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SARATOGA GYMNASTICS WINS SECTIONALS

by Jaynie Ellis Saratoga TODAY

Saratoga Varsity Gymnastics Sectionals. Photo by Super Source Media.

Saratoga Battlefield Launches $6 Million Project

LATHAM — Saratoga Springs Varsity Gymnastics Team had wins all around in the Section II Championships on Feb. 16.

Saratoga earned their 20th straight sectional win under Coach Deb Smarro, aside from last season in which Section II sponsored events were cancelled due to COVID-related reason. In place

of sectionals, Suburban Council schools held their own year-end meet with the Blue Streak still able to secure a team title there.

Before Saratoga’s run began in 2002 under Coach Andrea Snyder-Pedersen, Shaker was the last team champions in 2001; Coach Smarro took over Saratoga’s program in 2007 and continued the winning streak.

See Story pg. 29

That’s A Lot of Sauce Since 1842

by Lynda Bryan for Saratoga TODAY

You may have noticed that “Since 1842” appears on the label of all Mott’s apple products. That was the year Samuel Mott began selling apple cider and vinegar to his neighbors in the Town of Halfmoon. The Mott’s apple processing empire we know today grew from that humble beginning.

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See Story pg. 10

This fascinating story actually has two beginnings; the story of John Krasuski, the last family to live on the Mott farm, and Zebulon Mott, the first family to live on the Farm to Market Road property.

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HISTORY

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

That’s A Lot of Sauce

Mott’s Apple Empire: “Since 1842”

by Lynda Bryan Sponsored by The Saratoga County History Roundtable Contact saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com

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John’s parents Frank and Helen Krasuski purchased the farm in 1944. John’s memories of the farm he grew up on led him to research his roots, taking him back to the 1700’s and to the Kayaderoasseras patent where the Mott property and much of Halfmoon’s first families can be traced.

Zebulon Mott, the original deed holder, and his wife Rebecca purchased the property in 1795. He served in the Revolutionary War and became a prominent man in the Town of Halfmoon’s early history. Zebulon was the Town Supervisor from 1801 – 1817, served in the New York State Legislature, was Deacon of the First Baptist Church that stood at the corner of Farm to Market and Pruyn Hill Roads and is buried in the Newtown Cemetery that remains today. Zebulon’s brother Samuel, compiled and edited Mott’s Almanac. Zebulon’s son John lived on the adjacent farm to the west of his parents Zebulon and Rebecca.

Samuel Roger Mott, John’s Son, was the last Mott to live on the farm in Halfmoon. Samuel spent many a day walking through the orchards with his grandfather Zebulon. There, he learned the tricks of the trade in processing the apples for cider and vinegar. Word got out and he started selling his product to his neighbors. The Logo on every jar reads: SINCE 1842 and that was the year that Samuel at 16 years old, began selling his product to his neighbors. The cider was made by hitched horses that plodded in a circle, crushing apples between two large stone drums. This was a centuries-old production process. As the demand grew so did the mill. The horses were replaced with a more modern method using waterpower and steam to operate the presses.

In 1868, at the age of 46, Samuel, his wife Ann Mary Coon, and 4 of their 5 children left Halfmoon and moved to Bouckville, New York

Photo provided by The Saratoga County History Roundtable.

buying a 1/3 interest in a cider vinegar factory. On July 19, 1870, Mott bought out his two partners Beach and Brown for $4,500. Samuel, like his Grandfather Zebulon, was Supervisor of the Town of Madison for 17 years, and also served as a member of the State Assembly.

Fourth generation John Coon Mott, Samuel and Ann Mary’s oldest son, and the last Mott to be born in Halfmoon, did not move with the family to Bouckville. He lived in New York City where he opened a cider mill of his own that was located where the Jacob Javits’s Convention Center is now, near Pier 76. Father and Son merged their companies in 1879 forming the S.R. & J.C. Mott Company. In 1882 the mill in Bouckville was processing 14 carloads of apples converting them into 600 barrels of juice per day. A barrel contained 25 gallons, to give you an idea of their production. By that time they had expanded to distribution across the county and served international customers as well.

In 1900, the S.R. & J.C. Mott Company merged with the W.B. Duffy Cider Company of Rochester, creating Duffy-Mott and was incorporated in New York in 1914. The newly formed company introduced many products that we are familiar with today and sold the company to Cadbury Schwepps in 1982.

Charles Stewart Mott, John’s son, studied the fermentation process in France and Germany. He began work in the family business, but at the turn of the century, he became the Superintendent of his uncle Frederick’s business called Weston-Mott Wheel Works. They produced metal wheels for bicycles, carriages and rickshaws and later axels. They were offered a proposal to build a plant in Flint, Michigan and produce wheels for “Horseless Carriages.” Uncle

Frederick, not wanting to move, turned the business over to his nephew Charles. The success of the company caught the eye of a new up and coming company. In 1913. Charles sold the business in exchange for stock in that new business - General Motors! For many decades he would remain the single largest individual shareholder in the firm and accumulate wealth in excess of $800 million.

He sat on the Board of Directors for 60 years until his death in 1973. It was “Autos not Apples” that made him one of America’s first self-made billionaires!

In 1926 he created the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation with a $320,000 endowment, explaining his reason in an often-quoted comment: “What I Am worth is what I do for other people.” The foundation celebrated its 95th anniversary this year. It now has more than $3 billion in assets and offices in three countries. His subsequent gifts of cash and stock made his foundation one of the largest in the country, and he donated more than $130 million dollars to organizations in his lifetime.

Our two stories end with John Krasuski, finding the answers to 215 years of questions, standing in the cemetery next to his house

by Zebulon’s family gravestones.

Zebulon Mott, a Grandfather, spending valuable time with his Grandson, never imagining the lessons learned by that young boy that created an empire that has become part of our daily lives, and it all happened over five Generations.

Lynda Bryan, a life-long resident of the Town of Halfmoon, has served as Town Clerk since 2010, and is Town Historian and President of the Halfmoon Historical Society.

She can be reached at lbryan@ townofhalfmoon.org or 518-3717410 ext. 2233

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Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Storm Clouds on the Horizon

by Contributor

for Saratoga TODAY Picture this: you are driving on the highway on a warm spring day (especially nice to imagine during this winter). The windows are down, and your favorite music is playing on the speakers.

On the horizon appear some ominous-looking clouds. Your path is headed directly into them, but you need to get where you are going, so you soldier on. It shouldn’t be hard to draw parallels between this fictitious road trip and our current state of affairs in the stock market. With the steady drip of bad news, it is hard to focus on the road ahead, but hopefully, I can provide some clarity.

The most significant storm cloud at the moment is the persistent problem of inflation and the actions the Federal Reserve will be forced to undertake. As I have written about before, the Fed is tasked with keeping prices stable and people employed. A trip to the supermarket or gas pump quickly dispels any notion that they are passing the first test. Historically, when they have started a rate hiking cycle, they have never led with anything

more than a 0.25% increase (we are currently at 0%). Borrowing another automotive analogy, this is like taking one’s foot off the gas and not directly pressing the brakes. Investors are reading the tea leaves (and the minutes from the Fed meetings), and expectations for an atypically aggressive 0.50% opening increase are growing. Higher interest rates cause investors to rethink their previously held beliefs about the prospects for their stocks and the economy. Still, they do not necessarily predict a bear market for stocks.

The other storm cloud we could see coming is the historical performance during midterm election years. We can guess the reasons behind this but, frankly, they don’t matter. We know that since 1950, the average pullback in a midterm year is -17.1% compared to between -11.3% and -13.1% for the other three years. Last year we saw the US stock market gain 27% with only a 5% pullback. In other words, we were due. The silver lining in this cloud? The average market return after the midterm low is 32%. Given data like this, the temptation exists to time when to get in and out using historical precedence, but it is never clear in real-time.

The rogue thunderstorm blowing into this situation is the standoff between Russia and the West by way of Ukraine. I don’t pretend to be an expert in geopolitical matters, so I won’t attempt to forecast the outcome. However, plenty of investors are taking measures to protect their portfolios from any escalation on that front, which shows in the daily price moves. This isn’t the first flare-up of hostilities, and it certainly won’t be the last. Before

hitting that sell button, think about all the prior occurrences and the related outcomes.

Driving through an intense storm is never fun. You decelerate, grip the wheel a little tighter, and intensify your focus. Anyone with a driver’s license is forced to weather the occasional storm, much like anyone invested in the stock market is forced to

endure these periods of volatility. It is never fun, but it is the price of admission for the longterm returns that stocks provide.

Pragmatically, it is best to focus on things within your control during these times. Evaluate your spending. Rethink the risk levels in your investments. Save more.

Talking to a financial advisor can help focus with an objective eye.

For more information, visit contwealth.com.

David Rath, CFA, is the Chief Investment Officer at Continuum Wealth Advisors in Saratoga Springs. Continuum Wealth Advisors, LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor registered through the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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BALLSTON SPA — Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the Saratoga County History Center is pleased to announce a partnership with the Waterford (NY) Historical Museum & Cultural Center and Ireland’s Waterford Institute of Technology. At 1 p.m. on March 12, the three organizations will present “Waterford to Waterford: Irish Connections.”

The hour-long program will explore the historical connections and shared cultural aspects of both Waterford, Ireland and Waterford, New York through the

lasting legacy of heritage within the greater Capital Region and Saratoga County.

Featured presentations include “The Irish Language in America,” by Dr. Seamus Dillion (Waterford Institute of Technology) and “Waterford to Waterford, Local Connections,”

by Russ VanDervoort (Waterford Town Historian and History Center Trustee). “It is sure to be an interesting, educational, and fun approach to language, immigration, and exploring culture,” notes Waterford Historical Museum & Cultural Center

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Director, Anastasia Garceau.

The program, which is free and open to the public, will be broadcast on Zoom. To receive the Zoom link and details, register at brooksidemuseum. networkforgood.com/events /39590-waterford-to-waterfordirish-connections

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

COURT Loreal D. Bass, 41, of Schenectady, was sentenced Feb. 18 to 2 to 4 years incarceration, after pleading to felony grand larceny, in Saratoga Springs.

Kyle D. Baker, 37, of Warrensburg, was sentenced Feb. 18 to 1-1/2 to 3 years incarceration, after pleading to felony attempted criminal mischief, in Day. Shawn R. Bultman, 41, of Northumberland, was sentenced Feb. 18 to 10 years incarceration, and 5 years post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted assault in the first-degree, in Wilton.

Brandi Z. Harper, 28, of the Bronx, pleaded Feb. 18 to attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, in Wilton. Sentencing Feb. 18.

Victor A. Guilianelle, 53, of Mechanicville, pleaded Feb. 18 to failure to register as a sex offender, in Malta.

Sentencing April 15.

Jeffrey E. Tennyson, 49, of Moreau, was sentenced Feb. 16 to 5 years of probation, after pleading to felony DWI. Amier K. Grant, 31, of Albany, pleaded Feb. 16 to attempted criminal possession of a controlled substance, a felony, in Wilton. Sentencing May 18.

Ava Maddalla, 21, of Schenectady, pleaded Feb. 15 to attempted grand larceny, a felony, in Malta. Sentencing April 12.

John Martino, 36, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded Feb. 14 to felony assault. Sentencing April 5.

POLICE Bryan M. Young, 24, of Clifton Park, was charged Feb. 14 with felony criminal contempt, one menacing misdemeanor, and harassment in the second degree, a violation. He is accused of violating an order of protection by spitting on a person and by threatening them with a part of a stove, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office.

Austin S. Griffith of Gansevoort was charged Feb. 13 by State Police in Wilton with felony burglary, felony criminal mischief, petit larceny misdemeanor, and harassment, a violation.

Nicholas Edwards, 22, of Granville, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 7 with criminal mischief.

Miguel Reyes, 24, of Fort Edward, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 8 with criminal mischief.

Christopher Barry, 39, of Greenfield, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 9 with criminal contempt.

BLOTTER 5 Tarah Horan, 34, of Mechanicville, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 10 with misdemeanor DWI, refusal to take breath test, and moving from lane unsafely.

Jolund Miller, 30, of Albany, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 10 with misdemeanor DWI, speeding, and crossing road hazard markings.

George Murray, 38, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 11 with assault.

Stephen Struss, 31, of Albany, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 11 with misdemeanor DWI, speeding, and refusal to take a breath test.

Conner Ladabouche, 21, of Rutland, Vermont, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 8 with assault, resisting

arrest, criminal tampering, burglary and making a false report.

Jon Morse, 26, of Minneola, Florida, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 11 with assault.

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Fernandez, 23, of Amsterdam, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 12 with disorderly conduct: fight/violent behavior.

Owen Ponda, 22, of Warrensburg, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 12 with misdemeanor DWI, failure to obey traffic control device, and vehicle equipment violation.

Kameron Mattison, 21, of Hudson Falls, was charged in Saratoga Springs Feb. 13 with disorderly conduct: fight/violent behavior.

On Feb. 12, New York State Police conducted an Underaged Drinking Enforcement Detail in Saratoga County.

During the initiative 20 businesses were checked for compliance. One person was charged with Unlawful Dealing with a Child, after selling alcohol to persons under the age of 21. During these investigations, establishments are checked utilizing a trooper in plainclothes, and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or give a false date of birth. When asked for ID, they show their real ID. The following businesses were NOT in compliance under the New York Beverage Control Law Section 65, Prohibited Sale to Person Under the Age of 21: Saratoga Wine & Spirits, Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs.

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Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Professional Boxing Returns to Rivers Casino & Resort Event Center This April SCHENECTADY — For the first time since September of 2017, professional boxing returns to the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center on Sat., April 9, 2022.

Presented by Star Boxing®, the action-packed seven card fight night includes an epic battle for the WBC Continental Americas & NABA Gold Cruiserweight Title featuring Italy’s Simone Federici (18-2-1, 8 KO’s) and Ukraine native Lyubomyr Pinchuk (14-2-1, 8 KO’s).

Tickets start at $50 and are on sale now at RiversCasino.com/ Schenectady. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the fight starts at 8 p.m.

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Keeping Our Promise to American Veterans A new DAV – Disabled American Veterans Service office is now open to help all Veterans in our are with claims and other issues. The address is the Old Montgomery Ward building at 150 Broadway, Ste 303, Menands, NY 12204-2893. Office hours Monday and Tuesday 0900-1500 or by appointment. 518-245-6333. One of our Veterans will help you. We are keeping our promise to American Veterans.

- Sid Gordon – Chaplain, DAV Chapter 158 NY

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Local’s Comment Regarding Commissioner Montagnino’s Report on the Darryl Mount

EDITORIAL Thomas Dimopoulos City, Crime, Business Arts/Entertainment 518-581-2480 x214 thomas@saratogapublishing.com

Regarding Commissioner Montagnino’s report on the Darryl Mount incident and the media coverage that followed, I make the following observations:

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First and most importantly, the Commissioner’s determination that Darryl could not have been assaulted by police officers in the early morning hours of August 31, 2013 is consistent with the report that we made available to our community in June, 2014. Unfortunately, the Commissioner fails to even acknowledge our 2014 report which was supported by reams of documentation. He falsely claimed that he produced the only report ever issued on this incident.

Despite claims to the contrary, the incident was thoroughly investigated. There was the required criminal investigation of the assault on Darryl’s girlfriend which was captured on surveillance cameras.

There was a comprehensive investigation of what occurred during and after the pursuit which was necessary in order to counter groundless claims of police brutality by local blogger John Tighe. There was also the investigation by the City’s liability insurance carrier as part of their determination to defend against a baseless lawsuit.

A separate Internal Affairs Investigation was not required since the only witness claiming police misconduct was immediately shown to be lying.

She later recanted. Had a separate Internal Affairs Investigation been conducted, it would have been identified as such and the specifics and ultimate findings would have been made known in a timely manner.

Chief Greg Veitch has been unfairly maligned by Commissioner Montagnino and by the media in general. Greg never purposely deceived anyone about the facts surrounding the assault committed by Darryl and the subsequent pursuit. Confusion over terms used to describe the comprehensive investigation never constituted deceit or deception.

After reading the Commissioner Montagnino’s report, I welcome the City Council’s request for another investigation, this time by the Attorney General. Unlike the Commissioner, the AG will actually speak to those of us who know what occurred and how information was handled. An objective analysis is needed to finally provide closure for all.

- Christian E Mathiesen, Saratoga Springs

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Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Ballston Spa House & Garden Calling All Recreationalists: ‘Discover Canyon Club: How to Compost Country’ Travel Opportunity by NYSRPS SARATOGA SPRINGS — The New York State Recreation and Park Society has announced the opportunity to travel to America’s greatest National Parks, Oct. 4 – Oct. 10, 2022. Early bird pricing ends April 4.

Lodging, meals, transportation, tours, and more are included

BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa House and Garden Club (BSH&GC) will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. on Thursday March 10, in the meeting room of the Ballston Spa Library, 21 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa. Sander Bonvell will be speaking about how to turn your yard, garden and food waste into useful compost. He will cover the basics of getting started with composting, as well as explaining the chemistry and microbiology involved in the process.

Mr. Bonvell is the founder of the

Ballston Spa compost initiative and has been doing his own composting for more than 10 years.

The public is invited to attend. Refreshments of Irish soda bread and tea will be served. In consideration of the health concerns of some of our members’ families and the tight seating at the library, we encourage attendees to wear masks.

BSH&GC is a member of the Federated Garden Clubs of NYS. New members are always welcome. For more information you may contact Linda Fay at: Linda81650@gmail.com.

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in this trip of a lifetime. Hassle free booking and convenience of a guide to oversee all aspects of the group tour will leave all worries to the professionals. Visit nysrps.org for all details.

Itinerary At A Glance: Day 1: Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale, Scottsdale Arizona

Day 2: Yavapai East at South Rim Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona Day 3 & 4: Lake Powell Resort, Page, Arizona Day 5 & 6: Courtyard by Marriott St. George, St. George, Utah Day 7: Paris Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada

Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway: A Scenic Train Ride This Spring CORINTH — A scenic, tourist-friendly journey by train will kick-off operation this spring.

The 90-minute ride departs in Corinth and travels about 7 miles to Greenfield, before returning.

The Adirondack Company originally built the historic line in 1864 by Dr. Thomas Durant from Saratoga Springs to North Creek.

The rides take place starting in May. For more information, go to: corinthtrain.com.

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NEWS

Saratoga County GOP Unanimously Endorses Stefanik for Re-election; Dems Meet This Week

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA COUNTY — In advance of November’s election in the 21st Congressional District, the Saratoga County Republican Party this week announced it had unanimously endorsed Congresswoman Stefanik for her re-election campaign in 2022.

“Saratoga County Republicans proudly and unanimously endorsed Republican House Chairwoman Elise Stefanik for re-election in New York’s 21st Congressional District,” said Saratoga County Chairman Carl Zeilman said, in a statement.

Stefanik has thus far been endorsed unanimously by nine Republican committees in the 21st district, including: Saratoga, Franklin, Herkimer, Fulton, Jefferson, Clinton, Hamilton, Warren, and Oneida Counties.

Saratoga County Democrats meet this week to endorse their candidate for the Nov. 8 election, said County Essex County Democratic Chairperson Margaret Bartley. Thus far, Matt Castelli has been endorsed by Democrat committees in 10 of the 18 counties of the 21st district. Castelli is a Saratoga County resident a former CIA

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Sheriff’s Office Issues Fraud Alert

by Thomas Dimopoulos

officer and Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council who served in both the Obama and Trump White Houses.

In addition to Castelli, Democrats Bridie Farrell, Matthew Putorti, and Ezra Watson have announced they will be running for the seat.

Republican Lonny Koons has declared candidacy for the Republican primary.

Primaries take place June 28.

As of Nov. 2021, Elise Stefanik. Photo provided. the 21st Congressional District had included approxi- conducted every 10 years. The mately 431,000 active voters – expanded NY-21 district likely about 67,000 of those in Saratoga will see its geographic land borCounty, according to NYS Board der and county distribution of Elections data. The major- increase from 12 counties to 18 ity of voters in the district were counties. Those six new counregistered Republicans (about ties of the 21st Congressional 175,000). Registered Democrats District: Montgomery, Oneida, were 125,000 and registered vot- Oswego, Otsego, Rensselaer and ers unaffiliated with any party Schoharie. Conversely, the numwere 99,000. Those ratios are ber of Saratoga County voters in likely to change. the 21st Congressional District State legislative and con- will be smaller, with a larger numgressional districts are currently ber of voters being placed in the being re-drawn in New York – a 20th Congressional District, than process of redistricting typically had previously been the case.

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A company selling T-shirts emblazoned with the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department logo has been tagged as a fraud alert by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office.

“The Sheriff ’s Office has been made aware of suspicious text messages being sent by a company claiming to be selling t-shirts on our behalf,” the county Sheriff ’s Office reports in a press statement

released this afternoon. “If you receive this message, it is a scam and not a company doing business on our behalf. We encourage residents not to respond to the message and not provide any personal or financial information.”

Similar fraud alerts depicting the phony T-shirts with their own respective logos have similarly been issued in recent days by the Clermont, Florida Police Department and the Middletown, Pennsylvania Fire Department.

Ballston Spa Man Charged with Four Saratoga Springs Robberies in a 48-hour Period

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A 37-year-old Ballston Spa man was arrested in connection with a string of robberies that recently occurred in Saratoga Springs.

Justin P. Rock was charged with four felony counts of robbery in the first degree. He is suspected of stealing cash from four city establishments between Saturday Feb. 19 and Monday, Feb. 21 while implying that he had a gun. No gun was reported being observed in any instance, according to Saratoga Springs Police.

Rock was taken into custody shortly following a fifth reported robbery, which allegedly occurred late Tuesday afternoon at Midtown Wine & Spirits on Milton Avenue in the village of Ballston Spa.

The times and locations of the four Saratoga Springs incidents: • Saturday, Feb. 19 at 5 p.m. at Super Smoke N’ Save at 109 West Ave.; • Monday, Feb. 21 at 1:45 a.m., XtraMart at 154 South Broadway; - 4:22 p.m., I Love NY Pizza at 26 Congress St.; - 4:30 p.m., Post Time Wine & Spirits at 170 South Broadway.

The circumstances in the Ballston Spa heist on Tuesday were similar to the ones in Saratoga Springs, and following a collaborative effort of law enforcement in Ballston Spa, Saratoga Springs, as well as the county Sheriff ’s office and State Police, Rock was located at a residence on East High Street.

Rock was arraigned on the Saratoga Springs charges and sent to Saratoga County Jail without bail. Charges from the Ballston Spa incident are pending.

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Solomon Trust Provides New Transport for Backstretch Workers SARATOGA SPRINGS — For the fourth time in the past 15 years, the Alfred Z. Solomon Testamentary Trust of Saratoga Springs has provided a grant allowing the New York Race Track Chaplaincy to purchase a vehicle to transport backstretch workers at the three New York Racing Association racetracks, as well as Saratoga farms.

The vehicle provides transport to medical appointments, grocery stores and various program activities administered by the NY Chaplaincy.

“It’s hard to adequately convey the importance of having a reliable vehicle to move food, clothing and people around the backstretch area,” said Humberto Chavez, lead chaplain and executive director of the New York chaplaincy. “Mr. Solomon had a vision when he created this trust to help charitable organizations in the Saratoga area and I hope people will think of him every time they step into

this van bearing his name or see it cruising through the backstretch and around town.”

The new minivan will replace one that has more than 200,000 miles on the odometer. In past 15 years, the Solomon Trust has helped the NY chaplaincy purchase a 15-passenger van and two cargo vans.

Solomon, who lived in Gansevoort and New York City, was a leader in the women’s hat industry, a horse racing enthusiast and a philanthropist. A race named in his honor on opening day of the Saratoga meet was held for the last six years of his life.

He died Sept. 4, 2004 at the age of 104. The Alfred Z. Solomon Testamentary Trust of Saratoga Springs, NY was formed in 2005 to benefit non-profit scientific, medical, educational, cultural, religious and charitable organizations by funding projects and programs in memory of Solomon.

Saratoga County Meetings this Week Meetings held at Board of Supervisors Room, 40 McMaster St., Ballston Spa.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1 4 p.m. | Buildings & Grounds

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 3 p.m. | Public Safety 3:30 p.m. | Public Works 4 p.m. | Health & Human Services

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 3 p.m. | Human Services & Insurance 3:30 p.m. | Economic Development 4 p.m. | Trails & Open Space

Buy Local it takes you to start the trend.

Passenger Minivan Provided by the Solomon Trust. Photo provided.

Cardiac Calcium Scoring Exam Helps Detect Heart Disease Early REDUCED PRICE OF $99 IN FEBRUARY As part of our observance of American Heart Month, Saratoga Hospital will offer this test at the reduced price of $99 in February. The simple, painless test—known as a cardiac calcium scoring exam—can detect heart disease even before symptoms begin.

The test may make sense for individuals who have any of the following risk factors: • Diabetes • Tobacco use • Family history of heart disease • Men over 45 • High blood pressure or high • Women over 55 or women over 40 cholesterol who have gone through menopause • Overweight by 20 percent or more or had their ovaries removed and are not taking estrogen • Sedentary lifestyle This test is offered at Wilton Medical Arts. As with any test, individuals should discuss their situation with their doctor first.

A physician referral is required. The exam often is not covered by insurance.

For more information or an appointment, call 518-580-2232.

Shop Local.

Eat Local.

Enjoy Local.

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NEWS

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Saratoga Battlefield Launches $6+ Million Rehabilitation Project STILLWATER — On March 1, Saratoga National Historical Park will begin a $6-plus million, multi-year project to rehabilitate the interpretive battlefield experience. This important work is being funded through the Great American Outdoors Act. The project focuses on improving accessibility and interpretation of the Saratoga Battlefield. The work includes rehabilitating the parking areas and pathways at all tour stops to address deferred maintenance, improve accessibility, and replace aging waysides exhibits to enhance the interpretation experience of the battlefield.

In March, the Tour Road will be closed during the week to all traffic, including vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles. It will be available on weekends for pedestrian and bicycle use only.

From April 9 through May 27,

the Tour Road will be open on weekends only for use by vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. The South Entrance Parking area will be used as a construction staging area and closed for the duration of the project.

The battlefield grounds can be accessed by foot via the Wilkinson Trail at the Visitor Center. Equestrians may use the lower visitor center parking area for their trailers and access the Horse Trail via the Entrance Road.

Visitors should use extra caution when crossing the Tour Road and when passing through or near Tour Stops actively under construction. Construction vehicles will be traveling in both directions along the road.

For more information about Saratoga National Historical Park, call the Visitor Center at 518-670-2985, or visit www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm.

A collage of images showing current conditions at various tour stops. Included are representations of cracked and uneven pavement and difficult to read/inaccessible signage. NPS Photos.

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Shawn Zamzow sold property at 4 Magnolia Way to National Residential Nominee Services for $572,000

5 Rockrose Way, Ballston Spa $460,000

BALLSTON Albert Small sold property at 57 Kasey Pass to Robert Joseph for $288,000.

DndT Property Group LLC sold property at 37 Main St to Kenneth Waldrop for $235,000.

Kyle Lavoie sold property at 11 Tamarack Place to Anh Luu for $460,000.

Gary Ruberti sold property at 23 Forestbrook Dr to Kimberly Cordner for $435,000.

GREENFIELD Jeffrey Wager sold property at 636 Sand Hill Rd to Harold Bosche for $389,000 Peerless Grove LLC sold property at 543 541 539 Locust Grove to 711 and 921 Locust Grove Rd for $500,000.

MALTA Sarah Butterick sold property at 162 Thimbleberry Rd to Andrew Larson for $226,784.

National Residential Nominee Services sold property at 4 Magnolia Way to Amanda Battistoni for $572,000 Steven Gregory sold property at 2 Northwest Pass to Nathaniel Gorifor $343,000 Daniel Estep sold property at 22 Maltaville Rd to Renee Dufek for $340,000.

Amber Upton sold property at 174 Arrow Pl to Toni Wakefield for $212,000

Michael Speranza sold property at 21 Sunset Dr to Eve Megtert for $285,000 Spencers Landing LLC sold property at 26 Julians Way to Erica Aisner for $832,329.

William Walker Jr. sold property at 6 Karen Dr to Robert Woods for $275,000.

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

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

Devgar LLC sold property at 94 Pepperbush Place to Renee Pelosi $208,000

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

Stephen Granger sold property at 5 Rockrose Way to Kevin Kelly for $460,000.

Bari Bannister sold property at 2 Tompion Lane to Marcia Hunter for $262,000.

SARATOGA Bryan Delmar sold property at 11 Pine St to Sshley Buchanan for $172,000 Ann Helgerson sold property at 180 Walsh Rd to Brian Hill for $930,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS West Ave Development LLC sold property at 116 West Ave Unit 301 to Cheryl Aviloi for $622,971

Dwayne Hazel sold property at 9 Casino Dr to Scott Waite for $309,000.

128 Henry Building LLC sold property at 128 Henry St Unit 405 to Vince Lamore for $1,028,000.

BGH Holdings LLC sold property at Nelson Ave to EC Nelson Ave LLC for $310,000.

Nicholas McGrady sold property at 54 Oak St to Benjamin Norford for $373,000.

WILTON Christopher Abele sold property at Lot 1 Ingersoll Rd to Christina Abele for $200,000.

Elizabeth Haase sold property at 11 Evergreen Dr to David Hayes for $360,000.

11 George Merton sold property at 93 Ingersoll Rd to Brenden Madigan for $350,000.

Sonoma Grove LLC sold property at 4 Monterey Ct to Heidi Tinter for $763,347.

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BUSINESS

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Benson’s Pet Center Opens Store on Ballston Ave.

by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The newest Benson’s Pet Center on Ballston Ave. is a hit with local customers and their pets who live near downtown Saratoga Springs.

The store, at 175 Ballston Ave., is inside the plaza where Slugger’s Den batting cages and Cutting Edge Martial Arts used to be located. They didn’t hold an official grand opening and instead wanted to serve customers right away; the completely remodeled store opened its doors just after Christmas while they were still stocking shelves. This is Benson’s 7th location in the Capital Region,

and it’s in a perfect spot for customers in the area to stop in while on walks with their furry friends.

“This store is a great opportunity to support and serve customers new or old in the area, and we are so happy to be here,” said Benson’s General Manager Moira Nowc, who is in her 16th year with the company. “The dogs know the path here and always want to come in to get cookies.”

One of the unique features at this location is the do-it-yourself dog wash station, which will be added in other locations in the future. After speaking with a Benson’s associate about your dog’s needs, they provide shampoo, towels, etc. and

Photos by Jaynie Ellis.

disinfect the station after each use. Appointments have been on a walk-in basis, and they have seen about 90 dog washes since opening only two months ago.

Some other popular products include treats from the Lazy Dog Cookie Co. which is a local brand out of Ballston Spa. Other items include puzzles and mental enrichment toys to help dogs with “cabin fever”, whether from being couped up during quarantine or the cold winter months, and Musher’s paw treatment to help heal dog’s paws from the salt on the roads and sidewalks.

This location sells crickets and feeder insects but doesn’t plan on having any other live animals or fish for sale in the store, as Benson’s Fish Room is also in a great location just minutes down the road.

A knowledge-based company, Benson’s locations and

The do-it-yourself dog wash station at Benson’s Ballston Ave. location.

staff support each other and are always working towards getting customers the answers they need for their pets.

“I enjoy making a difference in peoples’ and pets’ lives, and I think we all feel that way,” said Nowc. “We know our products and like being the people who have the answers. We all like what we do and are all active volunteers in the community.”

In fact, Benson’s started their own 501(c)(3) called Benson’s

Pantry. Customers can donate their change to help buy resources that go to local animal shelters.

They also announce other charity events they participate in on their Facebook Page or on their website at www.bensonspet.com. There, you can also sign-up for their newsletter to get promotions and sales sent directly to your inbox.

If you’re going to be in the area, stop in and check out the new Ballston Ave. store – remember to bring your furry friend along too!

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Adirondack Trust’s Lake George Branch Now Open LAKE GEORGE — The Adirondack Trust Company has officially opened a branch in the Village of Lake George.

The newest branch of the Saratoga-Springs based bank is located at 350 Canada Street, across from the Courtyard Marriott hotel, in the building of a former TD Bank branch that closed in April 2021. Adirondack Trust filed an application for permission to open an occupy the branch with the New York State Department of Financial Services in Oct. 2021.

To celebrate their grand opening, Adirondack Trust’s customers at the Lake George branch

can register in the Grand Opening Sweepstakes to win a two-night weekend getaway, gift cards, and more, or take advantage of their Certificate of Deposits Special going on now.

Hours of operation at the Lake George Branch are Monday through from Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the lobby. The drivethru is also open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information about the services at the Lake George Branch, call 518-886-0619.

For more information about Adirondack Trust Company visit adirondacktrust.com.

Capital Region Clinic Here to Help Local Patients Because “Your Mind Matters”

by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY CLIFTON PARK — Mind Matters Regional Neurofeedback Centers are helping patients heal from the inside out.

Dr. Adriana Steffens, BCN, QEEG, T is the Owner and Clinical Psychophysiologist of four Mind Matters Regional Neurofeedback Centers across New York. Dr. Steffens started her practice in Oneonta 16 years ago.

When Dr. Steffens opened her the first Mind Matters Center, there was nothing similar within a 200-mile radius. Neurofeedback Training is still a highly specialized field with only 700 board certified providers in the country and 1,600 in the world. Locally, the Clifton Park/Halfmoon clinic has been serving patients for close to four years.

“In terms of health, we look at organs to heal them, but we were not looking at the brain,” said Dr.

Steffens on why she started her own practice in this field.

Mind Matters specializes in neurofeedback training, which is a long-lasting, drug-free, 100% non-invasive healing process that uses brain imagery and the power of self-regulation. Neurofeedback training directly addresses areas of the brain that have started to function outside of normal ranges and encourages the brain to use its neuroplasticity; reducing or eliminating negative symptoms to help people lead overall healthier lives.

Neurofeedback training is perfect for anyone ages 5-99 who have physical symptoms associated with mental health, psychological disorders, or brain injuries. Mind Matters has also worked with Peak Performance gyms to help those that train there who are suffering from symptoms related to their physical injuries.

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

BUSINESS BRIEFS

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MetzWood Insurance Donates to Make-A-Wish Northeast New York After Employee’s Personal Connection

Jamie’s brother Jason and Boston Red Sox first baseman Mo Vaughn.

Photos provided.

CAPITAL REGION — MetzWood Insurance donates $5,000 to Make-A-Wish® Northeast New York as part of its “Help Our Community Referral Program” after one of its employee’s heartwarming experiences with a similar organization.

Each year, MetzWood chooses one Capital Region nonprofit to receive the funds by raising ten dollars for each referral received.

MetzWood Service Advisor Jamie Leader lost her 12-year-old brother Jason to neuroblastoma

in 1994. During his lengthy stay within the hospital, the Jimmy Fund, an official charity of the Boston Red Sox, fulfilled a wish he always dreamt about. A big Boston Red Sox fan, Jason met team player Mo Vaughn and threw the first pitch at the major league teams’ game.

“I’m so grateful for the opportunity the Jimmy Fund gave to my brother during a very difficult time,” said Jamie. “It’s wonderful to be able to give back to a similar organization like Make-A-Wish®,

and I’m very proud to work for an agency that’s so passionate about supporting the community.”

In 2022, MetzWood’s charitable referral program will support Girls on the Run Upstate New York.

The organization aims to inspire young girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident through a fun curriculum that integrates running.

To learn more about MetzWood Insurance’s “Help Our Community Referral Program” or to make a referral, visit their website at www.metzwood.com.

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EDUCATION

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Inspiring the Next Generation of STEM Leaders: Local Teachers Selected as Master Teachers NEW YORK — Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the selection of 230 educators from across the state to the New York State Master Teacher Program.

The New York State Master Teacher Program is a network of more than 1,400 public school teachers throughout the state who share a passion for their own STEM learning and for collaborating with colleagues to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders.

The incoming group of 230 educators are dedicated professionals who teach science, technology, computer science, robotics, coding engineering, math, and integrated STEM courses across grades K-12 including Advanced Placement, Honors, and Regents levels.

A total of 180 educators from the Capital Region have been selected as Master Teachers including those from the Saratoga Springs City School District, The Enlarged School District of the City of Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa Central School District, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District, South Glens Falls Central School District, Galway Central School District, Corinth Central School District, and local BOCES. A full list of Master Teachers and their school districts is available at www.suny.edu/ masterteacher.

The selected Master Teachers have been teaching an average of 15 years; more than 81% have been in the classroom for more than 10 years, and 26% have been teaching for more than 20 years.

The 230 Master Teachers represent 159 school districts.

Throughout their four-year participation in the Program, Master Teachers receive a $15,000 stipend annually; engage in peer mentoring and intensive contentoriented professional development opportunities throughout the academic year; work closely with pre-service and early career teachers to foster a supportive

environment for the next generation of STEM teachers; and attend required regional meetings at their SUNY campus and participate in and lead several

professional development sessions each year.

Governor Hochul will announce the opening of the next round of applications for K-12

STEM teachers in all regions in the spring. K-12 STEM teachers are asked to review the eligibility requirements at www.suny.edu/ masterteacher.

TENSIONS ON THE RISE IN OUR LOCAL HIGH SCHOOLS

by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — Two altercations at Ballston Spa High School last week led to a School Resource Officer from the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office monitoring lunch periods from a lifeguard chair.

The two incidents, happening shortly after each other during a single lunch period, add to the nine reported fights the school has had since the beginning of the school year, with four in just the last two weeks. Reportedly, the first altercation was between two students and was deescalated quickly, while the second involved two other students and a staff member in which a student sustained minor injury. A representative from the school stated that the School Resource Officer has always been a part of the staff and was not added as a direct result of the incidents.

“We are continuing to review statements and video footage of the incident and will take disciplinary action necessary once our review is completed,” stated High School Principal Gianleo Duca in an email sent to parents.

Speaking on the high number of altercations recently,

Photo by Lindsey Fish, Super Source Media.

Superintendent Ken Slentz stated that over the years there has been a pattern of increased student behavior concerns close to winter break.

At other schools across the state, there have also been reports of altercations and spikes in violence. Last Thursday, a student and hall monitor were sent to Albany Med with minor injuries following a fight at Albany High School involving a weapon; an investigation is still ongoing.

Albany High School moved to remote learning the following day as a precautionary measure.

Green Island Union Free School District, just outside of Troy, went remote for a full week last week following recent altercations between students at the high school, one in which a student was

arrested and charged with thirddegree assault, a misdemeanor.

Recently there have been 10 inschool suspensions and over 57 out-of-school suspensions at the high school.

The school district held an open forum in which parents and school administrators argued over the reason for the violence.

Students at Green Island are scheduled to return to school inperson on Monday, Feb. 28, following winter break.

There has been rising tension in New York school districts lately surrounding the mask mandate, However, it is not clear at this time if there is any direct correlation to the incidents at these high schools, and at Ballston Spa High School in particular.

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Saratoga County Hosts First-Ever C-PASS School Safety Training Conference SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office and the New York State Sheriff ’s Association Committee on Policing and Safeguarding Schools (C-PASS) held the firstever C-PASS School Safety Training Conference at the Saratoga Casino Hotel, Feb. 21-23.

The three-day conference focused on training for School Resource Officers as well as school personnel through presentation and training exercises that examined and analyzed past school incidents; Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training; mental health education; bullying in schools; social media trends; understanding unique need and topics relative to the LGBTQIA community and students with disabilities; and officer wellness.

The event drew more than 120 law enforcement and educational leaders from across the state, as well as featured nationally recognized speakers from across the country including: John Romano: Columbia High School incident; Carly Posey: Sandy Hook Elementary; Frank DeAngelis: Leadership Lessons from Columbine and Beyond; Assistant Chief Gary Forward, Saratoga Springs Police Department: Santa Fe School

shooting; John Curnutt: Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training; Director Kenneth Cooper, Community Outreach and Youth Services, Saratoga Springs Police Department: Anatomy of a Lockdown; Dr. Gianleo Duca, Ballston Spa High School Principal, & Daina Sisk, Ballston Spa High School Assistant Principal: Dignity for All Students Act; Vernon House: LGBTQIA and Sensitivity; Pam Aini: Students with Disabilities ; Deputy Zachary Cicardi, Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office: Officer Wellness Additional Breakout sessions led by federal and local law enforcement staff focused on social media and digital communication trends popular among students; drug awareness; and National Threat Assessment Center (NTASC) assets for SROs and local law enforcement agencies and analysis of recent active school shooter cases.

C-PASS is not bound by a single state agency, or under any state mandate, therefore it can be flexible and swift in tackling new school issues.

For information about C-PASS, visit www.c-pass.org.

For more information about the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office, visit saratogacountysheriff.org.

FULL-TIME SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Year Round Work Bus Driving/Light Maintenance - Landscaping Start at $33,077 per year + Full Health Insurance Membership into State Retirement System Apply by sending resume to hr@gasd.org Call 518-843-3180 x 7500 with questions.

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CanCode Communities Opens New Office in Albany’s Capital South Campus Center ALBANY — CanCode Communities, a nonprofit organization training non-traditional talent for software career opportunities, has announced the opening of its new office in Albany’s Capital South Campus Center, a location fully aligned with its commitment to providing underrepresented individuals with pathways to technology education and careers.

The educational and training facility at 20 Warren Street, owned by the Albany Housing Authority and operated by Capital Region BOCES, is the same location where CanCode offers computer coding courses in partnership with BOCES. Locating its office within that space is already enhancing and expanding the collaboration, with

the housing authority offering to provide full scholarships to two of its residents who are interested in enrolling in CanCode classes.

“We are delighted to open our new office at the Capital South Campus Center, and inspired to bring real-world tech training to help revitalize the neighborhood and community in Albany’s South End,” said Annmarie Lanesey, Founder and CEO of CanCode Communities. “Our co-location with Capital Region BOCES and new collaboration with the Albany Housing Authority opens up a world of opportunities to further build on a thriving partnership, which is giving underserved individuals a route to high-tech careers and ensuring

our tech talent pipeline can meet the needs of employers.”

The registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 25 for CanCode’s Spring 2022 courses, which will be provided virtually in small classroom settings, with real-time instruction and hands-on learning. Classes include Virtual Digital Literacy, the initial course to be offered through Herkimer CanCode; Front-End Web Development through Kingston CanCode; Python for Data Analytics through Saratoga CanCode; and Virtual Digital Literacy, Digital Literacy and Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, and SQL/ ETL through Albany CanCode. For more information and to register, visit cancode.org/course.

SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY

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SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

SUMMER CAMP SPOTLIGHT

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Food

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

From Making Cheese to Bottling Milk

partnership expands offerings

Argyle Cheese Farmer production facility. Photo provided

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

by Himanee Gupta-Carlson for Saratoga TODAY

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YIELDS: 8 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 15 min

rgyle Cheese Farmer is known for its yogurts and cheeses. Marge Randles spent years working with milk, cultures, and natural flavorings to create a growing array of items ranging from cheese curds and schmears to sweetened and plain yogurts.

She and her husband Dave have been part of the Saratoga Farmers’ Market since 2007. Over the past two years, their offerings have expanded – to such items as pizza, baked breads, grab-and-go macaroni and cheese, and now bottled milk.

The changes are a result of a partnership they formed in 2020 with Ideal Dairy Farms whose herd produces the milk for Argyle Cheese Farmer products. Unlike Argyle Cheese Farmer, Ideal Dairy’s business was primarily with wholesale milk purchasers, which meant they lacked local familiarity. By putting both names on most of their new product labels, the partnership has benefited both.

Take the milk. It is known as A2 and is available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market in a variety of sizes, and as white milk or in chocolate- and coffeeflavored varieties. The term A2 refers to a protein found in milk, and as Marge Randles explains, this milk contains only that protein.

“It’s genetic,” she says. “In Ideal’s herd, there is a group of 250 cows that produce milk that contains only this protein.”

The lack of other proteins make the milk closer in

INGREDIENTS:

Just A2 Milk. Photo provided

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

CRUST •1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour •⅛ teaspoon salt

Photo by Pattie Garrett.

structure to that of goat milk. While the milk still contains lactose, A2 milk often is more digestible for those who have difficulties tolerating milk.

It also tastes good. It is rich in protein, and high in flavor. This is because it “is a whole milk, almost straight from the cow to container,” says Marge Randles. The milk is pasteurized for safety and homogenized for consistency and texture. However, unlike other milk producers, Argyle Cheese Farmer does not separate the fats from the milk.

The new Argyle Cheese Farmer offerings reflects how some smaller dairy farmers are adapting to changes in local agriculture. Dave Randles is part of a multigeneration dairy farm family. He and Marge no longer keep cows but still put their expertise to good use.

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

• ½ cup Argyle Cheese Farmer buttermilk* • ½ cup ketchup

•⅓ cup shortening

• ⅓ cup bread crumbs*

• 4 to 5 tablespoons ice (cold) water

• ¼ cup onion*, chopped • ½ teaspoon oregano

FILLING

• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 lb. ground beef*

• Argyle Cheese Farmer cheese curds* (any flavor), shredded

INSTRUCTIONS : FOR THE CRUST: Blend together flour and salt in a bowl. Cut shortening into dry ingredients with a pastry blender (or use the back of a fork) until it forms pea-sized pieces. Slowly add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough sticks together in a ball. Remove dough from the bowl and make the ball into a rough square. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least half an hour.

FOR THE PIE: Preheat oven to 350 F and prepare a 9-inch pie plate.

Mix together all filling ingredients, except the cheese, in a bowl.

Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface until big enough to cover the pie plate. Place the crust in the pie plate. Pour the filling into the crust. Trim the extra crust, roll the edges, and crimp with your fingers or a fork. Bake for 50 mins. Top with shredded cheese and bake for another 10 mins. Let rest 10 mins. before serving.

Refrigerate the leftovers and reheat the next day.

Recipe courtesy of Argyle Cheese Farmer.

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Food

Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

What’s Cooking Saratoga?

Hello my Foodie Friends !

During the colder months, I do find myself choosing to stay indoors.

Although, I would much prefer to be outdoors, being indoors does challenge me to organize, purge, and work on inside household to do’s.

by John Reardon Recently, I was going through our kitchen gadget drawer evaluating the for Saratoga TODAY tools that I use. One tool that I use on a regular basis is an instant-read thermometer. An instant-read thermometer might seem like one of those kitchen gadgets you don’t really need. Most of us cook by the seat of our pants anyhow, right? Maybe it seems a little too “cheffy?” But I think you’ll find that if you get one, you’ll use it a lot, and it will increase your confidence in a wide range of kitchen tasks.

Everyone should have an instant read thermometer in their kitchen, as it gives you better control over everything from chicken thighs to caramels. The instant read thermometer is named so because it gives a temperature reading very quickly and is an essential food safety and sanitation tool. An instant-read thermometer consists of a stainless steel stem that serves as a temperature probe, and either a dial or a digital readout. One advantage of the analog type (the kind with the dial) is that they can be calibrated relatively easily, so you’ll be sure of always getting a true reading.

Note that an instant-read thermometer is different from a meat thermometer. An instant-read thermometer is used for taking a quick temperature reading of an item, but you don’t leave it in the food while it cooks.

A meat thermometer is inserted into a piece of meat before roasting and is left in the roast during cooking.

Why do you need an instant read thermometer? Here are some of the things I use an instant-read thermometer for: • Checking to see if oven-baked food like lasagna is hot enough to serve (160 F is great; 140 F will do if you are in a hurry) • Making sure custard isn’t overcooked (if you get to 185 F the egg proteins will get very tough) • Food safety 101 – if you are going to keep something perishable out of the refrigerator for an extended period of time it must be below 40 F or above 140 F • Food safety 102 – make sure anything with egg yolks reaches at least 160 F to kill salmonella (especially if it will be served to the young, old, or immunocompromised)

Honey Bacon BBQ Chicken Lollipops INGREDIENTS CHICKEN:

BBQ GLAZE:

• 10-12 Chicken Drumsticks

• 1/2 cup of your favorite BBQ Sauce

• 3 tbsp of Honey of your favorite BBQ Seasoning

• 1.5 tbsp of Honey

• 6-8 Slices of Bacon cut in half

• 1 tbsp of Bourbon • 1 tsp of Habanero Sauce or any Hot Sauce

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Start by making a cut about ⅓ of the way done the drumstick towards the knuckle side. Slice all around the drumstick and pull off the excess meat/skin until the bone is the only thing showing.

Trim off any excess tendons, then press the meat down to form your “lollipop.” Repeat this step for the rest of the drumsticks.

2. Add the seasoning into a bowl and thoroughly coat the meat. Once coated, wrap a single slice of bacon around and secure using toothpicks. Set aside until ready to cook.

3. Preheat your cooking grill or smoker for 275F indirect.

4. Add your chicken to the grill rack and cook for about 2-2.5 hours until they reach 175F internal temp. When the chicken is close to being done, add a sauce pan with all the ingredients for the BBQ Glaze. Warm up for 1-2 minutes. Once warm, pull the saucepan off, stir the mixture and carefully dip each lollipop into the sauce until it is evenly coated. Let the excess sauce drain off and place the chicken back on the rack. Repeat for each lollipop, then let cook for 5 more minutes.

5. When chicken is done, pull off and rest for 2-3 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

• Checking refrigerator temperatures – just stick it in your soymilk or pickle jar for a second. Try it on a few shelves, you might be surprised at the variation.

• Oil temperature for deep frying • Sugar temperature for candy • Bread is done at about 205 F (no more knocking on the loaf and listening for a hollow sound); quickbreads around 195 F. • An instant-read thermometer is ideal for checking the temperatures of liquids such as stocks and soups, making sure they are cooling quickly enough to minimize the growth of bacteria; or for checking the temperatures of hot foods that are being held for service on a buffet.

• It can also be used to check the internal temperature of a roasting chicken. Insert the stem into the deepest part of the thigh, where it meets the breast, making sure not to hit bone. Just remember that each time you pierce the bird like this, some of its juices escape, causing it to dry out.

• Avoiding Cross-Contamination: Take care to wash and sanitize the thermometer’s stem after it has been inserted into a food product (such as the undercooked poultry mentioned above) and before using it again on another item. Otherwise, you risk passing bacteria from one product to another, which is called cross-contamination.

At Compliments to the Chef, one of our favorite instant-read thermometers is the “ThermoPop” by Thermoworks. The ThermoPop offers super-fast readings within the final degree in only 3 to 4 seconds!

Designed for serious chefs and professionals, the ThermoPop features big digits and a backlight for dark conditions. Molded-in seals and buttons make it splash-proof. Durable construction outlasts similarly priced pocket thermometers. Simple operation reduces user errors.

Wide range is suitable for frozen foods and deep fryer testing. Accuracy is guaranteed to remain within ±2°F (1°C) up to 248°F (120°C).

Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place, for an assortment of ThermoPop instant read thermometers and other “cool tool” for cooks. What’s cooking in your kitchen Saratoga? Remember: “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, John & Paula

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Diabetes Support Group Online March 4, at noon, is the next Diabetes Support Group sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. This informal support group is held via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. Family members of those with diabetes are also welcomed to attend. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group. Contact Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or dwhitten@cornell.edu for more information. Register in advance for this meeting at: cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJcrcumprTgsHdTnnFQhaAk3 DmT35kxzTfzR. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits Artists and members of SSAS will be exhibiting during February and March. Artist Rita Helie is exhibiting in the Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, during February and artist, Valerie Wolf will be exhibiting

there during the month of March. Artist Karen Wooding is exhibiting during February at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Visit these locations and see what our artists are doing in our area. For more information about SSAS visit: southernsaratogaartist.com

Saratoga Irish Family Festival The Saratoga Ancient Order of Hibernians will hold a family FEIS on Sunday, March 6 from 2 – 6 p.m. at the Saratoga -Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs. A traditional family festival featuring a celebration of Irish Music, dance, and culture.

Donation $10, children under 12 free. Light fare available for an additional price. There will be raffle items and baskets galore.

For more information call Mark Lyon at 518-312- 3856, AOH FEIS Committee.

Celebrate the Violin & Piano The Saratoga Chamber Players invite you to Saratoga Springs Methodist Church, 5th Avenue & Henning Road on March 6 at 3 p.m. to discover, or rediscover,

the music of Samuel ColeridgeTaylor, an English violin prodigy and conductor, and to enjoy the works of old favorites, Franz Schubert and Manuel de Falla. Violinist Jill Levy and pianist Margaret Kampmeier will open the concert with Coleridge-Taylor’s 1895 Ballade in C minor, Op.73. The opening selection of the concert will be followed by Manuel De Falla’s Suite populaire espagnole and Schubert’s Fantaisie for Violin and Piano in C Major, D 934.

Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/ celebrate-the-piano-and-violintickets-167612977929 - adults $30; seniors $25; and students $20. Children admitted for free.

History Center Brings Ireland to NY Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the Saratoga County History Center is pleased to announce a partnership with the Waterford (NY) Historical Museum & Cultural Center and Ireland’s Waterford Institute of Technology. On March 12, 1 p.m., the three organizations will present “Waterford to Waterford: Irish Connections.” The hourlong program will explore the historical connections and shared cultural aspects of both Waterford, Ireland and Waterford, New York through the lasting legacy of heritage within the greater Capital Region and Saratoga County.

This free zoom program is open to the public. To receive the Zoom link and details, please

register at brooksidemuseum. networkforgood.com/ events/39590-waterford-towaterford-irish-connections.

For more information contact Sean Kelleher, sean@ brooksidemuseum.org.

Repair Café Saratoga Springs Public Library and Sustainable Saratoga are excited to host our 7th Repair Café on Saturday, March 19 from 1- 4pm at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. This event will be different than previous Cafés due to the ongoing pandemic. This event is free, but registration is required. The following guidelines will be in place: Appointments required.

To register, please call Jennifer Ferriss 518-584-7860 x242 or visit www.sspl.org/contact/ form/jferriss. Limited 1 item per household, come alone, if possible. Masks required, social distancing should be maintained, and hand sanitizer will be available. Covid-19 guidelines may change, so check the Facebook event page. To learn more, visit sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/ zero-waste/repair-cafe-saratogasprings. Updates and additional details on the Facebook event listing: www.facebook.com/ events/284895606914245.

Suicide Prevention Awareness Training March 24, 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Church at Newtown Rd., 142 Lower Newtown Rd., Waterford.

CAST (Community Awareness Skills Training) is a communityoriented event designed to help us all explore how we think and talk about suicide. CAST addresses suicide as a major community health problem and presents steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of suicide. It is designed for including parents, teachers, first responders, medical professionals, support groups, veteran organizations, domestic abuse organizations, senior centers, and more. All are welcome. Free to the community.

Registration required. newtownroad.churchcenter.com/ registrations/events/1083330. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Hughes at amy@newtownroad.org.

Get a Table for Spring Craft Fair The Ladies Auxiliary of the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club is holding a wonderful Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Lodge on Elks Lane off Maple Avenue in Saratoga. This Craft Fair benefits our annual Scholarship Fund for 2022.

Admission is free and parking is excellent. An 8 x 6-foot space with an 8 ft. table and 2 chairs is $40. For information email Debbie at dozolins@nycap. rr.com or call 518-885-6506 and leave your email address.

Applications are also available in the lobby of the Elks Club.

Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25

No Greater Calamity for the Country

Animal Tracking

The New York State Military Museum 61 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m.

Inspired by a newly discovered scrapbook, Leon Reed explores the early days of the Civil War and the mobilization and deployment of the New York State Militia. Attendance limited to 40. This is a program of the Friends of the New York State Military Museum.

Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort 1 – 2 p.m. | Join our educators on the trails of Camp Saratoga North to learn the basics of animal tracking.

The program will be led on snowshoes. Rentals will be available 15 minutes prior to program for $3/ pair. Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register visit wiltonpreserve.org/ education/calendar or call 518-450-0321.

Fish Fry Friday Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club 123 Route 32, Schuylerville | 4 – 7 p.m.

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

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Build a Real Robot Galway Public Library, 2112 East St., Galway 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | This is a seven week program beginning on February 26 and every fourth Saturday. We provide the training and tools and you as part of a team builds a working robot. For ages Middle School and up. To register call 518882-6385. More information about the programs is available at www.galwaypubliclibrary.org.

Family Book Signing Ballston Spa Public Library 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 11 a.m.

Join the library’s new therapy dog, Pearl and her mom, Terry Bushey for a book signing and meet and greet.

Kids ages 5 and older and their favorite adults are invited to learn about Pearl’s adventures and how she was adopted. Books will be available for purchase. This is a free, in-person event. Registration required. Please stop in or call 518-885-5022 to reserve your spot. For more information, visit bspl.sals.edu

H.O.P.E. Antiques Roadshow Fundraiser Pet Adoption and Education Center Wilton Mall, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

With local antiques appraiser George Heigel. A community event celebrating 20 years of H.O.P.E. “helping people and pets find each other”. Bring in your antiques to learn the history and value of your family heirlooms. Visit with the H.O.P.E. dogs and cats to make it an even more fun and special event! All $10 appraisal fees will be donated to help the orphaned pets of H.O.P.E. Reservations are suggested. Call 518450-7013 for an appointment and more info.

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Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner Old Saratoga American Legion Post 278 6 Clancy Street, Schuylerville | 4 – 6 p.m.

The menu is salad, spaghetti, meatballs, bread and desert, all for $14 each. Pay at the door and you can eat in or take out. For more information call 518695-3011 after 2 p.m., Tuesday – Sunday.

Pork Roast Dinner Drive-thru SGF United Methodist Church 15 Maplewood Parkway, South Glens Falls 4:30-6 p.m. | This dinner will be a drive-thru/pick-up dinner. We will not be serving sit down meals inside.

Dinners will be bagged and delivered to your car.

There will be a pork roast with roasted vegetables, gravy and stuffing, applesauce, vegetable soup and homemade dessert. We are not able to take special requests. We will be accepting pre-orders. Dinners cost $12. We are also offering delivery service. To place your order call 518-793-1152.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27 21st Annual Longfellows Wedding Show Longfellows, 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Engaged couples are cordially invited to attend. Here they will meet with a select group of Saratoga and Capital District wedding professionals who will offer their expertise and advice in planning the day of their dreams! Attendees will enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and door prizes, and they can register for the Grand Prize giveaway of a bridal shower for up to 20 guests at Longfellows. For more information, call 518-3653459. Engaged couples are asked to pre-register for the event at longfellowsweddingshow.com

Indoor Craft and Garage Sale Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | The popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale. Admission is free.

Over 40 vendors; great parking, bargains galore, and lunch. Household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors signing up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities. 8’ table and chairs $15. Call Debbie at 518-885-6506 for information or to sign up for a table(s). Masks should be worn by everyone per NYS Guidelines.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Defensive Driving Class Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | NYS approved. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. $35 per person. Bring a friend fee is $30. Portion of fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. Registration is required by calling Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788. Social distancing; mask required if you are not vaccinated; your temperature will be taken upon entry. Class size limited.

Nature on the Move Camp Saratoga North, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. Snowshoe rentals will be available 15 minutes prior to the program start at $3/pair.

Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register visit wiltonpreserve.org/education/calendar or call 518-450-0321.

Reading & Discussion Program Galway Public Library, 2112 East St. Galway | 7 p.m.

A Reading & Discussion Program, Place & Story, made possible by a grant from Humanities NY. The first session in the series is a discussion of “An Unreasonable Woman” by Diane Wilson. Three other sessions will be on the last Monday of each month through May based on the theme: exploring the relationships we have with the land and living things around us. Register in advance, and pick up each book at the library. Call 518-882-6385 for more information and to register.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1 Saratoga Area Retired Teachers Meeting Longfellows Restaurant, 500 Union Avenue (Rte. 9P), Saratoga Springs Noon | For membership information, call 518-587-5356.

“Beat the Winter Blues” Summer in the Winter Party Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs | 3 p.m.

Live music with Bobby Dick & Susie Q. $10. Summer party food served! Grab your favorite summer attire (optional) and warm up at the center. Let’s heat up the dance floor with Bobby & Susie! Please sign up, seating is limited. Phone: 518-584-1621 ext. 202.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 Fried Fish Dinner Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

For curbside pick-up only. Menu: Fried fish, mac & cheese, tartar sauce, cold slaw, and roll. Dinner for 2 / $30 (cash only). Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place your order, 518-584-2585.

Poetry Reading Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m.

Presenting a poetry reading by Lance Le Grys. An open mic poetry reading will follow. Doors open for sign-ups at 6:30 p.m. The host for the event will be Carol Graser and the cost is $5 general, free for students. The featured reading will also be livestreamed. You can find a link for the livestream at caffelena.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 Korean War Veterans’ Associacion Meeting 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs | 1:30 p.m. Several issues to be discussed and a new slate of officers will be nominated. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korean at any time, spouses, widows, friends and relatives are all invited to attend. New members always welcome. Annual dues for Veterans are $10, and $5 for all others. For further information or an application to join the organization, contact Commander Paul O’Keefe at 518-603-4186.

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Entertainment Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY Presents Train, Jewel & Blues Traveler to Stage Show at SPAC in June “The Light” at Capital Repertory Theatre

ALBANY — Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY (BTTUNY) presents its upcoming production of “The Light” at Capital Repertory Theatre.

Synopsis: Loy A. Webb’s “The Light” introduces us to Rashad and Genesis on what should be one of the happiest days of their lives, but their joy quickly

unravels when ground-shifting accusations from the past resurface in this gripping two-character drama.

“The Light” will take place in the Lauren and Harold Iselin Studio at Capital Repertory Theatre (theREP), with performances from March 3-6 and March 10-13. Performance

times are 7:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $20 general, and $15 students and seniors. To purchase tickets, visit BTTUNY’s website at www. blacktheatretroupeupstateny.org/ season/thelight.

The Lauren and Harold Iselin Studio at the Rep is located at 251 North Pearl St. in Albany.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Train kicks off a North American tour June 8 in Massachusetts and will stage a show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center three shows into the tour, on June 11.

Joining Train on the tour is singer-songwriter Jewel and Blues Traveler, and tickets go on sale to the general public starting Friday, Feb. 25.

Since their formation in 1994, Train has had 14 songs on Billboard’s Hot 100, 12 albums on the Billboard 200 albums chart, and has sold more than 10 million albums and 30 million tracks worldwide. Longtime Train drummer and Saratoga Springs native Scott Underwood left the band in 2014.

Train’s 11th studio album, “AM Gold,” is set for release on May 20.

Saratoga Jewish Community Arts Presents “The Prom” to Play Proctors — Broadway Chorine,” Bud Weber Virtual Jewish Storytelling Program Feb. 27 The SCHENECTADY National Tour of the 2019 as “Trent Oliver, Esteemed SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Jewish Community Arts presents its eighth annual Matthew M. Neugroschel Jewish Storytelling Program at 7 p.m. on Feb. 27, held virtually on Zoom with a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeast NY and the sponsorship of Temple Sinai.

For the Jewish people, storytelling has been a means of defining the Jewish identity, the ethnic distinctiveness as a Jew. To hear a Jewish story is to share the

humor, wisdom and angst, earthiness, and spirituality of an ancient and thoroughly modern, diverse, and irrepressible group of people bearing an extraordinary history.

Telling stories is the way Jews share historical happenings and create a cultural history.

Annually the program brings together a group of talented storytellers. This year’s storytellers include Shawn Banner, Sylvia Bloom, Beth Sabo Novik, Ben Russell, and Martina Zobel.

This popular Annual program was renamed in 2021 in memory of Matthew M. Neugroschel, a frequent contributor to Saratoga Jewish Community Arts and the Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival and a most creative and remarkable storyteller, whose life was cut short in 2020 at the age of 49.

Registration required by emailing sjca.sjcf@gmail.com. For more information, go to: www. saratogajewishculturalfestival.org, www.saratogasinai.org

Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Musical “The Prom” will play Proctors Tuesday, March 1 – Sunday, March 6.

This hit musical stars Kaden Kearney (they/them) as “Emma, High School Student, Banned from the Prom,” Kalyn West as “Alyssa Greene, Head of Student Council with a Secret,” Courtney Balan as “Tony Award Winner Dee Dee Allen,” Patrick Wetzel as “Drama Desk Award Winner Barry Glickman,” Emily Borromeo as “Angie Dickinson,

Julliard Graduate/Cater Waiter,” Sinclair Mitchell as “Mr. Hawkins, High School Principal,” Ashanti J’Aria as “Mrs. Greene, President of the PTA” and Shavey Brown as “Sheldon Saperstein, Broadway’s Press Agent with a Plan.”

Directed and choreographed

by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw (Aladdin, Mean Girls).

Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors, in person or via phone at 518-346-6204 Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or online at Proctors.org.

Breaking Benjamin Returns to Glens Falls

GLENS FALLS — Breaking Benjamin with special guests Seether, Starset, and Lacey Sturm will perform at Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls on April 26. Fore mor information visit www.LiveNation.com, www.CoolInsuringArena.com.

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Casting Call - New York City Ballet Caffe Lena Full Slate of To Hold Auditions for Local Children Shows - Live & In-Person

The Sea, The Sea Live performs at Caffe Lena March 12.

Casting for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — New York City Ballet will audition area children to perform in the company’s full-length production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream during its summer residency at SPAC from July 12 – 16.

The audition will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 13 at the SPAC School of the Arts Studios, 99 South Broadway.

Casting for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” includes roles for 24 girls from 9-12 years’ old who are no taller than five feet.

Understudies will also be cast.

Applicants should have at least three years of ballet training.

The children who are selected will rehearse every day from July 3-15 at the SPAC School of the Arts studios located behind the National Museum of Dance.

There will be no rehearsals on July 9. Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. on July 15 and at 2 p.m. on July 16.

New York City Ballet requires that all children auditioning for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at SPAC be fully vaccinated by the date of the audition. In order to be fully vaccinated, the child must have received their final shot no later than Sunday, Feb. 27 (two weeks prior to the audition date).

Balanchine’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream was performed by NYCB as part of their first season at SPAC in 1966. The full-length story ballet is based on Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, one of his happiest and most loved comedies. It is called a “Dream” because of the unrealistic events the characters’ experience in the play — real, yet unreal, such as crossed lovers, meaningless quarrels, forest chases leading to more confusion, and magic spells woven by the infamous Puck.

Audition check-in on March 13 will commence at 1 p.m. Visit spac.org for more details.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Upstate New York based indie folk-pop duo The Sea, The Sea perform at Caffe Lena on Friday, March 12.

Comprised of Chuck E. Costa and Mira Costa, the group’s 2020 release, Stumbling Home, was dubbed by Rolling Stone as “otherworldly.” Previous releases include “Love We Are We Love” (2014), “In the Altogether (2016 / EP),” and “From The Light” (2018). For more information, go to: caffelena.org.

This week’s Upcoming events at Caffe Lena are as follows:

Friday, Feb. 25: David Wax Museum.

Saturday, Feb. 26: Nellie McKay. Sunday, Feb. 27: 51 Reasons to Love Joni Mitchell’s Blue: A Fundraiser For Caffe Lena.

Monday, Feb. 28: Open Mic Night.

Tuesday, March 1: Storytelling Open Mic. Wednesday, March 2: Poetry Open Mic featuring Lance Le Grys.

Thursday, March 3: Taylor Ashton.

Friday, March 4: Jon PousetteDart (founder of The Pousette-Dart Band).

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PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD TODAY! PHONE: 518-581-2480 ext. 204 EMAIL: CLASSIFIED@ saratogapublishing.com 2254 Route 50 South Saratoga Springs

LEGALS NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed requests for the following proposals will be received by the Commissioner of Accounts, City of Saratoga Springs, 474 Broadway, Suite 14, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 on or before 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2022 when they will be opened and read publicly on the following: Hazardous Materials Testing & Monitoring Services Specifications and request for proposal forms are available on the City’s webpage at www.saratogasprings.org. All requests for proposals must be returned in a sealed envelope plainly marked to the Office of the Commissioner of Accounts, 474 Broadway, Suite 14, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866.

The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

Dillon C. Moran, Commissioner of Accounts. 02/25, 110723 NOTICE OF Formation of 518 FOAM, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/17/2022. Office location: Warren County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to P.O. Box 781, Glens Falls, New York 12801. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110709 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: ADVANCED DATA DEVICES, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/15/2020 Office location: Albany County. SSNY has been Designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 555 CLIFTON PARK CENTER RD., CLIFTON PARK, NY, 12065. Purpose: For Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110703 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: JESS JONES DESIGN,

LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/30/2020 Office location: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 26 N HIGH ST., BALLSTON SPA, NY 12020. Purpose: For Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110697 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: FLAGSTONE HOMES REIMAGINED, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/26/2019 Office location: Albany County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 2607 N SHORE RD., HADLEY, NY 12835.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110691 Notice of formation of Therapy Central NY, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/20/2022. Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 14 Meadow Rue Place, Malta NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110684 Notice of Formation of Lofink Hardscape, Design & Construction LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/12/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 2C Blue Heron Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Any lawful purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110650

Notice of Formation of THE FALLS 654, LLC. Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on February 15, 2022, Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: Edward J. Dworakowski, Jr., 816 Plank Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110627 Notice of Formation of SCHUYLERVILLE LAUNDROMAT, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/09/2022. Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom Process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 222 Burgoyne Road, Schuylerville, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful Purpose. 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25, 04/01. 110613 Notice is hereby given that a license, number pending, for beer, wine, liquor and cider has been applied for by The Flats Restaurant and Tavern, LLC to sell beer, wine, liquor and cider at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 675 Grooms Road, Suite 101, Clifton Park, NY 12065, for on premises consumption. 02/18, 02/25. 110595 Notice of formation of Gift Of Ping LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/04/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 4 Ashley Pl, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110537 Notice of formation of Gateway Mechanical LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York

on 01/04/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at 5247 Hudson Rd. Galway, NY 12074. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110527 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LA HART’S PLUMBING, LLC. Art. Of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on January 31, 2022.

Office location: Saratoga County.

SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at its principal business location, 3 Marjorie Dr., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: any lawful. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110520 Notice of formation of New Lantern Company, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 12/09/2021 Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 63 Putnam St. Suite 202 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110498 Notice of formation of 2862 Realty, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/19/2019. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 239 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110492 Notice of formation of 2858 Realty, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/19/2019. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to

the LLC at: 239 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18, 03/25. 110486 Notice of formation of NEW LEAF PICTURES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/11/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served.

A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 220 Grand Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110470 NOTICE OF Formation of SJB RE HOLDINGS, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 1/31/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 18 Washington Avenue, Waterford, New York 12188. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110464 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 59 Beekman LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110458 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Hermance Road Building Lot LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process

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LEGALS against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110452 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 5630 Lake Road LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18.

110446 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: The Galway Barn LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18.

110440 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: 61 Beekman LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2021. Office location: SARATOGA County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 1080 Hicksville Road, Seaford, New York 11783. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110439 Notice of formation of Meatball Martini Ice Cream, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/3/2022 Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 1473 Erie Blvd, Floor 3, Suite 3, Schenectady, NY 12306Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110432

NOTICE OF Formation of Capital Region Processing, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/4/2022.

Office location: Saratoga County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 5 Southside Drive, Suite 11-328, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110403 NOTICE OF Formation of Capital Region Steel, LLC Articles of Organization filed Secretary of State (SSNY) 2/4/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to 5 Southside Drive, Suite 11-328, Clifton Park, New York 12065. Purpose: any lawful activities. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110397 Notice of Formation of 65-71 Bay Street Holdings, LLC (“LLC”) filed Articles of Organization with the NY Sec. of State (“SSNY”) on 11/02/21. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail a copy of process to Magnolia 9 LLC, PO Box 1217, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful activity. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110369 Notice of formation of The Plant Hatch, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 02/06/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 39 Elmore Robinson Rd, Mechanicville, NY 12118.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110362 Notice of formation of Tania Susi Music, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 1/31/22 Office: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 18 Karner Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18. 110350 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: V

Squared Interests LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/02/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

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

110309 Notice of formation of Pickleball Clubhouse LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/10/2022. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail

process to 60 Railroad Place, Suite 502, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: General. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110266 Notice of formation of Melissa Russom Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/13/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 46 Parkwood Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11. 110202 Notice of formation of Limited Liability Company Foothills Basketball Enterprises, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/11/2022.

Office Location: Saratoga County.

SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Michael Wolfe, Foothills Basketball Enterprises LLC, 20 Burnham Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110145 Notice of formation of Jettsullivan, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on January 18, 2022.

Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to is Skaine & Associates, LLC, 3 McLaren St., Saratoga Springs, New York 12866.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110139 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION FOR A NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PURSUANT TO NEW YORK LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LAW SECTION 206(c) The name of the Limited Liability Company is: THE 2021 ALWAYS CONNECTED THOROUGHBRED, LLC. The date of filing of the Articles of Organization with the Department of State was June 21, 2021. The county in New York in which the office of the company is located is: Saratoga. The principal place of business for the Limited Liability Company is: 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the company upon whom process may be served, and the Secretary of State

shall mail a copy of any process against the company served upon him or her to: DANIEL F. COLLINS, 32 Furlong Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The business purpose of the company is to engage in any and all business activities permitted under the Laws of the State of New York. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04.

110067 Notice of formation of Nappily Confident LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/30/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 1211 Ellsworth Blvd.

Ballston Spa, NY 12020. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04.

110061 Notice of formation of 23 Lincoln Ave, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/18/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 210 Regent St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110022 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Purple Eagle LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on January 14, 2022. Office location: SARATOGA County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 871 Warner Road., Schenectady, New York 12309. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110007 Notice of formation of SFC Investigative Services LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/24/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 7 Pamela Lane Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 110001 Notice of formation of Spruce Mtn Construction LLC. Articles

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Notice of Formation of Steel Hammer Home Solutions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/28/2021. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 3647 B. South Shore Rd., Corinth, NY 12822. Purpose: any lawful activity. 01/21, 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25. 109960

NOTICE OF FORMATION of THE MONKEY SHORT FILM, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on December 13, 2021. Location: Saratoga County.

SSNY designated as agent for service of process on LLC. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 145 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25, 03/04. 109987

Notice of formation of Coastline Consulting, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/16/2022. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served.

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01/21, 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25. 109954 Notice of formation of From the Basement Up LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/14/22. Off. loc: Saratoga Co. SSNY des. as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Meier Law Firm, PLLC, 10 Utica Avenue, Latham, NY 12110.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

01/21, 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25. 109948 Notice of formation of KingFire Capital Management LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 01/06/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 97 Westside Drive Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 01/21, 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25. 109919

Notice of formation of Connors Holdings, LLC Filed with SS of NY 12/13/2021. Office location: Saratoga Co. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY mail to 7 Oak Ridge Blvd., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: any lawful. 01/21, 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/18, 02/25. 109913

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See puzzle solution on page 30 10 Without exception 11 Ewe sounds 12 One drawn in the sand 13 First home 19 Potpourri 21 Pool shot 25 Said, “I’ll have the lobster,” say 26 Health resort 28 Rage 29 Bumped into 30 Seed cover 31 Diner sticker 32 Round of applause 33 Went in a taxi 34 Merit 35 Icy street risk 39 “__ the ramparts ... “

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Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

20-Year Streak

Saratoga Gymnastics Wins Sectionals

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Saratoga Boys Swim Team Wraps Up Season at Sectionals

by Jaynie Ellis

Saratoga TODAY

Saratoga Varsity Gymnastics Sectionals. Photos by Super Source Media. continued from front page...

This season, the Blue Streaks have been led by lone senior Carly Rushack and lone junior Erika Sudigala, in addition to three sophomores and three freshmen.

The team is young but talented, with 11 out of 19 members being middle schoolers (five 8th graders and 6th seventh graders).

Individually, Saratoga’s girls had top scores, aside from the balance beam in which Guilderland’s Miranda Putorti scored a 9.150 and BC’s Ella Bishop scored a 9.100. But, Rushack was able to claim the highest all-around score with a 34.500 which included a 1st place finish on the floor (9.250), a 2nd place finish on the uneven bars (8.200), and a 3rd place finish on the beam (9.050).

Team Scores: Saratoga Springs, 168.725; Bethlehem, 162.150; Guilderland, 153.175; Shaker, 150.600.

All Around: Rushack (Saratoga), 34.500; Seebode (Guilderland), 33.675; Skinner (Saratoga), 33.550; Browne (Bethlehem), 33.525; Putorti (Guilderland), 33.175; Kosoc (Bethlehem), 33.125; Kearns (Shaker), 33.100; Austin (Saratoga), 32.925;

Gleeksman (Saratoga), 32.925; Sudigala (Saratoga), 32.525.

Vault: Gleeksman (Saratoga), 8.800; Angelina Damiano (Saratoga), 8.650; Seebode (Guilderland), 8.400; Chiaia Poust (Bethlehem), 8.250; Sudigala (Saratoga), 8.175.

Uneven Bars: Austin (Saratoga), 8.300; Rushack (Saratoga), 8.200; Skinner (Saratoga), 8.000; Browne (BC), 8.000; Gleeksman (Saratoga), 7.850.

Balance Beam: Putorti (Guilderland), 9.150; Ella Bishop (Bethlehem), 9.100; Rushack (Saratoga), 9.050; Kosovo (BC), 9.000; M. Austin (Saratoga), 9.975.

Floor: Rushack (Saratoga), 9.250; Seebode (Guilderland), 9.050; Sudigala (Saratoga), 8.950; Browne (BC), 8.775; Kearns (Shaker), 8.750.

Miranda Putorti (Guilderland), Maddy Austin (Saratoga), and Charlie Gleeksman (Saratoga), along with top three all-arounders Carly Rushack (Saratoga), Addie Seebode (Guilderland), and Ayla Skinner (Saratoga), will be heading to the Section II State Championships on March 5 at Kenmore West High School in Buffalo.

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SHENENDEHOWA — Saratoga’s Varsity Boys Swimming and Diving Team had a 7th place finish to wrap up an outstanding 2021-22 season.

Under the guidance of Coach William Asay, who has been the Head Coach of the program for the past 20 years, the hardworking group had 13 members qualify for the Section II Division 1 Championships on Feb. 18 and Feb. 19 at Shenendehowa.

Top finishers in each of the events during Friday’s prelims swam in the final heats on Saturday; Saratoga made it the finals in 9 out of 12 events with tough competition from other local schools.

“We had a young squad with just 2 senior and 4 juniors,” said Coach Asay. “We have had big improvements all year long and it will take a couple years to develop, but we are happy with the progress we have made so far.”

Last month at their senior night meet, the team recognized their two seniors – Noah Ernst and Charm Feng Ang. Ernst, who is a versatile swimmer, and Ang, who specializes in the breaststroke, will be missed greatly next season.

“At every meet they have been supportive of the team, and they were very productive as far a scoring,” said Coach Asay.

Coach Asay also commented on how bright his student-athletes are; the team has maintained a 90+ average and will most likely

be earning the scholar-athlete team award following this season.

As one of the only teams without their own pool to practice at (they use Skidmore College’s facilities), the Blue Streaks had some impressive results at the sectional meet.

Event Results: Saratoga had 8th place finishes in both the prelims and the finals for the 200 Yard Medley Relay. The 4-man team made up of Mason Cartier (Jr.), Charm Feng Ang (Sr.), Noah Ernst (Sr.), and Duncan Smith (Jr.) had a time of 1:50.12 (27.48, 30.28, 27.09, 25.27).

Junior Calvin Baird placed 12th in the overall in the 200 Yard Freestyle, just beating his time in the prelims by .20 seconds with a time of 1:53.50 in the finals (26.43, 28.77, 29.49, 28.81).

Two boys placed in the finals for the third event, the 200 Yard IM. Junior Connor Baird placed 4th with a state qualifying time of 1:58.74 (25.05, 30.31, 35.07, 28.31).

Freshman Anthony Sanchez placed 10th and beat his own score in the prelims with a finals score of 2:09.34 (28.59, 32.92, 37.73, 30.10).

Connor Baird also had a state qualifying time with a 2nd place finish in the 100 Yard Butterfly with a time of 52.98 (24.47, 28.51).

Calvin Baird just missed state qualifiers with a 4th place finish and time of 4:58.90 in the 500 Yard Freestyle.

Event 9 was the 200 Yard Freestyle Relay, in which Duncan Smith, Hannes Lohse (So.), Kevin Baird (7th grader), Noah Ernst

participated for Saratoga. They earned another 8th place finish with a time of 1:39.95 (26.38, 24.09, 24.68, 24.80).

Junior Mason Cartier had a 7th place finish in the 100 Yard Backstroke, beating his prelim time by .24 seconds with a finals time of 58.78 (28.11, 30.43).

Following the backstroke, freshman Anthony Sanchez has a 9th place finish in the 100 Yard Breaststroke with a time of 1:05.01 (31.05, 33.96).

The last event was the 400 Yard Freestyle Relay. Competing for Saratoga, Connor Baird, Hannes Lohse, Mason Cartier, and Calvin Baird earned a 4th place finish with a time of 3:31.55.

Team Results: Shenendehowa, 406; Bethlehem, 296.5; GuilderlandVoorheesville, 293; Niskayuna, 287; Albany Academy, 185; Shaker, 160; Saratoga Springs, 154; CBA-Troy, 145; Albany HS, 125.5; Ballston Spa, 99; Schenectady, 40 Headed to States: For Saratoga, Connor Baird was the only one to place in the Boys Section II Top 40 as a State Qualifier in his events. For both the 200 Individual Medley and the 100 Butterfly, Baird is 5th in the section and qualified for States with times of 1:58.24 and 5.84, respectively.

“It is a big goal to get athletes to States, and Connor got there with his times this past weekend,” said Coach Asay. “It is always exciting because not many make it to that level.”

The Swimming/Diving State Championships will be held March 4 and 5 at Ithaca College.

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Jr. NBA Scores GAVIN PARK JR. NBA Scores & Top Scorers - Week 12

DIVISION 1 KNICKS VS. HORNETS Knicks-17: Colton Barbaro 6, Cole Kindl 6 Hornets-13: Trey Ordon 4, Cole Donnarumma 4

CELTICS VS. WARRIORS Celtics-14: Bryson Russell 10, Noah Clements 2 Warriors-8: Landon Dross 4

DIVISION 2 BUCKS VS. LAKERS Bucks-32: Jude Miller 20, Annabelle David 6 Lakers-28: William Schaefer 17, Chase Warren 6

76ERS VS. WARRIORS 76ers-43: Owen Verrigni 11, Jackson Osborne 8 Warriors-14: Liam Nero 6, Lars Beckett 4

DIVISION 3 WIZARDS VS. LAKERS Wizards-31: Troy Mullin 10, Ashton Wright 9 Lakers-18: Dylan Wright 7, Owen Fear 5

GRIZZLIES VS. BUCKS Grizzlies-35: Bryce Phelps 16, Rowan Lincoln 11 Bucks-20: Jack Rucinski 13, Merrick Shea 5

ROCKETS VS. SUNS Rockets-36: Aaron Stuart 13, Landon Lockrow 13 Suns-28: Brady Moore 10, Christopher Scheft 5

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WARRIORS VS. NETS Warriors-47: Landen Seguin 15, Aiden Grolley 9 Nets-16: Bryson Lewis 8, Lira Bonitatibus 6

CELTICS VS. SUNS Celtics-32: Jackson Howell 16, Joseph Smaldone 5 Suns-29: Luke Manuel 12, Braydin Stone 8

Take a look at all the various opportunities in our community to play ball this spring!

SARATOGA WILTON YOUTH BASEBALL OPENING REGISTRATION SOON Saratoga-Wilton Youth Baseball recreation program is open to all players ages 4-15. The league offers five age-appropriate divisions, each aiming to teach the basics of the game while keeping baseball fun. Register by Friday, March 25 to guarantee your spot on a team.

Anyone, including those playing on school or travel teams is encouraged to join the Cal Ripken (ages 4-12) or Babe Ruth program for a fun season of spring baseball. Take this opportunity to develop the Babe Ruth program into a premier baseball league for those ages 13-15

who love to play the game and want to continue to do so.

For all division and information pricing, or to sign up, visit www.swyb.org. Interested in sponsoring a field or team this season? Email sponsorships@ swyb.org to get started.

SARATOGA MISS SOFTBALL SPRING PROGRAM Saratoga Miss Softball programs are open to all girls between the ages of 4 and 17 regardless of where they reside. Programs and pricing: • T-Ball (ages 4-6): $60 • Mini-Minor Division (ages 7-9): $120 • A Division (ages 10-11): $120 • AA Division (ages 12-15): $120 • AAA Division (ages 16-17): $120

There will be two games played per week – one weekday game at 6:15 p.m. and one game on Saturday at either 10 a.m. or noon. Financial aid is available upon request to jdowd@dblawny.com.

in the center of the web page.

Those new to the league will need to create a Sports Illustrated Play account in order to register online. Payments are processed directly on the website.

Register through the online registration system at www. saratogamiss.org. Click on the “Registration Now Open” box

Any questions, concerns, or issues with registration, contact John Dowd at jdowd@dblawny.com or at 518-669-1930.

SARATOGA BLUE STREAKS BASEBALL: 2022 PROSPECT CAMP The Saratoga Springs Varsity Baseball Team and the coaching staff will host their annual prospect camp for student athletes in grades 4-9. This preseason baseball camp on March 2 and 3 will work on the various skills

of baseball including hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, dynamic warm-up routines, and daily arm care. The camp will be instructed by the baseball coaching staff at Saratoga Springs High School. The varsity baseball

players will be working alongside the participants and will talk about the meaning of creating culture and working hard to achieve goals.

To sign up please visit the website: www.togabaseball.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS LITTLE LEAGUE Sign up before March 1 to take advantage of the early bird pricing.

Registration fee is $80 for Majors, Minors AAA, and Minors AA prior to March 1, and $90 thereafter.

Registration is $40 for Bantam and Challenger prior to March 1, and $50 thereafter. Registration is $25 for T-Ball. Maximum registration fee is $135 for families who are registering multiple children.

Kids ages 4-13 of all abilities and

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Week of February 25 – March 3, 2022

residents of Saratoga Springs City School District are welcome. The Spring 2022 Division Levels are as follows: T-Ball (ages 4 to 6), Bantam (ages 6 to 7, Coach Pitch), Minors AA (ages 7 to 8, Machine Pitch), Minors AAA (ages 9 to 10, Player Pitch), Majors (ages 11 to 12), and Challenger (ages 4 to 18).

Teams can generally expect to play one game during the week (starting at 6 p.m.) and one game on Saturday

(between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. for younger divisions, between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. for older divisions) from late April through early June.

All games are played at West Side Recreation in Saratoga Springs.

Please visit the program page at www.saratogaspringslittleleague. org/program for more detailed information.

Email saratogaspringslittleleague@gmail. com with questions.

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Martin Reaches Round of 16 in Tel Aviv TEL AVIV, ISRAEL — Hannah Martin (33) from the Jason Morris Judo Center and Burnt Hills High School Alum made it to the round of 16 of the Tel Aviv Grand Slam on Feb. 20, losing only to eventual 63kg champion, Megumi Horikawa from Japan. This was Martin’s

second event of her comeback from a 2-year absence due to having a baby. Martin rose 26 spots all the way up to #68 on the 63kg world ranking list due to this result. Martin had a career high world ranking of #9 in 2013.

Melissa Myers (26) lost her opening bout to the #3 ranked, Sanne

Van Dijke (Netherlands) and was eliminated. Max Alaynick (21) lost in the first round to Ifatch Badash (Israel) in his maiden Grand Slam event, closing out the JMJC athletes’ participation in Tel Aviv. Myers and Alaynick will head next to Poland for the Warsaw Open on Feb. 26.

Photo: JMJC’S Hannah Martin (blue uniform) gripping opponent in Tel Aviv. Photo provided.

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