Saratoga TODAY July 22-28, 2022 by Saratoga TODAY

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Father-son duo Tony and Carson Gambaro take the lead as the buglers for the Saratoga meet. Photo by Tony Podlaski. See Story pg. 32

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The Trial of Catherine and Elizabeth Nolan – Part II by Russ VanDervoort | Sponsored by The Saratoga County History Roundtable Contact saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com Russ VanDervoort is the Waterford Town Historian and leader of the Waterford Canal and Towpath Society and can be reached at russvandervoort@gmail.com

“Arsenic and Young Lace – Part 1” Published in Saratoga TODAY’s July 15-21, 2022 issue.

Part 2 of our story begun last week. On July 11, 1894, both Catherine and Elizabeth Nolan had been placed in the Ballston Jail accused of poisoning their brother John. It was now April 1895; jury selection was about to begin for the trial of Catherine. The two girls had been incarcerated for well over 200 days. Jury selection took over 3 days and played to a packed house. On April 24, the actual trial began. The press was focused on the accused. A reporter from The Albany Argus refers to it as the Famous Waterford Poisoning Case and described Catherine as follows. “She was becomingly attired in black and was apparently in good health and spirits. She is not a prepossessing young woman, although not by any means ugly. She has a shrewd, but not very intelligent face frequently covered by her fan, with nothing very criminal about it, and the ordinary observer could not believe that she could perpetuate the foul crime laid at her door. She heard the charges read against her and showed no emotion.” The Prosecution claimed that the poison was given to John in a cup of tea. Catherine had told the Coroner’s Inquest that she later had drunk from that same cup, without washing it, and had suffered no ill effects. The defense claimed that if the prosecution cannot prove that the motive of the crime was to collect on the insurance, there is no case. Many witnesses and experts were called to testify. The insurance agent testified to the innocence and legitimacy of the insurance policies and that all family members were in attendance at the time of purchase. The Coroner and Union College chemistry Professor Perkins presented their findings on the presence of arsenic in John’s body. Perhaps the most damning piece of evidence was provided by the local druggist John Cole, who testified that two days before the poisoning he had sold arsenic to Catherine Nolan. The defense later had John

Catherine and Elizabeth Nolan on trialNew York World, April 24, 1895. Image provided by The Saratoga County History Roundtable.

H. Pynes sworn and report that he was a mill owner and had in his employ both Catherine and John Nolan of Waterford. Catherine was subject to fits and had experienced several at work. He further reported that there were two Catherine Nolan’s who lived in Waterford and both worked in his mill. The other Catherine had red hair. John Cole, the druggist, was recalled and asked if the Catherine he sold arsenic to had red hair? He said, no!

all in attendance should give money to assist the girls. Inside and out of the courtroom hats were passed. A good many dollars and many coins were placed into the hats and presented to the girls.

Almost two days of the trial were taken up in courtroom experiments by chemists for both prosecution and defense on the properties of arsenic, tea, sugar, and milk and how each would react and appear when heated and stirred or unstirred. This was a tedious demonstration and the results were inconclusive.

If the girls were innocent how do we account for the death of brother John Nolan? The mother, father, another sister poisoned? Sister Mary had been ill, perhaps poisoned, but did not die from her illness. She was remanded to the County Alms House as a reluctant witness. There is no final word on why so many family members passed in a span of eight months. However, there is a theory on John.

After summation and closing arguments, the case went to the jury. The time was noted at 12:09. The Nolan’s were originally from Ballston Spa and many, including the recently deceased, were interred there in St. Paul’s Cemetery. Most of the crowd had not left the courthouse when about 12:20, someone shouted, “Good Heavens, here comes the jury!” They returned with a full acquittal for both girls, even though Catherine was the only one on trial. After the jury was polled and all answered for acquittal, confusion reigned in the courtroom. It had been packed each day of the trial and the streets were packed as well. Elizabeth was escorted in from jail to be released, the many women in attendance were elated, there were cheers in the street, and the court was never formally adjourned. Adding to the confusion, Isaac Groff of Saratoga Springs, the jury foreman, approached the bench and commandeered the gavel. Gaining attention, he announced “These poor girls have been in jail for ten months, they have neither money nor property to commence life with again.” He thought it only right that

The New York World Reporter, Mrs. McQuirk, was at Catherine’s side to calm her in the courtroom and cure her of her sobs and tears. She had watched the case with intense excitement. She returned to her own chair and sobbed uncontrollably.

John liked to drink. The family seemed to have an ongoing issue with mice, rats, and bed bugs, hence the quantities of arsenic and other poisons in the house. John loved whiskey. The bed bug poison, which contained arsenic, was stored in a whiskey bottle. John had discovered the whiskey bottle and had consumed its contents. Even if this were the case, are we to believe that the prior three were accidental as well? One hundred and thirty years later, one has to question the wisdom and believability of storing bed bug poison in a whiskey bottle. Somehow it appears that the Nolan girls were able to win the hearts, minds, and sympathies of the greater public. Was justice served, or did these girls murder their family members for the insurance money? Maybe Lizzie Borden’s fan had mystical qualities that aided in her acquittal, as it had for its original owner. At the conclusion of the trial, the Nolan girls moved into their attorney Keatch’s residence in Lansingburgh, vowing that they would never return to Waterford again.

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

New York State Sheriffs’ Association Launches New Health & Wellness Program for Personnel

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Saratoga County EMS Council Announces 2022 EMS Awards

Recipients of the 2022 Saratoga County EMS Awards. Photo provided.

ALBANY — The New York State Sheriffs’ Association (NYSSA) and FirstNet, Built with AT&T announced the launch of an innovative, statewide health & wellness program available to all 58 county Sheriff ’s Offices in New York. The new program comes as 177 first responders committed suicide last year nationally and rates of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD,) depression, and anxiety among public safety and law enforcement personnel far exceed the rates of the general population. Public safety service often comes with great risk and personal sacrifice — and New York’s sheriff deputies, corrections officers, 9-1-1 dispatchers, and command staff are no different. While first responders are dedicated to protecting the public, they often carry their burdens and trauma silently. NYSSA and FirstNet– the only nationwide, high-speed broadband communications platform dedicated for America’s first responders and the extended public safety community—believe that all sheriffs personnel should have access to the program. The new comprehensive health & wellness program provides Sheriff ’s Office staff with support

systems to help manage stress and cope with grief, depression, anger, and other emotions that may stem from job-related stress. The program includes a fourpart approach that includes: New or improved Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), a new PSA campaign that will utilize videos and social platforms to communicate the key message for Sheriffs’ Office personnel: “It’s OK to not be OK,” Crisis and Trauma Training, and School Resource Officer Support. Additionally, NYSSA will establish a confidential peer-topeer hotline staffed by deputy sheriffs and other personnel from around the state to provide early intervention and keep stress from escalating or manifesting. For more information and details, go to: nysheriffs.org.

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Office of Emergency Management and the Saratoga County EMS Council announced recipients of the 2022 Saratoga County EMS Awards. Awards are provided to emergency services personnel, affiliated with a NYS EMS agency, who show individual or team heroism above and beyond the ordinary call of duty. EMS Agency of the Year: Awarded to Edinburg Emergency Squad. Formed in 1962, the only

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all-volunteer ambulance service in Saratoga County is staffed by 22 volunteers, answering 100 calls annually and supported entirely by community donations. EMS Educator of Excellence: awarded to Jean Tranka. Tranka has served as a Certified Instructor Coordinator for the Saratoga County EMS Council for over 20 years. EMS Communications Specialist of the Year: awarded to Thomas Lundquist. Lundquist joined the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Department

Communications Division in 2016. His telephone CPR instructions have been responsible for dozens of cardiac arrest reversals. Harriet C. Weber Leadership Award: awarded to Alan Bell, the Executive Director for Clifton Park & Halfmoon Ambulance Corps. Bell began his service in 1995 as a volunteer EMT. An awards ceremony was held on July 14, at the Saratoga County Public Safety Building in Ballston Spa during a meeting of the Council.

OBITUARIES

Rita C. Bozony

BALLSTON LAKE — Rita C. Bozony, 94, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, June 18, 2022, with her daughter, Kate, by her side. She was thankful for the prayers of so many and encouraged by the many phone and video calls. She longed for Heaven when she would see the love in Jesus’ eyes as He greeted her on her Homecoming. Rita was born on July 23, 1927, in Brooklyn to Frederick J. and Irene (Payne) Kussius; at a young age, Rita’s family moved north, and she resided in Stillwater and later in Ballston Lake. Rita will be remembered as a devoted and loving wife, mother, and friend. She worked from home as a laundress while raising her young children and then in the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake School District as a front office secretary at Stevens and Charlton Heights Elementary Schools, retiring in 1986. Rita was known for her handmade teddy bears, which she lovingly gave to friends for their grandchildren. Those at Stevens

will remember Hilda, the Teddy Bear covering the vacuum. Rita loved Gaither gospel music and the songbirds and flowers in her yard as well as anything related to owls. She loved and interceded for her beloved country. Her unconditional love for others, her wit, and her strong faith will be fond memories for all who were blessed to know her. Rita and her husband of 60 years, James H. Bozony (Jim), built their home on Wakeman Road together. She faithfully cared for him during his many years of illness until his death in 2012. Rita is also predeceased by her son, James K. Bozony (Kathy); and two brothers, Frederick J. Kussius, Jr. and Robert Kussius. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Kathleen (Kate) Laird of Ballston Lake; grandsons Michael D. Laird of Montana and Thomas D. Laird of Utah; as well as many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022 (her birthday) at 10:30 a.m. at East Glenville Community Church, 335 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY 12302. In lieu of flowers and to honor her memory, a tree may be planted in Rita’s name via the Arbor Day Foundation, arborday.org, or donations may be made to East Glenville Community Church, egcchurch.org. A private burial service has already been held. Burke & Bussing Online remembrances may be Funeral Homes made at burkefuneralhome.com

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — With smiles, tenacity and good humor to the end, Steve passed away on July 13, 2022 with his wife, daughter and compassionate new Hospice friends at his side. Steve was the son of Anthony and Virginia (Strianese) Ferradino and is survived by his sister Tonita. Born and raised in Ballston Spa, Steve graduated high school there and continued his education at Siena College and Albany Law School. Following his graduation from law school in 1966, he became a lawyer, with the most significant years practicing law as a partner of Tracy and Ferradino. In 1980, he became a Saratoga County Family Court Judge and in 1993, was elected as a New York State Supreme Court Justice, retiring in 2014. As a member of a huge Italian family, Steve was always outgoing and sociable, with a clear enjoyment for the companionship of others. In retrospect, Steve was a pioneer in family life. He was the primary working parent, raising Tony and Stef in their early years with the ever-present but sometimes unwelcome advice of his Italian mother, “Grandma Vee.” In the mid-70s, he melded his family with Pat and her children Ann, Scott and Tim, long before blended families were the norm. He always worked hard but could be comical when he had time to relax, skipping in Cape Cod with his leather change purse on the family outing to

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022 the laundromat or hopping across Grasshopper Lane in Ogunquit, to the embarrassment of the kids and teens in tow. The most memorable trips always involved the oceans of Cape Cod, Ogunquit and Florida. In November, he and his wife Judy celebrated their 17th anniversary at their favorite beach in Melbourne, Florida. For his kids, he had strong expectations, pushing and shaping each in different ways. To the last week of his life, he devoted time and provided (often unsolicited) advice, strong opinions and guidance. In his last months, he was unafraid to let those he loved know it, initiating last discussions that deeply touched those he reached out to. He was open, and unabashed in his love for his wife Judy. When he learned he was dying, his first response was to sing a love song to her and to let her know she was cherished. Steve was described as beloved, fair and compassionate by the bench and bar. He was always prepared. His expectations for others was the same, and he was known for his shakedowns as he attempted to get opposing parties to compromise. He loved math and statistics and kept a log of his pre-negotiation predictions and results. Outside the courtroom, he could be found on the basketball court, either watching or coaching. Steve spent decades of his life coaching basketball. Initially, he and Bill Sheft created the St. Mary’s CYO boys’ basketball team. However, the majority of his coaching was at Saratoga Central Catholic with the high school girls’ team, who he jokingly said were ultimately “more coachable” than the boys. He took great pride in the scholarships and trajectory of the teams he built. His baseball card collection began as a youngster but grew room by room into adulthood. He reveled in his Italian heritage, from his mostly bread “meatball” and sauce recipes, to his role in the initial group founding the

Capital District Italian American Bar Association. He spent years swimming at the YMCA. While he enjoyed the exercise, it was the post-swim “lip-lappers” that brought him back to the pool in the early morning swims. He was a terrible golfer but took great pride and enjoyment in his involvement in the Saratoga Golf and Polo club. Lunch out was a lifelong pursuit, often with friend Harry next to him. When he retired, he and Judy loved to just take a drive, exploring places near and far, and always stopping for a bite. Steve’s favorite color was orange, and we invite you to wear it to his service to celebrate his bright and beloved life. He was a 56-year honorary life member of Saratoga Council #246 Third Degree Knights of Columbus. Steve is survived by his beloved wife, Judy (Ruggles), and five children Ann Grogan (Steve), Scott Marshall (Mickey), Tim Ferradino (Laurie), Tony Ferradino (Maureen) and Stephanie Ferradino (Michael Jennings) and many grandchildren spanning several decades. He remained friends with his first wife, Amejo Amyot, and was predeceased by Patricia Bennett Ferradino, who died in 2003. Relatives and friends gathered to remember him on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs NY12866. The Knights of Columbus were present for their services. A funeral home service followed. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Contributions would be gratefully accepted in Stephen’s name to Siena College, Community Hospice and Wesley Nursing Home. Online remembrances may be Burke & Bussing made at burkefuneralhome.com Funeral Homes

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Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

COURT Justin P. Rock, 37, pleaded July 14 to four felony robbery counts in connection with a February crime spree in Saratoga Springs. From Feb. 19-21, Rock, while indicating he had a firearm, entered the X-Tra Mart, Smone ‘n’ Save, Post Time Wine & Spirits, and I Love New York Pizza establishments in Saratoga Springs and demanded cash from the respective registers. Collectively, he made off with hundreds of dollars, according to a statement released by Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen. Rock faces 8 to 16 years in prison when sentenced Sept. 15, and will pay full restitution to the businesses, Heggen said. Cassandra Barden, 37, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded July 7 to criminal contempt in the first-degree, and burglary in the third-degree – both felonies. Sentencing Sept. 8. Kalvin L. Pittman, 39, of Amsterdam, was sentenced July 6 to 3 years incarceration and 2 years post-release

supervision, after pleading to attempted criminal possession of a weapon in the second-degree, first charged in March in Saratoga Springs. Keenu Watso, 27, of Albany, was sentenced July 8 to 1-1/2 to 3 years incarceration, after pleading to aggravated family offense felony, first charged in Waterford. Scott Blowers, 53, of Hudson Falls, was sentenced July 13 to 5 years of probation, in connection with felony assault charges in Wilton in 2019. Jeffrey Stone, 55, of Richville, was sentenced July 13 to 3 years of probation, after pleading to failure to register as a sex offender in Wilton. Christopher Millington, 38, of Gansevoort, was sentenced July 13 to 1 to 3 years incarceration, after pleading to criminal contempt, in Northumberland. Bradley Hill, 24, of South Glens Falls, pleaded July 13 to reckless endangerment in the first-degree, in Moreau. Sentencing Sept. 28.

POLICE Shawn Whitman, 21, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 4 with assault in the third-degree. Maison Dufty, 18, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 4 with menacing, coercion, and criminal possession of a weapon. Between June 23 and 29, the Sheriff ’s Office Narcotics Unit arrested six people in connection with the possession and sales of firearms in Saratoga County. They are accused of the possession and sale of firearms in Saratoga Springs and in Milton, and each of the six have been received multiple charged of criminal sale and criminal possession of a weapon. Those charged are: Michael S. Andrews, 25, Johnathon M. Parker, 29, of Hudson Falls, Jeffrey R. Bishop, 30, of Saratoga Springs, Patricia J. Show, 39, of Saratoga Springs, Teanna L. Gonzalez, 31, of Saratoga Springs, and Maggie L. Hayes, 27, of Ballston Spa. As a result of the investigation

two handguns, multiple magazines, including a 30-round capacity magazine, were seized according to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office. Michael Kelly, 19, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 4 with DWI, and operating avehicle after consuming alcohol less than 21. Michael Burke, 34, of Albany, was charged July 3 in Saratoga Springs with petit larceny. Natavio Dawson, 23, of Schenectady, was charged July 3 in Saratoga Springs with DWI, leaving the scene of a property damage accident, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, passing a red light, and having no motor vehicle license. Autumn Sanders, 41, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 2 with petit larceny. Carter Gordon, 19, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 2 with assault, criminal possession of a controlled substance, possession of a forged instrument, obstruct

governmental administration, and resisting arrest. Laurie Agan, 61, of Ballston Spa, was charged July 1 in Saratoga Springs with DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation, and moving from lane unsafely. Max Sanchez, 23, of Albany, was charged in Saratoga Springs July 1 with speeding, and aggravated unlicensed operation. Donald Gilbert, 36, of Ballston Spa, was charged in Saratoga Springs July 1 with DWI, refusal to take a breath test, leaving the scene, driving on/ across sidewalk, and failure to keep right. Michael Green, 19, of Saratoga Springs, Evan Jenkins, 18, of Gansevoort, and Christopher Rothaupt, of Saratoga Springs, were each charged June 28 with endangering the welfare of a minor, conspiracy, menacing, petit larceny, burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, and robbery. Ciera Bratis, 30, of Clifton Park, was charged in Saratoga Springs with two counts each identity theft, and petit larceny.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Casino Hotel is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host their 25th Blood Drive on Monday, July 25. Members of the local community are urged to join dozens of Saratoga Casino Hotel team members to give blood from noon to 6 p.m. inside the hotel ballroom. The need for blood remains crucial for patients relying on lifesaving transfusions. The American Red Cross continues to experience

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a severe blood shortage and is currently focused on increasing donations from African-American and minority donors to treat patients with sickle cell disease. Schedule an appointment to give blood by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code SARATOACASINO, by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

Railroad History Program: The Saratoga & Schuylerville SARATOGA SPRINGS — A program featuring the history the Saratoga & Schuylerville railroad will be presented 7 p.m. Thursday, July 28 at the Saratoga Springs History Museum in Congress Park. Richard Chait, author of Rails in and Around Saratoga Springs will deliver the presentation, as part of the Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust program. The Saratoga & Schuylerville (S&S) Railroad picked up in 1946 where the Fitchburg Branch of the Boston & Maine had left off years earlier. The line connected Saratoga Springs and Schuylerville, carrying coal and other commodities to

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communities along the Route 29 corridor. However, the S&S’s success was short lived, as the trucking industry soon began to offer stiff competition that was difficult to overcome. As a result, the Saratoga & Schuylerville curtailed its operations a short 10 years later, in 1956. Around Saratoga today one can still see reminders of this train line, which this presentation will highlight, as well as detailing other interesting pieces of Saratoga and Schuylerville history. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 518-584-6920 ext. 102 or visit www.saratogahistory.org.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Men With Wellspring has launched their Raising the Bar initiative at 40 local bars and restaurants to encourage conversation around relationship abuse and sexual assault prevention in Saratoga County. Establishments participating in the Raising the Bar project serve beverages on specially designed drink coasters featuring text such as “Sexual violence thrives in silence” and “Cold ones don’t equal consent.” The coasters are meant to spark conversations amongst patrons and encourage everyone to be involved in changing the social norms that contribute to sexual victimization in our own community.

The coasters also provide access to crucial information about the sexual assault services Wellspring offers. Each of the seven different coaster designs includes either Men With Wellspring’s website address or a QR code that patrons can scan with their phones which leads to the website. Men With Wellspring is a volunteer group of Wellspring - the Saratoga County domestic violence and sexual assault resource agency. Restaurants and bars in Saratoga County with interest in becoming a Raising the Bar partner can reach out to Men With Wellspring at wellspringcares.org/men-withwellspring for more information.

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Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, Saratoga Arts Partner for ‘Art In The Park’ Saturday, July 23

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) and Saratoga Arts will join forces during the racing season in Saratoga to bring a special Art in the Park to historic Congress Park on Saturday,

July 23. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a rain date of July 30. This year’s inaugural July event will be underwritten by the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) for the benefit of

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the extended Saratoga community and in celebration of the 2022 summer meet at historic Saratoga Race Course. As a result of NYRA’s sponsorship,

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Saratoga Arts will be able to offer free booths to 5 Thoroughbred Aftercare and Equine related charities and 5 local community organizations serving the

Saratoga Springs community. For more infomation on the Art in the Park event visit the website www.saratoga-arts.org/ Art-in-the-Park.

NEWS

City Finances: June Sales Tax Revenue Slump A Cause for Concern by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Pronouncements aside by some of a robust summertime seasonin-progress, Saratoga Springs Finance Commissioner Minita Sanghvi told the council at its July 19 meeting that tax revenue the city receives to help fund its

budgeting is down when comparing June 2022 to June 2021 levels. “Today I bring some not-sogood news. While our sales tax collections in the past have been strong, we are seeing tepid results this month,” Sanghvi said. “This is a major cause for concern.” Sales tax revenue is down 13.47 % June 2022 compared to June 2021, a $54,000-plus

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BALLSTON SPA — At its monthly full-member board meeting July 19, the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors approved a lease agreement for the short-term lease of the rear portion of 145 South Broadway in Saratoga Springs - also known as 4 Adelphi St. – to be used as a “Code Blue” emergency homeless shelter for the winter months. The term of the lease, once signed, is effective immediately and runs through April 30, 2023 at a cost of $8,000 per month. Much of that funding is anticipated to be reimbursed by the state Department of Social Services. In 2020, Shelters of Saratoga which oversees the Code Blue shelter program – operated the same temporary venue, a 61-bed facility just west of South Broadway, which it leased through 2021.

Motivated to action in the wake of the death of a city woman exposed to a winter’s elements on a December night in 2013, a temporary homeless emergency shelter was launched in Saratoga Springs that Christmas Eve at St. Peter’s Parish Center. A series of temporary winter shelters, sited at a variety of venues across town, have followed: the Salvation Army building west of Broadway and Soul Saving Station Church east of Broadway, among them. Presbyterian New England Congregational Church was also open for extended periods to care for any “overflow” of people requiring shelter during cold temperature spells. In addition to approving the temporary lease of the Adelphi Street building, members of the board expressed a desire to seek a location that could be used on a permanent basis starting in winter 2023. The Board also approved a

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decline. Occupancy tax is up, but mortgage tax is down by about 4%, she added. “Maintain your budgets, find cuts if possible, and definitely don’t add any increases. Please look at absolutely must-do things, and not a wish list,” Sanghvi urged councilmembers. “I was talking about how the recession was on our doorstep; Well, it’s knocking.”

County Board Approves Temporary Lease for Saratoga Springs Code Blue Emergency Shelter by Thomas Dimopoulos

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rental agreement with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for the placement of communications and related equipment on the county’s radio communications shelter located at 99 Radar Road in the town of Stillwater. The FBI sought to rent the space for the placement, operation and maintenance of communications equipment to improve their radio communications, according to the agreement. The one-year rental agreement, at $250 per month begins Aug. 1, with the option to renew annually for an additional 9 years on the same terms and rental cost. The Board also authorized a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of the Navy’s Naval Surface Warfare Center, for the loan of 3 thermal imaging cameras and 12-night vision goggles for one year, at a cost of $4,500. The estimated cost of purchasing the equipment outright is approximately $49,500.

A U.S. News & World Report community ranking released this week names Saratoga County at number 60 in the country and #1 in New York State.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA COUNTY — A U.S. News & World Report ranking nearly 3,000 U.S. counties and county equivalents in 89 metrics across 10 health and healthrelated categories has named Saratoga County at number 60 in its overall rankings, and tops in all of New York State. The ranking system used 89 individual metrics, and communities were scored across 10 categories: Population Health, Equity, Education, Economy, Housing, Food & Nutrition, Environment, Public Safety, Community Vitality, and Infrastructure. Saratoga County’s highest rankings came in the Education, Public Safety, Economy, and Population Health categories. The county’s lowest rankings came in the Housing and Community Vitality categories. The broad framework of categories and subcategories is based

on factors key to evaluating community health that were identified by the National Committee on Vital and Health Statistics – a policy advisory board to the head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – as part of its Measurement Framework for Community Health and Well-Being. The top 3 ranked communities in the country, according to the report are: Los Alamos County, New Mexico; Falls Church City, Virginia, and Douglas County, Colorado. Nassau County, at number 98, was the only other New York community to rank in the top 100. Of Saratoga’s neighboring counties which made it to the top 500, Warren Country was ranked at number 357 overall, Albany County at 444, and Rensselaer County at 442. For an in-depth analysis and the complete Healthiest Communities Rankings of 2022 list, go to: www.usnews.com/news/ healthiest-communities/rankings.

NEWS

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

POSTAL CHALLENGES IMPACTING LOCAL DELIVERIES by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The private message from a local resident came via Twitter. “Hey, I have a story lead (sic) maybe,” it began. “Wondering if there’s any truth to the rumor that the post office is delivering mail every other day in Saratoga Springs due to mail carrier shortage.” A quick trip to the local post office to ask this very question soon followed. “Delivery every other day?” “Pretty much,” the postal window clerk on duty, said simply. “Since when?” “It’s been going on quite a while,” came the response. What followed that was a media request made with the USPS upstate N.Y. regional representative seeking an interview with the Postmaster for Saratoga Springs, N.Y. to learn more about the status of local delivery, as well as general staffing information detailing employment comparisons to years past, and what positions are currently being sought. “Due to several recent retirements, we are experiencing challenges with employee availability in some locations causing occasional impacts to mail deliveries,” responded Mark Lawrence via email. Lawrence is the strategic communications specialist for the United States Postal Service in the Upstate New York, Central & Western Pennsylvania area. “We have taken specific actions to continue service to our valued customers, which includes: • Continue to fully authorize overtime to allow employees to work the time necessary to deliver mail; Expanded mail deliveries to

earlier in the morning, later in the evening, and on Sundays to ensure customers receive mail at the earliest date possible. • Use additional carriers from nearby offices, when necessary, to maintain mail deliveries. • Hiring additional personnel. To view available positions, go to about.usps.com/careers. Job postings are updated frequently, so job seekers should check the website often. We appreciate our customers’ patience and understanding and want to assure customers that we will continue to adjust routes as needed to improve service.” To the latter point, the Postal Service was on hand for the Albany Job Fair in Latham July 13 and hosted two job fairs - July 20 at the Saratoga Springs Post Office on Broadway and July 21 at the Post Office on Washington Street - with a focus on letter carrier applicants. “It’s important to note our hiring efforts are ongoing at many locations nationwide. That’s because it’s part of our Delivering for America plan, which includes building and retaining a diverse pipeline of candidates not just for the present day, but for years to come,” Lawrence said. “The Delivering for America plan is off to a great start,” he added. “Since the beginning of the last fiscal year, the Postal Service converted 63,000 precareer employees into career positions and onboarded more than 185,000 employees since the beginning of last fiscal year, including the backfilling of the 63,000 pre-career employees.” For more information about positions sought, and applying for a job at the USPS, go to: about. usps.com/careers.

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Saratoga Springs Post Office on Broadway, July 2022. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

NEWS

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Multi-Family Affordable Housing Saratoga Springs’ Role in The Fight For Women’s Project Slated for Spring 2023 Suffrage Honored

Plans for The Riverview at Corinth Affordable Housing Project, which will be located on Pine Street in the village. Photo provided.

CORINTH — Plans to build a 60 multi-family affordable housing complex in Corinth are moving forward following the state’s announcement last week that it has awarded $7.3 million to RISE Housing and Support Services toward the construction of the building. The Riverview at Corinth Affordable Housing Project, which will be located on Pine Street in the village of Corinth, will provide 30 supportive housing apartments, 15 affordable senior housing apartments and 15 affordable community apartments. Bonacio Construction, Inc. will oversee the construction of the apartment building which

is expected to break ground by the spring of 2023. The total cost of the project is projected to be $21 million. In addition to providing affordable housing to Corinth residents, the project will also create eight jobs for the community including two case workers and one registered nurse to help provide support for residents. The project is projected to bring in an additional $1.4 million in annual revenue to the village. The project is joint effort of RISE and Corinth-based Hudson River Community Credit Union (HRCCU)whose Board of Directors determined three years

ago that the single greatest challenge for many of its members living in the community is their ability to afford quality housing. HRCCU found a partner in RISE to build and operate the 60-unit apartment building, which will consist of both 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for Corinth seniors and residents. The three-acre parcel of land on which the apartment building will be constructed was donated by HRCCU. The funds awarded to the project are part of a $104 million in state grants announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul to create and preserve 864 affordable housing units across New York State.

Saratoga County Historian Lauren Roberts speaks outside Congress Park where a marker celebrating Matilda Joslyn Gage was unveiled July 13, 2022. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs’ role in the fight for women’s suffrage was honored in a series of events on July 13. Two National Votes for Women Trail (NVWT) markers were dedicated to commemorate the role that Saratoga Springs had in giving women the right to vote. The first was placed at 11 Fifth

Ave. the childhood home of local suffragist Kathryn Starbuck. A march from Fifth Avenue to Congress Park followed. Many attendees wore suffragist white to show support. A marker celebrating Matilda Joslyn Gage and her role starting the New York State Woman Suffrage Association in Saratoga Springs was subsequently unveiled outside Congress Park, and an afternoon of dedications followed at Canfield Casino.

OBITUARIES

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

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Arlene Barber

Nancy Cornell

John P. Baldasaro

Elaine Marko

Donna Virden

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Arlene Barber, age 83, died July 4, with her family by her side. A funeral service was held on July 15 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nancy Cornell, age 89, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Saratoga Hospital. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

WILTON — John P. Baldasaro, 92, died July 15, 2022. A mass of service was celebrated July 21 at St. Clements Church. The Rite of Committal with military honors was held at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Visit: compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Elaine Marko died July 13. A mass service was held on July 19 at St. Clements Roman Catholic Church. Burial was held following the mass service at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Visit: www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Donna Virden, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Saratoga Hospital. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the American Legion Post 278, Schuylerville. www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

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Lula Polezoes

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Margot A. Panton, 84, passed away on Monday, July 11, 2022. Calling hours and funeral service were held on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Burke Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373). Burial took place in Greenridge Burke & Bussing Cemetery, Lincoln Avenue. Funeral Homes Visit burkefuneralhome.com

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BUSINESS

Saratoga Hospital Earns National Recognition for Cardiovascular Care SARATOGA SPRINGS — The American Heart Association has recognized Saratoga Hospital with “Gold Plus” achievement awards for its commitment to the best practices in treating patients with strokes and heart attacks. Research shows these practices help save lives, reduce recovery times and prevent readmission into the hospital. Saratoga Hospital, a member of the Albany Med Health System, earned two of the most prestigious quality achievement awards: The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s “Get with the Guidelines®” Gold

Plus target: Stroke Honor Roll and “Mission: Lifeline®” STEMI (“ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction) Receiving Center Gold Plus. Saratoga Hospital has received a “Mission: Lifeline” award for heart attack care four years in a row. The “Get with the Guidelines” stroke award comes less than two years after the hospital launched a telestroke program that gives patients around-theclock emergency access to neurologists who have extensive experience treating strokes. For more information on these achievements visit: www. saratogahospital.org.

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Wesley Community in Saratoga Names Three New Directors

Patti Beattie. Photo provided.

Tim Carota. Photo provided.

Steve Miller. Photo provided.

SARATOGA — The Wesley Community has recently announced the appointment of three new directors to its leadership team, effective immediately. Patricia Beattie was named as Director of Education, Stephen Miller was named as Director of Information Technology, and Timothy Carota was named as Director of Maintenance and Building Safety. “We are pleased to appoint these three outstanding candidates to their respective leadership roles here at The Wesley Community,” said J. Brian Nealon, CEO of Wesley. “Their combined experience, work ethic and exemplary commitment to our residents will allow us to enhance and expand our services while positioning us well for the future of senior health care. I am confident our residents and their families will applaud these leaders and all they have to offer to the community we share.” Beattie has worked in a

variety of nursing capacities for Wesley for nearly two decades. In her new role, she will manage the education department and its staff, including conducting routine Certified Nursing Assistant Training classes, in-service educational training, orientation and clinical competency programs in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Additionally, she will work closely with all departments to ensure all educationrelated requirements are met. Miller, as Director of Information Technology, will be responsible for all aspects of the Wesley Community’s technology and business functions, including IT strategy and implementation, information security, business applications and technology solutions. Miller brings 24 years of information technology experience to the position. In his new role, Miller will work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement and support

cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization. He will additionally be charged with ensuring that the Wesley Community is implementing the newest and most sophisticated IT strategies. Carota brings a comprehensive background to his position as Director of Maintenance and Building Safety. He is no stranger to the Wesley Community, having worked as Maintenance and Grounds Supervisor at the senior living campus from 2013 to 2016. Since that time, he has worked as Director of Maintenance and Director of Plant Operations for other senior facilities in the Capital Region. In his new role with Wesley, he will plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Maintenance and Building Safety Department in accordance with federal, state and local standards. For more information about the Wesley Community, visit www.thewesleycommunity.org.

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

BUSINESS BRIEFS

Dake Foundation for Children Welcomes New Executive Director SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Board of Directors for the Dake Foundation for Children has announced a new Executive Director, Sarah Burns. She brings more than 15 years of nonprofit experience to the Dake Foundation, and her leadership has resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars raised for organizations across the upstate region. For more than a decade, The Dake Foundation for Children has been helping local youth with physical disabilities. Founder Gary Dake, President of Stewart’s Shops, realized that health insurance would fund “medical necessities” but would not approve recreational equipment or activities, and he vowed to work to close that gap. Since then, the foundation has

helped connect more than 330 children with adaptive bikes, tricycles, swings, strollers and communication tools that allow them to have the fun, carefree experiences that every child deserves. “The Dake Foundation’s mission and the families they serve have truly captured my heart,” Sarah Burns said in a statement. “I feel a great responsibility toward ensuring that this incredible work continues, and I look forward to working with the board on behalf of these very deserving kids.” Burns will assume day-to-day operations for the organization and will lead their fundraising, marketing and community engagement initiatives. “Sarah has worked closely with the foundation over the last

Sarah Burns. Photo provided.

year and has demonstrated a passion for our mission, which will serve her and the foundation well moving forward,” said Gary Dake. For more information on the Dake Foundation and for the latest updates, visit www.dakefoundation.org, or follow them on Facebook and Instagram @dakefoundationforchildren.

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Gives Grant to Assist Kids BALLSTON SPA — Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Chairman Theodore T. Kusnierz, Jr. presented a $50,000 grant to Saratoga County Fair President, Jennifer Flinton, on behalf of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, July 20. The fair received the grant from the County’s Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Fund. The grant will help the County Fair provide a full day of fun for children attending town and city recreation camps throughout Saratoga County. The children will receive entry, lunch, and unlimited rides on the day their camp attends the Saratoga County Fair. The check presentation was made at the Saratoga County America’s Turning Point tent at the Fair. The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors created the two-million-dollar Saratoga County Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Fund to assist community non-profits that were negatively affected by the pandemic to help them continue beneficial programs and projects for County residents. More than 170 organizations received a grant ranging from $500 to a maximum of $50,000.

Chairman and Town of Moreau Supervisor, Theodore J. Kusnierz, Jr. Presents a check for $50,000 to Jennifer Flinton, President of the Saratoga County Fair. Photo provided.

Saratoga Hospital Names New Ceo SARATOGA — Jill Johnson VanKuren of MedStar Health System in Maryland, has been named the new President and CEO of Saratoga Hospital, a member of the Albany Med Health System. She will assume the office on September 19. Saratoga Hospital Board of Trustees Chairperson, Michael J. Toohey, announced VanKuren’s appointment on July 19, citing her 17 years of experience with the largest integrated healthcare system in the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area. Most recently, VanKuren served as Senior Vice President of Operations and Chief Operating Officer at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, one of ten MedStar hospitals. “From her first interview, Jill impressed us with her understanding of the vital role of a community hospital in a larger health system,” Toohey said. “She shares our commitment to maintaining Saratoga Hospital’s reputation for exceptional quality and personal attention while bringing the benefits of

Jill Johnson VanKuren. Photo provided.

the Albany Med Health System to our patients and community.” VanKuren succeeds Angelo Calbone, who will retire in August after 16 years of significant investment in programs, facilities and talent. He is credited with leading the transformation of the hospital and healthcare in the Saratoga region. “I have a deep respect for the community and the culture that the people of Saratoga Hospital have built over the years,” VanKuren said. “I look forward to building on that strong foundation as we evolve to support the future needs of the community. I am honored to have been selected to lead this team.”

BUSINESS

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

The “R” Word: Recession

by David Rath, CMT, CFA for Saratoga TODAY

It is at the tip of everyone’s tongue. It is the lead story every night on the news. Of course, I’m talking about a recession. Beyond the sensationalist headlines and the actual financial pain felt by millions of Americans lies the question: “What can I do about it?” A pragmatic approach shifts the focus from worrying to doing. These periods are never fun for anyone involved, but they are expected throughout history. With that, let’s examine what defines a recession and what it means for you. Recessions are defined by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), which pores over data and makes the determination many months after the fact. While a helpful rule of thumb, the accepted wisdom of two consecutive quarters of

negative Gross Domestic Product growth defining a recession is not entirely accurate. I make this distinction because it is impossible in real-time to say for sure if we are in an official recession or not. Furthermore, at the risk of being flippant, does it really matter? Does an official determination by the NBER in the distant future change our actions in the present? I would argue, “no.” Recessions occur, on average, once every five to six years. If we are in one currently, it would represent about two years after the last lockdown-induced recession in 2020. Prior to that, we had the “Great Recession” of 2007-2009. They are naturally occurring events of the business cycle, but each will have a distinctive fingerprint based on various factors given the economic environment at that time. Many people go to great lengths to forecast their beginning and end. However, energy is best used focusing on the details that help you and your family survive and prosper when the expansionary cycle begins anew. For most, the number one risk in a recession is losing a source of income. While we might not be able to control the eventual fate of our employment, we can take measures to improve our prospects in the job market or with our current employer. This can include obtaining an additional certification or

refining a current skillset with on-the-job training. This step might take a while to bear fruit, so getting started sooner than later is advisable. Budgeting is an essential tool for success in good times, but even more so in lean times. Examining your spending habits can identify the fat to be trimmed if the proverbial belt needs to be tightened. The earlier you can start, the better. Evaluate your investment mix. The prior six months have reminded us of the risks of investing. Even those with a prudent mix of stocks and bonds

felt the pain as both stocks and bonds declined. Six months is a blip on a long-term investor’s timeline, so any rash decisions based on recent history will have long-lasting implications. However, prudence doesn’t necessarily mean inaction. Similar to the budgeting process, there may be some fat to be trimmed and better positioned for the months and years ahead. My two sons are a joy, but sometimes they make my life difficult. Not unlike recessions and bear markets, their tantrums are part of the overall package – I can’t

cherry-pick the good times. When the inevitable meltdown occurs, it is best to deal with the situation with a level head and an eye toward the future. Be sure to reach out if you need further guidance during this difficult time. David Rath, CMT, CFA, is the Chief Investment Officer at Continuum Wealth Advisors in Saratoga Springs. Continuum Wealth Advisors, LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor registered through the Securities and Exchange Commission. For more information, visit contwealth.com.

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Malta Land Company LLC sold property at 28 Yachtmans Way to Stephen Von Heill for $595,610.

Roohan Realty listing by Kate Naughton sold for $435,000.

BALLSTON Bordeau Builders Inc sold property at 102 Lancaster Ct to John Eisenhut for $379,355 Barbera Homes Kelley Farms LLC sold property at 12 Stablegate Dr to Naresh Kannan for $590,585. Barbera Homes Kelley Farms LLC sold property at 14 Harvester Way to Daniel Wahl for $448,237. John Simpson sold property at 8 Long Creek Dr to Daniel Rhatigan for $670,000.

MALTA Wendy Daubert sold property at 34 Cedarwood Dr to Daniel Fischetti for $371,000. Matthew Brousseau sold property at 181 Thimbleberry Rd to Paul Woodruff for $266,000 Robert Fretto sold property at 25 Coronado Way to Lauren Obijiski for $640,000

Ward Peek sold property at 4165 Silver Beach Rd to Steven Davis for $535,000 Malta Land Company LLC sold property at 12 Spinnaker Dr to Michael LeFevre for $621,151. 711 Property Investors Group LLC sold property at 203 Rhule Rd to Georgia Entities LLC for $269,000. Felix Levitov sold property at 4 Surrey Dr to Omer Gundogmus for $516,000 Luigi Santorio sold property at 84 Arrowwood Pl to Kristopher Lapan for $211,000 Michael Kinstrey sold property at 10 Timber Trace to Christopher Gitro for $435,000 Hai Zhu sold property at 8 Plum Poppy Ct to Meagan Rivenburgh for $550,000

SARATOGA Carhack LLC sold property at 1231 NYS Rt 9P to Daniel Perciballi for $1,450,000 Ethan Bliss sold property at 35 Burgoyne St to Brandon Desjardins for $255,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS Martin Manti sold property at 27 Vichy Dr to Lawrence Tabor for $350,000 Christopher Johns sold property at 361 Caroline St to Sid Azar for $520,000 Jane Leifer sold property at 11 Collins Terr to Daniel Sullivan for $600,000. Anne Trainor sold property at 77 Regent St to Shelly Park LLC for $805,000. Regatta View LLC sold property at 7 Dartmouth Way to Jera Meren for $593,521 Michael Ryan sold property at 4 Outlook Ave to Brian Lorys for $580,000 Jacklyn Clark sold property at 18 Jumel Place to Richard Bangert for $375,000. Donald Braim sold property at 10 Curt Blvd to Danielle Braim for $105,000. Alexander Rotollo sold property at 61 Newton Ave to Kenneth Klein for $975,000 Willella Properties sold property at 26 Van Dorn St to Lemay House LLC for $580,000 Saratoga Parking Services LLC sold property at 227 223 211 Union Ave to Oklahoma Dreaming LLC for $5,250,000.

Thomas Barkley sold property at 93 Nelson Ave to Georgeanna Nugent for $850,000 Indy Flipper LLC sold property at 7 Madison St to Melissa Dicke for $1,320,000 Eric Huss sold property at 54 Ash St to Jenny Huss for $160,000. Esquire Properties of Troy sold property at 80 Brook Rd to Victor Ikeda for $500,000.

15 WILTON Robert Blair sold property at 345 Pettis Rd to Martha Moran for $320,000. GW Luxe LLC sold property at 25 Stone Ridge Rd to Ryan Campion for $543,709. William Morris sold property at 12 Colleen Ct to McPadden Builders Inc for $120,000. Jane Luciani sold property at 12 Fairway Blvd to Christina Luciani for $262,886

EDUCATION

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Skidmore College and The Tang Museum to Host Summer Concert Series and Art Pop-Up for Kids SARATOGA – On Thursday, July 21, at 6 p.m., Skidmore College will be hosting a performance by indie folk pop band Bruiser and Bicycle on the lawn outside the Tang Museum. A

drop-in art-making table for kids will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m. Bruiser and Bicycle is an everchanging rock outfit from Albany. Led by Nick Whittemore and

Indie group Bruiser and Bicycle. Photo provided.

Keegan Graziane, the group writes melodically rich songs inspired by the surreal and the macabre. For its 21st season, the “Upbeat on the Roof ” summer series highlights regional musical talent every Thursday from July 7 through August 18, at 6 p.m. Performances take place on

the lawn outside the Tang and are free and open to the public. Visitors are invited to bring picnic blankets, camping chairs and their own food and drink to make it a night. New this year, the Tang offers an art-making station for kids at every concert. Children aged 5-12 are invited to arrive at 5:30 p.m. to

get creative and make art with Tang Education Intern Paul Seggev ’23, the Carole Marchand ’57 Endowed Intern. Each week features a different art-making activity and is free, no registration required. For more details visit the Tang’s website at https://tang. skidmore.edu/.

Congressman Tonko Announces 2022 Congressional App Challenge SARATOGA SPRINGS — Congressman Paul D. Tonko has recently announced the launch of this year’s Congressional App Challenge (CAC), an app competition for students in middle and high school. Officially launched by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2015, the Congressional App Challenge is a nationwide effort allowing students to compete against their peers by creating an app for mobile, tablet, or computer devices. The challenge aims to encourage innovation and engagement in coding, computer science and STEM education, a longtime priority for Congressman Tonko. “I’m thrilled to once again open up the Congressional App Challenge to any interested students in our Capital Region,” Congressman Tonko said. “Throughout the years, I have continually been impressed with the innovative, technological skill our students display in developing and programming their apps. I will always support these worthy programs that encourage STEM learning and look forward to

seeing this year’s submissions.” The submission portal is now open. Students can register and submit their applications at CongressionalAppChallenge.US until November 1st, 2022. The Challenge accepts apps written in any programming language, for any platform, and the competition is open to all students who attend a school in the 20 participating school districts, regardless of coding experience. The winning individual or team will be chosen by an appointed panel of judges and will receive an invitation to a reception

held in their honor. Their application will also be featured on CongressionalAppChallenge.US. The winning app will also be on display in the U.S. Capitol alongside other winners from across the country. For more information on the Congressional App Challenge in NY-20, including eligibility requirements and judging criteria, please visit: tonko.house.gov/ constituent-services/congressionalapp-competition.htm. For additional information about the Competition, please visit: CongressionalAppChallenge.US.

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner Geyser Road Elementary Recognizes Geyser Elementary Students Names New Principal

Photo provided.

SARATOGA — On Friday, July 8, a select group of fifth graders from Geyser Road Elementary School were recognized by Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner. Ten students received the 2022 Sandra G. Morely Physical

Education Student Leadership Award. This statewide honor is presented to fifth graders who excel academically, in physical fitness and contribute to the school culture in a positive way. The ten young leaders that

were recognized are pictured from left to right: James Freeh, Hunter Ungeheuer, Thomas Armstrong, Harrison Ungeheuer, Wyatt Wilson, Elizabeth Tempest, Ava Fitzgibbon, Ella Smullen, Norah Quaranta and Madelyn Green (not pictured).

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Cody Conley, assistant principal at Saratoga Springs High School, has been appointed as the next Geyser Road Elementary School Principal. Mr. Conley replaced Dr. Michele Whitley who was appointed as the Director of K-12 Humanities and Elementary Instruction for the district. “Cody has done a wonderful job serving as an Assistant Principal at our high school and is very excited for the opportunity to join the Geyser Road Elementary School community,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Patton. Conley has spent the past four years working as an Assistant Principal at Saratoga Springs High School. Mr. Conley earned a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education/Elementary Education from Plattsburgh State University in 2000 and a Master’s degree in Literacy from University at Albany in 2005.

Cody Conley. Photo provided.

For more about Geyser Road Elementary visit saratogaschools. org/geyser-road-elementary

Food

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Beneath a small farm

lies a big dream

Oven Fried Chicken Wings

HIGH ROCK PARK SATURDAYS 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. WEDNESDAYS 3 - 6 p.m.

by Himanee Gupta for Saratoga TODAY Photos provided.

Hepatica Farm

ursts of tiny pink, white, and blue hepatica wildflowers signify spring.

YIELDS: 4 servings | PREP: 10 min | COOK TIME: 1 hr. 10 min These chicken wings are browned and crispy WITHOUT the use of frying oil.

For Arthur Kraamwinkel and Melanie Seserman, spring is their farm, Hepatica Farm, a new Saratoga Farmers’ Market vendor. Kraamwinkel and Seserman are in their 50s; the farm is a vision they plan to build in what they call their “third spring” – after earlier careers, after children became adults.

They raise chickens and turkeys on land in Greenwich protected by a conservation easement. The chicken meat they bring each week to market is certified organic, as are the grains the birds eat and the pastures where they roam. The turkey they’ll offer during the holiday season is being produced in a similar way. This is only the beginning. “We are trying to make a biodynamic farm,” Seserman says. “In a biodynamic farm, everything is harmonious. So you don’t just have one product.” “Right now, we have chickens because chickens are a way that you can bring money into your farm and start to build infrastructure.” As the infrastructure is built, they plan to raise pigs, then cows, and perhaps goats as well as sheep. The cows eat grass, and the milk from the cows with the fat skimmed off feeds the pigs. Manure from all animals helps nourish the fields, making way for beneficial flowers, grasses, bees, butterflies, and other living beings to thrive. “It’s about more than raising all these different animals for meat to make money,” Seserman says. “We have a vision. It’s a little ecosystem we’re creating.”

INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

FOR THE CHICKEN WINGS: As we talked, Kraamwinkel drove us up the hills to where the chickens and turkeys are pastured. We stepped over low electrified fencing and greeted the birds. “Why, hello,” Seserman exclaimed. The chickens clucked in excitement. The birds reside in several large, airy, open coops. They run about, feast on organic grains and water, and forage in lush grasses below them. Each day Kraamwinkel hitches each coop to a tractor and moves them to fresh grass. This practice gives them clean grasses daily and helps the full pasture get the beneficial effects of foraging. The couple sells their meat at farmers’ markets and small farm stores. They also make it available to those who are food insecure through Capital Roots and the Saratoga Farmers’ Market contributions to the Franklin Community Center and Comfort Food Community. The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs. Find us online at saratogafarmersmarket. org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

FOR THE SPICE RUB:

• 2 lbs Hepatica Farm chicken wings*

• 1 TBS garlic powder

• 1 TBS baking powder (aluminum free)

• 1 TBS paprika

• Spice rub* of your choice or Hepatica Farm’s spice rub recipe

• 1 TBS onion powder • ½ tsp dried herbs (oregano is a favorite) • ½ tsp black pepper • 1 tsp salt

INSTRUCTIONS : 1. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. 2. Sandwich wings between paper towels and pat dry. Place bowl in the refrigerator. 3. Wrap a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a cooling rack on top. 4. Combine the spices of your choice for the rub. 5. Take the wings from the refrigerator and dry excess water from the bowl. Then add the spice rub and the baking powder. Toss the wings until evenly coated with the mixture. 6. Place the wings on the cooling rack, making sure the wings don’t touch each other. Place in the oven at 250F for 30 minutes. Then increase the temperature to 400F and bake for 40 more minutes. 7. Remove from the oven and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce. Recipe by Hepatica Farm

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Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Immerse Yourself Hello my Foodie Friends !

During the summer months, we tend to want to use appliances that make our lives easier so we can spend more time outdoors. The immersion blender is one of those tools that is so versatile and does not take up a lot of space in your kitchen.

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

This compact tool comes in handy whether you are making a creamy milkshake, or a fruit filled smoothie, blending or whipping up a frothy beverage to keep cool in the heat, this tool can handle your needs. An immersion blender is a handheld kitchen appliance that blends and purées large-batch dishes. This popular kitchen tool is helpful for making blended dishes like soups, mashed potatoes, stews, sauces, and smoothies. An immersion blender— also called a speed hand blender, stick blender, or blending wand—is shaped like a short pole with stainless steel blades at the end and a power button on the handle. Some models have variable speeds that allow you to control the blending power of the blades. The blender can be used for pureeing soups, sauces and dips, batters, and dressings as well. What is the difference between an immersion blender and a regular blender? The key difference between an immersion blender and a traditional blender is the way that they function. With a regular blender, you place your ingredients inside the jug of the blender, which purées them together with blades located at the bottom of the device. By contrast, you place an immersion blender into a pot of ingredients and move the blades through the mixture by hand to blend it together. This gives you more freedom and control over the blender blades.

mixer features 15-speed variable speeds with trigger operation for precision mixing and ease of use, an 8” stainless steel immersion shaft with stainless steel blade, and a 6-foot power cord for increased portability and movement. The non-scratch edge protects surfaces of pots, pans and bowls. Includes wire whisk attachment, 3-cup chopper bowl with stainless steel blade, and 5-cup mixing/measuring jug with dual-purpose storage lid and anti-slip mat. This summer, stop into Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place. Find the tools that help you with your summer cooking. We have all types of “cool tools for cooks” and plenty of culinary essentials to assist you with your summer entertaining. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen”.

One of our favorite immersion blenders is the Control Grip by Breville. While many immersion mixers can be clunky and hard to handle, Breville makes blending easier with their unique Control Grip™. This ergonomic trigger grip can be operated from a very natural hand position. Plus, the innovative, oval-shaped blade housing reduces suction for greater control and more thorough blending. The

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• Oven Fried Chicken w/Gravy • Mashed Potatoes • Broccoli • WW Dinner Roll • Pears

• Chicken w/ Lemon Sauce • White Rice • Mixed Vegetables • WW Dinner Roll • Mandarin Oranges

• Breaded Pork Slice w/Gravy • Buttered Noodles • Broccoli • Peaches

• Tuna Salad Sandwich • Coleslaw • Tomato & Cucumber Salad • LS Potato Chips • Frosted Cake

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7/28 • Salisbury Steak w/Gravy • Mashed Potatoes • Beets • Pineapple

Menu Subject To Change. Coffee, Tea and Butter are served daily at sites. The suggested contribution is $2 per meal. There is a $8 fee for guests under the age of 60. Please make checks payable to: Saratoga County Treasurer, c/o Saratoga County Office for the Aging, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Easy Cream of Broccoli Soup

INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 1/2 yellow onion, diced

• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

• 2 carrots, diced

• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated (can use nutritional yeast, if vegan)

• 2 heads broccoli crowns (roughly 8 cups), chopped • 3 cups vegetable broth (can also use chicken stock if not vegetarian/vegan)

• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt (can use non-dairy yogurt, if vegan)

INSTRUCTIONS • Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pot over medium-high heat. • Add the onion and carrot and cook until tender, about 4-6 minutes. • Add the broccoli, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese and cook, covered, for 15-20 minutes, or until broccoli is completely tender. • Use an immersion blender to completely puree the broccoli soup mixture. • Once pureed, add the greek yogurt and stir to incorporate. • Heat through before serving. Recipe Courtesy of Lacey Baier of A Sweet Pea Chef

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Events

The Town of Greenfield Historical Society Museum The Museum is open every Friday from 4-6 pm through Aug 26, 2022. There are 2 floors of Local History. View the many photos, Veterans Corner, logging and farming displays, Stewart’s display of ice cream making, IOOF display, and much more. The museum is located at 440 Middle Grove Road Middle Grove NY. While in town, stop by the Greenfield Farmers Market just down the road at the Church Parking Lot. Market is open from 4-7 p.m. every Friday.

Summer 2022 Aerospace Discovery Program Presenting: the RPI Engineering Ambassadors, Saturdays: July 30, August 6 and 13 from 10 a.m. – Noon. A 3-part program presented by the Empire State Aerosciences Museum, located at 250 Rudy Chase Dr. in Glenville. This specialized program is for students entering 7, 8 or 9th grades in the fall. Each week, participants will learn different engineering aspects of aerospace technology. Each class will be followed by a short tour of ESAM, focusing on the material presented. To register please call Pat at 518-377-2191 or email, esam.office@gmail.com. Deadline is June 20 or until classes fill up.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Clifton Park: July - Artwork by Sherry Walkup August - Artist David Mayack will be exhibiting. Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton

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Park: August & September - Group Show featuring five members, Artists Virginia Harrison, Barbara Hurley, Kristine Kelly, Judy Loucks, and Jo Weatherwax. Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main St., Mechanicville: July & August - Artist Kristine Kelly. The Waterford Library, 117 Third St., Waterford: August - Artists, Jack Morgan, Anup Sood and Joan VanAlphen. Visit these venues and enjoy the artwork of these various artists. For more information about SSAS visit our website: southernsaratogaartist.com. For more information, visit our website: www.southernsaratogaartist.com

5K Trail Series The Saratoga Stryders Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series will be held at 6:15 p.m. Monday evenings in August: August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. Registration is day-of only: $30 for all 5 or $5 for each individual race. This is a low-key, fun event topped off by unusual raffle prizes. Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. For more information, call Laura Clark at 581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saratogastryders.org.

Acting and Performance Drama Camp Monday – Friday, August 1 – August 12, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Actors and actresses collaborate as a team to decide whether to write an original script or use existing storylines that they make their own. Through the process campers will develop characters, design a set, choose costumes, rehearse, and perform their work. This program for 11–16-year-olds is led by Malta Artistic Director, Elyse Young, at the Malta Community Center, One Bayberry Dr., Malta. Acting exercises, vocal skills, theater games and crafts included. Camp culminates with a performance the

last day of camp. Contact Malta Parks and Recreation at 518-8994411 for more information or go to www.maltaparksrec.com to register.

Toast to the Ta Ta’s Annual wine tasting fundraiser presented by Village Pizzeria & Ristorante. Silent auction, entertainment, wine pull, appetizers, with special guest Joe Carr. Tuesday, August 2 at 6 p.m. $75 per guest. Tickets available in advance or at venue. And Tee Off Fore Ta Ta’s - Annual Charity Golf Tournament on September 17 at Hales Mills Country Club. Foursomes and Singles – Prizes – Post Play Banquet. $125 per golfer or $500 per 4-some. All proceeds benefit To Life, local cancer support network, Brady Duhame “Buddha,” Local Chef & Dear Friend. For more information visit www.villagepizzeria. com or contact Sandra Foster wineanddineon239@gmail.com.

Schuylerville Central School Alumni Annual Banquet Schuylerville Central School Alumni will be holding their annual banquet on Saturday, August 6 at 6 pm at the American legion in Schuylerville. DJ will be Andy Jennings, Class of 2000. Cost will be $30 per person. Please make reservations early as possible with deadline being July 29. No tickets at door. Mail checks to SCS Alumni, PO Box 50, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Further information, contact Pat Temple at 518-338-2329 or e-mail patty61349@yahoo.com

Sandy Hill Arts Exhibit Lake Luzerne’s Adirondack Folk School will present an exhibit of artisan-made crafts at The Sandy Hill Arts Center located at 214 Main Street in Hudson Falls, on the third floor. Through the artistry of local woodworkers,

fiber artists, basket makers, blacksmiths, carvers, weavers and skilled crafters of other traditions, crafts reflecting the culture and history of our region will be on display. Also, a display of student work, demonstrations by master crafters, and opportunity to participate in several classes will be offered during the exhibit. Opening reception is Saturday, August 6 at 5:30 p.m. and runs through October 12. Questions about our classes and the exhibit may be directed to the Adirondack Folk School at 518-696-2400. For more information, visit www. adirondackfolkschool.org.

Markets at Round Lake Come and Celebrate the Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement. August 13 & 14, from Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. & Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For one weekend in August, we will be showcasing over 70 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker, Crafter and Artisanal Edibles community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Also featuring Food Trucks, Live Music sponsored by The Mill on Round Lake and a Book Sale. The Markets will be held at the Village Green, 49 Burlington Ave., Round Lake. The profits from the event are solely dedicated to help support the Round Lake Library.

16th Annual Car Show On Saturday, August 20, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge will hold their 16th Annual Car Show. The Lodge is located at 695 MacElroy Rd, Ballston Lake. All years and makes of cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. We will present awards to the top vehicles. Fun, music, 50/50 raffles, and great food. Come see the contestant

vehicles! Proceeds benefit the Elks National Foundation and the NYSEA Major Project Fund (Cerebral Palsy Home Service Program). Registration starts at 9 a.m. until Noon and awards around 3:30 p.m. Contestant registration is $10; spectators are free. Rain date is Sunday, August 21. For information call Doug Simmons at 518-669-4588. Email rexfordren@gmail.com.

Call for Choreographers Nacre Dance Company is accepting modern dance choreography submissions for their annual “So, You Think You Can Choreograph?” competition. This year’s performance will be at Universal Preservation Hall, located at 25 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. The theme will be “Twist and Shout” choreography to music by Rock and Roll Musical Legends. Staging will be in a traditional theater setting. All accepted applicants will receive an honorary stipend upon completing the competition. Accepted submissions will perform Saturday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m. at UPH, where the audience votes on their favorite choreography. The winner will be commissioned to set a new piece of modern dance choreography for Nacre Dance Company for the 2023 season. Apply at www.nacredance. org/sytycc by August 15.

Calling All Singing Voices! Saratoga Voices invites singers to join them for their 1st performance at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs. Handel’s Judas Maccabeus, November 19 at 7:30 p.m. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings at O’Rourke Middle School in Burnt Hills. First rehearsal is Sept. 7. Go to SaratogaVoices.org/Sing to schedule a vocal placement interview. Must be vaccinated. 518416-4060, info@saratogavoices.org.

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This Week’s Events: July 22-28 family friendly

FRIDAY, JULY 22

Takeout Pulled Pork Dinner

America’s Turning Point Marquee Tent

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa | 4 – 6 p.m. Menu: Pulled Pork, Mac and Cheese, Coleslaw, Corn on the Cob, and Dessert. The cost is 2 for $25 or $15 each (cash only). Preorders encouraged, to order email dinners2619@gmail.com or call 518-885-1149 July 21 & 22 - 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elks Charities.

Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa The Saratoga County History Center will be part of the America’s Turning Point Marquee tent. The Marque tent sponsored by the Saratoga County 250th American Revolution Commission will feature educational displays, living history demonstrations, and children’s activities.

Saratoga Children’s Theatre Summer Shows 615 Maple Ave., Suite 3, Saratoga Springs Rising Stars present “Parrots, Pirates, and Pelicans” at 2:30 p.m. and Stargazers present “3-2-1 Action Screenings” at 12:30 and 4 p.m. Tickets are available at www.onthestage.com/saratogachildrenstheatre. For more information email info@ saratogachildrenstheatre.org or call 518-886-8800.

SATURDAY, JULY 23 3rd Annual Patriot Golf Tournament Fairways of Halfmoon Golf Course, 17 Johnson Rd, Mechanicville | 9 a.m. Shotgun start. 4-person scramble, registration 8 a.m. in clubhouse. $440 per team/$110 per individual includes 18 holes with cart, continental breakfast, lunch at turn and buffet dinner; team and individual prizes! Contacts: Louise Maynard (518-541-3037), lpmaynard348@yahoo. com or Jackie Capone (518-649-6709), jcapone@ nycap.rr.com. All proceeds go to Operation-AdoptA-Soldier. www.operationadoptasoldier.org

Art In the Park Congress Park, Broadway, Saratoga Springs 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) and Saratoga Arts will join forces during the racing season to bring a special Art in the Park to historic Congress Park. The July edition of Art in the Park will include arts and crafts from both local and national artists. The goal of the event will be to bring awareness to the two non-profit organizations, The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and to the Community Arts Center at Saratoga Arts. Rain date July 30. Art in the Park event info: www.saratoga-arts.org/ Art-in-the-Park/ Facebook event: fb.me/e/2qB1U9e57

In The Groove Opening Reception Saratoga Clay Arts Center’s Schacht Gallery 167 Hayes Rd., Schuylerville | 5 – 7 p.m. A solo exhibition by 2021-22 Saratoga Clay Arts Center Artist-in-Resident Lyndee Deal featuring functional works that explore the relationship between body image and notions of taking up too much space. This exhibition will run July 23 August 20. Details for the exhibition can be found online at www.saratogaclayarts.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 24 Summer Sunday Stroll: Taking the Waters High Rock Park, High Rock Ave., Saratoga Springs 10:30 a.m. – Noon | Join Charlie Kuenzel, president of the Saratoga Springs History Museum, to learn about the history of the waters. Saratoga Springs was the number one tourist destination in the 1800’s because of its naturally occurring mineral springs. Learn about the history, and sample the waters along the tour route. Tour ends in Congress Park. Cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the website, call 518-587-5030, or email Jacqueline Bunge, Events & Programs Coordinator at jbunge@ saratogapreservation.org.

Market Auction Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa | 10:30 a.m. The Saratoga County 4-H is hosting their first annual Market Auction. This year there are 7 youths selling lambs in the auction. Community members and local businesses are invited to come bid at the auction. The bidders are invited for a preview of the sale and registration at 10 a.m. All animals must be paid for, in full, at the end of the auction. Early bidder registration is available now. Contact Rylie Lear, 4-H Livestock Coordinator, at 518-885-8995 or rjl287@cornell.edu to register or with questions.

MONDAY, JULY 25 Gumbo with Jockey Kendrick Carmouche Principessa Elena Society, 13 Oak St. | 5 p.m. Jockey Kendrick Carmouche will make his famous gumbo at the Principessa Elena Society to benefit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF). Tickets are $25. the Saratoga Strings Band will perform New Orleans blues and jazz music from 6 – 9 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www.trfinc. org/event/gumbo-with-kendrick-carmouche.

TUESDAY, JULY 26 Congress Park History Tours Saratoga Springs Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | Tuesday – Saturday 10:30 a.m. Our experienced guides will tell you the stories of how Saratoga became the “Queen of Spas” in the 19th Century. The tragic story behind the Trask

Family and the Spirit of Life statue. The history of the Saratoga City Museum and its notorious reputation as the highest rolling gambling casino in the US. How the city rallied to restore the historic Spit and Spat statues. Cost is $20, children under 12 free.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 A Celebration of the Armistice Korean War Monument, Crandall Park, Glens Falls | 10 a.m. The Celebration of the Armistice signaling the end of the Korean War. Members asked to wear uniforms and members who don’t have uniforms, are asked to wear a shirt, jacket, hat, or something that has the KWVA logo, if possible. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the ceremony. With great sadness, this will be the last formal activity for the organization. A luncheon will follow the ceremony at the Ambrosia Restaurant just off Exit 19 North of the Northway. For reservations, please call Lois Miner at 518-695-3905 or Marian Crandall at 518-899-2506 by July 25.

Meatloaf Dinner Take Out Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. For curbside pickup only. Menu: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner for 2 / $30. Cash only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order. 518-584-2585.

Galway Photography Club Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Galway | 6 p.m. Dave Waite will be sharing images from his portfolio. We will also be reviewing submissions to the latest photo challenges and announcing the dates for upcoming photo walks and other club activities. Anyone interested in photography regardless of their level of experience is encouraged to attend these relaxed and friendly gatherings. For more information contact: Dave Waite, davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

BINGO Knights of Columbus #246, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Every Wednesday evening. The doors open at 4:30 p.m., the kitchen window (which is staffed by the Catholic Daughters) opens at 5:30 p.m., games go on sale at 6 p.m. and the first game starts at 7 p.pm. Every week, there is $1,500 in guaranteed prize money. Join us for an evening out and help to support our activities within the community.

THURSDAY, JULY 28 Ballston Spa Concerts in the Park Iron spring Park, Front Street, Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m. The BSBPA presents the 2022 Concerts in the Park summer concert series. Free and open to the public. It is a great family friendly event made possible by our sponsors each year. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village! This week’s featured concert: The North & South Dakotas.

Pressure Canning Vegetables, Meat & Soup Cornell Cooperative Extension, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa 6 - 9 p.m. | Learn how to safely can low-acid foods, such as vegetables, meat, and soups in a pressure canner. In this hands-on workshop we’ll can green beans and learn about the different types of pressure canners. Fee: $15. Presented by Diane Whitten, CCE Nutrition Educator and Cornell Certified Master Food Preserver. Contact Diane at dwhitten@ cornell.edu for more information. Register by calling 518-885-8995.

Saratoga & Schuylerville Railroad: Gone but Not Forgotten Saratoga Springs History Museum, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs 7 p.m. | Free talk, open to the public. Presented by Richard Chait, author of “Rails in and Around Saratoga Springs” and a speaker on railroad history in upstate and western New York. For a short 10 years, Saratoga & Schuylerville (S&S) Railroad connected Saratoga and Schuylerville, carrying commodities along the Rte 29 corridor. Around Saratoga today you can see reminders of this train line, which this presentation will highlight. Presented with the generous support of The Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust. ww.saratogahistory.org

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Music Returns to the Battlefield SARATOGA COUNTY — Saratoga National Historical Park has announce the return of Music at the Battlefield this August. The Park will host two free concerts on the lawn next to the Visitor Center located at 648 Route 32 in Stillwater. The McKrells perform at noon on Aug. 9, and the Fifes & Drums of Fort Ticonderoga perform at noon on Aug. 23. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the sounds and historic views from the top of the hill

Saratoga National Historical Park preserves, protects, and interprets the sites associated with the battles, siege, and surrender of the British forces at Saratoga. The park encompasses five sites including the Saratoga Battlefield, Philip Schuyler House, Victory Woods, the Saratoga Monument, and Sword Surrender site totaling 3,579 acres. For more information about Saratoga National Historical Park, call the Visitor Center at 518-6702985, visit www.nps.gov/sara.

Entertainment

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

UPH Announces Three New Shows SARATOGA SPRINGS — Universal Preservation Hall has annonced three new shows added to the fall 2022 line-up. Ryan Hamilton will perform 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8. Hamilton recently released his first stand-up special. The one-hour Netflix original Happy Face follows a wealth of television appearances and a non-stop headlining tour. Other recent appearances include The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, and opening spots for Jerry Seinfeld as well as Gad Elmaleh at Carnegie Hall. Maria Bamford is live at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5. Bamford is revered for her deeply personal and experimental comedy about mental illness. She starred in the surreal, semi-autobiographical Netflix comedy series Lady Dynamite, about a comedian who

suffers a nervous breakdown, and is the star of three unconventional hour-long stand-up specials: Weakness is the Brand, Old Baby and Maria Bamford, the special, special, special. Tennessee-born, and Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Valerie June will perform 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12. June has been recording and performing since she was 19 years old, climbing from Memphis coffee houses to national TV performances and getting namechecked by Bob Dylan. Her latest album The Moon and Stars: Prescriptions for Dreamers weaves a tapestry of folk, soul, gospel, country, blues, psychedelia, and symphonic pop, performed by an accomplished lineup of musicians. Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors, in person or via phone at

Comic Ryan Hamilton will perform at UPH on Saturday, Oct. 8. Photo provided.

518-346-6204 Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. or online at universalpreservationhall.org. Groups of 10 or more can get their tickets by calling 518-3823884, ext. 139.

All-Day Free Nippertown Music Fest is Saturday SCHENECTADY — Nippertown is hosting the area’s first-of-its-kind all-day music festival featuring local musicians from across the Capital Region. Free of charge and family-friendly, NipperFest will rock the stage in Schenectady’s Central Park 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 23. The local online publication, Nippertown.com, is the result of tireless efforts by a cadre of musicloving volunteers whose aim is to promote the local music and arts scene. With its mission to support local music, hosting NipperFest seemed to be a logical project for the award-winning website. The All-Star line-up for the inaugural NipperFest honors music from the Troy, Saratoga, and Schenectady areas and features 15 bands and acoustic artists totaling 11 hours of music. The festival also will play host to a slew of food trucks, so staying for the entire day is not only possible but likely a treat for your taste buds as well. Schenectady’s Central Park has playgrounds, a free pool

Nippertown hosts the area’s first-of-its-kind all-day music festival featuring local musicians July 23.

(with lifeguards), disc golf, and a lot of space to spread out blankets to enjoy live music with your family, friends, and even your dogs. The 15 bands will cover two stages and lineup includes The

Figgs, Sawyer Frederick, Erin Harkes Band, Super 400, Sirsy, and Girl Blue. For a complete lineup and more information, go to: nippertown.com.

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Arts & Entertainment

Claes Oldenburg, dead at 93. Novelist Who Once Wrote in Saratoga’s Cafes His Giant Ice Cream Cone Returns This Week with Thriller Optioned for Film Visited Saratoga by Thomas Dimopoulos

by Thomas Dimopoulos

Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Swedish born artist Claes Oldenburg died this week at the age of 93. Oldenburg moved to New York City in the mid-1950s, when he became part of the Happenings and performance art scene. In 2002, shortly after the opening of the Tang Museum on the campus of Skidmore College, the renowned artist’s work was featured in the exhibit “From Pop to Now: Selections from the Sonnabend Collection.” Oldenburg’s “Giant Ice Cream Cone” grew from a series of painted plaster and soft sculpture creations displayed as “merchandise” (priced to sell for as little as $69.95!) in a storefront performance space in the East

Claes Oldenburg’s “Giant Ice Cream Cone,” enamel on muslin soaked in plaster over wire frame, on exhibit at the Tang Museum in 2002. (Photo: The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College).

Village in the early 1960s. “My intention is to make an everyday object that eludes definition,” he once said.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Matt Witten will return to Saratoga Springs this week to make an in-store appearance at Northshire Bookstore. Witten, known to longtime Saratogians for penning his 1998 published book “’Breakfast At Madeline’s” – which was partially written at the former Saratoga Broadway cafe – is in town with his most recent novel, “The Necklace.” The story has been optioned for film—with Leonardo DiCaprio attached as producer. Set in Lake Luzerne, “The Necklace” is showcased as a fastpaced thriller starring a smalltown waitress from upstate New York who fights to prove that the man who’s about to be executed for killing her daughter is actually

innocent. The real killer is still free and as the clock ticks down, the woman takes on the FBI in a heartpounding crusade for justice. Witten wrote a number of books under the Jacob Burns mystery novel series and worked writing for television shows for about 20 years - Law & Order, House, Pretty Little Liars, and CSI: Miami, among them. “My first book signing was at the mall in downtown (Saratoga Springs) a couple of blocks over from Madeline’s and there were about 200 people there,” Witten said, during an interview published in Saratoga TODAY last August. “It was such a good feeling, and all kinds of funny things happened. Dee Sarno – who was the head of Saratoga Arts Council - was very gracious that I had a character in there who was the head of Saratoga Arts

Matt Witten and his recent novel inperson at Northshire Bookstore July 27.

Council, even though I kind of lampooned the Arts Council. Just a joyful experience.” Witten will be at Northshire Bookstore on Broadway in Saratoga Springs at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27.

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David Greenberger New CD Out This Week

Entertainment

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

THE WHITE PARTY

with a Splash of Color

New CD by David Greenberger released this week.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — David Greenberger, one of the community’s great creative treasures, releases his latest CD, “David Greenberger & The Waldameer Players: TODAY!” The release weighs in with 40 tracks that mixes music and monologues, with text based on Greenberger’s conversations at the Duplex Nursing Home (of Greenberger’s Duplex Planet zine

fame), and senior centers from Los Angeles to Schenectady. Also included is the percussive work of Michael Evans, who died in 2021. “Given the number of players involved at different times, I knew this was going to exist solely as a recording, not as a performance piece,” Greenberger explains. “I just didn’t know Michael wouldn’t be here to celebrate this result of our long friendship.” For more information about David Greenberger, go to: davidgreenberger.com. Photos by SuperSource Media SARATOGA SPRINGS — Images from the July 16, 2022 Saratoga Bridges fundraiser - “The White Party with a Splash of Color,” at Saratoga National Golf Club. The agency is instrumental in providing quality services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The event raised $187,000.

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Puzzles Across 1 John follower 5 Whack, biblically 10 Behold, to Cicero 14 Young Adult novel by Carl Hiaasen about an owl habitat 15 Wore 16 Devise, with “up” 17 Blue-green 19 Garage occupant 20 Meeting of powerful nations 22 One looking at a lot of tickets 24 Berliner’s “Blimey!” 25 School contest 26 “It’s __ good” 27 2016 US Open champ Wawrinka 31 Possessive pronoun 33 Landlocked Asian country 35 Native Nebraskan 37 Carpenter’s tool 40 Campbell’s concoction 43 Spotted 44 Breeze (through) 45 Vegas rollers 47 Ping-Pong table need 49 Messy one 51 Goat’s cry 52 Braying beast 55 Trig. function 57 “I can take __!” 59 Team at a drug bust 64 Green on a weather map 65 Largest portion 68 Miranda __ of “Homeland” 69 “Solutions and Other Problems” writer Brosh 70 Wheelhouse 71 Retreat 72 Blind parts 73 Old autocrat Down 1 “Got it!” 2 __ au vin 3 Compassionate but strict approach 4 Put on 5 Carpet type 6 “All Rise” actress Helgenberger

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1. Specific Objects or Purposes – improvements and upgrades to County Sewer District No. 1 sewer system to treat ammonia, including the acquisition of land or rights in land and acquisition of original furnishings, equipment, machinery or apparatus required in connection therewith at a new maximum cost of $44,469.202, of which $11,369,202 is authorized by the Bond Resolution herein summarized. 2. Period of Probable Usefulness – forty (40) years. 3. Maximum Amount of Obligations to be Issued – $44,469,202. $33,100,000 of County obligations for the specific objects or purposes described above was previously authorized by Resolution 240-2021 adopted August 17, 2021. The Bond Resolution herein summarized shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the County Treasurer, Saratoga County, 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, New York 12020. Clerk of the Board of Supervisors County of Saratoga, New York 07/22/2022, 113704 NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 11, 2022 at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for the Saratoga County Booking Area Renovations to the Correctional Facility covered by the following: Contract No. 22-PWJRP-10(G) – General Construction Contract No. 22-PWJRP-10(E) – Electrical Construction Contract No. 22-PWJRP-10(M) – Mechanical Construction Contract No. 22-PWJRP-10(P) – Plumbing Construction A pre-bid conference will held on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 10:00 am. Interested contractors are to meet at second floor lobby of the Correctional Facility for sign in, 6010 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Masking is required. Bid documents may only be obtained on or after Thursday, July 14, 2022

from The Empire State Bid System at no cost from the following website: www.empirestatebidsystem.com Each bidder must deposit with his bid, a bid security in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of his bid, in the form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information to Bidders. Simultaneously with his executed contract, the successful bidder must deliver to the County of Saratoga an executed performance and completion bond in a form meeting the County’s approval, in an amount not less than 100% of the accepted bid as security for the faithful performance and completion of this contract, and also a separate bond guaranteeing prompt payment of monies due to all persons supplying the contractors or subcontractors with labor and materials employed and used in carrying out the contract, and having as surety on the bonds such surety companies as are approved or acceptable to the County of Saratoga. Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject any or all bids. All work shall be subject to equal opportunity in employment, State wage rates and all other requirements in accordance with applicable law. JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County 07/22, 113646 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Hope Mental Health Counseling P.L.L.C. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 28, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the PLLC, 20 Prospect St. Suite 203, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: For mental health counseling. 07/22, 07/29, 08/5, 08/12, 08/19, 08/26. 113686 Stem & Stone Farm LLC Articles of Organization of this Limited Liability Company (LLC) were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 14, 2022. The LLC maintains

its office in Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served to Stem & Stone Farm LLC, 225 Scotch Bush Road, Burnt Hills, NY 12027. Purpose: for any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be formed under the law. 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19, 08/26. 113665 Notice of formation of Earth Sight Tarot, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/13/2022 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: 636 Sandhill Rd. Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19, 08/26. 113659 Notice of formation of KEN SHAPIRO, M.D. PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION CONSULT, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 7/11/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the PLLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the PLLC at: 106 BALSAM WAY, CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19, 08/26. 113649 Notice of formation of Hemp Creations LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/13/2022 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: 91 Lakeview Lane Rt 9p, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19. 113627 Notice of Formation of VS Saratoga Springs, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 7/7/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served

against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19. 113611 Notice of formation of Sanding & Handyman Solutions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/27/2022 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: 2 Woodlawn Ave, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19. 113587 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF THE MIND BODY SPIRIT CENTER LLC under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. The name of the limited liability company is The Mind Body Spirit Center LLC. Articles of Organization of The Mind Body Spirit Center LLC were filed with the New York Secretary of State on May 20, 2022. The county within the state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is Saratoga County. The street address of the principal business location is 1155 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa, New York 12020. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is 1155 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa, New York 12020. The limited liability company is organized to carry on all lawful activities. 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19. 113579 Notice of formation of NANCALA CO. LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/13/2022. 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: 721a Bruno Rd. Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12, 08/19. 113567

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LEGALS NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME 2 Snake Hill Road LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 8, 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, 4220 24th Street Apartment 43B Long Island City, New York, 11101. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/5, 08/12. 113512 NOVANA LLC Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/27/2022. Office in SAR 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. 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/5, 08/12. 113506 Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. Name: Fox Tail Hospitality LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/21/2022. 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, 1427 Saratoga Rd. Apt 44, Ballston Spa, New York 12020. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/5, 08/12. 113482 Notice of Formation of KETTLE CORN STAN, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/09/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 3 Packetboat Ct., Waterford, NY 12188. Purpose: any lawful activity. 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/5, 08/12. 113474 Notice of formation of RJKPC, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/28/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process shall be mailed to the LLC at 4 Virginia Court, Rexford, NY 12148. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12. 113464 Notice of formation of MarHold Space Systems LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/12/2022 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: 1031 Ballston Lake Rd Ballston Lake NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05, 08/12. 113458 Notice of Formation of VS Saratoga Springs Management, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 6/23/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113378 Notice of Formation of VS 300 Church, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 6/23/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113372 Notice of Formation of VS 400 Church, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 6/23/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113366 Notice of Formation of VS Malta, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 6/23/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113360 Notice of Formation of VS Moreau, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 6/23/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113354 Notice of Formation of VS Wilton, LLC. App. for Auth. filed with SSNY on 6/23/2022. Office

location: Saratoga Co. SSNY has been designated for service of process and shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o ValStone Asset Mgmt., 260 E. Brown Ave., Ste 250, Birmingham, MI 48009. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113348 Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC) Name of the LLC is: CYSBL, LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 22, 2022. Office Location: 28 Birch Drive, Diamond Point, NY 12824, County of Warren Under section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law. The secretary of state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the secretary of state shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 28 Birch Drive, Diamond Point, NY 12824 The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the LLCL. . 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113338 Notice of formation of JadeRaven Solutions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/23/2022 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 Rip Van Ln Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29, 08/05. 113323 Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC) Name: Capital Region Therapeutic Massage, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with sec. of state of NY (SOS) on 6/2/22. Office location: Saratoga County. SOS is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SOS shall mail copy of process to 400 Clifton Corporate Pkwy, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29. 113024 Notice of Formation of Merlyn Enterprise LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 4/11/22. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 79 Tamarack Tr. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29. 113198

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Placentric LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 14, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 14 Lydia Street, South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29. 113192 Notice of formation of Peaceful Pursuit Mediation LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 6/9/22. 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: 560 Route 32 South, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29. 113151 Notice of formation of Dame Good Catering Company LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with the Secretary of State New York on 6/16/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. DOS has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. DOS shall mail a copy of process to Matthew Dame 46 Trottingham Rd, Saratoga, NY 12866. Purpose: For any lawful propose. 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29. 113136 Notice of formation of Wilton Networking and CyberSecurity, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/07/2022 Office: Saratoga County. Jeffrey M. Cohen 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: 42 Glenburnie Dr, Wilton, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22, 07/29. 113128 Notice of Organization of Limited Liability Company Pursuant to New York Limited Liability Company Law Section 206(c). The name of the Limited Liability Company is GALA BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State (NYSOS) on March 8, 2021. The Company maintains an office located at 77 Ushers Road, Suite 1, Mechanicville, Saratoga County, New York 12118. NYSOS has been designated as an agent for service of process against the company and NYSOS shall mail process to GALA BUILDING AND

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC c/o William Z. Dorrough, 77 Ushers Road, Suite 1, Mechanicville, New York 12118. The business purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed. 06/17, 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22. 113113 Notice of formation of Lights Out Ammunition, LLC. Article of Organization filed with the SSNY on March 13, 2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 323 Brownville Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/17, 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22. 113106 Notice of formation of Saratoga Tattoo Company LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/07/22 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: 3065 Rt 50 Saratoga, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/17, 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22. 113094 Notice of formation of EVERGRO INSURANCE AGENCY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/26/2022 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: 806 S BROADWAY. MALTA, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 06/17, 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22. 113067 Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC) Name of the LLC is: THREE WOODS GROUP LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on January 25, 2021. Office Location: Post Office Box 13 Anthony Lane, County of Saratoga, State of New York. Under section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law The secretary of state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The post office address within or without this state to which the secretary of state shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 13 Anthony Lane, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the LLCL. 06/17, 06/24, 07/1, 07/8, 07/15, 07/22. 113057

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WEEK 2 EVENTS AT SARATOGA RACE COURSE SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Race Course gates open at 11 a.m. each day, including weekends, with the exception of Runhappy Travers Day, Saturday, August 27. Racing will not be held Mondays and Tuesdays, Admission can be purchased at all track entrances on live racing days, as well as on Ticketmaster.com.

WEEK 2 STAKE RACES Tune-in to Talking Horses for in-depth analysis from handicapper Andy Serling and other guests. FRIDAY, JULY 22 GIII Lake George: F3YO, 1 Mile - Turf, Purse $175,000 SATURDAY, JULY 23 GIII Caress: F&M 4&UP, 5 1/2 Furlongs - Turf, Purse $200,000 GI Coaching Club American Oaks: F3YO, 1 1/8 - Dirt, Purse $500,000 SUNDAY, JULY 24 GII Shuvee: F&M 4&UP, 1 1/8 - Dirt, Purse $200,000 WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 GII Honorable Miss Handicap: F&M 3&UP, 6 Furlongs - Dirt, Purse $200,000 THURSDAY, JULY 28 Birdstone: 4&UP, 1 3/4 - Dirt, Purse $200,000 *Mondays and Tuesdays = Dark Days. No racing.

PURDY’S SUMMER CONCERT STAGE Fans will enjoy free live music performances each afternoon of the season from popular local and regional bands at the Purdy’s Summer Concert Stage. This year’s summer music stage is sponsored by Purdy’s Discount Wine & Liquor in Saratoga Springs. Friday, July 22: Mark and Jill Blues Saturday, July 23: Cuba Quinto Sunday, July 24: The Hawthornes Wednesday, July 27: The Bluebillies Thursday, July 28: Heard World Music

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TASTE NY PAVILION EVERY THURSDAY - SUNDAY

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New York-made food and adult beverages will be available for sample and purchase exclusively at the Taste NY Pavilion throughout the season! Race fans can visit the Taste NY Pavilion, located inside Gate A at the Top of the Stretch, to enjoy New York craft beer, cider, wine and spirits products.

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SATURDAY, JULY 23 Saratoga Race Course will honor the legacy of longtime NYRA trainer Dominic Galluscio with a day to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to advance scientific and medical research related to pancreatic cancer. Many of the sport’s most popular trainers will sign autographs for fans with suggested donations to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation in Galluscio’s memory.

STARS AT THE SPA SERIES PRESENTS CHARLES OAKLEY SUNDAY, JULY 24 Fans will have the chance to meet retired New York Knicks power forward Charles Oakley at Saratoga Race Course. Choose between a ticketed meet-and-greet for up to 50 guests in the brand-new Paddock Suite, or a ticketed meet-and-greet at the Jockey Silks Porch that includes a photo opportunity and signed headshot.

Berkshire Bank Family Sundays will feature a wide variety of free family-friendly activities, games, attractions and educational activities each Sunday inside the Berkshire Bank Family Zone, located near Gate A at the Top of the Stretch.

THURSDAY, JULY 28 Saratoga Race Course will pay tribute to first responders with free grandstand admission (proper ID required). The afternoon will include a Police K-9 infield show, performances by the New York State Trooper Marching Band and demonstrations by several first responder agencies.

AN AFTERNOON OF WINE WITH JOSEPH CARR THURSDAY, JULY 28 Founder of Josh Cellars wines and Capital District native Joseph Carr will host fans in the brand-new Paddock Suite on First Responders Day in honor of his father, who was a volunteer firefighter in Rensselaer County. The special event includes admission and ticket to the Paddock Suite, a meet-and-greet with Carr discussing Josh Cellars’ wines and wine pairings, food and beverage, and a bottle of Josh Cellars Reserve Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon which benefits firefighter charity organizations nationwide.

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

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Saratoga Race Course began it’s 2022 season in fine fashion with good racing, good weather and little competition. Photo courtesy of NYRA.

by William G. Gotimer, Jr. for Saratoga TODAY

On the wagering front the opening weekend betting handle easily surpassed previous years’ totals. Two new wrinkles we highlighted here last week operated flawlessly as the two races run out of the Wilson Chute went forth without incident (with the expected advantage to horses with early speed) and the new Paddock Bar proved popular with fans and treated with aplomb by horses passing nearby. Saratoga’s main competition tends to be California’s Del Mar race track, which is opening later than usual this year on July 22. The lack of competition for the betting dollar during the first week of the Saratoga meet, the good weather and a two-day Pick 6 carryover worked to generate a healthy mutuel handle the first 4 days. Familiar names dominated the racing as jockeys Jose Ortiz, Irad Ortiz and Joel Rosario; trainers Chad Brown, Todd Pletcher and Christopher Clement all won multiple races. Trainer Chad Brown continued his annual dominance of the first Graded Stake of the season – The Diana - by training the first FOUR finishers of the race. Even by modern standards where top trainers have large stables and multiple entrants in big races, this accomplishment was astounding. In addition to familiar human participants - some familiar equines also won during the opening week as both City Man and Baby Yoda showed their affinity for the local oval by winning again this year. While the names and faces remained the same - the racing had a decidedly different appearance that was not easily discernable to the untrained eye. Thoroughbred owner Patrick W. Cannon quickly observed that the jockeys were responding to new regulations which limit the use of the whip, or “crop” as it is uniformly referred to on television. New Federal regulation of horse racing under the recently implemented Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (“HISA”) severely limits the number of strikes a rider may land on a horse with the riding crop. The limit is six total in the entire race. There are other limiting factors in the new rules requiring a horse be allowed the opportunity to respond before the crop can be used again. Repeated successive strikes are now impermissible and exceeding the limit of six total strikes brings a host of consequences.

There are graduating and escalating penalties and suspensions for riders who run afoul of the new regulations and my understanding is that at least one Saratoga jockey has already been hit with a yet-to-be announced one-day suspension. While it is open to debate as to how much this will affect the outcome of races, there is no question these limitations will greatly affect rider strategy and therefore the look and flow of most races. With jockeys limited to a specific number of crop uses, the natural tendency is to save those uses for the late stage of the race when encouragement can make the difference in a tight finish. With race fans accustomed to seeing vigorous crop use with more than a quarter mile left to race at the top of the stretch, this new patience on the part of jockeys can appear to indicate overconfidence or worse, apathy. Already, we have seen horses that have looked beaten respond to belated encouragement to overtake leaders whose riders had already used their allotted number of strikes. Similarly, horses that are struggling to the finish appear to be eased once the number of strikes have already been used - giving the appearance that the rider failed to persevere. Of course, there are numerous ways to encourage a horse to give a top effort and the riders with strong arm/hand motion will benefit from the new limitations. Fans watching races should carefully watch to discern whether riders are actually using the crop to hit the horse, which is limited, or simply waiving the crop in front of the horse, which is permitted an unlimited number of times. The new rules put out to pasture (pun intended) numerous racing idioms, that in my mind, have not served the sport well in recent times with the general public. The terms “whipping and driving” and “going to the whip” long ago entered the general vernacular from the world of racing but to many evoke an unpleasant image. The new language is likely to be a “waiving, pumping, driving finish” or “showing the horse the crop to the wire.” Riding strategy, finesse and nuance will play a greater role than brute force in the new racing dynamic and being attuned to the new rules will assist the observer in accurately watching and enjoying the races.

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Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

Taking the Lead

with the Call to the Post

Tony Gambaro and Carson Gambaro. Photos by Tony Podlaski

The father-son duo of Tony Gambaro and Carson Gambaro take the lead as the buglers for the Saratoga meet by Tony Podlaski

for Saratoga TODAY

t was the Friday before the opening of the Saratoga Race Course meet. While preparing his band Ten Most Wanted for a wedding, Tony Gambaro received a phone call from Sam Grossman, as many people known him as Sam the Bugler.

The long-time bugler contacted Gambaro to let him know that he wasn’t coming to Saratoga due to a health setback. Because of that, Grossman asked Gambaro if he was interested in taking the spot since he has the ability and experience. This hasn’t been the first time that Gambaro was asked to be a substitute trumpet or horn player. He played as a fill-in for Bon Jovi and Tower of Power on brief tour dates.

Though, this was different. Gambaro was being asked to take the lead as the Saratoga bugler.

initial idea was playing most of the weekdays while his son Carson Gambaro took over the weekends.

Gambaro was interested in the position. However, he also had other commitments with his band, which was formed about seven months before the COVID-19 pandemic, for weddings and corporate events that included Albany Medical Center’s Light Up the Night. Not only that, there was tight time frame for a decision.

Like his father, Carson Gambaro is also used to being a substitute player, whether it is with Ten Most Wanted or another band. Not only that, he has also played at sporting events.

“Sam asked me if he could give NYRA my phone number,” Gambaro said. “Sam said, ‘I don’t know if you want to do it or not. I told them you are the best trumpet player in town.’ I said, ‘Yeah, sure, give them the number.’ I hadn’t had time to think about it. During those couple of days, I was playing in my group. Things were moving quickly.” Gambaro agreed to become the bugler for the meet. His

While attending Syracuse University where he graduated two months ago, not only did he learn about broadcast journalism, he also learned about being a member of the pep and marching band that played at the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) men’s basketball tournament in March. That was a sharp contrast to his musical experience at Stillwater High School where he was also a Section II and Wasaren League champion in the 400-meter and 1,600meter relay teams.

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“In high school, there was no musical emphasis. When I got to college, there were people who could play. I didn’t want to be left in the dust,” he said. “I got fired up by those moments. During the timeouts, it’s time for the band to play. That’s when you can play freely. It’s not a chore. It’s energizing.” The idea of a father-son duo developed during an interview with Teresa Genaro and photo session by Erica Miller – both of the Daily Gazette. After the interview, they agreed to meet at the track for the photos. “Erica told us to stand in a ‘V’ while playing the post together,” Tony Gambaro said. “That was the first time we played together while we took the photo. She asked if we were going to do it together on Opening Day. I told her that wasn’t really the plan. She said, ‘You ought to because you sound tremendous.’” Since Opening Day, the father-son duo has been thinking of ideas while doing some research on engaging the Saratoga crowd during the call to the post. Along with playing a few introductory notes from Frank Sinatra’s “New York, New York” and Sam and Dave’s “Soul Man,” they are experimenting with other songs. “I have watched a lot of YouTube videos on anything out there with the call to the post,” Tony Gambaro said. “I know Sam’s [Grossman’s] style. I told my son that we need to come up with a different angle.” “If we are going to do this, we have to remake it,” he added. “We have to be a little bit more creative by looking at these songs and finding out what we can do that’s eight seconds long and gets to the point. In the next couple of weeks, we are trying to expand on it so we aren’t doing the same three songs every other race.” Through opening weekend at the track, Carson Gambaro also believes he has become acclimated to the call to the post as racing fans believes he is similar to Grossman’s style. Simultaneously, he has learned as a Saratoga bugler. “I feel like I am settling in,” Carson said. “I’ve established myself as

much as Sam the Bugler did. A lot of people said it’s like Sam never left. That makes me feel good because we are trying preserve a special condition. There are lot of things that I have learned over the last couple of days. It’s a concept learning process.” For Tony Gambaro, who also provides a detailing service for his Yacht Docs business during the spring at the Harris Bay Club in Lake George and periodically sells new construction real estate, being the Saratoga bugler adds onto an impressive 49-year resume. Along with learning how to play the horn at 8 years old for the drum and bugle corps band in Gloversville, the 57-year-old has been recognized by the late jazz trumpet extraordinaire Maynard Ferguson while playing for the Syracuse University Jazz Ensemble and attending Onondaga Community College. He was also a member of the Blues Others Brothers that traveled nationally and internationally, and he played for local bands the Burners UK and New York Players. He also led Ten Most Wanted at WNYT’s Chris Onorato and Ashley Miller’s wedding in May 2021. “Nothing in my life has come close to this with regard to playing horn,” he said. “This is something else. To have my son next to me is insane. This has been unbelievable.” “For the first two days, I couldn’t have script it any better. The whole father-son angle, you cannot make it up,” he added. “It’s really taken hold. I really appreciate all of the attention and PR. It’s a true-tolife feel-good community story.”

Sports Opening Weekend at the Spa Sets Record

Week of July 22 – July 28, 2022

From Scotties to Tigers: BSpa Standout Drafted by the Detroit Tigers

Photo by Super Source Media

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Fun And

SARATOGA — It is safe to say the opening weekend for this year’s summer meet at Saratoga was a success, in fact, it was record-breaking. This is determined by examining the track handle, or the total amount of money waged on a single race, day, or season. This year, the ontrack handle for opening weekend (July 14-17) was $17,062,482, an 18.5% increase from 2021. For all sources, meaning things like offtrack betting facilities and sportsbooks, the all-source handle came in at an impressive $106,401,827, an 18.1% increase from the

previous year. Paid attendance also saw an increase of 10% compared to the 2021 summer meet. Dave O’Rourke, NYRA President and CEO had this to say about opening weekend at the Spa, “fan interest and engagement with the summer meet at Saratoga Race Course is at an all-time high. We saw that on display throughout Opening Weekend presented by Runhappy, which generated record wagering handle and a 10 percent increase in paid attendance. Saratoga stands apart as a destination that continues to grow in popularity, and we thank

“Saratoga stands apart as a destination that continues to grow in popularity” the fans for their enthusiastic support of the summer meet. Beyond the gates, NYRA is pleased to play a central role in driving tourism and economic activity throughout upstate New York. We look forward to all that lies ahead this summer at the Spa.”

Puzzle Solutions See puzzles pg. 25

Former Ballston Spa High School standout – Luke Gold – was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the fifth round of the MLB Draft. Image provided.

BALLSTON SPA — Former Ballston Spa High School standout – Luke Gold – had his dreams realized at the Major League Baseball Draft on Monday, July 18. Gold, who helped lead Ballston Spa to a state championship in 2019, was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the fifth round of the MLB Draft. Following his high school career, Gold committed to Boston

College where he was recognized with 2nd team All ACC honors this past spring. As a regular starter for the BC Eagles, Gold posted a .308 batting average with nine home runs, 38 runs scored and a team-leading 20 multihit games. After spending three seasons at Boston College, Gold plans to join the Tigers’ organization later this summer.

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Saratoga Little League Allstars Advance To State Tournament SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Little League Allstars are making waves this summer, and they aren’t showing signs of slowing down. For the second time ever, all three Saratoga Allstar teams – the 10U, 11U and 12U boys - have advanced to contend for the state championship.

After claiming district and sectional titles, the three teams have their eyes on their respective state trophies. This weekend, July 23-24, the 10U boys will compete in Endicott, NY, 11U will compete in Horseheads, NY, and 12U is heading to Penfield, NY. For the 12U boys, they have

a chance to head to Williamsport, PA for the Little League World Series if they can claim victory in NY state and again in the Northeast regional qualifier. To keep up-to-date on their remarkable summertime run, visit Saratoga Springs Little League on Facebook.

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