Saratoga Springs Supervisor Candidate

Floats “Drunk With Guns” Local Law

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gordon Boyd, a Democratic candidate in this year’s county supervisor election has proposed the county prepare and adopt a local law to prohibit being “armed while intoxicated” anywhere in the county.

“I call it a ‘Drunk With Guns’ prohibition,” Boyd said in a statement, adding that he is writing to county Board Chairman Todd Kusnierz to let his intentions be known.

“The gun violence that occurred last November 20 in downtown Saratoga Springs was frightening and horrific. It put our courageous police officers in danger, as well as dozens of bystanders, casting a cloud over our vibrant downtown,” Boyd said. “The dangerous troublemakers involved in the downtown shootout have been charged by the DA, which is appropriate. However, if we had had a law making it a crime to be intoxicated while possessing a firearm, the perpetrators might have thought twice about coming to Saratoga Springs.”

Boyd proposes the county approve a local law that specifically creates a misdemeanor crime with penalties, including fines and prison time. if elected, Boyd said he will present a local law as such, but added that he wishes the current Board of Supervisors do so at its earliest opportunity. Both city supervisor positions will be up for election in November.

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Henry Redling

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Henry Redling died March 31. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 24 at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 52 Totowa Road, Totowa, NJ 07512. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Kathleen Strollo

TAMPA, FL — Strollo, Kathleen died March 24. Services will be held Wednesday, April 12 at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, NY. Wake will be 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. followed by a Mass service 11 – 12 p.m., followed by a burial at Gerald B. H. Solomon National Cemetery. For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

Mickey Walczak

BALLSTON SPA — Former Saratoga High star Mickey Walczak died in the early morning of March 28. He joined his parents and sister in heavenly peace following a lengthy and often private battle with cancer. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Sherry Gail Dowen

SARATOGA SPRINGS — It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of Sherry Gail Dowen on March 30 surrounded by her loved ones. Services will be at the convenience of the family. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Charlotte R. Beers

WILTON — Charlotte R. Beers died at the age of 104 on March 31. Calling hours will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11 at Compassionate Funeral Care followed by a graveside service at 2:30 p.m. at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. For online condolences, visit www. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Rita (Mikki)

Casertino Young

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Rita (Mikki) Casertino Young passed away peacefully on March 28 at her home on Saratoga Lake. Calling hours will be held Friday, April 7 from 2 – 4 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue (Rte 9 and/or Marion Ave.), Saratoga Springs. For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

Stephen J. Hyman

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Stephen J. Hyman, 89, passed away on Monday April 3, 2023. Burial will be held on Monday, April 10 at 11:30 a.m. in the GBH Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville. Arrangements by William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway. Remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

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Saratoga County Health Department Offers Free Narcan Distribution Events, Overdose Rescue Kits

SARATOGA COUNTY — The Saratoga County Department of Health regularly holds Narcan distribution events throughout the county.

Participants will learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and administer nasal Narcan, which takes approximately 10 minutes. Participants will receive a free Narcan rescue kit, which includes two doses of Narcan, a rescue breathing face shield, a certificate of training, a drug disposal system, and a mental health and substance use disorder resource guide.

Naloxone, sold under the brand name Narcan, is a safe medication that can save someone’s life by reversing the effects of an opioid overdose. It only works on opioids, such as heroin, prescription pain medications and fentanyl, but it is safe to use even if opioids are not present. 911 should always be called after administering Naloxone. New York State’s Good Samaritan Law allows people to call 911 without fear of arrest if they are having a drug overdose that requires emergency medical care or if they witness someone overdosing.

These are free, drop in events. Residents who are unable to attend the distribution can register to obtain an overdose rescue kit or view upcoming events at www. saratogacountyny.gov/narcan.

Saratoga Police

Justin Mechanick, 42, of Ballston Spa, was charged March 19 with DWI, aggravated DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and moving from lane unsafely.

Brianna Craig, 24, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 19 with criminal contempt.

Nicholas Bush, 44, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 18 with DWI, and two driving-related violations.

Thomas Zucco, 32, of Warwick, Maryland, was charged March 18 with harassment.

Kathina Duncan, 42, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 17 with harassment.

James Brush, 47, of Malta, was charged March 23 with criminal mischief, burglary, and grand larceny.

Augustus Balsamo, 39, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 23 with criminal trespass.

Zachary Michaels, 28, of Saratoga

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Springs, was charged March 23 with menacing, and criminal possession of a weapon.

Mitchell Norris, 27, of Rensselaer, was charged March 23 with DWI, and three drivingrelated violations.

Ronald Dragoset, 37, of Clifton Park, was charged March 22 with criminal contempt.

Kevin Cuva, 50, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 22 with criminal contempt, and aggravated family offense.

Rita Young, 51, of Saratoga Springs, was charged March 21 with DWI, aggravated DWI, and two driving-related violations.

Kobe Rockwell, 24, of Apex, North Carolina, was charged March 21 with tampering with physical evidence, grand larceny, criminal possession of stolen property, and burglary.

SARATOGA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Jacob E. Krall, 19, of Ballston Spa, was charged with assault in the second-degree in connection with an incident alleged to have occurred on March 19 in the town of Milton. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office and Community Emergency Corps were dispatched to a report of a 3-month-old child in respiratory distress. The child was treated on scene and transported to the hospital by EMS with serious injuries, according to police. Krall is accused of violently assaulting the 3-month-old child resulting in serious physical injuries. Krall was arraigned and sent to Saratoga County Jail on bail. arrested Michael Millington, 23, of Greenfield, for official misconduct and reckless endangerment in the seconddegree, both misdemeanors. While employed as a Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office Correction Officer Michael Millington is accused, without authorization, of providing confidential information to a county jail inmate which created a substantial risk of injury to another person. Millington was released on appearance tickets and is due back in Milton Town Court at a later date to answer the charges. Millington has been suspended from the Sheriff’s Office pending a disciplinary hearing.

On March 21, Kevin Q. Tanksley, 33, of Albany, was charged with assault in the seconddegree. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office responded to an in-progress disturbance occurring at the Stewart’s Shop at 1403 Route 9 in the Town of Halfmoon involving 3 males. It is alleged Tanksley deployed a knife during the altercation and used it to cause physical injury to a 20-year-old Clifton Park man who was subsequently hospitalized for his injuries.

Alexander McFadden, 54, of Malta was charged March 26 with felony Assault, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon, in connection with a disturbance involving two males at the Budget Inn on Route 9 in the town of Malta. McFadden is accused of deploying a knife during the altercation causing injuries to the victim’s head and arm. The victim was treated on scene by Malta-Stillwater EMS and refused further medical attention. McFadden was arraigned in Malta Town Court and sent to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility with no bail.

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