“Your happiness is now taken away from you, like my happiness was taken from me. But I have no fear of you anymore. We are moving in different directions.”
SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville Central School District’s Board of Education voted to adopt the $39.3 million 2024-2025 budget during an April 15 public meeting.
Acting Superintendent James Ducharme and Assistant Superintendent for Business Christine Burke presented the budget prior to the vote.
“This year’s budget has
been extremely difficult to navigate,” Ducharme said. “In January, when the governor first released the state budget showing the initial projected loss of 17.2% in foundation aid, in the amount of $2.2 million, to today, where we still do not have a state budget finalized.”
Ducharme said that the budget proposed that evening was a “best case scenario” in which all of the district’s foundation aid would be restored by the state.
Craig N. Ross Jr., in Saratoga County Court on April 17, 2024, as he was being sentenced to 47 years-to-life in prison.
Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos. See Story pg. 8
Contact The Saratoga County History Roundtable at: saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com
Our home sits on a small knoll within sight of Round Lake on English Road in the town of Clifton Park. The house, a true “fixer-upper” was solid but plain, without ornamentation of the Victorian houses in the nearby village of Round Lake. Built of timber frame construction on a loose stone foundation, insulation was sparse, and wildlife roamed in and out of the house, especially in the kitchen as the north wall was porous. Whatever work we did, we used the mid-nineteenth century as a benchmark stylistically but suspected that the house might be older.
We replaced the small front porch in 2019 and during the building permit process it was suggested that we apply to the Clifton Park Historic Preservation Commission to determine if the house should be put on the town’s register of Historic Places. A deed search by the town historian led to the discovery that the original 100-acre farm lot was purchased in 1797 by Henry Baker (17471834), a farmer from Halfmoon and his wife Hannah. I had by then started to take archaeology courses locally and had acquired enough research skills to roughly date the artifacts I found in the yard while gardening. I started to search for Henry Baker and found that he had been a Loyalist that had settled in Halfmoon after the Revolutionary War.
The 1797 deed lists the grantor of Lot three as Janet Smith and Harriet, widow and daughter of the Honorable William Smith (18 June 1728-6 December 1793), Esquire, a Loyalist, chief Justice of the Province of Lower Canada and previously the Chief Justice of New York from 1780-1782. The sale was facilitated by Janet’s son and lawyer William Smith III who had appointed Stephan Baynard of the town of Schenectady to act as their attorney. The lot was sold for a purchase price of 190 pounds. Because the first half of Lot two of the Ninth allotment had been surveyed in 1790, the Baker family may have lived on the property before the purchase date. The tax roll for the Town of Halfmoon in 1786 and 1788 indicates that Henry lived in the town and paid a tax of two pounds both years. In
1786, he paid taxes on the value of his real estate and personal estate. He was taxed in 1788 on the value of his real estate which was described as a farm, though it’s not clear if there was a house on the property at the time. The 1790 Town of Halfmoon census lists eight people in the household.
Henry Baker (Hendrich Becker) was a Palatine German and his family were Loyalists. His father Bastian Becker owned a farm on the Schoharie Kill in Albany County at the time of Tory uprising in the Mohawk Valley. Henry was his oldest son and with his father and brother Conrad (Coenrat) participated in a skirmish known as the Flockey on 13 August 1777. It is considered to be the first time that the Continental Army mounted a cavalry charge. After the Tory defeat, all three Beckers/Bakers fled to Oswego, New York and enlisted 18 August 1777 in Sir John Johnson’s Kings Royal Regiment’s First Battalion. The particulars of the Baker family involvement in the Uprising are provided by various original sources which listed all three in a group of forty-three men led by John McDonell Scotus who were planning to join British Colonel Barry St. Leger in his march east to Albany.
In 1786, Bastion (who had died in 1779), Henry and Conradt Baker were indicted and convicted for crimes against the state of New York and the family farm was confiscated. Their involvement in the Schoharie Uprising is collaborated by an enlistment date five days afterwards in John McDonell’s company. It is also mentioned in the narrative that Henry provided, as his father’s oldest son, to justify his claims for reimbursement of the loss of his father’s farm when he filed for reparations from the British government on February 9, 1787 in Montreal.
Under oath, Baker and a witness Andrew Sommers stated that he abandoned his farm on the Schoharie Creek when the rebellion broke out. He swore that he had joined Sir John Johnson at Oswego where he “served all the War.” After producing his discharge, he stated that he lived in the Fifth Township. His father died in the King’s service at Carleton Island and he was at Isle a Noix in 1783. The claim included
40 acres of cleared land, household furnishings, stock animals, and the farm’s harvest of wheat, corn, peas, oats and Indian corn. Six guns and a spinning wheel completed the list which totaled up to 461 pounds, six pence in New York currency. Witness Andrew Sommers supported Henry Baker and added that he knew the claimant’s father Bastion (sic) Baker and that he and his two sons “joined the British at first.” Sommers went on to state that he knew the lands on Schoharie Creek, bought “long before the war” and the claimant was the oldest son. He added that the stock was good and the land was valuable.
The second claim Henry Baker made for reparations from the British Government was dated 2nd March 1788. Under oath, he stated that he was “late of Schoharry (sic) in the County of Albany in the late Province of New York” but he resided in the Province of Quebec from 15 May 1783 to 25 March 1784 “doing a soldier’s duty,” in the First Royal Yorkers under Sir John Johnson’s command. Because of his service he was not able to apply for compensation for his losses which he estimates to be the same amount, “461 pounds and 6 shillings in New York currency is Fair and True to the best of his knowledge.” The resolution to the matter is on the outside of the packet. It states that “Henry Baker is late of Schoharie in the County of Albany now of the Fifth Township 15 April 1786 and referred for claim 19 June 1787.” It is signed in expansive script “Hearde.”
Henry Baker sold the farm in 1814. He is buried in the Prospect Hill Cemetery in Schuylerville, New York, in the family plot that includes his wife Anna, who died in 1799, and their son William and his wife and children. The large monument sits on a grindstone possibly from a mill owned by William and is close to the Battle of Saratoga monument. Knowing how Henry Baker came to buy the Lot three by claiming reparations for his prosperous farm on the Schoharie Creek illustrates how some Loyalists lost much for their allegiance to their king but with compensation for their losses they were able to start anew. We remain grateful caretakers of his legacy.
—A free advanced screening of PBS’ upcoming Revolutionary Road Trip episode featuring Saratoga County will take place 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22, at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs.
Produced by Travels with Darley in coordination with Saratoga: America’s Turning Point, Saratoga County Historian and Chair of the Saratoga County 250th Commission Lauren Roberts
National Historical Park is planning a series of prescribed fires. The areas to be burned this year include approximately 60 acres of grasses, shrubs, and woodlands on the hillsides and fields along the park tour road.
Depending on favorable weather and site conditions, the first burns could take place during the second or third week in April. Because certain prescription parameters must be met (including wind speed, relative humidity, fuel moisture, and drought index), it is not possible to precisely schedule prescribed fires in advance. Roads, visitor use facilities, and hiking trails may be temporarily closed while burns are underway. Notification of burns and closures will be posted the day of in the alerts section of
takes Emmy nominated host, producer, and writer, Darley Newman to fascinating local revolutionary sites and to some of the amazing amenities Saratoga County offers destination travelers during this Saratoga centric episode.
In addition to the Saratoga Battlefield and historic sites, the episode highlights local businesses including Adirondack Trust Co., Caffe Lena, Hatsational, Hattie’s, Impressions, Morrisey’s, Olde
Bryan Inn, Revolutionary Rail, Saratoga Apple, Saratoga Arms, Saratoga Tea & Honey, Stewart’s, and Walt & Whitman. Heading into the nation’s 250th anniversary, Saratoga County’s Revolutionary Road Trip episode will air in 97% of PBS national markets, including WMHT in the Capital Region, this spring. It will continue to air and stream across multiple services in future years, promoting Saratoga County as a premier
heritage tourism destination.
To attend the screening at UPH, register at www. saratoga250.com.
Start Time is 5:30 p.m., and the 25-minute episode screening will begin at 6:30 p.m. following brief introductory remarks.
For more information about Saratoga: America’s Turning Point, visit www. saratoga250.com.
Darley Newman, host of the PBS series “Travels with Darley,” enjoys a momentary pause at the Old Bryan Inn in Saratoga Springs during a five-day visit last September to film segments for the series about the American Revolution. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
WILTON – Wilton Wildlife
and 21 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
the park’s website and on social media.
Prescribed fire is an approved tool for natural resource management throughout the National Park System and is part of Saratoga National Historical Park’s fire management program. The primary objectives of the prescribed fire program are: restoration and perpetuation of scenic and cultural landscapes, including native plant species; reduction of wildland fuel loading; and enhancement of wildlife habitat.
Assistance may be provided by firefighters from other National Park Service units, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the New York State Forest Rangers and The Albany Pine Bush Preserve.
Preserve & Park offers “naturally” fun programs with a full week of outdoor programs scheduled for all ages.
The 25 miles of trails owned by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Saratoga County, and the Town of Wilton are always open to the public. As a bonus, the Historic Cornell Fire Tower will be open on April 20
Orra Phelps Preserve Spring Wildflower Walks on Sunday, April 21, 10 -11 a.m. and 1 – 2 p.m. Take a hike with our educators to learn new information about wildflowers blooming, and other sights and sounds of spring at one of Saratoga PLAN’s trails.
Nature on the Move on Monday, April 22, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Come enjoy nature with
others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up.
Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org.
Patrick “Bud” Lynch, Jr. was born and raised in Saratoga Springs, New York by Eugene Sr. and Inez Betts Lynch, along with 3 caring sisters. At St. Peter’s School and Academy, “Bud” was better known for speedskating, sports and socializing than for studies. During summers he worked at the famed Saratoga Racecourse leveling the track in the tractor, mucking out stalls, and dishing tips to his father before bets closed. He graduated from Providence College in 1966 and shortly thereafter answered the call to serve in the United States Army. While posted in Arlington, Virginia, Gene met the love of his life, Karen Dee Renzulli of Fairfield, Connecticut. They married in 1969 and eventually settled in Hartford, where they raised their
daughter Tracy and son Kevin.
Gene worked as a medical salesman, Mobil Oil station manager and later at WireMold, East Granby High School and H & R Block. In addition to family and career, Gene served greater Hartford on the board of the Connecticut Science Center and was a volunteer and donor to many other civic and charitable causes. Gene’s leisure passion was spending time at the Connecticut shore with his loved ones.
Gene passed peacefully in his sleep the morning of Good Friday, March 29, 2024. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister Janice Hannon, and is survived by sisters Colleen Lynch of New Brunswick and Margaret Lynch of Saratoga Springs, his devoted wife Karen of Hartford, children Tracy of Hartford and Kevin of Atlanta, Georgia, grandchildren Hollie and Walker Lynch of Atlanta, and too many cousins and nephews to list.
A memorial celebration will be held at Sheehan Hilborn Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue, on Friday April 26, with a gathering at 1 p.m. and a brief remembrance at 2 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in Gene’s honor to Salvation Army Greater Hartford.
SARATOGA SPRINGS –Lou Ann Santora, 82, passed away on April 8, 2024. Calling hours were held Friday, 4/12/24 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, 4/13/24 at St. Clement’s Church, followed by burial St. Peter’s Cemetery. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com
WILTON – Joseph J. Casertino died April 11. A funeral service was held April 18 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours were held prior to the service. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on April 19 in Greenridge Cemetery. For online condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare. com
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– Ellen Marie Phillips, 63, passed away on April 13, 2024. Calling hour 10 – 11 a.m., Friday 4/19/2024 at Church of St. Peter followed by Funeral Service at 11:00 at the Church. Burial following St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to the no-kill shelters of your preferred choice. Visit www.burkefuneralhome.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS –Jerry Grolley, Jr. died April 11. A funeral service was held on April 16 at Compassionate Funeral Care, Saratoga Springs. Calling hours were held prior to the service. Burial took place at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Saratoga Springs. For online condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare. com
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– Myla R. Hoffman passed away on April 12, surrounded by her beloved family at her residence. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY. For online condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare. com
SARATOGA SPRINGS –Katherine Patterson died April 17. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on April 21 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours: 12 noon to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside service: 9 a.m. April 22 in Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. For online condolences visit www. compassionatefuneralcare. com
Brad C. Cittadino, 49, of Stillwater, was sentenced April 11 to 3 years incarceration and 2 years post-release supervision, after pleading to criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third-degree, a felony.
Matthew T. McGraw, 43, of Clifton Park, was sentenced April 11 to 5 years of probation, after pleading to unlawful surveillance in the second-degree, a felony, in connection with events that occurred in the towns of Moreau, Clifton Park, and Halfmoon in 2023.
Matthew W. Breen, 56, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded April 10 to sexual abuse in the firstdegree, a felony, charged May 2023 in Saratoga Springs. Sentencing June 26.
Timothy Perkins, 35, of Columbia, Kentucky, pleaded April 10 to criminal sexual act in the first-degree, a felony, charged June 2023 in Wilton. Sentencing June 26.
Shannon A. Welch, 39, of Moreau, was sentenced April 9 to 1 year incarceration and 1 year post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted
criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifthdegree, charged December 2022 in Moreau.
Erica M. Twiss, 52, of Troy, pleaded April 9 to felony DWI, charged November 2023 in Waterford. Sentencing June 18.
On April 9 at 10:50 a.m., the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible deceased person at a residence on Middle Line Road in the town of Milton. Investigation into the matter led to the arrest of Ronald G. Rayher, 69, of Milton and the charges of manslaughter in the 2nd degree (class C felony) and tampering with physical evidence (class E felony). It is alleged that Rayher recklessly caused the death of another person on April 5, 2024, at his home in the town of Milton.
The victim was identified as Thomas J. Krider, 40, of Ticonderoga. Krider had been reported as a missing person on April 6, 2024 in Ticonderoga. It is also alleged that Rayher tampered with and suppressed evidence after the incident.
Rayher was arraigned at the Milton Town Court and sent to the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of bail, bond, or partially secured bond pending further action in the matter. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the New York State Police Forensic Identification Unit, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, and the Ticonderoga Police Department.
Alex C. Sims, 34, of Corinth, was charged with two counts of rape in the 3rd degree (class E felonies), the Saratoga Country Sheriff’s Office announced April 15. It is alleged that on Feb. 20, and March 10, in the town of Greenfield, Sims engaged in sexual intercourse with another person and did so without such person’s consent by reason of some factor other than incapacitation. Sims was arraigned at Malta Town Court and sent to the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of bail pending further action in the matter.
The New York State Police issued more than 21,500 tickets during this year’s ‘Operation Hang Up’ traffic enforcement period, which
took place from April 1 to April 8 and targeted drivers using electronic devices while behind the wheel.
In the Troop G Albany Region, this included 1,667 total tickets.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nationwide in 2022, 3,308 people were killed in crashes caused by distracted driving.
During the April 2023 Operation Hang Up campaign, State Police issued more than 23,000 total tickets, including 4,246 tickets for distracted driving. The tickets written were a combination of talking on a cell phone without a hands-free device, texting, or using an electronic device while driving.
On April 9, 2024, State Police charged Nicholas J. Mcgraw, 30, of Watervliet, with Assault in the third-degree, after Troopers responded to the parking garage entrance of P2 at the Capital in Albany, for the report of a physical altercation. The investigation determined Mcgraw and a victim were reportedly in a road rage incident, which resulted in contact and damage to each of their vehicles while on I-787 in Menands, police said. Mcgraw followed the victim to the location where he allegedly removed the driver from their vehicle and assaulted them. The victim was transported to Albany Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. Mcgraw was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Albany City Court on May 6, and released.
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BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers will hold the following free virtual career workshops during April:
April 18 at 11 a.m.: Completing Job Applications. Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.
April 19 at 10:30 a.m.:
Networking. Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking. Facilitated by Warren and Albany.
April 23 at 11 a.m.: Overcoming Barriers. Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health
concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Facilitated by Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie.
April 23 at 1:30 p.m.: Social Media. Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career you’ve always wanted. Facilitated by Schenectady.
April 30 at 11 a.m.: Transferable Skills. Transferable skills are qualities you have already acquired that can be used
in a different job. Learn how to make employers see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer’s problem. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.
Registration is required for all workshops. Visit https://thejoblink.org/calendar/ to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at (518) 884-4170 for more information. The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign.
The City of Saratoga Springs is launching a Clean Energy Communities Electric Vehicle (EV) Campaign.
The campaign will provide residents with information on the benefits of driving electric vehicles compared to conventional internal combustion engine cars. It will also connect them with the New York State Drive Clean Rebate program and purchase incentives available through the federal Inflation Reduction Act.
Community partners for this campaign include Sustainable Saratoga, the Saratoga Springs Public Library, Skidmore’s Office of Sustainability, and the Capital Region Clean Energy Hub.
The campaign will be
supported by an EV Car Show which will take place at the Case Center on the campus of Skidmore College on April 13 as part of the Saratoga Sustainability Fair. Attendees will be able to view a variety of EV models, talk with car owners about what it’s like to own and drive an EV, and get information on state and federal purchase incentives.
Saratoga Springs was recognized as a Clean Energy Community in 2018 after completing several highimpact clean energy actions and has earned $60,000 in match-free grant funding through the program. Successful completion of Tier 1 of the EV Campaign will earn the city an additional $5,000 in funding and 200 points toward more Clean Energy Community grants.
Commissioner of Finance, Minita Sanghvi, brought forward a city council resolution in support of the campaign earlier this month.
The city supports EV drivers by managing two publicly accessible dual port charging stations. One is located in the Woodlawn/
Conley Way parking garage and the other can be found in the Woodlawn/ Walton Avenue Parking Deck. In addition, the City Center parking garage hosts a total of 8 DC fast charging stations that are part of the New York Power Authority’s Evolve NY program.
ALBANY — WMHT Public Media, a multichannel public communications organization serving Eastern New York and Western New England, has announced the promotion of Shantel Destra to managing editor and host of its Emmy Award-winning public affairs program New York NOW, which airs on PBS stations across New York state.
A Brooklyn native, Destra joined New York NOW in August 2023 as a multimedia journalist. Since then, she has covered a wide range of issues – from housing and healthcare, to birth control access and women’s rights, to New York’s budget process
and negotiations – interviewing elected officials and policymakers involved in critical decisions that affect all New Yorkers. Prior to joining New York NOW, Destra covered national politics and public policy issues that affect New York as a reporter for City & State.
New York NOW airs Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on WMHT in the Capital Region and throughout the weekend on PBS affiliates across New York. The full schedule can be viewed at https://nynow.wmht. org/schedule/ New York NOW is also freely available to stream online and via the PBS video app.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The inaugural Healthy Saratoga Weekend takes place this weekend.
Discover Saratoga is presenting the event, showcasing the abundance of health and wellness offerings throughout Saratoga County.
Healthy Saratoga Weekend features rejuvenating spa experiences to invigorating outdoor activities, farm-totable cuisine, and everything in-between.
“This event truly embodies our community’s unwavering dedication to health and wellness. We invite everyone to join us in exploring the diverse array of health and wellness offerings in our vibrant county by visiting participating businesses,” said Discover Saratoga President, Darryl Leggieri in a statement.
The weekend event features the Mind Body Soul Market 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 at 37 High Rock Ave. – located
Healthy Saratoga Weekend.
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— In recognition of SaratogaREADS! 20th Anniversary, Saratoga Springs Public Library asked the community to reach into the archives and vote to revisit one the previous community read selections.
event, SaratogaREADS! and Skidmore College welcome two members of Henrietta Lacks’ family to Saratoga Springs, streaming to an in-person audience at Skidmore’s Gannett Auditorium, 2-3 p.m. Saturday, April 20 (rescheduled from March 23).
By popular vote, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot was chosen. Through SaratogaREADS! programming, the library delved into a variety of the book’s themes over the last month - sexism, racism, classism, poverty, inequality, ethics, medicine, and more.
For this year’s capstone on the bottom level of the City Center parking garage and Flat Rock Park next to the garage. Free events will be presented with local artisans featuring health, wellness & holistic modalities, crystals, food, live music, workshops and more.
On Sunday, April 21 the Mind Body Soul Expo takes place 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Saratoga
Springs City Center, located at 522 Broadway. The event is open to the public and features free admission to the wellness, health and holistic expo. For more information about Healthy Saratoga Weekend and to see a complete list of participants, visit www. discoversaratoga.org/events/ healthy-saratoga-weekend/.
Lacks’ great-grandaughter, Victoria Baptiste and daughterin-law, Shirley Lacks will participate in a conversation about Henrietta’s legacy. This event does not require tickets or pre-registration, is open to all, and refreshments will be served.
For more information about SaratogaREADS!, please visit www.saratogareads.org.
BALLSTON SPA — “Your happiness is now taken away from you, like my happiness was taken from me. But I have no fear of you anymore. We are moving in different directions.”
The words of the 9-year survivor of a kidnapping and assault that occurred last fall echoed across a packed
Saratoga County courtroom
April 17, after the reading of her victim impact statement.
Craig N. Ross Jr., the 47-year-old man who abducted the girl, was sentenced to serve 47 yearsto-life in state prison, after pleading to kidnapping in the first-degree, and predatory sexual assault against a child. Offered the opportunity to express remorse in front of the girl’s family, Ross declined to do so.
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The girl was with her family and enjoying a bike ride in Moreau Lake State Park when Ross approached and asked her to help him find something in his truck.
“What began as an idyllic day on September 30, 2023 turned into a living nightmare,” Saratoga County Judge James A. Murphy III told the packed courtroom where about 100 people wedged into eight long pew-like rows - more than one dozen uniformed members of law enforcement and Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen, among them.
Once in reach, Ross snatched the girl, taking off with her in his truck and confining her in the kitchen cabinet of his camper after he reached his destination in Milton.
“Ross began a pattern of sexual, emotional and physical abuse so horrific that this court dare not speak of the details,”
Judge Murphy said.
“Because of you I can’t sleep at night. Why did you do what you did?” reads the girl’s victim impact statement. “It bothered me that you took advantage of me being nice.”
Ross was arrested Oct. 2, following the issue of an AMBER alert, and the discovery of a ransom note left in the family mailbox of the abducted girl’s home. Fingerprints on the letter were entered into the New York State database and a match was made involving a DWI in 1999 in Saratoga Springs.
The subsequent investigation led authorities to the camper in Milton where the girl was located by state police, and Ross taken into custody.
“This case drew national and international attention because quite simply it shocks the conscience,” Judge Murphy said, while announcing the 47-year sentence based on the two felony charges.
The girl’s mother read
her own statement inside the courtroom. “There will never be a sentence that will be sufficient for what you did to my daughter,” she said, her voice cracked with emotion, her hands tensely turning over a tissue in her hands.
“I don’t understand why people like you do the things you do,” the mother continued. “You took something from my daughter that cannot be replaced. And I don’t forgive you for that. You don’t deserve forgiveness.”
Ross, wearing a green flannel shirt and shackles that wrapped around his torso, stared at a fixed spot in the distance where a vacant table stood, visually expressing no emotion and saying little.
“You probably hope that this will affect me the rest of my life,” reads the girl’s statement. “I was in prison for 2-1/2 days and now you will be in prison for 47 years. You will crumble and I will be standing tall.”
BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors during its monthly meeting on April 16 expressed its intent to create a Local Law that authorizes property owners to request the removal of unlawful occupants from dwellings.
The potential law’s stated purpose “is to protect owners of dwellings in Saratoga County from unlawful occupants commonly referred to as ‘squatters’ and to protect lawful occupants of dwellings from unlawful evictions.”
“The unlawful property and intruder law is in relation to the stories we’ve seen publicized, both in New York State and around different parts of the country,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Phil Barrett. “Generally known as squatters, these are people that take over peoples’ homes, set up shop and decide to live there.”
According to a draft of the proposed law, an “unlawful occupant” is defined as “a person who knowingly enters or remains unlawfully in a dwelling having entered the dwelling without permission of a party entitled to possession.”
Barrett said he has asked county attorneys to draft
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—Saratoga Springs School
District residents have approved a tax levy of $5,363,013 to operate the Saratoga Springs Public Library in FY 2024-25. The vote tally: 185 yes, 17 no.
The library serves the residents of the Saratoga Springs City School District, and funds for the library are collected when school taxes are collected. The proposed FY 24-25 budget contains a 1.5% increase over the amount levied in FY 23-24. An estimated $1,499,095 will be available from sources other than FY 24-25 property taxes. The tax
amount for public library purposes appears as a separate item on school district tax bills.
“We thank all those who came out to vote.” said Library Board President Katie Capelli, in a statement. “We’ve just completed another busy year, including making progress toward the goals set out in our long-range service plan, and we continue to expand our collections, programs, and services. We are delighted by the public’s ongoing support, and look forward to continuing to serve the changing needs of our community.”
legislation for supervisors to consider.
Additionally stated, the draft explains the proposed law “does not mean a person who entered the dwelling upon consent of a party entitled to possession even if the consent is later revoked including: tenants whose oral or written lease has expired; family members who have been in the dwelling unit for at least 30 days; roommates or other licensees of tenants and occupants who have been in the dwelling unit for at least 30 days, or workers who have been provided housing as part of their job.”
To request the immediate
removal of an unlawful occupant of a dwelling, the property owner would need to submit an affidavit to law enforcement that lists 27 points, including that they had directed the unauthorized persons to leave the dwelling, but the person(s) had not done so.
Once the claim has been verified, law enforcement may then take the unlawful occupants into custody and may bring them before a local court judge to face applicable charges, including trespassing.
“We’ve had instances of this in the past in the county, and it probably will become more prevalent,” Barrett said.
“It’s become increasingly concerning because it’s clearly a coordinated effort. There are organizations working to identify vacant properties and they have people they send in to take over that property.“
A Public Hearing regarding the proposal will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday May 14, at the next county Board of Supervisors meeting. A vote may follow. Meetings are held at the county complex in Ballston Spa.
If approved, the local law is slated to go into effect 60 days after being adopted.
Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 16 Linden Ct to Bradleigh Wilson for $472,158
Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 6 Appleton St to Kristina Guernsey for $553,391
Vincent Monaco sold property at Dominic Dr to
BBL Ridgeback Self Storage LLC for $300,000
Richard Herrmann sold property at Lot 4 & 5 Bliss Rd to James Snyder for $112,500,000
Stephen Signore sold property at 2558 NYS Rt 29 to Deutsche Bank National Trust for $213,331
ANW Holdings Inc sold property at 36 Middle Grove Rd to Patrick Tirado for $168,000
Ernest Johnson sold property at 21 Lady Slipper Lane to Samuel Ellis for $130,000
Ashley Gardner sold property at 8 Rosebay Rd to Stephen Schneider for $540,500
Bert Grandin sold property at 15 Limirik Lane to Katelyn Matthews for $284,900
Monique Boulet sold property at 18 Skylark Dr. to Sierra Desany for $444,000
Randolph Flannery sold property at 74 South St to Laura Flannery for $220,000
Kelly Feldman sold property at 27 Red Coach Trail to Zhao Xiude for $328,000
Allison Burak sold property at 513 Rt 32 to Dennis Ormond for $489,000
Scott Turner sold property at 455 NYS Rt 32S to Julia Garmand for $275,000
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Rehab a Home LLC sold property at 247 Nelson Ave to James Shukal for $1,350,000 Rachid Daoui sold property at 2 Lakeview Rd to Corrin Genoves for $835,000
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development sold property at 15 Hopeful Lane to REO Home Services for $215,000.
REO Home Services LLC sold property at 15 Hopeful Lane to 2 Island Girlz LLC for $235,000.
Forest Grove LLC sold property at 26 Daintree Dr to Cheryl Kirkendall for $549,871
Cascade Funding Mortgage Trust sold property at 9 Old Saratoga Rd to John Delisle for $130,000.
Hans Elmer sold property at 40 Damascus Dr to Lush Properties #1 LLC for $355,000.
William Becker sold property at 15 Berkeley Loop to Casey Kear for $840,000
Shelley Fredericks sold property at 1 Nicklaus Dr to Connor Kane for $505,000.
MALTA — At an “Inside Malta” event last week at the Malta Community Center, a panel of local business leaders discussed the town’s rapid recent growth, its housing and infrastructure issues, and its “very bright” future.
Cindy Quade, a real estate broker and the owner of Signature ONE Realty Group, said she’s seen Malta transform from a “sleeper town” to one filled with amenities such as restaurants, nightlife, grocery stores, and shopping. “We have absolutely everything anybody needs right here,” she said.
Daniel Arnoff, Chief Relationship Officer of Arnoff Moving and Storage, agreed. In the last seven or eight years, Arnoff said that by observing Malta’s growth, “it’s clear to us that we’re not slowing down any time soon.”
“There’s other towns where there’s an instant door slamming in your face, and the door here couldn’t be any more wide open for business,” Arnoff said. “I think the trajectory that we’re on is a very bright one.”
Much of the town’s development has revolved around GlobalFoundries, a semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Malta. After receiving more than $2 billion in federal and state investments earlier this year, the company announced plans to build a new microchip fabrication plant, which it expects will create more than 10,000 new jobs.
Recently, GlobalFoundries donated $1 million to Hudson Valley Community College. The gift will go towards building a new Applied Technology Education Center (ATEC) on the college’s campus in Troy. ATEC will be an $85 million workforce training center that aims to prepare graduates for in-demand careers in semiconductor manufacturing and other industries.
Admar Semedo, Director and HR Site Lead at GlobalFoundries Fab 8, said the donation was not just about creating a headline. “It’s because we see the value in what Hudson Valley is doing and what that building is going to do,” Semedo said, “not just for GlobalFoundries but for the other companies in this room.”
Dr. Jonathan Ashdown,
executive dean of Hudson Valley Community College North, said part of his institution’s objective is to keep youth in the area after they receive their training. He said he wants graduates to “stick around and help the economy; not only just survive, but thrive.”
But there are some hurdles when it comes to young adults living in Malta, or
Saratoga County at large. “We can train them but if they don’t stick around, if they don’t have the housing, if we don’t figure stuff like that out, they’re going to go elsewhere,” Dr. Ashdown said.
Malta, like much of Saratoga County, has an unfriendly housing market for first-time buyers. High interest rates, low inventory, and competitive all-cash bidding wars have made owning a home an increasingly difficult prospect.
Quade said there were only four homes currently for sale in Malta. “There’s not a lot to choose from,” she said. Quade called for legislation that could benefit first-time buyers.
In addition to housing
issues, Quade also cited infrastructure as a concern. “Surprisingly, we’re still well and septic on a lot of properties,” she said, “so having infrastructure, utilities, things like that, would help.”
“The beauty of this area is the community and its people,” Quade said. “The challenge is preserving it while growing.”
The “Inside Malta” event was hosted by the Chamber of Southern Saratoga County and supported by the Malta Business Community Alliance committee.
Attendees included Town Supervisor Cynthia Young, a representative from Congressman Paul Tonko’s office, and additional townwide elected officials.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — James & Sons Tobacconists in downtown Saratoga Springs is hosting an event that will feature Joseph R. Gannascoli, an
actor best known for playing Vito Spatafore in the classic HBO series “The Sopranos.”
According to a social media post shared by the company, Gannascoli will be signing copies of his book, “A Meal to Die For: A Culinary Novel of Crime.” The meet-and-greet event will take
place at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, the first day of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival.
Also attending the event will be Moe ElAraby, the New York/ New Jersey sales representative for Tatuaje Cigars, and Dave Peters of LNJ Brands, who will be doing a Rocavaka vodka tasting.
SARATOGA SPRINGS
– The next Veterans Business Council Meet and Greet is scheduled for Tuesday, April 23 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Saratoga Springs History Museum. The free event is hosted by the Veterans Business Council of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.
The meet and greet is open to all veterans and those who work with and support veterans. Attendees will have the opportunity to make valuable connections and listen to guest speakers
Frank McClement (director of the Saratoga County Veterans Service
Agency) and James Parillo (executive director of the Saratoga Springs History Museum).
Advance registration is requested. Anyone who would like to attend can secure their spot
by registering online at chamber.saratoga.org/events/details/ vbc-meet-and-greet-event-42031.
The Saratoga Springs History Museum is located at 1 East Congress St. in Congress Park.
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— The Wesley Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Wesley Community in Saratoga Springs, will host its annual “Party Under the Palms” gala at the Lodge at Saratoga Casino Hotel on Saturday, May 11 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support Wesley Healthcare Center’s Life Enrichment Program, which provides social and therapeutic activities for Wesley residents.
The gala will include dinner and live music by Jukebox Rebellion USA. Featured auction items include a six-person reserved picnic table (with admission) for the sold-out
Belmont Stakes Racing Festival on Saturday, June 8 and Friday, June 7, courtesy of The New York Racing Association.
“The Party Under the Palms will raise critical funding and allow us to continue to provide the highest standard of services to our residents and their families now and in the future,” said Wesley Community CEO J. Brian Nealon in a statement.
Tickets for Party Under the Palms are $175 per person or $350 per couple. Reservations are required and can be made at www.thewesleycommunity. org/gala. The Lodge at Saratoga Casino Hotel is located at 1 Nelson Ave. in Saratoga Springs.
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“The most difficult aspect of our budget presentation tonight is laying out our reduction in staff,” Ducharme said. “Our decisions and discussions were not easy.”
The budget included cutting some full-time employees, including three elementary school teachers, the elementary school’s dean of students, and the director of curriculum, instruction, and professional development.
Due to these cuts, elementary school class sizes will increase from about 17 students per class to 18. Student to teacher ratios are also expected to increase, from 11:1 to 12:1.
During public comments, a speaker praised the director of curriculum. “You have no clue what the value is, I don’t think, of this woman,” the man said before being interrupted by a round of applause from the audience. “I urge you, that’s
not a person this district wants to lose,” he said before another round of applause.
“I don’t want them to be a budget line item of three elementary teachers and one dean of students,” said Peter, a fourth-grade teacher. “You need to understand that those are people that you have just lost as a school district.”
Other speakers expressed concerns over the staffing cuts, as well as Schuylerville’s ability to compete with nearby districts’ teacher salaries.
The total 24-25 budget of $39,368,542 represents a 2.62% increase from fiscal year 23-24. The biggest cost increase was health insurance, which climbed 17.25% from the previous year.
Now that the board has adopted the budget, a budget hearing will be held on Tuesday, May 7 at 6 p.m., followed by a budget vote and board of education election on Tuesday, May 21 from 12 p.m. until 9 p.m.
by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY
BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District is launching a revamped version of its website, www.bscsd. org, this month. A message on the district’s homepage notified visitors that the site will be under construction throughout April.
Stuart Williams, the community relations coordinator for the district, said the new site was
a major project and district goal. It had been planned for “quite awhile,” he told Saratoga TODAY.
At the April 10 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Gianleo Duca said the district chose a new vendor for the site. Despite a few “hiccups” and a delayed launch, Dr. Duca said he was “very proud of the website.”
The district requests that any questions, additions, edits, or content be emailed to the site’s webmaster at BSCSDWebmaster@ bscsd.org.
On April 11, Saratoga Springs City School District residents approved the public library’s 2024-2025 budget by a vote of 185 to 17. The library’s total operating budget for 2024-2025 is $6,862,108. Of that amount, $5,363,013 will be collected in school district property taxes.
The budget includes a significant increase in spending on
capital projects, from $200,000 in fiscal year 23-24 to $800,000 in 24-25. According to the library, those funds will go towards replacing the elevator,
improving space for the Saratoga Room’s archival collections, and upgrading/expanding meeting rooms and program spaces.
GANSEVOORT — The Northeast Construction Trades Workforce Development Coalition is hosting a vertical garden building event that will allow local female students in grades 10-12 to turn a pile of wood into a home fixture.
On Friday, May 3 from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Whitbeck Training Center in Gansevoort, materials and tools will be provided to students who will be supervised in the use of various tools to construct their vertical
gardens. Around 15 or more highschoolers are expected to participate. The gardens will be on display and for sale at the Parade of Homes the weekends of June 1 and June 8. The event is sponsored by the Annemarie Mitchell Legacy Fund. Lunch and refreshments will be available. The Whitbeck Training Center is located at 4728 Route 50. For more information, contact sratti@northvillecsd.org.
BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District is facing a hefty cost increase in its utilities budget for the upcoming 2025 school year. In 2024, the district had $981,800 budgeted. For 2025, that number is expected to increase by 44% to $1,414,000.
Earlier this month, the district received bid results for utilities. Brian Sirianni, Clerk of the Board and Records Access Officer, called the figures “a shocker” during a budget presentation at the April 10 Board of Education meeting.
Sirianni said that the last bid was issued during the summer and
fall of 2020, when the COVID19 pandemic caused economies across the globe to shut down. The district has been living with those low rates since then. “That’s over,” Sirianni said.
Sirianni said he’s hoping the
area will experience a warm winter next year. “Everybody keep your fingers crossed and hope for that warm winter and we’ll be fine,” he said. “If it gets really cold, you’re going to see me being very nervous.”
SATURDAYS
9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
WILTON MALL FOOD COURT
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market started in 1978 in a parking lot with a group of farmers who came together to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to the community. It has grown into a year-round awardwinning farmers’ market that serves the greater area with locally grown and produced goods.
The farmers’ market has become a small business incubator with a strong sense of community and camaraderie. Through the years, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market has also become a source contributing to food security through the SNAP and Fresh Connect programs and partners with local organizations like the Comfort Food Community.
As the market continues to grow and has begun to host community festivals, there is an increased need for volunteer support to assist with special events and routine needs. They have a small but mighty team of volunteers: The Friends of the Market. Although the vendors contribute throughout the season in various ways, as the market grows, so does the need for volunteers. The Friends of the Market helps to:
• Assist at the information booth.
• Provide directional and informational support at the market(s).
• Provide vendor relief and guest support.
• Support specific programming and festival activities.
• Assist with light setup and breakdown.
If you are interested in volunteering, please email the market at sfma.manager@gmail.com. The board will be recruiting now through mid-May
before a volunteer appreciation gathering.
While the market at High Rock opens May 1st, its first community festival, The Festival of Lanterns, is scheduled for June 1st. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market, a 501(c)3 organization, is planning a series of fundraising efforts to support the composting program, educational outreach, a summer kids club, and community events. You can support the market with a $25 donation or amount of choice by visiting the market on Saturday or emailing sfma.manager@gmail.com for more information.
Here is a list of the Saratoga Farmers’ Markets coming up this season.
• Monday Market at Clifton Park (June through October)
• Wednesday Market at High Rock Park (May through October)
• Saturday Market at High Rock Park (May through October)
• Indoor Market at Wilton Mall (November through April)
The Saratoga Farmers Market is 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays in the food court of the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for previews of what’s fresh.
YIELDS: 4 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 25 min
*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pound potatoes, sliced about 1/2 inch in thickness*
• 3 garlic cloves, minced*
• 1 tsp thyme, chopped*
• 1 tsp rosemary, chopped*
• 1 tsp oregano, chopped*
• 2 NY strip steaks*
• salt and pepper
Garlic Butter Compound:
• 1/4 cup softened butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced*
• 1 tsp thyme, chopped*
• 1 tsp rosemary, chopped*
• 1 tsp oregano, chopped*
1. In a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and butter, potatoes, garlic, thyme, rosemary and oregano. Cook for about 3 minutes, stir and cook an additional 3 minutes or until fork tender. Remove and set on a plate.
2. Turn the skillet to high heat. Add the steaks. Cook on each side for 3 minutes or until outside is browned. Reduce heat to medium-high. Cook the steaks to desired doneness. Mine took about 10 minutes flipping 3 times to get a medium well.
3. Right before the steaks are done, make the garlic butter compound. Mix the butter, garlic and fresh chopped herbs. Slather on top of steaks. Add the potatoes back to the pan and heat through and let the butter melt into the steaks.
Recipe by Alyssa Rivers of The Recipe Critic
Photos by Pattie Garrett by Jodie Fitz for Saratoga TODAY
by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY
Think about how a compliment has affected you. It probably made you feel a little bit better than you already did. As most people know, being nice to someone goes a long way. Compliments work the same way; a compliment can really turn someone’s day around. While compliments may seem simple, they can have a large impact on you and the people around you, creating a ripple of positivity. Giving compliments is easy, socially productive and only gives positive feelings. It has no drawbacks.
I love the name of our store “Compliments to the Chef.” When you enjoy great
service at a restaurant, it’s easy to thank your server by leaving a generous tip. Thanking the kitchen staff for a great meal, however, is more of a gray area. Most people tell a server to send their “compliments to the chef,” but what does that even mean?
In movies like “Ratatouille,” it’s a pivotal moment in the chef’s life. Chefs are artists and technicians, passionate about creating dishes that provide pleasure, comfort, and sustenance. They work in environments that are often intense and demanding, using their skills, creativity, and hard work to produce culinary delights. There is nothing like a meal prepared with love. It
is even scientifically proven that food prepared with love and passion tastes much better. Chefs sometimes spend hours in the kitchen to prepare something delicious for you. It gives them a good feeling that their work is appreciated and they love to receive compliments for it (don’t we all?). At home or at a friend’s place, we do that easily. But in a restaurant, where the chef is hidden in his/her kitchen, it is more difficult.
Make the effort – even at a restaurant – to give the chef a sincere compliment. If you can’t tell them in person, maybe you can drop a card along with your payment? It
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 8 garlic cloves, crushed
• 4 dozen littleneck clams
• 2 cups dry white wine
• 2 jarred roasted red peppers, drained
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 pound Swiss chard or collard greens, stemmed and chopped (8 cups)
• Kosher salt
• Pepper
• 1/2 pound spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup grated ParmigianoReggiano cheese, plus more for garnish
1. In a large pot, heat 1/4 cup of the oil. Add half of the garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the clams. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Cover and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, 5-7 minutes; as the clams open, transfer them to a baking sheet. Discard any unopened clams. Strain the cooking liquid through a sieve into a blender. Add the roasted peppers and puree until smooth.
2. Wash out the pot, then heat the remaining 1/4 cup of oil in it. Add the remaining garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the crushed red pepper and Swiss chard in batches until the chard is just wilted, about 3 minutes. Stir in the roasted pepper broth and season with salt and pepper.
will bring a smile to their face! Whether they’re an acclaimed restaurant chef, a local bistro cook, or even a friend or family member who loves to share their culinary creations, chefs deserve recognition for their efforts. At Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store, we would like to compliment all of the chefs in our local community and to all of the chefs in our homes who show their love everyday by making our meals
and creating those dishes that feed our souls.
Make sure to “compliment the chef,” complement each other (it is ok). Find the good in something and let that person know about it. A compliment goes a long way.
Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”
3. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente; drain. Add the pasta to the Swiss chard mixture along with the butter, lemon zest, lemon juice and the 1/2 cup of grated cheese. Add the clams and toss to heat through. Transfer the pasta and broth to shallow bowls, garnish with grated cheese and serve.
Recipe courtesy of Food & Wine at foodandwine.com
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
Propagating MattersRevolutionary Teas
Brookside Museum, 21
Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 2 p.m. Join Master Gardener, Kathleen Royka, on the 249th anniversary of The Battles of Lexington and Concord, for a celebration and taste of Revolutionary Teas. The program will discuss the Boston Tea Party and its effects on the colonists, the plant Camellia sinensis (tea) and substitutes for tea, including local variations, after the Boston Tea Party. (And see how the Brookside gardens are faring after winter). Program is free and open to all. Any donations are gratefully received and will be used on the gardens.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Canal Clean Sweep
Crescent Park, Terminal Rd., Halfmoon | 10 - 11 a.m. Come join us in recognition of Earth Day 2024 by helping to clean up Crescent Park. Volunteers can participate by picking up litter, trash, and other debris throughout Crescent Park. Meet at the bottom of Terminal Rd. to get your gloves and trash bags.
4th Annual Earth Day
Team Up to Clean Up
The event will be held on Saturday, April 20 10 a.m.- Noon. (Rain date Sunday April 21) We will provide gloves, vests, and garbage bags. Invite friends and family. Unable to join us? Pledge to clean up your own neighborhood! Your act will not only inspire and improve our community, but it will help to remove the ever-increasing threat posed by plastic waste which contaminates our water, soil, air, and wildlife. Thank you for helping to make this community a better place for all living beings now and in the future.
Register here: https://forms.gle/ LUxikuWZ984yan63A
Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Discover Saratoga is dedicated to showcasing the abundance of health and wellness offerings throughout Saratoga County. This extraordinary weekend coincides with the Mind Body Soul Market on Saturday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the Mind Body Soul Expo on Sunday, April 21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dive deeper into wellness practices, holistic living, and discover the latest trends in the wellness industry. Learn more at mindbodysoulexpo.com. For more information about Healthy Saratoga Weekend and to see a complete list of participants, please visit www. discoversaratoga.org/events/ healthy-saratoga-weekend/.
Old Friends at Cabin Creek, 483 Sand Hill Road, Greenfield Center | Noon – 3 p.m. Enjoy soups from local restaurants, music from Don Hoffman and other activities as you visit the 16 retired Thoroughbreds and their quarter horse friend, Patrick. Suggested donation, $10, and all proceeds go to the care of the horses.
Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 p.m. Calling all knitters, weavers, crocheters and embroiderers of all skill levels to attend the monthly meet-up. This free group is a good chance to meet people with similar interests for ideas, brainstorming, help or just fellowship. Light refreshments will be served. For more information call 518-885-5022 or visit: bspl.sals.edu.
Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville | 1 p.m. “Did you know that your ancestors had a Fan Club?” A Fan Club is a circle of Family/Friends, Associates and Neighbors who can help you fill in information that might be missing in your research. Lisa Dougherty, a professional genealogist, will help you take the steps to identify them and show you how to use that information in your family tree. Lisa specializes in Irish ancestry and assists researchers at several local libraries. Lisa’s website is www. upstatenygenealogy.com. The public is welcome. For information call 518-885-9309.
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 S Broadway, Saratoga Springs |1 – 3 p.m. (Parade at 2:30 p.m.) Welcome to this all ages, family-friendly community arts event! Learn about the endangered Karner Blue Butterfly. Create a butterfly, bird, or bee craft. Fabricate a flag. Join the rhythm band workshop. Watch the WitchWalk SOSA dancers. Listen to the EarthBeat drummers. Then join us for the parade! For additional information go to https:// spirited-creation.info/Art-inMotion or email flombar1@ yahoo.com. Special thanks to fiscal sponsor Sustainable Saratoga, the Saratoga Arts Regrant Program, and collaborating partners The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, EarthBeat Music, and CREATE Community Studios.
Empire State Aerosciences Museum at 250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville | 1 – 3 p.m.
Individuals ages 12+ years old (including adults) to join us. This week’s class - Grumman A-6 Intruder – All weather US Navy attack bomber“The Iron Tadpole”. May 25: Lockheed C-130 Hercules –Airlift workhorse; continuous production since 1957. June 29: A-7 Corsair: Light attack bomber; Excellent service record during Vietnam & Gulf Wars. Class includes an overview of the aircraft, operational history, and a tour of the plane. Former aviators with experience of each aircraft will join us when available. Call 518-377-2191 ext.10 to register.
Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls | 4:30 – 7 p.m.
Made from scratch with chicken breast, country gravy, buttermilk biscuits, real mashed potatoes, a vegetable, cranberry sauce and two large homemade oatmeal raisin cookies. Adults - $12; Children under 12 - $9. Only 350 dinners will be sold. Call 518885-4794 to make reservations. Leave your name, telephone number and the number of adult and/or children tickets you would like to reserve. A representative from Simpson will call back to confirm your order.
Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. The public is invited to join an opening reception for Impression: a 4-artist exhibit including community created mail art on April 20 at 7pm. Impression is a community focused art exhibition showcasing the work of D. Colin, Kerry Dayton, Ali Herrmann, and Catherine Quinones-Austin. They will be sharing their personal experience through art in combination with a community mail art exhibit from April 20June 26.
Free Concert
Universal Preservation Hall | 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 7:30 p.m. The community of Saratoga Springs is invited to attend a free concert
by The United States Army Field Band’s, “Jazz Ambassadors”, one of our nation’s premier military bands, direct from Washington DC! The Jazz Ambassadors of the US Army Field Band is the official touring big band of the United States Army. The band’s diverse repertoire includes big band swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz, standards, popular tunes, Dixieland, vocals, and patriotic selections. The band has been featured in joint concerts with Marvin Hamlisch and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, the Seattle Symphony Pops, the Colorado Pops Orchestra, and the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall. Come enjoy “America’s Big Band” at this free performance!
Orra Phelps Spring Wildflower Walk
Orra Phelps Preserve, Parkhurst Rd., Wilton | 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Take a hike with our educators to learn new information about wildflowers blooming, and other sights and sounds at one of Saratoga PLAN’s trails as spring is arriving. Registration is strongly recommended. To sign up, please email info@ wiltonpreserve.org, visit the website at wiltonpreserve.org, or call the office at 518-450-0321.
Spring Nature on the Move
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10:39 a.m. – Noon Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. This program is suitable for ages 16 and up. Registration is required at least one business day. To sign up, please email info@ wiltonpreserve.org, visit the website at wiltonpreserve.org, or call the office at 518-450-0321.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 23
After the Fire’s Monthly Meeting
Halfmoon Town Hall, Lower Newtown Rd., Halfmoon | 7 p.m. After the Fire is a nonprofit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Anyone interested in learning more about After the Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at www.afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518435-4571.
Stuffed Chicken Breast Dinner Take Out
Saratoga – Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Boneless stuffed chicken breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cranberry sauce, roll, tossed salad. The cost is $15 per dinner. Cash only.
Vischer Ferry, A Forgotten Crossroads
Vischer Ferry Firehouse, 360 Riverview Rd, Rexford | 7p.m. Video presentation of Vischer Ferry, A Forgotten Crossroads. The third in the Forgotten Crossroads series created by the History Center highlights Vischer Ferry, a quant village along the original path of the Erie Canal in the southern section of the Town of Clifton Park. The story is captured through interviews with three generations of residents, who shared their proud history and memories as well as their plans for the future.
Registration is appreciated.
Saipan: The Friction of War
Saratoga Town Hall at 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville | 7 p.m.
The Old Saratoga Historical Association will host the multimedia presentation Led by World War II historian and retired US Army officer Patrick J. Chaisson. This discussion details one of the war’s most brutal and controversial battles.
Saipan, located in the Mariana Islands of the Central Pacific, was an objective the Americans desperately needed to capture. Instead, it took six weeks of bloody, relentless fighting before Saipan’s Japanese defenders were defeated. This program is free to the public. Call the Old Saratoga Historical Association 518-6983211 for more information.
Fish Fry Dinner
Saratoga Knights of Columbus, located at 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs, will be holding the dinner on Friday, April 26. Take out or eat in the lounge. Dinner will be available from 5 until 7 p.m. The menu is fried or baked haddock, fried clam strips, French fries, clam chowder and dessert when available. Cost is $15. Dessert and chowder extra.
Multi-Family Garage Sale Fundraiser
Supporting Higher Education for Women
Saturday, April 27 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. - 51 Regatta View Drive, Saratoga Springs. Household items, books, toys, furniture, audio equipment, artwork and more. This event is sponsored by P.E.O. Chapter CR of Saratoga Springs. P.E.O. provides educational opportunities for women. We do this by offering scholarships, grants, awards, and loans to help women enhance their lives through learning. All proceeds will go towards funding these opportunities.
23rd Annual Maple in April Festival
An outdoor, one day family fun even on April 27. French toast breakfast at the Hadley Senior/ Community Center, 24 Maple St. at 8 a.m., maple sampling, a Backyard Sugar Makers
Tasting Contest, Lil’ sugar dust-off Car, Truck and Vintage Tractor Show at the HadleySmead Park on Stony Creek Rd. Food trucks, craft vendors, music, horse drawn wagon rides, the Roaming Railroad, street performers, Smokey the Bear, turn-your-own wooden wands with the Wizard, Farm Pets and activities for children including games, inflatables, face painting and pony rides. For more information email: info@hadleybany@gamil.com or vendors.hadleynyba@gmail.com for vendor application.
9th Annual Swap Meet of The Antique Outboard Motor Club
There is no admission fee and no fee to display/buy/sell/trade. The day is planned to begin at 9 a.m. on April 27, as a casual openair event that is expected to last until 2 p.m. The event includes the buying, selling, and trading of antique and classic outboard motors, boats, and related items from attendees/vendors. The public is welcome. There will be food available for donation for morning coffee & doughnuts and lunch at noontime from local food establishments. The swap meet is held in an Antiques Roadshow type atmosphere. The event will be held at Schrader and Company, 850 Saratoga Rd., Burnt Hills. For information, visit http://mglen2.wix.com/ mohawkhudsonchapter#.
Volunteer Tree Planters Needed
Help plant trees in the community. On Saturday, April
27, Sustainable Saratoga’s Urban Forestry Project will hold its 10th year of TREE TOGA planting event, adding an expected 35 large growing shade trees to the urban forest. Volunteer Tree Planters are needed. Volunteers will check in at Pitney Meadows Community Farm at 9:30 a.m. on April 27 and get a lesson in tree planting before heading off in small teams. Once the trees are in the ground, Tree Host homeowners and other volunteers provide the care that is critical to tree survival and the success of Sustainable Saratoga’s mission to preserve and expand Saratoga’s urban forest. To get involved in this family-friendly community event, sign up at https://sustainablesaratoga.org/ tree-toga/
Panel and Book and Memorabilia Sale
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will play host to its annual Kentucky Derby Preview Panel program as well as a book and memorabilia sale on Saturday, April 27. Admission to the program and book sale is free. The book and memorabilia sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Museum lobby and the Kentucky Derby program will begin at noon in the Hall of Fame. Additionally, the Museum Gift Shop will be offering 15 percent off all new books throughout the day. All proceeds from the sale will directly support the Museum’s John A. Morris Research Library.
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
For two weekends, starting on Friday, April 1h, Home Made Theater will present The Humans, written by Stephan Karam.
Winner of the 2016 Tony Award for Best Play, The Humans is filled with equal parts humor and hurt.
Breaking with tradition, Erik Blake has brought his Pennsylvania family to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter’s apartment in lower Manhattan. As darkness falls outside the ramshackle pre-war duplex, eerie things start to go bump in the night and the heart and horrors of the Blake clan are exposed. The Humans is also the winner of a 2016 Obie Award for Playwriting and a Pulitzer Prize finalist.
Actors in The Humans that
may be familiar to Home Made Theater audiences include Mary Ellen Dowling (Calendar Girls), Antoinette Fasino (‘night, Mother) and Daniel Perez (Cry It Out). New to Home Made Theater are Jessie House, Jocelyn Khoury, and David Skeele.
Performances are Fridays and Saturdays, April 19th, 20th, 26th, and 27th at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, April 21st and 28th at 2 p.m.. There will be a Thursday at 7:30 performance on April 25th.
All performances are at the Dee Sarno Theater, inside Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are available at Home Made Theater’s website, www. HomeMadeTheater.org, or by calling 518- 587-4427 during business hours.
ALBANY — Guitarist
Dweezil Zappa is set to embark on a 30-city concert tour across the U.S., celebrating two of his father Frank Zappa’s landmark albums, “Roxy & Elsewhere” and “Apostrophe.”
The tour, which commemorates the 50th Anniversary of both albums, will stage a show at the Palace Theatre on Aug. 23.
The “Rox-Postrophy” Tour kicks off on Aug. 1 in Phoenix, Arizona. Zappa has curated a setlist highlighting fan-favorite tracks from each record; replete with unique hybrid arrangements.
“The songs you think you know, may just end up surprising you with parts you’ve never heard before” Zappa said in a statement. “If you have never heard my father’s music, this might be the tour to start your obsession.”
Tickets range from $29.50 - $89.50 and are available via Ticketmaster at ticketmaster. com. Tickets are also available for purchase at the Palace Theatre Box Office (located at 19 Clinton Ave.) Box Office hours are Monday – Friday noon to 5 p.m.
GREENFIELD CENTER — Cornell’s Used Auto Parts hosts their second annual car show on Saturday, May 4th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 62 S Greenfield Road, Greenfield Center.
All makes and models are welcome to participate. Attendees will have the opportunity to take a tour of Cornell’s lot. All funds received during the event will be donated to the Double H Ranch, which provides specialized programs
and year-round support for children and their families dealing with life-threatening illnesses. For more information about Cornell’s Used Auto Parts, visit https://cornellsusedautoparts. com/
Marc Ribot is coming to Saratoga Springs.
One-time member of John Lurie’s Lounge Lizards. Go-to guitar guy by a diversity of artists from Tom Waits, Elvis Costello and Allen Ginsberg to Robert Plant, John Zorn and Marianne Faithful. Recording artist who has released more than two dozen albums under his own name over a 40-year career.
Ribot (pronounced REEbow), was born in Newark, New Jersey in 1954. The guitar legend will be at the Arthur Zankel Music Center at Skidmore College at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28 for a live accompaniment to Charlie Chaplin’s 1921 silent film “The Kid.”
Ribot’s score was commissioned by the New York
Guitar Festival and premiered in 2010 at Merkin Hall.
In an interview with Flavorpill, Ribot said, “I did not use Charlie Chaplin’s score as a reference. I admire his score greatly, and his writing greatly, but I did not want to use that as a reference because my interest in this, as with everything else, comes from doing a particular reading. And my particular reading of this film is as a contemporary film.”
Tickets are $20 general public, $5 for the Skidmore College community (students, faculty, staff, and alumni). Purchase online at https:// www.tix.com/ticket-sales/ zankel/7074/event/1379633 or call the box office at 518-5805321 between 1 and 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
— On Friday, April 26, Caffe Lena will host the Captain Fun Lunchtime Listening Hour, featuring choice vinyl cuts from the Al McKenney collection sonically oozing through the cafe’s stellar system of sound.
The event takes place from noon to 1 p.m. Friday April 26, and admission is free. Bring your brown bag lunch, coffee and tea are provided.
The tunes to be spun come from among the 1,516 record albums (and several hundred CD’s) curated by the late Al “Captain Fun” McKenney. Designated record spinner Rochmon AKA Chuck Vosganian serves as
Notice of Formation of 610 Fifth Ave LLC, a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on November 02, 2023. Office location: County of Saratoga. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 30 Main Street, Middle Grove NY 12850. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 03/15, 03/22, 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19/2024. 12538
Notice of Formation of TSC Empire LLC, a domestic limited liability company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on February 29, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. Principal business location: 129 Van Aernem Rd, Malta, NY 12020. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to TSC Empire LLC, 129 Van Aernem Rd, Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: any lawful activity. 03/15, 03/22, 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19/2024. 12539
Notice of Formation of Maki Ridge LLC, a domestic limited liability company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on February 29, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. Principal business location: 129 Van Aernem Rd, Malta, NY 12020. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to Maki
Notice of formation of Lady Jaguar Properties LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 12/13/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 133 South Street Glens Falls, NY 12801. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/22, 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 4/26/2024. 12574
NOTICE OF APPLICATION OF AUTHORITY of Riverwalk Lodge LLC. Application of Authority filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/09/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. Designated agent: United States Corporation Agents, Inc. is designated as agent upon whom process may be served. Please mail service of process to United State Corporation Agents, Inc. @ 651 North Broad Street, Suite 201, Middletown, DE 19709. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/22, 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 4/26/2024.
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Notice of formation of THE STARTING GATE DAYCARE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/08/2024
Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 31 ICHABOD LANE, BALLSTON SPA, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/22, 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 4/26/2024. 12613
Notice of formation of 2 J’s Blooms n Bling LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/19/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 7 Cottonwood Court Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03/2024. 12648
Notice of formation of Heidi & Tim’s Place, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/17/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 125 NELSON AVE, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03/2024. 12652
Notice of formation of 12 Mystic Lane Saratoga Springs, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/28/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 23 Edgewood Park, Norwell, MA, United States, 02061. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03/2024. 12653
Notice of formation of Saratoga Sports and Physical Training LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with the Secretary of State New York on 3/09/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. DOS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. DOS shall mail a copy of process to Shawn T. May, 63 Putnam St, Ste 202, Saratoga Sp., NY 12866. For any lawful propose. 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03/2024. 12654
Notice of formation of D. L. Breda Landscaping LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/20/2024. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 11 Muirfield Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/29, 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03/2024. 12655
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY. NAME: 4346
ROUTE 50 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/25/2024. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 120 Ruggles Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 03/25/2024-05/10/2024.
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Notice of formation of Honey Done LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State
Notice of Formation of 1200 Kathan Road LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on March 28, 2024.
Office location: 1204 Kathan Road, Corinth, Saratoga County, NY. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 1204 Kathan Road, Corinth, NY 12822.
Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 04/05, 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10/2024.12698
Notice of formation of R&R ENTERPRISES EXCAVATION, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SNY, on March 27, 2024, Office Location: Saratoga County SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSN shall mail process to: The LLC, 422 Gansevoort Road, Fort Edward, NY 12828. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024. 12719
Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Arts. of Org. of Capital District Soccer Expansion, LLC (“LLC”) filed with Dept. of State of NY on March 29, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 104 Dan’s View Road, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866, principal business address. LLC does not have a specific date of dissolution. Purpose: All legal purposes. Filer: Lavelle & Finn, LLP, 29 British American Bl., Latham, NY 12110. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024. 12723
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Name: 80 Rowland, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on April 1, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: c/o The LLC, 396 Lockhart Mountain Road, Lake George, NY 12845. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024. 12727
Notice of Formation of ParkeHarrison LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 12/28/2023. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 6 Whistler Court, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful activity. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024. 12728
Legal Notice of FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: FRYEGUY ENTERTAINMENT, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/12/2024. Office location: Saratoga County, NY. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the LLC, 5 Mill Creek Road, Corinth, NY 12822. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024.
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NOTICE: FORMATION OF SANDERS SLUSHIES AND SNOCONES LLC. Art. Of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on April 5, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at its principal business location, 12 Lincoln Avenue, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: any lawful. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024. 12739
Notice of formation of Southline Aero LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/18/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 219 Southline Rd Middle Grove, New York 12850. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/12, 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17/2024. 12742
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The Department of Central Services of Saratoga County will
receive sealed bids in person or electronically through the Empire State Purchasing System Website until 11:00 a.m. on the following dates at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud:
April 25, 2024 Rectifiers/ Batteries, specification 24-OESRSB-1
May 1, 2024 Tower Inspection, Maintenance, Repair, and New Installations, specification 24-OESTS-1
Bid forms and instructions are available at the Department of Central Services, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone - 518885-2210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www. empirestatebidsystem.com). This contract is funded, in part, by the New York State Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant as managed by the State of New York. MWBE Firms are encouraged to Submit Proposals.
Saratoga County, through its Department of Central Services, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.
JOHN T. WARMTDirector of Purchasing
Saratoga County 04/19/2024, 12786core
Notice of formation of Body Innovator LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/14/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 2077 Mechanic St Galway NY 12074. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024. 12788
Notice of formation of 43 Mainstreet LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/24/2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: P.O. Box 42, Saratoga Springs N.Y. 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024. 12789
Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Arts. of Org.
of White Antler Ridge, LLC (“LLC”) filed with Dept. of State of NY on February 26, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 936 State Route 67, Ballston Spa, New York 12020, principal business address. LLC does not have a specific date of dissolution. Purpose: All legal purposes. Filer: Lavelle & Finn, LLP, 29 British American Bl., Latham, NY 12110.04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024. 12790
Notice of formation of Continuous Evolution, LLC
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 3/6/2024. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 61 Hollister Rd. Corinth, NY 12822. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024. 12791
Notice of formation of JS Wines LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on April 11, 2024 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 43 Mann Blvd, Halfmoon, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024. 12792
Notice of formation of Six Tide Aquatics LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 02/18/2024. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at 13K Heirloom Lane Halfmoon, NY 12065. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024. 12793
Notice of Formation of
Limited Liability Company Arts. of Org. of Legends Machine Werks, LLC (“LLC”) filed with Dept. of State of NY on February 26, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 936 State Route 67, Ballston Spa, New York 12020, principal business address. LLC does not have a specific date of dissolution. Purpose: All legal purposes. Filer: Lavelle & Finn, LLP, 29 British American Bl., Latham, NY 12110. 04/19, 04/26, 05/03, 05/10, 05/17, 05/24/2024.12798 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Resolution 118 of 2024, the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on May 14, 2024 at 4:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the Board can convene, in the Meeting Room of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors at 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, New York 12020 on a Local Law, identified as Introductory No. 1, Print No. 1 of 2024, entitled “A LOCAL LAW
AUTHORIZING PROPERTY OWNERS TO REQUEST THE REMOVAL OF UNLAWFUL OCCUPANTS FROM DWELLINGS”
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that at this hearing, all persons wishing to speak will be heard. Written communications may be emailed to publiccomment@ saratogacountyny.gov, or by mail addressed to: Clerk of the Board, Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020, which public comment must be received by May 14, 2024 at 3:30 p.m.
Copies of this proposed local law are available in the Office of the Clerk of the Board and online at www. saratogacountyny.gov.
Therese M. Connolly, Clerk Board of Supervisors 04/19/2024, 12800
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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: Gait, Gate
Gait means to trot or canter.
The crowd watched the horse’s gait carefully.
Gate is an entrance or exit.
Once you enter the code, the gate will automatically open.
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
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— This week, the New York Racing Association (NYRA) announced the purse schedule for the upcoming Belmont Stakes Racing Festival at Saratoga Racecourse, which will take place from Thursday, June 6 until Sunday, June 9.
• Open maiden special weights will feature a purse increase of $10,000 to $100,000
• New York-bred maiden special weights will enjoy a $10,000 increase to offer a purse of $85,000
• The open non-winners of two categories will be increased
“The 2024 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival will offer purse levels commensurate with the stature and importance of this historic event,” said Andrew Offerman, NYRA Senior Vice President of Racing and Operations, in a statement.
by $13,000 to offer a purse of $115,000
• The non-winners of one category will be upped by $10,000 for a purse of $110,000
• The New York-bred nonwinners of one category will be boosted by $10,000 to $90,000
For the complete purse schedule, visit https://www. nyra.com/saratoga/horsemen/.
SCOTIA — Athletes from the Jason Morris Judo Center in Scotia participated in both the Garden State Classic in Wayne, New Jersey, as well as the New York Open, which was held at the historic New York Athletic Club.
Ari Berliner competed for Team USA at the New York Open in 66kg and helped them earn a bronze medal, tying Germany and beating Poland and Canada.
Ramon Hernandez, Melissa Myers, and Kyle Tran
all won gold medals at the 14th Annual Garden State Classic. Hernandez and Myers also won “Most Outstanding Player” awards. Tran won gold in the 66kg U21 division, while Hernandez won the elite 81kg category. Myers also captured the 78kg title.
Ramon Hernandez and Melissa Myers pose with their Garden State Judo Classic awards. Photo provided by Jason Morris.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Central Catholic varsity baseball team annihilated Tamarac High School on April 9 by a score of 13 to 1. Nine Saints players had hits in the game, and their two pitchers commanded the mound.
At the plate, Ronan Rowe went 2 for 3 with 2 RBI and 2 doubles. Hunter Fales and Ryan Gillis each went 2 for 4 with a double. Tyler Weygand, Pierce Byrne, and Carson Moser also chipped in with 2 hits apiece.
Pitcher Aidan Crowther, a senior, allowed no runs and four hits in five innings of work. He also struck out five Tamarac Bengals.
The Saints followed up the lopsided win with a shutout
victory against Stillwater on April 10, 2 to 0.
Heading into an April 16 rematch against Stillwater, the Saints were undefeated thus
The Saratoga Central Catholic varsity baseball team defeated Tamarac High School last week, 13 to 1. Image via Saratoga Catholic Athletics.
far on the season with a 4-0 record. They previously defeated Tamarac 7 to 1 on April 8, and also beat Broadalbin-Perth 5 to 1 on April 7.
Greenbush native Kevin Smith was promoted to the New York Yankees’ major league roster last weekend after infielder Jon Berti was placed on the 10-day injured list. Smith wore number 74. He had previously been assigned to the AAA Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre RailRiders before being called up.
Smith made his Yankees debut in the tenth inning of game two of a doubleheader against the Cleveland Guardians, pinch running for Giancarlo Stanton.
SARATOGA SPRINGS —
The Skidmore College ice hockey team will join the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) as an associate member beginning in 2025-26.
The 2024-25 season will be Skidmore’s 27th and final as a member of the New England Hockey Conference.
“Skidmore has enjoyed a competitive relationship with many of the SUNYAC hockey schools, and we look forward to strengthening those opportunities and developing a similar relationship with those that we have not yet competed against,” said Skidmore Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
and Athletics Director Gail Cummings-Danson in a statement. “Being located in the same general geographic footprint as the current membership makes for a natural partnership and will preserve our commitment to competing at the highest level of Division III men’s ice hockey.”
In addition to Skidmore, Hobart and William Smith
Colleges also joined SUNYAC. Other members include Buffalo State, SUNY Canton, SUNY Cortland, Fredonia State, SUNY Morrisville, Oswego State, Plattsburgh State, and SUNY Potsdam.
Since the start of the 201617 season, Skidmore is 12-4-1 (.735) against SUNYAC teams.
SARATOGA SPRINGS
— The Saratoga Schools Education Foundation is hosting a charity pickleball tournament on May 11 at the East Side Recreation Park in Saratoga Springs.
Play will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at 1 p.m. Coed teams of all skill levels are welcome. To register for the event, scan the QR code in the accompanying flier image.
All proceeds from the event will benefit the Saratoga Schools Education Foundation. To learn more about the organization, visit saratogalearning.org.
SCHUYLERVILLE — At an April 15 Board of Education meeting, the Schuylerville Central School District formally recognized and celebrated the high school career of star basketball player Luke Sherman, who set the school’s all-time boys scoring record earlier this year.
At the meeting, Varsity Basketball Coach Matthew Steinfort discussed Sherman’s accomplishments as both a player and a person. Sherman, a multi-sport athlete, stood by wearing his baseball uniform.
“Luke made his first
appearance on varsity as an eighth grader,” Steinfort said. “We had a handful of injuries that season and so we decided to bring him up. From that point on, he never looked back.”
In his final season with the Black Horses, Sherman averaged 24.5 points per game. In 20 games, he scored more than 20 points, and in four games he scored more than 30. In a home victory against Queensbury, he netted 38 points.
“Teams are scheming for him,” Steinfort said. “They’re planning for him. He’s the number one variable that they’re trying to take away. Despite that, he’s still able to put up numbers like that.”
Among his many accolades,
Sherman was named to both the Foothills Council First Team, and the Section 2 All-Tournament Team for Class B. In his career at Schuylerville, he scored 1,536 total points, making him the school’s all-time boys scoring leader. In a game against Hudson Falls in January, he surpassed Eric Stover’s 1,317-point record set in 1978.
“As impressive as those statistics are, at least for me, it doesn’t define him,” Steinfort said. “He’s a talented young man, a talented student-athlete. But he put the work in. He worked on his body. He worked on his mind. He worked on his game. That came to fruition with the success that he’s had.”
“There’s such a unique
balance with Luke,” Steinfort continued. “There’s a real confidence there, and he exudes it, but at the same time, there’s a real humility, which is rare.”
Sherman is still deciding
which college he will attend, with SUNY New Paltz and Utica being two options. He plans to continue playing basketball in college and hopes to one day become a special education teacher.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Shredders, a non-profit that promotes youth cycling and outdoor activities in Saratoga Springs, built and donated 30 bikes to the city’s school district this week as part of a new Bikes in Schools program.
The bikes, along with helmets, are for use in grades 2-5. Financial support for the donation was provided by Saratoga County Supervisors Tara Gaston and Matthew Veitch.
The Bikes in Schools program is designed to enhance the physical education curriculum by integrating cycling into the
daily activities of students across the district’s six elementary schools. Additional program initiatives include:
• Professional Development: The district’s physical education teachers have undergone specialized training, developed by Saratoga Shredders, to teach and manage the cycling program.
• Rotating Fleet: A fleet of bikes will rotate among the six elementary schools in the district, ensuring equitable access.
• Curriculum Integration: The program includes a curriculum that covers basic cycling skills, safety rules, and the health
benefits of cycling, tailored to meet the needs of young learners.
The Bikes in Schools program will roll out this spring, with full implementation expected across all elementary schools by the end of the academic year.
“We are thrilled to partner with Saratoga Springs City School District to bring this exciting program to life,” said Anna Laloë, Executive Director of Saratoga Shredders, in a statement. “Our goal is to not only teach kids how to ride but also to instill a passion for the outdoors and physical fitness that will last a lifetime.”
The program was kicked
off with a collaborative event on April 15. Saratoga Shredders and the district’s physical education staff joined forces to assemble the donated bikes.
Saratoga Shredders is nearing its fundraising goal for the next phase of the Bikes in Schools program at Maple Avenue Middle School. These programs promise to make a lasting impact on the students and the broader Saratoga Springs community by promoting physical activity and accessibility to cycling for all.
To learn more about the Bikes in Schools program, or to support the next phase of the program at Maple Avenue Middle School, visit https://saratogashredders. com/bikes-in-schools.
