking. Handicap accessible.CDC & COVID compliant. Masks required on everyone. Call 518-4526883 for more information. Friday Night – October 15: Paul Hunt “Little Elvis” returns to our stage and will be performing the hits you all love to hear. He’ll be singing music from the fifties and sixties
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Van Schaick Mansion Open House COHOES - Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 17 Open house from 1-4 p.m. Tours will be available for a suggested donation of $5, Military families free. The historic Van Schaick Mansion is located at 1 Van Schaick Avenue in Cohoes. See us on Facebook and on the web at Vanschaickmansion.org
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if it did,” said resident Tom McGill. “They should be concerned about the future of the community.” Voters tried to convince each other: if people wouldn’t agree to pay to triple the size of the library so the teens’ and children’s rooms would be larger, surely they would support a new library because it would be accessible. “The current building, while lovely, with all the step levels it’s not accessible for anyone with any mobility limitations,” said resident Jennifer Finkle. Nonsense, said resident Greg Manny. “It’s fine where it is. I don’t think they need to
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Voters approved construction of a new expanded library that would allow Stillwater Public Library to offer services that most libraries already provide. The library wants to buy the Fiber Mill at 712 Hudson Ave. for its new location, a $4.4 million project.
The current Stillwater Public Library will be vacated under a plan approved by voters Tuesday for a Hudson Avenue building. The new site would have a dedicated space for local history, and would be completely accessible.
move it,” he said. For the librarians, it was a long wait, with nine hours of polling plus another hour to determine the results. Finally, the news: the library project hadn’t just won. It had won in a landslide. The measure passed 350 to 191. Two weeks ago, the library posted a quote on its Face-
book page from Shel Silverstein: “Listen to the mustn’ts, child, listen to the don’ts. Listen to the shouldn’ts, the impossibles, the won’ts. Listen to the never haves, then listen close to me. Anything can happen, child, anything can be.” And on Tuesday night, it happened. Kathleen.Moore@timesunion.com
Fly-In Breakfast at ESAM Featuring: “B-24 Bomber Crash on Camel Hump Mountain” GLENVILLE - The Empire State Aerosciences Museum will hold its monthly Fly-In Breakfast on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 8:30 am – 10:30 am at 250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville, NY 12302 (off Route 50). Enjoy an assortment of pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, potatoes, juice, coffee, tea, fruit and more. The breakfast is
open to the public. At 10 am, Vermont Aviation Historian, Brian Lindner will present a talk about Vermont’s most infamous air disaster, “B-24 Liberator Bomber Crash on Camel Hump Mountain” that killed 9 Air Force crewmen while on a training mission in 1944. Lindner has researched this particular crash extensively, as well as other aviation related crashes in Vermont. When not hunting lost planes, Lindner works days at the National Life Association and is
a part-time State Trooper. Soar through History The Empire State Aerosciences Museum is a one-ofa-kind cultural resource located at the Schenectady County Airport in the Town of Glenville, at the site of the former General
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commissioner making a decision about all mascots that refer to indigenous people. In 2001, state Education Commissioner Richard Mills told districts to get rid of those mascots “as soon as practical.” He did not go so far as to issue an order, saying some districts needed more time to discuss and prepare for a change. It’s been more than 20 years since then, and many people -- including Cambridge residents on both sides of the issue -- are now bracing for a statewide order in response to the Cambridge complaint. At issue in Cambridge are conflicting Board of Education votes on the matter. On June 17, the board narrowly voted to retire and replace the mascot. On July 8, when the newly elected board was seated, the board voted on the issue again and restored the mascot. Former president of the board Neil Gifford warned that he felt voting for a race-based mascot violated the district’s policies on inclusion and diversity. This summer, residents asked the state to rule on the issue. On Aug. 23, the department issued a stay, ordering the district to follow the June 17 decision while the state considered it. Commissioner decisions can take years, Silvernell said. The Education Department declined to discuss the case, but said the commissioner tries to issue a decision within eight to 10 months after a complaint is filed. After Rosa’s first letter, school officials did not take down the mascot, which was displayed on social media, its website and official correspondence, as well as being emblazoned on walls and banners in the
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COMPUTER ISSUES? FREE DIAGNOSIS BY GEEKS ON SITE! Virus Removal Data Recovery! 24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE, In-home repair/On-line solutions. $20 OFF ANY SERVICE! 855-385-4814 CUSTOM STONEWORK Patios, firepits, retaining walls, new sidewalks, sidewalk repair. Any kind of masonry/concrete work. (518) 423-0946 DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1855-434-9221 www.dental50plus. com/44 #6258 DIVORCE $389.00 - Uncontested Make Divorce Easy – only 1 Signature, Inc. poor person app. Info: (518) 274-0380 DUMPSTER RENTALS 12yd. & 14yd. available. Call Ray at N & R Tree and Property Services (518) 573-1133 FALL CLEANUP Low cost. High quality. Raking, mowing, trimming. Call Jesse (518) 506-5479 or jessesample@yahoo.com
FAST FIX HEATING and PLUMBING LLC 24 hr. service, fully ins. 26 yrs. exp. Installs/ replacements, tuneups, trouble shooting. Fixing all your heating & plumbing needs. (518) 256-1346 Firewood/ Cooking Wood Exit 15N.com Lou "The Wood Guy" Rt. 50, Wilton. 24/7 FIREWOOD Guaranteed dry. 16" L. $275 PER CORD. CALL KARL (518) 269-1391 FRIDHOLM PAINTING Interior painting - 1 or multi-room projects. Popcorn & Cathedral ceilings. 2-story foyers & wallpaper removal. Make your appt. for your free est. for your 2021 ext. projects. Call us @ (518) 330-9507 or visit us at www.FridholmPainting.com. We Love What We Do! GENERAL CONTRACTING Additions, interior remodeling, kitchens, baths, flooring, siding, carports. Free est. (518) 378-6298 GLASS/SCREEN REPAIR Broken glass, torn screens repaired. Home repairs. Makes house calls. (518) 203-8595 GUTTER CLEANING SPECIAL BUY 1 GET 1 - 1/2 OFF. $80-$120. INSURED!!! TEXT/CALL (518) 450-9357 HOUSECLEANING Light house cleaning services provided. Reasonable rates. Experienced. (518) 530-7885 HOUSE CLEANING Reasonable, effective, honest & trustworthy. Spotless background. Pet friendly. (518) 222-3979 JUNK REMOVAL & DEMO Oil tanks, hot tubs, pools, sheds, barns, houses, fence & retaining wall removal, yard cleanup. Res./comm. clean out & organize. Fully equipped to handle any job. (518) 339-3369. Part of the proceeds go to the veterans.
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Self-Defense and Personal Awareness Clinic for Women CLIFTON PARK - U.S. Budokai Karate of Clifton Park will be presenting a Self-Defense and Personal Aware-
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN Everything from new service to switch or receptacle repair. All types of lighting instld. No job too big or small 518-782-1473 MACK’S POWER WASHING Insured and free estimates. House cleaning and trucking. (518) 888-6990 MASONRY SERVICES All concrete work & repair. All foundation repairs. Porch/Step refurbishing. (518) 892-1476 PJ’S CONSTRUCTION Windows, doors, remodeling, roof repair, small jobs. Quality work for quality price. Ins. (518) 527-3067 PLOWING Prepare for winter! Snowplowing/salting Booking new clients Lodge Grass 518-879-9597 PROFESSIONAL PAINTER Interior/ exterior. 25 years experience. Insured, references. Free Estimates. (518) 373-7982 P.W. PAINTING All phases of painting & staining. Your int/ext painting residential specialist. Excellent workmanship. Great prices & reas. rates. Free est., fully ins., ref’s. (518) 396-0898 ROOFING Specializing in architectural, 3 tab, metal, cedar shakes & repairs. Free est. (518) 378-6298 STUMP ’N GRIND Stump grinding service, big or small, insured & backyard accessible. (518) 301-5712 THE RELIABLE HANDYMAN A perfectionist. No job too small. All phases of home repair. Free est. I will show up! Call Joe (518) 261-0265 TOPSOIL, STONE, MULCH Free delivery shale, sand, fill, dirt, gravel, colored stone, natural & colored mulch. Installation & hauling avail. (518) 339-3369 TREE & STUMP REMOVAL Brush hogging available. Free Estimates. Fully insured. Call Ray at N & R Tree and Property Services (518) 573-1133
UNSEASONED FIREWOOD 7 (+/-) cord load, cut, split & delivered. $1260. Call for area discount. Smaller loads avail. 518-692-2109
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Albany Fall Stamp & Postal History Show CAPITAL DISTRICT - The Fort Orange Stamp Club of Albany, NY, founded in 1926 is proud to host our semi-annual Stamp, Cover, Postcard and Ephemera show on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 10am-3pm, at the Colonie Recreation Center on Thunder Road, Colonie, NY, off of Route 5, just west of Northway exit 2. The show will feature fun for all: • Free hourly door prizes • Free stamp packets for youngsters • Stamp, cover, postcard, postal history and ephemera exhibits • Free appraisal of your paper collectibles (Did you inherit a stamp collection? Do you need to know the value of any paper ephemera that you might have around the house, including stamps, covers, postcards, postal history, etc.? Dealers will be available to give actual market values for these items at no charge.) • 20 Dealers • Free parking and admission. For further information contact: Tom Auletta at 518-877-3027 or www.fortorangestampclub.org
Shenendehowa Neighbors Connecting CLIFTON PARK Please join the Friends of Peebles Island and Shenendehowa Neighbors Connecting as we co-sponsor author Evan Pritchard’s informative and exciting Zoom presentation at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 20. Evan will help us reconstruct what life might have been like 400 years ago when Mohicans considered Peebles one of their “castle islands” in the Mohawk River. The presenter will discuss the significance of the flora, fauna, and geography of Peebles Island and how these were important to Algonquin peoples. Topics will include (but not be limited
to) Monemin’s Castle; travel and trade; island berries, trees, and animals; and the significance of Peebles Island’s location and land features. Evan will answer questions during the presentation. To register and receive a link to the Zoom program, go to the website of Shenendehowa Neighbors Connecting (snc.clubexpress.com). If you are not currently a member of either SNC or the Friends, enter “other” as your organization. Registration will be limited. Please do not share the Zoom link when you receive it. A recording of the event will be available for later viewing on both organizations’ websites.
Fall Festival at Clifton Park Center Baptist Church CLIFTON PARK Clifton Park Center Baptist Church invites the community to their Fall Festival on Sunday, October 17th from 3pm – 5pm on the church lawn. There will be pony rides for the children, games, cute farm animals (goats, lambs, chicks, bunnies…) and a chili cook-off contest that you can sample and vote for your favorite! This event is free to the community. Families are asked to please bring 1 – 2 canned goods or non-perishable food items for the Helping Hands Food Pantry. Clifton Park Center Baptist Church is located at 713 Clifton Park Center Road. For questions, please call (518)371-6023.
Waterford Community Senior Center Upcoming Events WATERFORD - 125 Second St, Waterford. Eileen Haldeman, Director, 518-235-8500 Mon. Oct. 18 at 9:3011am: Koffee Klatch, share a collection and gather together for coffee
and conversation! Refreshments served. Tues. Oct. 26 at 10:45 am: free demonstration Strength and Balance Exercises, Teresa Burke, Healthplex. Then, Monthly Birthday Party followed by Seniors Business Meeting and then… BINGO! Thurs. Oct. 28 at 1pm: Halloween Luncheon, serving up some Ghoulash, so don’t miss this Spooktacular Event! please call Center to sign up 518-2358500. Fri. Oct. 29 at 130330pm: Watercolor Class with Diane Steele. 10.00 per class. Please call Center to sign up 518-2358500. Tues. Nov. 9 at 1212:45pm: An Education Program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern NY Chapter; “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia”. Registration Info: To register, contact 800-272-3900 or Sierra Snoddy at 518-6757214 Email: ssnoddy@ alz.org Sat. Nov. 13 at 10am12pm: Drive Thru Food Drive Donation Event Hosted by the Town of Waterford at the Waterford Community Senior Center to benefit our local Food Pantries. Our volunteers will remove donations from your vehicle! Suggested donations: baby food, non-perishable items, canned meats, tuna, condiments, personal care products, diapers/wipes. More events to come!!
Waterford Seniors “Koffee Klatch” WATERFORD - Monday Morning Monthly Koffee Klatch - October 18th, 9:30 to 11:00; assorted beverages, light refreshments and camaraderie. Stop in and find out about what the Waterford Seniors have to offer, including up-coming trips, weekly schedules and special events. A Koffee Klatch is described as an informal social gathering for coffee and conversation. Come
join us for a few minutes or for the whole time – looking forward to seeing you! Waterford Community/ Senior Center, 125 Second Street, Waterford.
Capital Region Veterans Memorial Project Chicken BBQ GLENVILLE - The Capital Region Veterans Memorial Project will be having a Fundraising Chicken BBQ on Friday,
October 22nd from 4:30-6:30 at the Rexford Firehouse Rt. 146 in Glenville. 1/2 Chicken, Potato, Coleslaw, Roll and Dessert for $13 pp (take out only). You can preorder on our website: Capitalregionveteransmemorial.org Or call Mary at 518-495-2524.
Comfort for Those Who Morn MECHANICVILLE Comfort for those Who Morn is a 6 week Christian,
non-denominational grief support group for those morning the death of a loved one. To be held at St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville. Wednesdays, October 20 - December 3, 4:306:00pm. A healing service will follow at 6:00 for those wishing to attend. Please call the Church office at 518-664-4834 for more information or to register. Deacon Lynne Curtis will be leading this group.
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COPS, COURT AND FIRE CALLS Florida man admits robbing bank in Delmar in 2015 ALBANY -- First, Jesse Clarence Odum robbed a Delmar bank wearing a pair of sunglasses that contained his fingerprints. Then the Florida man discarded the shades behind the bank, which left a trail for investigators to identity and arrest him. On Thursday, Odum pleaded guilty via a remote appearance in U.S. District Court in Albany to an indictment charging him with the robbery of the Pioneer Bank at 184 Delaware Ave. on May 2, 2015 just after 9 a.m. Federal prosecutors in Albany announced the guilty plea, which followed a probe by Bethlehem police and the FBI. On the morning of the robbery, Odum admitted, he walked into the bank, stopped at the counter, handed over a note, told the teller to be silent and asked for $10,000. The teller handed over $5,000, prosecutors said. A federal complaint said Odum, of Pensacola, left a polo shirt and sunglasses behind the bank that matched those seen on the security video. Police took four latest fingerprints off the sunglasses and took them to the State Police laboratory where they matched FBI information on Odum. Two tellers present during the robbery identified Odum as the robber, the complaint said. Odum’s attorney asked for time served, noting Odum has been in federal custody since May 2015. Odum will be sentenced Feb. 4. Robert Gavin
Police ask for help in Albany shooting probe ALBANY - City police are asking anyone with information about Wednes-
day evening’s shooting on North Swan Street to contact their detectives. Officers responding to reports of shots fired found evidence pointing to gunshots near North Swan Street and Livingston Avenue just after 6 p.m. Police said they were then notified that a 33-yearold man who suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the hip was being treated at Albany Memorial Hospital. Police said they determined the man at the hospital was shot at North Swan Street before arriving at the emergency room for help. Anyone with information about the shooting can reach the detective division by calling 518462-8039 or providing an anonymous tip via the Capital Region crime stoppers website. Shaniece Holmes Brown
Schenectady man arraigned in Pittstown murder case TROY -- A 24-year-old Schenectady man was arraigned Thursday in Rensselaer County Court on murder, burglary and weapons charges in the June 9 fatal shooting of a Pittstown man in his home during a what authorities said is believed to be a drug-related robbery, according to county prosecutors. Carlos Lewis was charged by a grand jury with first-degree murder, second-degree murder, first-degree burglary and second-degree criminal weapon possession for allegedly killing Nathaniel Miller, 19, of 151 Jay Herrington Road with a pistol, according to court documents. First-degree murder carries a sentence of life without parole if convicted. Judge Jennifer Sober jailed Lewis without bail.
Lewis’ co-defendant Kyle Hutchinson, 21, of Schenectady, was indicted by a grand jury and arraigned Friday for second-degree murder and first-degree burglary in the case, District Attorney Mary Pat Donnelly said. A third defendant, Devin Van Patten, 19, of Schenectady, previously pleaded guilty to first-degree burglary in a plea deal that will send him to prison for 20 years in return for his cooperation with prosecutors. Kenneth C. Crowe II
Parolee charged in gunfire incident on Quail Street ALBANY -- Police have arrested and charged a 28year old parolee months after they said he shot at a group of people on Quail street in July. Officers were alerted to reports of shots fired at the 200 block of Quail Street near the Jay Street intersection around 5:20 a.m. on July 17, which led them to find evidence of gunshots. Through further investigation, police said they determined a man shot off several rounds from a .45 caliber handgun toward a group of people in the vicinity. Police identified the man and arrested him Wednesday night. He was charged with criminal possession of a weapon and reckless endangerment, and jailed after being arraigned. Shayla Colon
Gloversville man enters guilty plea over weapons ALBANY --Michael Darling, 42, of Gloversville, pleaded guilty Friday to illegally possessing firearms as a felon and unlawful possession of six pipe bombs, according to the U.S. Attorney’s office. Darling was arrested Feb. 14 after police were
called to his home for a welfare check. Police seized six operable pipe bombs from the home. At the time of his arrest, police also recovered two firearms and ammunition, which Darling was prohibited from having as a result of a felony burglary conviction, authorities said. Sentencing is scheduled for Feb. 4. Staff report
scene and was taken into custody. A man who was shot in the torso went to Albany Memorial Hospital around 7:30 p.m. Friday. Police said they determined he had been shot near Second and Judson streets. The man was transferred to Albany Medical Center Hospital, but police said his injuries appear to not be life-threatening.
Police: Man fired into a crowd, faces nine felony charges
Man arrested in domestic violence incident in Albany
ALBANY -- Police have arrested an Albany man on nine felony charges, accusing him of firing into a crowd Friday night where one person was seriously injured. While police were investigating the alleged shooter, they executed a search warrant and found three loaded 9mm handguns, a kilo of pressed cocaine, ecstasy pills and "a quantity" of crack and powder cocaine, they said. The alleged shooter, 30, of Albany, faces charges of reckless endangerment, a felony; four counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, all felonies; two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, a felony; one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the first degree, a felony; one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, a felony; one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree, a misdemeanor, and one count of criminal use of drug paraphernalia in the second degree, a misdemeanor. Albany detectives said the suspect fired several rounds from a handgun toward a group of people who were near the intersection of Judson and Second streets. He was apprehended by officers near the
ALBANY -- A stabbing, described as a domestic violence incident, led to a man being arrested on two felony charges Friday night. Police said the victim called police to her Clinton Avenue residence around 11:25 p.m. Friday. She had stab wounds to her upper leg and buttocks, they said. She was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with injuries that were not
life-threatening. After the call, police found a man walking nearby who matched the description she gave of her attacker. They arrested the 27-year-old Albany man on two felony charges: assault in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree. He was arraigned Saturday morning and sent to Albany County Jail. Compiled by Kathleen Moore
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HOUSE OF THE WEEK 24 Broad Street, Kinderhook
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A brick mansion built in 1765 at 24 Broad St., Kinderhook is on the market.
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KWVA October Luncheon CAPITAL DISTRICT - The October luncheon for Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans; Assoc., will be held at noon on Thurs., Oct. 21st at The Parting Glass on Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Hosts are Jean and Paul Nolan. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. Please call your reservation in to the Nolans at 518-893-3379 by Tues., Oct. 19th. For further information or an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Paul O’Keefe at 518-603-4186. Annual dues are $10 for veterans and $5. for all others.
Hoffman Car Wash Bolsters Food Pantry Supplies Ahead of Holiday Season - Free Car Wash with Food Donation on October 23-24 CAPITAL DISTRICT For the second time in 2021 and the 10th consecutive Fall, the staff at Hoffman Car Wash will be collecting non-perishable food items to support local area food pantries. On Saturday, October 23rd, and Sunday, October 24th, Hoffman Car Wash will provide a free Ultimate car wash with a food donation. “Both our staff and customers look forward to the Food Drive every year,” said Hoffman Car Wash CEO Tom Hoffman Jr. “Each year we collect thousands of pounds of items, and our hope is this fall’s food collection will be more successful than ever before.” Hoffman Car Wash has partnered with 14 different food pantries to provide much-needed assistance for families and individuals in need. Each Hoffman location will donate the collected items to a food pantry in
its neighborhood. This year’s pantries include: The Anchor Food Pantry (East Greenbush), Bethlehem Food Pantry (Delmar), Captain Community Human Services (Clifton Park), Columbia Opportunities (Hudson), The Food Pantries of the Capital District (Colonie), Franklin Community Center (Balston Spa), Fulton Community Action Agency (Amsterdam), Hope 7 Food Pantry (Troy), Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless (Albany), Loaves and Fish Food Pantry (Binghamton), Northeast Regional Food Bank (Latham), People’s Place (Kingston), South Glens Falls Moreau Community Center (Queensbury), The Wilton Food Pantry (Saratoga). Suggestions of non-perishable food items to donate include canned meat or fish, canned entrees (stew, ravioli, etc.), canned fruit in juice, canned spaghetti sauce, canned soup, hot or cold cereal, canned 100% juice, and peanut butter and jelly. To participate, individuals simply need to donate one non-perishable food item at any Exterior or Full Service location. Individuals wishing to participate can find a complete list of locations at HoffmanCarWash.com. The event is part of Hoffman Car Wash’s “Practice Kindness” initiative to spread positivity and goodwill in the communities it serves. Within the last year, Hoffman Car
Wash has supported Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless (IPH), Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), American Red Cross, Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), and First Responders and Hospital Personnel. Later in 2021, Hoffman Car Wash will continue its Veteran’s Day tradition, which includes a free car wash for active and retired military members and/ or a $9.99 Hoffman Jiffy Lube Signature Service Oil Change. Hoffman Car Wash also supports many non-profits and youth organizations through its Helping Hands Fundraising program.
The Mechanicville District Public Library MECHANICVILLE -190 N. Main St. Mechanicville, NY 12118 . 518-664-4646. meclib.sals.edu - Registration is required for all library programs. Online registration can be found on our calendar of events at MecLib.Sals.Edu - Monday & Wednesday 11am – 8pm; Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 11am – 6pm; Saturday 11am – 3pm; Sunday Closed. Get your free library card today! Free E-Books, Audiobooks & Holiday Movie Streaming! The Library is happy to assist with the NEW CDTA FlexRide Service! Please see a staffmember if you need help using the service. Story Time & Craft every Tuesday at 11:30am: Babies welcome too!
October Guess Who? Story Book Contest! Stop in for a chance to win a Stewart’s Ice Cream! Mahjong every Thursday at 1pm Cornhole Tournament: Registering Teams of 2 Now! Wednesdays Oct. 17, 27 at 6:30pm Board of Trustees Meeting: Saturday, Oct. 16 at 9am Crochet & Knitting: Monday, Oct. 18 at 6pm Movie Monday: Nightmare Before Christmas: Oct. 18 at 6pm Harry Potter Trivia For All Ages: Oct. 20 at 6pm Chris Bisceglia Presentation: Saturday, Oct. 23 at 11:30am Movie Monday: It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown: Oct. 25 at 6pm Halloween Costume Party: Oct. 26 at 11:30am NEW! Tween/Teen Open Gaming Night- Bring your device or use ours! Oct. 27 at 5-7:30pm Garrett Jackson: Death, Dying & The Other Side: Wednesday, Oct. 27 ZOOM 6:30pm Friends of the Library
Meeting: Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 6pm Yoga Story Time for Children: Saturday, Oct. 30 at 12pm Wine Down Monday Book Club: Practical Magic In-person and Virtual Monday, Oct. 25 at 7pm “[A] delicious fantasy of witchcraft and love in a world where gardens smell of lemon verbena and happy endings are possible.”— Cosmopolitan Visit Del’s Wines for these exclusive Practical Magic pairings: Spellbound & Superstitious. Mention the book club to receive your discount!
Community Winter Sports Equipment Sale BURNT HILLS - The annual Winter Sports Equipment Sale will be held from 9:00 am to Noon on Saturday, October 23rd at the Burnt Hills United Methodist Church, 816 Rt. 50. This year, the sale will be held outside , under tents, on the church grounds.
All winter sports equipment including downhill and cross country ski equipment, boots, skates, snowboards, sleds and winter sports clothing will be sold. There will be new and used winter sports equipment for sale. This annual event gives the community an opportunity to recycle winter sporting equipment. Items for consignment sale may be delivered to the church between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Thursday, October 21st and 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, October 22nd. Downhill skis with out of date bindings will not be accepted. Sellers determine the cost of the articles for sale and receive 75% of the sale price. Donations of winter sports equipment are gladly accepted. You can drop off equipment M-F 10:00 am till 2:00 PM at the church or during the consignment drop off times. For more information contact the Church Office at 518-3995144.
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