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Ballston Spa’s Strange Inventions

by Timothy Starr | Saratoga County History Roundtable

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Ballston Spa has always been proud of its industrious and enterprising citizens.

The wealthiest and most successful individuals such as George West, Isaiah Blood, and Nicholas Low receive the most attention, but there are many others who have been immortalized in local histories,

documents, and speeches. In his centennial address of 1907, village president Irving Wiswall summarized (and somewhat exaggerated) the accomplishments of some of the most famous residents:

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by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — And now they are five.

The four currently serving members of the Saratoga Springs City Council unanimously

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Ideas

Local entrepreneurs pitched and discussed their business ideas at the “Startup Saratoga” event at the Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs. Photo provided by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.

approved the appointment of Hank Kuczynski as interim Commissioner of Public Works, during a pre-scheduled Finance Department budget workshop attended by about one dozen people at City Hall Oct. 29.

Ballston Spa’s Strange Inventions History OF SARATOGA

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“The first paper bags were made in this village, and the first paper collars and cuffs were made by L. M. Crane, who lived here, his mill being located about two miles north of the village. The telegraph instrument in universal use today and which supplemented the original Morse machines, was the invention of our townsman, Samuel F. Day, who also discovered the method of telegraphing with safety during thunderstorms. The first machine for making paper bags was invented in our village, and the first machine for combining paper with cloth was the invention of one of the proprietors of the Glen Paper Collar Company. The first household clothes-wringers were made in West Milton and sold in Ballston Spa.”

Although the inventions listed above were important in their day, not all to come out of Ballston Spa were famous, or even very useful.

Minard Cooper invented a “new and improved mode of closing doors with or without the use of a catch” in 1852. It consisted of a bar and roller mounted on the inside wall which exerted pressure upon an open door that would force it to close. While the mechanism design seems sound, it would be rather unsightly in one’s living room. There also appears to be a danger of people inadvertently hanging themselves if they walked through the door too quickly. Theodore Lipshuts and Daniel Jones invented a “SelfActing Battery for Scaring Crows” in 1859. As the patent letter detailed, it consisted of a “battery with a number of chambers in connection with a gun barrel in such a manner that one of its chambers after the other is made to go off by its own action, and without the aid of a man, at regular intervals, and that by these reports, crows and other injurious animals are scared away.” Its lack of commercial success is not surprising considering the potential for injury if tampered with by curious children. It would also seem inconvenient

to neighbors within a mile radius to hear gunfire at all hours of the day and night.

Ivy Howell was one of Ballston Spa’s few female inventors before the Great Depression. She held two patents: a corset in 1917 (“designed for use by stout women for supporting their abdomen and to provide an absorbent shield”), and a directional sign, patented in 1920. The sign consisted of a disk with the words “Universal Comfort Service” surrounding a smaller circle with the words “Women” and “Men,” which apparently were supposed to guide people to the appropriate restroom.

The focus of many Ballston Spa inventors from 1850 to 1950 related to industrial patents more than any other class of invention. These were by far the most successful, since many were put to practical use in the tool, paper, and textile factories for the production of goods.

However, many inventions were simply impractical. In 1870, Frank Whalen tried to take advantage of the popularity of heating and cooking stoves by developing a new detachable caster leg. As detailed in his patent letter, “This invention relates to combining caster-legs with the main or supporting legs of a stove, in such a manner that the main legs can be removed, so that the stove can be rolled around from place to place.”

It is unclear how often it would be necessary to move a stove, and the photos that accompany the patent cast doubts as to the strength of the caster mechanism. Moving a stove around in this manner would likely create deep gouges in any type of wood flooring.

Reuben Garrett patented one of the village’s few toy inventions in 1876. It was titled “Improvement in Combined Tops and Whirligigs,” and was claimed to “furnish an improved toy for children, which shall be so constructed that it may be used as a top or whirligig, as may be desired.”

It was a simple idea, having a loose pin, a forked handle, the top (or head that everything

balanced upon), and a wind-up cord. Garrett was a prominent farmer in the town of Ballston who became a census taker for the 1900 census.

Charles Heaton patented an improvement in medical compounds in 1879. He claimed it was “a remedy and method for the cure of corns and bunions… consisting in a compound of ammonia, alcohol, and honey, and tincture of cardamom.”

There were hundreds of patents filed in the nineteenth century that consisted of home remedies for curing all sorts of ailments. Curiously, this was the only “cure” patented in Ballston. Considering the emphasis on health-related matters during the mineral spring water era of Ballston, one would assume that there would be other homemade recipes on file.

Frederick Streever established the F. S. Streever Construction Company, which was one of the few businesses to survive the Great Depression, operating into the 1940s. He was also part owner of the HidesFranklin Spring. In 1936 he patented “an improvement in muzzles, particularly for dogs, to provide a device which will positively prevent the animal from biting, seizing, or tearing but which will interfere in no way with eating or drinking.” One would wonder what type of dogs Mr. Streever had around him that would require a semi-permanent muzzle that would allow them to eat and drink without attacking and biting visitors.

Perhaps Ballston’s most ghoulish patent was developed by Henry Mabbitt Crippen of Bloodville in 1906. His embalming catheter patent letter contained such descriptions as “[previous catheters] have the disadvantage that in the use thereof the hands of the operator frequently become covered with blood and other matter from the arteries due to the necessity of handling the flexible member of the structure to guide the same [into and out of the body].” With Halloween upon us, perhaps this is the best example to conclude an article on strange inventions.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Here’s What To Know

SARATOGA COUNTY — Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. There are 85 polling sites, and 204 total Election districts in Saratoga County.

To see sample ballots for all individual Saratoga County municipalities, go to: https:// www.saratogacountyny.gov/ departments/board-of-elections/offices-candidates-to-beelected/..

To learn more about Proposal Number One, go to: https://elections.ny.gov/2024statewide-ballot-proposal.

2024 General Election Day Poll Sites, according to the Saratoga County Board of Elections, are listed below Note: All Polling Places are Accessible. Sites are listed by Town, District Number: Polling Place & Address. Asterisk indicates polling place change. Polls are open 6am - 9pm.

Town of Ballston

1, 7: Double Day Woods, 91 Church Ave

2, 3, 8, 9: Ballston Town Hall, 323 Charlton Rd

4, *5, *6: Burnt Hills Methodist Church, 816 Route 50

Town of Charlton

1, 3, 4: Charlton Town Hall, 758 Charlton Rd

2: West Charlton Firehouse, 1293 Eastern Ave

Town of Clifton Park

1, 2, 3: Corpus Christi Church, 2001 Route 9

4, 6: Jonesville Methodist Church, 963 Main St

5: Ballston Lake Firehouse, 1125 Route 146A

7: Jonesville Fire Station #2, 629 Route 146A

8, 9, 30: Prince of Peace Church, 4 Northcrest Dr

10, 12: Clifton Park Town Hall, 1 Town Hall Plaza

11, 27, 32: New Rexford Firehouse, 1601 Route 146

13, 14, 15: Locust Lane Clubhouse, 5 Locust Ln

16: Starpoint Church, 14 Jarose Place

17, 31: Vischer Ferry Fire Station #2, 750 Grooms Rd

18, 19, 24: King of Kings Church, 1593 Crescent Rd

20, 21, 25: Vischer Ferry Firehouse #1, 360 Riverview Rd

22, 23: Clifton Park Community Church, 516 Moe Rd

26: Clifton Park/Halfmoon

Library, 475 Moe Rd

28, 33: Jonesville Firehouse, 953 Main St. 29, 34: Shen Senior Center, 6 Clifton Common Ct.

Town of Corinth 1, 2, 3, 4: Corinth Town Hall, 600 Palmer Ave

5: South Corinth Methodist Church, 10 Chapman St

Town of Day 1: Day Town Hall, 1650 N. Shore Rd

Town of Edinburg 1: Edinburg Community Center, 47 Military Rd

Town of Moreau

1, 2, 3: Moreau Community Center, 144 Main St 4, 7: Moreau Elementary School, 76 Bluebird Rd 5, 9, 10: S. Glens Falls Fire Station, 361 Reynolds Rd 6, 8, 11: Tanglewood School, 60 Tanglewood Dr

Town of Northumberland 1, 3: Northumberland

Town Hall,17 Catherine St 2, 4: Gansevoort Firehouse, 1870 Route 32N

Town of Providence 1, 2: Providence Town Hall, 7187 Barkersville Rd

Town of Saratoga 1, 2: Saratoga Town Office Bldg, 12 Spring St 3, 5: Quaker Springs Firehouse, 107 Blodgett Rd 4: Victory Village Office Bldg/Fire Hall, 23 Pine St

City of Saratoga Springs 1, 2: Embury Apts Cafe, 133 Lawrence St 3, 4, 8, 9, 25: City Center, 522 Broadway

5: St. Clements Parish Center, 231 Lake Ave

6, 10, 12, 13: Canfield Casino, Congress Park

7, 11, 21: Saratoga Springs High School Gym (West Ave Entrance)

14: Rec Center, 15 Vanderbilt Ave

15: Caroline St. School, 310 Caroline St

16, 20: Geyser Road School, 61 Geyser Rd

17, 22: Saratoga Spgs Methodist Church, 175 5th Ave

18: Abundant Life Church, 2325 Rte 50/Hutchins Rd

19: Division Street School, 220 Division St

23: Interlaken Community Center, 75 Sarazen St

24: Case Center, The Center, 2nd fl, Skidmore College

Town of Galway

1: Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Rd

2, 3: Galway Fire Dept, 1985 West St

Town of Greenfield

1, 8: Greenfield Firehouse #1, 13 S. Greenfield Rd

2, 7: Porter Corners Firehouse #2, 405 Bockes Rd

3, 6: Middle Grove Firehouse #3, 25 N Creek Rd

4, 5: Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Rd

Town of Hadley

1, 2: Hadley Senior Comm. Center, 23 Maple St

Town of Halfmoon

1, 6: West Crescent Firehouse, 1440 Crescent Rd

2, 4, 7, 13, 17: Halfmoon Town Hall, 2 Halfmoon Town Plaza

3, 18: Hillcrest Fire Station, 145 Pruyn Hill Rd

5, 12: Halfmoon-Waterford Firehouse, 315 Middletown Rd

8, 9, 10, 15: American

Legion Hall, 275 Grooms Rd 11, 14, 16, 19: Halfmoon Senior Center, Lower Newtown Rd

Town of Malta

1, 11: Malta Ridge Firehouse, 5 Hearn Rd 2, 7, *9: Malta Town Hall, 2540 Route 9

3: Round Lake Village Hall, 49 Burlington Ave 4, 5, 10: Chango School, 100 Chango Dr

6, 8, 12: Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr

City of Mechanicville

1, 2, 3, 4: Mcville Senior Community Bldg, 178 N. Main St

5: Dept of Public Works Offices, 4 Industrial Park Rd

6: Mcville Housing Authority Comm Room, 2 Harris Ave, Suite 1 – 50

Town of Milton

1: Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse, 35 Washington St

2, *3, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, *14: Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd

*4, *5: Union Firehouse, 319 Milton Ave

7, *12: Rock City Falls Firehouse, 1119 Rock City Rd

Town of Stillwater

1, 5, 8: Public Safety Complex, 266 Route 76

2, 6, 7: Stillwater Town Hall, 881 Hudson Ave

3: American Legion Post 490, 1 American Legion Rd

4: Henry F. Lefko American Legion, 81 East St.

Town of Waterford

*1, 2: Waterford Community/Senior Center, 125 Second St.

3, 6: Waterford Fire Department, 11 8th St. 4, 5: Northside Fire Dept, 85 Saratoga Ave

7, 8: Waterford-Halfmoon School, 125 Middletown Rd

Town of Wilton

1, 6, 9: Wilton Senior Center, 18 Traver Rd

2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23: Gavin Park, 10 Lewis Dr

Sample Ballot 2024 General Election, Saratoga Springs. Source: Saratoga County Board of Elections.

Sample Ballot (back) Proposal One Amendment, Saratoga Springs. Source: Saratoga County Board of Elections.

Kimberly Galvin Janelle

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Kimberly Galvin Janelle passed away at home on October 25, 2024 after a long and admirable battle with cancer. Kim was with her loving family. She was 59 years old. Kim was the beloved wife of 15 years of Brian Janelle.

William W. Lohrer

Born in Saratoga Springs on September 14, 1965, Kim was the daughter of Neal N. and Sandra Galvin. She remained a lifelong Saratogian.

Kim graduated from Saratoga Springs High School (class of 1983), Union College and Vermont Law School.

Kim was an attorney who spent most of her career proudly serving New York. She began her career focusing on criminal law as a public defender, a district attorney and an assistant attorney general. She subsequently served as chief of staff and counsel to the minority leader of the State Assembly and later as counsel to the State Board of Elections, from where she retired. Kim also served on the Saratoga Springs Civil Service Commission, Police Reform Task Force and the

grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home last Friday morning, October 25, 2024.

OBITUARIES

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Kim met Brian during his frequent visits to her Saratoga neighborhood and they wed in 2009. They shared many special times together including many trips to New York City (for plays and visits to St. Patrick’s Cathedral), Italy (to view Pope Francis), Switzerland, Augusta, GA, Aruba, and Lake Placid. They loved to watch professional golf together especially when Tiger Woods played. They also, enjoyably, raised two dogs, Guinness Henry and Leo Francis.

In addition to her being a faithful Catholic, Kim had many other passions. First and foremost, she loved speaking with and singing to her mother. She also loved shopping (particularly for Christmas gifts for her family). She was a voracious reader (notably books about serial killers), a music lover (country) and a lifelong participant in local and national politics (about

which she was not afraid to share her opinions) through which she met a President and other candidates. Kim enjoyed watching other sports too (rooting for the Yankees, Bills, the Duke basketball team, and her grade school nephews). Kim also advocated for veterans and healthcare issues.

She was loved and will be missed by many.

Kimberly is survived in Saratoga Springs by her husband Brian Janelle, her mother Sandra Galvin, her two brothers Neal R. Galvin (Stacie) and Mark Galvin and her sister Cindy Aloisi of Stillwater. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Kimberly was pre-deceased by her father, Neal N. Galvin, with whom she shared a truly special relationship, her sister Catherine Galvin James and her grandmother Violet LaFarr.

Relatives and friends may call from 4 -7 p.m. on Wednesday October 30, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff

Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518-584-5373).

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 am on Thursday, October 31, at St. Clements Church, 231 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Burial will follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave, Saratoga Springs.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering for gynecologic cancer (https://www.mskcc.org/cancercare/types/gynecologic) or to a charity of their choice. Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— William W. Lohrer, beloved husband, father, and

Known as Bill to family, friends and colleagues, he had been married to Jean (Gengenbach) for 69 years. In addition to Jean, he is survived by his five children: Bill of Belchertown, MA; Jean (Johnson) of Vienna, VA.; Robert of Los Gatos, CA; Jack of Alexandria, VA; and Pat (Lefebvre) of Ballston Spa.

Bill attended New Utrecht High School and St. John’s University where he earned a B.A. and a master’s degree in history. He enjoyed many years playing high school and sandlot

baseball at the Parade Grounds and Marine Park in Brooklyn. Bill was a combat veteran of the Korean War. He served in the 3rd Division and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and became the personnel administrative specialist and acting Sergeant Major of the 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment.

After military service Bill pursued a 40-year career in the field of education. This included teaching, serving as Dean of Students and as Assistant Principal. He most enjoyed teaching American history to junior high school students in Brooklyn. His teaching skills extended into the realm of sports where he guided young boys and his sons’ Little League teams in developing skills and sportsmanship.

Bill married Jean A. Gengenbach of Brooklyn, New York on April 11, 1955. They lived in Franklin Square, Long Island for more than 30 years, raising their family there. In retirement, he relocated in 1992 to Saratoga Springs, New York. He became an avid golfer and delighted in playing in and around the Saratoga area. Jean and Bill spent many happy winters in Jupiter, Florida.

His grandchildren are Drake,

Blaize, Jacqueline and Hollis Johnson; Olivia and Theo Lohrer; Maggie, Lizzie and Jack Jr. Lohrer; and Jesse and Riley Lefebvre. His great-grandchild is Sebastian Johnson.

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 – 8 p.m. on Friday November 1, at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11a.m. on Saturday, November 2, at St. Clements Church, 231 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY.

Burial with Military Honors will take place on November 4, at 11:00 a.m. at the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY.

Memorial contributions in Bill’s name can be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuneralhome.com.

Thomas Leroy Michael Hatlee

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Thomas Leroy Michael Hatlee, 81, passed peacefully October 25, 2024 after a long illness. Calling hours are 9:30-10:30, November 8 at Church of St. Peter followed by Mass. Burial with military honors at 12 p.m. at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations to preferred veteran’s organization or Adopt a Solider. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Who Cooked for George Washington? Gen. John Burgoyne’s Elopement, & more: Saratoga National Historical Park Hosts Fall Lecture Series

STILLWATER — Saratoga National Historical Park and the Friends of Saratoga Battlefield welcomes a series of distinguished scholars and historians for its annual Fall Lecture Series. These speakers will discuss a variety of topics to help us examine and better understand our shared histories as we approach the 250th anniversaries of the Revolutionary War and the founding of the United States. Reservations are required and may be made by emailing: SARA_reservations@nps.gov.

The schedule is as follows: Washington’s War Time Cooks - Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:30 pm, Visitor Center. Although there is only one “Washington’s Headquarters” in New York, there are numerous signs around the region stating, “Washington slept here.”

Which means he also ate there. Typically, however, not food prepared by the household’s cook, but by his own staff, led by Hannah Till, an enslaved woman, and her husband Isaac. Who were they? What skills may they have had? Join us as we look at current research on Hannah & Isaac and ponder what it may have been like to travel and cook around the region for Washington.

Speaker Lavada Nahon is a culinary historian with 30 years public history experience. She focuses on New Netherland and New York, 17th through 19th centuries, specifically, the lives and cultures of Africans and their descendants, enslaved and free and is the first Interpreter of African American History for New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Bureau of

Historic Sites.

From the Battlefield to the Stage: The Many Lives of General John BurgoyneThursday, Nov. 14, 6:30 pm, Visitor Center.

The Compleat Victory: Leadership and Strategy in the Saratoga Campaign of 1777 - Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 pm, Visitor Center.

Saratoga National Historical Park encompasses five sites including the Saratoga Battlefield, General Philip Schuyler’s House, Victory Woods, the Saratoga Monument and Sword Surrender Site totaling 3,579 acres. For more information about Saratoga National Historical Park, call the Visitor Center at 518- 670-2985, visit www.nps.gov/sara or find the park on Facebook or Twitter @ SaratogaNHP.

November is National Adoption Awareness Month

November is National Adoption Awareness Month! Did you know about 1 in 3 Americans are connected to adoption? Join modern adoption conversations with Francine Apy and SoulFilling. Follow along for daily insights, inspiring stories, and fresh perspectives that spark adoption

conversations at home, work, school, and in our communities. Whether adoption touches you personally or you’re a teacher, coach, social worker, or counselor, SoulFilling welcomes you to join a new adoption conversation! For local events, visit www.SoulFillingAdoption.com

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SSPF Presents: “The Underground Railroad Revisited” Nov. 6

SARATOGA SPRINGS

—“The Underground Railroad Revisited: A New Interpretation of an Old Story” an in-person program at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, will be presented at the Frederick Allen Lodge, 69 Beekman St. The program is presented by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, in partnership with the Underground Railroad Education Center.

Paul and Mary Liz Stewart, independent researchers, and Scholars-in-Residence at Russell Sage College, will bring their seminal research

on the Underground Railroad movement to the public. The Underground Railroad, often remembered as being characterized by tunnels, dark of night escapes, coded language, and hidey-holes, was far more extensive and complex than these ideas have led us to believe.

In the midst of significant pro-slavery sentiment, New York State was home to many abolitionists working to abolish the institution of slavery in the state and nation and it was visited by many who had escaped enslavement and sought a life

19th Annual Restaurant Week Starts Nov. 4

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Discover Saratoga’s Annual Restaurant Week is back for its 19th year, running from Monday, Nov. 4 to Sunday, Nov. 10.

The dining experience features specially priced three-course dinners for $25 or $35 plus tax and tip at participating Saratoga County restaurants. Each meal includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. Some restaurants are also offering lunch specials for $15 plus tax and tip

For more information, visit https://www.discoversaratoga.org/ events/restaurant-week/

Tickets are $10 for SSPF members and $15 for nonmembers and should be purchased in advance. For additional information or to purchase tickets, please visit

www.saratogapreservation.org, call 518-587-5030, or email

Sydney Hedge, Preservation and Programs Coordinator, at shedge@saratogapreservation. org

Saratoga County Caregivers Conference in Saratoga SpringsRegistration Open to Nov. 7

SARATOGA SPRINGS

—Registration is open for its free Caregivers Conference presented by Saratoga County’s Department of Aging and Youth Services.

The Conference will take place 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Holiday Inn Saratoga - 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Those interested can register online at www.saratogacountyny.gov/ DAYS or call the Department at 518-884-4100 by Nov. 7.

The conference, entitled “A Guide to Caregiving,”

brings together caregivers, healthcare professionals, and experts from various fields to share knowledge, resources, and experiences to empower, educate, and support caregivers.

To learn more about the Caregivers Conference, contact the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services at 518-8844100 or visit the department’s webpage on the Saratoga County website at www. saratogacountyny.gov/DAYS. of freedom.

The Underground Railroad Revisited, presented in a program this week.

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Local Scout Honored with Lifesaving and Meritorious Action Award

Cole Donnarumma, a scout in Saratoga Spring’s Cub Scout Pack 4016, was honored at the October 24th Twin Rivers Council Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner by receiving the Lifesaving and Meritorious Action award. Cole was able to put recently-learned first aid skills to use when his older brother Liam started choking on his dinner. Cole quickly leapt into action, performing the Heimlich maneuver on Liam, dislodging the food and saving his life. Pictured is Cole with Den Leader John DeMarco.

For more information about scouting, contact John Koch at saratogascouter@kochny.com. Adventure Awaits – start your Scouting journey!

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Voter Intimidation: What It Is, What To Do About It Saratoga County Early Voting Sites Seeing

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—Both federal and state laws protect New Yorkers against voter intimidation. Voter intimidation is a crime and civil offense under New York election law.

It can involve the threat of – or use of – force, violence, obstruction, or interference.

Voter intimidation can also involve the use of deceptive or fraudulent communication that impedes, prevents, or otherwise interferes with the

free exercise of voting by a registered voter.

Voter intimidation can take many forms including individuals or groups patrolling outside of polling places and trying to scare people out of the voting line, or civilians dressing as law enforcement officers and harassing voters at poll sites. Additionally, poll watchers may not solicit votes, stand in the vicinity of privacy booths, capture images of voters within the polling place, or distribute,

wear, or carry political literature, posters, banners, or buttons.

Any actual intimidation or attempts to intimidate should be reported immediately to the Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Election Protection Hotline at 1-866-390-2992, or submitted online using the Office of the New York State Attorney General’s online Election Complaint Form, at: https:// electionhotline.ag.ny.gov/.

More Than 4,000 Voters Per Day

SARATOGA COUNTY — Early voting got underway Saturday, Oct. 26 at five locations in Saratoga County, and will continue for a total of nine days, through and including Sunday, Nov. 3.

The first five days of Early Voting (Oct. 26 through Oct. 30, inclusively) saw a total of 22,954 county voters.

The voter breakdown per registered party, according to the Saratoga County Board of Elections:

Democratic Party — 8,541.

Republican Party — 7,998.

NOP (No Party) — 5,005.

All other parties comb. — 1,410.

All voters may vote at any poll site, and hours – which have been extended – are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

The five Early Voting sites are - Board of Elections: 50 W. High St, Ballston Spa; Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library: 475 Moe Rd, Clifton Park; Gavin Park: 10 Lewis Rd, Saratoga Springs; Greenfield Firehouse No. 1: 13 S. Greenfield Rd, Greenfield Center; Malta Community Center: 1 Bayberry Dr, Malta; Saratoga Springs Rec Center: 15 Vanderbilt Ave, Saratoga Springs.

Voter intimidation is a crime and civil offense under New York election law.

City Fills Vacant Seat with Interim Appointment –

Jan. 28 “Special” Election Still On The Table

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The position – which is both departmental and legislativehas been vacant for two-and-ahalf months, and Kuczynski will “stay on as long as he needs to,” Mayor John Safford said.

That service period may be as brief as 13 weeks – which would include six regular meetings of the council, which is now in its budget season – or somewhat longer.

Earlier this month the council approved a resolution to request a “special” election be held Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 to elect a Commissioner of Public Works/City Council member to complete the term through Dec. 31, 2025, identical to the term of the other four currently held City Council seats.

County Board of Elections approval of that Jan. 28 date, however, has yet to move forward with Saratoga County Republican Election Commissioner Joseph Suhrada saying he had “three points of concern” related to the matter – legal, practical and financial. That first concern seems to have been satisfied this week.

“The Attorney General sent back a letter a couple of days ago which says: seems like it is (legal),” Suhrada said on Oct. 30, “so that removes that issue.” He said his other concerns were utilizing the new incoming voting machines with “a steep learning curve” and the city of Saratoga Springs paying the costs associated with the January election, which he estimated at $40,000 to $50,000.

Saratoga Springs Accounts Commissioner and City Assessor Dillon Moran countered that given the tax revenue the city of Saratoga Springs forwards the

county, the finances ought be the county’s responsibility, and that the long-standing voting machines currently in use could be used for the special election.

At its monthly meeting on Sept. 17, the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of 241 new voting machines and associated equipment from Clear Ballot Group, Inc. at a total cost of $1.76 million to replace the voting machines currently in use. The county board resolution states the new machines will be in operation for six years and cites a purchase agreement commencing Sept. 18, 2024, but does not appear to signal an implementation date associated with their use, only that “the County Board of Elections need to replace the fleet of voting machines currently in use.”

Suhrada noted that this week’s election is utilizing the longstanding equipment, and that the new machines have yet to arrive.

Attorney Sarah Burger, founding member of the multipractice law firm Burger Law Group, and former Saratoga Springs city attorney, is anticipated to be the Democratic Party candidate for DPW Commissioner.

Chuck Marshall, who works as director of real estate at Stewart’s Shops and as chairman of the Saratoga Springs Planning Board, is anticipated to be the Republican Party candidate for DPW Commissioner.

Hank Kuczynski Approved as Interim Commissioner of Public Works

Kuczynski, whose wife and grandchildren were present for his appointment as interim DPW Commissioner/ City Council member Oct. 29, had previously

served as city deputy mayor. In late 2001, then-Saratoga Springs Mayor Ken Klotz appointed Kuczynski as the first deputy mayor in the city’s history.

The Commissioner of Public Works is departmentally responsible for oversight of Saratoga Springs’ street and highway maintenance, its buildings and grounds, and for ensuring that the water system provides sufficient quantities of safe potable water, among other duties.

The position also plays a role in the legislative body of city government by placing the commissioner at the City Council table. The Council

proposes and enacts legislation and establishes policy for the city. The mayor and four commissioners form the fivemember City Council, and having five members is key in potentially acting as a tiebreaking vote in any deadlocked cityrelated decisions at the table where majority rules. Prior DPW Commissioner Jason Golub announced his pending resignation in mid-July with a departure date in mid-August.

Hank Kuczynski at City Hall on Oct. 29, 2024, just after being sworn-in as Commissioner of Public Works.

by Thomas Dimopoulos.

SARATOGA HOSPITAL

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Voter Registration Up 16.6% in Saratoga County Since 2016: Dems, “Blank” See Biggest Growth

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — There are just over 177,000 registered active voters in Saratoga County according to the most recent state Board of Election

Active Registered Voter Saratoga County Enrollment, Presidential Elections 2008-2024

statistics, up from 169,000 registered voters during the 2020 election, and just under 152,000 in 2016.

That 16.6% increase of overall county registered voters during the past eight years – up more than 25,000 in actual numbers - has also led to a fluctuation in party affiliation.

Voters registering with the Democratic Party, and those registering to vote with NO Party affiliation, or “blanks,” have seen the largest growth.

Saratoga County voters registered with the Democratic Party has grown by 29.4%up nearly 12,000 since 2016, whereas members registered with the Republican Party has increased by 3.5% - an increase of just over 2,100 voters in that same time.

more than 12,000 voters, a growth of more than 30%.

In the 2016 Presidential Election, Donald Trump/ Mike Pence received 54,575 votes from Saratoga County voters, compared to 50,913 received by Hillary Clinton/ Tim Kaine.

In 2020, the Joe Biden/ Kamala Harris ticket received 68,471 (51.62%) county votes, against 61,305 (46.21%) votes by the incumbent Donald Trump/ Mike Pence (R,C) campaign.

For the past several years running, the presidential candidate receiving the most votes in Saratoga County has also secured the White House. County Registered Voters and Party Affiliation, according to the NYS Board of Elections 2024

*Note: the balance of registered voters, which accounts for 10,000 to 15,000 in any given year, is comprised of voters registered with third or independent parties.

* Voters registered by county figures for 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2020 are November in that election year. Figures for 2024 are voters registered as of February, 2024 – the most recent information available from the NYS Board of Elections.

Voter registration with the Conservative Party has grown by about 785, and the Working Families Party by about 125. Voters registered with “other” parties has decreased by nearly 1,700, while “blanks” – that is registered voters with No Party affiliation – has increased by

Saratoga County Active Registered Voters

Democrat - 52,331

Republican – 62,874

Blank / No Party – 50,217

Other – 8,019

Conservative – 3,208

Working Families – 575

Total – 177,214

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

This adorable townhome at 29 Jaipur Lane in Saratoga Springs was listed by Gary Squires and sold by Valerie Thompson from Roohan Realty for $290,000

BALLSTON

Kathleen Boyajy sold property at 9 Conifer Dr to Caitlyn Crowley for $450,000

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 17 Appleton St to Ryszard Lesiak for $637,962

Barbera Homes Kelley Farms sold property at 46 Saddle Brook Blvd to Daniel Halbig for $952,102

Stacey Passarell sold property at 12 Lancaster Dr to Pamela McGrail for $555,000

CORINTH

James Troiano sold property at 6 Heather Lane to Kelly Schoonover for $380,000

GREENFIELD

Kristie Middlebrook sold property at 206 Plank Rd to Kevin Hanna for $152,000

MALTA

Ralph Peluso sold property at 11 Vettura Ct to Lyle Van Vranken for $464,900

James Russo sold property at 35 Thimbleberry Rd to Austyn Biesler for $315,000

Robert Anderson sold property at 15 Saratoga Farm Rd to Elizabeth Morey for $1,755,103

MILTON

David Swinton sold property at 408 Geyser Rd to Brian Muller for $245,000

Joanne Hamilton sold property at 783 Schuyler Way to Abbott Lifetime Trust for $495,000

SARATOGA

DPEC Village Dr sold property at 1231 NYS Rt 9P to Daniel Brisman for $1,965,000

John Zdeb sold property at 1104 NYS Rt 9P to Brenda Cirincione for $1,425,000

Marianne Morse sold property at 187 Haas Rd to Scott Belfield for $450,000

American Battlefield Trust sold property at Evans St and US Rt 4 to United States of America for $183,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Esthetics Smile LLC sold property at 181 Division St Unit 205 to KMA Prime Holdings for $570,000

Eugene Sakos sold property at 79 York Ave to Eric Griskowitz for $450,000

Laurence Krison sold property at 24 Winners Circle to Junebrook LLC for $380,000

Melinda Ylagan sold property at 16 Sundance Dr to William Gotimer for $699,900

Brian OConnell sold property at 66 Tompion Lane to Francis Locascio for $359,900

Nicholas Sheridan sold property at 14 Crommelin Dr to Andrew Chillrud for $740,000

William Gorgos sold property at 9 Wedgewood Dr to Karen Wallingford for $560,000

Charles Senecal sold property at 79 Hathorn Blvd to Patrick Arpei for $320,000

Jaime Kennedy sold property at 59 Piping Rock Circle to Brittany Hart for $592,500

Matthew Melewski sold property at 31 Vanderbilt Ave to Bailey Gallison for $399,000

Adelphi owner II LLC sold property at 19 Washington St Apt 453 to LBC Elite LLC for $950,625

Adelphi owner II LLC sold property at 19 Washington St Apt 453 to LBC Elite LLC for $950,625

Adelphi owner II LLC sold property at 19 Washington St Apt 551 to Saratoga Fifth LLC for $1,325,000

WILTON

Jessica Todd sold property at 35 Jones Rd to Colleen Single for $515,000

Eric Messineo sold property at 79 Damascus Dr to Bradford Campion for $536,000

Forest Grove LLC sold property at 31 Daintree Dr to Holli Crear for $607,713

Saratoga Entrepreneurs Strut Their Stuff at Startup Event

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

At Startup Saratoga, an event reminiscent of the hit ABC reality series “Shark Tank,” local entrepreneurs took to the Universal Preservation Hall stage last Wednesday night to pitch their business ideas. After introductory songs like “Electric Avenue” by Eddy Grant and “Intergalactic” by the Beastie Boys rocked the hall, slide show presentations documented the dollars, cents, and details of each presenter’s venture.

Kirk Becker, co-founder and CEO of Rushdown Studios, discussed his video game company’s many projects and rapid growth.

“We started with three

people in 2021 and now we’re 30 people three years later,”

Becker said to a round of applause. “We were profitable year one; we doubled our revenue in year two.”

Rushdown’s office, located above the AMC movie theater in downtown Saratoga, houses about half of the company’s employees (the rest are remote workers). The company has contributed to a number of notable games, including PUBG, Among Us, League of Legends, and Last Epoch. Becker said Rushdown is expected to grow to about 100 people, with jobs frequently being posted to the company’s LinkedIn page. He sought advice from event attendees on company growth and talent recruitment.

Foothills Farm co-founder Max Poritzky explained how his company’s solar-powered

vertical hydroponic container farm operated. Foothills grows specialty lettuces, leafy greens, and culinary herbs year-round with no pesticides, delivering more than a ton of fresh produce to local restaurants such as Hamlet & Ghost, Kindred, and The Brook Tavern.

Poritzky said he was seeking partnerships with local businesses, governments, and educational institutions.

“I think the technology in farming is sort of a wakeup call,” Poritzky said. “You think about the old farming model, it’s not sexy, right? But I think that we’re in a new time. When

you bring students, young students, into this thing, their eyes just blow up. It’s really incredible.”

Julien Bouget, a FrenchAmerican physicist, discussed his company re:Charge-e, which aims to provide universal charging solutions for electric micromobility. re:Charge-e says it can power more than 100 bikes or scooters with the same amount of energy required to power one electric car.

Earlier this year, re:Charge-e and the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) deployed a new universal wireless charging station in Amsterdam, New

York, in support of CDTA’s bikeshare program. It was the first such installation in the country to use wireless power transfer to charge a variety of shared electric micromobility bicycles.

Bouget said his company is now seeking a $2 million seed investment to help expand this system to the entire Capital Region within the next few years.

The Startup Saratoga event, a collaboration between the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and Startup Tech Valley, also featured speakers from irl Media and P1ston.

Julien Bouget tells Startup Saratoga attendees about his company re:Charge-e at the Universal Preservation Hall. Photo by Jonathon Norcross.

Money, Awareness Raised for Wellspring

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— The Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) has donated $4,500 to Wellspring, a local nonprofit that supports survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

“We are proud to support Wellspring’s effort to create a community that will not look the other way when it comes to relationship violence,” said Greg Connors, President and CEO of SEDC, in a statement. “Wellspring not only cares for survivors, but works to prevent violence.”

Wellspring provides a 24-hour hotline, an emergency shelter, a housing program, prevention education, and helps clients with legal services, orders

of protection, and financial management. Wellspring’s services are confidential and free for all.

“We answer more than 2,000 hotline calls a year,” said Maggie Fronk, CEO of Wellspring. “Calls from our very own community. Abuse happens behind closed doors and is more prevalent than most people realize. Everyone knows someone who has experienced abuse. We appreciate SEDC for highlighting the critical issue of domestic violence and fostering a community committed to change.”

“The worst thing for us is when we hear ‘I wish I knew about you sooner,’” said Stevie Fellows, director of philanthropy and community engagement

Love Our Locals Campaign Returns

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SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce is kicking off its Love Our Locals $20.24 campaign, an initiative that emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and non-profit organizations.

The campaign will begin on Friday, November 1 and continue until the end of the year. During this time, residents and tourists who support any business or non-profit in Saratoga County by spending

for Wellspring. “We are really grateful for this opportunity, because what Wellspring does is often private and not something people talk about.”

or donating $20.24 or more are eligible to enter a gift card giveaway.

Individuals are encouraged to submit their receipts of $20.24 or more online at www. saratoga.org/love-our-locals to enter. Each week, the Chamber will randomly select winners for $100 in gift cards to businesses across the county.

Love Our Locals $20.24 is sponsored by SaratogaWine. com and other area businesses that donate gift cards as prizes.

Chamber President Todd Shimkus (right) poses with Joann and Matt Swapp of Saratoga Wine Exchange in support of

Love Our Locals $20.24 campaign. Photo provided by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.

From left to right: Victoria Niles, Member/Stakeholder Services Coordinator; Greg Connors, President & CEO, SEDC; John Munter, Chairman, SEDC; Maggie Fronk, CEO, Wellspring; Stevie Fellows, Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement, Wellspring; Patricia Beattie, Operations Manager, SEDC; Deann Devitt Assistant, Vice President, Adirondack Trust Co., Member, Board of Directors, Wellspring. Photo provided by the SEDC.

Empire State U Prof Releases New Book on Celebrities and Parasocial Relationships

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Gayle Stever, a professor in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Empire State University, has co-authored a new book titled “Parasocial Experiences: Psychological Theory and Application.” The book, published by Oxford University Press, was released on October 25.

Giles addresses theoretical traditions and how they relate to parasocial relationships, including psychoanalytic theory and dream analysis. Stever offers her insight from

the participant observer, which she conveys through interviews with famous actors who have active fan groups, including Alexander Siddig, Nana Visitor, Robert Picardo, and Denise Crosby.

Stever also explores the implications of a newer dynamic within parasocial relationships with the use of Cameo, a website where fans can purchase a custom-made video, for a fee, on a variety of topics from their favorite celebrities.

Stever said parasocial

relationships have always existed in pop culture and the increase in access to likeminded fan communities on the internet has caused them to become an even more visible aspect of pop culture.

“All one has to do is go back to the era of Elvis or Beatlemania to see that these influences in our culture have been significant as a part of mass media culture,” Stever said in a statement.

Stever and her co-author David Giles are well-revered in the field of parasocial relationships and previously coauthored “Understanding Media Psychology,” which is currently undergoing revision for a second edition.

The cover of Empire State University Professor Gayle Stever’s new book, “Parasocial Experiences: Psychological Theory and Application,” released last Friday via Oxford University Press.

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Skidmore Biology Professor Wins Global Award $52K in Scholarships Up For Grabs

WILTON — Kelly’s Angels, a local charity, announced last week that it is now accepting applications from high school seniors for its expanded college scholarship program that includes 14 Capital Region institutions and $52,000 in scholarships.

“These scholarships aim to encourage students who have faced adversity at a young age to keep persevering and moving forward,” said Mark Mulholland, founder and president of Kelly’s Angels, in a statement.

Two $1,500 scholarships will be awarded at each of the following area high schools: Saratoga Springs, Saratoga Central Catholic, South Glens Falls, Fort Edward, Glens Falls, Hoosic Valley, Hudson Falls, Lake George, Mechanicville, Queensbury, Ravena-CoeymansSelkirk, Shenendehowa, Stillwater, and Whitehall.

To qualify for this scholarship, the student must be a graduating senior at one of the 14

eligible high schools, have plans to continue their education at an institution of higher learning, be a hardworking student (but not necessarily the highest achieving), have a need for financial assistance, have persevered in the face of adversity, and have shown a commitment to serving others, especially other children.

Online applications are being accepted now through March 14, 2025. For more information, email kellysangelsinc@gmail. com.

Kelly’s Angels is a 501(c) (3) charitable organization that supports children in New York’s Capital Region whose lives have been forever changed by the loss of a parent or sibling to cancer or other illness, and families who are battling a life-threatening condition. Kelly’s Angels was founded in 2010 by WNYT-TV/ NewsChannel13 anchor Mark Mulholland in memory of his late wife, Kelly, who lost her battle with cancer in 2007 at the age of 37.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore College Professor of Biology Jason Breves recently became the first researcher from a liberal arts college to receive a top global honor in the field of comparative endocrinology when he won the 2025 Grace E. Pickford Medal from the International Federation of Comparative Endocrinological Societies.

Upon receiving the medal, Breves will deliver a lecture describing his research at the federation’s conference in Sendai, Japan in July 2025.

“I’m honored to receive this medal from such a distinguished community of endocrinologists and appreciate that the research I’ve pursued is receiving this recognition,” Breves said in a statement. “I’m especially proud to see Skidmore listed among the small number of top institutions whose researchers

have received the Pickford Medal. This award is an example of our strong natural science programs at Skidmore and the robust research that fellow faculty and I have been able to pursue together with Skidmore students.”

The lead scientist in Skidmore College’s Laboratory of Comparative Physiology, Breves works to understand how the endocrine system enables animals to thrive in dynamic environments.

Skidmore College Professor of Biology Jason Breves poses with some of his research subjects. Photo via Skidmore College.

Writing the Right Word by

Dave Dowling

Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices.

This Week: Wangle, Wrangle

Wangle means to gain by trickery or contrivance. He wangled a job for which he had no qualifications. Wrangle means to argue or debate something angrily. The two coaches wrangled over the umpire’s call. Wrangle also means herding or tending saddle horses. Paul has been wrangling horses in Virginia for many years now.

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

Food

Pot Roast with Vegetables The Big Move

SATURDAYS

9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

WILTON MALL FOOD COURT

TheSaratoga Farmers’ Market is on the move with the Holiday/Winter Market at Wilton Mall.

It takes place every Saturday from 9:30 to 1:30 in the food court area near the movie theatre starting Saturday, November 2nd and running through April 26th. This year the market will be hosting over 50 vendors with a diverse variety of locally grown and produced goods.

Live music will continue throughout the season and the market will be welcoming weekly guests throughout November and December to help promote local artisans, authors and crafters to help spread the spirit of ‘all things local’ for the holiday season.

Consider supporting the market by purchasing a wooden snowflake on site and add your name to it for the holiday season. Snowflakes will be hung at the market as part of a display. The market is a 501(c)3 organization and monies help with free programming, administrative costs and supplies needed.

Breads & Baked Goods: Bakery Suzanne, Baked With Love By Sabreen, Caliva Cookie Co, Great Northern Pantry, Katie Bakes Gluten Free, Night Work Bread, Parchment Baking Company, Saratoga Apple. Sweet Treats by Jennifer LLC

Coffee: Nally Coffee

Dairy: Argyle Cheese Farmer, Nettle Meadow

Eggs: Hepatica Farm, Holly & Vine Farm, Jireh Organic Farm & Livestock of NY, Kokinda Farm, Squash Villa Farm

Flowers (and more): Halfmoon Harvest, Lovin’ Mama Farm

Honey (and honey items): Ballston Lake Apiaries, Slate Valley Farm

Jams: Kokinda Farm, Slate Valley Farm, Tyromance Fine snacks

Maple Syrup: Slate Valley Farm

Meats: Grazin’ Acres, Hepatica Farm, Holly & Vine Farm, Jireh Organic Farm & Livestock of NY, Long Lesson Farm, May-k-Mark

Produce: Gomez Veggie Ville, Grazin’ Acres, Leaning Birch, Lovin’ Mama Farm, Saratoga Apple, Squash Villa Farm, Tiny Garden Microgreens, Underwoods’s Greenhouse/Shushan Valley Hydro Farm

Spirits: Albany Distilling, Autumn Harvest Vineyard, Yankee Distillers LLC, The Bull and Bee

Meadery

Specialty Items: Awakened Tonics, Eat with Aliens, Muddy Trail Jerky Company, MycroRadiance, Northbound Boutique, Pebble + Fern, Peroigi-Pierogi-Pyroogi, Pucker’s Gourmet, Saran River Ranch, Saratoga Candles, Saratoga Peanut Butter Company, Saratoga Suds ’n’ Stuff, Sydney Anechiarico Jewelry, The Mushroom shop,

Ready to Eat: Back to Zero Foods, Daily Fresh, Euro Delicacies, La Capital Tacos, Rob & Traci’s All Things Delicious, Tyromance Fine Snacks Trees & Wreaths: Scotch Ridge Berry & Tree Farm

The Saratoga Farmer’s Market is open on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Wilton Mall in the food court area. The Holiday/Winter Market takes place from November 2nd through April 26th. Find us online a www.saratogafarmersmarket. org, where you can sign up for our weekly newsletter, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @SaratogaFarmersMarket.

YIELDS: 8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 3 hours

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 1 boneless beef chuck-eye or other chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds)*

• 2 teaspoons pepper

• 2 teaspoons salt, divided

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 medium onions, cut into 1-inch pieces*

• 2 celery ribs, chopped*

• 3 garlic cloves, minced*

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme*

• 2 bay leaves*

• 1 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth*

• 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth

• 1 pound small red potatoes, quartered*

• 4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces*

• 6 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces*

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley*

• Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 325°. Pat roast dry with a paper towel; tie at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Sprinkle roast with pepper and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown roast on all sides. Remove from pan.

Add onions, celery and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the same pan; cook and stir over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until onions are browned. Add garlic, tomato paste, thyme and bay leaves; cook and stir 1 minute longer.

Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan; stir in broth. Return roast to pan. Arrange potatoes, parsnips and carrots around roast; bring to a boil. Bake, covered, until meat is fork-tender, 2-2-1/2 hours.

Remove roast and vegetables from pan; keep warm. Discard bay leaves; skim fat from cooking juices. On stovetop, bring juices to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half (about 1-1/2 cups), 10-12 minutes. Stir in vinegar and parsley; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Remove string from roast. Serve with vegetables and sauce.

Photos provided by Jodie Fitz for Saratoga TODAY

Week of November 1 - November 7, 2024

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

good, old fashioned list. Write down every dish you think you’d like to have for a holiday dinner, or if it’s about baking, then every item you want to bake. A list always helps to drill down to exactly what will be on the menu or what to bake. It is such a wonderful time to bake

“BAKING IS LOVE Made Visible”

Hello my Foodie Friends!

It is the beginning of November and the holidays are right around the corner. In the first days of November, many of us will start planning holiday dinners and baking. While many people start counting down the shopping days left until Christmas, we may be counting the number of Saturdays we have to bake this season and also have to start menu planning for the several big family dinners we will host over the next two months. First thing to do is make a

some of our favorite recipes. Recipes that include; apples, plums, cinnamon, nutmeg, and caramel can be features in warm and comforting cakes and desserts. Time to start getting ready for baking season!

How many of us have

Pumpkin Crumb Cake Muffins

INGREDIENTS

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar

INSTRUCTIONS

• 1 and 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree

• 2 large eggs, at room temperature

• 1/4 cup milk, at room temperature

• Crumb Topping

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a 12-count muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with cupcake liners. This recipe makes 15 muffins, so prepare a second muffin pan in the same manner. Set aside.

2. Make the muffins: In a large bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt together until combined. Set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, eggs and milk together until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, then fold everything together gently just until combined and no flour pockets remain.

3. Spoon the batter into liners, filling them almost full.

4. Make the crumb topping: Whisk the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice together until combined. Using a fork,

• 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

• Maple Icing (optional)

• 1 and 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar

• 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup

• 2 Tablespoons milk

memories of baking as a child? I have to give my mother credit. Having five children running around the house and trying to get us all to join in to make an afterschool treat was not always a successful feat. Her methodology would include giving each of us an assigned duty with a designated spot in the kitchen. One thing to realize when baking with kids, is that it will be messy… it’s ok! My mother would take a deep breath and carry on as flour went flying or an egg hit the floor or the wall. Selecting which recipe to make included having to use some argumentation skills. What my mother did instead was to let us select two or three recipes, and then put on the calendar when we would make them. When the final product came out of the oven smelling delicious, the five of us would be so proud of what we accomplished. The best part of the experience was sharing what we made with friends in the neighborhood or bringing it to visit another family member, or even just taking about the experience at the dinner table that evening. My mother would smile, even if the experience made her

lightly mix in the melted butter until crumbs form. Don’t over-mix. Spoon crumbs evenly on top of the batter and gently press them down into the batter so they’re snug.

5. Bake for 5 minutes at 425 then, keeping the muffins in the oven, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F. Bake for an additional 16-17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The total time these muffins take in the oven is about 21-22 minutes, give or take. Allow the muffins to cool for 10 minutes in the muffin pan as you make the icing. *For mini muffins, bake for 11-13 minutes at 350°F the entire time.

6. Make the icing: Whisk all of the icing ingredients together until combined and smooth. Drizzle over muffins and serve warm.

Recipe courtesy of Sally McKenney at sallysbakingaddiction.com

crazy.

There are many wonderful holiday traditions to bring in your home to help you embrace this beautiful season. Baking with your family is one of those traditions. As the weather cools, now is the time to get into the kitchen and start baking up a storm. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place to help with the baking supplies you will need to have fun making your creations from baking pans, to rolling pins, measuring cups, spoons, spatulas, whisks, bowls, cookie cutters, scoops… you get the idea! Remember my Foodie Friends; “Life Happens in the Kitchen”.

Take Care, John & Paula

Troy Glow 2024, 10-Day Public Art Festival Will Light Up Downtown, Nov. 1-10

TROY — Thirty minutes from Broadway in Saratoga Springs, Broadway in Troy and surrounding blocks will celebrate Troy Glow 2024 with a dazzling 10-day, free, familyfriendly festival that will light up downtown Troy, Nov.1 to Nov. 10.

On Friday, Nov. 1, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., there will be an Opening Night Reception at The Tavern Bar, located at 217 Broadway. Free tours of Glow installations will be given

every hour on the hour from 6 to 8 p.m. starting outside The Tavern.

On Sunday, Nov. 3, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. there will be a family-friendly Troy Glow Block Party and Parade in Franklin Alley, between River Street and Broadway. A variety of events are scheduled throughout the 10-day festival.

Troy Glow is a project of the Arts Center of the Capital Region in partnership with the City of Troy and

the Downtown Troy BID. The project is supported by a grant from Empire State Development, and I LOVE NY/ NY State’s Division of Tourism, awarded through the Regional Economic Development Council initiative.

More information about events and a walking map can be found at www.TroyGlow.com.

Troy Glow 2024 will be staged over a 10-day period beginning Nov. 1 in downtown Troy. Photo provided.

Saratoga Children’s Theatre Presents

Junie B. Jones

SARATOGA SPRINGS— Saratoga Children’s Theatre presents Junie B. Jones Nov. 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 10 and 17 at 1 p.m.

The play is based on the beloved book series as Junie navigates first-grade adventures with humor. Co-directed by Lauren Shirnhofer and Jaynie Parmenter with Thomas Odell as the music director.

For tickets and more information, go to: https://www.saratogachildrenstheatre.org.

Chicago Singer-Songwriter: Two New Albums and a Stage Show at Caffe Lena Nov. 7

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— Chicago-based singersongwriter Michael McDermott, fresh off the release of September’s release of two new albums, performs at Caffe Lena at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7.

The two full albums, one acoustic and one electric, were released on the same day as companion pieces of work. The titles are: Lighthouse on the Shore, the acoustic opus, and East Jesus, the electric collection.

“I guess it’s always been a bit of a balancing act, my multiple personalities,” said McDermott, in a statement. “One of my personalities grew up listening to early Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Odetta, traditional Irish music, and Tom Waits. The other one was raised on The Stones, The Who, Van Morrison, and U2. My songwriting varies wildly, to sometimes great effect and other times a seemingly incoherent array of songs that never find homes on my albums. This time I thought I’d lean into both, make a quiet record and a loud one.”

For more information, go to: caffelena.org.

Metroland Returns as Metroland Now

ALBANY — Metroland, published from 1978 to 2015, has relaunched as a non-profit with a mission of being a source for arts and entertainment in the region, with a special focus on nonprofits and small businesses.

“Our vision for the Metroland Now is to bridge the gap between the different cities in our area—Albany, Schenectady, Troy, and Saratoga,” said Erin Harkes, editor in chief and publisher of Metroland Now. “We want to encourage folks to travel outside of their area a bit. Saratoga is not that far from Albany. We want to physically bridge the gap and remind people of the incredible events happening here and get them excited about coming back out.”

Metroland Now will publish monthly.

Harkes leads a team that includes graphic designer Kiki Vassilakis, associate editor TJ Foster, multimedia manager Andy Scullin, and a total of 10 volunteers - six of whom had been with Metroland from its origins.

“If we treat our region like one big, beautiful city I think we can see some positive results for our vibrant arts and entertainment scene,” said Harkes in a statement. “There’s no reason we can’t rival places like Austin, Texas with the amount of talent this region has to offer.”

Hard copy issues may be picked up at some area Stewart’s locations, as well as Caffe Lena. For a full list of pick-up locations and more information, go to: www.themetroland.com.

Michael McDermott, live at Caffe Lena Nov. 7. Photo: Will Byington.

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NOV. 1-7

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1

Ski & Snowboard Movie Benefit: 75

Trombley Auditorium, Maple Avenue, Middle School, 515 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Alpine Sport Shop in Saratoga Springs will host Warren Miller’s New Ski & Snowboard Movie 75, which celebrates 75 years of ski movies! Tickets are $15 purchased in store, in person at Alpine Sport Shop, 321 Clinton St. Saratoga Springs and $20 at the door, the night of the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. All profits will benefit Saratoga High School Alpine Ski Team and Double H Ranch Adaptive Winter Sports Program.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2

Annual Fall Artisan Sale

Barn at the Bridge, Lake Hill Rd., Burnt Hills | 9 a.m. – 4

p.m. Barn at the Bridge is hosting our annual Fall Artisan Sale. Bring the whole familywe have food trucks, live music, farm animals, and 30 + vendors. This curated event features true craftmanship and spotlights so much local talent. Come see familiar faces and many new vendors. Shop for the Holidays and support your local Artisans. The event continues on Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Gem & Mineral Show

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eight local mineral, fossil and jewelry dealers will be on hand. Shop for rocks, minerals, gems, fossils, handmade jewelry, metaphysical stones, and more. Admission $5, children under 12 and Scouts in uniform are free when accompanied by an adult. The event continues on Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Fallback 5 Mile Trail Race

Saratoga Spa State Park, 19 Roosevelt Dr., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. It’s that time of year! Set your clocks back, fall back in bed for that extra hour, and emerge bright-eyed and bushy tailed, ready to breathe crisp, autumn air and tackle some serious trails in historic Saratoga Spa State Park. The Fallback 5 Mile Trail Racecourse is a combination of hills, ridges, and single track, with a few wide trails, paved sections, and grassy areas, showcasing sections of the park some may have never seen before. This is nature’s original obstacle course at its finest. (There is even a stair climb on a section near SPAC.) Registration and early bib pick up, in person on Saturday, November 2 from Noon –2 p.m. at iRun Local, 425 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, pre-register fee is $30 (cash or check only). Last minute registration 8:30 – 9:30 on race day, fee is $35.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4

Galway Preservation Society Meeting

Galway Town Hall, 5910 Sacandaga Road, Galway | Doors open at 6:45 p.m., followed by this month’s program at 7 p.m. on the American Revolution. This month we shall see a newly released documentary celebrating America’s 250th birthday. This video focuses on the local area and was created by Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds, the film’s director, and Galway resident and videographer Dave Waite. Both Rick and Dave plan to be in attendance to answer questions after the presentation. Our programs are open to the public, free of charge. Annual family or household memberships are

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5

Annual Election Day Chili Feast

The Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta Ridge | 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. The menu will feature chili, tossed salad, hard rolls, and homemade cookies. Eat-in or take-out is available. Donation is $10. Tickets will be sold at the door. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518581-0210.

Annual Election Day Chicken & Biscuit Dinner Take Out

Middle Grove United Methodist Church, 429 Middle Grove Rd. Middle Grove | 4 – 7 p.m. Drive thru-take out only. Tickets: $12 includes chicken & gravy with peas and carrots, homemade biscuit, apple crisp. Dinners Tickets $12.

Take-Out Chicken BBQ & Bake Sale

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 4:30 –6:30 p.m. The Ladies of Charity will be hosting the dinner. meal includes, ½ of Chicken, cornbread, roasted potatoes, and side of coleslaw. Price is $18 (cash or check only). Call Gail Veith at 518-429-9455 to reserve your meal. Bake sale will include: cakes, breads, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, muffins, and other specialties homemade by our members.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Medicare 101

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 10:30 a.m. Attend this informational program with Medicare specialist Audra Higgins to learn more about Medicare plan types, the enrollment process, changing to a different plan, and beyond. The 2025 Medicare plan annual enrollment ends in December. Registration required. 518-3718622. www.cphlibrary.org

Senior Housing Options

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1:30 p.m. Presented by Choice Connections. Join us for a conversation with local housing placement expert and certified senior advisor, Renee Birnbaum from Choice Connections NY. This talk will help you understand home care options and cost of care, senior housing options: cost, amenities and levels of care, as well as an overview of other care options and resources in community to help you age in place.

Stuffed Chicken Breast Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. and noon to place an order at 518-584-2585. Menu: boneless stuffed chicken breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cranberry sauce, roll, tossed salad. Dinner for $15 (cash only).

Homemade Pumpkin Puree

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 W. High St., Ballston Spa | 5 – 7 p.m. Make pumpkin puree for pumpkin spice latte (coffee), pumpkin chia latte (tea), or pumpkin pie. Made with homemade oat milk. Register at 518-885-8995. Cost is $15.

Poetry Reading

Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | Sign ups 6:30 p.m. Caffè Lena will present a poetry reading by Joseph Bruchac. An open mic poetry reading will follow. The readings will start at 7 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students. The featured reading will also be livestreamed. You can find a link for the livestream at caffelena.org. 518-583-0022.

The CCC in Saratoga County and the Adirondacks

Online Zoom Event | 7 - 8:30 p.m. Join Marty Podskoch, historian and author, as he discusses the role and legacy of the CCC in our area.

THURSDAY,

NOVEMBER 7

Washington’s Wartime Cooks

Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center, 648 NY 32, Stillwater | 6:30 p.m. Although there is only one “Washington’s Headquarters” in New York, there are numerous signs around the region stating, “Washington slept here.” Which means he also ate there. Typically, however, not food prepared by the household’s cook, but by his own staff, led by Hannah Till, an enslaved woman, and her husband Isaac. Who were they? What skills may they have had? Join us as we look at current research on Hannah & Isaac and ponder what it may have been like to travel and cook around the region for Washington. Reservations are required by emailing sara_reservations@ nps.gov. Please include the date of the program you wish to attend.

Ballston Spa Zoning Meeting

Cornell Cooperative Extension Auditorium, 50 West High St., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m. The Village of Ballston Spa Zoning Advisory Committee will hold the meeting to discuss their recommendations on changes to the Village Zoning Code. The meeting agenda will focus on zoning recommendations for mobile homes, condos, flood maps and flood insurance. The public is welcome to attend in person or5 through the Zoom link posted on the Village’s website at www.ballstonspa.gov.

The Civilian Conservation Corps began under President Roosevelt’s New Deal to relieve the poverty and unemployment of the Depression. There were over 200 CCC camps in New York State, including one locally in Stillwater, from where men worked developing Saratoga Battlefield as an historic site. A Zoom link will be sent out within 24 hours of the start. This event is free for members. The event is open to the public. It is free for SCHC members, and $5 for nonmembers. Pre-registration is required through the website www.brooksidemuseum.org

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David Thomas Cabano

SARATOGA SPRINGS — David Thomas Cabano, 67, Veteran CBS Cameraman, Six Time Emmy Award Winner, and Kentucky Derby Winner, Dies.

David Thomas Cabano, a distinguished cameraman who spent nearly four decades capturing some of television’s most iconic moments, passed away on October 8, 2024 surrounded by his loving family and friends after a courageous battle with glioblastoma multiforme, a form of brain cancer. He was 67.

Born on June 3, 1957, in Philadelphia, PA, Dave was the eldest of three children born to Louis and Helen Cabano. His early years were marked by a unique global upbringing, as his family lived in London, Lebanon, Rome, Sweden, and Sterling, NJ and eventually settling in Cherry Hill, NJ. These diverse experiences shaped Dave’s love of food, music, and travel.

From a young age, Dave had a passion for sports. He loved playing football, soccer, baseball, and running track as a child and into college, always bringing his competitive spirit and enthusiasm to the field. A devoted fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Dave’s love for the team was a lifelong passion that he carried with him through all the seasons of his life.

Dave went to grammar school overseas and attended Watchung Regional High School and graduated from Cherry Hill East High School in Cherry Hill, NJ, in 1975. He went on to attend Bethany College and later graduated from Rider College in 1979, where he studied journalism, setting the stage for a remarkable career in television.

Dave married the love

of his life, Sheila DiBuono, on September 24, 1994, at St. Augustine’s Church in Larchmont, NY. Together, they raised a beautiful and talented daughter, Catherine Cabano Power, who, along with her husband, Liam Power, survives him. The light of David’s life was his daughter, Catherine, whom he adored and was immensely proud. His devotion to Catherine, Sheila, his dogs Biscotti and Brodie, and his family and friends was the cornerstone of his happiness.

Dave’s professional journey began behind the camera at New Jersey Public Television, where his talent and dedication quickly became evident. His big break came when he was hired by CBS Network in 1982 where he would go on to build a stellar 35-year career. Over the years, Dave worked on a range of major broadcasts, including CBS This Morning, The NFL Today, 60 Minutes, Super Bowls, Olympics, presidential inaugurations, various talk shows and numerous special events, earning him six Emmy Awards for his outstanding contributions to television. He met Sheila, his wife of 30 years, when they both worked on The Joan Rivers Show at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City.

In addition to his career, Dave had a deep passion for horse racing. Dave especially loved the thrill of being in the paddock and winner’s circle at the Saratoga Race Course. He was an enthusiastic member of West Point Thoroughbreds and My Racehorse where he experienced the thrill of ownership firsthand. Dave was fortunate enough to own a small share of Authentic, the racehorse who won the 2020 Kentucky Derby and Breeders Cup Classic, achievements that brought him immense pride and joy.

In 2017, after a long and successful career, Dave retired from CBS and relocated from Greenwich, CT, to Saratoga Springs, NY. He absolutely loved living in Saratoga Springs, where he embraced a welldeserved retirement filled with family and friends. His love for horse racing, photography, music, traveling, and sports brought him great joy.

In addition to his wife and daughter, Dave is survived by his parents, Louis and Helen

Cabano of Marlton, NJ; his brother, Steven Cabano, and his wife, Diane, of Avalon, NJ; and his sister, Christine McIntyre and her husband, Brad of Marlton, NJ.

Dave was cherished by many in his extended family, including his in-laws Joseph and Veronique DiBuono; Brendan DiBuono d. 2001, and Ann O’Neil; Mark DiBuono; Jim and Iraci DiBuono; Eden and Daniel Bird; Dennis and Mary DiBuono; and nieces and nephews Megan McIntyre, Jackson McIntyre, Julia Wunderlich (Kurt), Gabrielle Stickles (Patrick), Alexandra DiBuono, Emmanuelle DiBuono (Emily), Devon DiBuono, Edward Santos, Vivian Nourse (Chris), Mary Gail Cruvant (Barry), Joann DiBuono, Marisa Bird, Kari Bird, Sophie Bird, Anna Bird as well as his Aunt Madeline Cabano, Uncle George and Aunt Dorothy Carrozza. He is also survived by many loving cousins, grand-nieces, nephews and close friends. Dave was pre-deceased by his grandparents, as well as numerous cherished aunts, uncles and friends whom he loved dearly.

Dave Cabano’s impact extended far beyond his impressive career; he was a devoted family man and a loyal friend. His legacy will forever resonate in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Memorial donations in Dave’s name may be may to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. www.trfinc.org

Philip J. Stanley

SARATOGA SPRINGS — It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Philip J. Stanley, 63, on October 28, 2024, after a long, well-fought battle with cancer. Calling hour 12 – 1 p.m., November 4, at Church of St. Peter. Mass following at 1 p.m. Memorial donations to American Cancer Society. Please visit www. burkefuneralhome.com

Ernest L Kilinski

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ernest L Kilinski passed away on October 23, 2024. Visitation was held on October 28, followed by a funeral home service with military honors at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 N. Broadway. Remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Thomas P. Navitski

BOLTON LANDING —

Thomas P. Navitski passed away on October 23, 2024. He was the son of the late Ignatius G. Navitski and Mary M. Shaughnessy Navitski. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time. For condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Ruth A. Clotworthy

GREENFIELD CENTER —

Ruth A. Clotworthy passed away on October 25, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Clarence Spain and Jeanne Perry Spain. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time. For condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare. com.

Donald Joseph Osborne

ROCK CITY FALLS — Donald Joseph Osborne, Sr. passed away on October 27, 2024. Visitation will be on November 1st from 46 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care, Saratoga Springs. A private graveside service with military honors will be at Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, NY. For condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Vicky Tolliver

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Vicky Tolliver passed away on October 26, 2024. She was the daughter of Douglas Pellett and Marion Clark Pellett. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time. For condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Debra Nolan

FORT ANN — Debra Nolan passed away on October 27, 2024. She was the daughter of Leo Nolan and Evelyn Collins Nolan. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time. For condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare. com.

Notice of formation of Phocal Pointe Photography and Drone LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 09/12/2024. 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 LLC at PO Box 332, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13706

Notice of formation of Quadrants LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/18/2024. 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: Quadrants LLC, 1C Imperial Way, Mechanicville NY 12118. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13718

Notice of formation of Quality Tax Prep, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/28/2024 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: 2838 State Route 9, Malta NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13719

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: 476 Moe Road, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 8/9/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 476 Moe Road, LLC, 904 Grooms Road, Rexford, New York 12148. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Company Law. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13730

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: 2515 May Road, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 8/9/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 2515 May Road, LLC, 904 Grooms Road, Rexford, New York 12148. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Company Law.09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13729

Notice of formation of Sunset at South Shore LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/19/24. Office in Saratoga County and 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 1529 Division Street, Charlton, NY 12010. Purpose is any lawful purpose. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13727

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: 1278 Hermance Road, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 8/15/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 1278 Hermance Road, LLC, 904 Grooms Road, Rexford, New York 12148. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Company Law.09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13728

Notice of Formation of SellingSaratoga LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 9/20/2024. 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, 38 High Rock Avenue, Suite 3, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: any lawful activity. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13731

NOTICE: FORMATION OF TIDAL WAVE ANALYTICS LLC. Art. Of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on 09/23/2024. 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, P.O. Box 402, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13736

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: Boni Duplexes, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 8/21/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: Boni Duplexes, LLC, 904 Grooms Road, Rexford, New York 12148. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Company Law. 09/27, 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01/2024. 13737

Notice of formation of Harmony Horsemanship, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/12/2024 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: 2 Hammond Dr Apt B Gansevoort NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13748

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC 89 GARLAND STREET, LLC. Art. of Org. Filed with NYS Dept. of State 09/24/2024. Office Location: Saratoga Co. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: The LLC,

2254 Route 50 South Saratoga Springs

4C Empire Court, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Any lawful purpose. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13753

Notice of formation of 4 OLD STONEBREAK LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/20/2024 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: 5 Old Stonebreak Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13760

Notice of formation of P2 Partners, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 09/23/2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process served to: The LLC at PO Box 50, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: any lawful act. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13777

NOTICE OF QUALIFICATION OF Bridge Global Health, LLC. Application for Authority filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on September 19, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in Georgia on 6/11/21. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon them is: 1 Clay Place, Hapeville, GA 30354. The principal business address and Georgia address

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of the LLC is 1 Clay Place, Hapeville, GA 30354. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of Georgia located at: 214 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13784

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY CORPORATION (LLC). Name: DJ-V Events, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/2/24. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 49 Jane St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Corporation Law. 10/04, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08/2024. 13785

Notice of formation of MorningLine Technologies LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 9/24/2024 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: 23 Fairhill Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15/2024. 13790

Notice of formation of Jodi L. Carson Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the New York State Dept. of State on 07/02/2024. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located 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 Jodi L. Carson Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, PLLC 15 Maria Court, Rexford NY 12148. Company is organized for Professional Nursing as Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry.

10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15/2024. 13791

Notice of formation of Saratoga NY Car Service LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/02/2024 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: 117 Nelson Ave, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15/2024. 13807

Notice of formation of Midnight Twelve LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/01/2024 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: 1237 West River Road, Gansevoort NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15/2024. 13808

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is D-2 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on April 2, 2015. Office Location: 105 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs NY 12866, County of Saratoga. Under section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. The secretary of state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the secretary of state shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 105 Lake Avenue Saratoga Springs NY 12866. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the LLCL. 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22/2024. 13819

Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) Under Section 206 of The Limited Liability Company Law. The name of the LLC is FPI ACQUISITION PARTNERS, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on August 26, 2024. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The office of the LLC is to be located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address of which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is 3 Cedarcrest Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22/2024, 13821

Notice of Formation of Connors Premier LLC, a Domestic Limited Liability Company. Articles of Organization filed with the Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/17/2024. Office location: County of Saratoga. SSNY is designated is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY mail copy to: 7 Oak Ridge Blvd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 10/18, 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22/2024. 13838

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC).

Name: Lansing Property Management and Consulting, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on October 17, 2024. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: Lansing Property Management and Consulting, LLC, 2452 State Route 9, Suite 311, Malta, New York 12020. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Company Law. 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29/2024. 13873

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION FOR A NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

LAW SECTION 206(c) The name of the Limited Liability Company is: THE 2024 ORTLEY AVENUE THOROUGHBRED, LLC. The date of filing of the Articles of Organization with the Department of State was September 27, 2024. The county in New York in which the office of the company is located is: Saratoga. The principal place of business for the Limited Liability Company is: 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to DANIEL F. COLLINS, 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the Laws of the State of New York. 10/25, 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29/2024. 13875

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Notice of formation of CADi Services LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/21/2024. 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: 297 Coy Rd., Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/2024. 13922

Notice of formation of Trailblaza Reliance LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/22/2024. 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: 15 Trieble Avenue STE 5 PMB 438, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/01, 11/08, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/2024. 13928

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by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Historically, first-year teams tend to finish near the bottom of their leagues. It’s difficult to recruit talented players to a new franchise, especially when there’s no guarantee that the team will be successful.

But the Saratoga Racers of the American Basketball Association (ABA) have managed to defy the odds, adding talented veterans and All-Stars to their roster before

winning their first-ever game last Sunday afternoon.

The Racers, led by twotime ABA All-Stars John Ryals and Tobias Holmes, looked surprisingly sharp during their first game, demonstrating unselfish play and making smart passes for easy layups when defenders from the Connecticut Flyeerz were caught sleeping. About 200 spectators watched as Saratoga held an early 34 to 19 lead at the end of the first quarter.

The Racers looked good defensively as well, racking up 18 steals and 4 blocks. They

were especially aggressive on inbound passes, putting pressure on Connecticut across the entire court.

Towards the end of the first half, Shaheem Sanders (an ABA rookie) excited the crowd with two back-to-back dunks. Sanders was also active on the glass, reeling in 14 rebounds. The Schenectady High School alum’s efforts helped keep Saratoga comfortably ahead at halftime, 65 to 49.

But the Racers looked a bit shaky coming out of the halftime break, committing some unforced errors like illadvised passes into double or triple coverage. The team also struggled mightily at the line, missing 15 foul shots throughout the contest.

In the fourth quarter, Connecticut seized upon Saratoga’s mistakes and went on a hot streak, swishing one shot after another from beyond the arc. With 8 minutes left in the game, Connecticut pulled to within 7 points of the Racers. A minute later, they trailed by only 5 points.

But that’s as close as the Flyeerz would come. High IQ plays and easy buckets by big men Casey Hall (who was 6 for 8 from the floor) and Todd Spottswood (who finished with 14 points and 16 rebounds) helped dig Saratoga out of trouble. Despite the last-minute threat from Connecticut, the Racers sealed the deal with a 119 to 107 win.

The Racers will next play two more home games on

Saturday, November 2 against the Rochester Royal Ballers at 7 p.m., and on Sunday, November 3 versus the Herkimer Originals at 3 p.m. All Racers home games are played at Saratoga Central Catholic at 247 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs.

Game Notes:

• Holmes led all Saratoga scorers with 31 points, making 8 of 14 2-pointers and 3 of 9 3-pointers. Holmes also led the team in assists, with 5. Ryals was the secondhighest scorer with 19 points.

• The intensity of the final quarter got to some of the players. A pair of technical fouls were called after some

trash-talking went too far in the refs’ eyes.

• The ABA has some of its own rules and practices that differ from the NBA, including the use of its signature red-whiteand-blue ball, and the “3D light,” which, when on, means that 2-pointers become 3-pointers, 3-pointers become 4-pointers, and half-court shots are worth 5 points.

• Joey Harden and Luke Perez each had 4 steals apiece for Saratoga.

• Saratoga’s Dominique Threatt made a splash with his pair of mismatched blue and orange Nike sneakers.

Saratoga Racers Head Coach Bob Catherwood and his players “bring it in” after a timeout during the team’s home opener at Saratoga Central Catholic last Sunday afternoon. Photo by Jonathon Norcross.

Saratoga Regional YMCA Adds Glens Falls Branch

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Family YMCA of the Glens Falls Area will become the sixth branch of the Saratoga Regional YMCA by the end of this year, the organization announced on Wednesday. All told, the six branches will serve over 38,000 people in Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties.

The partnership builds on a two-year management agreement during which the

Saratoga Regional YMCA supported the Glens Falls YMCA’s operations and finances.

The Saratoga Regional YMCA also announced that it’s launching a $6 million capital campaign to modernize the Glens Falls YMCA. This project will focus on improving the member experience, upgrading the facility, and expanding programs and services to better

meet the needs of the Glens Falls community.

“The affiliation with the Saratoga Regional YMCA and its resources and expertise will allow for increased programming and a refreshed and modernized facility originally built in 1969 for all to enjoy,” said Brian Corcoran, president of the Glens Falls YMCA Board of Directors, in a statement.

Saratoga Girls Soccer Team Advances to Finals

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

NISKAYUNA — The Saratoga Springs varsity girls soccer team has advanced to the sectional finals after a 1-0 win in overtime against Shenendehowa on Monday. Saratoga standout Ava Goodman scored the lone, winning goal at the semifinals matchup played at Niskayuna

Saratoga

High School.

The Blue Streaks, who finished the season with an 11-4-2 record, will next take on Shaker (9-3-4) in the finals. The two teams last played each other on September 28, when Shaker bested the Streaks 2 to 1. Despite the loss, the squads were evenly

matched, with Saratoga taking 14 shots and Shaker taking 12. Defensively, the Blue Streaks’ Olivia Goodman had 7 saves compared to Shaker’s 6.

The finals showdown will occur on Monday, November 4 at Niskayuna High School at 7 p.m.

The

Springs girls varsity soccer team celebrates after advancing to the finals on Monday night. Photo via the team’s Instagram.

Head of the Fish Returns, Skidmore Has Strong Showing

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— The annual Head of the Fish Regatta returned to Fish Creek in Saratoga Springs last weekend, attracting more than 160 teams and 1,600 crews from across the Northeast. Both men’s and women’s rowing teams from Skidmore College competed, finishing with some impressive performances.

Skidmore sophomore Sam Boogeart and junior Grant Steinberger captured the team’s first win of the day, placing first in the collegiate double with a time of 12:03, ahead of the University of Rochester and Gordon College.

Afternoon racing featured the women’s varsity 8+, which achieved Skidmore’s highest placement in recent history with a fifth-place finish overall and second among Division III teams. Coxswain Hayden Harlow led the crew, with senior captains Maddie Aho and McKenna Otey setting the pace in the stern pair. Joining them were sophomore Delaney Miller, senior Molly Sullivan, junior Camilla Johnson, and first-year Ava Holthoff in the engine room, with sophomore

Britta Arvold and first-year Ella Plosky in the bow. The women’s second varsity 8+ then took to the course, finishing in 13:14, earning third among DIII teams. Coxswain Brie Chricco led the boat, with senior Al Yi in the stroke seat and a strong mix of first-year and upperclass rowers.

“This weekend really showed how hard our team worked this fall,” Delaney Miller said in a statement.

“Both the men’s and women’s teams have come such a long way, and crossing under the bridge with the whole boat smiling back was such a great feeling. We’ve really proven ourselves this fall, and I’m so excited to see what more we can accomplish in the spring.”

The men’s varsity 4+ continued Skidmore’s success with a win, completing the course in 11:49. The boat included coxswain Emma Laquinta, Thomas du Four, Grant Steinberger, Sam Boogeart, and Ryan Capozucca. Two additional entries in the same event, Skidmore C and Skidmore B, finished with times of 12:35 and 13:50, respectively.

In the women’s varsity 4+ event, Skidmore’s A entry placed third among Division III entries and ninth overall with a time of 13:43. The crew included coxswain Hayden Harlow, stroke Camilla Johnson, and rowers Molly Sullivan, Britta Arvold, and Norah Jankey.

The day concluded with the men’s 1V and 2V events, both boats achieving thirdplace finishes overall. The

men’s 1V crew completed the course in 10:49, just five seconds behind Liberty League champions Ithaca College. The men’s 2V finished in 11:31, outperforming entries from Ithaca College C, the University of Rhode Island, Hamilton College, and UMass.

“The leadership team took a critical look at areas for improvement coming into this season, and the athletes responded fantastically,”

said Coach Manny Valentin. “They embraced new ideas and methods and worked to make the boathouse an enjoyable place to train. As a result, we consistently had strong practices, pushed to new levels, and are entering the winter season with significant momentum. I am especially happy for our seniors, who close the fall with some of Skidmore’s best finishes in recent years.”

Schuylerville Golfer Qualifies for State Championship

SCHUYLERVILLE — Schuylerville High School varsity golfer

Adam DeGregory has qualified for the state championships occurring in June of 2025. To qualify, he shot a round one of 69 and then a round two of 77 for a 146 (+2) total score.

DeGregory was also part of the Schuylerville varsity golf team that won its second-straight Section 2 Class C/D championship earlier this month.

Skidmore College men’s and women’s rowing teams competed at the 2024 Head of the Fish Regatta in Saratoga Springs last weekend. Photo via Skidmore Athletics.

Photo of Adam DeGregory via Schuylerville Athletics.

Schuylerville Football Takes Top Seed in Playoffs Local Judoka Wins Lifetime Achievement Award

Section 2 Class C varsity football playoff bracket via NYSPHSAA.

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville High School varsity football team has taken one of the top seeds in the New York State Public High

School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Section 2 Class C playoff bracket.

The Black Horses will face the fourth-seed Johnstown on Friday, November 1 at home in the first round of the playoffs. Should they emerge victorious, they’ll next play either two-seed Fonda-Fultonville or three-seed Watervliet-Heatly on November 8.

Last year, Schuylerville’s season ended when they fell to Fonda 31-21 in the Section 2 Class C championship game.

LUDLOW, MASSACHUSETTS — Jason Morris, a Glenville resident and four-time Judo Olympic Silver Medalist, recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Martial Maze podcast. Morris accepted the award at a dinner held at the Ludlow, Massachusetts Elks Lodge on October 20.

Morris runs the Jason Morris Judo Center in Glenville with his wife Teri.

Jason Morris poses with his lifetime achievement award alongside his family. Photo provided.

See "Skidmore Biology Professor Wins Global Award" pg. 15

Bald Eagle spotted in Porter Corners, NY. Photo by Jim Benton