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Caroline Street After Dark A Decades-long Dilemma for City Officials, Residents, and Tourism Advocates by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

Caroline Street at night. Photo by John Seymour.

Prosperity Partnership Sent Packing SARATOGA COUNTY — The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership has voted to cease operations after eight years of competition with the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC). The disagreements over the county’s economic development strategies began back in 2013, when the SEDC denied the then Saratoga County Board of Supervisors request to appoint elected officials to their board. The Board of Supervisors promptly

ended their connections with the SEDC, and the Prosperity Partnership, led by county lawmakers, was founded in 2014. On Monday, Feb. 28, the Board of Supervisors of the Prosperity Partnership made the decision to cease their efforts following the resignation of organization employees, including President and CEO Shelby Schneider who left to join the New York State Economic Development Council (NYSEDC) as Deputy Director in June of 2021. See Story pg. 12

Bar. Bar. Restaurant & Bar. Pizza joint. Car lot. Bar. Tavern. Bar, bar, bar. There are at least 16 venues that boast a variety of libations in the imbibing emporium that

sprawls across the westernmost part of Caroline Street and its adjacent pedestrian thoroughfares. Nestled in a concentrated terrain of downtown Saratoga Springs, it has showcased a party-like atmosphere for several decades. For nearly as long it has drawn the ire of some city leaders and the public alike, each making calls to tamp down the festivities. See Story pg. 9

Sales Tax Surges by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The City Council on March 1 gathered for their first meeting in a long while inside the firstfloor chamber room at City Hall, where Mayor Ron Kim began the meeting with the standard Salute To The Flag and requested all in attendance remain standing for a Moment of Silence in observation of the people of Ukraine. • Finance Commissioner Minita Sanghvi reported the final Sales Tax figures for 2021 at just

under $15 million. “This is really good news,” Sanghvi said. “That is about $5 million over our 2021 revised budget and surpassed 2019 by 11.5% and surpassed 2020 by 35.3%. “Truly astounding numbers and we all should be very pleased.” Of the cities that impose their own sales tax (not including New York City), Saratoga Springs had the strongest year-overyear increase of 32.5%, followed by Norwich (27.8%) and Ithaca (23.4%), according to a statement issued in February by NYS Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. See Story pg. 10

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Dressed for Freedom

by Lauren Roberts

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Housed in the Saratoga County Historian’s Office is the African American History Index, begun in the early 2000s by former county historian Kristina Saddlemire and continued by longtime volunteer Jane Meader Nye. This collection includes documents related to people of African descent who were either residents of the county or famous visitors such as Frederick Douglass, and stories of Abolitionists who offered assistance to enslaved people seeking freedom. One of the documents in the collection is entitled My Year in Washington (1848-1849) written by Lydia Frances Sherman. Sherman, born in Hadley in 1826, focuses her memoir on the year she taught school in Washington D.C., on the site that would one day be home to the Library of Congress. However, the first few pages of the document recall her childhood growing up in Hadley where her father, Edmund J. Sherman, offered shelter to freedom seekers at their home in the southeast corner of the town, just north of the Corinth town line. Though slavery in New York State officially ended in 1827, many southern tourists who patronized the nearby resort community of Saratoga Springs continued to bring enslaved people with them during the summer season. Lydia Sherman states that it was these African Americans whom her family was assisting through the Underground Railroad network in upstate New York and on into Canada. Coming through Greenfield, where Quaker Abolitionist Mason Anthony resided, the freedom seekers would then be brought to the Sherman home in Hadley before proceeding across the Hudson River into Warren County. Traveling after dark, Lydia’s father Edmund Sherman would transport them to the home of Henry Beach, a relative, in Luzerne. Lydia remembers her father as a lifelong abolitionist. She notes, “he voted the Whig ticket when William Henry Harrison was elected, but after that stood by the anti-slavery party as long as he lived.” He was noted as having been a participant

Edmund J. Sherman homestead in Hadley. Photo Source: 1856 Geils Map, provided by The Saratoga County History Roundtable.

at the 1846 Saratoga County Liberty Party Convention and the 1850 Federal Census for Hadley shows him as a farmer in a household consisting of 8 people. His daughter mentions that he sometimes taught school in the winter to supplement the family income. Lydia tells us that freedom seekers would normally stay one night with her family before moving on. However, she recalls a particular episode where a man had to stay with them for several days because of a reward offered for his capture, which was posted prominently in several places in the area. A welltimed visit from one of Lydia’s older sisters, who had come home with a young baby, gave the family a daring idea. They decided they would dress the enslaved man in women’s clothing with a veil covering his face and wrap a large doll in blankets for him to hold in his lap, essentially disguising him as Lydia’s sister. Lydia’s mother, Susan Wilcox Sherman rode along with him in the wagon for the journey, which consisted of crossing two bridges (over the Sacandaga and Hudson Rivers) and traveling through the village of Luzerne. It was quite stressful, as they were worried that an acquaintance would see them and want to stop the wagon to visit. Thankfully, they were able to arrive at Lydia’s grandfather’s house without any difficulties and the man was able to continue on his journey to Canada, eventually sending word back to the family that he had arrived safely. Lydia went on to teach school at the age of fourteen, noting that it was the only profession available to “girls who wanted to make a living.” She first taught locally and then in Washington D.C., after following her sister Jane to the area. While there, she made several observations regarding the lives of African Americans residing in the south. She mentions passing the slave pens on Maryland Avenue and walking along the shore where she saw enslaved men at work on a plantation bringing in large quantities

of fish. Her attention was called to the song they were singing as they labored. “One man would sing a line or tune, apparently improvising as he went along, and the whole party would join the refrain, ‘John, come down the holler.’ After a few minutes the refrain was changed to ‘Never come back any more,’ in a most doleful minor key.” Lydia Sherman left Washington D.C. after being there for only a year, noting that the Washington Monument was under construction when she left and, “…in October 1849, the structure, near as I can remember, was about ten feet high.” She married William Henry Kilby and moved to Eastport, Maine, and then to Boston, where she spent much of her later life. She passed away in North Attleboro, Massachusetts in 1916. Memoirs such as these give valuable insight into the ways that abolitionist networks were organized within our county and the surrounding area. Since much of the information was passed by word of mouth, documents providing concrete evidence of where specific stops along the Underground Railroad were located and who was managing them are not readily available. There was danger in providing aid to freedom seekers, especially after the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was passed, which is why it was safer not to have a paper trail. However, brave abolitionists such as the Sherman family made an impact in the fight against slavery and were able to assist freedom seekers on their way to Canada, despite the inherent risk in doing so. Lauren Roberts is the Saratoga County Historian. She is co-host of the WAMC podcast A New York Minute in History, along with NYS Historian Devin Lander. Roberts co-produced the recently released documentary Harnessing Nature: Building the Great Sacandaga, which chronicles the creation of the Sacandaga Reservoir. You can reach Lauren at lroberts@ saratogacountyny.gov

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Peter Bowden: Nature’s Promise with

Written & Photographed by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY

t’s amazing how the sight of fresh shoots from a when you remove the spent blossoms. Let them remain until they clump of daffodils that we planted last fall can finish charging up your “bulb batteries.” This is also the time to feed your bulbs. I like to use Espoma Bulb-Tone or Flower-Tone plant food lift our spirits after a long cold winter.

Planting bulbs in fall gives us a chance to thumb our noses at winter. It is an act of faith. By planting these bulbs, we are saying “I know that the next season will arrive a little brighter and better.” You may be planting flower bulbs, but you are really sowing Mother Nature’s promise that the dark days of winter will eventually pass….and finally they have! The first of the bulbs to flower are the tiny Snowdrops that bloom so early that they are often surrounded by the last of the melting snow. They are followed by other small varieties like crocus, scilla, chionodoxa, and muscari. Then, from mid April on, the show accelerates as the larger bulbs spring to life. Daffodils, tulips, and fragrant hyacinths all burst into flower in rapid succession. Finally the tall, stately spheres of the giant allium provide a grand finale. Every spring, I find myself wishing I’d planted even more bulbs the previous fall. Spring is when we need to take a couple of steps to insure that our bulbs grow stronger and larger so they will continue to flower in the future. Think of them as rechargeable batteries. They don’t store electricity but “growth energy.” When you buy bulbs and plant them in fall, they’re all “charged up” for you. The trick is knowing how to “recharge the battery” after they flower in spring. The “growth energy” stored in the bulb is quickly depleted during the all-out effort to flower in spring. After the flowers have finished, cut them off including the stem. This prevents the bulb from wasting “growth energy” producing seeds. Think of the bulb’s leaves as solar collectors that change sunlight into “growth energy” that is sent to the bulb below for storage. Don’t cut off these solar collectors

for this. Just poke holes around your larger bulbs and pour a little food into them or simply scratch the food into the soil around the smaller ones. Considering how much joy theses hardy bulbs provide, they are well worth the little effort they require.

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4 Thomas Anthony Bertino MALTA — Thomas Anthony Bertino, 97, passed peacefully Tuesday, March 1, 2022 surrounded by family. Calling hours are 10:30-11:30 a.m. March 8, 2022 at Burke Funeral Home followed by funeral home service, 11:30 a.m. Burial with military honors 12:30 p.m. at Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations: Myelodysplastic Burke & Bussing Syndromes Foundation Inc. Funeral Homes burkefuneralhome.com.

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Gone But Never Forgotten

Robin Mitchell

On Wednesday, February 23 at 7:15 p.m., with her loving children at her side, Robin Mitchell departed our world and returned to her heavenly Father. While her death certificate may list technical medical terms, those closest to her know she died of a broken heart. Three weeks prior, on January 28, Robin lost her lifelong companion, her best friend, and her devoted husband, Dave Mitchell. Their marriage was a lesson in devotion and selfless love; a real-life fairy tale filled with all the highs and lows of reality, but always accentuated by love. Robin was born on September 18, 1961, at Glens Falls Hospital. Rumor has it that when the doctor slapped her bottom, she slapped him back, setting the tone for her strong career in sales, management, and leadership. FAMILY Robin had many passions in life, and she embraced them all. She loved to pack up the family and travel. If you ever needed to know something about our region, or the great Northeast, you asked Robin. It seemed as though she had been everywhere and knew all the good ‘spots’ to eat, stay or sightsee. At home Robin loved to sing karaoke, usually with Dave at her side and her family filling the living room. For those of us who had the pleasure of being part of a karaoke sing-along, Robin’s cheek-to-cheek smile will be etched in our memories. PROFESSIONAL Robin spent most of her professional career in the media industry, first at The Saratogian, and then at Saratoga TODAY newspaper where she was integral in launching the company, and then acting as General Manager for the past 16 years. During her time at Saratoga TODAY, Robin was a mentor to many young employees fresh out of college. She also developed deep relationships throughout the business community, and helped many companies reach their sales goals. FAITH Like all of us, Robin struggled with her faults, but one thing never wavered: her faith in God. She was a true believer and honored our Lord. During her final few days, she spent some of her best times in communion with God. Robin was both brave and scared, sometimes at the same time, but she always surrendered it to Him. Robin was predeceased by her husband Dave Mitchell, mother Dorothy Hilpert Hensley, father Lester Hensley and father-in-law Robert J. Mitchell. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Beth Mitchell and Justin Reckner of Greenfield Center, James and Gemini Mitchell of Wilton, Carolina and Joe McMillan of Wilton; granddaughter Nadine Barton, also of Wilton; siblings Andrew and Carol Hensley of Winchester, VA; Debra and Tim Tiffin of Fort Worth, Texas; Daniel and Christi Hensley of Charlotte, N.C.; and her motherin-law, Virginia Mitchell of Keeseville, NY. Relatives and friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March Burke & Bussing 5 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Funeral Homes There will be a service at 11 a.m. Robin will be interred in Maplewood Cemetery in the spring, with her husband Dave. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

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COURT Wayne A. Aldrich, 54, of Ballston Spa, pleaded Feb. 28 to felony sexual abuse in the first-degree, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor, dating to charges in 2017 in Clifton Park. Sentencing May 2. Justin W. Jones, 30, of Malta, pleaded Feb. 24 to failure to register as a sex offender. Sentencing May 2. Peter Brossa, 44, of Clifton Park, pleaded Feb. 24 to possessing sexual performance by a child. Sentencing May 2. Alexander G. Knapp, 31, of Altamont, pleaded Feb. 24 to felony DWI, in Clifton Park. Yasuan Cureton, 26, of Albany, was sentenced Feb. 22 to 2 to 4 years incarceration, after pleading to felony criminal possession of a weapon, first charged in Saratoga Springs November 2019. Michael R. Zakrzewski, 44, of Hadley, was found guilty by trial jury on Feb. 24, of all counts considered, according to a press release issued by Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen. The charges included: kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment, witness tampering,

two counts strangulation, and three counts each criminal contempt, and aggravated family offense. According to Heggen, the jury found that on Nov. 30, 2020 in the town of Day, Zakrzewski strangled and assaulted a female victim when she attempted to leave his residence and subsequently abducted her and held her overnight to avoid police. After his arrest, he repeatedly called her to persuade her not to testify against him, or to recant her story. Sentencing is May 2. Christine A. Keser, 45, of Milton, pleaded Feb. 28 to felony criminal sale of a controlled substance. Sentencing May 2. Jeremy Molnar, 27, of Greenfield, was sentenced Feb. 25 to two to six years in state prison, after pleading to vehicular assault in the first-degree. Molnar admitted he caused serious physical injury to another person in May 2021 while operating a motor vehicle when his blood-alcohol content was above the legal limit, and knowing his driving privileges in New York had been suspended. Gina M. Battista, 30, of Gansevoort, was sentenced Feb. 22 to 2 years incarceration and 1 year post-release supervision after

BLOTTER 5 pleading to attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, and 1 to 3 years incarceration after pleading to a felony charge of hindering prosecution. Both counts initially charged in Wilton. Sentences to run concurrently. Joseph O. Goldson, 22, of Glens Falls, was sentenced Feb. 22 to 1-1/2 to 3 years incarceration, after pleading to felony aggravated family offense, in Halfmoon. Michael D. Redd, 19, of Mechanicville, pleaded Feb. 25 to felony burglary, in Stillwater. Sentencing May 6. Bryan M. Brust, 32, of Ballston Spa, was sentenced Feb. 25 to 5 years of probation, after pleading to felony burglary.

POLICE Paul F. Haggerty, 39, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 23 with promoting prison contraband in the first degree, tampering with physical evidence – both felonies, and one misdemeanor count promoting prison contraband in the second degree. Haggerty is accused of possessing a battery, tobacco and pencil while an inmate at Saratoga County Jail, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office.

Allison L. Bechtold, 45, of Albany, was charged Feb. 21 with aggravated DWI after allegedly striking from behind a state police troop car while it sat occupied by two troopers stopped at a traffic light on Vischer Ferry Road at the intersection of Crescent Road in the town of Halfmoon. Bryan Smith, 34, of Albany, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb.14 with two counts grand larceny. Edward Iannone, 40, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 15 with criminal possession of a controlled substance, and of a narcotic drug. Marian McCaskill, 48, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 15 with second-degree harassment. Scot Boylan, 25, of Milton, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 15 with assault, and act in manner injure child.

Marquasia Howard, 28, of Albany, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb.16 with criminal possession of a controlled substance. Thomas Mabb, 25, of Galway, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 16 with aggravated unlicensed operation, and speeding. Briani Miller, 29, of Castletonon-the-Hudson, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 16 with aggravated unlicensed operation, and operating an unr3egistered vehicle. Randy Weber, 32, of Albany, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 16 with criminal mischief. Angela Saran, 48, of Ballston Lake, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 18 with DWI, and fail to use designated lane.

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Nuance Celebrates 15th Stewart’s Shops Anniversary With Special Releases Statement on Mailing to Guests Snake Hill Project SARATOGA LAKE — Stewart’s Shops has decided to withdraw the application to build four homes on 30 acres of Snake Hill due to the need for a 24’ wide road that has generated much greater construction costs than anticipated. The Towns and their Planning Boards have done an excellent job of balancing “preservation with progress” and have regulations on drainage, tree cutting, access, etc. that prelude most of the development problems people perceive. Due to the hill’s shape and steep sides, which come from layers of shale that were tipped up vertically and can be seen from the water, this area has remained undeveloped. The rest

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Holly Garofalo, Owner of Nuance, A Boutique Salon.

MALTA — While salon owner Holly Garofalo would have typically held a celebration to commemorate this important milestone, this year – with COVID concerns still on many minds – she had to get creative. Instead, she decided to use the money budgeted for a big event to express the salon’s immense gratitude for their guests, in $15 increments, and encourage them to spread gratitude in their own communities. “I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our 15th birthday. The state of the world still feels off for so many guests, and it seemed like the perfect opportunity to spread some kindness and encourage others to pass it on,” said Garofano. “It’s been really fun watching how our guests are using the $15 to bring a little joy

to others. Some have matched our gift and made donations of food to animal shelters and food pantries, others have brought breakfast to our frontline workers or supported local causes. All of which goes back to our goal of giving back to our community.” The packages sent to guests titled “Hearts of Gratitude” contain a note from the salon with their expression of thanks, $15 in honor of the 15th anniversary, and a note for them to leave behind for the recipient of their choice. Nuance, A Boutique Salon is a full-service salon located at 513 Route 67, Malta. To schedule an appointment or for more information, visit their website at www.nuanceboutiquesalon.com or call 518-400-1575.

of the lakes has progressed dramatically over the last 50 years. The Sewer District corrected a serious water problem and 25’ lots with seasonal camps were transitioned into attractive yearround homes. “We had hoped to construct four attractive homes on 30 acres that would’ve had very minimal visual impact and may have symbolized the tremendous progress the lake has made over the past 50 years,” said Bill Dake, Stewart’s Shops Chairman of the Board. “Some say Saratoga Lake has been overdeveloped, but I would encourage you to drive around the lake today, with the leaves off the trees, and you will see, there is still so much to be done.”

Shaker Pointe to Host Cyber Safety Seminar for Seniors WATERVILET — Shaker Pointe, an active living community for individuals 55 and older, is hosting a seminar for tech-savvy seniors, “Cyber Safety, How to Keep Safe in a Connected World,” on March 29 in the Founders Room. Residents at Shaker Pointe are more connected to technology now than ever, utilizing the internet for a variety of purposes including keeping in touch with family, accessing the resident portal, competing in online bowling

leagues, and streaming movies. The cyber safety seminar will feature Center for Internet Security Vice President of Operations James Globe. The Center is a local community-driven nonprofit whose mission is to make the connected world a safer place. Globe’s presentation will cover best practices for safely browsing the web and online shopping, the importance of passwords, email safety, and keeping cellphones and other electronic devices protected.

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Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Cancel Annual Dinner SARATOGA SPRINGS — Due to ongoing concerns regarding COVID-19, the Saratoga Springs chapter of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick will be canceling their annual dinner held on March 17. The group is a fraternal organization that meets once a year on St. Patrick’s Day to honor the patron saint of Ireland and raise money for local Catholic Charitable Organizations. The 2022 officers are: President Chris Spratt, Vice President Steve Sherwin, Treasurer Mike D’Arcy, Secretary Ryan Dennis, and Past President and Keeper of the Shillelagh Mark Philips. The chapter’s 2022 goal is to make donations to their Charities through contributions from The

Board of Governors and sponsored dinner guests. Many cities throughout the country have chapters of the society, including Albany and Troy. One of the first chapters of the society was founded in post-revolutionary war New York City by Irish American Daniel McCormick. The purpose of the society was to help impoverished and displaced immigrants who had arrived in New York in the wake of the British evacuation. The first meeting of the New York City chapter was held in 1784 at Cape’s Tavern. The Philadelphia Friendly Sons of St. Patrick is believed to be the first chapter of the society and was founded in 1771. For more information visit friendlysons.com.

$400K Donation from Sarah B. Foulke Fund Helps Wellspring Counter Wave Of Domestic Violence SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Sarah B. Foulke Charitable Fund donated $400,000 to help Wellspring ensure privacy and special services for domestic abuse and sexual assault survivors at its Support Center, a dedicated wing of the new Wellspring building in Malta, off Northway Exit 12. Wellspring’s Sarah B. Foulke Support Center has a separate private entrance, parking area and waiting room. Abuse victims can access Wellspring client services safely and with complete confidentiality. To ensure client security, the Support Center entrance has a receptionist and full security system, including a panic button to call the police should an emergency arise, and locked doors that

separate it from the more public areas of the Wellspring building. The pandemic has propelled a rise in domestic abuse. The number of domestic violence incidents in Saratoga County in 2021 rose 22% over the five-year average, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office. Wellspring helps domestic and sexual abuse survivors according to their specific need. Someone escaping violence late at night with children may need immediate shelter. A sexual assault victim may need accompaniment and a ride to a hospital. All may need help rebuilding their lives. Sarah B. Foulke, a Saratoga Springs attorney and member of Soroptimist International of

Saratoga County, volunteered for Project Hope and Power, Wellspring’s financial literacy program designed to help clients learn how to be financially independent. Wellspring’s 24/7 hotline provides immediate advice and assistance. Anyone who finds themselves in an abusive situation at home can call Wellspring’s hotline for advice or immediate assistance, 24 hours per day, seven days a week: 518-584-8188. The Wellspring Sarah B. Foulke Support Center is open Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and after-hours for classes like Project Hope and Power. Wellspring serves all of Saratoga County. For more information visit wellspringcares.org.

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Developer Eyes South Broadway for Multi-Unit Townhome Project

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

Phila Street Revive 65 Campaign Receives $50K Contribution

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A multi-family residential project under consideration by the Planning Board next week seeks to develop multiple townhomes along the so-called Gateway to the City on South Broadway. Located on the west side of Broadway opposite the Washington Inn, a revised site plan for the project at 120 South Broadway was submitted to the city in February. The proposal was first submitted to the city in April 2021 by developer Stephen Ethier. The South Broadway property currently consists of a 64-room motel, and according to those initial plans the project sought the development of 29 townhouses and 12 multi-family residential units on 2.75 acres. The Planning Board will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at Saratoga Springs City Hall. Additional applications under consideration include: 68 Weibel Avenue: Renewable special use permit to maintain existing non-residential units and a Site Plan Review. Applicant Gary Stone is proposing to operate and

Site Plan Revised Concept Plans for proposed development at 120 South Broadway. Image provided.

maintain existing mixed land uses on a 22.5-acre parcel on Weibel Avenue and a portion of a 40-acre parcel. The applicant is seeking to “cure” land use and zoning violations identified by the city regarding an existing golfing driving range, clubhouse and boat storage with the application for a Special Use permit. 90 Catherine Street: Subdivision: Coordinated

SEQRA review and advisory opinion to the ZBA for an area variance associated with a proposed two-lot subdivision. 143 West Circular Street: Coordinated SEQRA review and advisory opinion to the ZBA for an area variance associated with a proposed two-lot subdivision of existing 0.32 acres into two single-family residential lots of 0.16 acres.

65 Phila Street. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation announced it has received a $50,000 contribution from The Carruth Foundation, a Texas-based organization, to help underwrite the rehabilitation of 65 Phila Street, the long-neglected Alexander A. Patterson House. The Preservation Foundation purchased the 1851 Italianate residence last May to preserve the building that had been on the Foundation’s endangered list since its inception in 1998. “The Carruth Foundation does not normally make donations to out-of-state projects. But we believe the Phila Street rehabilitation is very important to maintaining the history and integrity of Saratoga Springs and all it represents,” said Zane and Brady Carruth, in a statement. The Carruths, who live in Texas, started coming to Saratoga Springs because of the Saratoga Race Course. They purchased a historic residence in the city because they fell in love with its history and architecture. “With overwhelming generosity from the Carruth Foundation, individuals, and businesses, thus far we have raised nearly $150,000 in donations and grants, which is half of our $300,000 goal,” said Samantha Bosshart, Executive Director of SSPF.

Irish immigrant Alexander A. Patterson built the house at 65 Phila Street in 1851. His listed professions included builder, architect, and later owner of the Patterson Mineral Spring Pavilion located at 22, 24, and 26 Phila Street. The Patterson family remained in the home for 90 years. Later, the Congregation Bais Moishe, Inc. in Brooklyn owned 65 Phila Street for more than 30 years, using it as a summer residence. It is believed that at one time there was a mikveh, a Jewish ritual bath, located on the property. The house is important because of its associations with early development of the city, spring waters, and the Jewish community. The Foundation will remove the challenges associated with the building - environmental remediation, structural stabilization - and complete an exterior restoration so that it can be sold to a future owner who will complete the interior and serve as a good steward of the home. Any potential proceeds raised from the sale of the property will be reinvested a future preservation project that will benefit the community. To support the Foundation’s efforts to Revive 65 by making a donation or becoming a member, visit www.saratogapreservation. org or call 518-587-5030.

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

NEWS

CAROLINE STREET AFTER DARK continued from front page... Highlighted by a spate of arrests and charges related to violent acts over the past few months, there is an increased focus on activities on Caroline Street after dark. Whether detrimental activities are actually on the rise or are a perceived reality as a result of a vibrant social age is one point of debate. Some information may soon be forthcoming with the pending release of the city’s Department of Public Safety annual report. And while it will not provide a block-by-block examination of police-related activity during the 2021 calendar year, it is anticipated to contain the number of calls for service and arrests to provide data that may serve as a comparison to previous years of reported activity. Are things more active in terms of arrests today than has been the case in the past? “It’s a good question,” says Public Safety Commissioner Jim Montagnino. “We’re just putting the finishing touches on our annual report, so I don’t know the answer. I suspect if there is an uptick it’s a relatively minor one, but it’s been getting more attention, and because it’s been getting more attention the perception is that there’s more happening.” Over a five-year period between 2016-2020, the city had averaged approximately 30,500 calls for service, 1,290 arrests, and 28.33 incidents involving uses of force per year, according to the city of Saratoga Springs Police Department 2020 year-end report, which was released February 2021. THAT WAS THEN After a 20-year run, the brakes were pumped on the annual Caroline Street Block Party after the year-2000 gathering saw an expected crowd of 5,000 grow to approximately three times that size. A number of customers at Gaffney’s required treatment at Saratoga Hospital after a bottle-throwing incident. Some partiers were witnessed climbing construction scaffolding downtown. Others simply had passed out, according to published reports. Despite organizers’ claims that only a small number of people caused the majority of the problems, city officials stepped in to caution that changes needed to be made. “We want to change the focus a

little bit,” then-Gaffney’s Restaurant owner and member of the Caroline Street Association John Baker told The Saratogian at the time, announcing the annual gathering would be moving to a jazz and blues festival format. “This will attract a different kind of crowd. We want to take it away from a rock-and-roll focus,” said Baker. More recently, there have been periodic attempts to change the city bar closing times to earlier in the evening. A decade ago, then-Public Safety Commissioner Chris Mathiesen had designs to change the last call in the city from 4 a.m. to 3 a.m. in the aftermath of a Caroline Street brawl that involved hundreds of people and resulted in several arrests and injuries to a handful of city police officers. Similarly citing public safety concerns last summer, then-Commissioner Robin Dalton attempted to move a measure that would change the closing time from 4 a.m. to 2 a.m. “I am personally worried about the safety of my police officers every night when they go out, especially between those hours and the safety of the people coming to enjoy our nightlife,” Dalton told the council last August. The City Council adopted a resolution to do so, but the measure also requires the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors as well as the State Liquor Authority to be on board. “I wouldn’t change anything about downtown Caroline Street as far as hours,” says Zack Lynch, a photojournalist, and local resident for 45 years. “Closing bars earlier is not going to help. It’s not as if shaving an hour off is going to help anything. People will still be there. They’ll just be getting out earlier and causing the same problems.” Since September, Lynch has spent a considerable amount of time in the late-night and early-morning hours downtown capturing street images along Caroline Street. “Downtown Saratoga as far as I can tell is the same as it has ever been Sunday to Thursday. Friday is a typical busy night, but on Saturday that intersection of Caroline Street and Putnam late at night is just chaos. It’s something different than it’s ever been,” says Lynch. Bypassing his traditional photo equipment, Lynch has been using phone cams and dashboard cams to capture the street footage.

What began as a project initiated as a recovery exercise following a car accident in which he was seriously injured manifested into a decision to use art to help a social issue, he says. “I’ve been down there for 24 weekends. I’ve seen three stabbing victims, six assault victims. I’ve seen eight people on the ground, some bleeding, unconscious. I’ve seen over 20 ambulances. I counted them,” Lynch says. “As Saratogians we know that there’s a Track Season, and then there’s an Off Season – when there‘s not the chaos, the overload of business, the tourists; when we all get to relax and go back to normal. When they leave we get our town back. Now on Saturday nights in Saratoga we lose our town again.” The footage he shares

9 pinpoints an increase of activity at the crossroads of Caroline and Putnam streets at about 3 a.m., when crowds spill onto the street at closing time, filling much of the thoroughfare with revelers overseen by a handful of police officers. Much of the problem, he says, begins: “When they close the doors to say the night’s over.” “The police are light-handed and even-tempered. I can’t find one shred of bad cops and I’ve watched them make so many arrests. I’m watching them too,” Lynch says. “And the owners of the places who I know are stand-up people there for the long haul and there for the community. The chaos is pretty much located to one day a week. It’s just one thing, but it makes it all look bad.” SEEKING REASONS, EXPLORING SOLUTIONS “We’re certainly working with a goal in mind to have more

officers present,” says Public Safety Commissioner Jim Montagnino. “We’re looking into trying to maximize the number of officers who are physically present.” Montagnino has heard the commentary from some in the local community pointing to outof-town visitors as the cause of Saturday late-night problems. “We are Saratoga. We’ve got the reputation of being a party place where folks from out-oftown come to visit. It doesn’t surprise me that we have large groups of people who come from out of town and so the people getting involved in incidents as victims or as perpetrators – there’s a good possibility they’re going to be from out of town,” he says. “My recollection (however) is that there were also a few serious incidents in recent years where the perpetrators and the victims were locals.” continues to page 10...

NEWS

CAROLINE STREET AFTER DARK continued from page 9... Montagnino, who became Public Safety Commissioner on Jan. 1, has received some public push-back regarding recent comments he made that were published in The Gazette regarding late-night disturbances on Caroline Street. “What I’m told is that there are some unsavory characters who enjoy the gangster rap, and late on a Saturday night tempers sometimes flare,” the commissioner said in the article, which was published in February. This week, Montagnino apologized for making those comments. “I’ve heard what people have said. I’m 66 years old and I think I’m mature enough to know when I’ve made a mistake, and this is certainly one of those times,” Montagnino said during the March 1 City Council meeting. “I

apologize if I insulted or offended anyone. That was not my intent.” He subsequently went on to explain what had initiated his commentary by reciting the lyrics of “Shake That,” a 2005 song by Eminem and Nate Dogg. “I’m not excusing what I said, I just want to give a little background,” the commissioner continued. “’If you don’t have a weapon just pick up a rock’ – that’s a lyric in the song… my belief, and I might be wrong, is under certain circumstances (identified as drinking alcohol and lacking sound judgement) people might act when encouraged by violent language.” Commentary uttered from the space in the room where the public was seated suggested he probably should have quit while he was ahead. The city’s Department of Public Safety is slated to release its annual report on March 14.

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

S A R AT O G A S P R I N G S :

Sales Tax Surges continued from front page... • The council set a Public Hearing regarding traffic mitigation measures in the Caroline Street School vicinity to be held just prior to the next council meeting on March 15. Some traffic control ordinances under consideration that will require council vote include reducing the speed limit, extending the oneway street corridor, and installing No Parking and No Standing signs on existing poles. Tuesday night, the council was in agreement over one temporary measure not requiring ordinance passage – that is - prohibiting vehicle traffic in front of the school altogether during student drop-off and pick-up times. That measure is expected to be

implemented on a temporary basis prior to the March 15 meeting. • The City Council is expected to vote at its March 15 meeting to extend an “outdoor dining” measure first approved in 2020 to alleviate space restrictions implemented during the pandemic. The measure is undergoing re-writes and a Public Hearing will be held in advance of the vote, later that same night. The measure is anticipated to permit eating & drinking establishments to serve patrons outdoors through November 2024. Some of the potential points under consideration include specifying an application process through the Department of Accounts for licensed eating and drinking establishment to obtain permits and establishing a committee on outdoor dining to provide recommendations. Permit holders will be responsible for clean-up and disposing of garbage and debris in their allocated outdoor space. Restrictions include that no music may be played at any time; smoking is also prohibited. A schedule of fees, which is currently

being prepared, will be presented prior to each season. • Mayor Ron Kim announced that the inaugural meeting of the Infrastructure Committee will take place this week. The designation of the committee was one of Kim’s first acts as mayor and is tasked with organizing a priority list of needed city infrastructure projects in advance of the pending arrival of federal funds targeting regional infrastructure projects. Each council member proposed staff appointments to the committee, which has former Saratoga Springs Mayor Joanne Yepsen as its chairperson. • A Public Hearing regarding 2022 Water and Sewer Rates and some potential increases will take place prior to the next council meeting on March 15. • A third Public Hearing regarding the potential formation of a civilian police review board was held on March 1. An ordinance is anticipated to be presented to the council on April 5, said Public Safety Commissioner Jim Montagnino.

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Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Margaret Fidler sold property at 92 Westside Dr to Kevin Finn for $165,000.

GALWAY

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BALLSTON Stephen Walsh sold property at 105 Lake Hill Rd to Kingsley Corner LLC for $1,750,000 Mandy Mabee sold property at 82 Middleline Rd to Charlie Dilorenzo for $347,319. Lucas Jones sold property at 945 Rt 67 to Brian Mulvey for $176,000. Brenton Smith sold property at 12 Van Vorst Dr to Gregg and Little LLC for $171,000. Traditional Home Builders sold property at 26 Mallory Way to Patrick Harrison for $473,506. Craig Asselin sold property at 73 Lancaster Ct to Gregory Henzel for $397,500. BDC Cornerstone LLC sold property at 49 Anthony Pl to Laura Nigro for $270,285. Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 49 Timber Creek Dr to Michael Doyle for $509,980.

Eric Stevens sold property at 5800 Lake Rd to John Davey for $575,000.

MALTA Florence Austin sold property at 31 Snowberry Rd to Henri Mazeres for $250,000. Chad Hicock sold property at 213 Van Aernem Rd to Adam King for $275,000 Connor Bertoldo sold property at 475 Malta Ave to Tucker Bonow for $300,000

John Gunther sold property at 160 Cemetery Rd to Jacob Ingram for $137,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS West Ave Development LLC sold property at 116 West Ave Unit 301 to Cheryl Aviloi for $622,971 Michael Speranza sold property at 21 Sunset Dr to Eve Megtert for $285,000 Spencers Landing LLC sold property at 26 Julians Way to Erica Aisner for $832,329. William Walker Jr. sold property at 6 Karen Dr to Robert Woods for $275,000.

Malta Land Company LLC sold property at 8 Yachtsmans Way to Robert Meyer $714,033

Charlann Charland sold property at 106 Spring St Unit 7 to Je4an Brown for $512,000.

Eric Magnano sold property at 79 Pepperbush Pl to Sean Wanser for $204,900.

Luciano Properties sold property at 16 Jenna Jo Ave to Dylan Collett for $200,000.

Barbara Sherwood sold property at 1D Applewood Dr. to Joanna Duncan for $365,000

Regatta View LLC sold property at 19 Dartmouth Way to Davis Fitzgibbons for $684,597.

James Ricciardone sold property at 17 May Apple Way to Katherine Dariano $345,000

SARATOGA Rachel Licciardi sold property at 1402 NYS Rt 9P to Nicholas McGrady for $475,000 Heidi Eustis sold property at 13 Jay St to Adam Santiago for $139,900

Bari Bannister sold property at 2 Tompion Lane to Marcia Hunter for $262,000. Dwayne Hazel sold property at 9 Casino Dr to Scott Waite for $309,000. 128 Henry Building LLC sold property at 128 Henry St Unit 405 to Vince Lamore for $1,028,000.

BGH Holdings LLC sold property at Nelson Ave to EC Nelson Ave LLC for $310,000. Nicholas McGrady sold property at 54 Oak St to Benjamin Norford for $373,000.

11 WILTON Lawrence Devivo sold property at 16 Kings Rd to Joel Osborne for $859,000. Darlene O’Connell sold property at 106 Ruggles Rd to Elizabeth Menteur for $372,500.

BUSINESS

Prosperity Partnership Sent Packing continued from front page... Over the years, the Prosperity Partnership has tried to rive the SEDC, which is ran by business leaders from the private sector. After reportedly spending over $5 million in taxpayer’s money, the Partnership brought fewer than 60 jobs to the region. Whereas the SEDC reportedly received just over $250,000 from taxpayers and brought over 1,000 jobs to the region in the 6-year period from 2013 to 2019. In 2019, the SEDC signed an annual contract to resume working with the county. “We have worked very hard the last couple of years to build consensus on economic development initiatives while focusing on the needs of our community and maintaining the evolution,” stated SEDC President Dennis Brobston on behalf of the organization. “We learned a tremendous amount about

alternative ways to do economic development. SEDC took a very hard look at the way we do business and found ways to improve. Brobston added, “We focused our efforts on diversifying the business community in Saratoga County and working with our partners such as the three IDA’s [Industrial Development Agency] and all of the town boards. We have been working for business in Saratoga County since 1978 and we don’t expect to stop anytime soon”. The Prosperity Partnership will finish out their consulting contract with Tim Dunn of Dunn Strategies (Malta) in the month of March; all remaining business will be handled by the county’s planning and economic development department. Check out the full story next week on Saratoga Business Report (www. saratogabusinessreport.com).

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

Yana Yoga Announces Change in Ownership with March Promotion by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY MALTA — Yana Yoga announces a new owner along with a promotion for new clients interested in the benefits of yoga. Amber LaPointe and Samantha Lyman each have 13+ years of experience practicing and teaching yoga. After founding Yana Yoga 12 years ago, Amber hit all the milestones she was hoping to accomplish with the studio and was looking to step down from the ownership role when she created a post on Facebook along the lines of – “Want to own a yoga studio?” Samantha Lyman responded, and after 9 months of ironing out the details, she became the new owner of Yana as of Feb. 1. Amber will continue to stay on at Yana teaching classes. The studio has many offerings including Beginner, Gentle to Moderate, and Restorative Yoga classes, along with Reiki Healing, Inner Alignment Coaching, and Intuitive Tarot Readings. Restorative Yoga and Reiki Healing are very popular at the studio right now as their goal is physical, mental, and emotional relaxation, which has become a focus for people following the pandemic.

Samantha Lyman, Yana’s new owner and Amber LaPointe, founder of Yana. Photo provided.

Yana Yoga is running a 50% off promotion for 1 month of unlimited in-person and online yoga classes for new clients or clients who have not been to Yana for at least 6 months. The allaccess pass, originally $99, will be available for $49 from March 1 to March 7 only. To get the pass and

start signing up for classes, clients will need to create an account on Yana Yoga’s website (www.yanayoga.net) and enter promo code WELCOME2022 when signing up for a class. Read the full story on Saratoga Business Report (www. saratogabusinessreport.com).

BUSINESS

Why You Knead to Try West Ave. Pizza

Mohawk Auto Streamlines Operations

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Family-owned and operated West Ave. Pizza started from scratch last summer and is already a staple in the Saratoga restaurant scene. Owner Mario Cardenas and family have over 20+ years of experience working in the pizza biz. Moving from the Niskayuna/ Schenectady area to Saratoga, they were looking for a spot to open their own restaurant when they came across the space at 99 West Ave, in the West Hill Plaza. West Ave Pizza opened in June 2021. “We spent time looking for the perfect place that already had what we needed to be successful,” said Mario. “You can’t get any better than Saratoga.” Mario is very fond of this small city, describing it as melting pot for New Yorkers who converge here, especially during the summers. He says that the wide range of customers, including those from New York City who are familiar with good pizza, makes it easy and fun to share his quality meals, including classic favorites like their pepperoni pies, homemade dough, and fresh bread baked daily. They have also acquired the space next door, formally Wings Over Saratoga, to open West Ave. Chicken, where the goal is to incorporate more Latin cuisine to what they offer. The crew at West Ave. Pizza have spent a little less than a year now building up their reputation,

West Ave. Pizza. Photo by Jaynie Ellis.

a lot of help came from none other than Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy, who did a pizza review of the business shortly after they opened last summer. After learning that Mario was a fan of Portnoy, the community sent messages to him on social media to do one of his famous pizza reviews for his One Bite App when he visited Saratoga during the racing season. It was storming, the shop had been without A/C for four days, had been without power for most of the afternoon, and was just getting ready to call it quits for the evening when an order came through. Mario was shocked when Portnoy walked in to pick it up. Scoring the pizza off only one bite like he does for all his other reviews, hence the name of the app, Portnoy gave it a 7.3; a high score that Mario said he doesn’t usually give outside of NYC. Portnoy is also well-known

in the Saratoga area for saving The Parting Glass on Lake Ave. through The Barstool Fund, a charity he started to help small restaurants and bars to stay open. Throughout the years, the Barstool Fund has raised over $23 million dollars towards its efforts. “I can tell its super fresh, good quality pizza,” said Portnoy in his review. “More importantly – awesome dude, 20 years in the pizza biz., finally gets his own spot. So, if you’re in Saratoga give it a shot.” West Ave Pizza is dine-in, take-out, or delivery. Their menu includes a wide variety of pizzas, pastas, subs, and more. Call 518581-9999 or place an order through Grubhub or Slice. West Ave. Pizza uses their own drivers to ensure that your pizza will be hot and fresh when it arrives. Find West Ave. Pizza on Facebook to view their full menu. Hours are Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

SCHENECTADY — Mohawk Auto Group is streamlining operations at their used car dealership, Mohawk Auto Center, by relocating employees to partnering dealerships, Mohawk Honda and Mohawk Chevrolet. The group is confident this move will strengthen efficiencies during a tight labor market. “By relocating employees to our other dealerships, it will greatly improve operations, as well as fill open positions to ensure we provide the highest level of customer service to our community,” said Steve Haraden,

President, Mohawk Auto Center. The Auto Center offers low prices and competitive rates on used cars while also housing a finance department in partnership with J&S Auto Credit, Inc., which will continue to provide services at the State Street location for easy payment of outstanding vehicle loans. Current loan holders are expected to continue regular payments through this location. The Auto Center stopped the sale of vehicles on March 1, 2022. Employees will relocate to Mohawk Honda and Mohawk Chevrolet on April 1, 2022.

EDUCATION

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

Governor Hochul Lifts Mask Mandate for Schools, Childcare Centers by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY NEW YORK — In a press conference on Feb. 27, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the statewide mask mandate would be lifted in schools, childcare centers, and school buses effective Wednesday, March 2. Governor Hochul’s announcement follows changes made Feb. 25 to the metrics used by the CDC to determine risk and transmission levels in communities and was based on the analysis of recent COVID-19 data trends. Masks will be optional for students, educators, and visitors, while other mitigation strategies should remain in place. “With more New Yorkers getting vaccinated, and the steady decline over the past several weeks in cases and hospitalizations from Omicron, we are now entering a new phase of the pandemic. Because New Yorkers have stepped up, we can confidently remove the statewide mask requirement in our schools,” said Governor Hochul. Superintendents of Saratoga

County school districts have released statements on their respective district websites addressing the new guidance, as it came the day prior to students returning from winter recess. Dr. Michael Patton, Superintendent of Schools of the Saratoga Springs City School District further explained the new metrics: “It is no longer the CDC’s recommendation that masks be required in areas with a low or medium community rate, and Saratoga County’s community level is currently categorized as ‘low.’ Adding, “Governor Hochul clarified that recommendations regarding mask wearing in schools and on school buses in counties with high community rates will be at the discretion of local Departments of Health. Saratoga County is not requiring face masks after the state mandate is lifted on March 2. Along with Dr. Patton, Ballston Spa Central School District Superintendent of Schools, Ken Slentz, and Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Patrick McGrath, expressed that they will not

tolerate any bullying or harassment towards those who still choose to wear a mask. “As everyone eases back into school routines with the state’s mask mandate, it’s important to remember that masks are optional. And according to data from the parent, staff, and student surveys, there will likely be

students and staff who wish to continue to wear a mask/face covering beyond Wednesday, March 2,” stated BH-BL Superintendent McGrath. “This decision is perfectly acceptable and welcome at BH-BL, bullying or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.” For community members

in the BSCSD, Superintendent Slentz shared a link on the district’s website (www.bscsd.org) to a FAQ on Changes to NYS Mask Mandate and reminded families that they should be discussing the new guidance/options with their students as we navigate through this next phase.

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Saratoga Music Department Practice-A-Thon! SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Music Department will hold a Practice-A-Thon during the month of March. From March 1 to March 31, band and orchestra students are invited to keep track of their practice time and to ask their parents, family, and friends to sponsor them by making a donation. All proceeds will be donated to Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Franklin Community Center. Community members may sponsor a musician or make a donation to support the Practice-A-Thon at www.fomtoga.org/practiceathon.

North Country Author Publishes Book on Education Strategies NEW YORK — Educators have the power to making learning more meaningful for students, Potsdam-based author Don Mesibov says in his newly released book, “Helping Students Take Control of Their Own Learning.” “Helping Students Take Control of Their Own Learning” includes 279 ways for educators to implement student-centered learning. These include strategies to engage students and help them develop skills such as decision making, problem solving, and teamwork. Mesibov and his longtime colleague and collaborator, Dan Drmacich explain how through student-centered/social emotional (SEL) learning, educators can help students grow into critically thinking, creative, problem-solving, productive adults. “Why do so many kids hate English, social studies, math, or science? Because they find the subjects boring. But if you can teach through current events, through issues students find relevant, you can engage them,” said Mesibov. Mesibov and Drmacich have more than one hundred years of

combined experience in education. Mesibov worked at a school for emotionally disturbed children, was a middle school English teacher, taught course on constructivism at local colleges, and worked for a teachers’ union. In 1995, he founded Institute for Learning Centered on Education, an organization that offers weeklong summer professional development opportunities for educators. Rochester-based Drmacich was principal of the nationally renowned School Without Walls in Rochester for 23 years and a member of the New York State Performance Standards Consortium, which requires performance-based assessments and demonstrated proficiency for graduation, rather than standardized tests. He is co-founder and coordinator of Rochester Coalition for Public Education, and organization focused on researchbased progressive school reform and social justice. “It’s very difficult for teachers to take the risk of trying different things when they’re already being patted on the back for teaching the way they’ve always taught,” said Mesibov. “We

need administrators willing to support teachers, to tell them they want them to try new things.” “Research shows that kids who experience this type of education stay in college longer and once they leave school, are more active and effective, and experience greater career satisfaction,” added Drmacich. “This book addresses the bottom-line question: What skills do kids need to become active, responsible citizens?” Copies of “Helping Students Take Control of Their Own Learning” are available for preorder online at: bit.ly/3heJXwq.

Local High School Teams Competing in the National Science Bowl CAPITAL REGION — Thousands of students from middle and high schools across the country have committed themselves to extra study hours as they prepare to compete in the Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) 32nd National Science Bowl® (NSB). Teams from four local high schools are set to compete – Bethlehem, Burnt HillsBallston Lake, Colonie, and Shenendehowa. Each team is composed of four students, one alternate, and a teacher who serves as an advisor and coach. The competitions start this month, with teams facing off in a fast-paced, question-and-answer format, testing the students on a range of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, Earth science, physics, energy, and math. The winning team from each of the middle and high schools from the virtual regional competitions will compete in the National Finals. Teams will receive at least $500 and up to $2,500 for first place, to use for their school’s STEM activities.

Today, the NSB annually draws more than 14,700 middle and high school competitors. The Department of Energy Office of Science manages the National Science Bowl® and sponsors the finals competition. More information about regionals can be found on the NSB Homepage at science.osti.gov/wdts/nsb. For more information on the DOE, visit www.energy.gov/science.

SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

SUMMER CAMP SPOTLIGHT

UNPLUG & GET DIRTY!

Kids&Clay Summer Fun Week 1 – July 11-15 AM – Under the Sea PM – Wheel Throwing Boot Camp Week 2 - July 18-22 AM – Garden Sculptures PM – Wheel & Raku Week 3 - July 25-29 AM – Clay Castles AM & PM – Wheel Throwing Boot Camp Week 4 - August 1-5 AM – All things Dinosaurs PM – Wheel Throwing Boot Camp

SCHOOL’S OUT, SUMMER’S HERE, IT’S TIME TO RAMP UP THE FUN AT SARATOGA CLAY ARTS CENTER! Summer 2022 brings an exciting series of clay programs for ages 6-16, taught by professional local artists/ teachers and ranging in themes and techniques. Camps are open to all skill levels, beginning and up. Pinch pots, slab projects, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques come together to provide each student with exciting new experiences, new skills and their clay creations to take home to use and share with friends and family. What could be better than playing with clay all summer?! Come unplug, make art, and make friends. Choose from several themed half-day week-long summer camps, with the option to put morning and afternoon camps together for a full day experience! Classes run July 11 – August 26. Come for one week or all seven. Visit Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s website at www.saratogaclayarts.org for more details on programs, registration dates, fee details, and while you are there, take some time to check out the rest of their site see all that is happening at the center.

Registration Begins February 15! Get Ready for Some Messy, Exhilarating, Creative Fun This Summer! SARATOGA CL AY ARTS CENTER 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871 518-581-CLAY (2529) • info@saratogaclayarts.org

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Week 5 - August 8-12 AM – Tea for Two AM & PM – Wheel Throwing Boot Camp Week 6 - August 15-19 AM - Let’s Go to Mexico! AM & PM – Wheel Throwing Boot Camp Week 7 - August 22-26 AM - Woodland Sprites & Fairies PM – Wheel Throwing Boot Camp

Food

Week of March 4 – March 10, 2022

Eating Fresh & Flavorful in the Winter

Saratoga Apple

Roasted Beet & Apple Salad

WITH HONEY DIJON VINAIGRETTE

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

Written & Photographed by Marisa Kerkvliet for Saratoga TODAY

e probably all have memories of the farmers’ market during the summer months. Tables stacked full of brightly colored fruits and vegetables and bustling aisles full of customers.

YIELDS: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

During the winter, the farmers’ market might not be the first place you think to go on a Saturday morning. If you have yet to venture into the winter market, you may be surprised that there is far more fresh produce than you think! Not to mention the booths full of other kitchen staples like honey, meat, and fresh bread. Root crops such as beets, potatoes, turnips, and carrots are hearty and do well in cold storage many months after the fall harvest. Winter squash can be kept for months and is still delicious when roasted or baked, even in the early spring. Brassicas such as kale and cabbage are also available. Did you know that kale leaves become sweeter after they withstand frosty weather? You can find fresh, sweet greens like lettuce, spinach, pea shoots, and microgreens. This week’s recipe features sweet roasted beets and fresh apples complemented by salty feta cheese and a tangy honey dijon vinaigrette. The salad is rounded out with the freshest of greens. The recipe can easily be adapted with ingredients available at the market. If pea shoots are not available, use microgreens instead or stick with the baby lettuce. If beets aren’t your thing, pour this dressing over the greens, apple, and feta to make a light side salad. Roasting beets in foil is an excellent way to cook them while retaining flavor and sweetness. After roasting, the skin should easily slip off. The exact cooking time for the beets varies greatly depending on the size. Medium size beets, about 3 inches in diameter, will typically take about an hour to fully

FOR THE SALAD:

FOR THE VINAIGRETTE:

• 3 medium-size beets or 1 large beet*

• ¼ cup olive oil

• 1 apple, thinly sliced*

• 2 tablespoons minced red or yellow onion*

• 1 bag baby lettuce*

• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

• 1 handful pea shoots or microgreens*

• 2 teaspoons honey*

• ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese*

• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

• ¼ cup toasted walnuts

• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS : Gomez Veggie Ville

cook. Winter beets at the market are often much larger, about 6 inches, and can take up to 2 full hours to cook. Roasted beets keep well in the fridge, so consider roasting more than you need so you can use the rest throughout the week. I am a freelance recipe developer and food photographer with a background in Nutrition and Culinary Arts. I focus on sharing seasonal whole-food recipes for the whole family. You can find me and see more of my work on my Instagram @lemon.thyme.kitchen. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Wilton Mall food court. Find us online at www.saratogafarmersmarket.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Trim the stem end off of each beet, wrap in a piece of aluminum foil, and place on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast beets for 1-2 hours or until they are tender when pierced with a paring knife. 2. Allow the beets to cool and gently rub off the skin. The beets can be used at this point or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 3. When ready to serve, slice the beets into ¼ inch slices and arrange them on a serving platter. Layer on the sliced apple, baby lettuce, pea shoots, feta cheese, and walnuts and set aside. 4. To make the dressing combine the olive oil, white wine vinegar, minced onion, honey, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in the jar or a small blender and blend on high for 15-30 seconds or until completely smooth. If you do not have a blender small enough for this quantity, simply whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl. 5. Pour dressing over the plated salad and serve immediately. Recipe by Marisa Kerkvliet

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Give Quiche a Chance Hello my Foodie Friends ! When I was a young child, I did not like quiche. I have no idea why. Maybe the quiche I tried back then was improperly prepared or for Saratoga TODAY contained ingredients that I didn’t like. Whatever the reason, the word “quiche” had a negative connotation in my mind even into my adulthood. Maybe it was the saying “Real men don’t eat quiche.” However, in my adulthood, I have learned to love quiche with buttery pastry; rich, eggy custard; gooey cheese and pretty much any meat or veggie topping under the sun. I know that I have devoured every quiche that I have or my wife has ever made. I love the versatility of the ingredients, the convenient make-ahead aspect and that it’s pretty much a one pot meal. Quiche is easy to prepare and a wonderful year-round favorite that’s just as perfect for spring brunches or winter dinners when only comfort food will do.

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An important tool to use for your quiche is a tart/quiche pan. This is a kitchen tool that makes every baked good look perfect. The best tart/quiche pan is an important tool in the kitchen that can be used for many dishes and are brilliant for everyday sweet treats, brownies, quiches, cakes, and more. A tart/quiche pan is

Real Man Quiche INGREDIENTS BUTTERY PIE CRUST:

REAL MAN QUICHE:

• ¼ tsp freshly ground nutmeg

• 1½ cups all purpose flour

• 5 slices bacon

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1 Tbsp sugar

• 3 links of sweet Italian sausage

• ¾ tsp kosher salt

• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 4 oz 1 stick unsalted butter, very cold

• 1 large onion thinly sliced

• 1 Tbsp shortening very cold

• 6 eggs

• ¼ cup ice water

• 2 garlic cloves minced • 1 1/2 cups half n half

• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated

a round-shaped and shallow pan, most commonly used to make tarts, pies, and quiches. Most tart/quiche pans have two parts: a detachable base and ring edge. The pans come in a variation of sizes ranging from 4” all the way up to 12″. Pans with removable bottoms allow the baker to remove the rim before sliding the tart off the disk base and onto a serving plate. The wavy edges on the pan’s rim, called flutes, give the finished tart/quiche its professional, polished appearance. Give quiche a chance. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place for an assortment of tart/quiche pans and other “cool” culinary tools. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

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• 1 9-inch fluted quiche/tart pan with a removable bottom

INSTRUCTIONS PIE CRUST: Combine the flour, sugar, and salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Pulse a few times to mix.

• Line the bottom of the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans and bake until pale golden, about 20 mins.

• Add the butter and shortening and pulse about 10 -12 times until the fat is cut into the flour mixture and is pea size.

• Carefully remove the weights and parchment and let cool.

• Pour in about ⅔ of the ice water and pulse a few more times until a ball begins to form, adding more water as needed. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should not be completely blended, it will come together on the counter. • Scrape dough onto the counter and form it into a flat disc. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour or overnight. (Dough can also be frozen for several weeks. Defrost in refrigerator before proceeding.) MAKE THE QUICHE: Preheat the oven to 375°. • Lightly dust the dough with flour and roll between two sheets of wax paper into roughly a 12-inch round. • Lay the crust in the quiche/tart pan and crimp the edges. Prick the crust with a fork and place in the freezer until well chilled, 15-20 mins.

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• While the crust is baking, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain, crumble and set aside. • Remove the sausage from the casings, crumble and cook over medium/high heat until browned. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium/high heat. Add the onion and cook until deep golden brown, about 20 mins. • Add the garlic and continue to cook 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat and let the onion and garlic cool to room temperature. • In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs, half n half, nutmeg, salt and pepper. • Layer the bacon, sausage, onion/garlic/cheese in the bottom of the pie shell. Pour the egg mixture over the top. • Bake until custard is set, about 40 mins. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

March 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27 Self-guided tour to 5 unique maple farms and 4 neighboring farms... and an animal sanctuary tour! At maple farms: See sap boil and learn about the fickle art of sugaring; sample all manner of maple treats, shop wide variety of items in the shops! Other farms: Wide variety of locally produced goods, including: • Non-gmo meats • organic eggs • breads • jams • vintage tools • and more! Advice: dress in layers and wear boots.

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Southern Saratoga Art Society SSAS is sponsoring Shenendehowa High School Students’ artwork for display during March at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Clifton Park. This year’s show has a special quality as their art is personal and expressive. There will be 30 pieces on display in a variety of media, including acrylic paintings, watercolor, photographs, drawings, etchings, mixed-media, and collage. Several of the students are seniors and will be attending art school in the fall. If you need to lift your spirits, take a few minutes, and see the world through a teenager’s eyes. For more information about SSAS visit: southernsaratogaartist.com

History Center Brings Ireland to NY Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the Saratoga County History Center is pleased to

announce a partnership with the Waterford (NY) Historical Museum & Cultural Center and Ireland’s Waterford Institute of Technology. On March 12, 1 p.m., the three organizations will present “Waterford to Waterford: Irish Connections.” The hourlong program will explore the historical connections and shared cultural aspects of both Waterford, Ireland and Waterford, New York through the lasting legacy of heritage within the greater Capital Region and Saratoga County. This free zoom program is open to the public. To receive the Zoom link and details, please register at brooksidemuseum. networkforgood.com/ events/39590-waterford-towaterford-irish-connections. For more information contact Sean Kelleher, sean@ brooksidemuseum.org.

Repair Café Saratoga Springs Public Library and Sustainable Saratoga are

excited to host our 7th Repair Café on Saturday, March 19 from 1- 4 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. This event will be different than previous Cafés due to the ongoing pandemic. This event is free, but registration is required. The following guidelines will be in place: Appointments required. To register, please call Jennifer Ferriss 518-584-7860 x242 or visit www.sspl.org/contact/ form/jferriss. Limited 1 item per household, come alone, if possible. Masks required, social distancing should be maintained, and hand sanitizer will be available. Covid-19 guidelines may change, so check the Facebook event page. To learn more, visit sustainablesaratoga. org/projects/zero-waste/ repair-cafe-saratoga-springs. Updates and additional details on the Facebook event listing: https://www.facebook.com/ events/284895606914245/

Suicide Prevention Awareness Training March 24, 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Church at Newtown Rd., 142 Lower Newtown Rd., Waterford. CAST (Community Awareness Skills Training) is a communityoriented event designed to help us all explore how we think and talk about suicide. CAST

addresses suicide as a major community health problem and presents steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of suicide. It is designed for including parents, teachers, first responders, medical professionals, support groups, veteran organizations, domestic abuse organizations, senior centers, and more. All are welcome. Free to the community. Registration required. newtownroad.churchcenter.com/ registrations/events/1083330. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Hughes at amy@newtownroad.org.

Saratoga Community Garden at Wesley, 10th Anniversary Applications are now open for local gardeners wishing to reserve a bed for this year. The garden has 52 raised beds available for members of the Wesley community and Saratoga Springs residents aged 16 and up. Beds are 10’ x 5’ in size at $45 per bed for the season (April 16 thru November). The deadline to apply for a garden bed is Friday, March 25. Participation in the garden is open to anyone living in Saratoga Springs; you do not have to have a connection with Wesley to join. For more information or to receive an application, please contact Sandy

Nealon, snealon73@gmail.com, or call 518-928-1481. We look forward to seeing you in the garden this year!

Get a Table for Spring Craft Fair The Ladies Auxiliary of the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club is holding a wonderful Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Lodge on Elks Lane off Maple Avenue in Saratoga. This Craft Fair benefits our annual Scholarship Fund for 2022. Admission is free and parking is excellent. An 8 x 6-foot space with an 8 ft. table and 2 chairs is $40. For information email Debbie at dozolins@nycap.rr.com or call 518-885-6506 and leave your email address. Applications are also available in the lobby of the Elks Club. Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.

Trip to Pennsylvania Amishland Hosted by The Olde Saratoga Seniors on May 16-18, 2022 (3 days - 2 nights). Package includes 2 Nights Lodging; 2 breakfasts; 2 dinners; performance of “David” at Sight & Sound Theatre; Guided Tour of Amish Countryside; Kitchen Kettle Village all at a cost of $399 per person double occupancy. For a flyer and more information contact Pat Temple, 518-338-2329.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 4 Diabetes Support Group Online Zoom Program | Noon A Diabetes Support Group sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. This informal support group is held via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. Family members of those with diabetes are also welcomed to attend. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group. Contact Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or dwhitten@cornell.edu for more information. Register in advance for this meeting at: cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJcrcumprTgsHdTnnFQhaAk3DmT35kxzTfzR or with this QR code. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Lenten Fish Fry Takeout Knights of Columbus #246, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs 5 p.m. | Every week through April 15. Menu will include Fried or Baked Haddock ($14) or Fried Clam Strips ($12); meals will include French Fries, Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce. Also, available for purchase will be Macaroni and Cheese ($5) and New England Clam Chowder ($7/pint or $13/quart). Orders will be taken by calling 518-5848547 between the hours of Noon - 3 p.m. on the Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday prior to the event.

Fish Fry Friday Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club 123 Route 32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m. Fish Fry Friday will continue every Friday thru April 15. All are welcome, members and nonmembers. Menu Includes but not limited to: fish fry, chicken fry, clam fry, popcorn shrimp, buffalo shrimp, coconut shrimp, scallops, chowder. Dinners are served with your choice of French fries or onion rings, coleslaw, and sauce, ask about our extra’s and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at our club house, or call ahead for take-out. 518-695-3917.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Impressions Pups’ Birthday Pawty 368 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Each March we celebrate Smalls, Cookie, Smitty, Pupa and Thatcher’s birthdays with treats and fun for all. Pups must be well behaved, good with other dogs and must be leashed. We will be serving Pooch Pancakes, Mutt Mochas and English Springer Tea, using local and natural ingredients. There will be doggie activities, treat tastings, special deals on dog products, coloring contest and a raffle for a great prize basket. Accepting donations for our local shelters: gently used toys, collars, leashes, beds,

blankets, or towels, use dried and canned dog and cat food and treats. For more information call 518587-0666, impressions@impressionssaratoga.com

Research Study Pre-Diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs Do You Want to Improve Your Health and Get Paid $50? Volunteer for an exciting 8-week research study at Skidmore College. Study participants must be pre-diabetic or diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and between the ages of 30 – 65 years old. You will receive FREE: State of the Art body fat analysis using the BODPod technology, Blood HbA1c, lipid, and sugar (glucose) analysis, Physical activity monitoring and dietary analysis and Comprehensive analysis of all your results at the completion of the study. Contact: Dr. Karen Arciero at Skidmore College, email: karciero@skidmore.edu or Dr. Paul Arciero at Skidmore College, email: parciero@skidmore.edu

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New York State Military Museum 61 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m. Kevin Wilson discusses his young adult novel of World War II told through the eyes of 15-year-old Arty, from Saratoga, who lies about his age to enlist. Attendance limited to 40. This is a program of the Friends of the New York State Military Museum.

“Hessians” in the American Revolutionary War

SUNDAY, MARCH 6 Saratoga Irish Family Festival Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs 2 – 6 p.m. | The Saratoga Ancient Order of Hibernians will hold a family FEIS. A traditional family festival featuring a celebration of Irish Music, dance, and culture. Donation $10, children under 12 free. Light fare available for an additional price. Raffle items and baskets galore. For more information call Mark Lyon 518-312-3856, AOH FEIS Committee.

Celebrate the Violin & Piano Saratoga Springs Methodist Church 5th Ave & Henning Rd, Saratoga Springs | 3 p.m. The Saratoga Chamber Players invite you to discover, or rediscover, the music of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, an English violin prodigy and conductor, and to enjoy the works of old favorites, Franz Schubert and Manuel de Falla. Violinist Jill Levy and pianist Margaret Kampmeier will open the concert with Coleridge-Taylor’s 1895 Ballade in C minor, Op.73. The opening selection of the concert will be followed by Manuel De Falla’s Suite populaire espagnole and Schubert’s Fantaisie for Violin and Piano in C Major, D 934. Tickets: www. eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-the-piano-and-violintickets-167612977929 - adults $30; seniors $25; and students $20. Children admitted for free.

MONDAY, MARCH 7 Reading & Discussion Program Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. Galway | 7 p.m. A Reading & Discussion Program, Place & Story, which is made possible by a grant from Humanities NY. The first session in the series is a discussion of “An Unreasonable Woman” by Diane Wilson. Three other sessions will be on the last Monday of each month through May, will continue the theme, exploring the relationships we have with the land and living things around us. Those wishing to participate must register in advance, and pick up each book at the library. Call 518-882-6385 for more information and to register.

Van Schaick Island Country Club, 201 Continental Ave., Cohoes | 7 p.m. Presented by Eric Schnitzer. This is part of the Winter Lecture Series of the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center. For more information, contact info@waterfordmuseum.com. Admission: $6 non-members, $5 members. Dinner is available for separate purchase during the program (not included in the price of admission).

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Chicken & Biscuits Dinner Take-Out Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For take-out only. Menu: chicken & biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll. Dinner for 2 / $30 (cash only). Place order Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon, 518-584-2585.

THURSDAY, MARCH 10 Ch. 60, Korean War Veterans’ Association March Luncheon The Parting Glass Restaurant, 40-42 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | Noon Hosts will be Paul and Jean Nolin. All veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. To make a reservation, please call the Nolan’s at 518-893-3379 no later than March 7. New members are always welcome. Annual dues for all Veterans are $10, and $5 for all others. For further information or to request an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Paul O’Keefe at 518-603-4186. Send your calendar events to calendar@saratogapublishing.com two weeks prior to the event.

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Entertainment Chris Stapleton at SPAC: August 2022

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Chris Stapleton’s “All-American Road Show” continues throughout 2022 with stops at L.A.’s The Forum, Long Island’s Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater and Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Aug. 26. Stapleton’s current single, “You

Should Probably Leave,” reached #1 on both the Billboard Country Airplayand Mediabase/Country Aircheck charts last week—his third #1 as an artist following 2021’s “Starting Over” and 2018’s “Broken Halos.” Stapleton also earned Best Country Tour at last week’s 33rd

Annual Pollstar Awards and was recently the subject of an in-depth profile at CBS’ “60 Minutes.” Tickets for the Live Nationproduced show, which includes special guests Elle King and Morgan Wade, go on sale Friday, Feb. 25. Go to: LiveNation.com, Ticketmaster.

Greta Van Fleet to Stage Show in Albany ALBANY — Grammyaward winning rock band Greta Van Fleet have announced a series of new arena shows this fall as part of their Dreams In

Gold Tour 2022. Kicking off Aug. 16 in Quebec City, the band will make stops in 42 cities across the U.S. and Canada with Special Guests

Houndmouth, and Robert Finley. The show will stage in Albany at MVP Arena on Oct. 5. Tickets on sale March 4. Go to: www. LiveNation.com, Ticketmaster.

Spa City Guitar Festival Stages at UPH SARATOGA SPRINGS — The first Spa City Guitar Festival will be held at the Universal Preservation Hall on March 18-20. The event, presented by Proctors Collaborative and coproduced by Unbound Artists, is billed as a weekend for: those born to shred, or curious to experience, whether the guitar plucks at your heartstrings, or has you wanting to learn new guitar techniques.

The three-day homage to all things guitar features concerts, masterclasses, workshops, guitar displays and vendors. The first in a series of performances will be world-renowned Brazilian guitarist Badi Assad (pronounced Bah-Jee Ah-Sahje), who will perform at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 18. Spanish folk guitar duo Germán López featuring Antonio Toledo will perform 2 p.m. on

Saturday, March 19, Grammynominated guitarist Mark Lettieri at 7 that same night. Guitarist Gary Hoey will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday. Tickets range from $35 to a $150 VIP pass. For tickets and information, call the Box Office at Proctors 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. MondayFriday at 518-346-6204 or visit universalpreservationhall.org. UPH is located on Washington St. in Saratoga Springs.

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Dancing with the Adirondack Stars!” Returns to the Region GLENS FALLS — Community, Work & Independence, Inc. (CWI) announced that “Dancing with the Adirondack Stars” is returning for its third year. The event will be held on Saturday, March 26 at the Charles R. Wood Theater in downtown Glens Falls. The event will feature a cocktail and appetizer reception, raffle items, a silent auction, live competitive partner dancing and a dessert reception to meet the stars. Tickets are $55 per person. “Dancing with the Adirondack Stars” will be similar to the popular hit television show and will pair local professional dancers with celebrities from the community. Professional partners

will choreograph each dance and couples will perform before a panel of judges. Partners will have the opportunity to compete for the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy or the Fan Favorite Award voted on by the audience. Community, Work & Independence Inc. empowers people with disabilities to discover their full potential. Through the provision of quality and innovative supports, CWI has offered a myriad of services since 1963 to meet the needs of the medically frail, developmentally disabled, brain injured, learning disabled, economically disadvantaged and individuals with other challenges. For more information visit www.cwinc.org.

At Caffe Lena, The Play’s The Thing; New Series Launches This Weekend SARATOGA SPRINGS — Caffe Lena is kicking-off a new series this weekend that celebrates and revisits a segment of its glorious past. The cafe, originally founded by an actress and a sculptor, hosted plays as a regular feature. Many of them included owner Lena Spencer herself. In later years, production companies Homemade Theater and Fovea Floods got their start in Caffe Lena’s Black Box Theater before moving on to larger venues. The tradition of live theater has been largely dormant since Lena’s Black Box, located over Hattie’s Restaurant, was repurposed in 2016 during a major renovation of the building. “Letting go of the Black Box was painful,” said café Executive Director Sarah Craig, in a statement. “I always said that our renovation would not be complete until we brought back theater.” Craig met with award-winning playwright/performer Michael Wells-Oakes, who recently relocated to Saratoga Springs from New York City. Wells-Oakes is an active member of many organizations that forward the creation of new theater works. The two developed a plan to create a home for playwrights at Caffe Lena similar to the venue’s popular open mics for poets, storytellers and musicians.

Hosted by Michael WellsOakes and actress Vivian Nesbitt, the resulting PLAYWRIGHT’S JAM is held the first Sunday of each month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Caffe Lena. The goal of the afternoon is to give authors the opportunity to see and hear their scenes brought to life. The audience comprises actors, theater lovers and fellow writers, all of whom read characters as assigned by the playwright. Feedback is optional; the hosts follow recommended guidelines for facilitating and communicating constructive comments only if welcomed by the playwright. Playwrights bring a short (7 – 10 minutes) highlighted scene for the actors and one extra for stage directions. Sign-up begins at 12:45. Each JAM will include 6 or 7 scenes. Casting from the audience begins at 1:00 and the readings start at 1:15. The first staging takes place 1-3 p.m. Sunday, March 6. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. Bring your pages, your talent, your enthusiasm, your daring, your ears, and your love of exciting fresh theater. For more details visit www.caffelena.org/playwrightsjam. All attendees must show proof of vaccination upon arrival. Caffe Lena is located at 47 Phila St.

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The Cowboy Junkies Perform Sunday at The Egg ALBANY — The Cowboy Junkies will perform at The Egg at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 6 as part of the Rhythm International concert series. For over 30 years, the Cowboy Junkies have remained true to their unique artistic vision that helped to define the alt-country musical genre with

the introspective, quiet intensity of their critically acclaimed body of original work – highlighted by the sublime vocal stylings of Margo Timmins. Tickets are $49.50 and are available at The Egg Box Office at the Empire State Plaza, by telephone at 518-473-1845 or online at www.theegg.org.

New: 2022 Lawn Pass - $199 To Attend Up To 40 Shows at SPAC All Summer Long SARATOGA SPRINGS — Live Nation has announced that Lawn Passes will be available at 30 venues for the 2022 summer concert season. With a Lawn Pass, fans can attend concerts at their local amphitheater music venue, including Saratoga Performing Arts Center, all summer long, including sold-out shows. A Lawn Pass can be purchased for $199 (plus fees) per venue. Each

venue will have a limited number of Lawn Passes available. Passes are available at: LawnPass.LiveNation. com, while supplies last. To purchase the pass, fans can visit the link above and use the dropdown menu to select their desired amphitheater. Each Lawn Pass purchaser will receive a custom personalized credential with their name that serves as their ticket on each show day.

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Irish Hooley at Universal Preservation Hall with the Screaming Orphans SARATOGA SPRINGS — Universal Preservation Hall presents Irish Hooley with the Screaming Orphans in Saratoga Springs at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 12. The Screaming Orphans, four Irish sisters from County Donegal, Ireland, have been singing since they were young; as teenagers, they decided to start their own pop rock band. With

roots in traditional Irish music, the Orphans have evolved to draw on a more diverse set of influences, combining old-school pop songs and a modern take on traditional Irish music and song. Their collection of 12 albums and an E.P. includes their latest CD, Taproom, which landed at number one in the iTunes World Music charts and was in the Top 10 on the

Billboard World Music chart. They have recorded with Peter Gabriel, performed with Joni Mitchell on a Chieftains album, and backed Sinead O’Connor on tour. Tickets for Irish Hooley with the Screaming Orphans are $25. For tickets and information, call the Box Office at Proctors 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday at 518-346-6204 or visit universalpreservationhall.org.

SPAC Announces March 19 Free Event with Presidential Inaugural Poet Richard Blanco SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Performing Arts Center hosts a moderated discussion with Presidential Inaugural Poet and SPAC Visiting Artist Richard Blanco. The event, moderated by WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s Joe Donahue, takes place 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 19 at The Pines, on the grounds of the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Blanco was selected by President Obama as the fifth Presidential Inaugural Poet in

U.S. history and serves as the firstever Education Ambassador for the Academy of American poets. Blanco will explore how his cultural identity as a Cuban-American and a gay man influences his works (How to Love a Country and The Prince of Los Cocuyos) and the power of poems and stories to create a sense of shared humanity. A book signing with the author will immediately follow the discussion. A limited number of copies of How to Love a Country and

The Prince of Los Cocuyos will be available for sale on site. Advance copies are also available for sale at Northshire Bookstore, located on Broadway in Saratoga Springs. The event - WAMC@SPAC: “How to Love a Country with Richard Blanco” - is free to attend; however, seating is limited. Preregistration and proof of vaccination are required to attend. Acceptable forms of proof include vaccination card, photo of vaccination card, or the Excelsior Pass. Visit spac.org.

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LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2022 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, will conduct a public hearing, on Tuesday, March 15 2022, at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, to hear all persons who wish to speak in regard to a proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2022, entitled “A LOCAL LAW TO REPEAL IN THEIR ENTIRETY THE PRESENT CHAPTERS 240, 241 AND 242 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, AND TO ENACT A NEW CHAPTER 240 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, ENTITLED “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE”. The proposed new Chapter 240 is a comprehensive and thorough Unified Development Ordinance, in accordance with the City Comprehensive Plan, that is the result of many months of efforts by city staff and consultants. It has received comments from city personnel, city and county agencies, and the general public. It establishes rules, regulations, policies, procedures and schedules. It contains the following articles: 1. Title, Purpose & Applicability 2. Zoning Districts and Zoning Map 3. Residential Districts 4. Mixed-Use & Commercial Districts 5. Institutional Districts 6. Industrial Districts 7. Special Purpose Districts 8. Uses 9. On-Site Development Standards 10. Off-Street Parking and Loading 11. Landscape 12. Signs 13. Land Use Board Applications 14. Subdivision Approval 15. Public Improvements 16. Conservation Design 17. Stormwater Management 18. Public Realm 19. Nonconformities 20. Enforcement 21. Definitions and Measurement Methodologies On December 21st of 2021, the Saratoga Springs City Council acted to adopt the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). This Local Law No. 2 of 2022 will remove from the UDO Zoning Map the change enacted in December 2019 involving Parcel(s) identified as Map Change #1 in the area of Myrtle Street and Morgan Street. This Local Law No. 2 of 2022 will also establish a revised effective date for the Unified Development Ordinance. Any interested persons may inspect the proposed Local Law in the Office of the

City Clerk, in City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York at any time prior to the above public hearing. Dated: March 2, 2022 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: Dillon Moran, City Clerk 03/04, 03/11. 110894/110895 LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, to hear all persons who wish to speak either for or against the enactment of amendments to Chapter 136, Article IVA of the Code of the City of Saratoga Springs, NY, entitled “Lodging and Eating and Drinking Establishments – Temporary Outdoor Seating Area Permits”. The purpose of the amendments is to extend the duration of permits for temporary outdoor seating areas issued under Article IVA to November 1, 2024, as well as to revise procedures to review and approve locations for temporary outdoor seating areas, to revise regulations relative to their use, and to establish procedures to adopt a schedule of fees. Any interested persons may inspect the proposed ordinance online at the City’s website at www.saratoga-springs.org, or at the office of the Commissioner of Accounts, in City Hall, at any time prior to the above hearing. DATED: March 2, 2022 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: Dillon Moran, City Clerk 03/04, 03/11, 110878/110879. LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, Broadway, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, to hear all persons who wish to speak in regard to the 2022 Water and Sewer Rates. A copy of the proposed 2022 Water and Sewer rates is available in the Department of Public Works, and on the city’s website at www.saratoga-springs.org. Dated: March 2, 2022 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: Dillon C. Moran, City Clerk 03/04, 03/11, 110880/110881.

LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, to hear all persons who wish to speak either for or against the enactment of amendments to Chapter 225 of the Code of the City of Saratoga Springs, NY, entitled “Vehicle and Traffic”. The purpose of the amendment is: 1) To add the following to 225-70, Schedule V, School Speed Limits, Inside Tax District: NAME OF STREET Caroline Street SPEED LIMIT 15 LOCATION Between Schuyler Drive and Benton Drive 2) To add the following to 225-72, Schedule VII, One Way Streets: NAME OF STREET Caroline Street DIR. OF TRAVEL East LIMITS Between Schuyler Drive and Benton Drive 3. To add the following to 225-81, Schedule XVI, Parking Prohibited At All Times: NAME OF STREET Caroline Street SIDE both LOCATION Between Schuyler Drive and Benton Drive Any interested persons may inspect the proposed ordinance at the office of the Commissioner of Accounts, in City Hall, at any time prior to the above hearing. DATED: March 2, 2022 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: Dillon Moran, City Clerk 03/04, 03/11. 110896/110897 NOTICE OF ACTION TO: PATRICIA DONNELLY You are hereby notified that a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your Answer on the Petitioner acting Pro Se. You are to file the original Answer in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Family Division on or before the 8th day of APRIL 2022. If you fail to do so, a Judgment by Default may be taken against you. Dated this 28th day of February 2022 Petitioner: PAUL WARRING, 100 10TH ST., INTERLACHEN, FL 32148. 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110857 NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m. on the following dates at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud: March 08, 2022 Domestic Hot Water Replacement Boilers, specification 22-DHWB-4

March 10, 2022 Odor Removal, specification 22-SDOR-1 March 22, 2022 Leased Copiers/ Maintenance, specification 22-CML-1 Bid forms and instructions are available at the Purchasing Office, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. and 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 Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids. JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County 03/04. 110827.

whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 334 Brownell Rd., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08. 110776

Notice of formation of Saratoga Functional Nutrition LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/20/2022. 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: 58 Skylark Drive, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08. 110883

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: ADVANCED DATA DEVICES, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/15/2020 Office location: Albany 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, 555 CLIFTON PARK CENTER RD., CLIFTON PARK, NY, 12065. Purpose: For Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110703

Notice of formation of H3 Business Management and Operations LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/17/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 15 Stratford Drive, Clifton Park, Ny 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08. 110869 NOTICE OF Formation of Capital Region Sealcoating, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/15/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 5 Southside Drive, Suite 11-328, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities. 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08. 110846 Notice of formation of Rock Steady Home Inspections LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/17/2022 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: 10 Highgate Road Gansevoort NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01, 04/08. 110782 Notice of formation of ACM Training, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/22/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon

NOTICE OF Formation of 518 FOAM, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/17/2022. Office location: Warren County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to P.O. Box 781, Glens Falls, New York 12801. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110709

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: JESS JONES DESIGN, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/30/2020 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, 26 N HIGH ST., BALLSTON SPA, NY 12020. Purpose: For Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110697 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: FLAGSTONE HOMES REIMAGINED, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/26/2019 Office location: Albany 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, 2607 N SHORE RD., HADLEY, NY 12835. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110691 Notice of formation of Therapy Central NY, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/20/2022. 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: 14 Meadow Rue Place, Malta NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110684

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LEGALS Notice of Formation of Lofink Hardscape, Design & Construction LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/12/2022 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: 2C Blue Heron Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110650 Notice of Formation of THE FALLS 654, LLC. Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on February 15, 2022, Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: Edward J. Dworakowski, Jr., 816 Plank Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110627 Notice of Formation of SCHUYLERVILLE LAUNDROMAT, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/09/2022. Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom Process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 222 Burgoyne Road, Schuylerville, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful Purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110613 Notice is hereby given that a license, number pending, for beer, wine, liquor and cider has been applied for by The Flats Restaurant and Tavern, LLC to sell beer, wine, liquor and cider at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 675 Grooms Road, Suite 101, Clifton Park, NY 12065, for on premises consumption. 02/18, 02/25. 110595 Notice of formation of Gift Of Ping LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/04/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 4 Ashley Pl, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110537 Notice of formation of Gateway Mechanical LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/04/2022 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 5247 Hudson Rd. Galway, NY 12074. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110527 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LA HART’S PLUMBING, LLC. Art. Of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on January 31, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at its principal business location, 3 Marjorie Dr., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110520 Notice of formation of New Lantern Company, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New

York on 12/09/2021 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: 63 Putnam St. Suite 202 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110498 Notice of formation of 2862 Realty, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/19/2019. 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: 239 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110492 Notice of formation of 2858 Realty, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/19/2019. 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: 239 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110486 Notice of formation of NEW LEAF PICTURES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/11/2022 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: 220 Grand Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110470 NOTICE OF Formation of SJB RE HOLDINGS, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 1/31/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 18 Washington Avenue, Waterford, New York 12188. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110464 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 59 Beekman LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. 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, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110458 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Hermance Road Building Lot LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. 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, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110452

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 5630 Lake Road LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. 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, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110446 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: The Galway Barn LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. 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, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110440 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 61 Beekman LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. 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, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110439 Notice of formation of Meatball Martini Ice Cream, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/3/2022 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: 1473 Erie Blvd, Floor 3, Suite 3, Schenectady, NY 12306Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110432 NOTICE OF Formation of Capital Region Processing, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/4/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 5 Southside Drive, Suite 11-328, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110403 NOTICE OF Formation of Capital Region Steel, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/4/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 5 Southside Drive, Suite 11-328, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110397 Notice of Formation of 65-71 Bay Street Holdings, LLC (“LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the NY Sec. of State (“SSNY”) on 11/02/21. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail a copy of process to Magnolia 9 LLC, PO Box 1217,

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful activity. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110369 Notice of formation of The Plant Hatch, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/06/2022 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: 39 Elmore Robinson Rd, Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110362 Notice of formation of Tania Susi Music, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 1/31/22 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 18 Karner Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110350 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: V Squared Interests LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/02/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 60 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under section 201 of the Limited Liability Company Law. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110342 Notice of formation of Battenkill Venture Partners, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/01/2022. 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: 28 Sydney Hill Rd., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110333 Notice of formation of Drake and Hen LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/18/2022 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: 3 Christine Ct, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110327 Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 132 ADAMS STREET, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York on APRIL 30, 2020 under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. Office location: Saratoga County. Secretary of State of New York designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State of New York shall mail a copy of the process to: Louis W. Rondinello, 136 Adams Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful business activity not otherwise prohibited by the laws of the State of New York. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110309

Notice of formation of Pickleball Clubhouse LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/10/2022. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 60 Railroad Place, Suite 502, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: General. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110266 Notice of formation of Melissa Russom Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/13/2022. 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: 46 Parkwood Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110202 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company Foothills Basketball Enterprises, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/11/2022. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Michael Wolfe, Foothills Basketball Enterprises LLC, 20 Burnham Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110145 Notice of formation of Jettsullivan, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on January 18, 2022. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to is Skaine & Associates, LLC, 3 McLaren St., Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110139 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION FOR A NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW SECTION 206(c) The name of the Limited Liability Company is: THE 2021 ALWAYS CONNECTED THOROUGHBRED, LLC. The date of filing of the Articles of Organization with the Department of State was June 21, 2021. The county in New York in which the office of the company is located is: Saratoga. The principal place of business for the Limited Liability Company is: 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to: DANIEL F. COLLINS, 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the Laws of the State of New York. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110067 Notice of formation of Nappily Confident LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/30/2021 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: 1211 Ellsworth Blvd. Ballston Spa, NY 12020. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110061

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Publication Day: Friday LEGALS Notice of formation of 23 Lincoln Ave, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/18/2022 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: 210 Regent St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110022 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Purple Eagle LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on January 14, 2022. 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, 871 Warner Road., Schenectady, New York 12309. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110007 Notice of formation of SFC Investigative Services LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/24/2021 Office: Saratoga

County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 7 Pamela Lane Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110001 Notice of formation of Spruce Mtn Construction LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/22/2021 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: 242 Beaver Street, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 109995 NOTICE OF FORMATION of THE MONKEY SHORT FILM, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on December 13, 2021. Location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent for service of process on LLC. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 145 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 109987

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Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling

Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Fervent, Fervid Fervent means passionate or warm. It is our fervent wish that Bob quickly recovers from his illness. Fervid means impassioned or extremely hot. Peggy and Joe have a fervid dislike for extremely cold climates. They endured the fervid temperatures of the tropical climate. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

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Saratoga Grad. is Making Every Shot Count by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY POTSDAM — Caroline LaFountain is overcoming the competition at SUNY Potsdam this season, while simultaneously overcoming an injury. LaFountain, a 2019 Saratoga Springs High School graduate, is a sophomore at SUNY Potsdam and a guard on the Women’s Basketball Team. She has played a huge part in Potsdam’s 12-12 season, all while she recovers from an injury. After the 2020-21 season was lost to due to COVID, LaFountain started to develop ulnar nerve damage that caused her pain when shooting and dribbling – the essential roles of her position on the court. It’s been a long recovery process for her to gain full movement back in her elbow following the surgery she had in

Caroline LaFountain. Photo provided.

September, but LaFountain was determined to come back. “I struggled a little in the beginning with the mentality, but I managed to do it. I managed to get my shot back,” said LaFountain. And her shot has been game changing, as LaFountain contributed to two huge wins this season against Brockport and Oswego.

LaFountain scored a game and career-high 22 points during their second match-up against Brockport, contributing to Potsdam’s 75-69 win and accomplishing a personal goal she set for herself this season. “We were down almost 20 points, but we knew what we had to do to beat them,” said

LaFountain. “I just kept drawing fouls and getting to the line.” Earlier in the season, she made a buzzer beater, a long jumper from the corner, to secure a 65-64 win over Oswego. “The play was to get it to the big, but there were other options, and I was the most open. I was a little hesitant, but I

went for it,” said LaFountain. “It was a surreal moment.” The Potsdam Bears just missed playoffs but have had one of their best seasons in recent years as far as wins. LaFountain hopes to make it to playoffs next year, and she continues to set goals for her herself as she works towards fully recovering.

Glens Falls Native Now a 2x Olympic Coach by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lyndsay Strange recently returned to the States following an almost 2-week trip to Beijing for her second Olympics as Mexico’s Alpine Ski Coach. Strange is a Glens Falls graduate and Skidmore college alum, where she competed as a downhill racer for both schools. She now lives in Utah and coaches alpine skiing full-time. “I took a pretty traditional path, but I love that about how I got through the years from skiing to coaching full-time,” said Strange. “It has allowed me creative license and paved the way for me to help Sarah continue to compete.” Strange is referring to US Ski standout Sarah Schleper, who now competes for Team Mexico after coming out of retirement. Strange first met Schleper, who is also a coach, after bringing some athletes to train at Schleper’s ski camp. After becoming fast friends, Schleper first asked Strange to coach her in the 2017 World Championships in Switzerland in place of her coach who was

Lyndsay Strange and Sarah Schleper at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. Photos provided.

injured. Through these opportunities with Schleper, Strange secured a job with Team Mexico and coached her first Olympics in 2018 in PyeongChang, South Korea. “This experience felt more familiar, and there were less nerves. After four years of not seeing each other, the team got right back together,” said Strange about reuniting with Team Mexico in Beijing for the 2022 Winter Olympics. “It was definitely different than the first time in

PyeongChang [due to COVID],” she added, “but everyone was friendly and just happy to be there and be competing again.” Although Mexico didn’t win any medals in Alpine Skiing in Beijing, Schleper still had an impressive showing, placing 37th amongst her competition. “These Olympics were filled with unexpected results that kept us all on our toes, but it was exciting,” said Strange. “The Olympic miracle is real. We didn’t know who was going to perform because

of the pressure, but some of our underdogs stepped up. Team Mexico did well, and we enjoyed and soaked up the experience.” In addition to coaching for Mexico, Strange coaches full-time at Rowmark Ski Academy in Utah. She also owns and operates Party Beach Ski Camps, a free-ride ski camp for kids and adults, out of Mt. Hood Oregon. As stated best on the Party Beach website: “Our Mission: To provide a mountain experience where having fun is paramount to athletes’

evolution in skiing and in life. We challenge you to discover who you are as a skier in a safe and inclusive environment.” The next Winter Games will be held in two different cities – Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy – with the opening and closing ceremonies in different places for the first time in Olympics history. We are looking forward to seeing Strange and Schleper competing for Team Mexico in 2026, and cheering on all the future Olympians that Strange trains.

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Toga Hockey Makes it to Section II Quarterfinals

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Sunday night, Feb. 20, was the first round of the Section II finals for high school varsity hockey. Saratoga Springs faced the La Salle Cadets and won 3-2, moving on to the quarterfinals where they played the Adirondack Rivermen. Saratoga v. La Salle was a do-or-die game, and both teams were highly motivated to win. Saratoga’s Patrick Kenney scored in the first period, assisted by Frank Klaus. La Salle responded to Kenney’s goal with their own in the second. Saratoga’s Huck Patton scored early in the third period with Luke Henderson and

Matt Risetto assisting Patton’s efforts. While Saratoga fans were lulled into a false sense of security, La Salle quickly retaliated, trying the game 2-2. The first two overtime periods were stressful for fans on both sides of the red line, but Jake Badar finally sealed Saratoga’s fate with a shot from the point that zinged directly past the La Salle goalie’s head. Saratoga advanced to play the Adirondack Rivermen in the quarterfinals. The game was a nail-bitter for Saratoga fans who witnessed two previous losses this season against the strong Adirondack team.

The Blue Streaks put forth a great effort against the 3rd seed. Grady Frasier scored the first goal for Saratoga assisted by Luke Henderson to keep Toga competitive. Saratoga’s second goal was scored by Huck Patton. It was a tight game until the third period when Adirondack pulled ahead to ultimately win 6-2, ending the season for Saratoga. The Section II Finals on March 1 at Union College was a matchup between #1 seed Shenendehowa and #3 seed Adirondack. The Shenendehowa Plainsman claimed the Section II title with 7-2 win.

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CAPITAL REGION — Mohawk Honda and Mohawk Chevrolet are partnering with Impact Athletic Center and DeCrescente Distributing Co. to collect athletic equipment as part of a March Madness initiative. At the close of the month, all donations will be distributed to underprivileged children throughout the local community.

Donations are accepted at Mohawk Honda (175 Freemans Bridge Rd, Schenectady), Mohawk Chevrolet (639 NY Rte 67, Ballston Spa), or Impact Athletic Center (390 NY Rte 146, Halfmoon) from March 1 to March 31. Items must be new and suitable for youth in sports. Examples include baseball bats, baseball gloves, basketballs, soccer balls, tennis rackets, and more.

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Spa Catholic Girls Basketball Updates: Advancing in Sectionals Saratoga Central Catholic defeated Argyle 60-41 in the Class D Section II Girls’ Varsity Basketball quarterfinals. Lead scorer for the Saints was Ashley Upson with 20 points, followed by Danielle Gill with 17 and Katie Cronin with 12. Leader scorers for the Scots were Lillianna Kingsley with 15 points and Kylee Humiston with

14 points. Spa Catholic advanced to the semi-finals to face North Warren who beat Bishop Gibbons 30-26. The Saints defeated the Cougars 58-40 and will head to the finals. In the semi-finals, Allison Motler had the game high of 23 points. Also contributing to the Saint’s win was Ashley Upson with 17 points and Katie Cronin with 16.

North Warren’s Nicole Buckman was the team’s lead scorer with 17 points, followed closely by teammate Megan Bruno with 16. The Class D finals will take place on March 5 at Hudson Valley Community College. Saratoga Central Catholic will be matched up against Hartford, who beat Northville 59-38.

Local Wrestlers Claim Podium Spots ALBANY — Varsity wrestlers across New York State traveled to Albany’s MVP Arena this past weekend for the NYSPHSAA Individual State Championships on Feb. 25 and Feb. 26. A handful of wrestlers from Burnt Hills, Ballston Spa, and Saratoga Springs competed for a spot on the podium. The state championships are set up with wrestleback brackets, which gives wrestlers who lose in the championship bracket a second chance; wrestlers who lose to championship bracket losers are eliminated. Burnt Hills, Section 2 Class B Champions, had 6 out of 7 wrestlers advance to the second day of the tournament: Liam Carlin, 3rd seed in the 126-bracket, made it to the semifinal round of the championship, where he fell to 2nd seed Brayden Fahrback from Mount Sinai in a 3-0 decision. Carlin took 4th overall after a 2-0 decision in the

3rd place match against Isaias Torres from Queens. Gabriel Goss, seeded 6th, and Tyler Rossini, seeded 10th, battled back for 7th place finishes in their respective back brackets of 132 and 138. Tyler Whitley (110) placed 8th in his back bracket. Rossini and Ryan Buthfer, who competed in the 172-bracket the first day of the tournament, are the only seniors on the team. Three Ballston Spa wrestlers made it to the state tournament, and all placed in their wrestleback brackets: Ralph Keeney, 4th seed in the 102-bracket, placed 5th overall. Keeney lost his first match by a 4-2 decision against Massapequa Park’s Carlos Arango. Keeney then battled back with four wins in the back bracket before falling to 2nd seed Luke Satriano from Valley Central. Keeney got a second shot against Arango in the 5th place match and was secured

his spot on the podium with a 4-2 decision in his favor. Connor Gregory, seeded 5th, and Darrien Insogna, seeded 12th, had 7th place finishes for Ballston Spa. The Blue Streaks also sent three wrestlers to states: Sachiel Chuckrow (16) and Gordon Murray (152) were eliminated during the first day of the tournament, but Taylor Beaury, seeded 12th, fell out of the back bracket after a 2-1 decision in favor of his opponent, Starpoint’s Griffin LaPlante who was the No. 1 seed in the 132-bracket. The NYSPHSAA Individual State Championships conclude the 2021-2022 wrestling season for most New York high school varsity programs. The High School Nationals, where varsity wrestlers from across the country compete to become All-Americans, is the next, taking place March 25-27 in Virginia Beach, VA.

Myers Reaches Round of 16

Melissa Myers (left) and Max Alaynick. Photo provided.

WARSAW, POLAND — Melissa Myers (26) reached the round 16 at the Warsaw Open, Feb. 27, 2022, in 70kg, making this the second time on her four event European tour that she has made it that far. Myers lost to Rachael Hawkes (Ireland) in the round of 16 and was eliminated. Myers moves up two spots in the world rankings to a career high

#87 with this result. Myers also made it this far two weeks ago at the Sarajevo Open. Myers JMJC teammate, Max Alaynick (21) lost a tough 81kg opening bout to Madiyar Sewmbayev (Kazakhstan) and was eliminated. Alaynick and Myers will continue on in Europe and compete next weekend at the Prague Open in the Czech Republic before returning to the states.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Impressions of Saratoga hosts celebration of the Impressions Pups’ Annual Birthday “Pawty” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 5. Every March, Impressions celebrates Smalls, Cookie, Smitty, Pupa and Thatcher’s birthdays with treats and fun for all. The event includes doggie activities, treat tastings, special deals on Dog products, coloring contest and a raffle for a great prize basket for one lucky pup and their person. Donations for local shelters and rescues will also be collected; new or gently used toys, collars, leashes, beds, blankets, or towels will be accepted. Friendly dogs are welcome to attend. Pups must be well behaved, good with other dogs and leashed at all times. Impressions of Saratoga is located at 368 Broadway. A doggy brunch of “Pooch Pancakes,” “Mutt Mochas,” and “English Springer Tea” - prepared in-house using local and natural ingredients, will also be served.