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4 Miles; Every 4 Hours; for 48 Hours! 2 Local Athletes Run 50+ Miles for A Cause by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
Alexandra Besso and Simon Wood ran over 50 miles to support Downtown Business. Photo courtesy of Alexandra Besso.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — A local team ran four-miles every four-hours, for 48 hours straight, until they reached a total of 52 miles. Alexandra Besso and friend Simon Wood joined together to complete the 4x4x48 challenge, designed by David Goggins, a retired Navy Seal, author and motivational speaker. Completed this past weekend, Besso said the experience was one to remember.
“The reason I chose to do this is because I got into triathlon and ultra-running a few years ago and this year was my first big year of really intensely running. I signed up for a 50-mile ultra-marathon over in Vermont. Due to COVID-19 that race and all of my smaller training races were cancelled,” Besso said. “I set a goal for myself of running 50 miles and it was something that was important to me to achieve. I figured if I couldn’t do it through my race in Vermont, I would do it on my own.” See Story pg. 3
Antibody Testing THE WILD Now Available GOES VIRTUAL SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Hospital offers COVID-19 antibody testing at all outpatient laboratory locations, including Malta Med Emergent Care, Saratoga Hospital Urgent Care – Wilton and Saratoga Hospital Urgent Care – Adirondack. Antibody tests are blood tests that look for proteins that have developed in response to an infection, in this case the new coronavirus. A positive test result means that a patient has had and has recovered from COVID19. Antibodies could offer some protection against future COVID-19 infection by preventing reinfection or helping the immune system fight the virus faster or more effectively. See Story pg. 10
Palmertown Range. Photo provided by Saratoga PLAN. See Story pg. 18
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CALENDAR / LOCAL BRIEFS
This Week’s Events: JUNE 19 - 25
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FRIDAY, JUNE 19
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24
Free Kids Concert
Meatloaf Dinner
Saratoga Children’s Theatre Free Livestream Concert 7 – 8 p.m. | Each year Saratoga Children’s Theatre select scripts to produce on stage to train and educate today’s youth through musical theater to set and achieve high artistic and personal goals, and to inspire them to become exemplary artists, patrons and citizens of tomorrow. Your contributions mean that children throughout the Saratoga area will receive training and they will have the experience of a lifetime. We are honored and thankful for your support! Facebook.com/SaratogaChildrensTheatre. To donate: SaratogaChildrenTheatre.org/donate
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elk Lane, Saratoga Springs 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. | For Curbside pick-op only. Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy, dinner for 2. $25 (cash only). Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585.
SUNDAY JUNE 21 Annual Strawberry Social Wilton Heritage Museum, 5 Parkhurst Rd., Wilton 1 – 4 p.m. | Curbside pickup only. Donation $5. Collected in jar, exact cash. Strawberries, homemade biscuits, freshly whipped cream. Sorry we cannot socialize as usual because State restrictions.
TUESDAY, JUNE 23 Ed Kelley Chef Dinners – Italian Delight Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs 3 – 4 p.m. | Curbside pick-up only. Longfellows staff and the Senior Center want to cook for you in honor of the countless “fish” dinners Ed prepared. Call the Senior Center or sign up via “My Active Center” by the day before by 2 p. m. cost is $10. Sponsored by The Eddy.
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
positive and uplifting VBS songs that will have your whole family singing! Best of all, like God’s amazing grace, it’s completely FREE! Go to SpaLutheran.org/vbs for more information and to register. Consider this event to be a sneak peek for next summer’s in-person VBS, to be held June 28 to July 2, 2021!
Free Online Partner Dance Class Tango Fusion Facebook Page | 7:15 p.m. Every Wednesday we offer a free partner dance class on Facebook Live at 7:15 p.m. Go to our Tango Fusion Saratoga Facebook page and join us for fun. We cannot see you or hear you, but you can see and hear us, and you can type in questions that we are happy to answer. Make sure you say hi when you log in! These next two weeks will feature Merengue.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25 Online VBS - “Rocky Railway Rally – Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through!” St. Paul’s Lutheran Church | 11 a.m. Join us for this summer’s Vacation Bible School “Rocky Railway Rally – Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through!” This online VBS is being held for five consecutive Thursday mornings, beginning June 25 at 11 a.m. Our own Pastor Adam from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church here in Saratoga Springs will bring a different Bible story to life each week and teach some of the VBS songs. Each family that registers will receive a code to download the
Friday, June 26 Fantastic Food Truck Corral Washington County Fairgrounds, 392 Old Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich | 4 – 8 p.m. Enjoy fair food from the comfort of your own home! Get some of your fair food favorites for takeout or curbside pickup. Each week the Washington County Fairgrounds will be posting information about the food trucks joining them as well as their menu options. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for more information: www.facebook.com/ WashingtonCountyFairNewYork Saturday, June 27 9th Annual Shred Event Fingerpaint Parking Lot, 18 Division St., Saratoga Springs 9 – 11 a.m. | Saratoga Financial
Services will be hosting the event in recognition of Earth Day! All paper will be shredded, baled, and shipped to local paper mills to be recycled for reuse. The event is free of charge, but monetary donations will be accepted to benefit the local Act With Respect Always program to help spread the “pay it forward” movement! First-come, first-serve. Five box minimum. Feel free to call ahead of time. 518-584-2555. Sunday June 28 Summer Biking Palette Cafe, 493 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Celebrate summer biking with an all ages slow roll on the streets of Saratoga Springs. Helmets encouraged; masks are a must. Hosted by Bicycle Benefits, Palette Cafe, Bikeatoga and Impressions of Saratoga on the last Sunday of every month. Ride rolls out from Palette Cafe at 10:15 a.m. sharp so roll over early to grab a bite to eat or drink. Cruisers, road bikes, tandems welcome. We will ride at 10 mph for 6-8 miles and finish at Humpty Dumpty’s Ice Cream at 12 p.m.
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
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4 Miles; Every 4 Hours; for 48 Hours! 2 Local Athletes Run 50+ Miles for A Cause continued from front page... Besso used the challenge to give back to the Saratoga Community. There are 12 separate runs, broken into four-hour segments, that are completed to make up the 4x4x48. Besso and Wood decided as part of their charity run, they would donate one of those segments to #SaratogaStrong and local businesses. “What better way to not only achieve my own goal, but also do something to help the local community that I love so much,” Besso said. The seventh segment Besso and Wood completed occurred this past Saturday at 12 p.m. The two ran down Broadway, sporting #SaratogaStrong t-shirts, and visited five of their favorite downtown businesses. They then purchased a gift card through the help of SIX Marketing, a fullservice marketing agency.
Another aspect of the charity run was a $520 donation to Wellspring. Spoken Boutique, located at 27 Church St, sponsored $5 for every mile Besso and Wood completed. They each ran a total 51.2 miles during the challenge raising $260. SIX Marketing then matched that donation, bringing the total to $520. The pair plan to keep on giving this weekend, when five Facebook friends of Spoken Boutique will be the winners of a gift card. “I think we will pick five random individuals in the community after they comment on a photo of Simon and I running down Broadway. We’ll ask them how they support their local community and randomly select the people to give away the gift cards to,” Besso said. The gift cards purchased and given away include $75 to Spoken Boutique and $50 each to Kru
Coffee, Max Londons, iRun Local and Impressions of Saratoga. They will post the photo on the Spoken Boutique Facebook page on Saturday and choose winners later next week. Besso added: “part of the motivation for me was setting this David Goggins challenge and doing it on my own. Setting a goal is important and I’m a very competitive person…it was important to me to achieve that goal even if it was more of a nontraditional way.” Besso has completed local races in the past, such as the Hudson Crossing triathlon and Code Blue 5-mile race. One local company that made preparing for this race much easier was Greenfork. Based in Saratoga, Greenfork is a meal prep service that provides nutritious meals for the health conscious in the community by using fresh and local ingredients.
“The community helps each other and everyone helps in their own way…this is just my way.” Alexandra Besso and Simon Wood. Photo provided.
“Greenfork made everything a lot easier, not having to worry about going to the grocery store,” Besso said. Moving forward, Besso and Wood will compete in a 50k run, 32 miles, in the Battlefield sometime in August. “Once I achieve something I’m always looking for another goal that is more difficult, a little more mileage or more intimidating. We’ll see what the future holds. I
would love to complete a 100-miler one day,” Besso said. “Being able to combine my love for participating in the sport of running and the challenge of doing something that seems almost out of reach… being able to accomplish those two things feels amazing. Saratoga has been a wonderful community to me since I’ve been here. The community helps each other and everyone helps in their own way… this is just my way.”
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OBITUARIES / NEWS
Myrtle “Myrt” Audrey Clapp
John M. Hogan, Jr.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Myrtle “Myrt” Audrey Clapp passed away June 5, 2020 at Wesley Health Care Center. Born July 28, 1935 in Saratoga Springs. To honor Myrtle, her family will celebrate her life together following the Coronavirus pandemic. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — It is with deep sorrow that the family of John M. Hogan, Jr., 84, mourn his sudden passing on May 11, 2020. Memorial contributions can be made in John’s memory to the American Kidney Foundation or to the Knights of Columbus #246. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.
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Washington County Fair Cancels - Summer 2020 GREENWICH — The Washington County Fair announced last week that this year’s events will be cancelled. The fair was scheduled to begin its sixtieth anniversary on Aug. 24 but organizers announced the fair will return next year. A message to the community from the fair organizers: “Our Fair has been celebrating the agriculture industry in our community since 1890. This year the Washington County Fair would have been celebrating 60 years at our Old Schuylerville
Road location. Sixty years of memories have been made by our fair community in the show ring, at the motorsports track, and even at the top of the Ferris Wheel. “After planning for our 60th anniversary, over the last year, we made the emotional and challenging decision to postpone the 2020 Washington County Fair. Our Fair is so special because of the people that visit our grounds year after year; whether you have been visiting us for sixty years or just one, we understand the disappointment you are feeling
about August ending without a Washington County Fair. We ask that over the next few weeks as a year's worth of planning is adjusted that instead of sharing just your frustration with us that you take this time to share with us your memories and the good times you have had at previous Washington County Fairs. “We look forward to welcoming you back to the fairgrounds next year, Aug. 23 to Aug. 29 2021.” See more Summer 2020 Reopenings and Cancellations on page 20.
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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Sunday at 10 a.m. uusaratoga.org/spiritual-exploration
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BLOTTER / NEWS 5
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020 Adam Gerling, 28, of Albany, was cited June 8 with two counts – one felony and one misdemeanor - criminal possession of stolen property. Nicole Rose, 42, of Stillwater, was cited June 8 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle without an inspection certificate.
misdemeanor DWI, aggravated DWI, speeding and failure to keep right. Mario T. Gonzalez, 31, of Rockaway Park, was charged June 12 with one felony and one misdemeanor count criminal possession of a controlled substance, and single counts of criminal use drug paraphernalia, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, speeding, and a vehicle equipment violation.
of Hutchins Road. The vehicle was operated by Gonzalez, while Santana was the sole passenger. Investigation at the scene led to the seizure of a suspected approximate 20 grams of crack cocaine from Santana, over 2 grams of heroin from Gonzalez, and more than $2000 in U.S. currency.
Sean Thomas, 30, of Ballston Spa, was charged June 12 in Saratoga Springs with
Additionally, Miguel A. Santana, age 29, of Far Rockaway, was charged with two felony counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, and one count unlawful possession of marijuana. According to city police, officers on patrol conducted a traffic stop on State Route 50 south
Emmanuel D. Laury, 29, of Troy, was charged June 6 in the town of Ballston with attempted identity theft in the first-degree. According to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office, on April 18 Laury was suspected of using the personal identifying information of a victim without permission in an attempt to secure a personal loan in excess of $5,000. The loan was not issued by the financial institution.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two personal injury accidents occurred in Saratoga Springs on June 10. The first took place on State Route 50 just south of Hutchins Road about 3:37 pm. A 1998 Honda Accord, which had been traveling northbound and contained three people, went off the eastside of State Route 50 and collided with a telephone pole. The 30-year-old male passenger in the front seat sustained a non-life-threatening head injury. The 7-year-old male passenger in the back seat suffered more significant head trauma and was listed in critical condition. Both patients were transported to Albany Medical Center.
The driver of the vehicle, 28-year-old Paul Pike of Corinth, did not report injuries. Pike, based upon the initial investigation, was allegedly found to be impaired. He was subsequently charged with the felonies: aggravated vehicle assault, DWAI by drugs with two prior convictions designated offenses within 10 years, aggravated DWI with a child with 2 prior convictions within 10 years, and aggravated unlicensed operation in the firstdegree. Pike was additionally charged with two misdemeanors and a driving violation. The second accident took place at 4:29 p.m. at the Church Street/Kirby Road intersection. A 2014 Kia sedan pulling out
from Kirby Road onto Church Street, failed to yield to a 1996 GMC Yukon which was traveling eastbound on Church Street and both vehicles collided, according to Saratoga Springs Police. The Yukon, after the initial collision, ended up in the westbound lane of Church Street where it collided with a 2013 Cadillac sedan traveling westbound on Church Street. In all there were 9 people involved in this accident; 6 of which were transported to Saratoga Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries or for evaluation. Their ages ranged from 1 month to 46 years old. The 65-year-old driver of the Kia, who was not named, was cited for failing to yield the right-of-way.
Jade Graves, 25, of Ballston Spa, was charged June 10 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, refusal to take a breath test, failure to stop at a stop sign, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.
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NEWS BRIEFS
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
League of Women Voters Candidate Information Locally Owned & Operated PUBLISHER/EDITOR Chad Beatty | 518-581-2480 x212 cbeatty@saratogapublishing.com GENERAL MANAGER Robin Mitchell | 518-581-2480 x208 rmitchell@saratogapublishing.com MARKETING DIRECTOR Chris Bushee | 518-581-2480 x201 cbushee@saratogapublishing.com ADVERTISING Jim Daley | 518-581-2480 x209 jdaley@saratogapublishing.com Cindy Durfey | 518-581-2480 x204 cdurfey@saratogapublishing.com Becky Kendall | 518-581-2480 x219 becky@saratogapublishing.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The League of Women Voter’s electronic voter guide, Vote411. org, is now live for the June primary. Candidate information is available for all State Assembly, State Senate, Congressional, Judicial Delegates, and Presidential candidates running in the New York State June primary. The candidate guide includes biographical information and
responses to questions posed by the League, as well as links to candidates’ social media and campaign websites. This information can be accessed online at www.vote411.org in an easy-to-use electronic format. Voters can enter their addresses to see their customized sample ballot and compare candidates’ positions. Candidates who have not yet
submitted their information are listed with “Candidate Has Not Responded;” their responses will be posted as soon as the candidates provide the information. For residents of Saratoga County, you may also go to the League of Women Voters of Saratoga County website to see your races. The League has also created a comprehensive absentee voting
FAQ page available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Bengali on the League's website. This guide answers common questions about voting absentee in New York State during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. The website also features a stepby-step video on how voters can apply for an absentee ballot and how to complete and return their ballot once it is received.
Northeast Regional Food Bank Gets Boost from Leonard Bus Sales
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — With COVID-19 straining food banks across the state, Leonard Bus Sales announced that they will be doubling their donations to partner food banks as part of their annual support of the school-based BackPack nutrition program. The past few years, Leonard Bus Sales has taken funds it would traditionally spend for
promotional items at industry trade shows and have invested it in local BackPack nutrition programs throughout the state to help ensure no child goes to school or bed hungry. This year, the company - which operates full-service facilities in Bergen, Deposit, Middletown, Rome, and Saratoga Springs - is doubling their contribution to seven
Thank You note from a student. Photo provided.
regional food bank partners to $11,000 and helping more than 2,200 children state-wide. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York is a not-for-profit organization that collects donated food from the food industry and distributes it to nearly 1,000 charitable agencies feeding the hungry in 23 counties of northeastern New York. The
food provided by the Regional Food Bank helps to feed over 350,000 people each month, and in 2019 distributed over 40 million pounds of food to the hungry. To learn more about the Food Bank of Central New York go to regionalfoodbank.net, or to learn more about school-based hunger programs near you go to feedingamerica.org
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Second Chance Sports & Fitness Fundraiser SARATOGA SPRINGS — Bill Yaiser, founder of Second Chance Sports and Fitness created a fundraiser with an “I Survived Coronavirus Six Foot Social Distancing Stick” as a prize. Participants who purchase the stick will receive a poster of the jockeys before the stick arrives. Donors will also get a letter that shows they brought the stick to receive discounts from small businesses that Second Chance Sports and Fitness promote. If you would like to show your support for law enforcement members and small businesses, this is the way to help. The distance stick will also come with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Donations of $40 can be made to Bill Yaiser at secondchancesports.org or by texting 518-491-0556.
Graduate Honored
Saratoga Dirty Dozen: Eric Cancel, John Velazquez, Kendrick Carmouche, Irad Ortiz Jr., Javier Castellano, Luis Saez, Manuel Franco, Jose Ortiz, Joel Rosario, Ricardo Santana Jr., Jose Lezcano, and Junior Alvarado. Photo provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Connor D. Hart, age 18, of Saratoga Springs, recently graduated from Camden Military Academy of Camden, South Carolina. Connor spent his Senior Year of High School at CMA earning Cadet of the Semester, Cadet of the Year, and was Valedictorian of the Class of 2020. Connor earned a GPA of 3.94 in college course work from the University is South Carolina. He is planning on attending Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State College (Virginia Tech) in the Fall as a member of the Corps of Cadets.
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CITY NEWS: DMV Opens Two Offices City’s State of Emergency Expired SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City’s State of Emergency expired Friday, June 12, and per the recommendation of the City Emergency Management Committee, Mayor Meg Kelly decided not to extend it for another period of time.
New City Firehouse Seeks Design Services Bids SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City of Saratoga Springs will receive sealed bids for Proposed Firehouse #3 – Design Services. Sealed bids must be received in their entirety by the City of Saratoga Springs, Office of the Commissioner of Accounts, 15 Vanderbilt Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York, 12866, by 2 p.m. on Thursday July 2. Copies of the request for proposal (RFP) may be obtained on the City’s web page at www.saratoga-springs.org, under current bids.
Plans to Reopen City Hall in July SARATOGA SPRINGS — The schedule for moving employees into City Hall is set and should be completed during the week of June 29. Plans call for the July 7 City Council meeting to be held in-person, and open for the public to attend. City Hall closed in the aftermath of a lightning strike and flood which badly damaged the building in August 2018. The building, which was constructed in 1871, has undergone a massive,
multi-million dollar renovation. Most of city government was relocated to the Vanderbilt Avenue recreation facility, and following the implementation of COVID19 restrictions, city meetings have been held via Zoom. At City Hall, there will be maximum occupancy limitations and access and safety protocols that will shortly be announced, the city says. It is anticipated City Hall offices will re-open to the public by mid-July.
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BALLSTON SPA — Saratoga County DMV will offer limited in-person appointments to Saratoga County residents. At this time, all appointments will be scheduled at the Ballston Spa and Clifton Park locations only. The Wilton DMV office will remain closed to the public until restrictions on interior mall stores are lifted. Customers who previously had appointments with Saratoga County DMV have been contacted and given priority appointments. The Saratoga County DMV is reopening with social
distancing protocols in place. Staff will wear appropriate PPE and follow social distancing protocols. Customers must wear masks and follow all social distancing protocols. Only the individual needed to complete the transaction is allowed into the building unless someone is needed for assistance or is accompanying a minor. Customers are asked to arrive no earlier than ten minutes before their appointment time and may be required to wait outside or in their vehicle after checking in, as only a limited number of people
are allowed in the building at a time. Those arriving more than five minutes late may forfeit their appointment due to expected high demand for appointments. Customers are asked to download and fill out necessary forms prior to their appointment. Forms are available at the County DMV’s website www.saratogacountyny. gov/dmv. Customer ID is required at check in. To make an appointment, call 518-383-2480, extension 3921. Saratoga County DMV’s hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
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Antibody Testing Now Available
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
NYRA, Saratoga Springs Launch Saratoga Face Mask Campaign to Benefit Franklin Community Center, Shelters Of Saratoga
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Test results could provide helpful information to the broader community. If enough people are tested, antibody status could offer insights on how widespread COVID-19 has been in the region. The tests can also identify potential donors for convalescent plasma therapy, which uses blood and antibodies from those who have recovered from COVID-19 to help patients who have the virus. Over a six-week period, from May 1 to June 13, the state initiated 12,000 randomly conducted antibody tests. The results, which Gov. Andrew Cuomo revealed June 16, show that 13.4 % of those tested across the state had at some point had the virus. In the greater Capital Region specifically, 2.5% of those tested were shown to have at some point had the virus. Tests must be ordered by a healthcare provider. Results are usually reported to patients
by their provider or Saratoga Hospital in three to five days. There is no copay. How to get an antibody test: • A provider order is required for antibody tests at all Saratoga Hospital outpatient lab locations. • Given their extended hours, Malta Med Emergent Care, Urgent Care – Adirondack, and the outpatient lab at Wilton Medical Arts will be the preferred option for many patients. • Patients who do not have an order can come to Urgent Care: Wilton and Urgent Care: Adirondack during normal business hours or Malta Med Emergent Care 24/7 for a screening to determine their eligibility. Those who qualify will be tested. Patients will be charged a copay for the screening but not for the test. All tests are processed by Saratoga Hospital, which meets the latest Food and Drug Administration validation criteria.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — A limited edition set of Saratoga Race Course-branded face masks have been made available to help raise funds for Franklin Community Center and Shelters of Saratoga. The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) and the city of Saratoga Springs launched the joint initiative June 15. The Saratoga reusable cloth face masks come in a variety pack featuring three individual designs: a red mask with a white Saratoga logo; a white mask with a red Saratoga logo; and a navyblue mask with a red Saratoga logo. The masks include a white border and stretchable elastic ear straps with an interior pocket for a replaceable filter.
The three-pack is available for preorder for $24.95 at Shop. NYRA.com. The masks are for personal use only, and not a replacement for medical grade personal protective equipment. A portion of proceeds will be donated in equal allotments to support the efforts of two Saratoga Springs-based nonprofit organizations: Franklin Community Center and Shelters of Saratoga, which provide food, shelter and other critical resources to the community. Franklin Community Center is a non-profit human service agency that has provided basic necessities and services to individuals and families in Saratoga Springs for more than 25 years.
The Center serves more than 6,000 people annually through a variety of programs, including a food pantry, afterschool prevention, and safe and affordable housing. “With our resources stretched and funding in jeopardy, the number of people relying on our services continues to skyrocket,” said Franklin Community Center Executive Director Kari Cushing, during a press conference outside the Union Avenue entrance of the Saratoga Race Course on June 15. She said since the start of the pandemic, there has been a large number of people going to the food pantry for the first time in their lives. ‘The funding received from this program will enable us to continue to focus on maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of the individuals and families we serve by providing them with the basic necessities and services they require to get through these difficult times.” “We’re living through a pandemic and facing uncertain times. Can you imagine not having a home at this time?” said Shelters of Saratoga Executive Director Karen Gregory. ‘We thank NYRA and the City for not forgetting our most vulnerable community members. Their commitment to humanity means the world to us at Shelters of Saratoga.”
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Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
City Center Parking Structure Still on Track for Fall 2020 by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Work continues on the development of a multi-story parking garage that will connect conference attendees and others with the Saratoga Springs City Center. Plans call for the lower level of the structure to be completed and available for use during the summer, with all levels of the structure completed by the fall. “The goal is as soon as possible,” City Center Executive Director Ryan McMahon said this week, as a 400 ton crane tended to the business at hand atop the lot where the structure is being developed. The COVID-19 pandemic slightly affected the progress of the development. “We’ll probably open now in early November instead of early
October,” McMahon said. The City Center itself, like most all other venues across the country where large groups of people gather, has canceled events during the pandemic although the good news is that most of those events have been rescheduled to take place at a later time, McMahon said. A handful of previously scheduled events slated to take place during the summer are still being held in the hopeful anticipation that they may be able to take place. The greater Capital Region –a multi-county area that includes Saratoga – this week entered the third phase of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s four-phase reopening plan. Should infection, hospitalization and death rates due to COVID-19 remain low, the region is slated to enter Phase 4 on July 1. Phase 4 includes arts, entertainment, and recreation.
Rec Department Announces Modified Summer Program for Kids to Begin July 13 SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Recreation Department announced June 16 that it will be offering a modified summer rec program in place of the traditional Camp Saradac. The summer rec program will be a full day program for children ages 5 to 12.
In lieu of field trips, participants will enjoy in-house activities such as water games, arts and crafts, modified sports, and enrichment programs. The program will run 9 a.m.4:30 p.m. from Monday, July 13-Aug. 14, at the Rec Center. To register, go to: saratogarec.com.
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Construction work continues at the Saratoga Springs City Center Parking Structure on June 16, 2020. Photo by Chad Beatty.
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BUSINESS
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
Local Seniors Enjoy Pop-Up Farmers Market
Photos courtesy of John Rowe.
by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The residents at Prestwick Chase enjoyed a pop-up farmers market this past week. Mother-daughter team Meghan Barker and Sharon Anderson, co-owners of Clyde O’Scope Farms, hosted the pop-up market. They offered fresh veggies, flowers, free-range eggs, and home made potpies
to residents. Since COVID-19 struck the community this past March, John Rowe, director of marketing at Prestwick, said they have shut down access to the building and asked residents not to leave. To help social distance guidelines, Rowe said his team has done the shopping for each resident. “We’re doing some shopping for them. Some of the fresh vegetables they might not be thinking about or putting it on
their list so now, they can go right outside and grab the fresh produce for themselves,” Rowe said. As the second week hosting the market, Rowe said residents have been overjoyed to be able to purchase and enjoy locally produced items. “Last week we had a limited supply of things and the residents purchased flowers, potatoes, all sorts of vegetables for themselves. The people that ran it were very happy,” Rowe said.
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
Marylou Whitney Collection Auction to Benefit Saratoga Backstretch Clinic Goes Online
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Coffee Chat Webinar Series SESSION FIVE SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Center for the Family will present their fifth session of the Community & Mental Wellness Coffee Chat Webinar Series. Participants are encouraged to grab a coffee and their computer or phone and join the mental
From the Marylou Whitney Collection. Photo provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — From diamonds to denim, tchotchkes to chic couture. The Marylou Whitney Collection Auction – which went online for viewing June 17 - offers diverse items from the philanthropic icon who was known as the Queen of Saratoga. The auction benefits the new building that will be the future home of the backstretch medical clinic operated at Saratoga Race Course by Saratoga Hospital and the Backstretch Employee Service Team. Special items include a diamond choker necklace that was a birthday gift to Whitney from her husband John Hendrickson, and her pristine 1985 red Jaguar XJ6. Other featured items include designer evening gowns; couture ensembles and cocktail dresses by Bill Blass, Arnold Scassi, and Chanel; evening purses by Judith Lieber Couture and Chanel; fur coats; hats; vintage dresses; and designer scarves by Hermès and Tiffany. Many very affordable and practical items, such as costume jewelry, casual attire, hats, coats, scarves, memorabilia, and furniture, are also offered.
Hendrickson developed the concept of sharing Whitney’s worldly possessions with others, while helping two charitable entities. He donated approximately 1500 pieces that have been photographed and categorized for the auction. “As I began the difficult task of going through Marylou’s personal items at each of our homes, she seemed to speak to me,” Hendrickson said in a statement. “No one shared her blessings and good fortune more than Marylou. No one was more dedicated to helping charities than Marylou…and so the idea was born. Her spirit of giving will live on—Marylou’s personal items are going for a greater good.” The website, www. MarylouWhitneyCollection.com, debuted Wednesday, June 17 for preview only, via a link to the auction site. The auction action begins Monday, July 27, at midnight, and continues through Saturday, August 1, at 11.59 p.m. - Whitney Day at Saratoga Race Course. Bidding and “Buy It Now” options will be available. Also See Back Cover.
health professionals at Saratoga Center for the Family for a series of webinars addressing community & mental wellness during the current COVID-19 health crisis. There is no need to bring your face mask for this virtual Info and Q&A Session. Sessions five will be cast Friday 11 a.m. June 19.
Topic includes Helping the Helpers: Addressing Compassion Fatigue During COVID-19. Join Saratoga Center for the Family's Clinical Directors Wende Tedesco, LCSW-R and Megan HeederMegan, LMHC for a discussion surrounding compassion fatigue in caring professionals.
UniFirst Corporation Partners with Chamber of Commerce to Donate 10,000 Protective Face Masks to Local Businesses
Photo provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — A leader in the supply and servicing of uniform and workwear programs gives back to small business community in support of economy reopening. The UniFirst Corporation is partnering with the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce to donate 10,000 protective facemasks to local businesses in need, as part of a company-wide
initiative to support the small business community. UniFirst General Manager Keith Plummer partnered with Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus and Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Communications Richard Snyder. As state shutdowns are lifted and the economy begins to reopen, many small business owners, the everyday heroes on the front lines
of the recovery, are struggling to source and provide their staff with the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) required to meet government guidelines. The donation is part of a company-wide initiative to support business revitalization in UniFirst markets around the country, prioritizing regions where resources are not as readily available.
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Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
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by Todd Shimkus • for Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA COUNTY’S LARGEST Ribbon Cutting EVER Todd Shimkus, President of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce It’s Friday, June 19, 2020, and we’re about to hold the largest ribbon cutting celebration Saratoga County has ever seen. It will take place today at 11 a.m. We really have no idea how many people will participate. We’ve invited everyone! BUT, this ribbon cutting will feature the same ribbon being cut in more than 2 dozen locations across Saratoga County simultaneously. That’s what makes it the biggest. Normally when we do a ribbon cutting, it is for one business in recognition of an investment they’ve made in our community. It can be for a
new business or an expansion or a relocation or a significant milestone anniversary. Today’s ribbon cutting at multiple locations simultaneously is designed to celebrate the reopening of Saratoga County’s economy. The Chamber and our partners at the Saratoga County Reopening Advisory Board as well as Discover Saratoga, Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership, the Saratoga Springs DBA, the Saratoga Springs City Center and SEDC will all be involved in one place or another. We’ll be in downtown Saratoga Springs as well as the Villages of Ballston Spa, Schuylerville and Mechanicville. We’ll be in the Town of Day and Edinburg to the North and Waterford, Halfmoon and Clifton Park to the South. We’re now in Phase 3 of Saratoga County’s reopening. And while there are still some sectors that remain closed, we simply
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cannot wait two more weeks to share the news that Saratoga County is open for business for those who are wondering what is open and what is not. The ribbon we are using features the Stronger Together Saratoga County logo created a month or so ago to celebrate the many collaborations we’ve seen that have helped us get to this point. We’re also providing every City, Town, Village and Hamlet with two Stronger Together signs personalized for their local community to use in the ribbon cutting photos. We’ve created a Saratoga County Ribbon Cutting event on Facebook. There, everyone will be able to see all of the ribbon cutting photos and videos our
staff, partners and volunteers shoot capturing this historic day. This ribbon cutting celebrates the investment of time we’ve all made during New York’s PAUSE as we sheltered at home to put health first while placing our economy in jeopardy. Today is the day where we hopefully can feel the freedom and safely start to return to the businesses we know and love more regularly. We believe every ribbon cutting is the celebration of a dream come true. For us here in Saratoga County as I write this, we dreamed of a day when there was no one in Saratoga Hospital fighting for their life versus COVID-19. That day came a week ago, on Thursday, June 11. That was the day when we decided to break out
the ribbon on June 19. That was the dream come true. Now we cannot let down our guard. As Angelo Calbone, the President of Saratoga Hospital told a group of local leaders the other day, we still must be vigilant. We need to social distance. When we can’t, we need to wear a mask. We need to wash our hands. We need to disinfect surfaces. We need to take special care of our seniors and those with underlying conditions. But if we continue to do this, this countywide ribbon cutting today will go down in history as the day we turned the corner. The day we celebrated the sacrifices so many have made to get here as well as the potential of what we can do together going forward to rebuild our economy.
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
BALLSTON SPA 68 Ballston Ave., $235,000. Mark and Carlo Kelly sold property to Allison Keib. 37 Woodside Dr., $399,000. Matthew and Debra Hathaway sold property to Kevin, Amanda, Brian and Nancy Simpson. 17 Pasture Place, $279,000. Rosetti Acquisitions LLC sold property to Ronald White.
CHARLTON 2 Meadow Lane, $232,500. Richard Solosky and Shawn Van sold property to Megan Allen. 10 Pine Hollow Dr., $125,000. Garry Heflin sold property to Heflin Builders Inc. 10 Pine Hollow Dr., $407,400. Heflin Builders Inc. sold property to Conor Maloney and Chelsea Craig. 1581 Division St., $231,000. Donald and Deborah Baldwin sold property to Brandon Bell. 0 Division St., $18,750. Gerald Arey sold property to J and J Upstate Construction LLC. 256 Lapp Rd., $334,000. Kenneth and Susan Kimball sold property to David and Valerie Wilson. 520 Charlton Rd., $300,000. David and Kimberly Skinner sold property to Christopher and Justyna Delprado.
CLIFTON PARK 4 Tamarack Lane, $243,800. Joseph Galluppi and Monica Pedioletto sold property to Timothy Lake and Kathryn McLelland Lake.
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8 Lincoln Ave., $21,500. Keith and Therese Jordan sold property to Tristan and Jacquelyn Blickfeld.
24 George Ave., $261,450. Boscott LLC sold property to Sean Rowe and Amanda Whitfield.
109 Old Bend Rd., $292,985. Cerrone Construction LLC sold property to Lori Lopez Hammond.
5 Pamela Lane, $480,000. Iljung Park and Kim Minjung sold property to NP Dodge, Jr., (as Trustee)
48 Spruce St., $335,000. Vladimir and Emira Shirokov sold property to Nicholas and Irina Polsinelli.
16 Weston Way, $364,912. Barbera Homes Malta Springs LLC sold property to Joanne Sastri.
28 Van Buren St., $166,800. Marie Dickinson (by Atty) sold property to Michael and Heidi Jiguere.
5 Pamela Lane, $480,000. NP Dodge, Jr. (as Trustee) sold property to Ian Zapp and Jennifer Savino.
17 Denhelder Dr., $429,000. ER Land Development LLC sold property to Thomas and Melissa Tiberio.
17 Saratoga Farm Rd., $1,300,000. Serge Dupuis (by Atty) and Anne Marie Rose (by Atty) sold property to Sara Bott.
36 Wynefield Dr., $243,800. Silvana Bonesteel sold property to Cahill and Jennifer Buytler.
18 Denhelder Dr., $527,886. ER Land Development LLC sold property to Joseph and Christina Natuzzi. 37 Castle Pines, $400,000. Gerardo Rocha Galicia sold property to Sidney Newbold and Andrea Palerino. 4109 Foxwood Dr. S., $150,000. Joseph Rando sold property to Barbara Patterson. 10A Woodbine Dr., $185,000. Andrew Heffner sold property to Diane Carpenter. 747 Plank Rd., $224,500. Ryan Brown sold property to Georgina Russo.
CORINTH 118 Lemont Ave., $159,000. John and Sharon Hurley sold property to Katelyn and Ricky Tennant, Jr.
GALWAY Old Mill Rd., $76,000. Gary Kalinkewicz and Sharyn Kalinkewicz sold property to Stephanie Burns.
MALTA 14 Wineberry Lane, $230,000. Padraig and Katie Timoney sold property to Steven Backus and Taylor Mancini.
MILTON 202 Whitetail Court, $133,800. Wells Fargo Bank sold property to Eric Adams. 4 Back Stop Lane, $340,000. Shawn and Melissa Olmsted sold property to Kim Gillespie. 218 West Milton Rd., $280,000. Chad and Jennifer Hickok sold property to Charles and Martha Rydzak.
MOREAU 11 Oakwood Dr., $264,500. Bruce and Michele Ostrander sold property to Joseph and Ashley Pulsoni. 303 Old West Rd., $139,000. Ashley and Joseph Pulsoni sold property to Christopher Hayes. 8 Markwood Parkway, $194,000. Karen Tomasovic sold property to Shelby Gauthier. 130 Hudson Ave., $152,500. Deborah Dana (as Successor, Co-Trustee and Agent) and Rena Powhida (as Successor, Co-Trustee and Agent) sold property to Seth Johnson. 36 Pheasant Way, $325,000. Blake and Stacey Naranjo sold property to Andrew Graves and Holly Klingbeil.
TOWN OF SARATOGA 179 Swamp Rd., $355,000. Christian and Bridget Babcock sold property to Ryan and Jami Walker.
SARATOGA SPRINGS 13 Jenna Jo Ave., Lot 117, $195,000. Oak Ridge Development LLC sold property to Nicholas Chauvin.
1312 Route 9P, $8,950. Terri and Glen Lavender and Cyndi Walter sold property to Raymond Rysedorph, III. 52 Curt Blvd, $144,301. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development sold property to Adam Cox. 2 Michael Dr., $235,000. Walter Read sold property to Brady Boyer.
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EDUCATION
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
Local School Celebrates 2020 Seniors by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Only one of the 31 seniors of the 2020 Saratoga Central Catholic School (SCC) graduating class was asked to put on their cap and gown this past weekend. As the graduates drove through the school to pick up their caps and gowns, graduate Ria Walsh was honored. Her fellow students and teachers beeped their car horns and showed their support through the purple and gold school colors. Faculty and Staff wore their SCC spirit-wear with pom-poms and signs. They also handed out goodie bags, yearbooks, academic and athletic awards and caps and gowns to each senior as they drove up.
“We had them all park their cars in the parking lot while beeping their horns and yelling. Ria was so excited. The students got to support her and she got to see them and have a little celebration as well,” Mary Guarnieri, director of advancement at SCC, said. Last August, Walsh joined the Army National Guard. Her recruiter, SSG Brandon Moseman joined the celebration and honored Walsh with a personal level of achievement. The district has planned a tentative graduation ceremony for Friday, July 10. However, Walsh will leave for basic training on June 30, and SCC still wanted to honor her. Interim Principal Michael Kondratowicz handed the graduate her diploma along with two awards
she earned. Walsh received one award from the Gurtler Brother VFW Post 420 Patriotism award and also received the Knights of Colombus 4th Degree Assembly Patriotism award. Guarnieri said the event was great and the students appreciated it. “It went very well. We had a dunking booth where students could attempt to dunk our Athletic Director Alphonse Lambert,” Guarnieri said. A local DJ, Elaine Gaynor of DJ Smalz, played music for the duration of the event. Along with picking up their caps and gowns, students were welcomed to receive their awards for the school year. Guarnieri said for the ceremony this year, two faculty members recorded a video of the awards in their gym.
2020 SCC Graduate, Ria Walsh. Photos courtesy of Mary Guarnieri.
2020-2021 School Budget & Board of Education Results •Residents of the Saratoga Springs City School District approved the proposed $132,397,035 school budget for 2020-2021 by a vote of 7,128 to 2,724. Additionally, a bus bond proposition was approved by a vote of 7,102 to 2,695 to purchase six 66-passenger school buses, one 30-passenger bus, one 24-passenger bus, and four SUVs for transporting students. The Saratoga Springs Public Library budget passed by a vote of 6,999 to 2,840. Heather Crocker and Terrance Diggory were elected to the Library Board of Trustees.
Elected to the Board of Education for three-year terms: Tony Krackeler, Anjeanette Emeka, and Erika Borman. The Board of Education vote tallies were as follows: Marissa Altimar - 3,715 votes; Erika Borman - 4,270 votes; Anjeanette Emeka - 4,776 votes; Scott Jackson 4,002 votes; Tony Krackeler - 4,953 votes; Casey Putnam - 4,060 votes; Matthew Taylor - 2,297 votes. The canvass of the vote was accepted by the Board of Education at the June 16 meeting. •Schuylerville Central School District residents passed a $37.4 million budget for the
2020-21 school year by an absentee ballot vote of 1,202 to 654 on Tuesday, June 16. The approved budget carries a 3.4% spending increase and an estimated tax levy increase of 2.6%. Tax rates for individual properties will be determined over the summer once equalization rates and assessments are available for the district’s seven towns. Voters elected Bernie Buff and Jack Macica to the Board of Education. Buff had 995 votes and Macica had 983 votes. Macica will fill the unexpired term of Mike Booth, beginning immediately on June 16, 2020 and expiring
on June 30, 2021. Buff ’s five-year term will begin on July 1, 2020. In the Schuylerville Public Library Board of Trustees election, voters elected Amy Carpenter and Katie Veltum with 1,209 and 692 votes respectively. •Ballston Spa CSD School Budget Preliminary Vote Results: The Ballston Spa community approved the district’s 2020-2021 budget proposal of $93,258,635 with by an unofficial vote of 3,427 to 1,184. Buses vote: 3,221 yes; 1,388 no. Library vote: 3,576 yes; 1,046 no. The Board of Education candidates Katie Whittemore and Matthew Dreher were elected to
serve three-year terms starting July 2020. Total board candidate counts will be presented later this week. The Board of Education approved a proposed budget of $93,258,635 for the 2020-2021 school year. The adopted budget reflects a 1.3% budget-to-budget increase, and a 3.5% tax levy increase. Based on new construction resulting in increased assessed value across the district, average tax rates are expected to increase 1.2%. •The Galway Central School District Budget for the 2020-21 school year was approved by a 1,016 to 502 vote. School Bus Purchase was approved by a 1,039 to 462 vote.
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Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
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NEXT BIG AREA EVENT TO GO VIRTUAL FOR 2020
Photos from past Firecracker4 Road Race. Model photo showcasing this year’s Firecracker4 tee.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — With the continued realities of social distancing stemming from the worldwide coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), officials at Saratoga Springs’ Firecreacker4 Road Race today announced that the 14th edition’s in-person events on Saturday, July 4 has been cancelled and a Virtual 4-Mile option offered to those interested. The Firecracker4 is offering three options to the participants who have already registered: 1) Switch to the Virtual 4-Mile 2) Donate their race entry fee to the event’s charity partners (and receive a commemorative 2020 race t-shirt), or 3) defer to the 2021 event at no additional charge. “Over the last 14 years this event has become an Independence Day tradition in the Capital Region and one of the largest 4th of July road races in the US. We understand how much this event means not only to the runners, but also the city of Saratoga Springs and the charities we help support,” said Event Director Patrick Lynskey. “However, our number one priority is always the health and well-being of our community,
including runners, volunteers, sponsors, police, fire and city staff. Even though New York state is starting to open up, it is clear that there are just too many unknows to gather thousands of people in close quarters on July 4th.” Lynskey added: “due to the popularity of the Firecracker4 and generosity of our participants we have been able to donate more than $300,000 to local charities over the years and we hope this year will be no different. As a result, we will offer a Virtual Firecracker4 4-Mile run for those who would like to participate. Our Virtual 4-Mile run is a great way for runners to continue their Independence Day running or walking tradition and accomplish a personal goal, while supporting the event’s local charities — The Veterans Business Council Scholarship Program, Pitney Meadows Community Farm Trails Project, The Streaks Running Club Inc, Racing City Running Club and The Children’s Museum at Saratoga.” Those interested in signing up for the Virtual 4-Mile run can do so online through Sunday, June 7 at midnight. Registration
is $30 and there will be no further price increases. All Virtual 4-Mile participants will receive a 14th annual virtual Firecracker4 soft tech t-shirt, a bib and finisher’s certificate that can be printed out at home, and a commemorative finishers’ medal. These items will be mailed to participants by July 4. Virtual 4-Mile participants will be asked to complete a four-mile run by themselves following CDC and New York state-mandated social distancing guidelines between Sunday, June 28 at 6 a.m. through Saturday, July 11 at 11 p.m. “You can run your four miles anywhere. If you have a four-mile route in your neighborhood, you can run on that course and it will count,” said Lynskey, adding that all participants will receive an email with detailed instructions a few days before the start date. “We will provide links on our website to several local certified fourmile courses that can be used to complete the virtual run, as well as some suggestions for other areas such as the Zim Smith Trail or Corning Preserve that will work. Once participants complete their four-mile run, they will be
asked to submit their times via the link provided to them along with a photo of their watch/GPS/ RaceJoy results. All times must be submitted by Saturday, July 11 at 11 p.m. Results will then be compiled and posted online at firecracker4.com. “The focus of our virtual runs isn't about winning,” added Lynskey. “It’s about staying active, celebrating our strengths and supporting our local community. So, while we will not be gathering en-masse this July 4th at the City Center for that big start down Broadway and post-race party, we can all run or walk four miles wherever we are and help others in the process and that is
something to feel good about.” All participants in the Virtual 4-Mile will be entered to win various giveaways from area merchants and sponsors. Prizes include gift certificates, swag from Michelob Ultra, 30min sessions in the Normatech Recovery Room and foot massage gift certificates courtesy of Fleet Feet Sports, Power Surge protein butters from Power House Athletics and an array of other products or services. “We will be creating packages full of great stuff that runners want, need and will love and will be doing weekly drawings starting in early June. We are enthusiastic about making the best of it and hope people will join us.”
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Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
THE WILD GOES VIRTUAL Mini-Series About The Palmertown Range by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY
PALMERTOWN — The Palmertown Range project announced a new four-part series showcasing the possible benefits of the 20 mile trail system. Saratoga PLAN, preserving land and nature, in partnership with The Saratoga Film Academy and Open Space Institute released the first-part this past Monday, June 15. Each episode in the miniseries will last from three to seven minutes, and takes viewers on a visual and informational journey. Saratoga PLAN Executive Director Maria Trabka said the videos will demonstrate the ways in which an integrated trail system will benefit conservation, recreation and economic development in the Saratoga County region “The Palmertown Range is just an incredible place…it’s sort of a hidden gem that we wanted to feature and let people know about it. As we get to know the range better, we wanted to share that with other people
and let them know about it. The Adirondacks are just outside our doors,” Trabka said. The videos depict the trail system along with the surrounding community. The goal is to showcase different habitats located in the range, recreational opportunities and the type of economic development that is available in the range. The first film is an overview of the vision for the Palmertown Range, located 20 minutes north of Saratoga Springs. Each subsequent film focuses on one of the key aspects of the plan – conservation, recreation, and economic development. “From protecting water quality to linked trail systems to maple sugaring, the series shows how conservation and various types of land use can be beneficially interwoven,” PLAN’s community engagement manager, Alex Fylypovych said in a press release. Saratoga PLAN received a $500,000 grant this past May from the Sarah B. Foulke Charitable Fund, the largest private cash gift made to the organization. The
Photos courtesy of Saratoga PLAN.
grant will go towards the planning and design of roughly 20 miles of trails built in the Southern Palmertown Range. Home to 8,000 acres of protected lands, the project will establish the area as a recreational destination while conserving its natural resources. This project began more than a decade ago and has grown into a collaboration between local and state governmental entities, nonprofits, and academic institution. “Currently we have received funding to design a master trail plan that incorporates trails for
all different types of uses; people using strollers, wheelchairs, horseback riders, snowmobilers, trail runners, hikers, mountain bikers, paddlers…really the whole gamut of trail users,” Trabka said. She added: “There are a number of public lands in the area and there are also a number of private land owners. The landowners said they would be willing to let the public recreate on their properties with a conservation easement on their property.” The videos will premiere on Facebook and YouTube at 9 p.m.
on Monday nights. Following the premieres, videos will be available for regular viewing on Facebook, YouTube and Saratoga PLAN’s website. The release schedule for the next is Monday, June 22, 9 p.m. focusing on recreation potential. The third mini-series will premier June 29, 9 p.m. with economic opportunities. The series will end July 6, 9 p.m. with conservation priorities. Following the series, an informal Q&A session with various partners on the project will take place July 13 at 7 p.m.
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FREIHOFER'S
Saratoga Jazz Festival 2020 “STAY HOME SESSIONS” JUNE 26-28
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Absolutely Live Entertainment, in partnership with Caffè Lena announce "Freihofer's Jazz Fest Stay Home Sessions," presented in lieu of the 2020 Freihofer's Saratoga Jazz Festival, previously cancelled by SPAC due to health and safety concerns as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Headlined by national artists Jon Batiste, Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn, and Pedrito Martinez, Jazz Fest Stay Home Sessions will also feature acclaimed local musicians Chuck Lamb & Jorge Gomez, Garland Nelson's "Reflections: A Motown Tribute Ensemble" and the Skidmore Jazz Institute Alumni Trio. The series of streamed concerts – which start at 8 p.m. on June 26, 27 and 28, will feature produced videos from the national artists alongside performances from Lena's stage from local ensembles. The festival will be free to experience and hosted through Caffè Lena's "Stay Home Sessions" YouTube platform. For safety and social distancing purposes, Caffè Lena will remain closed to everyone except essential personnel and musicians. Content will be pre-recorded adhering to CDC guidelines.
Freihofer’s Jazz Fest
STAY HOME SESSIONS LINE-UP: FRIDAY, JUNE 26: Pedrito Martinez; Chuck Lamb & Jorge Gomez.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27: Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn; Skidmore Jazz Institute Alumni Trio.
SUNDAY, JUNE 28: Jon Batiste; Garland Nelson's "Reflections: A Motown Tribute Ensemble." For more information about the festival, visit SPAC.org
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Entertainment
Public Libraries Begin Curbside Service
June 22
Schuylerville Public Library will be reopening in phases and the Curbside Service Phase will begin on Monday, June 22. Library card holders may place requests for books, movies, and any other materials online at pac.sals.edu or by calling the Library at 518-6956641. Operating hours and curbside pickup windows will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 2-7 p.m. Library staff will arrange curbside pickup appointments with patrons once their items are ready and make contactless deliveries to vehicles. No members of the public will be allowed in the building. The Schuylerville Public Library is a school district library, established in 2013 to serve the towns and villages of Easton, Fort Edward, Greenwich, Northumberland, Saratoga, Schuylerville, Stillwater, Victory and Wilton. Visit www. schuylervillelibrary.sals.edu for more information. Saratoga Springs Public Library plans to begin contactless pickup on June 22; the schedule for that service will be 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Ike Pulver, Library Director: We anticipate that we will be
able to allow staff back into the building by midweek next week to start that process. At the moment, there are approximately 3,000 items in the library waiting to be checked in and shelved or shipped back to their owning libraries, and about 26,000 items checked out of our library alone. Throughout the SALS and MVLS regions, there are about 271,000 items out. If they all come flooding back in at the same time, we will be overwhelmed, so we ask that you hold on to them for a bit longer. All due dates and overdue fines are still suspended. When we are able to begin contactless pickup, it will be by appointment only, and it is very unlikely that it will be a same day service, given the complexity of our required safety protocols, the size of our building, and the number of requests. Much more information about how that process will work will be coming soon. When we are ready to begin that service, there will be some new rules in place, including social distancing, a requirement to wear a face covering, and a “no-lingering” rule in order to be able to serve as many people as possible as safely as possible. Staff will be routinely cleaning and disinfecting and will be required to maintain their distance from one another.
Week of June 19 – June 25, 2020
Summer 2020: Reopenings Reimagined and Cancellations
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Casino Hotel announced last week that harness racing will resume on Thursday, June 18, but no spectators are allowed at the track due to state guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fans can wager remotely on the races through Saratoga Casino Hotel’s online wagering platform, SaratogaBets.com, or on any other New York State approved online waging platform. Following the directive outlined by the New York State Gaming Commission and the New York State Department of Health, Saratoga Casino Hotel
developed new policies and procedures to reduce the risk of a COVID-19 outbreak and ensure the safety of employees, horsemen, and horses. Races will run two days a week, every Thursday and Sunday with a noon post time. The casino remains closed and is awaiting further guidance from the state regarding a reopen date for the entire property. • The Adirondack Balloon Festival, slated to take flight Sept. 17-20, has been grounded. The group plans to return Sept. 23-26, 2021. • The Washington County Fair, which was to take place Aug.
24-30 has been cancelled. Next year’s fair is planned for Aug. 23-29, 2021. •The Lake George Arts Project Summer Music Series and Jazz at the Lake have both been cancelled. The Summer Concert Series was scheduled for Wednesday nights in July and August and Jazz at the Lake was scheduled for September 19-20, both in Shepard Park in Lake George. A “Jazz at the Lake Reimagined program” - a series of hybrid events that combine performances and discussion with the artists is being coordinated. An announcement is anticipated regarding dates and times.
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MENANDS — The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS) has replaced its traditional gala with a virtual event. The Benson’s Pet Centers “Hope Grows Here” Gala for Animals will be streamed live on the Society’s Facebook page at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. The community is invited to participate at no charge. The event will be emceed by MHHS CEO Ashley Jeffrey Bouck and award-winning actor and entertainer Greg Aidala. WTEN’s Steve Caporizzo, host of Pet Connection, will be sharing
several of the Society’s most inspiring success stories. Those who wish to add dining to their virtual gala experience can order handcrafted, curbside pick-up meals for two from catering partner, Nicole’s Restaurant. Two three-course meal packages are available, one vegan, along with a choice of two specialty cocktails. Meals may be picked up on June 20, between 2:30 and 4:30 pm from either Nicole’s at 556 Delaware Avenue in Albany, or the National Museum of Dance at 99 S. Broadway in Saratoga Springs,
which was the originally planned site for the gala. Complete details about the event can be found here: mohawkhumane.org/ gala-animals-2020. The Society’s work is essential and throughout the COVID-19 pause it has continued to care for hundreds of animals and placed over 260 pets in new homes. The Society has also coordinated two large-scale pet food distributions of over 79,000 lbs. to pet owners and other humane organizations. Its Pet Food Pantry is always available for anyone needing assistance.
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MLK Saratoga JUNE 30 PANEL: P r e s e n t s Local Immigrants and the Livestream Consequences of COVID-19 Performances for SARATOGA SPRINGS — The experiences of low-income local immigrants during the COVID-19 pandemic will be explored in a live stream panel discussion at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. Panelists include Alberto Matos, Assistant Chaplain with the New York Race Track Chaplaincy at Saratoga Racecourse, and Joan Odess, Immigrant Services Manager for Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council (EOC). The moderator will be Terry Diggory, co-coordinator of the Saratoga Immigration Coalition, the event sponsor. The event is hosted by Caffe Lena as part of their community outreach effort. “The goal of the program is to inform the broader community about a particular group of community members who have been specially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,” Diggory said in a statement. Some are “essential workers” who face greater risk of exposure to the virus. Some have lost jobs in businesses (such as restaurants and hotels) that have been closed under pandemic restrictions. As immigrants, some do not qualify for government assistance
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Discussion: Local immigrants and the consequences of COVID-19 will be streamed live on June 30. Image provided.
programs that have been created in response to the pandemic. As service providers working directly with local immigrants, Matos and Odess have firsthand knowledge about these situations and the range of assistance that is available. The Saratoga Immigration Coalition is providing direct assistance through an emergency fund supported by donations to a GoFundMe campaign. Community members are invited to send questions to the panel in advance by email:
saratogaimmigration@gmail. com. During the program, questions can also be submitted in a live “chat” feature. Viewers may access the program through the events calendar on the Caffe Lena website (caffelena.org) or directly through the Caffe Lena YouTube channel. Access is free although donations are invited. Half of the proceeds will support the work of Caffe Lena and half will go to the Saratoga Immigration Coalition emergency fund in support of local immigrants.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Caffe Lena and MLK Saratoga present a livestream program featuring theatrical performances by Archie, D. Colin, Tim Martin, Aaron Moore, Julian Tushabe and Siobhan Shea. The program is a collaborative production of Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate New York, Creative Action Unlimited and Soul Session Edu-tainment, and will be hosted by local resident
Soulist Garland Nelson. On June 19, 1865, enslaved African-Americans in Galveston, Texas, were told they were free. The observance of June 19 – Juneteenth - is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. The local event takes place 7 – 9 p.m. Friday, June 19 and will be livestreamed via Caffelena.org. Donations will be shared with performing artists.
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Fresh Herbs
bring flavor and beauty to food
l i s Ba Green Herb Yogurt Dip
WILTON MALL Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m. Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.
by Julia Howard for Saratoga TODAY Photos by Pattie Garrett.
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t the farmers’ market, fragrant herb bouquets and pots spilling with over with leafy herb plants offer market-goers an abundance of culinary exploration. While common herbs do compliment specific foods, there are no rules for what to use them in. Fresh herbs may be mixed and matched to your liking. Common herbs can be put into two categories: woody herbs such as thyme, rosemary, and sage, and soft herbs such as basil, parsley, and cilantro. Woody herbs can be added earlier in the cooking process while soft herbs are commonly added towards the end of the cooking process or as a garnish. Herbs can be easily stored upright in a jar of water or between a damp paper towel in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Here are just some of the common herbs available on Wednesdays and Saturdays at the farmers’ market.
Basil is recognized by its glossy, pointed leaves and sweet-savory flavor. Basil pairs well with tomatoes, strawberries, mozzarella, beef, and shrimp.
Parsley is a mild bitter herb that many use as a garnish for food, but it helps dishes like stews achieve a more balanced flavor. As an added benefit, parsley can aid in digestion.
Cilantro
is a delicate citrusy herb most commonly used fresh at the end of cooking. Cilantro is popular in Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
Mint has a subtly sweet and peppery flavor, and it is used for a variety of culinary and medicinal purposes. Its powerful flavor compliments lamb, feta, mojitos, and even chocolate.
Dill is a delicate and feathery herb with slender
stems. Dill pairs with salmon, cucumber, and potatoes, and is commonly used in pickling mixtures, dressings, and egg dishes.
Chives have a subtly oniony flavor with hints of
garlic. Recognizable by its grass-like leaves and vibrant green color, chives make the perfect garnish for dishes with eggs or potatoes.
Thyme has small, pale green leaves and pungent
aroma that pairs well with hearty meat like pork and chicken. Thyme holds up well to heat and can be used during the cooking process.
Oregano
is a sweet, slightly peppery member of the mint family. This herb is commonly used in dishes like tomato sauce, yogurt sauce, and kebabs, and is a staple in Italian and Greek cuisine.
Rosemary
has been prized for its sturdy, aromatic sprigs and oil for centuries. Its needlelike leaves can be used for roasted vegetables, goat cheese, and even flavorful bundt cakes.
Sage is known for its fuzzy leaves and savory flavor
Yields: 6 servings
INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill*
• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt* (or full-fat plain yogurt*)
• 2 cloves garlic, grated
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint* • 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley*
• Zest of 1 lemon plus juice of 1/2 lemon • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Combine the yogurt, mint, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest and juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl and mix well; taste to check the seasonings. 2. Cover tightly and refrigerate until ready to serve. NOTES & TIPS: • Storing: You can make this ahead and refrigerate for 3-4 days. Do not freeze. • Variations: Mix and match herbs however you like by adding fresh chives, tarragon, or basil. You can also substitute apple cider vinegar for lime juice. If you want to add some heat to this dip, add a fresh jalapeno. Half the jalapeno, remove the seeds and ribs and chop finely.
with a peppery bite. Fresh sage leaves are commonly used in sausage and gnocchi. Sage can be cooked or fried as a garnish for squash.
• Using this dip: Dip in fresh veggies such as carrots, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes. If you love making salads, toss your greens in this dressing. Try using as a sauce for kebabs, grilled meat, or poultry. Or use as a topping for grilled vegetables or burrito bowls.
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays at the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Adapted from the recipe by Washington Post Going Out Guide, assistant editor Emily Codik.
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Hot Fudge Birthday! by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY
Hello my Foodie Friends ! June 16 was our daughter Aubrey’s birthday. It was also National Fudge Day! How old is Aubrey do you ask? Well, I’m not supposed to say but to me when I look at her, she is still five years old and she still would like more than the wrapping paper for a gift. Aubrey had a request that we use Sundae’s Best Hot Fudge for her Birthday dessert. In the past several months, we have all been sharing a lot of stay “in the house” family time, so her party was small. However, it was with those that made it sweet. Paula and I love to use products from family-owned businesses, especially if they are locally owned. Among our favorites is a wonderful product of Katie and Jeff from Sundae’s Best Hot Fudge Sauce, which is a product of Greenfield’s Greatest Food Company, Inc. They use only the very best ingredients including real chocolate and cocoa. They also use awardwinning NY State (Dake Family Owned) Stewarts® wholesome milk, cream and sweet butter. Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce is great on ice cream, fruit, cake, in recipes or just grab a spoon and dig in. Jeff ’s mom has been making this homemade hot fudge for family, friends and her church congregation for more than forty years...and she still does. Katie and her grandmother have had a Saratoga tradition enjoying hot fudge sundaes from ice cream shops since Katie
was a little girl. They’ve combined mom’s recipe with their love for hot fudge to offer Sundaes Best. Katie, Jeff, Paula, John and Aubrey encourage you to start a Sundae Tradition of your own. You should see the smiles from those that receive Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce as a gift. Did you see our Katie on Good Morning America on Saturday, June 13, 2020? Stop by our family-owned Compliments to the Chef, downtown Saratoga’s neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located on 33 Railroad Place to get some of Sundae’s Best Hot Fudge Sauce. Remember my Foodie Friends: “Life Happens in the Kitchen” especially when that special someone has chocolate to share.
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Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling
Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Latter, Former
Former refers to the first of two and latter the second of two (or last of many). Note that when you use these words, the reader must remember what was written. This can sometimes be annoying, so you might want to reconsider using these words. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com
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SARATOGA COUNTY — ‘Sundae’ on the Farm moved to online for the 2020 event. The community is welcomed to join from the comfort of their own home while the Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Saratoga County takes them on a pre-recorded tour of three local dairy farms, one of which is a Stewart’s Shops Producer. This fun family online activity,
‘Sundae” on the Farm will be released Fathers’ Day, Sunday June 21. It is the perfect way to get a closer look at Koval Brother’s Dairy, Turning Point Dairy, and Willow Marsh Farm. Meanwhile, the Stewart’s Shops throughout Saratoga County will be featuring the Farm footage in each of their shops. The ‘Sundae’ on the Farm
Virtual tour is brought to you by Saratoga County Agricultural Promotional Committee. The video will be shown on the CCE Saratoga County’s Ag Economic Development Program Facebook Page and the CCE Saratoga County website (ccesaratoga. org). For questions or general inquiries, please contact Nicolina Foti, nvf5@cornell.edu.
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