Stewart’s Shops Participation in Chowderfest Provides 6,000 Meals to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Stewart’s Shops served their allnew Southwest Corn Chowder at the recent Saratoga Chowder Fest. Over 750 bowls of the creamy corn chowder were served.

Stewart’s Shops raised $1,545 at the event and presented a check to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York to support their mission to feed those in need. This donation will provide over 6,000 meals.

Stewart’s has supported the Regional Food Bank for over 20 years. In 2022, Stewart’s provided over $150,000 in discounts and monetary donations to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. Visit stewartsshops.com.

Free Fishing Days in NY State

NEW YORK — Free Fishing Weekends allow anglers looking to try ice fishing for the first time to do so without the requirement of a fishing license. This is a great opportunity for experienced anglers to introduce friends to the sport.

Beginning ice anglers should download the Ice Fishing Chapter of DEC’s I FISH NY Beginners Guide to Freshwater Fishing for information on how to get started. You can find additional information, including a list of waters open to ice fishing, on DEC’s ice fishing webpage.

Four inches of solid clear ice is usually safe for anglers accessing ice on foot. Ice thickness can vary on waterbodies and even within the same waterbody. Anglers should be particularly cautious of areas of moving water and around boat docks and houses where bubblers may be installed to reduce ice from forming. Testing the ice can easily be done with an auger or spud bar at various spots. Fishing with a family member or a friend is also encouraged for safety. Local bait and tackle shops are a great resource for finding out where there is safe ice and what anglers are catching.

2023 Free Fishing Days: February 18-19, June 24-25, September 23 and November 11. For more information: www. dec.ny.gov/outdoor/44804.html

Matthew Logan

WILTON — Matthew Logan age 82, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, at home with loved ones at his side. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at St. Clements Roman Catholic Church, 231 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Corine Gooden

SCHENECTADY — Corine Gooden, age 48, passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2023. A service will be at 4 p.m. on February 18 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Loved ones may call from 3 to 4 p.m. prior to the service. Please visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Walter J. See

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Walter J. See, age 91, passed away February 14, 2023, at home with loved ones at his side. At the family’s request there will be no services at this time. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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Randy L. Furman

SKOWHEGAN, ME — Randy L. Furman, age 55, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at home. A private celebration was held Saturday, February 4, 2023. Visit: compassionatefuneralcare.com

Salvatore Taormina

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Salvatore Taormina died on February 5 at The Wesley Healthcare Center. At the convenience of the family a private gathering will be held this summer. If you wish to make a donation, please do at: www.thewesleycommunity.org

(Embury Apartments) or The Wesley Healthcare Center, Visit: compassionatefuneralcare.com

Mary Hartman

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mary Hartman, age 92, passed away on February 2, 2023, at the Home of the Good Shepherd. At the request of the family there will be no services at this time. Visit: compassionatefuneralcare.com

Zdzislaw Szamrej

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Zdzislaw Szamrej, age 85, passed away on February 10, 2023, at Saratoga Hospital, At the request of the family there will be no services at this time. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Roberta M. McGee, 80, passed peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2023. Calling hours were 2/14 at Burke Funeral home. Graveside service was, 2/15 at Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com

Elinor (Ellie) Johnson Riter

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Elinor (Ellie) Johnson Riter, 90, died Friday morning (Feb. 10, 2023) at Saratoga Hospital. Calling hours were held 2/17/23 at St. Peter’s Church 10-11am. Mass at 11, burial to follow St. Peter’s cemetery. Memorial donations to Church of St. Peter. Celebration of life at a later date. www.burkefuneralhome.com

Greg Wrobel

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Greg Wrobel, 75, passed 2/11/2023 Calling hours are 4-7, Friday, 2/17/23 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass, 10 a.m., 2/18/23 at Church of St. Peter, followed by burial in Greenridge Cemetery. Celebration of life July 2023. Memorial donations to Camp Kesem, a 501(c)3 (donate.kesem. org/Big-Foot) Please visit www. burkefuneralhome.com

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Francis “Gary” Brooks

QUEENSBURY —

Francis “Gary” Brooks, age 73, of Queensbury, NY, passed away on February 9, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. Gary was born on June 4, 1949 in Saratoga Springs, the son of the late Gilbert and Mildred (Howard) Brooks. Gary graduated from St. Peter’s Academy in 1967 in Saratoga Springs and then went on

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to get his Business Administration degree at Albany Business College. He then eventually furthered his education at Bryant & Stratton Business Institute in Albany in 1996. Every year, he was happy to complete the Income Taxes for countless friends & family!

Gary married Anne Kearney in 1969 and share daughter Whitney (Brooks) Rebisz. Gary is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Dave; his longterm committed relationship with Gretchen Mutaf; his sister Denise and brother-in-law Frank Largen; his dear friends Jeff & Milayne Jackson-Kingsley; and many musician friends he played with throughout his entire life.

Preceding Gary in death includes his father Gilbert, his mother Mildred (Howard) Brooks, and his brother Malcolm.

Gary will always be remembered through the music he played with numerous bands including The Shames, The Cherry Stones,

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Breakfast of Champions, Whisper, Merlin’s Minstrels, Emerald City, Gary Brooks Band, Bobby Kaye and ‘Them,’ Joe Mele Band, Janis Joplin Tribute Show, Joe Jackson and Armed & Dangerous Band, Wild Bill & the Rhythm Kings, Thunder Road, the Milayne Jackson Trio and his solo career.

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 10-11 a.m. on Friday, February 17, 2023 with an 11 a.m. Funeral Home service at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway Saratoga Springs. Burial will follow in Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

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New York State Police

A three-car crash in Malta on Feb. 12 resulted in two aggravated DWI arrests, State Police said.

Anthony S. Alifano, 28, of Clifton Park, was charged with aggravated DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.

Tameka E. Jones, 38, of Queensbury, was charged with aggravated DWI and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Tristan J. Mason, 20, of Halfmoon, was charged Feb. 13 with Burglary in the Third-Degree.

Christopher P. Haskell, 39, of Ballston Spa, was charged with DWI, after his vehicle was stopped by State Police on State Route 9 in Malta for suspected violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Laws. Further investigation determined Haskell had a previous DWI conviction in the last 10 years.

Jennifer M. Manz, 40, of Wilton, was charged with DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations, after being stopped on State Route 50 in Saratoga Springs. She was transported to SP Saratoga for processing, where Manz recorded a 0.22% BAC, according to State Police.

Michael D. Sullivan, 52, of Ballston, was charged with DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. He was transported to SP Saratoga for processing, where he recorded a 0.21% BAC, State Police said.

Saratoga Springs Police

Christian Frazier, 48, of Pottersville, was charged Feb. 13 with DWI, and Aggravated DWI.

Javier Dalmasi, 28, of Ballston Spa, was charged Feb. 12 with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating Motor Vehicle Impaired By Drugs, Unauthorized Use Vehicle:Without Owner Consent, Unlawful Fleeing

A Police Officer In A Motor Vehicle, Reckless Driving, Unsafe Movement Of Stopped Motor Vehicle, Unsafe Passing On Left, Moved From Lane Unsafely, Speed Violation:Speed In Zone, Passed Vehicle On Right, Speed Not Reasonable, Avoiding Traffic Device, Drive motor vehicle on/across sidewalk, Failure to stop at a stop sign, and making an unsafe turn.

Kevin Kelly, 42, of Saratoga Sorings, was charged Feb. 12 with petit larceny and trespassing.

William Gallager, 23, was charged Feb. 11. with DWI.

Anthony Capasso, 21, of Northford, Connecticut, was charged Feb. 11 with Criminal Mischief and criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Thomas Deschaine, 51, of Hudson Falls, was charged Feb. 7 with Robbery-2nd Degree: Displays What Appears To Be A Firearm, and Assault 3rd Degree: With Intent To Cause Physical Injury.

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