Saratoga TODAY September 24-30, 2021

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CITY NOTES BOE UPDATES

by Thomas Dimopoulos • Saratoga TODAY • City Seeks Public Input Regarding Upcoming Cannabis Deadline • Next Move on Civilian Review Board is Up To City Council • Council Looks to Future Saratoga Springs as a Bike-Friendly City • Next Steps for UDO - Public Hearings in October, Vote in November

COUNTY NEWS • Cost-of Living Increases Approved for Some County Officials • Positions Created for COVID Testing in Schools • The Impact of COVID on the County Court System • October Proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month See Story pg. 8-9

by Jaynie Ellis Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs City School District held a Board of Education meeting on Sept. 21 to discuss a new COVID screening testing partnership with Saratoga County, “Stay Open Plan” updates, as well as updates on the capital Legacy project NEW COVID SCREENING TESTING PARTNERSHIP Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Patton has announced a COVID screening testing

partnership with the Saratoga County Department of Health, working closely with the County Director of Health. Saratoga Springs City School District is a couple of weeks away from implementing weekly screening and diagnostic tests, with the opportunity for those who ae vaccinated to opt out. As of Sept. 21, 79% of eligible people in the county ages 12 and up are vaccinated, and based on staff reports, 83% of staff members in the Saratoga Springs City School District are vaccinated.

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Arts District on Beekman St. Celebrates 20th Anniversary

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Beekman Street celebrated its 20th anniversary as an Arts District last weekend. The three-block mixed-use neighborhood just west of Broadway serves as a meeting place where neighbors and visitors may come to meet artists and view and purchase artwork they created.

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SARATOGA

DONALD K. STEWART, THE MAN BEHIND THE ICE CREAM

by David Fiske | Sponsored by The Saratoga County History Roundtable Contact The Saratoga County History Roundtable at: saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com David Fiske is a local historian who lives in Ballston Spa and is author of several books on the slavery experiences of Solomon Northup, Ballston Spa History Walkaround, and other topics. He can be reached at dafiske@gmail.com This summer Brookside opened an exhibit: “Century of Ice Cream! The Dake Family and Stewart’s.” One might wonder why this successful business, with almost 350 convenience stores is named “Stewarts” and not “Dake’s” Actually, the original founder of Stewarts had a strong reputation for high-quality dairy products, long before the Dake family purchased the business.

Technically, Donald K. Stewart was not a Saratoga County native.

He was born in Austin, Minnesota on May 26, 1897. However, he lived most of his life in the Ballston Spa area, where his father, Thomas F. Stewart, was in the grocery business. Stewart’s grandfather, A. B. Stewart was a farmer in the Town of Ballston, per the 1880 census. So, the Stewarts' had been in Saratoga County for a while. The father of Donald’s mother, Lizzie, was from Minnesota, so Lizzie likely went there to be with her parents during her pregnancy.

Donald, at age 18, was already working as a retailer. The 1915 state census gave his occupation as “Salesman, Tea and Coffee Wagon.” Details of this business can be gleaned from an ad in the Saratogian in September, 1915: “Wanted: Man to take the tea and coffee business of D. K. Stewart, covering Galway, Milton and Greenfield.” Another ad, placed

by Stewart, offered for sale a “kind and gentle” horse—perhaps the steed that had hauled him around.

Thomas had left the grocery business by this time. A notice in the Troy Times of October 15, 1912 said that he’d moved from Ballston Spa to a farm west of the village. Ill health had induced him to seek an outdoor occupation. Probably his son gave up his tea and coffee route and went to help with the farm.

The 1920 census listed the occupation of Thomas as “farmer,” and Donald, living in his father’s Town of Ballston household, was a “milk

First Stewart’s Shop, Church Ave, Ballston Spa. Photos provided by The Saratoga County History Roundtable.

dealer.” He had been at this for a while, because a 1919 article about increased milk prices mentioned several dairies, including D. K. Stewart’s. In March 1920, his firm, the Milk Depot, had a telephone installed at the store on Bath Street.

About this time, Thomas sold his farm, and moved into the village. The Stewarts, in Ballston Spa, mostly seem to have lived in the Ballston Avenue/McMaster Street neighborhood. Donald earnestly pursued the business of selling dairy products. The 1930 census showed him and his wife, Pearl, in Ballston Spa, with his occupation given as “retail merchant, milk and cream.” Stewart had married Pearl Jones at her parents’ home in Rock City Falls. Their honeymoon plans included touring the Adirondacks.

Cleanliness was important at the Stewart dairy business. The “Kleen Kaps” on the bottles were touted in advertisements, and customers could join the “Kleen Kap Klub.”

Reliability of delivery was also a priority: a 1929 ad promised bottles would arrive on porches “regardless of the weather.” In 1932, the firm received an award from a state agency. Stewart’s milk scored high on aspects such as bacteria content, flavor, sediment, odor, butter fat, and temperature.

The year 1934 was eventful. Stewart was appointed justice of the peace, and he also purchased the Westcott garage on Church Avenue, and converted it to “one of the most modern milk dealer’s plants in this vicinity.” This was the first Stewarts shop (though the Milk Depot had been operating for quite a while before this). The site still is the location of a Stewarts store.

Stewart apparently kept up with developments in the dairy trade, as, in 1936 he graduated from a program at the Massachusetts Agricultural College. This interest in improved techniques for

managing a dairy firm characterized his concern for his business.

He made a modest expansion by opening a store in Saratoga Springs: an ad from 1944 warned customers that the Stewarts Ice Cream store on Church Street would be closing for an indefinite period. Pearl Stewart was identified as the proprietor. It seems there were just the two shops then.

That year, a trade publication noted P. W. and C. V. Dake, of Saratoga Springs had acquired Stewart’s milk and ice cream business. It stated that he’d started the firm in 1917, and had run it for 27 years. The Schenectady Gazette of October 4, 1944 specified that the Ballston Spa and Saratoga Stewarts stores had been purchased by the Dake brothers, but that Stewart would stay on for a short time as an advisor.

His time as an advisor may have been quite short, since in midOctober, employees gave him a surprise farewell party at the Church Avenue shop. Two days after the party, employees visited Donald at his Ballston Avenue home and expressed regret at his departure. But there were refreshments and games, so it was not totally a sad occasion.

The Dakes started expanding the business, adding new stores over the years, eventually becoming the chain we know so well today.

After parting ways with the business. Donald took an interest in the Ballston Spa Village Cemetery, which was not far from his house. He was a sales agent for Temple Brothers, Inc. of Rutland, Vermont, who were. “builders and designers of cemetery memorials.”

In the 1950s and 1960s, he was a director of the nearby cemetery.

Stewart died on October 31, 1971, while visiting his son, Donald K. Stewart, Jr. in Florida. Pearl died the following year, also in Florida. Both are buried in the Village Cemetery, as are their son and daughter-in-law.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER’S DESK...

And what about those poor frontline workers who were heroes a year ago and are now being forced out of their jobs. That was a quick path from heroes to zeros.

by Chad Beatty

18-months of Covid, zero (ZERO) people under the age of 25 have died from Covid. Another interesting piece of evidence from the CDC website is that nationally 2x as many people under the age of 17 have died from pneumonia than Covid over the past year.

Perhaps I am the crazy one and there is a utopian paradise awaiting all of us if we just stop thinking and allow ‘experts’ to make all our decisions; experts who are apolitical, beyond reproach, impervious to outside pressure, and unconcerned with wealth or fame.

If we follow the science, we should be quite concerned with pneumonia…or heart health for that matter. How about the government put a limit on the number of Big Macs and jumbo diet sodas a family can have in a week?

Or maybe there is a supreme being who will make our decisions for

POLITICAL THEATER and school-age children are once again forced into mask servitude.

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A few weeks ago 44,000 people filled the Saratoga Race Course; throughout the summer indoor and outdoor summer camps were packed with kids; and every Saturday night on Caroline Street, the bars, and the street, are wall to wall people. Well, summer is over, and it is time for the dictatorial edicts to begin again.

It was announced last week that 2–5-year-olds are now required to wear facemasks in daycare,

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“Follow the science” they say. Ok, let’s follow the science.

First, what is science? In general, science is the pursuit and application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence.

Let’s look at some evidence.

The population of Saratoga and Albany County combined is 500,000+ people. During the

TO THE EDITOR

Pre-K Mask Madness

For some reason, likely because they have no voice and can’t vote, children have endured an unreasonably high percentage of the numerous COVID restrictions implemented since March of 2020.

From multi-week quarantines at home away from friends, remote schooling, eating lunches alone at desks many feet from peers to playing soccer and field hockey with masks on, outside!

However, as a parent of a 4-year in pre-school, the recent news that 2 to 4 year old children are now required to mask-up at Pre-K centers and daycare facilities was a final gut punch to me.

Experts from Harvard Medical School have come out and indicated that ‘We lack credible evidence for benefits of masking kids aged 2 to 5’.

In spite of this information, our politicians and local health

officials have pursued this strategy.

My opinion is that this strategy, which is not being implemented anywhere else in the World, is being done to make the adults feel safer psychologically, and not for the benefit of the children.

myself contact their US Congress person, their State Assembly person, or County health official.

Perhaps they will listen and provide a voice for these children and help get the face diapers removed from the children’s faces.

Even if masks were proven to be somewhat affective in reducing COVID transmission, I don’t think we can ignore the negative consequences of masking 2 to 4 year old kids.

I know my 4-year wants the mask madness to end as he asked me today if he still had to wear it, and I’m sure there are many other kids feeling the same way, so we need the parents to stand up and end it for them.

Covering a small child’s face can impact communication and language development, potentially cause breathing issues and affect social and emotional development.

These factors should not be ignored.

- JOHN VENDITTE

The people implementing this mandate absolutely should provide evidence of a substantial benefit, which they have yet to do.

I’m recommending that all parents in a similar situation as

us. I seem to remember something about a supreme being, but he blessed us all with free will.

-Chad

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OBITUARIES

Barbara O’Brien

Barbara A. Faber

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Barbara E. O’Brien passed away peacefully on December 16, 2020.

Calling hours will be 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at Burke Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. A funeral service will be celebrated at 3 p.m. Burial will follow in Burke Bussing South Wilton&Cemetery.

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BALLSTON SPA — Barbara A. Faber, 81, lost her battle against cancer on September 17, 2021 at her home in Ballston Spa. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Calling hours/service was held September 24, 2021 at Burke Funeral home with burial at the Ballston Spa&Village cemetery.

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Anthony Fischetti of Saint Petersburg, FL, lost his battle to lung cancer on Mon., Sept. 27, 2021. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at 10 a.m. in Church of St. Peter. Memorials may be made in his name to St. Peter’s Needy Assoc., 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (or stpetersaratoga.com and indicate SPNA in memo).

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Rose Marie (VanDenburgh) Farrell passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 surrounded by her family.

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Mary Eichorst Max

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mary Eichorst Max, 98, passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Wesley Health Care Center; she was born December 11, 1922, in Middle Grove to the late Anna and Louis Eichorst.

She was a 1940 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School.

Mary worked many years at Thompson Laundro-Mat and as a school bus driver before settling down to raising her four children.

She loved spending the summer months tending to her garden and flower beds and camping with the grandkids. In the winter months

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25, 2021 at Greenridge Cemetery.

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Memorial Mass for Rick Dunn March 17, 1948 - March 13, 2020 All are invited to a Memorial Mass for Rick Dunn that will be celebrated on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 11 a.m. in the historic Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For those attending, appropriate face masks will be required.

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ALBANY — John Wallace Loonan “Wally,” 88, passed away peacefully and comfortably, on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, surrounded by his family at Albany Medical Center from complications due to a fall earlier that week.

Born in Albany in 1933 to Ethel (Wallace) and Thomas Loonan, Wally was the younger brother of Thomas (Tommy) Loonan (died 1971). After attending Catholic and public schools in Albany, Wally entered the Air Force and served in the Korean War as a Senior Airman and later as a lineman in Tokyo as part of the post-war rebuilding efforts.

After returning from Japan, Wally worked for Western Electric and then made his way to Lake George where he worked as a bartender for over 40 years, a near-permanent fixture at

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you could find her sewing quilts or completing other craft projects.

Later in life Mary loved to travel, from a summer road trip through Alaska to cross-country trips or a few cruises, she was always ready to see new things. After retirement she enjoyed going to casinos, it was one of her favorite things to do.

Mary was a lifetime member of the Middle Grove Methodist Church and the Middle Grove Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Axillary. She was a Boy Scout den mother for many years and was deeply involved in 4H with her children and grandchildren. You could also find her at all school functions lending a helping hand.

Mrs. Max is predeceased by her first husband Richard R. Mitchell, her parents Anna (Kreuger) Eichorst and Louis Eichorst, brothers Alfred, Edward and Lewis Eichorst, a sister Helen Watrous and her second husband, Frank Max. She is survived by her children, Sandra (James) Wimet of Middle Grove, Rhoda (Tom) Braim of Middle Grove, Glen Mitchell of Middle Grove and Donna (Tom)

Hammond of Wilton, brother Robert Eichorst of Middle Grove, and a sister Dorothy Sherman of Ballston Spa, grandchildren; Michele McClaskey, Traci Coleman, Justin Braim, Jodi Mathews, Glen Mitchell Jr, Brain Mitchell, Hannah Mitchell, Cody Hammond, Brianna Hammond and Dale Hammond; seven great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends who will miss her dearly.

A graveside service was held at the Middle Grove Cemetery on Friday September 17, 2021.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made in Mary’s memory to the Middle Grove Methodist Church.

The family would like to thank the staff at Wesley Nursing home for the loving care and support over the years Mary was there.

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The Montcalm Restaurant.

Many regular customers became lifelong friends. Upon retirement from The Montcalm, Wally worked as a court officer at Warren County Courthouse for many years; he was a member of the American Legion and served on the board of the CaldwellLake George Library. Wally was a longtime, active member of Sacred Heart Church.

A man of few words and endlessly with a book in his hand, Wally was a consummate reader of history and was encyclopedic in his knowledge of WWII and the French and Indian War. Wally always had a captive audience in his family who never tired of listening to stories of old Albany and his adventures in Asia during the war. He had a soft spot for cats, crossword puzzles, well-polished shoes, old school manners, time at his brother-in-law’s hunting camp in the Adirondacks with his son, grandson, and nephews, long car rides with his beloved wife, Jan, mostly to Dorset, Vermont, and baking. Wally’s apple pies were renowned to all who had the good fortune to share one, as well as his famous chocolate chip cookies and delicious key lime pies.

He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Wally was predeceased by his firstborn son, John, his brother,

Tommy Loonan, sister-in-law, Katy (Kayser) Loonan, his nephew Christopher Loonan and niece, Mary Ann Loonan (Sickles).

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 55 years, Janet (Groebler) Loonan, a daughter, Shane (Jamie Williams-Ness) and son, Sean (Jodi Charlton Loonan), and three grandchildren, Mercedi, Wallace and Adeline and many dearly loved sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family is sincerely grateful for all those at Albany Medical Center I.C.U. who made it possible for Wally to be with his family at the time of his passing.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, October 1, 2021 at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 50 Mohican St, Lake George.

Burial will follow with military honors at Evergreen Cemetery, Lake George. Calling hours are scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the Regan Denny Stafford Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Rd, in Queensbury.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Caldwell-Lake George Library, or an organization of your choice in Wally’s honor. For those who wish, on line condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sbfuneralhome.com

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COURT Aric E. Lemon, 42, of Watervliet, pleaded Sept. 15 to felony DWI, in Saratoga Springs.

Sentencing Jan. 12, 2022.

Bonnie L. Wright, 47, of Poultney, VT, was sentenced Sept. 17 to 2 years prison and 1 year post-release supervision, after pleading to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third-degree in Wilton.

Kristopher M. Flores, 36, of Troy, was sentenced Sept. 17 to 5 years of probation, after pleading to felony grand larceny, and offering a false instrument for filing felony, in Wilton, and Clifton Park, respectively.

POLICE Kathryn Fasano, 47, of Schenectady, was charged Sept. 20 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated criminal contempt, a felony.

Ian Ward, 29, of Stoddard, New Hampshire, Bryce Ward, 24, of Saratoga Springs, Tyeise Williams, 27, of Troy, Reis Baker, of Ballston Spa, and Marquasia Chandler, 22, of Albany, were each charged with disorderly conduct in connection with alleged incidents that occurred on Caroline Street Sept. 18-19. Chandler was additionally charged with resisting arrest, a misdemeanor.

Akeem Cummings, 28, of Troy, was charged Sept. 19 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI and aggravated DWI, driving on/across a sidewalk, and failure to keep right.

Christina Reid, 25, of Troy, was charged Sept. 19 in Saratoga Springs with obstruct governmental administration, a misdemeanor.

Naqweshia Hooks, 24, of Albany, was charged Sept. 19 in Saratoga Springs with felony assault, and misdemeanor criminal possession of a weapon.

Christopher Brewer, 39, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 17 with criminal contempt, and strangulation – both felonies, and criminal obstruction of breathing, and assault – both misdemeanors.

Devin Palozzi, 26, of Rochester, was charged Sept. 17 in Saratoga Springs with felony criminal mischief, the misdemeanors: DWI, aggravated DWI, unlawful imprisonment, as well as refusal to take a breath test, leaving the scene of a property damage accident, moving from lane unsafely, driving on/across a sidewalk, and operating an unregistered vehicle.

Ethan Bruhns, 25, of Clifton Park, was charged Sept. 17 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, aggravated DWI, refusal to take a breath test, and moving from lane unsafely.

BLOTTER 5 Yisel Martinez, 42, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 14 with criminal mischief, a felony.

Jessica Akyiano, 48, of Hudson Falls, was charged Sept. 14 in Saratoga Springs with unlawful imprisonment – a misdemeanor, and disorderly conduct.

Timothy Smith, 69, of Gloversville, was charged Sept. 15 in Saratoga Springs with petit larceny, a misdemeanor.

Ryan Edwards, 36, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 15 with false imprisonment, a misdemeanor.

Bryan M. Brust, 31, of Ballston Spa, was charged Sept. 13 with grand larceny, criminal mischief, and burglary following an investigation into a burglary that occurred at the McDonald’s on Church Ave. Brust is suspected of breaking into the establishment after hours, stealing food and other items and willfully destroying property belonging to the McDonalds Corporation.

Nicholas Bush, 42, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 11 with misdemeanor DWI, and speeding.

Troy Zyjee, 27, of Troy, was charged Sept. 12 in Saratoga Springs with false impersonation, a misdemeanor.

Anuradha Khanna, 54, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 12 with two counts criminal tampering.

Christy L. Batcher, 43, of Waterford, was charged Sept.

9 with two felony counts grand larceny in the thirddegree, and one felony count grand larceny in the fourthdegree, following a Sheriff ’s Department investigation of alleged larcenies that occurred

in the town of Clifton Park between March 25 and May 19. Batcher, self-employed as a house cleaner, is suspected of stealing several items of jewelry and silverware from elderly clients and exchanging those items for currency at a local establishment.

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Yellow Ribbon Day Supports Blue Star Mothers HALFMOON — As our troops head home from Afghanistan, it is an important time to be reminded of the significance of the yellow ribbon.

Yellow ribbons traditionally represent the message of “Support our Troops.” New York State observes Yellow Ribbon Day to honor current and former members of the United States Armed Forces on April 9 of each year since 2006.

Each year, Yellow Ribbon Day is championed by Carol Pingelski Hotaling, the “Yellow Ribbon Lady,” who began making yellow ribbons to donate to the family members of troops deployed during Operation Desert Storm. NYS Yellow Ribbon Day was originally held at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks and now takes place at the Halfmoon Town Hall.

VFW Post 358 in Ballston Spa buys 72 rolls of yellow ribbon every year for Yellow Ribbon Day. At three county fairs this past summer, Scott Lamb, Cemetery Director at Gerald B.H. Solomon

Saratoga National Cemetery handed out flyers to raise awareness, which are printed by Business Products CO. of NE, Inc., a Clifton Park company who has done all Yellow Ribbon Day printing for free for the past 30 years.

Hotaling wants to educate community members on why we put out yellow ribbons and yellow bows which can stay up yearround. The organizers of Yellow Ribbon Day hope it will grow into a National Day of Remembrance.

The next New York State Yellow Ribbon Day is Saturday, April 9, 2022, 11 a.m. at the Town Hall in Halfmoon. They will be accepting donations for NY2 Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. Donations received will be used to send Freedom Boxes to our deployed troops. Blue Star Mothers send Freedom Boxes throughout the year and collect donations year-round.

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New Life Fellowship Church to Host Winter Clothing Giveaway SARATOGA SPRINGS — New Life Fellowship Church invites community members to a clothing and toy Giveaway event on Saturday, October 2, 2021, from 9 a.m. to noon at 51 Old Gick Road.

This event is free and open to the public. Lightly used winter clothing for all ages, as well as “like-new” toys and children’s books, will be available for families and individuals in the community.

The event will practice social distancing and attendees are encouraged to wear masks while inside the church building, according to church officials.

More information about New Life Fellowship Church and its upcoming events is available at www.newlifeinsaratoga.org. or call the church office at 518580-1810 Wednesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saratoga Springs Residents: Sign Up by Oct. 1 for Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day SARATOGA SPRINGS — A free household hazardous waste collection day will take place 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, Commissioner of Public Works Anthony “Skip” Scirocco announced last week.

The event is offered in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and only open to residents of Saratoga Springs. It will be held at the Weibel Avenue Ice Rink.

The event provides residents the opportunity to safely dispose of a variety of materials such as

poisons, pesticides, solvents, oil-based paints, household batteries, aerosol cans, fluorescent light tubes, and more. A full list of acceptable and non-acceptable materials can be found on the city website.

Residents must sign up

by Oct. 1. Residents looking to participate can sign up on the City website at the following link: www. saratoga-springs.org/FormCenter/ Public-Works-5/City-of-SaratogaSprings-Household-Hazar-113.

For more information or assistance registering, contact Kari at 518-587-3550 ext. 2623.

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Ballston Spa National Bank to Host Drive-Thru Food Pantry Sept. 28 BALLSTON SPA — Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB), in cooperation with the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, is hosting its 16th contactless drivethru food pantry on Tuesday, Sept. 28 beginning at 9 a.m. The event, which will be held at the Bank’s corporate offices located at 990 State Route 67 in Ballston Spa, is open to area families and individuals in need of food assistance. Patrons will receive food on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.

Thanks to the Regional Food Bank, an anticipated 18,000 pounds of food will be distributed

by BSNB volunteers at the event.

Items to be distributed include fresh produce, dairy, frozen meats and non-perishable food items.

Since the spring of 2020, food pantries hosted by BSNB have distributed 270,000 pounds of food and benefitted nearly

14,000 people within Albany and Saratoga counties.

In addition to volunteer support, a series of matching campaigns initiated by the bank have already generated donations from community members totaling $34,000. Coupled with $75,000 in support from BSNB, the Regional Food Bank has received more than $109,000 to date to help those challenged with food insecurity in the region.

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Loughberry Road Beautification

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Over two dozen Loughberry Road residents armed with rakes, weed whackers, pruners, and chainsaws spent a recent Saturday morning improving the appearance of the entrance to their street. In addition to trimming the various plantings, piles of invasive vines were removed along the 600 ft. Route 50 arterial fence line and shrubbery. The City Department of Public Works cooperated in the project by removing a truckload of the debris.

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NEWS

CITY NOTES

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs City Council met Tuesday night, Sept.

21 to discuss a variety of issues.

The meeting included four council members. City Mayor Meg Kelly was unable to attend the meeting due to a personal issue, said Finance Commissioner Michele Madigan, who ran this week’s meeting.

City Seeks Public Input Regarding Upcoming Cannabis Deadline • Cities in New York have until Dec. 31 to opt-out of potentially siting dispensaries, and/or on-site consumption facilities as it relates to a local cannabis industry in their respective communities.

Correlated to alcohol, Dispensaries are akin to a liquor store, while On-Site Consumption is more akin to a bar, explained city Attorney Vince DeLeonardis.

To opt out, a Local Law would need to be adopted and public hearings

held in advance of a Local Law, so any move to opt-out would need to be conducted sooner rather than later. Municipalities must opt out to not be a part of the measure moving forward. If interested in permitting marijuana retailers or social consumption sites, the city need not do anything.

Financial ramifications: a 4% local tax is to be imposed if the city allows the measure to move forward –3% would come to the city of Saratoga Springs, and 1% would go to the county, DeLeonardis said.

The city is actively requesting the public comment regarding the matter. Comments may be submitted via: public.comment@ saratoga-springs.org.

Next Move on Civilian Review Board is Up To City Council Jason Golub, a member of an independent city advisory committee tasked with studying police reform, provided an update regarding the formation of a potential city Civilian Review Board.

“I think there is plenty of evidence

that a Civilian Review Board will add value to our community. I think it protects civilians, I think it protects police, I think it adds transparency and accountability,” Golub told the council Sept. 21.

Golub had previously served as co-chair of the city’s ad hoc Police Reform Task Force – which had recommended the implementation of a CRB as part of a 50-point plan evaluated by the council earlier this year. The council voted to accept a police reform plan shortly before the state-mandated April 1 deadline, although a handful of the 50 items were removed because the city did not have the authority to implement them, or because they required further evaluation, city attorney Vince DeLeonardis said at that time.

This week, Golub pointed to specific points as being critical to forming a successful board.

Those points included securing the support and involvement of police and political leaders, ensuring the board is comprised of credible and impartial

Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021 members, and setting appropriate funding that would secure budgetary needs over multiple years, as opposed to year-byyear where they may be subject to ever-changing political winds.

Golub also provided a framework for a timeline. He suggested six months be spent in preparation and in advance of hearing any potential cases, as well as using that time to ensure that funding is in place, and setting two years for a pilot program. “To me that would be the next logical step from where we are today.”

Absent of future City Council direction, Golub indicated last Tuesday’s presentation would serve as a final update. The City Council will now need to determine if taking steps to form a CRB is something it wants to move on.

The council is scheduled to next meet on Tuesday, Oct. 5.

Council Looks to Future Saratoga Springs as a Bike-Friendly City • The council unanimously voiced its support for a resolution from the Saratoga Safe Cycling Coalition and presented

by Bikeatoga that calls for the city’s continued budgetary funding of future bike lane signage and striping projects.

“As we pass this resolution I want to make the council aware that we want to work with (the department of) Public Safety, Traffic, Complete Streets, and Bikeatoga to come up with some good projects to connect our community with good bike lanes,” said Finance Commissioner Michele Madigan. Madigan reported there is currently $233,000 available

to spend on an “upcoming good, overall Complete Streets project” as well as $100,000 in the mayor’s Capital Budget passed during last month’s council meeting - “so, we’re already looking at $333,000 - which is a fair amount of money to start looking at an engineering plan and scoping out some good bike lines internally for the city.”

City Supervisor Matt Veitch additionally noted there have been multiple talks regarding bike route systems at the County level. “We’ve come up with a proposal to present to the county for bike routes that would be sign-bicycle-routes on county roads connecting various communities,” Veitch said.

“There will be at least one road in every single community designated as a bike route, and a few local roads as well that we’re going to hopefully get some of the towns to sign off on and make connections to county roads.” Veitch said the goal is to bring the measure to the county Board of Supervisors for approval in October.

Next Steps for UDO Public Hearings in October, Vote in November • A presentation was staged Sept.

21 regarding the proposed city Unified Development Ordinance, or UDO – a tool which aims to streamline the review and approval process as it relates to zoning and subdivision regulations. Public Hearings regarding the UDO, which may be reviewed on the city’s website, are slated to take place during the next two scheduled council meetings Oct. 5 and Oct. 19, with a potential vote to adopt on Nov. 16.

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SARATOGA COUNTY NOTES

by Thomas Dimopoulos

Director of Real Property $ 89,209; Tina Potter, Commissioner of Social Services $141,918

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors held their monthly meeting Sept.

21. The in-person meeting was attended by approximately 50 people. The Board addressed the following issues:

Saratoga Springs Supervisor Tara Gaston cast the lone vote against.

“I’m not opposed to the increases.

I just would have don’t think that now is the time,” Gaston said.

“There are a number of financial issues with regard to COVID that do impact the staff at the county that I would like to see handled prior to that – but again, it’s nothing against the staff here, I fully support them.”

Saratoga TODAY

Cost-of Living Increases Approved for Some County Officials • The board approved a local law amending the 2021 county compensation schedule to provide a cost-of-living increase for certain county officials. Effective Jan. 1, 2021, the measure calls for the compensation for the following county officials to be increased to the following levels: Elected Officials - Susan HayesMasa, County Coroner $31,182; David DeCelle, Coroner $31,182; Michael Zurlo, Sheriff $139,601; Craig Hayner, County Clerk $120,848; Andrew Jarosh, County Treasurer $120,848.

Appointed Officials; Christopher Schall, County Auditor $ 89,598; Andrew Blumenberg, Public Defender $135,095; Margaret McNamara, Director of Human Resources $135,182; Anna Stanko,

Positions Created for COVID Testing in Schools • Earlier this year, the board accepted a $3.98 million Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity Reopening Schools Grant. The funds are targeted to assist with establishing COVID-19 screening and testing programs for students, teachers and staff to support and maintain safe, in-person instructions for schools.

As such, the board approved the creation of temporary positions of COVID-19 School Epidemiology Officers - as needed at the discretion of the Commissioner of Health - at the base salary of $40/ hr.; as well as the temporary creation of positions of COVID-19

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The Impact of COVID on the County Court System • Due to the impact COVID-19 had on the Court system in 2020, many cases could not proceed through the system to conclusion, creating a backlog of cases which are now being disposed of in 2021, the board reported. The backlog has caused an increase in assigned counsel attorney invoices. To this purpose, the board approved a transfer of $160,000 from its Fund Balance to the Human Resources

Department to pay for additional assigned counsel attorney services.

October Proclaimed Domestic Violence Awareness Month • The Board proclaimed October 2021 as “Domestic Violence Awareness Month” In Saratoga County. The resolution cited “the horror of domestic violence (that) continues to plague our society.”

In addition to resulting physical and emotional damage inflicted, the national financial ramification of domestic violence is $8.3 billion in expenses annually. The following statistics were also cited: - 30% to 60% of families where adult domestic violence is present, child abuse is also present;

- Despite underreporting, domestic violence calls make up more than half of all calls to the police; - More than 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced rape, severe physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner; - The NYS Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline received 8,584 calls last year.

The proclamation reports heightened public awareness is an effective tool and urges all citizens to support and participate in ongoing programs designed for the reduction and eventual elimination of domestic violence. The help hotline, which operates 24-7/365 is 1-800-942-6906.

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The Blocking and Tackling of Personal Finance

by David Rath, CFA, Continuum Wealth Advisors for Saratoga TODAY As the weather cools and the leaves turn, many of us look forward to one thing: no, not pumpkin spice everything. Football.

In the game, the teams with the strongest fundamentals typically put themselves in the best spot to win. According to legendary coach Vince Lombardi, “some people try to find things in this game that don’t exist but football is only two things – blocking and tackling.” We can easily pivot to personal finance to discuss what represents the blocking and tackling in that arena.

The most basic principle in personal finance is the idea of positive cash flow – spending

less than you make. In fact, this is the cornerstone of every other area because it frees up money to be used in the most productive manner. If your budget is in need of a revamp, focus on the big ticket items first (car payments, mortgage/rent, etc.). This is typically not something that is immediately actionable as those payments are either fixed in some fashion or have the potential to even increase. Whether it’s refinancing or downsizing, evaluate your options to keep these cash hogs under control. On the other side of the equation, bringing in more money frees up discretionary income to be deployed elsewhere. Again, this is something that might not be immediately actionable, but consider an investment in yourself by way of certification or training to improve your future income potential.

A corollary to the last paragraph would be to focus on saving with a purpose. Each dollar and each account should have a designated job. People get tripped up when they get their priorities mixed. For example, putting every last dime of your savings in your 401(k) leaves your finances vulnerable to an unexpected incident that forces you to take a loan in what should be an easily avoidable situation given proper

planning. Diversification of your account types and investment strategies allows for flexibility for whatever life throws your way.

Tying the last two paragraphs together, how much is a good target to save? We typically recommend saving at least 10-20% of income. It’s not easy and it won’t happen overnight, but it gives you a target to shoot for.

In the same spirit that the offensive line protects the quarterback, you want to make sure your finances are protected.

Everyone probably understands

the importance of life insurance for making sure your family is protected in unfortunate circumstances – what type and how much is something that should be reviewed regularly. An often overlooked protection mechanism is disability insurance. This is sometimes scoffed at because there is a perception that we can just “power through it.” That might be the case for a broken limb or surgery, but diseases like cancer are the leading cause of disability claims. A disability would have the magnified effect of reduced

income or total loss coupled with a mountain of medical bills.

A football coach will meticulously prepare a game plan for their upcoming opponent to ensure that every situation is accounted for. In that same vein, your finances deserve the same attention with focus on the fundamentals.

For more information, visit contwealth.com.

David Rath, CFA is the Director of Portfolio Strategies at Continuum Wealth Advisors in Saratoga Springs.

Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

BALLSTON BDC Cornerstone LLC sold property at 40 Anthony Pl to Elizabeth Miller for $331,736.

BDC Cornerstone LLC sold property at 48 Anthony Pl to Kenneth Matarese for $342,469.

221 Old Firehouse LLC sold property at 221 Kingsley Rd to Arthur Shillito for $118,000.

BDC Cornerstone LLC sold property at 44 Anthony Pl to VIncent Matarese for $322,376.

Cromie Farm LLC sold property at 0 Rt 67 to Kathryn Boyce for $104,000.

Barbera Homes Kelley Farms sold property at 21 Red Barn Dr to Raymond Deming for $451,276 JKM Builders LLC sold property at 82 Lancaster Ct to Colleen Franchini for $430,000.

SARATOGA Michael Kline sold property at 2 Spring St to Kimberly Lahut for $130,000.

Margaret Sinnott sold property at 223 Hayes Rd to Courtney Pelella for $415,000.

SARATOGA SPRINGS James McLaughlin sold property at 31 Tyler Dr to Matie Horton for $687,500

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Deborah Reynolds sold property at 2 Mitchell Place to Matthew Stringer for $999,999

77 Van Dam LLC sold property at 77 Van Dam Unit 408 to Sean OShea for $385,000.

Peter Gabby sold property at 8 Ward St to Robert Cassely for $620,000.

Thomas Sheehan sold property at 40 Magnolia Dr to Magnolia SS LLC for $899,900.

Lance Jordan sold property at 150 Hathorn Blvd to Amanda Flanagan for $235,000.

Karl Sleight sold property at 55 Phila St Unit 203 to Maureen Gadbois for $725,000.

PAAB Properties LLC sold property at 45 Allen Dr to 45 Allen Dr LLC for $240,000.

Monica Bell sold property at 18 Jaipur Lane to Francessca DiMaggio for $295,000.

Luciano Properties LLC sold property at 23 Jenna Jo Ave to Peter Mortka for $1,458,888.

Charles Pritchard sold property at 179 Spring St to Richard Silberman for $975,000.

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Anthony Verrengia sold property at 24 Sherwood Trail to Chen Xing Na for $587,000.

Jolyn Sweet sold property at 819 Rt 9 to Liam Smith for $286,900.

Donna Schisler sold property at 78 Tamarack Trail to Brenda Allen for $160,000.

Carey Brooks sold property at 40 Glenburnie Dr to Brendan Montrello for $429,700.

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BUSINESS

Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

Small Business Owners Honor Bill Edwards for Leading SCORE SARATOGA SPRINGS — ­ Small business owners and volunteers honored Bill Edwards at Longfellows for leading SCORE locally for 15 years, which helped launch more than a thousand businesses in Saratoga, Warren, Washington, and several adjacent counties.

Bill’s retirement comes after a banner 2020. Using Zoom, his team of 30 mentors spent more than 6,000 hours and helped to start or expand 117 businesses, creating 236 new jobs. These businesses invested more than $4,000,000, more than

half of which was raised from local and regional financial institutions which came to respect SCORE for introducing them to entrepreneurs who were well prepared to start or grow their businesses.

While Bill has retired, he leaves a large team and processes which will continue to mentor start-ups and help operating small businesses prosper. For assistance, go to score.org, ask for a mentor, and answer a few simple questions.

Read the full brief on Saratoga Business Report (www. saratogabusinessreport.com).

Todd Shimkus, Saratoga Chamber of Commerce; Jim Sears, UPS; Pam Smith, Spoken Boutique; Patti Fortuna Stannard and Paul Stannard, Fortuna’s Sausage & Online Italian Market; Bill Edwards; Rita Cox, Cox Media Solutions; Janine Remarque, Frontier Adjusters; Robin and Bert Weber, Common Roots Brewery; and Joe Dalton, previously Saratoga Chamber of Commerce. Photo provided.

HAPPY BANKER: BANKWISE TECH’S LATEST PRODUCT

by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — BankWise Technology™ has launched their latest product – Happy Banker – a software solution designed to help banks and credit unions streamline their daily operational tasks.

Happy Banker is a suite of applications for FIS Horizon® core system users (i.e. banks and credit unions). The integration platform with “plug and play”

modules allows banks to forgo the expense and time of upgrading or changing their current core processing system.

“Many banks have different products with different vendors that don’t always work together,” said Sergei Morgoslepov, BankWise Technology Co-President and Chief Technology Officer “We support an open banking initiative and Happy Banker will help bridge that.”

Morgoslepov explained that with these modules tasks that

could take several hours to complete would now take one person 20 minutes to do. And, although Happy Banker is intended to benefit the bank first and foremost, it also makes for happy customers.

“If a company has better processing in the backend, they will have better customer service,” said Rob Ward, BankWise Technology Chief Marketing and Sales Officer.

Read the full story on Saratoga Business Report (www. saratogabusinessreport.com).

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Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Saratoga Celebrates New Location SARATOGA SPRINGS — The pandemic brought many challenges to many people, but for Fred Astaire Dance Studios (FADS) in Saratoga, it was an opportunity to relocate and re-open in a bigger and better space. The Capital Region Chamber and Owners Elizabeth and Grey Masko celebrated the new location with a ribbon cutting, champagne toast, and performances Sunday, Sept. 19, with Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner and National Ballroom Dance Champion Joan Regan Hayner.

The new location offers a performance space that’s three times as large as before, fostering even more growth. As people are still recovering from the effects of the pandemic, FADS offers a safe environment for dancers of all ages and abilities to learn about the benefits of ballroom and Latin dancing and how even one lesson

Stewart’s Affected by Paper Shortage SARATOGA COUNTY – Stewart’s Shops paper containers are losing their maroon branding and being replaced by blank, white cups with white lids. A disappearance that has been noticed in local shops over the past few weeks, Stewart’s is quickly going through their remaining stock of printed cups. Due to the paper shortage,

the chain’s supplier cannot make and print the traditional paper containers. In the meantime, they are urging customers to buy and use refillable mugs, which is a cheaper alternative to the paper cups. There are 348 Stewart’s locations; at an average of 70,000 cups of coffee a day, Stewart’s goes through 25.55 million cups annually.

Daigle Cleaning Expands to Service Saratoga

Fred Astaire Ribbon Cutting. Photo provided.

can help improve mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

With this new location, the Maskos announce a new offering to help share the benefits of dancing with a wider audience; Fred Astaire Dance Studios – Saratoga Springs will be offering children’s classes beginning next spring.

“We are so excited about our new location, and everything we’ll

be able to offer to the community,” said Elizabeth and Grey Masko. “We look forward to the children’s classes we’ll be offering in the spring and hope that our current students enjoy the new space for years to come.”

To learn more about Fred Astaire Dance Studios – Saratoga Springs or sign up for adult or children’s lessons, visit www. fredastaire.com/saratoga-springs.

Daigle Cleaning Systems has recently acquired Care Clean of Saratoga, which will service Saratoga, Warren, and Schenectady counties. Care Clean of Saratoga will be branded under the Daigle Family of Companies and will operate with a similar model, offering the same services as Daigle Cleaning Systems.

And, as their offices expand to areas outside of Albany, Daigle Cleaning Systems is looking to expand their workforce as well.

Interested in hiring Daigle Cleaning Systems or Care Clean of Saratoga, or looking for a career

opportunity on their cleaning team?

Visit Daigle Cleaning Systems at www.daigleclean.com or call 518768-4881. Visit Care Clean of Saratoga at www.carecleansaratoga. com or call 518-467-8370.

CORRECTION: In last week’s issue (Sept. 17 – Sept.

23, 2021), in the story “Daigle Cleaning Expands to Service Saratoga” the name of the business and the link to the website was incorrect. The business Daigle Cleaning Systems has acquired is Care Clean of Saratoga and the website is carecleansaratoga.com.

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Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

SSCSD Board of Education Updates as of Sept. 21 continued from front page...

“Saratoga is leading the way when it comes to having both screening and diagnostic testing available to school districts,” said Dr. Patton.

Federal funding is available for the district to run this program and is available to all districts in the area. Saratoga will begin with the staff, having them provide proof of vaccination or their Excelsior Pass to get an accurate count on the unvaccinated and the logistics of how many need to be tested on a weekly basis. Once the district is comfortable with the testing process,

information and parental consent forms will be shared with parents.

School nurses will also have PCR tests for symptomatic students, also requiring parental consent; within 24 hours students will be notified of their PCR test results.

“STAY OPEN PLAN” UPDATES Updates to the districts “Stay Open Plan” were also announced at the most recent Board of Education meeting.

Approximately 6,000 students are attending classes in-person again throughout the district.

Since the first day of school, there have been 21 confirmed positive COVID cases between students and adults; 9 in elementary, 11 in middle school, and 1 in the high school. Currently, 101 students are on mandatory quarantine by Saratoga County. The school is required to report the following key indicators to the county for contract tracing: consistency of mask use, social distancing and time of association, and vaccination status of those 12

years and older. The county, not the school district, determines who quarantines and for what length of time.

The academic plan in place is PIVOT. PIVOT is for classes, grade levels, or the entire school to transition to temporary online learning. Students will Zoom in daily for live instruction, following their normal daily schedule.

Teachers should have already shared procedures with grades K-12, with additional information regarding study halls and flex to be announced. Attendance will be taken and Zoom links can be found on Seesaw for grades K-5 and Canvas for grades 6-12.

Looking ahead, an enhanced quarantine support plan will also be implemented beginning the week of Sept. 20 for 6th graders and in October for everyone else.

This enhanced online support is for individual students under a longer quarantine period; a longer quarantine consists of three or more days. This is the information

available as of Sept. 21: Students and parents will access work and communicate with teachers using Seesaw and Canvas.

Teachers will do live check-ins with students under these longer quarantines. Additionally, their online classes will be structured on a set schedule 1-2 hours per class depending on grade level band with a New York State Certified Educator approved by NYSED for live instructional online support. All of which is coordinated by the school district.

If a student needs a device, please contact the school’s main office.

Students should access their teachers during daily flex time upon returning from quarantine for additional help.

“Since March of 2020, we learned that students need more live instruction, access to technology, and also alternatives, set schedules and expectations, relationships with peers and adults are even more important, and that we need to do a better job as a district communicating and using communication tools,” said Lisa Cutting, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment.

CAPITAL PROJECT UPDATES Phase 1 of the Legacy Project is complete, and the district is now

looking to move on to Phase 2. The Legacy Project includes enhancing security with a new visitor management system, security cameras, etc., as well as other building improvements and energy efficiencies. The bid was this fall (Fall 2021), and estimated completion is Sept. 2023.

The specific Dorothy Nolan/ Greenfield/ Transportation projects include a secure entrance vestibule, cafeteria upgrades, and replacements in the transportation building. The bid for these projects is Fall 2022 with an estimated completion by Summer 2023/2024.

The bid for projects in the high school will also be in Fall 2022 with an estimated completion in Summer 2025. This includes a renovated dining hall, upgrading from a serving line to scattered food court stations with a variety of counter, group, and booth seating, as well as a renovated fitness center, with the current weight room being converted to a wellness center.

Now that the district is coming out of Phase 1, the bidding process, they will proceed into the design review and construction phases.

Members of the district will be updated on the progress of Phases 2 and 3 in future board meetings.

Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

EDUCATION BRIEFS

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ONA AND CANCODE ANNOUNCE FALL SCHEDULE FOR DIGITAL LITERACY TRAINING NEW YORK — The New York State Office for New Americans (ONA) and CanCode Communities have announced the opening of registration for the Fall 2021 session of Digital Literacy Training. Known as NewAmericans CanCode, the program provides digital literacy training to assist newcomers to New York State in gaining basic computer skills.

“We are proud to partner with the New York State Office for New Americans to provide computer education and training

to immigrants across the state,” said CanCode Communities Founder and CEO Annmarie Lanesey. “Digital literacy is essential for building a career in today’s information economy, and by equipping more New Yorkers with those critical skills, we are enhancing the tech talent pipeline to support the needs of employers.”

As part of NewAmericans CanCode, students learn Microsoft Office, how to manage calendars and email, basic internet safety skills, and basic computer usage. The course is available to

any immigrant living in New York regardless of status, who meets eligibility requirements.

Fall courses will be offered remotely, with realtime instruction and hands-on learning. Classes will begin the week of Sept. 27, run for 10 weeks, and be conducted on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

For more information and to register, visit www.cancode.org/ virtual-digital-literacy-program, email info@albanycancode.org, or call 518-238-6808.

Malta Ave. Elementary Named 2021 National Blue Ribbon School BALLSTON SPA — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona has recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, including 19 schools in New York. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.

Malta Ave. Elementary School in the Ballston Spa Central School District was among the list of New York schools named as National Blue Ribbon Schools.

Other schools honored in upstate New York include Castletonon-Hudson’s Green Meadow Elementary in the East Greenbush Central School District and Fonda-Fultonville K-4 School in the Fonda-Fultonville Central School District.

Malta Ave Elementary at the "To Malta and Beyond" event. Photo provided.

“I commend all our Blue Ribbon honorees for working to keep students healthy and safe while meeting their academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs,” said Secretary Cardona. “In the face of unprecedented circumstances you found creative ways to engage, care for, protect, and teach our children.

Blue Ribbon Schools have so much to offer and can serve as a model for other schools and communities so that we can truly build back better.”

Now in its 39th year, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program has bestowed approximately 10,000 awards to more than 9,000 schools.

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Food

Honoring the Pumpkin

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Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

Apple Pumpkin Upside Down Cake

YIELDS: 1 cake

by Madison Jackson

INGREDIENTS:

for Saratoga TODAY

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• ⅔ packed brown sugar

Photos by Pattie Garrett.

• ½ cup butter* • 2 Tablespoons apple cider* • 1 teaspoon molasses • 6 or more apples* • 2 cups all purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking soda • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon

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his past Wednesday officially marks the fall equinox. Still, without consulting the calendar, we start to feel the signs: the first leaves begin to turn, we wake up to cooler and darker mornings, and pumpkins and other winter squash make bold appearances.

At the Saratoga Farmers’ Market, we are preparing to fully embrace the transition to a new season by honoring pumpkins, a quintessential symbol of fall.

This year, the market is kicking off the autumnal season by co-hosting the 6th Annual Saratoga Giant Pumpkin Fest, organized by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, on September 25th. The giant pumpkins are brought in by local growers and will be displayed in the Saratoga Springs City Center Parking Garage starting at 10 am, with the official weigh-off at 11 am.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market, located at 112 High Rock Ave., will be open from 9 am-2 pm, staying open an additional hour from its usual times to accommodate event crowds. A select group of vendors will continue vending until 4 pm, coinciding with the end of the Chamber’s event.

Stop by the farmers’ market before or after viewing the pumpkins to browse a selection of seasonal fall goods from local farmers and producers.

You will find fall staples like apple cider, cider donuts, and pumpkin-flavored products, including cheesecake, peanut butter, jams, pies, cheese, and

granola. Vendors will also have plenty of fall decor (and apparel, too) like potted mums, gourds, and of course, plenty of pumpkins. The farmers’ market will welcome a new vendor, Snyder’s Brooms, offering old-fashioned handmade brooms ready for sweeping those fall leaves.

In addition to the bounty of fall products on Saturday, families can enjoy free children’s activities, including a live book reading by Elizabeth Macy and Lucky the Dog at 10 am and live music by Brendan Dailey and Zak Trojano. Stay tuned for more family-friendly activities to be announced before Saturday’s event.

This Saturday will have it all: leaf-peeping, pumpkin purveying, and a farmers’ market bursting with fall fun and local products. We are getting into the spirit of the season with a recipe for apple pumpkin upside-down cake, and many ingredients will be available at the market this Saturday.

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. Find us online at www. saratogafarmersmarket.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

• ¾ teaspoons ground ginger or 3 tsp fresh grated ginger* • ½ teaspoon salt • 1 cup sugar • ½ cup melted butter* • 2 large eggs* • ½ cup molasses • ½ cup pumpkin* puree • ½ cup boiling water

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 10 inch round cake pan.

2. Combine the brown sugar, butter, apple cider, and molasses in a saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, whisking until sugar dissolves and syrup is smooth. Boil 1 minute. Pour evenly into prepared pan.

3. Core, peel, and cut apples into ½ inch slices and arrange in caramel in a decorative pattern.

4. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and sugar) together in a medium mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, mix wet ingredients (melted butter, eggs, molasses, pumpkin and water) until smooth. Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just blended. Do not over mix.

5. Dollop batter over patterned apples so as not to disturb your design and smooth batter to cover to the edges.

6. Place cake pan on a cookie sheet to catch spills and bake about 35 to 40 minutes or until tester comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes.

7. Place serving platter face down over cake pan and flip to unmold the cake. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

NOTES: The original recipe calls for 2 to 3 apples. You may need as much or more than 6 apples for cover top of cake. The original recipe has the baking time 25 to 30 minutes. You may need more, as much as 40 minutes.

Recipe by Trish Aser of Brown Hound Downtown, shared by My Saratoga Kitchen Table, and originally printed for Edible Capital District.

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Food

“I Peel Good!”

Hello my Foodie Friends !

Back in early August, Paula and I had the opportunity to visit a beautiful part of our country to attend our treasured friend son’s and our son’s

by John Reardon best friend’s wedding being held in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. If you have never seen the Grand Tetons’ or Yellowstone Park, you need to put it for Saratoga TODAY as a “must” on your list. Part of Teton Village is a quaint historical inn called the Alpenhof Lodge. It is one of the original hotels in the village. It provides a warm, cozy, welcoming environment with a restaurant that offers tasty Alps-inspired food. Each morning we were offered a menu selection that included offerings from the Alps region that really highlighted some of the most unique and exciting European cooking with Swiss, German, Austrian influences.

One of my favorite breakfast foods was Rösti with ham and eggs. Rösti is a Swiss shredded potato casserole that’s perfect for brunch. It comes out of the oven, brown and crisp on the edges, melting cheese in the middle, soft-cooked eggs on top. Swiss Rösti recipe is more like a pancake than a casserole. It’s made by pressing shredded potatoes into a cast iron skillet to form a cake, and cooking it in hot butter until it’s brown on the outside and soft inside. Back in the early 1800’s this was a common farmer’s breakfast – cooked over the fire in a wood stove. Nowadays in Switzerland Rösti is served for breakfast, lunch or dinner and sometimes as a hearty side dish with meat.

To make this dish and many others that require peeling, we carry one of our favorite and best-selling kitchen tools; the Kuhn Rikon Swiss peeler. The Kuhn Rikon vegetable peeler can be one of the mandatory items that chef ’s require you to come to work with and as part of the every-day kitchen.

Rösti

The Kuhn Rikon peeler has a little hole at the end, and you just loop your index finger into it, gripping the peeler with your thumb and middle finger; all you have to do to peel a vegetable is just pull. The flexibility of this peeler is fantastic — it curves around whatever vegetable you are peeling. You can peel using the entire blade — other peelers don’t allow you to do that. It is super light. It is easy to clean because it has no nooks, and easy to store because it has the hole, so you can hang it on a hook. And this design provides the most comfortable way to peel, and you don’t have to worry about nicking the end of your fingers.

Sometimes with kitchen tools you want complex, awesome technology, but sometimes you just want the simplest thing ever, and this is it— simplicity at its best. It’s the most efficient peeler that’s out there. Many of the Chef ’s in the area will buy 10 at a time. The ergonomic design works in right or left hand.

Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store for your culinary needs. Trying out international food recipes and doing them in an easy and quick way is a fun way to learn about the different cultures of the world. The wedding in Wyoming was absolutely beautiful with a week filled with lifelong memories.

Congratulations to Brad and Julia for a lifetime of magnificent adventures and happiness. Remember my Foodie Friends: “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

O D POTAT E D D S E R SH AM & EGG H H IT W LE CASSERO Perfect for breakfast or brunch.

INGREDIENTS • 3 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 large)

• 1 cup low-fat Greek-style yogurt

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 3 tablespoons butter

• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard

• 1 large white onion, finely chopped (2 cups)

• 6 ounces grated Emmentaler cheese (or substitute Gruyere)

• 6 ounces smoked ham, such as Black Forest, diced (1/4-inch dice)

• 2 teaspoons salt

OPTIONAL: Garnish of fresh snipped chives, chopped parsley, sliced scallions, sour cream or plain yogurt.

• 8 large eggs

• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS Cook, peel and Grate Potatoes: Fill a large pot halfway with water and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and boil them for 1/2 hour. Remove potatoes from pot and cool them in the fridge for at least two hours or as long as overnight. Once cooled, peel potatoes and grate them into a large bowl using the large holes in a cheese grater.

Saute Onions & Ham: Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes, until translucent. Add ham and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Scrape the mixture into the bowl with the potatoes.

Assemble the Casserole: Preheat oven to 400°F. Add yogurt, mustard, cheese, salt, pepper and cayenne to the bowl with the potatoes, ham and onions. Toss gently to combine. Spread potato mixture evenly into a baking dish (about 13 x 9–inch) coated with cooking spray or lightly oiled.

Bake for 25 minutes. Turn the heat up to broil and cook for 4-5 minutes longer, checking every minute, until the top is lightly browned. Turn the heat back down to 400. Remove the casserole from the oven. With the back of a tablespoon, make 8 indentations in top of the casserole. Crack 1 egg into each hole. Return dish to oven. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until egg whites are firm and yolks barely move when pan is jiggled. Cut into 8 pieces. Garnish with chives, parsley or scallions, sour cream or yogurt, if desired. Serve immediately.

Take Care, John & Paula

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events Pack 4016 Scout Olympics Open House September 30 at the East Side Recreation fields (enter by Caroline St. School), 226 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, at 6 p.m.

Sponsored by the Saratoga-Wilton Elks, welcomes prospective new families to join us for our “Scout Olympics” first meeting of the year. From exploring nature in the fall to racing Scout-built cars at the January Pinewood Derby to summer outdoor activities, elementary grade Cub Scouts have year-round fun with friends while learning a wide range of skills.

For information, please contact Cubmaster Rob Donnarumma at rob.donnarumma@gmail.com, 518-588-5616 or visit beascout.org.

Diabetes Support Group Online Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will host an informal support group via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. The program will meet the first Friday of each month, the next meeting is October 1 at noon. Contact Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or dwhitten@cornell.edu for more information. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group. Register in advance for this meeting at: cornell.zoom.us/meeting/ register/tJcrcumprTgsHdTnn FQhaAk3DmT35kxzTfzR

Champlain Canal Tour Come walk in the foot prints of the canallers and mules who worked the Canal in Waterford!

The Canal, in operation from 1823-1918, made Waterford an important transportation hub for almost a century. The Saratoga County History Roundtable is sponsoring this one-mile walking tour on Friday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. led

by Waterford Town Historian Russ VanDervoort who will share the stories of the trials and tribulations of those who made their living on the canal. Tour begins at the Waterford Harbor Visitors Center on Tugboat Alley. Preregistration required to Jim Richmond, saratogacohisotryroundtable@ gmail.com.

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PetAPalooza Pet Adoption Day Curtis Lumber, 885 Rt. 67, Ballston Spa, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

We invite you to join us for a day of fur and fun at Curtis Lumber’s 11th Annual PetAPalooza Pet Adoption Day. Meet adoptable animals from local shelters and rescue groups who are eager to meet you, your family, and your current pets at select Curtis Lumber retail store locations. Dogs, Cats, Birds, Rabbits, Horses and more will be available for adoption. Curtis Lumber’s Ballston Spa store will also host Steve Caporizzo’s WTEN Pet Connection, Abby’s Lemon-Aide Stand for Animals, Benson’s Pet Center and will also have a 50/50 raffle and food trucks available. For full details visit www. clpetapalooza or www.facebook. com/clpetapalooza.

Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser Saratoga-Wilton Elks Auxiliary is sponsoring “Octoberfest 21” for our Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser on Friday, October 1, at the SaratogaWilton Elks Lodge from 6 to 10 pm. Put on your dancing shoes and casual attire while movin’ and groovin’ with Betsy and the Byegons. Cost is $20 per person in advance. Call Judy at 518-5875568 for additional details and reservations. A delicious German meal and dessert, included. Cash bar, and raffle baskets available.

Help us raise donations for Cerebral Palsy and have a fun night out. All NYS requirements for social gatherings will be followed, including unvaccinated persons to be masked.

Saratoga Recycles Day Sustainable Saratoga is holding their fifth annual Saratoga Recycles Day on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the SPAC overflow parking lot on the west side of Route 50. There are COVID-related safety protocols in place again this year – masks are required; please bring exact change to minimize the handling of money; and organize items by drop-off station to reduce physical contact; always remain in your vehicle. Visit sustainablesaratoga. org/projects/zero-waste/recyclesday/ for full details.

Fall Festival Craft Fair and Bake Sale On Saturday, October 2, 9 a.m.

– 3 p.m. Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church will welcome

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many and various artisans from around the Capital District.

Snacks and lunch will be available - enjoy purchasing home-baked items. 20% of the net income from the sale will go to CAPTAIN, Community Human Services.

nail clipping will be offered free of charge. (Please note: Snakes are welcome but will, regretfully, be excluded from this offer.) All are welcome! St Peter Lutheran Church, 2776 Hwy 9, across from the Malta Drive-In.

Blessing of the Animals

Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe Auditions

To take place at the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 2, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd., Charlton.

The Fall Festival will feature crafters, vendors and bake sale.

Everyone’s invited!

3D Bow Shooting Course Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club will host a 3D Bow shooting course, on our new course Saturday, October 2 from 10 a.m.

– 2 p.m. Open to the public, all are welcome novice to expert, bring your own bow and equipment (No Crossbows). This is a great time to introduce youth to the sport. Cost is $5 per course. There will be available for purchase hot dogs, burgers, soda, and water.

We are located at 123 Route 32, Schuylerville, (look for our sign).

4th Annual Dan Provost Memorial Walk for Awareness and Recovery Please join us at Gavin Park in Saratoga Springs, on Saturday, October 2. Registration, fun and games begin at 10 a.m. with a 1.25-mile family-friendly walk at approximately 11 a.m.

Refreshments and numerous raffle items will be available. Suggested individual donation is $10, family $20. For additional details and to register in advance at zippyreg. com/register/danprovost; day-of registration available. Proceeds will benefit recovery and education programs, Recovery Advocacy in Saratoga and the Healing Springs Recovery Community and Outreach Center. For more information, contact Ken & Maureen Provost at 518-587-8422, danprovostmemorialwalk@gmail. com or facebook.

Blessing of all God’s Companion Creatures In commemoration of the Feast of St. Francis you are cordially invited on Saturday, October 3 at 11 a.m. to bring your pets (leashed, caged, or securely held), pictures of your pets, or beloved stuffed animals (no leashes or cages required) to a service of blessing of all God’s companion creatures. Professional

of show. All proceeds benefit BSBPA community activities. To pre-register, sponsor or become a vendor, visit www.ballston.org.

For more information, contact bspacarshow@ballston.org or the BSBPA at 518-885-2772, info@ ballston.org.

Saratoga Book Festival

Malta Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe announces auditions for a December 2021 production of WILLY WONKA TYA, presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Auditions are by appointment only on Monday, October 4 or Wednesday, October 6. Looking for actors, singers, and dancers age 7+ through adult. Contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at theater@malta-town.org or 518899-4411 x 305 to schedule your appointment or for additional questions. This production is produced through a grant from GLOBAL FOUNDRIES/Town of Malta Foundation, Inc. Additional sponsors to date include Adirondack Trust Company, Stewart’s Shops, Ballston Spa National Bank, Levine & Levine.

Russell Banks will provide the opening keynote address to kick off the festival on Friday, October 15, at 7 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center. On Saturday there will be upwards of a dozen author events around downtown Saratoga at various venues including the Saratoga Springs Public Library, Saratoga Arts, and Caffe Lena, spotlighting emerging local and regional authors, poets, children’s book authors and illustrators, along with nationally known bestselling authors upstate New York readers love and appreciate.

A diverse range of authors, genres, and formats like panels, moderated discussions, interactive programs, accompanied by author readings, signings, and more.”

For more information, visit: saratogabookfestival.org/

St Paul’s Lutheran Church Annual Garage Sale

Trunk or Treat at Simpson UMC

St. Paul’s annual yard sale will take place Saturday, October 9, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs. The sale will benefit Missions to address food insecurity, homelessness, and assistance to missionaries overseas.

Accepting item donations. A great opportunity to clean out your garage or attic! We accept most items, except TV’s, electronics, and clothing. Donations can be dropped off at the church Friday, October 8, from 4 - 8 p.m. A separate table at the sale will be for non-perishable food item donations. Let your neighbors and friends know, so we can support the St. Paul’s Food Pantry.

Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls (.4 mi south of Rte 29) is hosting a Trunk or Treat in their parking lot on Saturday, October 30, from 1 to 3 p.m. (rain or shine). Come join us for some Halloween fun!

19th Annual The Way We Were Car Show Come stroll our historic village, check out the hundreds of cars and trucks on display, and enjoy live music, vendors and downtown businesses on Sunday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Front St. in Ballston Spa. Rain date Oc. 17. A “Kids Zone,” will be located by the Old Iron Springs, with free children’s activities.

Free to spectators. Exhibitors can pre-register by Sept. 30 for $15 per car or $20 the day

Saratoga County Stories A major achievement for the History Center and the Roundtable, comprised of fifty-eight short articles, the collection is a veritable who-what-where-when-andwhy of Saratoga County history.

Contributing authors include familiar names of local historians, as well as many regional “history buffs.” Two in-person events: Saturday, October 23, 2-5 p.m. at Brookside Museum in Ballston Spa; and Sunday, November 7, 2-4 p.m. at Historic Grooms Tavern in Clifton Park. The public will be able to meet contributing authors and the editorial team, purchase copies of the book, and have their editions signed. For more information, or to pre-order books, go to brooksidemuseum.org or email Jim Richmond of the Saratoga County History Roundtable: saratogacohistoryroundtable@ gmail.com.

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This Week’s Events: SEPT. 24 - 30

family friendly

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Artist Demonstration Zoom Program | 6:30 p.m. | Southern Saratoga Art Society is hosting a free and open to the public demonstration by Award winning artist Lisa David. Lisa will demonstrate a Fall still life in oils. To register please visit: southernsaratogaartist.com

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 After the Fire’s Monthly Meeting

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Sunnyside’s Fall Festival

Day of Play Saratoga Spa State Park Polaris Pavilion, Saratoga Springs | 4 – 7 p.m.

Presented by: the Beagle School and Go Kids. Free for all to play. Activities for all ages including home run derby, dodgeball, pumpkin painting, a frisbee golf hole-in-one contest, smores and more!

Sunnyside Gardens, 345 Church St., Saratoga Springs Kick-off weekend. Each year, we create amazing one-of-a-kind displays and fill our patch with locally grown pumpkins of every shape and size.

You’ll notice the intoxicating scent of freshly made cider donuts as soon as you step out of the car. And don’t forget our main attractions: our tractor-pulled hayrides and the area’s only ride-on train.

Fundraiser Fish Fry

2021 Adirondack Wool & Arts Festival

Hosted by Knights of Columbus #246 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 5 – 7:30 p.m.

Meal choices: fried or baked haddock $14, or fried clam strips $12, French fries, Cole slaw, tartar sauce, cocktail sauce included. Macaroni and cheese $5, New England clam chowder (pint $7; quart $13) side of fries $3, dessert, $2. To order call 518-584-8547 on Wednesday, Sept. 22 - Friday, Sept. 24 from 12 - 3 p.m. Pickup Friday at 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes thereafter until orders are filled or out of food. Pick up your meal inside or have it brought to your vehicle.

Call, give your name and description of vehicle.

Washington County Fairgrounds 392 Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Experience Everything Fiber Arts, Also, on Sunday, September 26 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. This event will offer education on the products produced in fiber arts, raw fleece, roving, spinning supplies, needle felting, dyes, yarns, and items needed to knit, crochet, and weave. Located in beautiful Washington County, a top producer of animal fiber, this is a great way to spend the day, browsing, shopping, and learning. For more info, visit: www. adkwoolandarts.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

The Great Saratoga Museum Treasure Hunt

Trap/Clay Shoot Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club 123 Route 32, Schuylerville | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Trap/Clay shoot open to the public – Great time to introduce the youth to trap shooting for Fun. Novice to Expert only $5.00 per round. Bring your own gun and ammo. Hot dogs, hamburgers, soda, and water will be available for purchase.

6th Annual Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest Saratoga Springs City Center Parking Garage 11-77 High Rock Ave., Saratoga Springs 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Giant pumpkin growers from the Northeast will compete at this Festival to find the biggest pumpkin of the year. The Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest is a FREE family friendly event. These giant pumpkins begin arriving at 9 a.m. with the weigh off starting at 11 a.m. There is the Saratoga Farmer’s Market next door on High Rock Avenue, food vendors, and special exhibits.

Art in the Park 2021 Congress Park, Downtown Saratoga Springs 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | A day of fine art in Saratoga Springs’ historic downtown Congress Park, curated and presented by Saratoga Arts. Nearly 80 artists from the greater Saratoga and Capital regions will display and sell their original fine art and handcrafted functional art in a beautiful park setting.

Artists will be on hand to discuss their drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, photography, and printmaking techniques. Rain date October 2.

Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa 1 – 5 p.m. | Grab your car keys, smart phones, and sense of adventure because Saratoga County is about to embark on a family-friendly treasure hunt from Lake Luzerne to Waterford! During the weekend of September 25-26, the Saratoga County History Center is hosting a wide-ranging scavenger quest that includes a dozen of the county’s charming local museums and historical societies. To participate in the scavenger hunt, please pick up a “passport” (at a cost of $5 – perfect for a family or a carload of people) at Brookside Museum. Inquiries should be directed to Field Horne: field.horne@gmail.com or 518-885-4000.

For details, visit www.brooksidemuseum.org.

Chicken & Biscuit Drive-thru Dinner South Glens Falls United Methodist Church 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Menu: Chicken & gravy with veggies, biscuit, soup, and homemade dessert. Cost is $12. Preorders are recommended and delivery is available.

Call 518-793-1152.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 “Purple” Documentary and Discussion United Methodist Church, 175 5th Ave., Saratoga Springs 2 – 4 p.m. | At a time of immense division, PURPLE tells the story of Americans with opposing viewpoints confronting their disagreements headon and discovering the concerns and humanity that lie behind each other’s positions.

Hillcrest Fire Department, 145 Pruyn Hill Rd., Mechanicville | 7 p.m.

After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Families are provided with gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel/motel, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support. etc. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Volunteers needed.

Anyone interested in learning more about After the Fire, or becoming a member, may attend a meeting, visit us on Facebook at www. afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435-4571.

Masks and social distancing required.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Roast Pork Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.

For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday Between 10 a.m.

– noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy & roll, tossed salad.

Dinner for 2 is $25.00 cash only.

Galway Photography Club Galway Public Library, 2112 East Street, Village of Galway | 6 p.m.

These monthly meetings provide a safe, relaxed and friendly atmosphere for those interested in photography to share their photographs and learn how to improve their technical and artistic skills. This month Galway photographer and club member Jason Cromie will be sharing images from his portfolio and explaining the techniques he used to create these photographs. Following CDC guidelines, masks and social distancing are required in the library building, For more information contact: Dave Waite, davewaitefinearts@gmail.com

Community Conversation Series: Bridging Saratoga’s Public Safety Divide Putnam Place, 63 Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.

A meetup where we get everybody in the same room and talk it out.

This session’s topic is the hot button matter of ‘Public Safety: Civil Protests; the Nightlife District; Police Reform and more. Featured guests/presenters include Public Safety Commissioner Dalton, reps from the SSPD, members of Black Lives Matter-Saratoga, election candidates and other interest groups. The public is invited to join in the discussion as well. This event is presented by The Black Elks / Frederick Allen Lodge in the spirit of finding common ground and community unity. Production help from Saratoga Flash News and The 398Group. Contact: FrederickAllenLodge@gmail.com with questions.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Painting in Nature - Acrylic Workshop Delegan Pond, Parking Lot #1 on Scout Rd., Wilton | Noon – 3 p.m.

This workshop will be led by local artist Page Darrow. This program is appropriate for participants older than 13. All supplies will be provided.

Registration is required at least one business day in advance. Space is limited. Our outdoor programs are weather-dependent and may be cancelled during bad weather. For more information or to register for the program, please contact the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org. Please provide your name, phone number, email address and the number of people within your party.

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Barbara King Art Show Opens at Library Sept. 28

Entertainment

Blues Guitar Hero Walter Trout at The Strand Theatre Oct. 12 HUDSON FALLS — Walter Trout, set to release his 29th solo album over a career that has spanned the globe, performs at The Strand Theatre, 210 Main Street, Hudson Falls on Tuesday, Oct. 12. Show time is 7:30 p.m.

In addition to his solo work, Trout has shared the stage as a sideman with Jesse Ed Davis,

“People Love Walking Their Dogs,” on acrylic, Barbara King artist.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ballston Spa resident and artist Barbara King will have works on display at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, from Sept. 28 to Oct. 25. King’s interest in art began with her studies at the Fleisher Memorial in Philadelphia, and her mediums include pen and ink, line drawings, pencil, pastel, charcoal drawings, as well as oil and acrylic paintings. Her primary interest is drawing figures and faces.

Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

Big Mama Thornton, John Lee Hooker, Lowell Fulson, Joe Tex, and John Mayall, among others.

Tickets are $30 General Admission. Call 518-832-3484 or online through Brown Paper Tickets, at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5158312.

Please note this performance is requiring all fans to be fully vaccinated

or to provide PRINTED proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours of the event.

For more information, please call 518-832-3484 or go to www.hudsonrivermusichall. org or www.mystrandtheater. org . The Hudson River Music Hall, Productions, Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrated October 1-2 with Flamenco Music, Dance & Film ALBANY — The UAlbany Performing Arts Center will present two programs in one weekend to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month.

An Evening of Flamenco Music and Film will take place 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 1. Flamenco guitarist Maria Zemantauski will perform a solo set followed by the screening of Flamenco Vivo’s 6Hilos (6Threads) which pays homage to the Golden Age of Flamenco.

Several of the artists featured in the film will be performing live with Flamenco Vivo when the company presents Tablao Flamenco on Saturday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Both events will take place at the UAlbany Performing Arts Center on the uptown campus

of the University at Albany.

Guitarist and composer Maria Zemantauski has performed in Spain, Italy and across the continental United States to great acclaim. Based in upstate New York, she maintains an active career as a teacher, lecturer and performer; delighting audiences as a soloist or as the founder and director of The Maria Z Ensemble.

Zematauski is on the faculty in the Department of Fine Arts, Theater Arts & Digital Media at Hudson Valley Community College where she has also been the Coordinator of Cultural Affairs since 2004.

The two evening programs are made possible through the ArtsCONNECT program of Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation,

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with support from the National Endowment for the Arts, and with funds from the NYS DanceForce, a partnership program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the New York State Governor and Legislature.

Admission to An Evening of Flamenco Music and Film is free. No tickets or reservations are required. Advance tickets to Flamenco Vivo’s performance are $15 for the general public and $10 for students, seniors and UAlbany faculty-staff. Tickets purchased on the day of the show are $20 for the general public and $15 for students, seniors and UAlbany faculty-staff.

For reservations and further information, contact the Box Office at 518-442-3997 or visit the Performing Arts Center website at www.albany.edu/pac.

Individual tickets are also available through The Egg Box Office or on-line at www.theegg.org.

Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

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New HMT Seven-Performance Schedule Set for All-Day Saratoga Book Fest Engagement Kicks Off Sept. 24-25 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Home Made Theater’s new production, “Almost, Maine,” will have a limited, seven performance engagement at Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, starting Sept. 24.

Written by playwright and Tony-Award nominated actor John Cariani, and directed by Michael McDermott, the show casts Toni Anderson-Sommo, in the role of “Glory” – a woman broken-hearted over the loss of her husband, after he ran away with someone else.

“It allows me to be a little New Age and hippie-ish,” says Anderson-Sommo, a recent retiree from the Hudson Falls School District who now teaches English Literature and Creative Writing at the State University of New York Adirondack in Queensbury.

“You’d be amazed at how many teachers are actually actors and actresses,” she says. “I think that’s because we’re used to standing in front of a large group and performing to keep their attention.”

Performances will take place Sept. 24, 25, Oct. 1, 2 at 8 p.m., and Sept. 26 and Oct. 2 and 3 at 2 p.m.

The performance at Saratoga Arts marks a venue change for the popular Saratoga Springs community theater company, which has performed nearly 200 productions at Spa Little Theater in the State Park since the historic landmark became its home stage in 1986.

Joyce Carol Oates at NYS Writers Institute reading. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Joyce Carol Oates – in conversation with Salmagundi founder Robert Boyers (4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16) and Russell Banks - in conversation with Yaddo President Elaina Richardson (at 7), represent the Keynote Sessions of the

Toni Anderson-Sommo, performing in HMT’s production of “Almost, Maine.”

Photo: Dawn Oesch

The age of the building presents COVID-era challenges that cannot be overcome in time to ensure that patrons, casts, crew, and volunteers are kept safe. As such, beginning with the production of “Almost, Maine,” Home Made Theater will stage five performances in the Dee Sarno Theater at Saratoga Arts - located at 320 Broadway - between Sept.

24, 2021 and June 19, 2022. An

“Off-Broadway” site at the Wilton Mall will provide the additional space and necessary accommodations for rehearsals, a scene workshop, and storage.

Single tickets, plus information and subscriptions to Home Made Theater’s entire 2021-2022 season are available on their website, www.HomeMadeTheater. org, or by calling 518-587-4427 during regular business hours.

Saratoga Book Festival, which will site its opening ceremony 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15 at the Inn at Saratoga and continue all day Saturday with a variety of programs at multiple locations across the Spa City. For Festival information, go to: saratogabookfestival.org.

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The Egg Announces Changes and Cancellations To Concert Schedule ALBANY — The Egg has announced the following changes to its concert schedule: The Milk Carton Kids, Friday, Sept. 24: Due to health concerns, this concert has been rescheduled. The new date is Friday, April 8, 2022.

Los Lobos, Sunday, Sept.

26: Alejandro Escovedo, who was

originally scheduled to open this show will not be appearing.

Tanya Tucker, Sunday, Nov. 7: Due to health concerns, this concert has been cancelled.

George Winston, Sunday, Nov. 21: Due to health concerns, this concert has been cancelled.

For further information, call The Egg Box Office: 518-473-1845

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Week of September 24 – September 30, 2021

Saratoga Jewish Community Arts: “Little White Lie” Film Discussion on Sept. 26 SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Jewish Community Arts kicks off its Fall 2021 season with discussion of the documentary film, Little White Lie, by filmmaker Lacey Schwartz Delgado who tells her personal, provocative story while raising questions of identity, family, race, and the mistakes of our parents.

Lacey Schwartz Delgado grew up in a typical upper middle class Jewish family in Woodstock, NY, with loving parents and a strong sense of her identity, despite the open questions from those around her about how a white girl could have such dark skin. She believed

her family’s explanation that her looks were inherited from her dark-skinned Sicilian grandfather.

However, something in her gut made her unsettled.

At age 18, she finally confronted her mother and learned the truth. Her biological father was not the man who raised her, but a black man, known to her and her family over the years, with whom her mother had an affair. Lacey doesn’t acknowledge her newly discovered black identity with her white family. When she entered college and its social scene, the looks she received from her new African American friends led her

to rethink how she had viewed herself. It took more than another decade to begin to reconcile the hidden pieces of her life.

The Zoom panel discussion of Little White Lie will take place 7 p.m. Sept. 26. Little White Lie is available for viewing on YouTube and Amazon Prime. Registration is required and is available by emailing sjca.sjcf@gmail.com.

For more information: www.saratogajewishculturalfestival.org and Facebook. The SJCA series is made possible by a grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeastern NY and sponsorship by Temple Sinai of Saratoga Springs.

Sip & Paint a Fall Scene on Slate at the Slate Valley Museum GRANVILLE — The Slate Valley Museum is welcoming back The Traveling Paints for the third session of its 2021 evening art series, Sip & Paint on Slate, Colors of the Seasons.

For the fall Sip & Paint event, participants will create a colorful autumn scene with a covered bridge on a Slate Valley red roofing tile. Attendees will be led by an instructor from The Traveling Paints in creating their own version of the featured painting, all while sipping and enjoying the company of other painters.

The event will be held on Friday, Oct. 1, from 7-9 p.m. at the Museum. Pre-registration is required. Tickets are $40 per person and include all art materials, one beverage ticket, and light snacks. Drinks will include wine and a selection of non-alcoholic options. Anyone planning to consume alcoholic beverages should come prepared to show valid ID. Space is limited. Those interested in registering can visit the Museum’s website at www.SlateValleyMuseum.org, locate the event on the calendar, and download a registration

Painting selected for the Slate Valley Museum’s Sip & Paint fall event, courtesy of The Traveling Paints.

form. You can also call the Museum at 518-642-1417 or email Wendy at associate@

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The Slate Valley Museum is located at 17 Water St., in Granville.

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LEGALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on October 19, 2021 at 3:45 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors at 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, New York 12020 on a Local Law, identified as Introductory No. 6 of 2021, Print No. 1, entitled “A Local Law Adopting Applicability of County Law 373 to the County of Saratoga” TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that at this hearing, all persons wishing to speak will be heard. Written communications may be emailed to publiccomment@ saratogacountyny.gov, or by mail addressed to: Clerk of the Board, Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, 40 McMaster Street, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020, which public comment must be received by October 19, 2021 at 3:00 pm.

Copies of this proposed local law are available in the Office of the Clerk of the Board and on line at www. saratogacountyny.gov.

Therese M. Connolly, Clerk Board of Supervisors 09/24, 107114

bids until 11:00 a.m. on the following dates at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud: October 7, 2021 Crushed Stone, Gravel, and Concrete Sand, specification 21-PWCSGS-50R October 21, 2021 Paper Supplies, specification 21-PS-2 October 21, 2021 Maintenance Supplies, specification 21-MS-2 October 28, 2021 Manholes, specification 21-PWPM-13R November 2, 2021 Guide Railing New and Used, specification 21-PWGR-24R2 November 4, 2021 Structural Steel, specification 21-PWSS-8R2 Bid forms and instructions are available at the Purchasing Office, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone - 518-885-2210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www.empirestatebidsystem.com).

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.

JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County 09/24, 107101

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 225, ARTICLE IX, SECTION 225-94 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY, ENTITLED “VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC – SCHEDULE XXIX – ALTERNATESIDE-OF-STREET PARKING” BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, NY, as follows: SECTION 1: Section 225-94 of the Code of the City of Saratoga Springs, NY, entitled “Vehicle and Traffic – Schedule XXIX – Alternate-Side-OfStreet Parking” is hereby amended to add the following to subsection “A”: NAME OF STREET Beekman Street FROM Church Street TO West Circular Street TUE, THU, SAT PARKING ON (side) West SECTION 2: This ordinance shall take effect the day after publication as provided by the City Charter of the City of Saratoga Springs, NY. ADOPTED: 9/21/2021 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: John P. Franck, City Clerk 09/24, 107113

LEGAL NOTICE LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2021 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, will conduct a public hearing, on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 6:45 p.m. and Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 6:40 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, to hear all persons who wish to speak in regard to a proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2021, entitled “A LOCAL LAW TO REPEAL IN THEIR ENTIRETY THE PRESENT CHAPTERS 240, 241 AND 242 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, AND TO ENACT A NEW CHAPTER 240 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, ENTITLED “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE”.

The proposed new Chapter 240 is a comprehensive and thorough Unified Development Ordinance, in accordance with the City Comprehensive Plan, that is the result of many months of efforts by city staff and consultants.

It has received comments from city personnel, city and county agencies, and the general public. It establishes rules, regulations, policies, procedures and schedules. It contains the following articles: 1. Title, Purpose & Applicability

NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County will receive sealed

2. Zoning Districts and Zoning Map 3. Residential Districts 4. Mixed-Use Commercial Districts 5. Institutional Districts 6. Industrial Districts 7. Special Purpose Districts 8. Uses 9. On-Site Development Standards 10. Off-Street Parking and Loading 11. Landscape 12. Signs 13. Land Use Board Applications 14. Subdivision Approval 15. Public Improvements 16. Conservation Design 17. Storm water Management 18. Public Realm 19. Nonconformities 20. Enforcement 21. Definitions and Measurement Methodologies Any interested persons may inspect the proposed Local Law in the Office of the City Clerk, in City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York at any time prior to the above public hearing.

Dated: 9/22/2021 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: John P. Franck, City Clerk 09/24, 107110 LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, will conduct a public hearing, on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 6:55 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be reached, in the City Council Room, City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York, to hear all persons who wish to speak in regard to a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Saratoga Springs.

The proposal would amend the text of the Weibel Plaza Planned Unit Commercial Development in the Zoning Ordinance. Zone B of this Planned Unit Commercial Planned Unit Development is a vacant 16-acre portion in which PUD zoning expired on July 1, 2012. Zoning thus reverted to RR-1. The proposed amendment seeks to restore the same principal permitted uses, and other uses allowed by special permit, that were allowed in the original PUD. It further seeks the addition of new warehouse, distribution and wholesale uses and the extension of the expiration date to July 1, 2024. The parcels involved are owned by United Methodist Health and Housing, Inc. / The Wesley Community, and are located on Weibel Avenue / Louden Road. Tax map

reference is Parcel 153.-1-18.

Any interested persons may inspect the proposed amendment in the Planning and Zoning Office, in City Hall, in the City of Saratoga Springs, New York at any time prior to the above public hearing.

Dated: September 8, 2021 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK By: John P. Franck, City Clerk 09/24, 106974 Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company Pursuant to New York Limited Liability Law, Section 206 (c). The name of the limited liability company is Martelli-Bishop Properties LLC. The articles of organization were filed with the Secretary of State on August 26, 2021. The office of the limited liability company is to be located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process may be served; the post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process served upon him or her is 223 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The purpose of the business is to engage in any lawful activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law. 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29. 107104 CMS Research Associates LLC. Art of Org. filed with the SSNY on 03/04/2021. 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, LEGALCORP SOLUTIONS 11 BROADWAY SUITE 615 NEW YORK, NY 10004 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29. 107094 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Trailhead Consulting, LLC. Articles or organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/2/2021. Office location: Saratoga County. Inc Authority RA has been designed as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 42 Broadway FL.12-200, New York, NY10004. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29. 107081 Notice of formation of Caroline Henry LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/30/2021 Office: Saratoga

County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 13 Van Brummel Lane, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29. 107075 Notice of formation of Art of Anusha, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/02/2021 Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 31 Ponderosa Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22. 10/29. 107065 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NAME: Harper Contracting and Remodeling, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/09/2021. Office Location: Saratoga County. United States Corporation Agents, Inc. has been Designed as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228 Purpose: Any lawful acts. 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22. 107043 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Bites of Indulgence Bakery, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on September 14, 2021. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: c/o The LLC, 43 Brampton Lane, Gansevoort, New York 12831. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22. 107037 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Milky Way Tapes LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/07/2021. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Milky Way Tapes LLC, 3 McKenzie Way Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22. 107019

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LEGALS Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC) Name: 813 T.S. Properties LLC. Articles of Organization filed by the Department of State of New York on: 08/19/2021. Office location: County of Saratoga. Purpose: Any and all lawful activities. Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Jessica Shults, 1 Pinewood Court, Burnt Hills, NY 12027. 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22. 106992 Clifton Park Dental, PLLC. Articles of Org. filed Sec. of State (SSNY) on 9/2/21.

Office: 1631 Crescent Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065, Saratoga County. SSNY desig. agent of PLLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the company c/o 1153 Flatbush Road, Kingston, NY 12401.

Purpose: dentistry. 9/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106975 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Wickham Rolloffs & Services, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 11, 2021. 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, 64 Hamilton Avenue, Corinth, NY 12822. Purpose: Any lawful act or activities. 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106887 Notice of formation of S’N’S Trucking LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 6/7/21. 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 :2303 State Highway 67, Amsterdam, NY 12010 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106881 Notice of Formation of Dagostino Trucking and Paving LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State on 8/31/21.

Office location: Saratoga County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 511 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: all lawful purposes. 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106866 Notice of formation of ADK Laser Engraving LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary

of State of New York on 06/25/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 47 Sweet Rd, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106860 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: SPA DAZE RACING LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on September 2, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 56 Spice Mill Blvd., Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106834 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Name: MABEY’s RELOCATION MANAGEMENT, LLC. Articles of Organization filed in the Secretary of State of New York on August 9, 2021, Office location: Saratoga County, Secretary of State of New York is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC to Ryan Blass, 9 Morris Lane, Clifton Park, New York 12065, who is the registered agent of the LLC. Latest date to dissolve – LLC is perpetual, Purpose: for all legal purposes. 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15. 106804 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC): Name: WJ Offshore, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the NY Secretary of State on 8/31/2021.

Office Location: Saratoga County.

Joseph J. Weiglhofer, Jr. is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served at the principal business location of the LLC; to wit, 1 Windermere Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity. 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08. 106794 Notice of formation of Penchant for Petals LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/28/2021 Office: Saratoga County.

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agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 15 Dyer Switch Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08. 106788 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: SACKATOGA STABLE #25 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on AUGUST 23, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 60 RAILROAD PLACE, SUITE 101, SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY 12866.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08. 106779 Notice of formation of I Want To Keep This To Myself, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/05/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 120 Spring Rd, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08. 106764 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW SECTION 206(c).

The name of the limited liability company is Chelsea Living, LLC. The date of filing of the articles of organization with the Department of State was July 29, 2021. The county in New York in which the office of the company is located is Saratoga County, and the street address of the principal location is 8 America Way, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to The LLC at the above street address. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any lawful purpose permitted under the laws of the State of New York.

09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08. 106692 Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company. The name of the

limited liability company is 229 Fifth Street, LLC. The date of the filing of the Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State was 08/24/2021. The County in which the office of the LLC is located is Saratoga. The agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served is the Secretary of State and such shall mail a copy of any process to 2112 Donnan Rd, Galway, NY 12074. The business purpose of the LLC is any lawful business purpose or purposes. 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08. 106683 Notice of formation of Gypse Elixir, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/07/2021 Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 5 Sanders Rd Corinth. NY 12822. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01. 106546 Notice of formation of Nourish With Ty LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/11/2021 Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of the process should be mailed to the LLC at: 21 Lexington Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01. 106536 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: DJM Property Solutions, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 7/23/2021. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 5 Southside Dr, Ste 11-337, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01. 106502 Notice of Formation of a Domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC) Under Section 206 of The Limited Liability Company Law. The name of the LLC is EMERALD CALABRIA, LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on August 17, 2021. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The office of the LLC is to be located in SARATOGA COUNTY. The Secretary of State is designated as the

agent of the LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address of which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is EMERALD CALABRIA, LLC 26 Tyler Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01. 106481 Indigo Evergreen Farms, LLC. Notice of Formation of the above Limited Liability Company (“LLC”). Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on March 31, 2021, Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: Matthew C. Dobbs, 435 Sweetman Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful act. 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01. 106464 Notice of Formation of Cutler Business Holdings LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 08/18/2021. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon which process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 10 Hemlock Drive, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01. 106458 Notice of formation of Sharps Toolbox, LLC (the “LLC”). Arts. of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on August 10, 2021. 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 to: McCabe & Mack, LLP, PO Box 509, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602. Purpose: any lawful activity. 08/20, 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24. 106447 Notice of Qualification of Blue Bird CE LLC. Authority filed with NY Dept. of State on 8/9/21. Office location: Saratoga County. LLC formed in DE on 7/22/21.

NY Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: The LLC, PO Box 471, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. DE address of LLC: 3411 Silverside Rd., Tatnall Bldg. #104, Wilmington, DE 19810. Cert. of Form. filed with DE Sec. of State, 401 Federal St., Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: all lawful purposes. 08/20, 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24. 106409

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Puzzles Across 1 Queens stadium namesake 5 Elevated vantage point for Wile E. Coyote 9 Sister of Sasha 14 Many a gamer 15 Oodles 16 Freezes 18 Red River city 21 Fronded plant 22 Exit in a hurry 23 Oodles, with "a" 24 They, in Calais 25 Drawn from diverse sources 29 Hound for payment 30 Words of urgency 33 Partners 34 TV component?

35 He hit his 600th homer exactly three years after his 500th 36 Medical suffix 40 Caesar's next-to-last words 44 "Take a hike!"

47 Intro suggesting uncertainty 51 Way off 52 Be decided by 53 Sot's woe 54 Caesar's last day, e.g.

56 __ act 57 Summers in Bordeaux 59 Pre-road trip detail ... and a hint to what certain parts of three long answers were doing as you solved them 64 Make certain 65 Island in Micronesia 66 Big name in digital imaging 67 Jovial 68 Modern address letters 69 "Got it" Down 1 DOJ bureau 2 Shipwreck site 3 "Want to know the culprit? I'll tell you!"

4 Many an MIT alum 5 Ralph Ellison's "Invisible __" 6 "Livin' Thing" rock gp.

7 Cold dessert

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See puzzle solution on page 30 8 Stick on 9 Central dividing point 10 Here, in Juárez 11 Albanian money 12 Tristan's love 13 Filmmaker with a distinctive style 17 One before a king?

19 "It's __ the other" 20 Try to strike 24 Old Peruvian 26 Old TV component 27 "__ Miz" 28 Wile E. Coyote collectible 31 Surfing tool 32 Bridal shop array 37 Source of some tadpoles 38 "Okay to come out yet?"

39 Norms: Abbr.

41 Asian holiday 42 Competition 43 Strip of gear, as a ship 44 Econ. yardstick 45 Environmentalist's prefix 46 Principle 47 Cruelty named for a marquis 48 Ultimatum phrase 49 "Just stop, okay?!"

50 Production 51 World Cup soccer org.

55 Omit a part of, perhaps 58 Asian takeout option 60 Mdse. category 61 Angkor __: Cambodian temple 62 Trickster 63 Encl. with a résumé

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling

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

This Week: Partially, Partly Partially means to a certain degree or extent.

The company partially shut down for two weeks to save energy.

Partly means not completely.

Doctors feel genetics can be partly to blame for mental illness.

Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

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Forward Ryan Smith and Goaltender Alex Sakellaropoulos Join ADK Thunder

Alex Sakellaropoulos

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Thunder, proud ECHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils and Utica Comets, has announced that they have signed goaltender Alex Sakellaropoulos and Ryan Smith to standard player contracts for the 2021-22 season.

Sakellaropoulos, 27, played 33 games for the Thunder during the 2018-19 season, going 19-6-5 while carrying a .915 save percentage and a 2.51 goals-against average. The netminder also earned three callups to the AHL with Binghamton, Utica, and Springfield. During the 2019-20 season, the Tinley Park, IL native made stops in Rapid City, Norfolk, and Orlando, appearing in a total of 38 games.

After signing to play with Adirondack for the 2020-21 season, Sakellaropoulos played six games for the Wichita Thunder, going 2-3-1 with a 2.60 GAA and a .934 SV%.

Sakellaropoulos played four seasons at Union College in Schenectady from 2013 until 2017 and was a member of the 2014 National Championship team.

Sakellaropoulos backstopped 82 games for the Flying Dutchmen (40-22-13, 2.54 GAA, .914 SV%).

Smith, 24, was originally signed to play with Adirondack for 2020-21 following his senior season at the University of Maine where he notched 35 points (18 goals, 17 assists) in 135 games over his four-year career. The Roanoke, VA native served as an alternate captain for his final year.

Following the Thunder opting out last season, Smith joined the Macon Mayhem of the Southern Professional Hockey League. In 42 games, Smith recorded 26 points

Ryan Smith. Photos provided.

(9 goals, 17 assists) and earned himself a three-game call-up to the ECHL’s Tulsa Oilers.

Prior to college, Smith skated in two seasons for the Green Bay Gamblers in the United States Hockey League, putting up 38 points (17 goals, 21 assists) in 117 games at the junior level and appeared in four playoff games.

Smith spent two seasons in Lake Placid playing for the Northwood School at the United States High

School, Preparatory level. He also participated in the 2015 CCM AllAmerican Prospects Game and was a member of the 2016 USA U-18 Ivan Hlinka Select Team.

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LIVESTRONG Golf Scramble SARATOGA SPRINGS — Upcoming golf tournament to benefit LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is looking for help from the community.

Kelli Prestigiacomo recently graduated from the LIVESTRONG program at the Saratoga YMCA – a 12-week training program for cancer survivors. She was so touched by how it helped her physically and mentally that she wanted to give back in some way. Kelli, along with her husband, organized the LIVESTRONG Golf Scramble.

The golf scramble will take place on Friday, Oct. 15 at the Saratoga Lake Golf Club (35 Gracemoore Rd., Saratoga Springs) with registration at 11 a.m. and a shotgun start at 12 p.m. Cost per golfer is $125 or $500 for a foursome and includes lunch at the turn and a buffet dinner at the Hideaway at the course; dinner only is $60 per person.

The tournament is looking for tee sponsors, golfers, wine donations (for a wine pull at the dinner), and raffle prizes. There will be a 50/50 and raffle prizes, 1st and 2nd place prizes, hole-in-one-prize, closest to the pin prize, and longest drive prize.

The YMCA and LIVESTRONG joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA: “a physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors achieve their health goals.” The 12-week training program is with certified personal trainers and provides participants and their workout buddies with a four-month Y membership.

To register for or support the LIVESTRONG Golf Scramble, or for more information about the LIVESTRONG program, contact the SRYMCA Developmental Office at 518-583-9622 ext. 138 or email shannon.vanhall@srymca.org.

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Community

SPORTS BULLETIN SARATOGA SPRINGS RECREATION CENTER Contact the Recreation Department at 518-587-3550 x2300 or recreservations@saratoga-springs.org with questions.

Intro to Ice Skating Build your skills! From your first steps on the ice through advanced moves, the Intro to Ice Skating Program will prepare you for more specialized forms of ice skating.

The program is for ages 3 and up. Early fall dates are Tuesdays starting Oct. 5 through Nov. 9 from 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. Fall dates from Nov. 16 through Dec. 21 (no Nov. 27) are Tuesdays from 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. or Saturdays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Intro to Ice Skating will be held at the Vernon and Weibel Ice Rinks (30 Weibel Avenue). You will need: snow or fleece pants; warm jacket; mittens or gloves; bike, ski, or hockey helmet (required for all). A responsible adult must accompany beginning skaters on the ice to assist with instruction. Adults do not need skates.

Games

Fun And

Fees before Sept. 27 are $65 for City residents and $85 for non-City residents. Fees after Sept. 27 are $90 for City residents and $110 for non-City residents.

Skate rental fees per class are $5, and a punch card (good for current session only) is $25.

Coordinator is Jill Ramos, USFS Quadruple Gold Medalist with over 25 years of experience.

Instructors are: Amanda Shelburne, Regional and National Coach and PSA Master Rated with over 40 years of experience; Pat Kenkel, Regional and National Coach with over 35 years of experience; Kelsey Clechenko, with over seven years of experience; Gwen Craig, with over 6 years of experience; and Mary Magnus, US Speed Skating Coach and Nationally Ranked Speed Skater.

Boxing – Co-Sponsored with Saratoga Youth Boxing This non-contact clinic will teach proper boxing technique and conditioning. Light contact will be available for those who want to take it to the next level.

Full safety equipment and coaches approval required.

This clinic is for ages 8–15 and will run from Oct. 25 to Oct. 29, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Saratoga Youth Boxing Gym at Weibel Ice Rink (30 Weibel Avenue). Fees before Oct. 22 are $55 for City residents and $65

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for non-City residents. Fees after Oct. 22 are $80 for City residents and $90 for non-City residents. A t-shirt is included; participants will need to bring a water, sneakers, and towel.

Bowling – Co-Sponsored with Saratoga Strike Zone See if bowling is up your alley! This so-sponsored program will introduce participants to bowling fundamentals and technique through discussion, demonstration, and practice. Rental shoes and ball provided.

This program is for ages 8-14; a responsible adult 21 years or older must accompany each participant.

It will run from Oct. 12 to Nov. 16, Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Saratoga Strike Zone (32 Ballston Avenue). Fees before Oct. 4 are $80 for City residents and $90 for non-City residents. Fees after Oct. 4 are $105 for City residents and $115 for nonCity residents. A t-shirt is included; participants will need to bring their own water.

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Varsity Soccer Sports Scores Varsity Field Hockey BOYS SCHUYLERVILLE V. COLONIE Schuylerville swept Johnstown with a 10-0 shutout win in a game on Sept. 14. Halftime score was 7-0.

Liam Armstrong led the way with 4 goals and an assist in the win for Schuylerville. Lucas Cotrell, Ryan Piteri, Casey Sutherland, Sam Tyler, Reid Rockhill, and Chris Jones also scored for the Black Horses.

Saratoga Springs: Joe Radovic (2), Ryan Farr, Timothee Boyer, Huck Patton, and Aidan Rosettie.

Troy’s goal was scored by Morgan Waters with an assist from Joey Torres. Troy’s goalie, Pip Ryan had 18 saves.

Saratoga Spring’s record improves to 3-1-0. Troy’s record falls to 0-4-0.

GIRLS

The Blue Streaks defeated Troy, 6-1, in a game on Sept. 21.

Schuylerville Girls’ Varsity is currently 4-0, with 28 goals scored and 0 goals against. Here is a look at their most recent games: :

Goals for Saratoga Springs were scored by Ryan Farr, Nicholas Varghese, Joe Radovic, Manasseh Turenne, Xavier Ruscio, and Charlie Barnes. The following players recorded assists for

Schuylerville took the lead early on, with a halftime score and final score of 4-0. Macey Koval scored twice, and Riley Keefer and

SARATOGA SPRINGS V. TROY

SCHUYLERVILLE V. JOHNSTOWN (SEPT. 13)

Alayna Wian each scored once for the Black Horses. Recording assists were Olivia Murphy, Brenna Morgan, Riley Keefer, and Victoria Piteri. Goalie Claire Pelletier-Hoblock had 4 saves.

SCHUYLERVILLE V. LAKE GEORGE (SEPT. 11) Schuylerville came out strong, scoring two goals before after against Lake George. The Black Horses went on to score three more, making the final score 5-0.

Macey Koval and Sarah McMahon scored two goals each, and Annika Buff scored one. Macey Koval also recorder an assist along with Brenna Moran, Gabby Everleth, and Anna Armstrong. Claire Pelletier-Hoblock had 5 saves in goal. Alivia Dean had 11 saves in goal for the Warriors.

Sarah McMahon:

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Sports Scores

SARATOGA V. GLENS FALLS

from Poppy Shishik.

Saratoga Varsity Field Hockey hosted Glens Falls in a nonleague game on Friday, Sept. 17.

Final score was an 8-0 shutout win for Saratoga.

For Glens Falls, goalie Olivia Drino had 21 saves.

Lauren Barlow scored the first goal of the game with an assist from Morgan Flatley. Morgan Flately then followed up her assist with her own goal. And, Aubrey Ide also scored in the first quarter for the Blue Streaks.

In the second quarter, Lily Gutch and Olivia Allen scored. Lily Gutch scored once more in the third quarter. Aubrey Ide also had her second goal in the third quarter. Olivia Allen scored again the fourth with an assist

SARATOGA CENTRAL CATHOLIC V. WATERFORD- HALFMOON

Highlights for the Fordians: Skyler Kennedy had 7 service points, 7 kills, and 9 assists.

Chelsea Plummer had 12 service points, 2 blocks, and 3 digs. Kiley Pennick had 14 service points, 4 kills, 2 blocks, and 12 assists. Kate Seguin had 8 service points, 4 kills, and 2 digs. Taylor Cosentino had 12 service points and 2 digs.

Cameron Gardner had 2 service points, 10 digs, 1 assist, and 1 kill.

Highlights for the Saints: Ella Costantino had 6 assists, 4 service points, 1 ace, and 2 kills.

Allison Motler had 3 kills and 4

Congrats to this week’s Athlete of the Week – Sarah McMahon!

Sarah is a senior at Schuylerville High School and is the Captain of the Schuylerville Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team for the second year in a row. Along with

being a leader on her own team, she helps the JV players with their soccer skills and development as well.

So far this season, Sarah has led the team to a 4-0 record with 0 goals scored against the team. Sarah has scored 6 goals herself so far.

Sarah is also one of the top students in her class. She has been a volunteer coach with the OSAA (Old Saratoga Athletic Association) rec. soccer program for years. When not working on school and sports, Sarah works on her family’s farm.

Saratoga Varsity Field Hockey hosted Shenendehowa on Monday, Sept. 20. Shen took the win in a close 2-1 game against the Blue Streaks.

Aubrey Ide scored the only goal in the first half for Saratoga. Shen came back in the second half to take the lead with both goals scored by Nicolette Morlock assisted by Hannah Merritt.

Blue Streaks goalie Gracie Holtby recorded 4 saves. Shen’s goalie Brianna Anslow recorded 5.

Varsity Girls Volleyball Sports Scores

The Waterford-Halfmoon Fordians had a 3-0 win over the Saints (25-20, 25-22, 25-10).

Photos provided by Paul Rogan, Schuylerville Varsity Girls’ Soccer Coach.

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assists. Kara Wengert had 12 digs.

Gianna Fiordimondo had 6 digs.

Juliana Montantino had 6 service points and 2 kills. Jacqueline Fornabia had 6 service points and 2 aces.

SARATOGA CENTRAL CATHOLIC V. BNL Saratoga Central Catholic hosted BNL on Friday, Sept. 17, and had a 3-0 win (25-5, 25-21, 25-13).

Highlights for the Saints: Allison Motler had 11 assists, 13 service points, and 7 aces. Jaqueline Fornabia had 9 service points, 6 aces, and 8 kills. Kara Wengert had 9 digs. Julianna Montanino had 5 kills. Charleigh Wagner had 6 service points, and 2 kills.

Highlights for BNL: Bailey Catlin had 7 service points, 5 digs, and 13 assists.

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90th Annual Wreath Laying at the DAR Monument

New York State Regent Patrice Birner surrounded by the DAR members from the Saratoga Chapter, Jane McCrea Chapter, Willards Mountain Chapter, Ondawa/Cambridge Chapter, and Peter Gansevoort Chapter. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Sunday, Sept.

19, The Saratoga Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Saratoga Battlefield Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution had the 90th Annual Wreath Laying at the DAR Monument to Unknown American Dead at the Saratoga Historical National Park.

From 1929-1931, the early part of the Great Depression, the DAR collected from the members $11,000 to install the monument at the Battlefield on Oct. 10, 1931. At the base of the monument is a tablet with this inscription: “The unknown soldiers who perished in the battles of Saratoga, Sept. 19 and Oct. 7, 1777, and were here buried in unmarked graves, helped to assure the triumph of the war of independence to create the republic of the United States of America, and to establish liberty throughout the world. In honor of those patriots and in recognition of the bicentennial of the birth of George Washington, this memorial is erected by the Daughters of the American Revolution of New York State.”

Special guest was New York State Regent Patrice Birner to recognize this special anniversary. If you are interested in joining the DAR, please email saratogadaughters1143@gmail.com.