Saratoga TODAY March 6 - March 12, 2026

Mannix Marketing Celebrates 30 Years of Boosting Local Businesses With Anniversary Event in Saratoga Springs

Mannix Marketing is turning 30, and the team is celebrating the only way they know how: by bringing the community together.

“We want to celebrate this milestone with the community that has supported us every step of the way,” said Sara Mannix, Founder and CEO. “For 30 years, our mission has been simple: help local businesses grow. This party is about saying thank you, reconnecting, and looking ahead to the next 30 years.”

The anniversary celebration will take place Wednesday, March 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at The Horseshoe Inn Bar & Grill in Saratoga.

Founded in 1996, Mannix Marketing has helped thousands of local businesses strengthen their online presence. The company is known for creating and managing popular regional websites like LakeGeorge.com, Saratoga.com, Adirondack. net, GlensFalls.com, Albany. com, and CliftonPark.com,

along with providing SEO, web design, social media, and digital strategy services for businesses throughout the region.

The event is free and open to the community. Guests will enjoy light appetizers, great networking, and their first drink on the house.

Whether you have partnered with Mannix Marketing, advertised on one of their sites, or simply want to connect with fellow business professionals, all are welcome.

Saratoga County DPW To Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Roundabout at

Route 50/Northline Road Intersection in Milton

Saratoga Jewish Community Arts Announces Panel Discussion of the film ‘The Windermere Children’

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. The program is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24 at 7 pm on Zoom.

screenwriter Simon Block was to strike a balance between history and drama, to accurately represent on screen the children’s collective and the individual experiences. In the camps, they had learned how to survive, but those behaviors didn’t translate well into a civil society where rules existed. The children had to learn a whole new way of life.

that can lead to productive and even eminent lives.

In a reunion in Prague a few years ago, hundreds came, generations of children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren of the original survivors.

Saratoga County Department of Public Works (DPW) and CHA Consulting, Inc. (CHA), in cooperation with the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 6PM at the Saratoga County Fire Training Center, 6010 County Farm Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020.

The purpose of this meeting is to provide information about the NYS Route 50 (Doubleday Avenue) at Northline Road (County Route 45) Intersection Improvement Project in the Town of Milton.

Individuals in attendance will be given the opportunity to provide oral and/or written comments about the project. Representatives of

CHA will be available to discuss the project one-on-one. Additionally, details will be provided to show proposed highway right-of-way modifications involving property acquisitions, per the Eminent Domain Procedure Law.

The goals of this project are to enhance traffic flow, improve the safety of the intersection, and to upgrade pedestrian and bicycle facilities. Construction is scheduled for completion in 2027. This project is 80% federal and 20% county funded.

Members of the public who are unable to attend the meeting may submit comments no later than March 30, 2026, to Eric Williams, P.E., Senior Project Manager, CHA Consulting, Inc., 3 Winners Circle, Suite 100, Albany, NY 12205.

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, post-war British mission to rescue Jewish orphans who survived the concentration camps and give them a chance to reclaim their lives.

This is the saga told in the drama, The Windermere Children. Located in the Lake District of England, Windermere hosted the refugee children for four months in 1945. They received physical care, emotional support and education from sports coaches, social workers, rabbis and others working together to deal with the children’s traumatized psyches.

The challenge for

Windermere was an extraordinary place, though. During the day, the children could run free, join countless activities, and be unafraid. But nights were different. Many succumbed to horrible nightmares that persisted in some cases throughout their lives.

A number of the survivors whose stories are portrayed appear at the end of the film. They are now the aged orphans who ultimately settled in England, Israel and the U.S. They display the remarkable human capacity for resilience

“What is message we take from this story?” asks Phyllis Wang, Coordinator of SJCA. “How about the message of welcoming refugees? How about empathy, compassion and understanding? This is in stark contrast to what is happening in this country and all over the world today, where immigrants are greeted with negativity, fear, self-importance, and religious and racial bias. Why is it so hard to accept that so many immigrants have given so much back to the country that took them in?”

Pre-registration is required. To register, enter the URL in your browser: https:// lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ kVG1OUi/WindemereChildren

Dolores Alonzo

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Dolores Alonzo, 88, passed away on February 18, 2026.

Born September 23, 1937, in Saratoga Springs, NY, she was the eldest child of Joseph and Dorothy Alonzo. A graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, she married William Diggins and raised her family while simultaneously putting herself through college.

She went on to become a registered nurse, starting her career with New York State at Mount McGregor Psychiatric Hospital and later at the Wilton Developmental Center. As a nurse supervisor, she dedicated her career to caring for her clients with deep compassion and respect. Following her retirement, she traveled and lived for a time in Washington, where she earned a degree in theology from Washington State. She later moved to

Florida, where she built many friendships and enjoyed her daily swims.

Dolores enjoyed volunteering; As a young mom she was a Cub Scout leader and after retirement she served meals at soup kitchens, worked food pantries, and cared for people at Mary’s Haven. She was a fierce Scrabble player and was known as the “queen of two-letter words”. She loved spending time with her sister, Loralee, going for drives, thrifting and enjoying coffee.

She was predeceased by her parents; her beloved son, David Diggins; her brother, Joseph Alonzo; and her former husband and father of her children, William Diggins. She is survived by her children, Deborah Merchant (Brian), William Diggins (Kathy), Denise Woodcock (Richard), Patrick Diggins (Lora), and Loralee Diggins; 14 grandchildren; and 16 greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Loralee Vanhorne; her brother, Phillip Alonzo; her sister and brotherin-law, Michele and Ernest Hammond; her favorite sisterin-law, Elaine Alonzo; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Dolores showed her love quietly. She may not have always had the words to express it to those closest to her, but her love was felt. Her memory will live on in her family and friends who loved her deeply, and she

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will be truly missed.

Dolores’ family has chosen to honor her privately. In her memory, we ask those who wish to honor her to take a moment each day to be kind to someone they meet: help someone in need, volunteer, or just do something to make someone smile.

For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Bruce Bradigan

Erika A. Wenger

SARATOGA SPRINGSErika A. Wenger passed away February 18, 2026. Calling hours were held on February 27 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York. Online condolences, www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Bruce dedicated 26 years to public service with the Office of Mental Health, concluding his tenure as Deputy Director of the Central New York Psychiatric Center. He later served as CEO of Bethel, a senior healthcare facility in Westchester.

Shirley A. Coonradt

GANSEVOORT - Shirley A. Coonradt passed away February 28, 2026. A graveside service will be held at 11 am on Friday July 24, 2026, at Maplewood Cemetery, corner of Weibel and Louden Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online condolences, www. compassionatefuneralcare.com.

missed an opportunity to talk about Nik’s determination and teamwork. His grandchildren brought out his gentlest, most joyful side; his eyes would light up at the mere mention of their names.

He is survived by his brother, Bob Bradigan (Madelyn), and his goddaughter and niece, Karen Bradigan Smith, and her son, Brayden Smith; and cousin, Kevin Burke.

SARATOGA SPRINGSBruce Bradigan passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, CLC, surrounded by his loving family and the compassionate caregivers who had become like family to him.

Born on November 9, 1945, in Fort Worth, Bruce was the son of Betty Lou Harris Bradigan and Floyd John Bradigan. He was the eldest of six children and grew up in Forestville, NY.

Bruce proudly served his country as a Special Forces Officer in the United States Army, leading an A-Team in combat during the Vietnam War. He represented the 6th Special Forces Group in the Iron Man competition on Okinawa and was High Altitude–Low Opening (HALO) qualified and a Jump Master. He held a Top-Secret clearance, attended Cambodian Language School in Washington, D.C., obtained his pilot’s license and earned a Purple Heart for his bravery. His service reflected extraordinary courage, discipline, and commitment.

Bruce served as Chairman of the Board of the Shriners Hospital for Children in Boston. A member of MENSA, Bruce possessed a brilliant and curious mind. He also had a passion for high-performance cars and served as President and instructor for the Northeast Chapter of the Audi Club of North America (NEQ). He was especially proud to serve as a Co-Event Master at Watkins Glen alongside his daughter, Carly, an experience that brought him tremendous joy and pride.

In 1998, Bruce’s life changed forever when he married Laura Horan and embraced her two children. Bruce was a proud and devoted father to Carly Connors (Dalibor Ritopecki) and Christopher Connors (Lindsey Wilhelm), but it was his role as “Papa” that brought him his greatest joy. He was the adoring grandfather of Nik Bradigan Ritopecki and Brooke and Brian Connors, and nothing made him happier than time spent with them.

He treasured Brooke’s creativity and loved admiring her artwork and proudly sharing her latest creations. With Brian, Bruce delighted in conversations about dinosaurs and their love of chocolate, especially M&M’s. Bruce loved watching Nik compete on the football and lacrosse fields, following every play with pride and enthusiasm. He rarely

In his final years at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, Bruce found camaraderie among fellow veterans, sharing stories and wisdom. His family is deeply grateful for the exceptional care he received and the meaningful friendships he formed there.

Family and friends attended a reception at Saratoga Golf and Polo Club on Wednesday, March 4. Bruce will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery, with the honor befitting his devoted service to his country.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you take the time to thank a veteran for their service and pause to listen to their story. There is no greater tribute to Bruce’s life than honoring those who have served.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

BLOTTER REPORT

February 26, 2026. 7:10 a.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Rexford resident in the Town of Clifton Park on three counts of felony 2nd degree possession of a forged instrument. Appearance ticket issued.

February 26, 2025. 10:24 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the Town of Malta on charges of 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

February 26, 2026. 12:55 a.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Queensbury resident in the City of Saratoga Springs on charges of misdemeanor DWI- first offense and misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higherfirst offense. Appearance ticket issued.

February 27, 2026. 10:01 a.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Clifton Park resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, felony criminal possession of a firearm, and two counts of felony criminal possession of a weapon- 3rd: previous conviction. Released on own recognizance.

February 27, 2026. 5:24 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Carthage resident on charges of felony 3rd degree burglary: illegal entry with intent to commit a crime and misdemeanor petit larceny. Released on own recognizance.

February 27, 2026. 6:56 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Waterford resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor 2nd degree unlawful imprisonment, attempted misdemeanor 3rd degree assault: with intent to cause physical injury, misdemeanor criminal mischief-4: disable equipment to prevent emergency call,

misdemeanor menacing: weapon, and criminal possession of weapon: intent to use. Appearance ticket issued.

February 27, 2026. 8:43 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Ballston Lake resident in the City of Saratoga Springs of charges of misdemeanor DWI- first offense. Appearance ticket issued.

February 27, 2026. 9:33 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Nassau resident in the City of Saratoga Springs on charges of DWIfirst offense. Appearance ticket issued.

February 28, 2026. 3:32 a.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of DWI- first offense, aggravated DWI: BAC of .18 or higher- no priors and 2nd degree aggravated unlicensed operation. Appearance ticket issued. Arrest stemmed from an accident on Route 9 in the Town of Halfmoon.

February 28, 2026. 5:50 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a South Glens Falls resident in the Town of Moreau on charges of felony making a terroristic threat. Released on own recognizance.

February 28, 2026. 4:18 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Gloversville resident in the City of Saratoga Springs on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

February 28, 2026. 6:44 p.m.-

New York State Police arrested a Gansevoort resident in the Town of Wilton on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and felony criminal possession of controlled substance- 5th: cocaine, 500 milligrams. Released on own recognizance.

February 28, 2026. 7:13

p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Clifton Park resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor DWI- first offense and operating a motor vehicle with BAC of .08 or higher- first offense. Appearance ticket issued, arrest stemmed from a two-vehicle accident on Route 9.

March 1, 2026. 3:18 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Summerville, SC resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor aggravated unlicensed operation and 3 counts of misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Appearance ticket issued.

March 1, 2026. 5:53 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Schenectady resident in the Town of Clifton Park on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 1, 2026. 7:33 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Corinth resident in the Village of Corinth on charges of attempted misdemeanor criminal contempt: disobey court and felony criminal mischief: damage to another person’s property amount over $250. Central Arraignment.

March 1, 2026. 1:15 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Gansevoort resident in the Town of Moreau on charges of aggravated 3rd degree unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 1, 2026. 3:12 p.m.- New

York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor petit larceny. Appearance ticket issued.

March 1, 2026. 7:23 p.m.- New

York State Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident in the Town of Greenfield on charges of misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle impaired by drugs- first offense. Appearance ticket

issued. Arrest stemmed from an a two-vehicle accident on Daniels Road in Greenfield.

March 1, 2026. 11:25 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle with BAC of .08 or higher- 1st offense, misdemeanor aggravated DWI: BAC of .18 or higherno priors and misdemeanor DWI- first offense.

March 1, 2026. 11:35 p.m.- New York State Police arrested an Albany resident in the Town of Clifton Park on charges of aggravated 3rd degree unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued.

March 2, 2026. 10:59 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Schuylerville resident in the Town of Morea on charges of misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, felony 4th degree criminal possession of a narcotic drug, 4th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance: methamphetamine, and felony criminal possession of a controlled substance- 3rd: 1/8 oz of meth- intent to sell.

Arrested in the same incident was a Fort Edward resident who was charged with three counts of 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Greenfield Man Arrested on Weapons Charges after Harassment Complaint

by Aidan Cahill Saratoga TODAY

A Greenfield man has been arrested on several weapons and other charges after he sent threatening text messages to another person.

Gerald Ovitt, 54, was arrested on March 2, 2026, after he allegedly sent a threatening text message to someone he knew, and resisted arrest when confronted by Saratoga Sheriff’s Deputies.

According to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, Ovitt allegedly threatened to kill the victim and sent them a photo of a rifle. When Deputies went to arrest Ovitt, he resisted arrest.

After his arrest, a search of Ovitt’s residence found the

rifle he allegedly sent a photo of and two large-capacity magazines. The investigation by the Sheriff’s Office revealed that Ovitt was legally not allowed to possess weapons due to a prior court order.

Ovitt was charged with felony 2nd degree possession of a weapon, four counts of felony 3rd degree criminal possession of a weapon, misdemeanor 2nd degree aggravated harassment, misdemeanor 2nd degree obstructing governmental administration, misdemeanor 2nd degree resisting arrest and misdemeanor resisting arrest. Ovitt was arraigned in Greenfield Town Court and remanded into the custody of the Saratoga County Jail pending further proceedings.

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Assemblywoman Walsh Calls for Energy Affordability and Grid Stability at Capitol Press Conference

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C–Ballston) stood alongside fellow lawmakers from the Senate and Assembly Minorities at the state Capitol today to address the growing energy affordability crisis affecting families and businesses across New York caused by the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA).

Representing Saratoga, Schenectady and Fulton counties, Walsh said residents throughout the Capital Region are feeling the strain of rapidly rising electricity and heating costs.

“Families in my district are seeing dramatic increases in their monthly utility bills, and they deserve answers,” Walsh said. “When residential electricity prices have risen 47.1% since 2019 and we continue to hear warnings about grid reliability, it’s clear we must reassess our current path.”

Walsh also pointed to a recent internal memo from the New York State Energy Research and Development

Authority (NYSERDA) outlining potential cost increases associated with the state’s climate mandates. According to the memo, compliance with the CLCPA could significantly raise fuel costs in the coming years, including projected increases of more than $2.23 per gallon for gasoline, $2.41 per gallon for diesel, and $16.96 per MMBtu for natural gas by 2031.

At the same time, The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has raised concerns about grid reliability in the near future, underscoring the need for a balanced and responsible energy strategy.

At the press conference, Walsh joined her colleagues in outlining proposals aimed at providing immediate financial relief while strengthening the long-term reliability of New York’s energy system. These proposals include:

• Income-based rebate checks of up to $400 for utility ratepayers

• Returning surplus clean energy funds from

NYSERDA’s Climate Investment Account directly to ratepayers as utility bill credits

• Halting the natural gas ban and zero-emission school bus mandate

• Reinvestment in natural gas plants that were forced into retirement under current policies.

• Expansion of the POWER UP grant program to incentivize the quick build-out of reliable energy

“I speak with members from across the state who are reporting the same thing: energy costs are unsustainable for working families, seniors on fixed incomes and small businesses,” Walsh said. “We can pursue

environmental progress, but it must be done responsibly and transparently, with affordability and reliability at the forefront.”

Walsh emphasized that New York must adopt a practical, allof-the-above approach that protects ratepayers, strengthens grid capacity and ensures stability for communities statewide instead of passing crazy mandates such as the gas stove ban and repealing the 100-foot rule.

“Our goal should be clear,” Walsh concluded. “Reliable power, reasonable costs and policies grounded in reality, not mandates that outpace our infrastructure or our families’ ability to pay.”

Insect Expo Offers Hands-On Learning and Fun for All Ages

Insect scientists will swarm Saratoga Springs this month for the 96th Annual Meeting of the Eastern Branch of the Entomological Society of America, and they’ll also host a free public expo for kids and parents. “It’s a Bug’s World” will take place on Sunday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

The 2026 “It’s a Bug’s World” Expo in Saratoga Springs will feature interactive displays, demonstrations, and artwork, including:

• Lots of live animals, including Siena University’s “An Anty View of the World,” bug-loving raptors from Silent Wings, and a mini zoo from Uncharted Wild

• Bees and pollinators from Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association and the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

• Insect Origami Challenge, Crafting Insect Stories, and make and take your own insect with Build-a-Bug

• Insect Conservation Center and the Karner Blue and other rare butterflies, Albany Bush Pine Preserve Commission

• Bugs in the Military, Public Health Command East

• Native Plants: Bugs’ Best Friend, Home Earth Alliance and book signing by Front Stoop Gardens

• Roving House’s “Bug Box” and wearable insects, along with a Flea Market of gently used items donated by real entomologists.

• Nature’s Narrative: Bugs, Balance and IPM, Cornell Integrated Pest Management

• Silent Spinners, Saratoga Springs Children’s Museum

• Learn how to be on the lookout for the invasive insects, NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

• A special appearance by Fran Tick, and much more.

The Entomological Society of America’s Eastern Branch scientific meeting sessions will take place March 14-17 at the Saratoga Hilton and Saratoga Springs City Center. The threeday meeting will draw over 270 entomologists from northeastern and mid-Atlantic states and several Canadian provinces who will attend symposia on insects as tiny vectors of disease, climate impacts on pollinator communities, insects in mythology and culture, and several other topics. In addition, the meeting will feature submitted paper and poster presentations and student competitions.

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Karin L. Wren

SARATOGA SPRINGSKarin L. Wren, a cherished resident of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, at St. Peter’s Hospital Hospice, surrounded by her devoted family, following a courageous year-and-a-half battle with cancer. She was 64 years old.

Born in Albany, New York, Karin was the beloved daughter of the late Christa and Alfred C. Purello.

She received her early education at the Doane Stuart School and pursued higher studies with distinction, attending the Sorbonne University in Paris and the University at Albany, where she earned degrees in International Languages and Finance.

Karin enjoyed a distinguished

career in finance, serving as an Institutional Equity Trader at several prominent Wall Street firms and later managing a fund for Pequot Capital Partners. Demonstrating her entrepreneurial vision and leadership, she founded and chaired Arden Holdings, a successful real estate investment and development firm.

A devoted wife and mother, Karin found her greatest joy in the quiet, loving moments shared with her family and friends.

Deeply committed to community service, Karin generously lent her time and expertise to numerous organizations. She served on the board of the Greenberg Child Care Center, the Interlaken Homeowners Association, and the Syracuse University Parents Advisory Council. In addition, she established the Arden Foundation, dedicated to supporting education and environmental initiatives.

Karin is survived by her loving husband, David; their son, Jonathan (Jack); her brother, Kurtis Purello; sister-in-law, Connie Grega; nieces, Chloe and Kylie Purello; brother-inlaw, Bob Wren, and sister-in-law, Amy Strom; nephews, Trevor and Noah Wren; and a circle of close

friends who were cherished as extended family.

Additionally, heartfelt special thanks to Dawn Abbuhl, Holly Lee, Gina McGillicuddy, Margyt Connors, and Kristen Levenson for their devotion and caring.

A private celebration of her life will be held by the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Karin’s honor may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, organizations close to her heart in support of vital medical research and care.

Karin’s grace, intellect, generosity, and unwavering spirit touched all who knew her. Her warm smile and strength will be remembered fondly by all whose lives she touched. She will be deeply missed and forever carried in the hearts of her family and friends.

Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuneralhome.com.

Kathryn (Kathy) Mary Fogarty

WILTON, NY- Kathryn (Kathy) Mary Fogarty, 77, passed away peacefully, February 26, 2026. Calling hours were Thursday, March 5 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass is at 10 am, March 7 at St. Clement’s followed by burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to Type 1 Diabetes research at Breakthrough T1D (www. breakthrought1d.org). Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Robert Andrew Shaw

CLIFTON PARK - Robert Andrew Shaw (Bob), 77, passed away on February 24, 2026. Calling hours are 5 – 8 pm on March 11 at Burke Funeral Home. Funeral home service 10:30 am on March 12. Burial with military honors to follow at the Saratoga National Cemetery. Online remembrance may be made at www.burkefuneralhome. com.

Congregation Shaara Tfille/ Jewish Community Center Announces Retirement of Office Manager

Congregation Shaara Tfille /The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs announces the retirement of Carole Leakakos, marking the conclusion of 30 years of devoted service to the congregation and the Saratoga Springs community. Since joining the synagogue three decades ago, Carole has been a constant and welcoming presence at the heart of synagogue life. As Office Manager, she served as the primary point

of contact for congregants, clergy, the Board of Directors, and the broader Saratoga Springs community. Her professionalism, leadership, and genuine warmth made her an indispensable member of the Congregation Shaara Tfille family.

The congregation expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Carole for her many years of dedication and extends its warmest wishes for health, happiness, and fulfillment in her well-deserved retirement.

State Police arrest

Moreau Man Following Arson Investigation

On February 23, 2026, State Police of Wilton arrested Brian A. Lemery, 69, of Moreau, NY, for:

o Arson, 3rd, a class “C” felony

o Burglary 3rd, a class “D” felony

o Criminal Mischief 2nd, a class “D” felony

On December 3, 2024, troopers responded to the report of a garage fire on Jackson Road in Moreau. The investigation

determined that Lemery allegedly entered the garage without permission and intentionally started the fire that eventually caused more than $1,500 worth of damage to the structure.

Lemery was arrested at his home and transported to SP Wilton for processing. He was arraigned at the Saratoga County Court, where he was released under the supervision of the Saratoga County Probation Department.

Fraudulent EZPass Activity Investigation Leads to Felony Arrest

On February 26, 2026, State Police of Clifton Park, with the assistance of the Schenectady Police Department, arrested Mazin S. Kakoum, 27, of Clifton Park, NY, for three counts of Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument 2nd, a class “D” felony.

On February 25, 2026, State Police received a complaint from a Rensselaer County resident reporting fraudulent activity on their EZPass account. The investigation led to the discovery of a vehicle on River Crest Drive in Clifton Park that displayed a forged New York State license

plate. The forged plate matched the victim’s legitimate registration. Kakoum allegedly owned and operated multiple vehicles while displaying the forged plate he reportedly purchased online, resulting in misallocated tolls on the victims’ EZPass account. In addition, two more fraudulent plates in his possession were located and seized.

Kakoum was arrested at his home and transported to SP Clifton Park for processing. He was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Clifton Park Town Court on March 18, 2026, and released.

Hadley Man in Critical Condition after Snowmobile Crash

A Hadley man was rushed to the hospital on March 2 after an unwitnessed snowmobile crash on Sacandaga Lake in the Town of Day.

Ryan Looman, 67, of Hadley was airlifted to Albany Medical Center after his snowmobile crashed while he rode on Lake Sacandaga, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office.

A preliminary investigation

Kim to Takeover as Interim Leader of Saratoga Springs Democrats

The Saratoga Springs Democratic Committee has announced that former mayor Ron Kim will take over as interim chairman of the committee.

Kim was elected to the interim position following the resignation of chairman Ottis Maxwell during the Feb 21 meeting, according to a press release issued by the Saratoga Springs Democratic Committee.

Kim previously served as Mayor from 2022- 2023 before being defeated by current Mayor John Safford in 2023. Prior to that, he served as Commissioner of Public Safety from 2005-2009.

“Our local Democrats have spoken, and we need to prove that we hear them,” Kim said in the release. “A local committee’s role has always been about building power and resources to help our candidates succeed, and moving forward, the SSDC is doubling down on this critical mission. While I may be a familiar face around city politics, I’m doggedly committed to recruiting and empowering new voices with the energy and expertise that can lead our candidates to victory, while keeping voters engaged and informed.”

In the release, the

Committee also announced that former Commissioner of Finance and current County Supervisor Minita Sanghvi and Former Accounts Commissioner Dillon Moran had both resigned their positions on the executive committee — among other resignations. The resignations come after the committee suffered major setbacks in the 2025 elections.

While Democrats defeated Republicans Chuck Marshall for control of the Department of Public Works and George Ehinger for supervisor, they

by the Sheriff’s Office found that Looman was about 1,000 yards offshore when he crashed. While the crash wasn’t witnessed, another rider who had been riding behind him discovered the crash.

Looman was transported to Albany Medical Center in serious condition with life-threatening injuries. The crash is still under investigation.

lost control of the Finance and Accounts Department while failing to unseat Safford for the Mayor’s seat.

The press release addressed these losses and said they conducted surveys into what Democratic voters wanted to see from the party moving forward. According to the Committee, voters wanted to see new leadership and commitment to winning state races.

As for Kim, he will serve in an interim capacity until a new Chairperson can be elected sometime later this year.

Saratoga County Career Center Announces March Virtual Workshops Schedule

The Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers will hold the following free virtual career workshops during March:

March 4 at 10AM and March 5 at 10:30AM: Resume Development - This workshop presents the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. Please have a rough draft of your resume with you. Facilitated by Rensselaer, Columbia-Greene, and Schenectady.

March 9 at 10AM:

Broadview Financial WellBeing - Your budget is a key that opens doors, guiding you to your money goals. Get ready to take control of your finances and your future! Find out how to organize what you make, spend, and save; set goals to save up, spend down, look ahead; harness the power of mindful spending; and identify budget tactics that work best for you. Facilitated by Broadview and Schenectady.

March 10 at 10:30AM: Interview Preparation - Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process. Facilitated by Schenectady.

March 11 at 10AM and March 24 at 1:30PM: Goal Setting - Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step in every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started.

Remember: “If you aim for nothing, you’ll hit it every time.” Find out how to reach your dreams. Facilitated by Washington, Albany, and Schenectady.

March 12 at 11AM:

Essential Skills for Success in Any Workplace - Join this engaging workshop to learn about the skills that are most valued by business leaders yet are underdeveloped in employees. Learn why these skills are critically important, how to develop them, and the influence of AI. Facilitated by Albany.

March 17 at 10:30AM and March 19 at 11AM: Completing Job Applications - Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. Facilitated by Schenectady, Saratoga, and Washington.

March 19 at 1:30PM and March 26 at 10AM:

Transferable SkillsTransferable skills are qualities you have already acquired which can be used in a different job. Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer’s problem. Learn ways to research the employer’s needs, then identify and show them that you have these skills. Facilitated by Warren, Washington, and Schenectady.

March 20 at 10:30AM and March 25 at 10:30AM: Networking - Networking is

your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking. Facilitated by Albany, Warren, and Schenectady.

March 24 at 11AM: Overcoming Barriers - Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Facilitated by Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie.

March 26 at 1:30PM: Social Media - Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career you’ve always wanted. Facilitated by Schenectady.

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit www. saratogacountyny.gov/workforce to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at (518) 884-4170 for more information.

The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign. The Saratoga County Department of Workforce Development provides comprehensive training and employment services to residents through its Career Center and works with local businesses to attract and retain the local workforce.

Ballston Spa Mayor Returns from Hiatus

After a brief hiatus due to medical reasons, Mayor Frank Rossi announced his to day-today duties in Ballston Spa.

The announcement was made in a speech posted on Facebook on February 26. In the speech, Rossi talked about the reasons he took a leave of absence and said that he was feeling better.

“I feel a lot better.” Rossi said. “My blood pressure is much better. My sleep schedule and sleep consistency are much improved. I would have said I was perfectly ready to return to work without hesitation.”

Rossi had previously announced his decision to take a leave of absence in January, citing mental and physical health issues. His announcement came days after a lawsuit was filed alleging that a building owned by the Rossi family had failed to pay water taxes, as first reported in the Times Union.

In addition, a second lawsuit has been filed seeking to reverse an ethics board decision taking no action after a company Rossi’s brother works for received a contract to renovate

Wiswall Park in Ballston Spa.

In his speech Rossi addressed the two lawsuits, pushing back on the allegations and saying that in both cases, the ethics board ruled in his favor. He also talked about the personal toll, saying that while he doesn’t care about his reputation, he cares about the reputational harm to the village and his family caused by the allegations.

Rossi announced that he would not be resigning, citing the positive work he’d done over the last four years and the desire to continue not just his own work but that of past mayors and residents.

“Would me resigning tonight resolve these issues and solve the problems the village is facing?” Rossi said “No in fact, resigning would exacerbate the problems and the harm, in my view, it would derail what we’ve worked so hard to achieve, not just in these four years, but during Christine Fitzpatrick’s time, Larry Woolbright’s time, John Romanos time, Jim Capasso’s time, Burke Grandon’s time and Jim Capasso’s father’s time as mayor.”

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

This beautiful Dublin Square Townhome at 119 Grand Ave in Saratoga Springs was listed by Jane Mehan and sold by Anny O’Neil  from Roohan Realty and sold for $760,000

BALLSTON

Samantha Healy sold property at 4 America Way to Michael Zotta for $585,000

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 32 Tamarack St to Kristopher Caraher for $779,980

GALWAY

Bradley Arnold sold property at 6307 Greens Corner Rd to Victoria Walton for $299,900

GREENFIELD

Annemarie OHearn sold property at 73 Pepper Lane to Elizabeth Lee for $559,000

Brian Fox sold property at 339 Green to Scott Shepard for $716,000

MALTA

Bertrand Belanger sold property at 2180 Rowley Rd to Forty Acres and Family for $875,000

Ramdeo Balliram sold property at 74 Pepperbush Place to Donald Knaack for $218,000

James Kennedy sold property at 19 Kozy Lane to Kozy House LLC for $490,000

Robert Behan sold property at 187 Thimbleberry Lane to Linhart McMullin for $320,000

MILTON

Anthony Giacomaro sold property at 632 Stark Terrace to Sean Flanagan for $725,000

SARATOGA

Kathyrn Guetti sold property at 109 Green St to Michelle Perkins for $200,900

Saratoga Lake 1226 LLC sold property at 1226 Rt 9P to 1226 Lake House Partners LLC for $1,250,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Walton Szczurco sold property at 12 Curt Blvd to Nicholas Lobosco for $339,000

John Capelli sold property at 8 Frederick Dr to Kincaid Capital Partners for $318,000

78 Church St LLC sold property at 78 Church

St Unit 401 to Kristen McLoughlin for $1,369,593

Dato Ventures LLC sold property at 29 Newton Ave to John Alexanderson for $1,210,000

James Devellis sold property at 40 Fifth Ave to Matthew Bergeron for $2,710,000

Shayne Foley sold property at 5 Woodland Ct to Alexa Miller for 470,000

WILTON

David Crawford sold property

at 40 Pheasant Ct to Joan Wilmarth for $295,000

Bradley Moss sold property at 12 Deer Run to Keith Egbert for $689,900

sold property at 62 Gailor Rd to Levi Holcombn for $296,000

Kyle Roberts sold property at 181 Traver Rd to Amanda Done for $650,000

New York Development Group sold property at 40 Cannon Royal Dr to Cobblehill Development LLC for $325,000

Saratoga Peace Pod Celebrates 6 Years

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga Peace Pod, a group of crafters who create and deliver warm handmade items to those in need, is celebrating its sixyear anniversary.

The Peace Pod was established by Rachel Baum during the pandemic, when meetings were held virtually, and handcrafted items were collected from Pod members in the parking lot of the Saratoga Automobile Museum.

NYRA Holds Belmont Job Fair

The New York Racing Association (NYRA) hosted a Belmont Stakes Racing Festival job fair in the 1863 Club at Saratoga Race Course last Thursday. Prospective workers met with NYRA, Dyehard Fan Supply, Integrated Staffing, and Levy Restaurants, among others. Available positions included restaurant hosts and staff, premium experience team, mutuel clerks, cashiers, merchandise clerks, customer service, maintenance and grounds crew, white caps, parking attendants and security guards. Photo provided by ELA, Inc.

Currently, the Saratoga Peace Pod creates warm items for local organizations, including To Life!, The MoonCatcher Project, Wellspring, WAIT House, and the Veterans & Community Housing Coalition. Donations are also sent to the umbrella organization Knitting4Peace, to be distributed wherever there is a need.

The Saratoga Peace Pod is an offshoot of Knitting4Peace, whose mission is to harness the power of love through compassionate creative action that

invites, involves, and serves all women, children, and families in communities and countries around the world. It is comprised of thousands of knitters, crocheters, quilters, and supporters in the United States and Canada. Items created include hats, scarves, mittens, booties, baby blankets, baby bibs, afghans, quilted sleeping mats, Peace Pal dolls, shawls, and washcloths.

Members of the Saratoga Peace Pod meet one Sunday per month at Corina Contemporary

Jewelry at 10 Washington Street in Ballston Spa. Saratoga Peace Pod Coordinators Amy Thomas and Laurie Bouchard collect donations at this time and welcome interested crafters to join them there for tea and conversation. Crafters may also drop off donations at the shop anytime it is open.

Those interested in joining the Pod and receiving a monthly email notifying members of their next gathering can contact Amy and Laurie at saratogapeacepod@gmail.com.

Brews News: Tree House Anniversary Bash, Back Barn Opens in B-Spa, Mixed Breed Planning Malta Location

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— As wintertime hibernation ends and Saratogians dream of spring, local breweries are ready to start pouring.

Tree House, the wildly popular brewer acclaimed for its IPAs, will host a one-year anniversary party at its Saratoga location on Saturday, March 7. The event will include a pizza special (pepperoni pies with chipotle-lime sauce) and live music performed by Rich Ortiz and Matt Evans. In a social media announcement, Tree House also teased that the first week of March would be “very special” with (presumably) future announcements to come.

The Tree House taproom has become a live music hotspot of late, hosting artists on Friday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. Caity Gallagher played there on Feb. 27 and will return on March 27. Jimmi Justin Music, Russ Kennedy, John Stack, and Pat O’Connor are also slated for shows during March and April.

In other brews news, Back Barn Brewing officially opened the doors of its new Ballston Spa location (the historic Abner Doubleday House that was formerly the home of Real McCoy)

on Feb. 28. The brewer also teased that it’s “planning to celebrate throughout March so stay tuned.” Back Barn is a farm brewery based out of a renovated barn in Delanson, a village in Schenectady County about 50 miles southwest of Saratoga.

Malta is also replacing one brewery with another.

The Albany Business Review reported last week that Mixed Breed would take over the former home of Unified Beerworks, which closed its doors around the end of last year following seven years in business. Mixed Breed hopes to open its new taproom and restaurant in Malta by mid-April. Renovations are already underway.

Food News: Chipotle Opens, Broadway Deli for Sale, Primal Closes, New Chef,

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

MALTA — Four months after Chipotle opened a new location in downtown Saratoga Springs, another outpost of the Mexican grill has sprung up in Malta at 4 Kelch Drive, bringing the Saratoga County Chipotle total to four. The new Malta location is actively hiring for several positions, including kitchen leader, service leader, and crew member.

Saratoga’s Broadway Deli owner Daniel Chessare announced last week that he was putting his popular eatery up for sale. “The restaurant industry is tough,” Chessare wrote in a social media announcement. “I’ve been in it since 1997. Everything hurts and I’m tired all the time.” The deli is still in operation while a buyer is being sought. Meanwhile, Chessare will be active at his

other establishment, Bibulous, a colorful bar/hangout spot that focuses on deserts, cocktails, and appetizers.

The Olde Bryan Inn is repairing its vestibule after a “small car vs. entryway incident” occurred this past weekend. The inn reported that nobody was injured. “We always strive to make a good first impression, so please pardon our appearance while we make repairs,” the restaurant said.

Local butcher Primal announced the sudden closure of both its locations on Feb. 24. “Like some other local food businesses, the increasing pressures and costs to continue operating have become unsustainable,” Primal owner Tim Howland said. “As your local butcher, we prided ourselves on providing the very best products and service. We simply can no longer keep that promise.” Primal first opened in 2009 and

had locations in both Saratoga Springs and Albany.

Front Street Deli in Ballston Spa, which was taken over last month by Coffee Planet owner Kim Tribley, has reopened with an updated menu. Offerings include “build your own sandwich,” quesadillas, grinders, vegetarian options, and “build your own pizza.” Some of its more unique specialty pizzas include the jamming pie (bacon jam, onions, and a hot honey drizzle on white pizza) and hogtastic (ham, pepperoni, salami, and capicola with red or white sauce).

Panza’s, the classic Italian restaurant in Saratoga with a lineage that stretches back to a bakery that first opened in Mechanicville in 1897, announced last month that a new executive chef would take its reins: Elliott Vogel. Vogel’s resume includes positions at Siro’s, Jack’s Oyster House, and

Nearly $10K Raised at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga’s

“Raise a Glass”

Event

New Menu, More

Daley’s on Yates, a Schenectady eatery that closed in June. Vogel is a licensed forager who is “committed to sourcing thoughtfully and using local, seasonal products,” Panza’s said. “We invite you to experience his talents as he continues creating Panza’s iconic family recipes, while also infusing new energy into the menu with his inspired additions.”

Keuka Spring Vineyards, which launched its new tasting room and bottle shop on Spring Street in December, celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Feb. 20. The Finger Lakes-based

ceremony to

winery initially opened a smaller outpost inside the Saratoga Marketplace in 2024 before deciding to upgrade to a larger space.

Katie Camarro, owner of Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce, is hosting an antique sale at her hot fudge factory at 23 Northern Pines Road (Building 2, Suite 2102) in Wilton on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Camarro and her friends have gathered antiques, vintage items, and collectibles especially for the sale. For more information, email KatieCamarro@gmail.com or call (518) 932-1988.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — There were still 99 days left until the Belmont Stakes, but that didn’t stop Saratoga horse people from converging at Henry Street

Taproom for Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga’s “Raise a Glass“ fundraiser last Thursday night.

At the event, a total of $9,440.57 was raised to support the care of retired racehorses and equine-assisted psychotherapy.

“A huge thank you to Henry

Street Taproom for being exceptional hosts and for their generosity in supporting this event,”

Therapeutic Horses wrote in a social media announcement.

“When a local nonprofit and a local business come together, the impact ripples far beyond one evening.”

Academy for Lifelong Learning Offering Spring Courses, Open House

The Academy for Lifelong Learning continues its 34-year tradition of presenting educational and social opportunities for adults 55+ by offering twenty 6-week, noncredit courses starting in March and April. Registration will be open in-person at the free Open House at 2 p.m. on March 19 at the Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs, NY. More information and the course catalog will be available later that day at www.allsaratoga.org

Catalogs will also be distributed to local libraries, YMCA’s and retirement communities

or by request after March 19 at (518) 290-6988 or jeff@allsaratoga.org. Registrations will be accepted throughout the term until courses are full. Some courses will sell out. Annual membership is $75 and goes for 365 days from join date. Sixweek courses are $50 each.

Topics for these 20 volunteer-led, noncredit courses include music, literature, Tai Chi, Belly Dance Moves & Music, writing, hiking, Chinese history, iPhone basics, wildflowers, foreign policy, poetry, the Beatles, local walking tours, and a variety speaker series. Courses are offered on location

in local classrooms or outdoors. Founded in 1992, the Academy is a nonprofit membership organization whose members share a love of learning. A self-funded entity, A.L.L. is designed to offer lifelong learning and comradery among seniors. A.L.L. also offers a fall and winter term, Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and special events held throughout the year. If you would like to support the Academy by becoming a member or for more information, contact the Academy at (518) 290-6988, email jeff@ allsaratoga,org, or go to www. allsaratoga.org.

Remote Area Medical (RAM) to Host Free Medical Clinic at Schuylerville April 11-12

The Southern Adirondack Health Initiative works to remove barriers to affordable and high-quality healthcare for people living in the Southern Adirondack region of New York State by organizing free health clinics, providing information on low-cost prescription drugs and educating clinic patients on available options. From April 11–12, the initiative will host a free community health clinic offering a range of medical, dental, and vision services provided by licensed healthcare professionals and volunteers. Patients will receive care at no cost, along with resources and information to help them navigate ongoing healthcare needs.

Services Offered

Dental

• Cleanings

• Fillings

• Extractions

• Dental X-rays

Vision

• Complete Eye Exams

• Eye Health Evaluations

• Prescription Glasses Made on Site

Medical

• Physical Exams

• RX Consultations

• Women’s Health

• General Exams

• And More

Details

• The patient parking lot will open no later than 11:59 p.m. on Friday night, April 10, and will remain open throughout the clinic weekend.

• Clinic capacity is often reached early in the day, especially for dental and vision services. Once capacity is reached, additional patients cannot be admitted. It is recommended to arrive in the morning, well before the clinic opens, for the best chance of being seen.

• If arriving early,

patients should come prepared with their own food, water, medications, and weather-appropriate clothing. Bathrooms will be available at the parking site.

• Services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis; those seeking dental services are strongly encouraged to arrive as early as possible.

• All services are free and open to the public. No ID or insurance required.

• Click here for a FAQ.

• Click here for more information.

Volunteers

Volunteers are welcome to support the healthcare clinic. Both medical and non-medical volunteers are needed to help ensure the event’s success. Those interested in serving are encouraged to email info@southernadkhealth.org for more information.

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center Announces Spring Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series

The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, in partnership with the Saratoga Springs Public Library, is pleased to announce the Spring 2026 Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series. This popular community lecture series highlights the rich history, culture, and traditions of Saratoga Springs through engaging presentations led by local historians, authors, and subject matter experts.

All Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series programs are free and open to the public. Each program takes place from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Dutcher Community Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, located at 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Due to the series’ popularity, advance registration is now required. Attendees are encouraged to visit the library website at https://www.sspl.org to register online or in person and to learn more about each presentation. Programs begin promptly at noon, and early arrival is encouraged.

Spring 2026 Lecture Schedule:

March 12, 2026: “Enter the Woman Politician”

Join Dr. Lauren Kozakiewicz in celebration of National Women’s History Month as she explores the experiences of women in New York State politics during the 20th century. Using archival materials and interviews, Dr. Kozakiewicz examines the stories of eighty-eight women elected to the New York State Legislature between 1919 and 1992. Her presentation highlights both the challenges these women faced and the progress they achieved as they pursued political leadership roles.

April 9, 2026: “The Universality of Katrina Trask”

Join Rumara Jewett and Lezlie Dana, portraying Katrina Trask, for a compelling look at Trask’s vision for her home, Yaddo, as an artist’s residency.

During this special program marking the 100th anniversary of the first artists arriving at Yaddo in 1926, attendees will gain insight into Trask’s personal interests, spiritual journey, and dedication to supporting the arts. Through her words and legacy, this presentation highlights the lasting impact of one of Saratoga Springs’ most influential cultural figures.

May 14, 2026: “Finding Military Service Records and Unit Histories”

Librarians Jim Gandy and Dan Salage of the New York State Military Museum and Veterans Research Center will share effective strategies for researching military service records of New York veterans. This session will cover both New York National Guard records and those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as provide guidance on how to proceed when records cannot be located.

June 11, 2026: “Dressing the Revolutionary Lady”

As Saratoga County prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga, join Caitlin Sheldon, Librarian and Historical Costumer, for a demonstration of fashionable women’s dress from the Revolutionary War era. Using historical images and handmade garments, Sheldon will illustrate the many layers and elements involved in 18th-century dress, offering a fascinating look at fashion during this pivotal period in American history.

“We are very excited about this spring’s lineup of speakers and programs,” said Karen Verrigni, Director of the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center. “This series offers a wonderful opportunity for the community to explore Saratoga Springs’ rich history and the individuals and stories that have shaped our city. We invite everyone to join us for an engaging and inspiring season.”

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 will be accessible to anyone who needs it starting Wednesday, March 4, 2026. To celebrate this expansion, ribbon cuttings will be held at each new location.

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

Two High School Students Awarded Full Tuition Scholarships to ACPHS

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 are able to access lots of highquality 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 books — they 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

Two deserving high school seniors were recently notified that they were chosen to receive full-tuition scholarships beginning in Fall 2026 at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Ballston Spa High School student, Lyla Charlebois, received quite the surprise when ACPHS Senior Associate Director of Admissions, Sarah Ohnsman, visited the school to share the exciting news with her.

Lyla is seeking to pursue a bachelor’s degree in health sciences with the goal of becoming a physician assistant. She is a student-athlete, National Honors Society honoree, and community-service committed student. BSHS Counselor Mara Gallagher and Lyla’s parents, Frank and Megan, were onsite to witness the surprise announcement at the school.

The second student, Ella Foote, is a senior at Norwich High School in Norwich, New York, and a community volunteer. Ella is considering a career in pharmacy because of her past work and shadowing experiences.

Both students were chosen for their impressive participation and engagement during

Scholarship Day led by ACPHS faculty including Margaret Doll, Public Health; Michelle Parent, Clinical Laboratory & Health Sciences; Stephen Maher, Forensic Psychology, Psychology, & Forensic Science; Eric Yager, Biomedical Sciences; and Tom Lodise, Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The professors laid out the groundwork for an anthrax

attack threat discovered by the CIA. By working through the case study, the students learned the roles and responsibilities of various personnel involved in averting or minimizing the effects of a bioterrorism attack. They also gained an appreciation for the importance of a team approach in identifying and responding to health threats.

Corned Beef, The Leftovers

This is a reprint story from 03/07/25

SATURDAYS

9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. WILTON MALL FOOD COURT

by Jodie Fitz for Saratoga TODAY

Theleftovers of a corned beef dinner can be plentiful. Our ‘go to’ is always a good old-fashioned reuben sandwich built with the corned beef, Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese and coleslaw on rye bread toasted for greatness. Yes, we swap out the sauerkraut but you can use that too.

However, corned beef can be used for so many other unique recipe combinations that really changes the entire flavor. Here are a few options to consider. Or, maybe you don’t like a traditional corned beef dinner after all and want to make these your main course? Either way, don’t let any of it go to waste!

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is currently open Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., November through April at Wilton Mall Food Court; accessible from the mall entrance across from BJs. The CDTA’s 450 (from Schenectady) and 452 (from Skidmore College via downtown Saratoga) run to the Mall hourly Saturday mornings.

Visit www.saratogafarmersmarket.org, sign up for our weekly newsletter and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Irish Egg Rolls

YIELDS: 8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 35-45 min

INSTRUCTIONS:

Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F or in a deep pan.

Mix shredded corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrot, and onion in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Lay egg roll wrappers out on a clean dry surface a few at a time. Place about 1/2 cup of the mixture into the center of each wrap. Roll up into logs according to the directions on the package. Wet the edge with water to seal.

Fry rolls a few at a time, turning if necessary, until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from hot oil to drain on paper towels.

Recipe adapted from All Recipes

Reuben Pizza

YIELDS: 8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 1 hour

Recipe adapted from All Recipes

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ½ quarts oil for deep frying

• 4 oz. chopped or shredded corned beef (cooked)*

• 1 cup shredded steamed cabbage*

• 1 cup diced cooked potatoes*

• 1 cup shredded carrot*

• ½ cup thinly sliced onion*

• salt and pepper, to taste

• 8 (7-inch square) egg roll wrappers

INGREDIENTS:

• (1 pound) loaf frozen whole wheat bread dough, thawed

• ½ cup thousand island dressing

• 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

• 6 ounces shredded, cooked corned beef*

• 1 cup sauerkraut - rinsed and drained* or coleslaw

• ½ teaspoon caraway seed

• ¼ cup chopped dill pickles* (Optional)

Deluxe Corned Beef Hash

YIELDS: 8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 50 min

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 large onion, chopped*

• 5 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ¼-inch cubes*

• 1 large carrot, coarsely shredded*

• 2 pounds cooked corned beef, shredded or cubed*

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley*

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves*

• 1 pinch salt to taste

• Eggs (optional)*

INSTRUCTIONS:

Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until lightly browned, about 8 minutes. Stir in potatoes and carrot; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 15 minutes.

Stir in corned beef, parsley, pepper, thyme, and salt. Cook, stirring often, until hash is crisp and browned, 10 to 15 more minutes.

Optional: Serve topped with a cooked egg.

Recipe adapted from All Recipes

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a large pizza pan.

On a lightly floured surface, roll bread dough out into a large circle about 18-inches in diameter; transfer to the prepared pizza pan. Build up the edges, and prick the center all over with a fork so it doesn’t form a dome when baking.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden. Spread 1/2 of the salad dressing over hot crust. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the Swiss cheese. Arrange corned beef on top of cheese, then drizzle with remaining salad dressing. Top with sauerkraut and remaining Swiss cheese. Sprinkle with caraway seed.

Bake for another 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese melts and toppings are heated through. Sprinkle with chopped pickle. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Hello my Foodie Friends!

Oftentimes when I am asked what I want for dinner, I respond “what ever you make, I want potatoes with it”. Growing up with an Irish father, we often had potatoes as a staple to each meal. However, my father did not like it when I played with my food, and I enjoyed playing with my mashed potatoes. I loved melting butter in my potatoes and then taking the gravy and making a mashed potato and gravy volcano or mashed potato snowmen.

As I was restocking kitchen gadget supplies in our store, I had to smile recalling my childhood antics and the feel of my father glaring at me during my kitchen table play time. Part of my play time did also include going through my mother’s gadget drawer and trying to figure out what everything did. Many of us have a kitchen full of gadgets. Some we use daily, and some are hiding in our cupboards because we have no idea how to use them. Sometimes it’s good to take a good long look at

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the gadgets you own and determine what’s really useful and what is just taking up space.

Whether you’re a proud avid cook or just starting your cooking endeavors, learning about different kitchen tools can be helpful. Some devices might seem like they only have one use. However, this certainly isn’t the case for potato ricers. I can clearly recall my mother using the potato ricer as she made various recipes with potatoes. This was one of her much-used gadgets. If you’ve never seen a potato ricer, it is built like an oversized garlic press. It has two handles you squeeze together, pressing the food and pushing it through the basket’s holes.

Many potato ricer discs can be switched out to have differentsized slots, which makes it a versatile kitchen utensil.

My mother would often attest that the only way she would make mashed potatoes was using a ricer. The reason is that mashed potatoes made with a ricer helps to prevent over mashing that may make

your mashed potatoes gluey. The ricer is gentle on potatoes and provides an even mash that gives them a nice texture.

To achieve clump-free mashed potatoes, most experts recommend using a ricer. A ric-er is made up of the hopper, where you place the potato, and the plunger, which you press down to force the potato out. Forcing the cooked mealy potato through the ricer’s small holes creates rice-sized pieces of potato (hence the name) and the air that is in-corporated while pressing contributes to the light fluffiness.

We love cool tools for cooks. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place for the tools that make life a bit easier and can help you make your best spuds. Remember my Foodie Friends; “Life Happens in the Kitchen”.

Take Care, John & Paula

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Creamy Mashed Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

• Potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

• Kosher salt

• Whole milk

INSTRUCTIONS

• Garlic

• Fresh thyme

• Bay leaves

• Unsalted butter

1. Place potatoes in a large pot and pour in cold water to cover by 1 inch. Add salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are very tender, but not saturated or crumbly, 20–25 minutes.

4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes,1 Tablespoon Kosher salt

2. Drain potatoes, reserving ½ cup cooking liquid if making potatoes ahead. Re-turn potatoes to pot and set over low heat. Gently stir until dry, about 1-2 minutes or un-til moisture is gone.

3. In the meantime, heat milk, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, garlic, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat.

1½ cups Whole milk,2 cloves garlic,5 sprigs Fresh thyme,¾ cup Unsalted but-ter,2 Dried bay leaves

4. Pass hot potatoes through a ricer into a large bowl. Do this while they are hot; if allowed to cool, the potatoes will become gummy. Remove herbs from warm milk mixture and discard. Gradually add milk mixture to potatoes, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon or paddle attachment until combined and smooth.

5. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with pats of butter on top and chives if de-sired. Enjoy!

Recipe courtesy of Isabel Laessig at bestsidedishes.com

This Week’s Events: MAR. 6-12

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

Opening Reception for Art Exhibition

Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 3 – 5 p.m.

An art exhibition by Galway Central High School seniors Margie Newsom and Felix Sanders. The artists will be on hand to discuss their works, pieces done in a variety of mediums. Refreshments will be served. The artwork will be on display at the library for the entire month of March.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Stone Soup

Saratoga County History Center, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa | 1 p.m. Join us for a Children’s Opera. STONE SOUP pairs composer Joe Illick and librettist Mark Campbell for an operatic retelling of the classic European folk tale. Their reimagining will transport audiences to Blessing, Texas for a rocking-chair view of the comings and goings at Max’s General store. From the opera’s opening notes representing a young girl’s stomach rumbling, through the whimsically collaborative creation of the title meal, to its uplifting ending, STONE SOUP imparts a timeless message: we all have something to contribute and sharing makes things better for everyone. STONE SOUP is 35 minutes long and sung in English. Recommended for Grades K-6. Free with registration. Brooksidemuseum.org.

Family Saturday: Cube Connection

Tang Museum, Payne Room, Skidmore College 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. Participants will discuss Julie Chen’s Family Tree,

displayed in Family Forms. Afterward, participants will create their own puzzles using wooden blocks, felt, scrapbook paper, stickers, and acrylic paint markers. This event is free and open to the public. Suitable for children age 5 and older, accompanied by their adult companions. No registration required; supplies provided on a first-come, first-served basis. For information on planning your visit and accessibility, please visit https://tang. skidmore.edu/calendar/2821family-saturday-cubeconnections.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8

Fundraiser Breakfast

American Legion Post 70, 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m. Scrambled eggs, biscuits, home fries, sausage, bacon, pancakes, juice and coffee. $12 per person, children under 8 eat free.

Braided Heritage: Tracing the Roots of American Cuisine

Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) announces a special free community program on March 7 at 3 p.m. featuring renowned culinary historian, James Beard Cookbook Hall of Fame winner and star of the Netflix docuseries High on the Hog, Dr. Jessica B. Harris. Free to attend, however, space is limited. Visit spac.org for details or to register. For more information visit spac.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 9

Nature on the Move

Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. The walk is geared

or to become a member, call 518-584-1621 or visit www. saratogaseniorcenter.org.

MS Support Group Meeting

Zoom Meeting | 5 – 7 p.m.

towards those with basic fitness levels and is for ages 16 and above. Register on our website wiltonpreserve.org or by calling the office at 518-450-0321.

The Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs Monthly Meeting

Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Street, Saratoga Springs | Noon. The guest speaker for the meeting will be Jessica Luse of Saratoga County Cooperative Extension presenting a program on Horticultural Trends in Container Gardening Using Annuals, Perennials and Vegetables. The Heritage Garden Club is a nonprofit garden club devoted to promoting horticultural education, the love of gardening, and floral design as well as civic and environmental awareness among the community. The meeting is open to the public. Those interested in joining are always welcome to join us, you don’t have to have a green thumb to join our garden club. Follow us on Facebook at Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs or visit heritagegardenclubss.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10

The Essentials of E-Payments

Saratoga Senior Center, 290 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. Free and Open to the Public. Hosted by Rick Cobello, the Center’s volunteer tech expert with a background in cybersecurity and information systems. Gain confidence using digital payment tools such as Venmo to safely manage everyday transactions. For more information, to RSVP

Arrive early! Free! For more information email, rreynolds@ townofballstonny.gov.

Society of American Magicians Meeting

Next meeting will be Thursday, March 26, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. by Zoom or in person at SAIL, 51 Glenwood Ave., Queensbury. For questions or to register, please call Lou Ann 518-7939506.

Annual 4-H Shooting Sports Course

4-H Training Center, 550 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa | The course will be held every Tuesday evening through April 14. This program is open to all youth ages 12 and older. Participants will learn the safe and ethical use of firearms and shooting equipment across multiple disciplines, including Home Firearm Safety, Shotgun, Smallbore Rifle, Muzzleloader, Archery, Air Pistol, and Hunting & Outdoor Skills. All equipment, ammunition, and personal protective equipment are provided. Youth must be current Saratoga County 4-H members or enroll prior to participating. The course fee is $50, with an additional $5 enrollment fee for new 4-H members. Please note that all participants must be enrolled in 4-H. If you have any questions, please contact Leland at glb76@ cornell.edu.

Public Showing: “What Was and What Is”

Ballston Community Public Library, 2 Lawmar Lane, Burnt Hills | 6:30 p.m. This locally produced video “What Was and What Is: The Communities of Burnt Hills and Ballston Lake and their School District, 1938-1940 and 2025”. Based partly on recently-discovered 16 MM film. That original footage, edited and annotated, is followed by some of the same scenes in the year 2025. A must-see for anyone who loves to see how this community and school life have changed over time. Produced and directed by Ballston Town Historian and retired BHBL teacher Rick Reynolds with videographer and editor Dave Waite from Charlton. Space is limited!

S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham | 7 p.m. All are welcome, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: www.sam24synthasite. com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11

Corned Beef and Cabbage 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: Corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, rolls. Dinner $15 (cash only).

Green Drinks!

Whitman Brewing Company, 20 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7 p.m. A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. Food, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. Green Drinks – Saratoga Springs is held monthly. https:// sustainablesaratoga.org/event/ green-drinks-27/.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12

Brown Bag Lunch Lecture: “Enter the Woman Politician”

Saratoga Springs Public Library, Dutcher Community Room, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 12 – 1 p.m.

Join Dr. Lauren Kozakiewicz in celebration of National Women’s History Month as she explores the experiences of women in New York State politics during the

20th century. Using archival materials and interviews, Dr. Kozakiewicz examines the stories of eighty-eight women elected to the New York State Legislature between 1919 and 1992. Her presentation highlights both the challenges these women faced and the progress they achieved. Due to the series’ popularity, advanced registration is required. To register online visit https:// www.sspl.org or in person and to learn more about each presentation.

Lenten Vespers Service Series

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

UPCOMING Events

Call for Local Folk or Irish Performers

Come audition for an opportunity to showcase your talent during “Café Malta”, an intimate coffee house at the Malta Community Center on Friday evening, March 13. It’s lucky Friday the 13th right before St. Patrick’s Day! We are looking for talented musicians, vocalists, and small acoustic bands, storytellers and/or dancers. Each acoustic act selected will play a short 10–15-minute set.

Auditions are by appointment only. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director, at 518-8994411 x 305 or theater@townofmalta.gov for more details or to schedule an audition.

Ready, Set, Glow

Help Bikeatoga Raise Funds for the Dake Foundation.

Bikeatoga is riding in a relay-style stationary bike fundraiser to support the Dake

Foundation, and we need your help to make a real impact. The Dake Foundation provides grants to local children with disabilities, helping cover equipment and services not paid for by insurance and supporting the nonprofits that serve them. These funds directly remove barriers for kids in our community, giving them greater access, independence, and opportunity. Our goal isn’t just to ride, it’s to raise as much money as possible for these families. Every donation, no matter the size, moves us closer to that goal. Event & Fundraising deadline: Saturday, March 14. Donate here: https://givebutter. com/bikeforkids2026/ bikeatogaorg. If you’ve been looking for a way to support local kids in a tangible, meaningful way, this is it. Help us show up strong for the Dake Foundation.

A Fun Night of Line Dancing

Join us Friday, March 20 from 6-9 pm for a fun night of line dancing at Murray’s Fools Distilling Company, 7152 Amsterdam-Glenville Road, Glenville, 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 for separate purchase. $10 cover charge with 50% of all cover proceeds will automatically be donated directly to Gateway House. Come dance to donate and give back to this incredible mission. We can’t wait to see you there. Dance your winter blahs away and have a lot of fun.

Blood Drive in Memory of Pamela Polacsek

Saratoga Bridges will be hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross. The drive will take place at 16 Saratoga Bridges Blvd., Ballston Spa, on Thursday, March 26, 10 a.m. to 3p.m. 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.

The Addams Family Musical

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 Ballston Spa High School, 220 Ballston Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for senior citizens and students. Tickets are online and at the door; online tickets are now open!

8th Annual Clue Murder Mystery Night

Join us on March 28 at the Wishing Well in Gansevoort, for an unforgettable 21+ evening of intrigue, strategy, and Revolutionary-era drama — complete with interactive gameplay, a full-course meal, and access to our Silent Auction featuring coveted house seats

to Hamilton on Broadway. Whether you’re competing as a colony, rewriting history, or just coming for the vibes, this is one of our most fun (and most important!) fundraisers of the year. Every ticket supports Saratoga Children’s Theatre and helps us continue providing incredible programming and scholarships for our young performers. Tickets available at Eventbrite.com.

Bus Trip to Aqueduct Racetrack

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and the New York Thoroughbred Breeders are partnering on a bus trip to historic Aqueduct Racetrack for Wood Memorial Stakes Day on Saturday, April 4. This year’s edition of the Wood Memorial — a Grade 2 race for 3-year-olds on the Kentucky Derby trail — will be the final time the event is held at Aqueduct before moving to the new Belmont Park in 2027. Tickets are $75 for Museum and NYTB members and $90 for non-members and are on sale now here: https://1049a.

blackbaudhosting.com/1049a/ Aqueduct-Bus-Trip.

HOSTA Tractor Safety Program

Capital District 4-H Announces Upcoming Tractor Safety Program Empowering Youth with Agricultural Safety Skills and Career Opportunities. April 6 – 9. A Virtual orientation meeting will be on March 12. This program is designed for youth ages 14 and older who are interested in learning safe work practices in agriculture and exploring career opportunities in the industry. Participants will gain hands-on experience in the operation of tractors and implements, as well as learn essential safety practices related to machinery and equipment operation, livestock handling, grain storage, and more. In addition to practical skills, youth will visit local farms and agribusinesses to discover a wide range of agricultural careers. Register: https:// ccesaratoga.org/events.

Music and Storytelling Event to Raise Funds for Homeless Veterans

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

RallySound, a nonprofit working to empower community through music, will host “Songwriters in the Round – An Evening of Music and Storytelling” on Thursday, April 16 at The Anthony “Skip” Scirocco Music Hall in Saratoga Springs.

A pay-what-you-can event, the evening will feature Adam Ezra, Margo Macero, and Melanie Krahmer & Rich Libutti of Sirsy performing some of their favorite songs and sharing the stories behind them. All are donating their time and talent to the event to raise funds for veterans. Money raised will benefit The Ramble music festival—another pay-whatyou-can event held annually on the last Saturday of August.

The Ramble, run by the all-volunteer Ramble Army, is funded through donations from attendees, generous supporters, and sponsors. For every $1,000 raised, The Ramble—working in partnership with The New England Center and Home for Veterans—provides the

resources needed for one veteran to transition off the streets and into safe, dignified housing.

RallySound donated $161,000 to the mission last year and has donated more than $750,000 over the past 13 years.

“Songwriters in the Round”

will be held in the music hall at Saratoga Springs City Hall (third floor) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors at 6 p.m.).

For more information, to reserve tickets, and to donate, visit Rallysound.org/ songwriters-in-the-round.

Jazz Legend Blows the Lid off UPH

by

Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Master of sax Branford Marsalis brought his quartet to the Spa City last Friday night, tearing his way through a set that spanned sonically from melodious to an almost-violent composition by bassist Eric Revis that Marsalis called a “2 a.m. with handcuffs” kind of love song.

The Grammy-winning Marsalis has many claims to fame, including collaborations with the Grateful Dead, Sting, Dave Matthews, Spike Lee, Public Enemy, and Phil Collins. From 1992 to 1995, he was the leader of the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno” band.

But in 2026, at 65 years young, Marsalis took the UPH audience on a journey that spanned from the Depressionera Jimmy McHugh tune “Sunny Side of the Street” (which Marsalis called “a wonderful song of American optimism”); the 1928 hit by the Paul Whiteman Orchestra, “There Ain’t No Sweet Man That’ Worth the Salt of My Tears”; the 1960-recorded John Coltrane

tune “26-2”; and 1974’s “Long As You Know You’re Living Yours,” a Keith Jarrett cover. Also performed was an audience-led rendition of “Happy Birthday,” sung in honor of pianist/birthday boy Joey Calderazzo.

A highlight was the encore “Nikaste,” an original composition by bassist Eric Revis. After some on-stage back-and-forth as to whether the song would be played towards the end of the set or during the encore, Marsalis’ quartet erupted with the unconventional love song. “You tell me what kind of ‘love’ you think this is,” Marsalis quipped before his drummer Justin Faulkner practically committed a violent crime upon his kit. Faulkner also displayed his grin-inducing habit of exclaiming “Aaahhh” every time he seemed to be enjoying himself.

This year, as Marsalis pointed out before playing “262”, is John Coltrane’s centennial. Saratogians can celebrate 100 years of the pioneering saxophonist at the forthcoming Saratoga Jazz Festival, which will include a salute to Coltrane by the Skidmore Jazz Institute Faculty All-Stars.

Week of March 6 - March 12, 2026

SPAC Announces

“Groundbreaking,”

One-Night-Only BalletX Performance

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) announced Wednesday that BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet company, will present the SPAC premiere of “The Four Seasons Reimagined” in a special one-night, paviliononly performance on Thursday, June 11.

The immersive, eveninglength work marks BalletX’s first full-company, headlining engagement on the SPAC Amphitheater stage and arrives just days after its world premiere. The company previously performed in the Spa Little Theater and appeared as a guest with The Philadelphia Orchestra on the main stage.

“This season at SPAC, we are reflecting on The Four Seasons—an idea that resonates deeply with our home in Saratoga Spa State Park and with SPAC’s evolution as a vibrant, year-round organization,” said Elizabeth Sobol, CEO of SPAC. “We are proud to have supported the creation of this bold and ambitious work, which beautifully reflects our commitment to environmental awareness and sustainability, inspiring audiences to consider both the majesty and fragility of the natural world that surrounds us. We are also thrilled to welcome regional organizations dedicated to conservation and sustainability, offering them the opportunity to share their work with our audiences and join us for this shared artistic experience.”

“The Four Seasons Reimagined” is a new production that ushers audiences into an immersive landscape shaped by sound, movement, light, and design. Composer and electronic musician Dan Deacon creates and performs an original score live on stage with his nine-member band. Four choreographers—Morgann Runacre-Temple (Summer), Penny Saunders (Fall), Jamar Roberts (Winter), and Trey McIntyre (Spring)—each bring a distinct season to life, revealing nature as the driving force

at the heart of the story: fragile, fierce, and magnificently alive.

“We are so grateful to work on this larger-than-life project with Saratoga Performing Arts Center,” said BalletX Artistic and Executive Director Christine Cox. “The Four Seasons Reimagined” is a celebration two years in the making and we’re honored to premiere it as part of America250. Creating alongside Dan Deacon, Penny Saunders, Jamar Roberts, Trey McIntyre, Morgann RunacreTemple, Emma Kingsbury, Christopher Ash and our company of dancers has been the experience of a lifetime and the result is truly unique –four world premieres, one epic score, one beautiful love letter to Mother Nature.”

At the heart of the project is a newly commissioned score by Deacon. Known for his genre-defying sound and epic-scale live performances, Deacon will reinterpret Vivaldi’s iconic work with an avant-garde, modern edge. Performed live alongside his nine-piece ensemble of musicians, several taking on multiple instruments, the score reflects the shifting seasons and our relationship with the natural world.

Scenic and costume design is by designer Emma

The Guess Who Bringing Historic Reunion Tour to SPAC

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Kingsbury, whose work spans theater, dance, opera, and film, including collaborations with Opera Australia and La Scala. Lighting is brought to life by Christopher Ash, whose work has been seen at The Met, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Canadian Opera, Houston Grand Opera, and across numerous Broadway productions.

Extending this commitment beyond the stage, SPAC has invited regional organizations dedicated to conservation and sustainability to attend and engage with audiences prior to the performance.

Participating partners include the Agricultural Stewardship Association, Albany Pine Bush Preserve, Mohawk Hudson Land Conservation District, New York State Parks & Historic Preservation, Pitney Meadows Community Farm, Saratoga PLAN, SoBro Conservancy, Southern Adirondack Audubon Society, Spa City Farmers’ Market, Sustainable Saratoga, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, and Capital Region PRISM.

Tickets will be available beginning March 6 at 10 a.m. for members (tiered by level) and on March 12 at 10 a.m. for the general public. All tickets for this performance are pavilion only and start at $29. Visit spac. org for details.

For the first time in 23 years, Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman will perform as The Guess Who during their Takin’ It Back tour. Their adventure includes a stop at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on July 14, when they’ll be joined by Don Felder (formerly of the Eagles).

“Randy and I are incredibly grateful that our music has endured all these years,” Cummings said. “Knowing that people still want to hear these songs live means everything to us, and when we go out on

stage, our goal is to truly honor the music.”

The Guess Who, sometimes referred to as “the Canadian Beatles,” released 11 studio albums, all of which charted in both Canada and the United States. They’ve placed 14 singles in the US Top 40 chart and more than 30 in Canada. Some of their classic tunes include “American Woman,” “These Eyes,” “No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature,” and “No Time.” General on sale begins on Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m. at TheGuessWho.com.

Local Author Publishing Debut Fantasy Novel

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

WILTON — J.R.R. Tolkien.

George R.R. Martin. Z.R. Coffin.

A Wilton resident will soon join the ranks of published fantasy authors when his debut novel, “Fallen Light,” is released the week of March 16.

The novel centers on Isaac, an arcanist tasked with retrieving an artifact located inside an ancient temple hidden in a remote forest. When attempting to grab the artifact, Isaac is ambushed and soon realizes there is a traitor amongst his arcanist clan.

“It’s a very character-driven story,” Coffin told Saratoga TODAY. “I have magic and all these different races, like elves and orcs and dwarves and the typical high fantasy stuff. But what I focus on the most is how these characters interact with each other.”

Coffin got the fantasy bug when he was a kid, beginning his education with “Lord of

the Rings” and “Star Wars.” He sparked his creativity by playing “Dungeons & Dragons” and other roleplaying fantasy games.

He put his imagination to the test in a high school writers group, which joined other local school districts for conferences that included author-led workshops. In college, he grew from short stories to novels, drawing upon ideas he generated during D&D campaigns.

“I started trying to storyboard, and I wrote probably three novels that will never see the light of day because they’re not very good,” Coffin said. “But I refined that over the years and eventually got to [“Fallen Light”].”

Although many would-be novelists tend to kick around a book idea before tossing it into a desk drawer, Coffin realized his vision by a simple but effective method: Love of the game.

One of Coffin’s favorite fantasy authors, Brandon Sanderson, posts writing courses to YouTube. In those lectures,

Sanderson says he asked himself an important question: If I could never publish my books, would I still write? The answer, for both Sanderson and Coffin, was an emphatic “yes.”

“There’s an intrinsic kind of enjoyment to me doing it,” Coffin said of his writing. “Even if I just shared it with my friends and family, that’s good enough for me.”

Sanderson is something of a hero to self-published authors. His 2022 Kickstarter campaign to self-publish four novels earned him more than $41 million donated by 185,000-plus backers. Last month, the rights to Sanderson’s “Cosmere” books were picked up by Apple TV. The deal, described as “unprecedented” by The Hollywood Reporter, grants Sanderson near-complete creative control over the forthcoming adaptations of his work.

Coffin isn’t necessarily setting his sights as high as the singular Sanderson, but the

self-publishing route is an increasingly popular one for many writers. Some authors with work released by major publishers have told Saratoga TODAY that despite the backing of a traditional publisher, they still spend a lot of their time marketing their own books and pouring countless hours into growing their social media followings. Many of them also have to work full-time jobs outside of their busy writing schedules, just to make ends meet.

“Figure out what you want to do first,” Coffin advises firsttime authors. “Don’t really prescribe to what people are telling you you have to do. Figure out

what aligns with how your life works and your interests, and then go from there.”

Coffin utilized the services of The Troy Book Makers, a company that aims to produce “attractive, well-designed books at a low cost” and has released dozens of titles.

From conception to completion, Coffin estimates he spent about five or six years working on “Fallen Light.” With the book’s release imminent, prospective readers are advised to visit Coffin’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/zrcoffinauthor) for publishing updates. The novel will soon be available on Amazon and at local bookstores.

Malta-Based Percussionist Releases New “Junkman” Album

MALTA — Malta resident, composer, and percussionist Donald Knaack (aka The Junkman) is celebrating more than 40 years of composing music for contemporary dance companies by releasing a compendium of 12 of his most popular compositions.

Knaack’s long and productive career includes performances and commissions from The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, The Discover Jazz Festival, and the Kansas City International Jazz Festival. He’s also toured with Eminem, The BlackEyed Peas, Ice T, and Phish. He’s created music for television commercials for brands such as Nike, ESPN, the NBA, Airbnb, and Electronic Arts.

More than 25 years ago, Knaack, a classically trained musician, stopped using traditional music instruments in favor of

using junk and reused materials.

“The timbres of these materials instantly gave my music an original uniqueness, like someone being given a set of new and

different colors to paint with,” Knaack said.

For a preview of the new album’s tracks, visit junkmusic. online/dancealbum/.

Saratoga Clay Arts Center Presents New Joint Exhibition

SCHUYLERVILLE — A

joint exhibition featuring functional and sculptural ceramic works by local artists Maria Rosenblum and W.D. Pitney will premiere on March 21 (with an opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m.) at the Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery. Admission is free. The exhibit, titled “Objective Form : Subjective Disorder,” will run until May 2.

Pitney and Rosenblum have been firing atmospheric and reduction kilns together for the past five years.

“Trained as a potter, I am now devoted to meshing functional and sculptural concepts to produce pedestal vessels and naturalistic shallow bowls,” said Rosenblum. “This precarious balance is rooted in my youth exploring the extraordinary

tides and shallows of the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia.”

“With my functional pieces, I’ve been working with porcelain slip to create surface textures to invoke gesture, expression, and energy,” said Pitney. “Ultimately, I believe craft serves community by elevating, inspiring, and uniting people through form and process.”

The Schacht Gallery at Saratoga Clay Arts Center is located at 167 Hayes Road in Schuylerville.

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NAME: Northern Elm Mentoring Group, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/29/2025. 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 the process to the LLC c/o Laurie S. Keniry, Esq., Cioffi Slezak Wildgrube P.C., 1473 Erie Blvd., 1st Fl., Schenectady, NY 12305. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16555

Notice of Formation of Wray WinterShield Sprinklers LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/24/2026. Office: 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 at: 27 Mallard Drive, Rexford NY 12148. Michael Wray, 27 Mallard Drive, Rexford NY 12148, is the registered agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16552

Notice of Formation of VCHC Lofts at Littauer Park LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 1/22/2026. Office location: County of Saratoga. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: LLC, 20 Prospect St, #313, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16562

Notice of formation of Buck Run Services, LLC, a domestic limited liability company (the LLC). Articles of Org. filed with the NY Dept. of State on January 24, 2026. Office of the LLC: Saratoga County. The Secretary of State of NY (the SSNY) has been designated as the agent upon whom process may be served. The SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC at: P.O. Box 48, Gabriels, NY 12939. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful purposes. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16563

Publication Notice of Organization of Limited Liability Company.

The name of the Limited Liability Company is: Cornerstone Business Solutions, LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”). The Articles of Organization of the Company were filed with the New York Secretary of State on January 23, 2026. The County within New York State in which the office of the Company is to be located is SARATOGA. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process against the Company may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is: Cornerstone Business Solutions, LLC, P.O. Box 172, Round Lake, NY 12151. The purpose of the business of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the New York Limited Liability Company Law. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16559

Notice of formation of Walsh Tax Services, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/04/2025. 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: 6 Liberty Dr., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16564

MT2onPaper, LLC filed on December 17, 2025 operating in Saratoga County, PO Box 126, Saratoga Springs, NY

12866. The Secretary of State is designated agent, registered agent is Michelle Tetu, POBox 126, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online Stationery Supplies. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16527

Notice of formation of VITTORIANO & JOSEE 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: 5 Benedict Ct Ballston Spa NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/2026. 16569

Notice of formation of West Saratoga Ventures LLC . Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/1/2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as an agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail a copy of the process to West Saratoga Ventures LLC: 147 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16584

Brookford Partners WA LLC filed w/ SSNY 1/27/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to the LLC, PO Box 20088, Brooklyn, NY 11202. Any lawful purpose. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16586

Notice of formation of JCM Home Inspections LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on January 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: 8 Michael Dr., Mechanicville, NY 12118. The LLC is organized for the purpose of providing home inspection services and any lawful business permitted under New

York State law. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16585

Notice of formation of Regency Domestic Services, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/12/2025. 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: 32 Timber Trace, Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16592

Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company LLIVE, LLAUGH, LLOVE, LLAMA LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/13/2025 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: PO Box 3392 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16593

Notice of Formation of Elevated Drone Perspectives, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on January 30, 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 Conway, 3 Yandel Yard, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: any lawful activity. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16597

IAAII, LLC filed Art. of Org. with the Sec’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/3/2026. 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: IAAII, LLC, 1147 Ballston Lake Road, Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: any lawful act. 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13/2026. 16600

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 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

Notice of Formation of The Cleaning Society LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 3/1/26. Office in Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o the company, PO Box 75, Victory Mills, NY 12884. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity under the New York LLC Law. 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10/2026. 16794

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

PUBLIC NOTICES

Notice of Adoption of Local Law

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN THAT THE Board of Supervisors of the County of Saratoga, State of New York, at its regular meeting on February 19, 2026, duly adopted the following resolution.

RESOLUTION 48-2026

ADOPTING A LOCAL LAW, IDENTIFIED AS INTRODUCTORY NO.

1, PRINT NO. 1 OF 2026, ENTITLED “AMENDING LOCAL LAW NO. 1 OF 1967, AS LAST AMENDED BY LOCAL LAW NO. 4 OF 2022, TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM REAL PROPERTY TAX

EXEMPTION FOR PERSONS 65 YEARS OF AGE OR OVER”

A full copy of the local law can be found at www. saratogacountyny.gov.

Therese M. Connolly, Clerk Board of Supervisors 2/27, 3/6/2026, 16731

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Department of Central Services will receive sealed bids in person or electronically through the Empire State Purchasing Website until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for Fuel Additive and Maintenance Program, as per specification 26-PWFAMP-49R.

Bid forms and instructions are available at the Department of Central Services, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone - 518-885-2210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www. empirestatebidsystem.com) Saratoga County, through its Department of Central Services, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.

JOHN T. WARMT Director of Purchasing Saratoga County 3/6/2026, 16784

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This Week: Baluster, Banister

A baluster is a short pillar that supports a handrail. The balusters on the deck were secured with small screws.

A banister is the handrail on a staircase. We slid down the banister when we were children.

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Charity Hockey Game Returning to Weibel Ice Rink

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— The Saratoga Fire Hockey Team will present the secondannual St. Baldrick’s Cup, a charity hockey game between Saratoga Fire and the Albany Firefighters hockey team, on Sunday, March 15 at the Weibel Ice Rink in Saratoga Springs (30 Weibel Avenue).

All proceeds raised will go to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, which has the goal of conquering childhood cancer by funding the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers, develop better treatments with fewer long-term side effects, and help survivors lead long and healthy lives.

The day begins at 10 a.m. when doors open, offering attendees the opportunity to participate in head shavings, a signature St. Baldrick’s fundraising activity that raises additional funds while symbolizing solidarity with children undergoing treatment. Admission donations will be collected at the door to directly benefit the cause.

The hockey game itself has

a scheduled puck drop time of 11 a.m. During the game, there will be multiple fundraising activities going on, including a 50/50 raffle, various donations being raffled off, and the jersey silent auction. The Saratoga Fire hockey team will be wearing a special edition St. Patrick’s Day theme jerseys which will be auctioned off and given to the winners after the game.

Following the game, the celebration will continue at King’s Tavern, where a portion of food sales from 1 to 5 p.m. will be donated to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.

Last year’s inaugural St. Baldrick’s Cup, which featured the Saratoga Fire Hockey Team against the Worcester Firefighters, successfully raised $7,000 for childhood cancer research. Building on that momentum, the goal is to raise more than last year with all proceeds going to help fight childhood cancers.

For more information, visit www.stbaldricks.org/events/ sbcup2026/teams.

Saratoga’s Rocky Balboa: How Danny Dacey Won Despite Losing

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Injured, facing the 11th-best high school wrestler in the country, and derailed by a controversial call, Danny Dacey was hit with a series of insurmountable obstacles at the state championships in Albany last weekend.

How the Saratoga Springs grappler chose to deal with those hurdles left his coach gobsmacked.

“He did such an amazing thing at such an amazing moment,” Coach Jake Zanetti told Saratoga TODAY.

Dacey entered states as the No. 3 seed. He defeated Peter Mikedis in the semifinals, but may have torn his meniscus while doing so. Set to face Griffin LaPlante in the finals, Dacey had to overcome a bum knee to defeat a No. 1 seed who had already captured a state title. It would’ve been an uphill battle, even if Dacey was fully healthy.

But then something remarkable happened. About 45 seconds into the first period, Dacey executed a cement mixer that planted LaPlante onto his back. Holding him there for nearly a minute, it seemed like Dacey might be able to pull off the upset. But LaPlante began bleeding from his nose, so the referees stopped the action to check on LaPlante. A chorus of boos rained down on the officials as spectators questioned the decision to interrupt the match.

“It’s definitely a tough choice,” Zanetti said of the refs’ controversial call. “If they let the match run out till the end of the period, if they just let the match

NYRA Announces Summer Stakes Schedule

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— The New York Racing Association (NYRA) recently announced the stakes schedule for the 2026 summer meet at Saratoga Race Course, which will open July 3 and continue through Labor Day, Sept. 7.

A few highlights include:

• Leo O’Brien on July 5

• Diana on July 18

• American Oaks on July 25

• Jim Dandy on Aug. 1

• A.P. Smithwick Memorial on Aug. 5

• John Morrissey on Aug. 6

• Whitney on Aug. 8

• Christophe Clement Turf on Aug. 15

• Alabama on Aug. 22

go for the six [remaining] seconds, that would have been fine… But by rule, they probably did the right thing because the referees can always say that they’re looking out for the safety of the wrestlers and the competitors. They’re able to do that in any position. But anyone who’s been around the world of wrestling knows that you don’t really take a guy off his back in that type of position. You just don’t really do it. It was kind of crazy.”

Dacey was up 9-3 heading into the second period, but LaPlante was back up on his feet. The nationally-ranked wrestler then scored enough points to secure the victory and the state title.

Many athletes, be they high schoolers or professionals, wouldn’t have taken those

events in stride, especially with a state championship on the line. But Dacey “responded like a champion,” Zanetti said. “He was the last person to complain or call out the refs for doing the wrong thing. He took it like a class act, a good sport, a senior captain, and a leader who understands the sport and was aware that this ref made a call that really hurt him, but ultimately he had no control over it. The fact that Danny made it a close match, let alone getting that close to winning, was such a great thing that he should be proud of for the rest of his life.”

Dacey hopes to continue his wrestling journey at a Division 1 school, and Zanetti believes that at states, the Blue Streak “showed he’s capable of doing special things at the next level.”

• Travers on Aug. 29

• Jonathan Sheppard Memorial on Sept. 2

• Spinaway on Sept. 5

• Spendthrift Farm Hopeful on Sept. 6

The full schedule is available on NYRA’s website here: https:// www.nyra.com/saratoga/ racing/stakes-schedule/.

Racers Fall in Final Contest, Prepare for Playoffs

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

MECHANICVILLE — The Saratoga Racers’ near-Cinderella story collapsed in the second half of a tense March 1 game against the undefeated, top-ranked Buffalo Extreme.

The first quarter was a vicious back-and-forth battle that produced a few fouls, a few turnovers, and a lot of chatter from the Buffalo bench. Obviously intent on preserving their flawless regular season record, Buffalo began widening their lead in the opening stanza until Saratoga nailed a triple, induced a turnover, and then laid in an easy bucket to bring themselves within three points.

As the final seconds of the first quarter ticked away, the Racers’ RJ Rosa sank another three-pointer, literally at the buzzer, to tie the game at 31-31. The crowd, one of the biggest and most enthusiastic Racers audiences in the team’s two-year history, erupted.

Early in the second quarter, Saratoga pulled ahead by five, thanks to its relentless defense. With a touch under nine minutes left before halftime, the first of at least two on-court altercations broke out. A pair of officials and a coach broke up the dispute before a technical foul was issued.

Despite the distraction, Saratoga fought to maintain an edge, leading by anywhere from three to six points during the second stanza. With just two minutes remaining in the first half, the Racers had a one-point lead. A thunderous dunk from Racer’s star Juwan Malone helped deny a Buffalo comeback. At halftime, Saratoga was ahead 62-59 and on their way to becoming the first American Basketball Association (ABA) team to take down the Extreme.

But then fortunes changed. Buffalo launched into the second half with a 9-0 run until Rosa stopped the bleeding with a jumper. In only a few minutes, however, the Extreme had rocketed to a ten-point lead. That advantage steadily climbed until suddenly Buffalo

was up by 20 points and seemed to be manhandling Saratoga with ease.

Saratoga was also the victim of its own errors. A number of missed free throws kept the squad from reducing their disadvantage to single digits. One missed free throw resulted in another technical foul that inspired a Buffalo coach to hurl his clipboard across the corner of the court. As tensions mounted, the Extreme nailed a shot from well behind the arc at the third quarter buzzer, solidifying what would prove to be an insurmountable lead.

The fourth quarter was an ugly one. The game ended at 143-127 after another on-court altercation caused officials to call off the contest with 40-some seconds still on the clock. John Ryals III led all Saratoga scorers with 30 points. Malone added 22 and Donovan Williams contributed 21.

Despite the tough finish to their regular season, the Racers are nonetheless well-positioned for the playoffs. The team has been placed in the ABA East Region Blue Division as the

No. 3 seed. They’ll next head to Vermont, to take on the No. 2 seed Coyotes, for a 7 p.m. Sunday night game at Barre Municipal Auditorium.

Although only one seed apart, the 11-5 Racers have a considerable advantage over the 12-11 Coyotes. They’ve beaten the Vermont squad in three out of four contests this season.

Now ranked #24 nationally among all ABA teams, Saratoga will hope to make a dent in their second-ever postseason appearance.

The Racers also have two players up for ABA All-Star contention: Ryals and Williams. Williams, a point guard, averaged 15 points on 57% shooting this year, adding an average of 4 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2.5 steals per game. He accumulated 3 double-doubles and 1 triple-double this season. Ryals averaged 21 points per game on 53% shooting. He also averaged 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals per contest. He scored more than 30 points three times this season, including an impressive 36-point performance against Buffalo.

Ice Cream Brand Sponsors Injured Saratoga Jockey

by Jonathon Norcross Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS

— Hildebrandt’s Ice Cream recently announced that it will sponsor jockey Dylan Davis, who is making his return to horse racing after incurring a host of injuries following a frightening spill at Aqueduct Racetrack late last year.

Davis is a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School and regularly competes at The Spa.

“Hildebrandt’s is honored to support one of horse racing’s most respected riders at such a pivotal moment in his career,” the ice cream maker said in a press release. “This partnership reflects the brand’s commitment to perseverance, excellence, and standing behind individuals who embody resilience both on and off the track.”

“Thank you for the support with me returning back to ride today,” Davis wrote in a Feb. 28 social media post.

On Nov. 14, Davis racked up a slew of injuries, including nine fractured ribs, a collapsed left lung, and a broken right collarbone. His brother

Robbie Jr. created a GoFundMe to help pay for medical bills, physical therapy, rehab, and living expenses. The horse racing world responded to this call for aid by contributing $18,190 in just a handful of days, far surpassing the requested $12,000 goal.

Davis, who earned 21 firstplace finishes and more than $2.6 million in earnings riding at Saratoga Race Course in 2025, belongs to a family that has been prominent in the New

York horse racing scene for decades. He and his sister Katie, a jockey who was featured in the Netflix docuseries “Race for the Crown,” grew up near the Saratoga Race Course, where they fell in love with the sport thanks to their father Robbie, a popular jockey in the 1980s. In addition to Dylan and Katie, the Davis family also includes Jacqueline (aka Jackie, a jockey based in the Finger Lakes) and Edmund (aka Eddie), a rising horse trainer.

Shen Girls Cross Country Team and Girls Tennis Champ Honored at Capitol

ALBANY — Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C-Ballston) recently honored the New York State Class A champion Shenendehowa High School girls’ cross-country team and girls’ tennis singles state champion Jolie Chichak by presenting them with legislative resolutions and honoring them at the Capitol.

The Shen girl’s cross country team members are Leyla Bhusri, Addison Morelli, Katie Battle, Riley Lynch, Courtney Krawiecki, Raquelle Landa, and

Beer. Rob Cloutier is the head coach and Beth Haig is the assistant coach.

Girls’ tennis champ Jolie Chichak visited the Capitol with Coach Bill McArthur. Chichak, a freshman, captured the 2025 NYSPHSAA girls’ tennis singles state championship at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York on Wednesday, Oct. 29 with a 7-6, 6-4 straight sets victory over her opponent. She is the first singles state champion from Section 2 since 1998, and Shenendehowa High School’s first-ever singles state champion.

Ballston Spa Athletics Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2026

BALLSTON SPA — After reviewing dozens of nominations for the Ballston Spa Athletic Hall of Fame, the committee has selected the following inductees into the Class of 2026:

• Bryan Boice (Class of 1961)

Vincent Gonzales (Class of 2006)

• Peter Hansen (Class of 2019)

• Ashlyn Kersch (Class of 2016)

• Robert “Buddy”

Liddell (Class of 1986)

• Keegan Zoller (Class of 2020)

1972 Football Team

A ceremony to honor the inductees will be held on Saturday, May 9 at 1 p.m. in the Ballston Spa High School Auditorium at 220 Ballston Ave. Tickets are available to the public for $10 and may be purchased at the door.

Nominations for the Class of 2027 will be accepted from May 1, 2026 until Jan. 15, 2027. To submit a nomination, or for more information about the hall of fame, visit ballstonspaathleticshalloffame.com.

See " Racers Fall in Final Contest, Prepare for Playoffs" pg. 30

DEPUTIES INJURED IN RAMMING INCIDENT

The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office has arrested man who they allege rammed into them while they attempted to pull him over.

James McMahon, 42, of Milton, has been charged with felony 2nd degree criminal mischief, 2nd degree assault, and 1st degree reckless endangerment. He was also charged with 3 misdemeanor charges. The incident occurred on Feb. 19, 2026.

According to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, deputies attempted to pull McMahon on Route 9 in the Town of Corinth

when he fled. He then struck the back of the of a Sheriff’s patrol car with his 2024 Dodge Ram, damaging the patrol car and forcing it off the road.

McMahon continued to evade officers and eventually pulled over on Spier Falls Road in Moreau. McMahon then exited his and ran at law enforcement while attempting to punch them. This resulted in two deputies receiving facial lacerations, which were treated on scene by Moreau EMS.

McMahon was arraigned in Corinth Town Court and released on bond.

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