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Matt Jones Named Saratoga County Chamber’s 2026 Joseph Dalton Community Service Award Recipient

The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce announces that Matt Jones is the 2026 Joseph Dalton Community Service Award recipient.

Jones will be presented with this award at the Annual Chamber Celebration Night on Thursday, May 7 at the 1863 Club at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs.

This recognition, created by unanimous vote of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors in 2017, is a community service-focused award to honor an individual who has been faithful and loyal to the Saratoga County community for more than 25 years.

Jones is the Senior Partner at Jones Steves Grassi LLP, concentrating his practice in land use and development matters in Saratoga County, representing clients with major development projects. He has represented GlobalFoundries, Saratoga Hospital, Skidmore College, Regeneron and many more throughout his nearly five decades of practice.

During his career, Jones has played a significant role in the Saratoga Springs community. He has served as a Vice President of the New York State Bar Association and member of its Executive Committee as well as a former President of the Saratoga County Bar Association. In addition, he has served as: President of the Saratoga Springs Board of Education; Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce; President of the Saratoga County YMCA Board of Directors; President of the Saratoga Springs Lions Club Foundation Board of Trustees; Vice Chairman and founding Director of the Saratoga Springs City Center Authority; Chairman of the West Avenue Redevelopment Advisory Committee; Chairman of the Saratoga Springs Committee on Recreation; Member of the Saratoga Springs Charter Review Commission; Member of the Board of Directors of the Leadership Saratoga Advisory Board; Member of the Board of Directors of the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation;

Chairman of the Blue Streaks Hall of Fame Committee; Co-Founder of the Saratoga County Bar Association Mock Trial Program; and Board Member of the Saratoga Springs Smart City Commission.

In addition to his upcoming receipt of the Chamber’s 2026 Joseph Dalton Community Service Award, Jones has been the recipient of the Leadership Saratoga Distinguished Alumnus Award for Outstanding Service and Achievement to the Community by a Graduate of the Leadership Saratoga program, the YMCA Outstanding Volunteer Service Award for Untiring Devotion to the YMCA, the Community Leadership Association – Distinguished Leadership Award for Exemplary Service, Commitment to the Community, and the 2024 Liberty Bell Award. He was inducted into the Saratoga Springs High School Hall of Distinction in 2022.

“Based upon the activities, involvement, and leadership in the community over the past 47 years,” said past Joseph Dalton Community Service Award recipient L. Clifford Van Wagner in his nomination of Jones, “I can say without reservation that he has proven through his actions to be honorable, ready, relevant, innovative, and versatile while always doing what is right for the community.”

“I worked very closely with

Matt the year he chaired the Chamber’s Board of Directors and his advice, and counsel was always based on what was best for the community,” said Todd Shimkus, President of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. “He’s given his time, talent, and treasure to so many vital parts of our community for decades, and he is one of those leaders everyone respects for the positive difference he makes. The City Center, Saratoga Hospital, the Saratoga Springs School District, and the Saratoga Regional YMCA just to name a few are all better because of Matt’s leadership.”

In addition to its annual recipient, the award recognizes Joseph Dalton, who served as the President of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce from 1970 to 2010. During his tenure, the Chamber’s membership, influence, and impact grew significantly as a direct result of Dalton’s leadership, passion, and commitment to establishing Saratoga County as a great place to live, work and play.

Past recipients of the Joseph Dalton Community Service Award include: Steve Sullivan (2018); Tom Roohan (2019); John Munter, Sr. (2020); Julie Stokes (2021); L. Clifford Van Wagner (2022); Dr. William Long (2023); Cindy Hollowood (2024); and Colleen Carlson (2025).

AIM Services to Lead New York’s Supported Decision Making Model

A new statewide system to help those with disabilities make their own choices will be led by a Saratoga County-based company.

AIM Services Inc., located in the Town of Wilton, was awarded a contract to facilitate New York’s Supported Decision-Making (SDM) model for people with developmental disabilities. The model is designed to allow those with developmental disabilities to have control over things like finances and relationships while receiving support from third party organizations.

AIM Services CEO Chris Lyons said that the SDM approach is a relatively new concept which emerged out of concerns regarding how people with developmental disabilities were traditionally treated under guardianships.

New York’s SDM model was first piloted in 2016 by Supported Decision-Making New York and CUNY Hunter College using funding from Council on Developmental Disabilities. The pilot was expanded in 2021 by the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) using federal funding. In 2022, the framework for SDM was signed into law, granting statewide recognition of the model.

Under the new contract, AIM services will be the lead agency responsible for implementing and facilitating SDM statewide.

“Anyone with a developmental disability can reach out to AIM Services and have their assistance in using their natural supports and trusted loved ones in their life to just give them that little extra support in making a decision, giving them the autonomy and the dignity to live their own lives,” OPWDD

Commissioner Willow Baer said.

Both OPWDD and AIM Services stressed the benefits of SDM for those with disabilities

“If you have guardianship, despite the well intention of the guardian, you’re not really in control,” Lyons said. “Supported Decision Making gives you legal capacity to make your own decisions that would be recognized by the outside world as your decisions, but you agree to use your supports. They don’t replace or substitute their judgment for yours. They just help you make full, informed decisions.”

and their caregivers. Lyons said the program allows parents with adult children with disabilities to be parents and not just caregivers. Baer emphasized that SDM helps those with disabilities be able to live their lives with dignity.

“Legal capacity to make decisions,” Baer said. “It is at the core of our human dignity to enjoy our successes in life, the natural consequences of our choices, our decisions, our experiences, the mosaic of our choices that make us who we are. At the core of our human dignity is our ability to own our own successes, and we can only do that if we’re allowed to own our own failures.”

One of the people currently benefiting from SDM, Dwight Joyner, spoke about his experience with AIM and SDM. Joyner said that SDM allows him to make his own decisions without having to completely rely on others.

“Decision making means that I can make my own choices and do the things I want to do,” Joyner said. “Make my own meals, take a walk down the street. Be able to have a relationship without someone telling me I can’t be in the relationship.”

OBITUARIES

Jean K. Addesso

BALLSTON SPA –

ADDESSO, Jean Katherine (née Heidelmeier), age 89, formerly of Hoboken and Little Ferry, NJ, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in her sleep at her home in Ballston Spa, NY, with family by her side.

Jean was predeceased by her beloved husband of 70 years, Anthony “Tony” Addesso, who was not only her husband but also her best friend and the love of her life. She was also predeceased by her siblings, Louis Heidelmeier, Anna Marie Bufis, Frances Lupinaccio, Olga Della Bella, and Doris Clark.

Jean is survived by her son, Thomas Addesso; her daughters, Patricia Addesso and Vicki Dodd and her husband, Gregory Dodd; and her cherished grandchildren Craig Addesso, Kelsey Dodd and Mason Vairetta. Also, Brenda Pizzute and Louise Tulp, who she loved as if they were her own.

Jean spent many years raising her family in Little Ferry, NJ,

where she was very active in the community. She served as both a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader and was instrumental in the founding and success of the Women’s Club of Little Ferry.

Above all else, Jean was proud to be a homemaker and mother. She took great pride in keeping a warm and immaculate home, loved to entertain, loved the holidays, she welcomed friends freely, and embraced the role of mother and grandmother not only to her own family but to anyone fortunate enough to walk through her door. Jean also shared a special bond with her beloved Cockapoo, Shadow, who was a constant companion and source of comfort in her life. Shadow meant the world to her, and it brought her peace knowing that they will be together again.

In 1987, Jean and Tony embarked on a new adventure together when they opened TJ’s Stationery Plus on Palisades Avenue in Bogota, NJ. The store and Jean’s welcoming smile became a beloved staple in the community until they sold the business in 1997. They then moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, where they enjoyed time with family and friends for a few years but ultimately Jean needed to be near her children. Jean and Tony returned east and settled in upstate New York so they could be close to their daughter and soon the entire family moved there and began to grow. Jean loved celebrating the milestones

of her family, big holiday gatherings, bar-be-cues and watching her granddaughter, Kelsey, perform.

In recent years, despite battling her own health issues, Jean selflessly devoted herself to caring for Tony until his passing just five months earlier. Caring for her family was always her greatest purpose in life. Perhaps there was comfort in knowing that she had fulfilled that purpose so completely.

Jean leaves behind a legacy of hard work, devotion to family, kindness, love and laughter. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her but never forgotten.

Relatives and friends are invited to call, March 28, from 11:30 am-1:00 pm at the William J. Burke & Sons / Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jean’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research.

Roberta R. Corrigan

WILTON - Roberta R. Corrigan, 69, passed away February 16, 2026, at her home. A celebration of Roberta’s life will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on March 22, at the American Legion, 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY. Online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Thomas (Tom) P. Beaury Sr.

LAKE LUZERNE - Thomas (Tom) P. Beaury Sr., 54, passed away on March 13, 2026.

Born on April 2, 1971, in Astoria, Queens, NY, he was the son of Robert Beaury and Elizabeth Sheehan. He grew up in Queens before moving with his family to Lake Luzerne, NY at the age of eight. Tom graduated from HadleyLuzerne High School and went on to become the proud owner of Beaury Lock & Key, where he built not just a business, but lasting relationships with the people he served through his hard work and honesty.

Tom was a devoted husband to Elizabeth J. Beaury and a proud father to his two sons, Thomas (29) and Taylor (19). He also welcomed a daughterin-law, Tiffany DemolfettoBeaury. More than anything, Tom loved being a dad. His greatest joy was being there for his boys—whether that meant

coaching, traveling, or simply standing on the sidelines, cheering them on in basketball, wrestling, and martial arts. He was their biggest supporter in everything they did.

Tom will be remembered for his loyalty, his strength, and the way he showed up for the people he loved. He had a passion for basketball, Hapkido, woodworking, fishing, and hunting. He found peace in the outdoors and pride in working with his hands, but nothing meant more to him than time spent with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; his sons, Thomas and Taylor; his daughter-in-law, Tiffany; his siblings, Robert, Brian, Michael, Steven, and Christianne; his beloved dog Reese, who was a truly cherished and loved animal companion; and he held a special place in his heart for all of his nieces and nephews. He was loved deeply and will be missed beyond words by everyone who knew him. Services will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Brewer Funeral Home in Lake Luzerne, NY from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, followed by a memorial service at Rockwell Falls Presbyterian Church in Lake Luzerne, NY.

Tom’s presence, guidance, and love will remain with his family always.

Elsie Louise (Young) Moen

SARATOGA SPRINGSElsie Louise (Young) Moen, known by her friends and family as “Babs”, passed, March 10, 2026. Calling hours were March 19 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 am, March 20 at Church of St. Peter, Saratoga. Burial is private. Memorial donations to Wellsprings (www. wellspringcares.org). Visit www. burkefuneralhome.com.

March 11, 2026. 10:41 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Schenectady resident in the Town of Malta on charges of felony identity theft: assume another’s identity to obtain goods over $2000 in value and felony 3rd degree grand larceny, property value exceeds $3000. Released on own recognizance. Original incident occurred on Feb. 15 in the Town of Halfmoon.

March 11, 2026. 1:04 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of general violation of local law. Arrest occurred on Kirby Road.

March 11, 2026. 6:51 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident on charges of trespassing, 2nd degree harassment: physical contact and disorderly conduct: obscene language gesture/language. Arrest occurred on Ballston Avenue.

March 11, 2026. 10:22 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Troy resident in the Town of Clifton Park on charges of felony grand larceny: property value exceeds $1000. Turned over to another agency. Original incident occurred Jan. 24 in the Town of Clifton Park.

March 11, 2026. 11:47 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Bay Shore resident on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and other traffic offenses. Arrest occurred on Broadway.

March 12, 2026. 8:38 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of sex offender registry violation- prior offense. Arrest occurred at 5 Lake Avenue.

March 12, 2026. 4:21 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Clifton Park resident in the Town of Clifton Park on charges of misdemeanor 7th degree possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 12, 2026. 6:40 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Galway resident in the Town of Wilton on charges of misdemeanor

3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 12, 2026. 8:09 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Schenectady resident in the City of Schenectady on charges of felony grand larceny: value greater than $1000. Released on own recognizance. Original incident occurred in the Town of Halfmoon on Feb 11, 2025.

March 12, 2026. 9:35 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Schenectady resident in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 1:28 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Great Barrington, MA, resident on charges of DWI-first offense, operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 higher and other traffic offenses. Arrest occurred at the intersection of Route 9 and Marrin Avenue.

March 13, 2026. 7:50 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Lake resident in the Town of Clifton Park on charges of misdemeanor criminal trespass: property fenced in or enclosed. Turned over to other agency.

March 13, 2026. 1:21 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Fort Edward resident in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 1:21 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Fort Edward resident in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 3:25 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on to counts of misdemeanor making a threat of mass harm. Arrest occurred on Church Street.

March 13, 2026. 7:12 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Clifton Park resident in the

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Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor DWI- first offense and misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher- first offense. Appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 9:44 p.m.- New

York State Police arrested a Schenectady resident in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 10:28 p.m.- New

York State Police arrested a Halfmoon resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor obstruction of governmental administration and resisting arrest. Appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 10:30 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Halfmoon resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor obstruction of governmental functions, resisting arrest and criminal mischief: intent to damage property. Appearance ticket issued.

March 13, 2026. 10:48 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of falsely report to law enforcement an incident and making a false written statement. Arrest occurred on Caroline Street.

March 13, 2026. 11:07 p.m.- New

York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in Town of Malta on charges of felony aggravated unlicensed operation, misdemeanor DWI- first offense and misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Appearance ticket issued.

March 14, 2026. 12:28 a.m.- New

York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the City of Saratoga Springs on charges of misdemeanor DWIfirst offense and misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher. Appearance ticket issued.

March 14, 2026. 1:31 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Halfmoon resident on charges of DWI- first offense, aggravated DWI- BAC over .18- no

priors, operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher and other traffic offences. Arrest occurred on South Broadway.

March 14, 2026. 3:34 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of criminal mischiefdamage to another person’s property above $250, criminal mischief: disable equipment to prevent call for emergency assistance and criminal mischief: intent to cause property damage. Arrest occurred on South Franklin Street.

March 14, 2026. 8:03 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of DWI- first offense, aggravated unlicensed operation, operating a motor a vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher and other traffic offenses. Arrest occurred at the intersection of Ballston Ave. and West Ave.

March 14, 2026. 10:03 p.m.Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of criminal obstruction of breathing or circulation. Arrest occurred on West Circular Street.

March 15, 2026. 1:51 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested an Albany resident on charges of DWI- first offense and other traffic violations. Arrest occurred at the intersection of Circular Street and Western Ave.

March 15, 2026. 3:53 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Johnstown resident on charges of disorderly conduct: fight/ violent behavior. Arrest occurred on Caroline Street.

March 15, 2026. 3:58 a.m.- Saratoga

Springs Police arrested an Amsterdam resident on charges of disorderly conduct: fight/violent behavior. Arrest occurred on Caroline Street.

March 15, 2026. 11:21 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Lake resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor DWI- first offense, misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher and misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Appearance ticket issued.

March 16, 2026. 1:12 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a South Glens Falls resident in the Village of South Glens on charges of felony 2nd degree burglary: illegal entry- dwelling. Cash bail.

March 16, 2026. 2:06 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a South Glens Falls resident in the Village of South Glens Falls on charges of misdemeanor obstruction of governmental administration and misdemeanor resisting arrest. Appearance ticket issued.

March 17, 2026. 10:00 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Saratoga Springs Resident in the Town of Wilton on charges of felony grand larceny: property value exceeds $50,000, felony false statement on insurance application, and felony 1st degree falsifying business records. Released on own recognizance.

March 17, 2026. 10:00 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident in the City of Saratoga Springs resident on charges of felony 2nd degree bail jumping. Cash bail.

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Mike Brandi Steps Down as Chairman of Saratoga Springs Republicans.

by Aidan Cahill Saratoga TODAY

Mike Brandi, Chairman of the Saratoga Springs Republican Committee has announced his resignation after four years on the job.

Brandi made the announcement in a Facebook post on March 12. The announcement said his resignation is due to an upcoming move to Wilton. While he may be stepping down from the top job at the committee, he will serve as its Vice Chair.

“Serving as Chairman has been an honor and a privilege,”

Brandi said in the statement.

“Together, we strengthened the committee, supported capable candidates, and worked to ensure that voters had principled, responsible choices. Our work promoted transparency, accountability, and professionalism—principles that I hope will continue to guide the

committee for years to come.”

During his time as chair, Brandi saw Republicans gain decisive control of the Saratoga Springs City Council. In 2025, Republicans elected Jessica Troisi for Commissioner of Accounts and JoAnne Kiernan for Commissioner of Finance while reelecting incumbent Mayor John Safford. Safford was first elected mayor in 2023, defeating then Mayor Ron Kim.

Outside of elections, Brandi initiated a criminal complaint against then Commissioner of Accounts Dillon Moran for failure to comply with New York’s Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). In the subsequent trial, Moran was found guilty of three counts of unlawful obstruction of public records and fined $600 — the first case of a conviction for this offense in New York.

Brandi testified against Moran in the trial and received acclaim for his actions. In December, he was honored

by the New York Coalition for Open Government through its 2025 “Nice List.” Moran meanwhile lost reelection and was placed on the Coalition’s

“Naughty List.”

As for the Saratoga Springs Republicans, attorney Gerard Paris was unanimously elected to serve as chairman going forward.

Meet Luna and Leo!

Homes for Orphaned Pets (HOPE) is providing a courtesy post for these cute kitties on behalf of their owner.

Luna and Leo are a loving brother-and-sister duo looking for a new home together.

Luna is a beautiful Siamese and tabby mix who is almost 9 years old. She’s incredibly affectionate and loves spending time close to her people. Luna enjoys making biscuits, relaxing during a good brushing session, and gently headbutting to ask for attention. She’s also known to be very intuitive and seems to sense when someone could use a little extra comfort.

Her brother Leo, also almost 9, is a sleek black cat with part Siamese heritage and a personality that keeps things entertaining. Leo is affectionate and playful, often showing off his silly side. He enjoys playtime, attention, and staying close to the people he loves.

These two have been together their whole lives and are deeply bonded, so they’re hoping to find a home where they can stay side by side. They are both spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccines. They are being rehomed due to a severe allergy in their current home. If you think Luna and Leo could be the perfect companions for your household, reaching out to learn more is the first step. To inquire about adopting them, please contact Gina at (518) 8785820 or grecogm7@gmail.com.

Saratoga State Wrestling Champ Crowned

champion, is also an accomplished Alliance Jiu-Jitsu yellow belt and a 2025 World Champion Muay ai ghter. eir wrestling club trains primarily out of Saratoga Academy of Elite Martial Arts in Green eld Center. Photo provided by James Bruchac.

Saratoga County Grand Jury Returns Indictment in Time for Paws Case

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Attorney Brett Eby announced today that a Saratoga County Grand Jury has returned an indictment against Yvette Giovanni in connection with the investigation into the Time for Paws case.

The indictment charges Giovanni with Aggravated Cruelty to Animals, Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree, and 11 counts of Overdriving, Torturing, and Injuring Animals.

According to the allegations contained in the indictment and the investigation conducted by the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office in coordination with the Town of Halfmoon, Yvette Giovanni, the owner and operator of Time for Paws, is alleged to have knowingly maintained animals in conditions that posed a substantial risk to their health and safety. On July 7th and July 8th of 2025, multiple animals housed at the facility were allegedly confined in crates located in areas of excessive heat, without adequate ventilation, sufficient access to water, or appropriate means to cool themselves.

Investigators determined that several of the animals exhibited clear signs of distress consistent with heat exposure, including excessive panting, lethargy, and dehydration. It is further alleged that the conditions

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within the facility failed to meet minimum standards of care required for animals in a commercial daycare and boarding setting. As a result of these conditions, a French bulldog named Gus suffered fatal heat stroke.

The death of Gus, along with the condition of the other animals present, forms the central basis of the allegations contained in the indictment.

“Saratoga County takes allegations of animal abuse extremely seriously,” said District Attorney Brett Eby.

“Our office worked closely with the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s

Office throughout this investigation, and both of our agencies have dedicated units that focus on protecting animals and ensuring that individuals who abuse them are held accountable. We remain committed to seeking justice in cases involving cruelty to animals.”

The prosecution of this matter is being handled by Special Victims Bureau Chief Rachael Phelan and Senior Assistant District Attorney Mary Northrup. The investigation was led by Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Deputy Leah Howe and Animal Control Officer Victoria Hanna.

On March 14, 2026, State Police assigned to the Troop G Community Stabilization Unit arrested Jonathan P. Rivera, 37, of Flushing, NY, for:

• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 1st, a class “A” felony

• Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd, a class “B” felony

• Two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a class “A” misdemeanor

• Vehicle and traffic law violations

On March 15, 2026, troopers stopped a vehicle on I-87 in Malta for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Rivera was identified as the driver. Two children under the age of 16 and an adult

passenger were also located in the vehicle at the time. With the assistance of K9 Mike and his handler, more than half a pound of a packaged substance which later field-tested positive for containing cocaine was located in the vehicle and seized. The felony weight narcotics were located within reach of the two children who were seated in the back of the vehicle. The children and adult passengers were released without charges from the scene.

Rivera was arrested at the scene and transported to SP Saratoga for processing. He was arraigned at the Malta Town Court, where he was remanded to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility without bail.

Comfort Food Community Expands Farm 2 Library Program with Southern Adirondack Library System, Increasing Access to Fresh Food in Saratoga County

Comfort Food Community (CFC), a nonprofit fighting rural hunger with innovative programming, is expanding its Farm 2 Library program to Saratoga Springs Public Library, Ballston Spa Public Library, and Round Lake Library- Malta Branch, in partnership with Southern Adirondack Library System (SALS). Fresh, nutritious, and local food is accessible to anyone who needs it starting Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Farm 2 Library is designed to be low-barrier and open access for people who may not have access to other sources of fresh, nutritious food. This food is provided free of charge to anyone who needs it with no registration or proof of need required.

“Farm 2 Library is built on the belief that everyone deserves easy, stigma-free access to fresh, healthy food. By partnering with the Southern Adirondack Library System and local public libraries-trusted, welcoming spaces-we’re removing barriers and making it simple for anyone to pick up what they need, no questions asked,” said Laura Marx, Executive Director of Comfort Food Community.

What began as a pilot program in 2017, starting with one library, has grown significantly, distributing over 42,000 pounds of food in 2025. CFC now serves 14 libraries across Washington, Warren, and Saratoga counties, providing fresh produce from our local New York State farm partners.

Each week, libraries display a list of farms where the produce was grown to let people

know where their food is coming from. Because this program depends on local farms and seasonal availability, there are often more uncommon items that are distributed like kohlrabi or celeriac, especially during the winter.

“In New York State, our growing season is shortened during the winter due to colder temperatures and reduced daylight,” said Em Ambrose, CFC’s Food Access Coordinator. “We’re able to access lots of high-quality storage roots, like carrots or sweet potatoes, during these months and get excited when April comes, when we start to see new availability from our producers for vegetables like fresh spinach.”

CFC also shares weekly recipes featuring the produce distributed, helping people feel confident trying new foods and learning more about what is available when.

“Expanding Farm 2 Library to three additional locations means more families across our region can access fresh, healthy food alongside the educational opportunities that empower them to thrive,” said Kim Bolan, Executive Director of the Southern Adirondack Library System. “Today’s libraries are more than places for booksthey are trusted community anchors that connect people to vital resources, lifelong learning, and one another. This initiative reflects exactly what libraries are here to do.”

To learn more about Comfort Food Community’s programs and how to get involved, please visit www.comfortfoodcommunity.org

Statewide Burn Ban in Effect until May

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton recently announced that the annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning began March 16 and runs through May 14.

Since 2009, DEC has enforced the annual brush burning ban to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires.

“Many of us are looking forward to spring weather after a very cold winter, but with the warming temperatures comes increased fire risk,” Commissioner Lefton said. “That’s why we’re once again asking all New Yorkers to abide by the two-month-long burn ban. The more careful you are with fire, the better we can

protect our communities and natural resources as well as our Forest Rangers and firefighters across the state.”

Even though some areas of the state are damp or remain blanketed in snow, warming temperatures can quickly cause wildfire conditions to arise.

Open burning of debris is the single-largest cause of spring wildfires in New York State. When temperatures warm and the past fall’s debris and leaves dry out, wildfires can start and spread easily, further fueled by winds and a lack of green vegetation.

Each year, DEC Forest Rangers extinguish dozens of wildfires that burn hundreds of acres. In addition, local fire departments, many of which are staffed by volunteers, all too often must leave their jobs and families to respond to wildfires

caused by illegal debris fires. DEC continually updates a Fire Danger Map on DEC’s website as a resource to view local conditions.

New York first enacted strict restrictions on open burning in 2009 to help prevent wildfires and reduce air pollution. The regulations allow residential brush fires in towns with fewer than 20,000 residents during most of the year but prohibit such burning in spring when most wildfires occur. Backyard fire pits and campfires less than 3 feet in height and 4 feet in length, width, or diameter are allowed, as are small cooking fires.

Only charcoal or dry, clean, untreated, or unpainted wood can be burned. People should never leave these fires unattended and must extinguish them. Burning garbage or leaves is prohibited year-round in New York State.

Diane E. Bell

BALLSTON SPA - Diane E. Bell, 82, passed away March 13, 2026. Funeral service will be held at noon Tuesday, March 24, at St. Paul’s Church, 149 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs. Family and friends may pay their respects from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm prior to the service at the church. Online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare. com.

Michael William “Mike” Wagstaff

BALLSTON SPA - Michael William “Mike” Wagstaff, known to many as “Wags,” passed away on March 6, 2026. Calling hours and a funeral service were held on Thursday, March 12, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare. com.

Thomas F. Reilly

MECHANICVILLE, NY –Thomas F. Reilly, age 74, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026. Calling hours and Mass were held on Wednesday, March 18 at Corpus Christi Church. Burial with Military Honors followed at Reilly Family Farm Cemetery. Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuralhome.com.

James Earl Johnson

SARATOGA SPRINGS - James Earl Johnson, age 65, passed away March 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Calling hours and a funeral service were held on March 13, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

CHARLTON

Rose Sgambati sold property at 9 Sequoia Dr to Kevin Sarsick for $380,000

Freida Garrison sold property at Peaceable St to Maddalone Cattle Company LLC for $450,000

Michael Gnip sold property at 118 Dawson Rd to Alan Kuehner for $340,000

CORINTH

Christopher Adams sold property at 4 &12 Adams Lane to Jonathan Lerman for $595,000

Blake MacWhinnie sold property at 3 Adirondack Court to Jeffrey Maldonado for $353,000

John Dingman sold property at 305 Oak St to Totianna Nunez for $157,000

Robert Delong sold property at 143 Miner Rd to Olivia Miner for $170,000

GREENFIELD

Jordan Bishop sold property at 4436 NYS Rt 9N to Joshua Morreale for $484,500

MALTA

Robert Ritter sold property at 36 Weston Way to Pamela Schuech for $430,000

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 36 Wiggins Dr

to Carol Rowe for $555,195

Edward Ryan sold property at 13 Wake Robin Rd to Alexander Brady for $280,000

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 34 Wiggins Dr to Richard Celmer for $552,650

Del Salmon sold property at 17 Woodshire Ct to Carlton Stewart for $365,000

Frank Kehn sold property at 1123 Laurel Lane to Richard Klockowski for $480,000

MILTON

Samuel McWain sold property at 9 Conan Run to Tyler Collins for $348,000

Hunter Lane LLC sold property at 21 Hunter Court to Michael Urbanski for $664,939

SARATOGA

Sean Walter sold property at 7 AnthonyLane to Erica Castellano for $890,000

46 Ferry LLC sold property at 6 Ferry St to Christopher Ardito for $170,000

James Doyle sold property at 177 Broad St to Farah Bhatti for $515,000

Benjamin Brown sold property at 297 Burgoyne Rd to Terri Snowball for $680,000

Eric Donlon sold property at Lot 3 & 4 Sweet Rd to Brittany Arnold for $240,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Denise Degregorio sold property at 124 Jefferson St to Dana Barrett for $505,000

Beechwood Saratoga LLC sold property at 16 Aurora Ave to Stephanie Chew for $1,755,000

Beechwood Saratoga LLC sold property at 29 Aurora Ave to Michael Mauriello for $450,000

Gerard Bradley sold property at 8 Pinehurst Dr to Benjamin Ward for $479,000

Emma Albert sold property at 16 Hutchins St to Kristin Mihuta for 690,000

78 Church St LLC sold property at 78 Church St # 402 St to Scott Brannon for $1,902,741

Michael Gennarelli sold property at 30 Spa Dr to Philip Roberts for $480,000

WILTON

Angelina Foley sold property at 24 Old Deer Camp Rd to Anne Krasnicki for $500,000

Edie Rd LLC sold property at 1 Northbrook Dr to Karen Patton for $205,000

Raissa Masi sold property at 6 Kings Mill Rd to David Gallagher for $407,000

Nathalie Parayre sold property at 28 Kendrick Hill Rd to David Zecchini for $1,275,000

Nicholas Wolfe sold property at 141 Ruggles Rd to Jerry Gray for $550,000

June Keane sold property at 13 Cobble Hill Dr to John Tommell for $715,00

Eric Meuse sold property at 1 Farmington Ave to Mark Schewe for $267,600

Lester Loomis sold property at 294 Louden Rd to Allen Loomis for $100,000

Pigliavento Assoc. sold property at 2 Eastpointe Dr to Russell Fleishman for $995,002

Saratoga Business Connect Returns

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Universal Preservation Hall is hosting the second Saratoga Business Connect, a professional networking event designed to foster collaboration, spark new partnerships, and strengthen economic ties. It will take place at 6 p.m. (and performances for ticket holders will begin at 7:30 p.m.) on Tuesday, March 24 in the Great Hall.

Saratoga Business Connect brings together local business leaders, entrepreneurs, civic leaders, and creative professionals for an evening of conversation, relationship-building, and shared opportunity to learn about the intimate venue and share first-hand experiences of the space with their

patrons. Attendees can enjoy light refreshments, structured networking moments, and the chance to connect with likeminded professionals from a wide range of industries.

The event will begin with networking and light fare, then feature live entertainment with a yet-to-be-announced musical act followed by stand-up comedy by Tony Deyo.

Partners have access to an exclusive offer of $5 tickets, plus a free drink voucher using their partner code. The public is also welcome to attend the performances for $15. Tickets are on sale now through the Box Office at Proctors in person, via phone at (518) 346-6204 TuesdaySaturday 12-6 p.m., or online by visiting atuph.org.

Five Towers Media Launches Foundry 5

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— Michael Nelson, owner of Five Towers Media (a Saratoga Springs marketing agency serving clients across the Capital Region), has launched Foundry 5, a new business automation company purpose-built for small businesses.

Foundry 5 identifies manual, repetitive workflows, such as invoicing, lead follow-up, reporting, and client onboarding, and automates them endto-end. Projects are fixed-scope and fixed-price, typically completed in two to three weeks.

Automations run on Foundry 5’s managed infrastructure, with ongoing monitoring and support available through monthly care plans.

“Our mission has always been to help small businesses grow, and to give them unwavering support as we do,” Nelson said. “We see local teams carrying massive workloads that automation can lift off their plates. When you stop doing manually what a system can do for you, you free up your people to focus on higher-level work. That’s what actually moves the needle.”

Foundry 5 operates with a focused service model: One engineer, a defined set of automation tools, and a deliberate cap on active clients. Ongoing support is available through optional monthly care plans that cover monitoring, maintenance, and SLA-backed response times.

Nelson, who continues to lead Five Towers Media, sees the two businesses as complementary — one helping companies grow their audience, the other helping them build the operational foundation to handle that growth.

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A Sappy Celebration: Maple Weekends Arrive

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — March is Maple Month in New York State, and the nation’s second-biggest maple producer is ready to party.

New York’s 2,000-plus maple sugar makers produced 829,000 gallons of the sticky substance in 2025, and the state has the largest resource of tappable maple trees in America.

To celebrate these sweet achievements, Maple Weekends will be held on March 21-22 and March 28-29.

“Maple Weekend is a tradition and celebration we all look forward to, especially after a snowy winter,” New York State Maple Producers Association Executive Director Helen Thomas said in a press release from the governor’s office. “For the 160 farms taking part in Maple Weekend, it’s an opportunity for them to open their doors and share the skill and passion behind what they do… Every participating farm offers an educational presentation or a demonstration, showing firsthand how maple syrup and maple products are made. For visitors, there’s nothing like tasting fresh maple syrup right from the source.”

Here’s a roundup of local maple-related events occurring this weekend and next.

• Hop City Maple in Ballston Spa is inviting people to experience the world of maple on both Maple Weekends. See the sap run down the tubing system to where the maple syrup comes out in the evaporator. Taste maple sap along with all the end products: maple syrup, candies, lollipops, maple fudge, and more. Pet the GOATs, taste maple, drink beer, and eat crepes. Dickinson Delight’s will be there serving their crepes and other food. Dancing Grain Brewery will be on site offering their farm craft brews, all New York grown and certified. Saratoga Wild Roots’ certified wild mushroom forager will be there as well.

• Twin Leaf Farms in Greenfield Center will host a

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special New York State Maple Weekend event on March 21 and 22. The family-friendly event will include a $5 pancake breakfast, guided farm tours, live maple-making demonstrations in the sugarhouse, local vendors, and live music. Guests can learn about the traditions and modern processes of maple sugar making, explore working farms, and taste maple products straight from the source.

• Sugar Oak Farms in Malta will be celebrating both Maple Weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See firsthand how maple syrup is made, from tree to table. There will be fresh maple coffee, free samples of maple syrup, and all of the farm’s products will be available for purchase. At the sugar house, chat with “Sap Commander” Erich to hear more about the family operation. Events include: 12 p.m. tapping demonstration, 1 p.m. sawmill demonstration, and a 2 p.m. sugarbush walk.

• Maple Valley Farm in Corinth will feature live music by Keanen Stark and Orion Kribs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its 30th annual Maple Open House, occurring both Maple Weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take part in maple tours and learn how the 6th generation farm makes maple syrup from tree to table. Visitors can also enjoy a pancake breakfast, featuring the farm’s pure maple syrup, as well as lunch items. Kids can enjoy pony rides, and there will be a variety of local vendors offering unique goods and treats.

• Taste NY at the Adirondacks Welcome Center in Queensbury will feature Maple Bingo and will offer weekly maple product sampling on Thursdays in March

from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will also host an event, ‘From Sap to Syrup,’ on March 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will allow attendees to sample maple products, such as sap water, light syrup, dark syrup, maple sugar, and a hard maple cube, from local producers Wild Hogs Sugar Shack and Holly & Vine Farm & Winery. In addition, the Adirondacks Welcome Center will have educational and interactive displays, and samples of maple lattes and locally made maple hot cocoa, which will also be sold on site.

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

MALTA — Podcast production company Bright Sighted Media has moved its studio from downtown Saratoga Springs to the Innovation Center at Saratoga in Malta.

“This all happened in a short amount of time and we are so grateful to everyone who helped us with the move,” Bright Sighted said in a social media post. “We’re looking forward to creating with the Innovation Center to continue helping creators and entrepreneurs do their thing.”

The company has produced a number of local podcasts, including “Destination Saratoga: All Access,” which premiered its second season in January and is hosted by Discover Saratoga’s MacKenzie Zarzycki; the recently-launched “Good Stuff,” hosted by Bright Sighted Founder Christine O’Donnell and guest hosted by Saratoga Arts’ Spencer Sherry; “The Other 3 Years,” hosted by Saratoga

Olympic rower Kristi Wagner; “Afternoon Tea at Pantry Hill,” hosted by Saratogian Darien Rozell; and the real estatefocused “Selling Saratoga.”

The Innovation Center at Saratoga—a makerspace and community collaboration space designed to support inventors, creators, and innovators—opened in June of last year. The center is stocked with a variety of tools and equipment, including 3D printers; computer workstations with object modeling and graphic design; woodworking stations; digital photography software; embroidery and sewing machines; creative pods; and offices. It’s located at 16 Old Stonebreak Road.

The Charlton School Appoints Four New Members to Board of Trustees

In honor of Women’s History Month, The Charlton School is proud to announce the appointment of four visionary leaders to our Board of Trustees, marking a significant milestone in its mission to empower and support the mental health of young women. These dynamic professionals join TCS at a critical juncture, bringing a wealth of expertise in clinical education, public health advocacy, finance, and community-centered leadership.

Dr. Jill Ensminger, PhD, RN Jill Ensminger brings over two decades of clinical, administrative, and academic excellence to the Board of Trustees. Currently serving as the Director of the Master of Science in Nursing Education Program at Niagara University, Dr. Ensminger is a recognized leader in nursing pedagogy and curriculum alignment with national accreditation standards.

Her extensive leadership background includes serving as the Nursing Program Director at Siena College and as an Outpatient Clinical Educator for St. Peter’s Health Partners, where she has championed evidence-based practice and community health initiatives.

A dedicated scholar and community advocate, she holds a PhD in Public Health from Walden University and has been actively involved in numerous boards and volunteer organizations, including BirthNet, the Maternal and Early Childhood Foundation, and now, The Charlton School. Her deep expertise in healthcare education and her commitment to fostering inclusive, student-centered learning environments will be invaluable assets to The Charlton School’s strategic governance.

Lindsey Haraden, Mohawk Honda

Lindsey Haraden is the General Sales Manager at Mohawk Honda with nearly 13 years in the automotive industry. A Capital Region native and SUNY Oswego graduate, she began her career in hospitality before unexpectedly finding her passion in the car business.

Haraden is also a strong advocate for mental health and actively serves her community through organizations that uplift women and families. As an avid supporter of the Suicide Prevention Foundation and organizations that support Veterans and animals, she is known for rallying friends, family and co-workers around causes that get people involved and making a difference.

Lindsey is enthusiastic about supporting the mission and the students of The Charlton School and is eager to jump in and make connections

to bring people to events on campus, as well as offering her unique insight and modern perspective for engaging a younger generation in philanthropy.

Brandee Nelson, PE, LEED AP

Brandee Nelson brings over 25 years of civil and environmental engineering expertise to the Board of Trustees, specializing in sustainable infrastructure and community-centered design.

As the leader of Tighe & Bond’s Land Use Business Line, she works with communities, organizations, and businesses to solve complex challenges in infrastructure and development, ranging from enhanced ADA accessibility to green infrastructure.

Nelson’s extensive professional portfolio includes the design and construction of parks and recreational facilities, municipal facilities, and public and private developments. Beyond her technical career, Brandee is a dedicated civic leader, having served for seven years as the Chair of the Town of Great Barrington Planning Board and contributing her expertise to the Lake Mansfield Improvement Task Force. Her proven ability to balance infrastructure needs with community wellness and environmental stewardship makes her a vital addition to The Charlton School’s Board as they expand support for young women through the implementation of its campus master plan.

Margaret (Peg) Trench, Principal, Turning Point Solutions Margaret (Peg) Trench brings more than 25 years of senior-level expertise in risk

management, regulatory compliance, and portfolio management to the Board of Trustees.

As the Principal of Turning Point Solutions, an advisory practice focused on managing systemic risk, she leverages a career defined by leadership at the intersection of economics and finance. Recently retired as the Global Head of Scenario Analytics for Morgan Stanley, Peg was responsible for the firm’s macroeconomic stress tests and economic outlook. Her distinguished background includes senior roles with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and various major financial institutions, where she introduced groundbreaking innovations in portfolio risk management, macroeconomic scenario analysis, and climate risk. Peg’s deep understanding of complex systems and strategic risk will provide a steadying hand as we grow our programs and ensure a secure future for the young women we serve.

As an organization dedicated to fostering resilience and wellness, The Charlton School is thrilled to integrate the diverse perspectives of these four women—ranging from doctoral-level research in health services to hands-on experience in nursing and inclusive program development. Their collective commitment to service and excellence will strengthen the therapeutic learning community’s ability to provide a grounded, supportive environment for the next generation of women as they navigate their mental health journeys.

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Presents

“Women of the Saratoga Campaign”

To celebrate Women’s History Month, join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation on Thursday, March 26, at 7PM for “Women of the Saratoga Campaign,” a virtual program with Anne Clothier, Assistant to the Saratoga County Historian.

Many know the story of British General John Burgoyne’s Surrender to the Americans after the Battles of Saratoga in 1777, commonly referred to as the Turning Point of the American Revolution. Familiar names such as Benedict Arnold and Philip

Maple Avenue Middle School Gets

New Principal

by Aidan Cahill Saratoga TODAY

After a three-month search, Saratoga Springs City School District has appointed Michael Lopez to serve as Principal of Maple Avenue Middle School in Saratoga Springs.

Lopez will start on April 13. The position has been held by interim principal Mark Fish since Nov. 19. Fish was hired after principal Scott Singer pleaded guilty to stealing funds from a union he was a part of.

“We are thrilled to welcome Michael Lopez as the new principal of Maple Avenue Middle School,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr.

Michael Patton. “His proven leadership as an educator and administrator, combined with his commitment to fostering academic growth and socialemotional development, make him an excellent leader for our students and staff.”

Lopez is an assistant principal at Watervliet Jr./Sr. High School. Prior to that position, he worked as Assistant Academy Principal at Albany High School, and as a social studies teacher in Syracuse and Queens.

As for education, Lopez holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from SUNY Courtland and a master’s degree in adolescent education with a history concentration from Dowling College.

Schuyler are often associated with this history, but what about the women who were also involved in this crucial campaign?

Whether it was those actively traveling with the armies, or local residents who had the revolution brought to their doorsteps, this presentation tells lesser-known stories of women on both sides of the conflict and shares their perspectives on the ways their lives were forever changed by these events.

Anne Clothier grew up immersed in history on her family’s 200-year-old farm in northern Saratoga County. Her particular interests include women’s history, textiles, and medical history. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in History from SUNY College at Oneonta. While attending the Cooperstown Graduate Program in Museum Studies, she gained experience working on projects at the Farmers’ Museum, Fenimore Art

Museum, and New York State Historical Association. She worked as Director of Education at the Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum for over a decade before becoming Assistant to the Saratoga County Historian in 2024.

“Women experienced the Saratoga Campaign in significant and often overlooked ways,” said Samantha Bosshart, Executive Director. “During Women’s History Month, we’re

pleased Anne is joining us to highlight these stories and the lasting impact the Revolution had on local women who lived through it.”

This virtual program will be hosted via Zoom for a suggested donation of $10. To register, please visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call (518) 587-5030. All registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance, as well as access to the program recording.

April Full Moon Hikes at Wilton Wildlife

Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park invites community members to experience the beauty of nature after dark during its upcoming Full Moon Hike. The next hike will take place on Wednesday, April 1, at 7:00 p.m., offering participants a rare opportunity to explore the park’s transition to spring under the glow of the full moon.

Led by a knowledgeable environmental educator, this walk provides participants with insights into the unique habitats and wildlife that make Wilton Wildlife a regional treasure. The hikes will be held on the scenic trails of Camp Saratoga, located on Scout Road in the Town of Wilton.

This evening adventure offers a memorable and family-friendly way to appreciate the natural world in a peaceful, moonlit setting. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly and prepare for winter outdoor conditions.

Depending on weather conditions, the program will be conducted on micro spikes if ice is present; otherwise, attendees will enjoy a traditional trail walk. Free micro spike rentals are available to program participants thanks to the generous support of Brookfield Renewable N.A.

To register, please visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve. org. For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at

518-450-0321 or email info@ wiltonpreserve.org. For up-to-date trail conditions or program information, please visit the Wilton Wildlife website at wiltonpreserve.org or follow on Facebook or Instagram @wiltonpreserve. Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park’s mission is to provide environmental education and opportunities for outdoor recreation while supporting conservation of ecological systems and natural settings.

Maple Syrup:Nature’s Candy

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SATURDAYS

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

WILTON MALL FOOD COURT

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Every spring across the woodlands and forests of upstate NY, maple trees awaken from winter dormancy and begin sending nutrient-rich sap from their roots up through their trunks. When the nights drop below freezing, and the days grow sunny and warm, the trees push sap outward through small taps inserted into the trunk. It is when the sap ows that sugaring season and maple syrup celebrations begin, with the smell of boiling syrup and impending spring in the air.

For many communities across the northern forests, maple sugaring is more than food production—it’s a seasonal ritual that marks the transition from winter to spring.

Families gather in sugarhouses, steam rises from boiling sap, and the first taste of fresh syrup becomes a celebration of the land’s natural cycles.

For centuries, people have collected maple tree sap and transformed it into one of nature’s most beloved sweeteners: maple syrup. Beyond its rich flavor, maple syrup and maple sap contain beneficial minerals and plant compounds that make them far more than just a natural sugar. Unlike refined sugar, maple syrup contains trace minerals and antioxidants, including:

Manganese – supports metabolism and antioxidant defense

Zinc – important for immune health

Calcium – supports bone health

Potassium – helps regulate blood pressure

Magnesium – involved in hundreds of cellular processes

Additionally, maple syrup contains polyphenols that help combat oxidative stress in the body. Researchers have identified dozens of antioxidant compounds in maple syrup, including a unique molecule called quebecol, which forms during the heating process. These compounds may contribute to reduced inflammation, protection against cellular damage, and improved metabolic health.

Where to buy the best maple syrup? Direct from the farm or farmer’s market. Local producers often make maple syrup in smaller batches, giving it a deeper and more distinctive flavor. You can ask your producer about tree species, harvest dates, production methods, and boiling practices. Maple farms also carry several grades to taste and try – golden (delicate), amber (rich), and dark (robust) – all varying in depth and flavor profile. At the Saratoga Farmer’s Market, you can purchase

directly from Wild Hogs Sugar Shack at Maple Milk Farm. Additionally, many vendors at the farmers’ market use local maple syrup in their products. Parchment and Katie Bakes Gluten-Free use local maple syrup in their baked goods; Argyle Cheese Farmer features maple yogurts; Nettle Meadow makes chevre with maple; and many more businesses use maple syrup in their products. Local maple syrup is even used to make maple breakfast sausage at Grazin’ Acres Farm. From tree to table, maple syrup captures the essence of early spring and represents one of the purest and most time-honored foods of the northern forest.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open on Saturdays from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Wilton Mall Food Court. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org, where you can sign up for our weekly newsletter and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ SaratogaFarmersMarket.

Einkorn Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe

YIELDS: 6-8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 20 min

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 8 pasture raised eggs*

• 1 ¾ cup milk*

• 2 cups whole wheat einkorn flour

• 1 tsp Himalayan salt

• 2 tsp coconut sugar

• 2 tsp cinnamon*

• 1 tsp pumpkin spice*

• 1 tsp vanilla extract*

• 4 tbsp maple syrup*

• 5 tbsp grass fed butter (for skillet)

• Optional: fresh berries or preserves* for topping

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Preheat the cast iron skillet in the oven.

2. In a blender combine all the ingredients – eggs, milk, flour, salt, coconut sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, maple syrup

3. Once that oven is preheated, remove the cast iron skillet (carefully with mitts), add the butter and then pour the mixture into the skillet.

4. Bake at 425 for 15 min until golden on top. Slice like a pie, sprinkle with powdered sugar (strictly aesthetic) and top with fresh berries or preserves!

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Wash theDishes?

Breakfast Salad with Fried Eggs

Each week we write about the fun of creating and cooking fabulous dishes. However, with making these dishes comes the mess and dreaded task of cleaning up which becomes someone’s responsibility. Many conflicts occur within a household on whose turn it is to wash the dishes. I remember in my childhood years fighting with my four other siblings on who would be assigned the chore of doing the dishes. Having grown up in an Italian household with five children, my mother ran a tight ship and made sure all of us were assigned cleaning duties. Fighting over who was going to wash the dishes was a common occurrence even after my mother made it clear whose job it was that evening. When we shared and helped each other in our household chores, we then had plenty of time to go and do what we wanted afterwards.

the tasks of doing chores together and playing together, we became good friends; a friendship that still holds today.

Hello my Foodie Friends! Take Care, John & Paula

side for pots and pans. Jetz-Scrubz is also made in the USA.

Through the years we learned that washing the dishes did not take that long when each of us helped out. As we completed

“You know you’re an adult when you get excited when there is a new sponge in the sink”. Author Unknown. To this day, believe it or not, I enjoy washing dishes. I love bringing home new types of items to help me with this chore. One of our favorite items we carry is the Jetz-Scrubz cleaning sponge. This sponge will not scratch even the finest surfaces. They can last for several months and can be cleaned in the top tray of your dishwasher. The sponge has a foam side that holds suds longer and has a scratch-free scrubber

So, whose ever job it is to wash the dishes, try out this really cool sponge! Come visit Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery Store located on 33 Railroad Place in Saratoga where we have Tools for Cooks! Have fun cooking and cleaning up. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen”.

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INGREDIENTS

• 1 ½ cups chopped cucumbers (use English cucumbers or mini cucumbers)

• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved)

• 1 red pepper (diced)

• 1 avocado (diced)

• ¼ cup fresh basil (torn into bite-sized pieces)

INSTRUCTIONS

• ¼ cup parsley (roughly chopped)

• ¼ cup toasted cashews or pine nuts

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ¼ teaspoon EACH: sea salt and pepper

• 2 teaspoons butter (can sub olive oil)

• 2 large eggs

1. Add the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red pepper, avocado, basil, parsley, and nuts to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the olive oil, sea salt, and pepper and toss to coat.

2. Heat the butter in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes, until done to your liking. Divide the salad between two plates and top each with an egg.

This Week’s Events: MAR. 20-26

FRIDAY,MARCH20

Saratoga Men’s Baseball League Seeking Players

The Saratoga Men’s Baseball League is looking for players age 28 and over for the upcoming season. The season runs from May through August. For more information, call or text 518-470-7894 by March 20.

A Fun Night of Line Dancing

Murray’s Fools Distilling Company, 7152 AmsterdamGlenville Road, Glenville | 6-9 p.m. Join us for a fun night of line dancing at in support of Gateway House of Peace. Dance the night and winter blahs away with Allison Drapeau, Board Vice President of Gateway House of Peace and line dancing instructor, as she leads beginner-friendly lessons followed by open dancing—NO experience needed. We’ll also have a 50/50 raffle and themed baskets. Food will be available to purchase. $10 cover charge with 50% of all cover proceeds will automatically be donated directly to Gateway House.

Pub Night

The Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 9 p.m. There will be entertainment from 6 - 9 p.m. Enjoy Music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s including Rock, Country, Swing, Pop and Motown. Presenting “The Classics” with the popular Wayne & Joey performing for your listening pleasure. Beat the winter blues by coming out to enjoy great food, fun and first-rate entertainment. Food available for purchase until 7 p.m. or until gone, cash bar available all evening. Information call Tom 518-312-

9859. Public Welcome.

SATURDAY,MARCH 21

Spring Equinox Sunrise Walk

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 8 a.m. Get ready for the equinox, one of two days of the year with the same hours of daylight and nighttime! Come for a walk to learn about how celestial movements impact the natural world. Register at least one day ahead on our website wiltonpreserve.org or by calling the office at 518-450-0321.

NYS Maple Weekend

Various Locations | March 21, 22, 28, 29. Maple Weekend is a chance for the public to come to the farm to learn about New York’s maple sugar making processes and traditions and to provide a chance to taste pure maple syrup in its many forms – right from the source. Visit mapleweekend.com and upperhudsonmaple.com for more information and to find participating maple producers.

Sow and Tell

Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m. Gardening demonstration and introduction to the library’s Seed Library, a new initiative created in collaboration with the Saratoga County Cornell Cooperative Extension. The Seed Library will allow patrons to pick up free seed packets and try their hand at growing a variety of plants at home. Participants will learn helpful tips for starting seeds and growing healthy plants. The Seed Library aims to encourage community members to explore gardening, promote sustainability, and share the joy of growing food from seed.

The Malta West Ridge Cemetery Association Annual Meeting

MONDAY,MARCH 23

Free and open to the public. For more information, call 518885-5022, visit bspl.sals.edu or stop in.

Leprechaun Limited

Corinth Station, 9 Railroad Place, Corinth | 12 p.m. A 1.5-hr vintage train ride aboard the SC & H Railway offering heated cars, scenic views & a lucky green ribbon wish. Spot mischievous Diesel McGreedy in the pines and enjoy a magical day! Visit corinthtrain. com to learn more and purchase tickets.

Genealogy and Local History

Town of Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St. in Schuylerville | 1 p.m. Heritage Hunters Meeting - Town of Waterford Historian, Russ VanDervoort will discuss his adventures in unearthing his family’s surname story. A shotgun wedding, Civil War Service, a nasty court case, and a maverick family member telling his family’s story, all influenced the evolution of his family name. Russ had been told several versions of his ancestors’ stories. He will explain the process that helped him determine the truths of how the changes took place. Russ has held many positions in Waterford and has written several local history books. For information, call 518-885-9309.

The Malta Ridge Cemetery Association Annual Meeting

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta | 1 p.m. All Lot owners, descendants and anyone interested in the cemetery are encouraged to attend.

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta | 1:30 p.m. A.K.A. Hall’s Corners Cemetery or Malta Collamer Cemetery. All lot owners, descendants and anyone interested in the cemetery are encouraged to attend.

Panera Bread Fundraiser

109 Saratoga Village, Malta | 4 – 8 p.m. A fundraiser for Gateway House of Peace. Customers must show the flyer which is available online (gatewayhouseofpeace.org) or at our Thrift Store at 404 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa, in order for Gateway to get credit.

Chicken and Biscuit Dinner

Maplewood Parkway Methodist Church, 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Menu: Chicken and gravy with biscuit, potatoes, veggies, soup and homemade dessert. Adults $12. Preorders are recommended for pickup and delivery. Call 518-7931152.

SUNDAY,MARCH22

Breakfast Buffet

ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m. Eggs to order, bacon, pancakes, etc. $11 adults, $10 seniors, $6 children 10 & under, children under 5 are free. $13 takeout orders.

Tang Guide Tour with Ellis Hemmerdinger ’26

Tang Museum Atrium, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. A tour of the Museum and current exhibitions with Tang Guide Ellis Hemmerdinger ’26. This event is open to the public, and visitors are invited to stay after the tour and look around the galleries. For more information visit tang. skidmore.edu.

Adventures in STEAM: Mini-Greenhouses

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 11 a.m. Join us as we make Mini-Greenhouses. This event is designed for homeschoolers who want to meet up and experiment with STEAM--Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. For grades K-5, with an adult. Registration required. 518-3718622. www.cphlibrary.org.

Experts Next Door:

African American Women and Expatriate Life in Independent Senegal with Julia Woods

Live on Zoom | 7 p.m. This presentation shares Sylvia’s story as an African American woman in independent Senegal’s cosmopolitan capital city of Dakar. She taught comparative French and African literatures, Black feminism, and the TransAtlantic Slave Trade at the large public university in Dakar before many American universities had such classes. While Sylvia’s story is singular in its uniqueness, she fostered a community of numerous other African American female expatriates in Senegal, many of whom did important work to bring both sides of the Atlantic together through professional life, academia, and kinship. Register brooksidemuseum.org.

The Dunning St Cemetery Association Annual Meeting

Malta Ridge Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave Extension, Malta | 7 p.m. All lot owners, descendants and anyone interested in the cemetery are encouraged to attend.

TUESDAY,MARCH 24

Craft and Unwind

Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m. Designed for participants ages 18 and up, this casual,

low-stress crafting session gives attendees the chance to create one-of-a-kind pins and try the trending craft of book gemming—decorating book covers with sparkling gems. Participants are welcome to bring their own book or journal to decorate or choose from a selection of donated books provided by the library. No prior crafting experience is necessary, just come ready to relax, create, and enjoy a fun evening with fellow makers. Space is limited and registration is required. Free and open to the public. To register, stop in, call 518-8855022, or visit bspl.sals.edu.

Poetry Night

Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. The fourth Tuesday of every month is poetry night. Caffè Lena will present a poetry reading by Natalya Sukhonos. An openmic poetry reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. and 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. 518583-0022.

The Windermere Children Zoom Program

7 p.m. Saratoga Jewish Community Arts, with a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York and the sponsorship of Temple Sinai of Saratoga Springs, presents a panel discussion of the PBS drama, The Windermere Children. Several books and films have chronicled the 10,000 children rescued out of Europe during World War II on what became known as Kindertransport, the trains that carried the children to safety in Great Britain. Lesser known is the smaller, postwar British mission to rescue Jewish orphans who survived the concentration camps and give them a chance to reclaim their lives. Pre-registration is required. To register, https:// lp.constantcontactpages. com/sl/kVG1OUi/

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH25

Roast Pork Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: roast loin of pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy, roll, tossed salad. Dinner $15 (cash only).

Photography Club

Galway Public Library, Community Room, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. This month, Kate Blain will share her photography with us in “A Walk in the Woods -- and Everywhere Else.” We will also be reviewing photographs submitted for our March Photo Challenge, “Memories of Summer.” Anyone interested in photography, regardless of their level of experience, is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information, contact Dave Waite at davewaitefinearts@gmail.com.

THURSDAY,MARCH 26

Blood Drive in Memory of Pamela Polacsek

Saratoga Bridges, 16 Saratoga Bridges Blvd., Ballston Spa | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saratoga Bridges will be hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross. Donations will take place at the second-floor conference room, and all donors who successfully donate blood will receive a $15 e-gift card and free A1C testing in thanks. The blood drive is dedicated to the memory of Pamela Polacsek, the former Development and Foundation Director at Saratoga Bridges. For more information or to register for a time slot, please visit www.redcrossblood. org and use the sponsor code “SARATOGABRIDGES,” or reach out to the Events Coordinator at 518-587-0723 ext. 7625. Donors of all blood types are needed, especially

those with types O negative & positive, B negative and A negative.

MS Support

Group Meeting

Zoom or In Person, SAIL, 51 Glenwood Ave., Queensbury | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. For questions call Lou Ann 518-793-9506.

Nutrition & Wellness Programming

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | Various Sessions and Times. a full day of expert-led sessions in recognition of National Nutrition Month, offering practical insights and strategies to support everyday health and well-being. Free and open to the public. For more information, to RSVP, or to become a member, call 518- 584-1621 or visit www. saratogaseniorcenter.org.

Medicare 101: Basics and Beyond

Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 6 p.m. The session will be presented by Medicare Coach and Educator, Sandra Kahlon, who will guide attendees through the fundamentals of Medicare and help participants better understand their coverage options. This educational program is designed for individuals who are approaching Medicare eligibility, currently enrolled, or assisting a loved one with navigating the Medicare system. Sandra will explain the different parts of Medicare, enrollment timelines, coverage options, and common questions people have when selecting plans. Free and open to the public. For more information, please call 518885-5022, visit bspls.sals.edu or stop in.

Bring Life to Your Landscape

Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Room, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 6 – 8 p.m. Local pollinator advocate, Johanna Garrison, introduces some of the beloved main characters in her home garden while sharing basic steps you can take to create your own

thriving ecosystem. Following the talk, Sustainable Saratoga & SoBro Conservancy members will be hosting information centers on a variety of ecological gardening topics.

The Addams Family Musical

Ballston Spa High School, 220 Ballston Avenue, Ballston Spa | 7 p.m. Ballston Spa High School is proud to present its spring musical, The Addams Family, based on the beloved characters created by Charles Addams. Performances will take place on March 26, 27, and 28 at 7 p.m., with a matinee on March 28 at 1 p.m. Performances are held at Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for senior citizens and students. Tickets are online and at the door; online tickets are now open!

Women of the Saratoga Campaign

Zoom Program, 7 p.m. A virtual program with Anne

Clothier, Assistant to the Saratoga County Historian. Many know the story of British General John Burgoyne’s Surrender to the Americans after the Battles of Saratoga in 1777. Names such as Benedict Arnold and Philip Schuyler are associated with this history, but what about the women who were involved in this crucial campaign? Whether it was those actively traveling with the armies, or local residents, this presentation tells lesserknown stories of women on both sides of the conflict and the ways their lives were forever changed by these events. A suggested donation of $10. To register, please visit www. saratogapreservation.org or call 518-587-5030.

Lenten Vespers Service Series

Presbyterian United Church of Christ, 24 Circular Drive, Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8 p.m. 518-584-6091, puccchurch.org, @puccchurch.

Local Celebration of National Poetry Month to be Held in Ballston Spa

BALLSTON SPA — The Village of Ballston Spa and its Committee on the Arts recently announced the 3rd annual “Random Acts of Poetry” series.

The village-wide, monthlong celebration of National Poetry Month in April includes a variety of different poetry activities and projects.

The ongoing “Acts” will include poetry banners on the streetlights throughout the village, as well as haiku written by Ballston Spa High School students and local residents on lawn signs in both Wiswall Park and Memorial Park that will create a “Poetry Walk.”

There will be “Dining with Poetry” in some village restaurants, and many Ballston Spa businesses will be hosting a “Poetry Chalk Walk” written on the sidewalks in front of their shops by local Girl Scout troops. Another initiative is “Poem in Your Pocket,” buckets where select businesses will have poetry scrolls available to take.

The Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts social media Facebook

Adirondacks Folk Singer Dan Berggren to Headline Benefit Concert

page will also feature “A Daily Dose” of poetry, most of which has been written by local poets. The “Acts” events start with a book signing at the Ballston Spa Library with authors Rose Marie LaPietra and MacKenzie Akin-Martel on April 7. A “Poetry Performance Reading” will take place in the historic Brookside Museum’s Long Room, hosted by Saratoga Springs Poet Laureate Jay Rogoff, and will feature readings from his own work along with poets Barbara Ungar and Hajar Hussaini on Sunday, April 12 at 7 p.m. This will be followed by two workshops at the library on April

18, the first starting at 10 a.m. (“A Playful Way into Reading Poetry”) and the second starting at 1 p.m. (“Playing with Words: A Poetry Writing Workshop” led by local poets Elaine Handley and Marilyn McCabe). The “Acts” culminates with an open mic night, hosted by Steven Guilfoyle, on April 30 at 6 p.m. at the Back Barn Brewery.

All events are free and open to the public; however, space is limited. To reserve a seat for the poetry performance reading on April 12, pre-register online through the Brookside Museum website: brooksidemuseum.org/ events/upcoming-events/.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs will host folk singer Dan Berggren in a benefit concert on Friday, March 27 at 7 p.m. at 624 N. Broadway. Proceeds will support the congregation’s campaign to build a new meetinghouse designed to serve the wider Saratoga Springs community.

Rooted in the Adirondacks, Berggren is accompanied by a guitar and banjo. He was inducted into the 2025 Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame, and environmentalist Bill McKibben has called his music “the sound of the Adirondacks.”

Funds raised will help advance plans for a new meetinghouse at 400 Louden Road, addressing the congregation’s need for space as its programs and community partnerships continue to grow. The “New Home for a New Era” is envisioned as a flexible, welcoming space for public events, educational programs, cultural gatherings, and moments of reflection.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Tickets can be purchased here: https://uusaratoga.breezechms.com/form/DanBconcert.

Live Music, Vendors, and Free Food at Sashies

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

MILTON — From noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, Sashies Dispensary will hold a one-year anniversary party under the big top.

Slated for the free event: live music by Ethan Edward,

Anniversary Party

budtender Benji Hitrick, and DJ Sean Casey; free BBQ from Farm to Fire and wood-fired specialties from Three Vines Bistro; balloon displays by the Adirondack Balloon Company; surprise giveaways and roaming performers; and a host of vendors, including Jaunty, Gron, Heirloom, High Peaks, Slack Hollow Organics, Off Hours,

Florist Farms, Revert New York, Golden Garden, and Nanticoke.

Located at 201 Northline Road (in the same building as the Havana Cigar Lounge), Sashies had its soft opening in early 2025. The dispensary is owned by Sachmarie Crowley, a United States Navy combat veteran with more than 20 years of healthcare experience.

This Weekend at Caffe Lena

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

On Friday, March 20, Caffè Lena welcomes Louisiana-born singersongwriter and guitarist Joy Clark to its intimate concert space. Clark is a rising force in Americana and folk whose debut album “Tell it to the Wind” marks her arrival. Her sound blends the social consciousness of folk, the grooves of Southeast Louisiana, and the soulrooted music she grew up with. Clark honed her craft in New Orleans, toured with Grammywinner Cyril Neville, and later

joined Allison Russell’s Rainbow Coalition, performing alongside Brandi Carlile, the Indigo Girls, and more. Opening for Clark is Upstate New York soul-rock songwriter Buggy Jive, who has previously performed at Saratoga’s New Year’s Eve festivities.

On Saturday, March 21, songwriter Andrea von Kampen will perform at Lena. Described by The New York Times as “a fine singer with guitar work reminiscent of the cult hero Nick Drake,” von Kampen’s songs are intimate

and introspective, guided by graceful melodies and a calm, expressive voice. After a series of well-received EPs, von Kampen released her full-length debut “Old Country” in 2019, followed by “That Spell” in 2021. In 2022, she made her acting debut in the independent film “A Chance Encounter,” starring in the film and writing and recording its soundtrack. Her most recent studio album, “Sister Moon” (2024), marks a new chapter. Von Kampen’s music has amassed more than 55 million streams on Spotify.

Lil Wayne and 2 Chaniz Headed to Spa City

Image via Live Nation.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Rappers Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz will perform at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on July 2, Live Nation announced on Tuesday.

The 2026 tour follows a successful 2025 run and continues the celebration of Wayne’s “Tha Carter” legacy, an album series

that cemented his place as one of the most influential rappers of all time. Spanning more than two decades, “Tha Carter” albums have delivered multi-platinum milestones and record-breaking chart-toppers.

Presale began Wednesday, March 18. General on-sale begins Friday, March 20 at 10 a.m.

SPAC Announces 2026 Philadelphia Orchestra Season

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) will host the Philadelphia Orchestra for a three-week summer residency from Aug. 5 to 22.

Led by Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nezet-Seguin, the season pairs classical masterworks with SPAC premieres and performances by worldrenowned artists, including Tony, Emmy, and five-time Grammy Award–nominated singer Josh Groban; Grammy–nominated indie-folk singer Gregory Alan Isakov; and two-time Tony Award–winning Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell.

Additional performances include screenings of “Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows -- Part 1” and “Star Wars: A New Hope,” which will be projected onto screens in HD while the orchestra performs the accompanying film scores live; Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony; “The Four Seasons” by Vivaldi and “The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires” by Astor Piazzolla; the Tchaikovsky Spectacular; Mozart & Mahler; “Pictures from an Exhibition” with Daniele Rustioni; Emanuel Ax Plays Beethoven; and Gershwin’s “An American in Paris.”

“Our 2026 Philadelphia Orchestra season marks a milestone celebration—60 years of extraordinary music at SPAC with the Orchestra,” said Elizabeth Sobol, CEO of SPAC. “Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, which opened the Orchestra’s first season here in 1966, returns as the centerpiece of this summer’s season, led by Yannick Nézet-Séguin. This monumental work, with its transcendent choral finale, offers our community a stirring experience that celebrates six decades of artistry and the enduring partnership between SPAC and the Orchestra.”

Highlighting the season is the Philadelphia Orchestra debut of Josh Groban on Aug. 14. Groban will perform a special Stage, Screen & Symphony program that blends musical theater hits, cinema classics, and symphonic arrangements. Groban has sold more than 35 million albums worldwide, headlined legendary venues on multiple continents, and entertained audiences with acclaimed

film and television appearances.

Indie-folk singer Gregory Alan Isakov will make his SPAC and Philadelphia Orchestra debut to close the season on Aug. 22. The Johannesburg-born songwriter brings songs such as “Miles to Go,” “Liars,” “Big Black Car,” and “Amsterdam” to the stage in sweeping orchestral arrangements. Isakov has collaborated with many symphonies, including the Colorado Symphony, as well as the Los Angeles Philharmonic—the latter of which was hailed by the Los Angeles Times as “a singular experience.”

Philadelphia Orchestra Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin will return to the podium on Aug. 15 to anchor SPAC’s 60th anniversary season with Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, featuring a cast that includes soprano Leah Hawkins, mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, tenor Issachah Savage, and bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green, alongside Albany Pro Musica. The program will open with the SPAC premiere of William Grant Still’s rarely performed “Wood Notes,” a pastoral orchestral suite inspired by the natural beauty of the American South and the poetry of Joseph Mitchell Pilche.

Continuing the 60th anniversary theme of “Seasons,” the residency will also feature paired performances of “The Four Seasons” by Vivaldi and “The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires” by Astor Piazzolla, with concertmaster David Kim serving as leader and soloist on Aug. 19. Kicking off the season with three performances is Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop (Aug. 5-7), including the popular “Tchaikovsky Spectacular” program, followed by an evening featuring the SPAC premiere of Mozart’s “Piano Concerto No. 23,” with pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason in her SPAC and Orchestra debuts, and Mahler’s “Symphony No. 1.”

Returning for the first time since 2014, two-time Tony–winning Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell will lead, on Aug. 7, an “American Dreams” program highlighted by his narration of Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait,” a reflection on unity, equality, and democratic responsibility. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, the program also draws inspiration from Marian Anderson’s landmark performance of the work at SPAC 50 years ago. The evening features Broadway favorites, including “Wheels of a Dream” from Ragtime, in which Mitchell originated the leading role, and concludes with Dvořák’s “Symphony No. 9,” written during the composer’s time in the United States and inspired by American musical traditions.

Continuing this exploration of American music, New Zealand conductor Gemma New will make her SPAC debut on Aug. 20, leading Gershwin’s “An American in Paris” paired with Ravel’s “Piano Concerto in G” and Florence Price’s “Piano Concerto in One Movement,” performed by pianist Michelle Cann, who will also appear on the SPAC stage for the first time.

Also highlighting the season is the return of pianist Emanuel Ax on Aug. 13, performing Beethoven’s “Piano Concerto No. 5,” one of the composer’s most iconic works, under the baton of newly appointed Principal Guest Conductor of The Metropolitan Opera Danielle Rustioni, making his SPAC debut. On Aug. 12, Rustioni will lead Musorgsky’s “Pictures from an Exhibition” and Korngold’s “Violin Concerto,” featuring the SPAC and Orchestra debuts of celebrated violinist Bomsori Kim.

Finally, the popular film nights will return with “Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows -- Part 1” on Aug. 8 and “Star Wars: A New Hope” on Aug. 21. “August at SPAC will bring

three remarkable vocalists across genres—Josh Groban, Gregory Alan Isakov, and Brian Stokes Mitchell—alongside classical music’s most in-demand artists, from Saratoga favorites and icons like Marin Alsop and Emanuel Ax to rising stars making their SPAC debuts, including Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, following the recent debuts of her siblings Isata Kanneh-Mason and Sheku Kanneh-Mason,” said

Christopher Shiley, president of SPAC. “From masterworks and SPAC premieres to programs inspired by the themes of ‘Seasons’ and America’s 250th anniversary, this summer promises to inspire, uplift, and connect our community through music.”

Tickets are already available for members (tiered by level) and will be available to the general public on March 25 at 10 a.m. Visit spac.org for details.

Friday

Notice of formation of Hallenbeck & Co. LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on January 27, 2026. 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: 112 Fonda Rd., Waterford, NY 12188. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2026. 16615

Notice of formation of, Lockwood Hypnotherapy & Integrative Wellness, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/30/2026. 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: Andrea Martin 143 Route 4 N Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2026. 16619

Notice of formation of Green Haven Landscapes LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/06/2026 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: 26 Mia Way, Porter Corners NY 12859. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2026. 16616

Baker Brothers Fabrication, LLC.

Article of Organization filed with the SSNY on February 09, 2026. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 45 Putnam Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20/2026.

16622

90 BALLARD RD LLC. Filed 2/9/26. Office: Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. as agent for process and shall mail to: c/o Trevor McCarthy, 43 Marvin St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: General. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16623

Boomkin Enterprises LLC filed w/ SSNY 2/9/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to the LLC, 8 Heron Pl, Rexford, NY 12148. Any lawful purpose. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16633

Notice of formation of East Paddock Gate Management LLC. Articles of organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 1/25/2026. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of the process should be mailed to the LLC at: 7 Pleasant Dr., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16647

Notice of formation of AIAF LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 12/22/2025 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: 1066 Palmer Road, Broadalbin, NY, 12025. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16646

Notice of registration of NavSav Holdings II, LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/12/2026. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process

LEGALS

should be mailed to: c/o 3H Legal Services, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16659

Rajeski Consulting Services LLC filed w/ SSNY on 2/12/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to Accumera LLC, 911 Central Ave., #101, Albany, NY 12206. The reg. agt. is Accumera LLC at same address. Any lawful purpose. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16669

Notice of Formation of SAS Saratoga Hospitality Group LLC, Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on November 6, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at c/o 61 Granite St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful activity. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16665

Notice of formation of HI-TECH AUTO SERVICE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/9/2026. 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: 431 PALMER AVE, CORINTH, NY, 12822. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16670

Notice of Formation of Ritter Consulting Services LLC, Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on January 6, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at c/o PO Box 1313,

Halfmoon, NY 12065. Purpose: any lawful activity. 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27/2026. 16672

JM DeVito Consulting LLC filed Art. of Org. with the Sec’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/18/2026. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent for the LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: Couch White, LLP, 540 Broadway, P.O. Box 22222, Albany, NY 12201 Purpose: any lawful act. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16679

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: BURKES BOAT WORKS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/18/2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been Designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 144 S Hudson St, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16750

Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Articles of Organization for Loarca Lumber, LLC (“LLC”) were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on February 9, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to the LLC at 268 Grange Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. LLC does not have a specific date of Dissolution. Purpose: All legal purposes. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16713

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Under Section 206 of the Limited

Liability Company Law. Name: Gatterson Family Holdings, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 19, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: c/o The LLC, PO Box 604073, Bayside, NY 11360. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16728

Notice of formation of 4LSNM LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/21/2025. 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: 410 Greenfield Ave, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16737

Notice of Formation of Mcwain Transport LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/04/2025 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: 27D Skylark Dr. South Glens Falls NY 12803. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16741

Notice of Formation of Toohill Energy and Property Holdings LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on January 1, 2026. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: Bradley Toohill, 4 Columbine

Avenue, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16736

Notice of formation of STACKZ SIX LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/17/20206. 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: 77 Ushers Rd. Mechanicville, NY 12118.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16754

Notice of Formation of Saratoga Capital Group LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on November 25, 2025. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Saratoga Capital Group LLC, PO Box 321, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: any lawful activity. 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2026. 16757

Notice of Formation of ATMAssist, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 25, 2026. 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 to: 4 Peabody Place, Gansevoort, NY 12831.

Purpose: Any lawful activity. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16773

Notice of formation of HALFMOON SPORTS CENTER LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/22/2026. 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: 227 ALEXANDER AVE, SCOTIA, NY, 12302. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16774

Notice of Formation of “Irving Industries LLC”. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 24th, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County, New York. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a

copy of any process against LLC to: United States Corporation Agents, Inc. 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228, USA. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized in New York. The duration of the LLC is perpetual. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16783

Notice of registration of CARVE UNDERWRITING SOLUTIONS

LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/27/2026. 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: c/o 3H Legal Services, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16787

Notice of formation of Sunrise Executive Solutions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/26/2026. 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 Pine Bark Place, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Sunrise Executive Solutions LLC. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16790

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Notice of Formation of Shelter Connect, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/27/2026 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: 8 Raven Ct, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16792

Notice of Formation of Capital Region Vapor LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/27/26. 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: 32B Suncrest Drive, Waterford, NY, 12188. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16796

Notice of formation of High Cut Golf LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/25/2026 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: 4303 Ellsworth Blvd Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16809

Zia Dynamics, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on March 3, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: c/o The LLC, 14 Rose Terrace, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16814

Notice of Formation of CALLI HOLLEY CONSULTING, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/28/2026 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: 4 ASHLEY PLACE, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026. 16824

Notice of formation of A Joyful Alternative, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/06/2026 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: 27 Angeles Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026. 16833

Notice of Formation of Through The Trees Records LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 3/2/2026. 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: 18 Coronado Way, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026. 16834

Notice of formation of PIPER 787 HOLDINGS LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 3/9/2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served and the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: PIPER 787 HOLDINGS LLC, 1825 Tarpon Lane, H-304, Vero Beach, FL 32960. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026.16856

ME PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed on the 30th day of January, 2026. The office is to be located in the County of Saratoga. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent for service of process and shall mail such process to ME Professional Solutions, LLC, c/o Couch Dale Marshall P.C., 14 Corporate Drive, Halfmoon, New York 12065. This LLC is formed for every legal purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026. 16850

Notice of Formation of Moving With Mik LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/02/2026. 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: 17 Baker Drive, Gansevoort NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026. 16859

Notice of Formation of New Business Creator LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/06/2025. 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: 380 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17/2026. 16864

Notice of Formation of K.G. Perron LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/11/2026. 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 Myrtle St. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24/2026. 16872

Notice of Formation of Sympals LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on September 17, 2025. 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: 24 Kelly Lane, Halfmoon, NY, 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24/2026. 16876

Notice of Formation of 181 South Street LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/23/26. 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: 212 Nelson Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24/2026. 16878

Notice of formation of Simmons PN Consulting, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/27/2026 Office: Brandy Simmons has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 31 Outlook Dr S, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24/2026. 16882

Notice of Formation of C David Alling Construction LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/20/2026. 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: 296 Lake RD Ballston Lake NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24/2026. 16906

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

This Week: Rebound, Redound

Rebound means to bounce or spring back.

The company’s stock price rebounded after the news hit.

Redound means to contribute or lead to something. Her exceptional performance redounds to the company’s benefit.

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

Sports History: Playing Ball in Saratoga Springs

by Bill Orzell Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A wonderful tonic effect, following a long and frigid winter, is provided when sunshine unlocks the soils and we once again hear a bat and ball, along with the slap of a glove. Hearing of pitchers and catchers reporting to camp buoys the spirit of eventual survival, and ignites that hope which springs eternal, as our season accelerates toward baseball.

During the dark days of the Second World War, due to restrictions for preserving all resources for the war effort, ballplayers were not allowed to travel south for spring training. Teams were restricted to northern climes, close to their home fields. These same strictures prevented thoroughbred racing in Saratoga in 1943-45.

The teams hurriedly developed facilities which included a large indoor structure for inclement days. The Red Sox drilled in Tufts University’s Cousens Gym, and when conditions allowed, nearby Fenway Park. The Phillies held training at the hockey arena at Hershey Park. The New York Giants and Yankees utilized large recreation facilities in New Jersey, and the Brooklyn Dodgers at Bear Mountain in the Hudson Highlands, with easy access to the vast field house of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

Following the end of hostilities, the spring of 1946 saw nearly all teams returning to their pre-war southern locations, yet one operation considered the merits of remaining north. The Albany Senators had invited 50 players to their camp, nearly all of whom were returning servicemen, who had been away from their homes for extended periods.

For the reason of not demanding long-distance travel, the management of the team looked toward Saratoga Springs, and liked the juxtaposition of Recreation Field, the Armory on Lake Avenue and Convention Hall, the many operational restaurants and recreations, excellent rail connections and the

dormant summer hotels awaiting track season.

The Albany Senators, defending champions of the Eastern League, were affiliated with the Pittsburgh Pirates and played their home games at Hawkins Stadium in Menands, which was a very large minor league facility. The grandstand was so extensive that it obstructed morning sunshine, where the overnight dew was slow to evaporate, preventing workouts until late in the day.

The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce—which since 1918 has played a key role in advocating for local businesses, fostering economic growth, and highlighting the region’s unique assets—was fully in favor of the Senators establishing camp at the Spa. Mayor Addison Mallery led team owner Tom McCaffrey on a tour of the local facilities, and the club president chose to domicile at the Normandie Hotel, a threestructure complex at that time on North Broadway.

Jim Collins, manager of the Senators, had been a first basemen on the Cardinals “Gashouse Gang” championship teams of the 1930s and during the manpower shortage of the war-years needed to insert himself into the lineup, where he was twice voted Eastern League MVP. A former Pennsylvania coal miner, Collins’ nickname was “Ripper,” as in “tear the cover off the ball.” The skipper, entering his fifth year in that position, was very enthusiastic over the new arrangement, citing many advantages over the team’s pre-war camp at Barnwell, South Carolina.

The Senators would be at their Saratoga camp for the entire month of April,

beginning first getting their legs and wind into shape with drills, running, calisthenics, and pepper games that sharpened agility and built stamina. The latter part of the month involved exhibition games at Hawkins Stadium against teams returning north, with series scheduled against the Toronto Maple Leafs and Binghamton Triplets. The Eastern League season would begin in early May.

White cardboard signs with red lettering extending a welcome to the Albany Senators were placed on store fronts and in restaurant and tavern windows. The weather was far from perfect, yet the welcome was warm and sincere from Spa City residents.

Manager Ripper Collins had his pitchers try out a rubberized, electrically-heated jacket for the first time at Recreation Field, which he had developed to keep his hurlers warmed up when a game was delayed. The enterprising manager was also known for his clowning antics, both on and off the field, and proved to be a popular motivational speaker at many of the city’s civic functions.

Just prior to the Senators’ arrival, Saratoga Springs had voted to build a public library, and the team played an intersquad game at Recreation Field to help raise funds for the valuable facility that we enjoy in our time.

The Albany Senators finished the 1946 season as Eastern League runner-up, losing to the Hartford Chiefs in the playoffs. The entire year proved to be one of transition back to peacetime, with thoroughbred competition returning to Saratoga Springs, and yielding a single season as a spring training camp.

Saratoga School Treasurer Wins “Arnold” Weightlifting Classic

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

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— Lucille Murphy, the treasurer for the Saratoga Springs City School District, won the “Arnold” Weightlifting Classic competition in a clean sweep of her age/weight class earlier this month in Ohio.

It was the first leg of the Triple Crown to determine the 2026 champion.

Murphy was successful in lifting 77 kilos in the snatch class and 97 kilos in the clean and jerk class. She also won the total weight lifted category.

Murphy is a Saratoga Springs graduate who lives in Niskayuna. Her next competition will be held in April in Salt Lake City.

Last year, Murphy was crowned a women’s weightlifting champion at the 2025 Masters

National Championships in Atlanta, Georgia. Murphy was previously district treasurer for the Galway

Central School District. For 11 years, she was also a youth rowing coach for the Saratoga Rowing Association.

Halfmoon Skier Crowned Overall Individual National Champion

LAKE PLACID — Halfmoon native Philip Matthews, currently a junior at Paul Smith’s College in the Adirondacks, was crowned Overall Individual National Champion at the 2026 U.S. Collegiate Ski & Snowboard National Championships in Lake Placid last week.

Matthews’ title is awarded to the athlete with the best combined results across all championship races. He became the third Bobcat in program history to win the overall individual title, joining two-time

champion Aidan Ripp and 2024 champion Dolcie Tanguay.

“This past week was a huge challenge for us as a team, but I think we handled it amazingly,” Matthews said. “For the first race, I told the boys we needed to come out of the gate swinging and we carried that energy throughout the week… Winning the overall individual championship was something that I wanted to do since I was a freshman and [I] really focused on that all year.”

Matthews is a graduate of Shenendehowa High School.

Horse Racing News: Jockey Club in Town, Museum Seeks Curator,

Handicapping Series Announced

Signing Day for Trio of Spa Catholic Baseball Champs

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Jockey Club’s 2026 Round Table Conference on Matters Pertaining to Racing will be held on Thursday, Aug. 6 at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Last year’s iteration of the annual event featured NBC News Correspondent Steve Kornacki as its keynote speaker. The 2025 conference was livestreamed on The Jockey Club’s website at jockeyclub.com.

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is seeking a full-time museum curator. The position is immediately available. The museum curator is responsible for exhibition development, installation, and maintenance of temporary and semi-permanent exhibitions; working in collaboration with the collections manager with collection, acquisitions, and conservation; responding to media and public inquiries about the exhibitions and permanent collections; maintaining communication between the curatorial department and the Collections

Fun And Games

and Exhibits Committee and Board of Trustees.

The position requires a B.A. in Museum Studies, History, or Art History with three to five years of experience in curatorial work. An M.A. in Museum Studies or related field and museum work experience is preferred. The position also requires knowledge of collections management and exhibition development procedures, in addition to the ability to prioritize, delegate, and work collaboratively on major projects.

A strong attention to detail and superior organizational skills are essential. Knowledge of the thoroughbred racing industry and history preferred. Interested candidates should send resume, cover letter, and references to Jennifer Rickman at jrickman@ racingmuseum.net.

The Racing Museum also recently unveiled its schedule for a series of three handicapping seminars leading up to the 152nd running of the Kentucky

Derby on May 2. Hosted by handicapper Tom Amello, the series will take place at the museum on the following dates:

• Saturday, March 28, 11 a.m. — featuring analysis of the Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Park and the Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park.

• Saturday, April 4, 11 a.m. — featuring analysis of the Blue Grass Stakes at Keeneland Race Course, Santa Anita Derby at Santa Anita Park, and Wood Memorial Stakes at Aqueduct Racetrack.

• Saturday, April 25, 11 a.m. — Kentucky Derby handicapping seminar with Tom Amello and Michael Veitch. Analysis of key Kentucky Derby preps and predictions for the upcoming 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

Seminars are included with paid museum admission and are free for museum members. There will also be racing trivia during each seminar for a chance to win prizes.

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— Three members of the 2025 state champion Saratoga Catholic baseball team participated in a signing day ceremony on Monday. Kihl Kelly (SUNY Brockport), Jason Pescetti (Alfred State University), and Martin Elie (SUNY Adirondack) will all continue their playing careers at the collegiate level.

Head Coach Alphonse Lambert said Kelly would likely end up in the top five of various school career records, such as hits and games played, before he graduates later this year. He also said that Kelly, typically an outfielder, would spend some innings on the mound this season.

Pescetti, despite being towards the bottom of the Saints’

lineup last year, finished with a batting average above .400 and racked up 38 hits and dozens of RBI. Lambert said Pescetti would move up in the order this season. “His production last year was key to our success,” the coach said. Pescetti is a first baseman who has been playing the sport since he was only 3.

Elie was a defensive specialist in 2025 but is expected to have more opportunities to thrive at the plate in 2026. “Baseball has been my sport since I was 5 years old,” Elie told Saratoga TODAY. “I fell in love with it when I was 12, but my uncle passed away during that season, so I keep playing baseball to keep him close, and I’ve found love for the sport again at the same time.”

“All three guys, they’re just excellent people,” Lambert said. “Good student-athletes, good examples of Spa Catholic.”

See "Maple Avenue Middle School Gets New Principal" pg. 17

INAUGURAL FIELD OF HONOR DISPLAY COMING TO GALWAY

GALWAY — Alliance180—a nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, first responders, and frontline health care workers—will host its inaugural Field of Honor, a patriotic display honoring the men and women who have shaped the nation, beginning Sunday, June 14 through Sunday, June 21, at the Galway Town Hall at 5910 Sacandaga Road.

The Field of Honor will feature 250 United States flags, each

dedicated in honor or memory of a hero. The display opens with a Flag Day Opening Ceremony on Sunday, June 14 at 1 p.m.

Each flag in the display includes a personal dedication tag, sharing the story of a veteran, first responder, loved one, or hero being honored. The flags will remain in the field until June 21, when the flag and dedication tag will be returned to the individual or organization who sponsored it.

Each flag will be sponsored by supporters of Alliance180, or individuals honoring their loved ones. Proceeds from the event will benefit Alliance180, supporting its mission to prevent suicide and heal trauma among veterans, first responders, and frontline health care workers through a peer-to-peer, action-based program centered on transformative equine experiences.

In recognition of America 250, Alliance180 will also present a

special educational exhibit adjacent to the Field of Honor. The exhibit will feature a life-sized Declaration of Independence banner, accompanied by historic American flags representing the 26 flags flown over the United States during the past 250 years, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the nation’s history.

Curtis Lumber is the presenting sponsor for this year’s event.

Those looking to donate, sponsor

a flag, or learn more information can visit www.healingfield.org/ event/galway-ny/.

Alliance180 was founded by Bob Nevins, a decorated Army helicopter pilot who served during the Vietnam War. The program was developed and written by co-founder Melody Squier, who is an equine specialist and first responder.

For more information about Alliance180, visit www. alliance180.org.