LOCAL • INDEPENDENT • FREE Volume 14
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Issue 23
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June 5 – June 11, 2020
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BACK TO BUSINESS by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Small business owners opened their doors to in-store customers and hair stylists their salons for the first time in more than two months as part of the Capital Region’s phase two reopening plan on June 3. Outdoor dining returned one day later. “We opened at 9 o’clock and we already had someone waiting at the door,” said Maddy Zanetti, at Impressions of Saratoga.
“We’ve been open the whole time for curbside, delivery and shipping but today is the first time of customers in the store.” A table cradling bottles of hand sanitizer and disposable gloves and masks sat near the entryway door. “People are thrilled to be out,” added Marianne Barker. “I do think people who are leery are going to stay home for a while yet, but people know we’re pretty careful, we’ve been open about what we’re doing and the steps we’re taking." See Story pg. 9
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Welcome Back. Sign on Broadway outside Impressions of Saratoga on phase two reopening day, June 3, 2020. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.
FARM FRESH
The Great Outdoors Local Markets Reopen Head to Moreau Lake by Megin Potter Saratoga TODAY
Gomez Veggie Ville. Photo by Pattie Garrett. Ballston-Spa Farmers’ Market pg. 14 | Saratoga Farmers’ Market pg. 20
MOREAU — Visiting the Moreau Lake State Park is going to require a bit of extra planning this year. With its 6,990 acres of land, 41 miles of hiking trails, and three lakes, Moreau Lake State Park is an excellent spot to enjoy the outdoors while maintaining social distancing during the pandemic. Before you go this summer however, it’s important that you familiarize yourself with the park’s new rules and regulations.
The New York State Parks Department of Recreation & Historic Preservation establishes these guidelines to ensure the parks are safe for everyone. Updates and additional information can be found at parks.ny.gov/covid19
See Story pg. 27
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