Saratoga TODAY August 7 - August 13, 2026 by Saratoga TODAY

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Local Leaders THOROUGHBRED Target Neglect CHAMPIONSHIP NYRA Partners With Churchill Downs

Legislators and local law enforcement officials held a press conference announcing new legislation that would stiffen penalties for child neglect. (Aidan Cahill)

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More Than a Nickel $300 Million Bridge Named for Awarded to GlobalFoundries “Bottle Bill” Author

A photo of Bobby D’Andrea (left) with Senator Tedesco at the late Assemblyman’s home. (Courtesy of Senator Tedisco).

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(Courtesy of GlobalFoundries)

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History

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July Was Not a Good Month for Fred Currier by Russ VanDervoort | Sponsored by The Saratoga County History Center Contact the Saratoga County History Center at: saratogacohistoryroundtable@gmail.com Russ VanDervoort is the Waterford Town Historian, leader of the Waterford Canal and Towpath Society and a Trustee of the Saratoga County History Center. He is the author of several books on Waterford history and can be reached at russvandervoort@gmail.com What symbolizes the month of July? We addressed that question on Google. This was their reply. All in all, the symbolism of July speaks of boldness, regality, and outdoor adventures; joy, contentment, and a great deal of fun in the sun. Is this month going to be one of contentment, fun and/or adventure for you? We believe that Fred Currier of Waterford would have had a different response. Fred was a man of many interests. His actual name was Alfred, but he was known as Fred. For seventeen years, he was a Waterford Town Constable. In 1921, Governor Nathan Miller appointed him Division Superintendent of Canals. When that commission was up, he returned to law enforcement as a Deputy Sheriff, later becoming a Day Jailer. It was his work in law enforcement that would cause Fred to have a different outlook on July than Google’s definition. Our story begins in late evening on June 30, 1919. It would be July 1, by the time this story ended. Pietro Corso, a recent Italian immigrant, had found employment at the Eddy Valve in Waterford, had bought a small lot in the Dial City Section, and by all accounts was doing well. So well that the local Black Hand had taken an interest in his wellbeing. The Black Hand was reputedly an American branch of the

Mafioso extortion group. Pietro, fearing for his family’s safety after they were visited by several Black Handers, roughed up, threatened and scared, contacted local authorities for help. The County Sheriff and Waterford Constables devised a plan for Pietro’s safety. On this night, Deputy Sheriffs Clarence Hovey, Patrick McCarthy, and Howard Dodge, all of Ballston Spa, along with Constables Fred Currier and William Naylor of Waterford, were dispatched to Dial City to protect Pietro and family. It should be noted that neither Pietro nor his wife was wellversed in English; none of the listed people were known to the Corsos, and they didn’t know they were coming. It was reported in the July 1, 1919 Saratogian that Pietro saw five men approaching his property, three from the front, and two from the side. The street was poorly lit, and it was very dark. Fearing they were the “Blackhanders,” he opened fire with a shotgun and a revolver. As Currier and Naylor approached, they were fired upon. They were both struck. Dodge and McCarthy fell to the pavement as the second shots rang out, filling Hovey’s legs with shot as he was running behind a tree. Pietro then fled the scene; it was many days before he was located. As anticipated, Pietro thought the men were the Blackhanders he feared. All the wounded officers recovered. Fred, who was shot in the right eye, did lose the use of that eye. After Pietro fled the scene, Mrs. Corso, who could speak some English, offered her account to the officers. She

stated the following. Her husband had obtained a small piece of property, a short time ago. He soon bought a house and had it moved from the Village to the Dial City area. They obtained a cow, some chickens, and two pigs. This seeming prosperity attracted the attention of some avaricious foreigners who sent threatening letters asking for money. On Saturday night, about midnight, two men went to the Corso home, forced an entrance, and threatened to kill the wife. They slapped one of the children, and when Corso ran for his gun, they left. On Sunday night, someone burned out the eyes of their watchdog. Yesterday, another threatening letter was received, and Corso notified the police that he was expecting another attack would be made during the night. He obtained a shotgun and positioned himself near a window, while his wife and children hid in the back room. After firing twice, he ran from the house. A search for Corso was conducted for two days. When it was learned that the neighbors in Dial City, as well as the local constables, believed that Corso was a law-abiding citizen, no charges were levied, and Corso returned. Apparently, the Black Handlers sought a less combative target. No other activity was reported. As far as we know, Fred’s Julys thereafter were relatively uneventful until July 28, 1928. He was now with the Sheriff ’s Department in the capacity of Day Jailer. Incarcerated that day was Roy Brown, alias George Erwell Fellows, alias George Frank. Brown was jailed as the ringleader of a car-theft

Waterford Town Constable Fred Currier

group operating out of a barn in Moreau. It was discovered he was wanted in Vermont for car stealing, New Hampshire for assault with attempt to kill, and Tennessee for murder. In the hours that followed, after a visitation by his alleged wife, someone reported they heard the sounds of sawing. Undersheriff George Knight, Night Jailer Benjamin Simon and Day Jailer Fred Currier entered Brown’s cell; Simon pulled the blanket off Brown, who displayed a pistol. He fired four shots, hitting Fred with each bullet. In our time, we have to wonder how this could occur for a prisoner to come up firing while in custody. It was discovered, after the fact, that Brown had the practice of carrying a cleverly concealed, small-caliber pistol that hung from an interior worn belt, with a cloth holster between his legs. In those days, jailers didn’t check there. It was further discovered that, indeed, two bars on the exterior window of his cell had been sawn through. It was suspected that his alleged wife’s visit had been the source of the saw. Brown would later state that he had carried that in as well. Jailing procedures have advanced since 1928. Although Fred Currier

hovered near death for several days, he did make a recovery. He returned to work and eventually ran in a primary election for the office of Saratoga County Sheriff. He failed in the primary; it wasn’t held in July. No charges were filed against Corso in the first Fred Currier shooting. Let’s examine the second shooting. George Edwell Fellows, alias Roy Brown, a notorious New England gunman, who shot the undersheriff, Fred Currier of Waterford, was arraigned in Ballston Spa on a charge of first-degree assault. It was soon determined he was also wanted in the state of New Hampshire. He was also wanted in Vermont, as Roy Brown, for automobile theft. In some accounts, Fellows, or whoever he might be, was listed as a mild-mannered Vermont School Teacher, as well as a sharpshooter in the Marines. Dell Fellows was charged with assault, to which he pleaded guilty and was sentenced to twenty-five years in prison. In early November, the doors of Clinton Prison in Dannemora, New York, closed behind George “Dell” Fellows, and he settled into the daily prison routine. Fred enjoyed his retirement and suffered no more shootings.

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BLOTTER REPORT

Ballston Ave and New Street.

Between July 26 and August 1, the Saratoga Springs Police reported 648 incidents in their blotter report. This number includes duplicate incidents, unfounded, and non-emergency incidents. The top three listed incident types reported in this time are:

July 30, 2026. 8:13 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Cohoes resident on charges of 3rd degree grand larceny: property exceeds $3,000. Arrest occurred on Lake Ave.

74 Traffic Stops

51 Welfare Checks

47 911 open line incidents

For the State Police, between July 29 and August 4, New York State Police reported 236 incidents that didn’t result in arrest in their daily blotter reports. In addition, State Police arrested 15 people on 25 charges and identified 66 people as being involved in vehicle accidents. The most common incident reported by State Police was a property damage accident with 33 incidents. The top three municipalities for incidents are: 1.

56 in Clifton Park

34 in Malta and Wilton

32 in Halfmoon

July 29, 2026. 5:13 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Halfmoon resident in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor 1st degree public lewdness: defendant 19 years old or older exposes body to victim under the age of 16 and two counts of act in a manner to injure a child less than 17. Appearance ticket issued. July 29, 2026. 11:41 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Troy resident in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor DWI- first offense and operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher- first offense. Appearance ticket issued. July 30, 2026. 1:56 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Pound Ridge resident on charges of operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher- first offense, DWI- first offense, aggravated DWI: BAC .18 or higher- no priors, 4th degree criminal possession of a weapon: firearm/weapon, and various traffic offense. Arrest occurred at the intersection of

July 31, 2026. 12:33 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a South Windsor, CT, resident on charges of operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher- first offense, DWI- first offense, aggravated DWI: BAC .18 or higher- no priors, and various traffic offense. Arrest occurred on South Broadway and West Fenlon Street. July 31, 2026. 9:11 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Cohoes resident in the Town of Wilton on charges of misdemeanor 2nd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued. July 31, 2026. 3:19 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a homeless/transient individual on charges of 3rd degree assault: with intent to cause physical injury. Arrest occurred on Broadway. July 31, 2026. 11:43 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Lake resident in the Town of Clifton Park on charges of felony DWI: previous conviction within 10 years, aggravated unlicensed operation, and misdemeanor circumvent interlock device. Released to third party. August 1, 2026. 1:18 a.m.Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs resident on charges of operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher- first offense, DWI- first offense and various traffic offenses. Arrest occurred at the intersection of Route 9 and Avenue of the Pines

BLOTTER August 1, 2026. 1:48 a.m.Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Queensbury resident on charges of 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and general violation of local law. Arrest occurred on Circular Street. August 1, 2026. 3:31 a.m.Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Corinth resident on charges of disorderly conduct: fight/violent behavior. Arrest occurred on Caroline Street August 1, 2026. 4:34 a.m.Saratoga Springs Police arrested two homeless/transient individuals on charges of trespass. Arrest occurred on Circular Street. August 1, 2026. 8:13 a.m.Saratoga Springs Police arrested a homeless/transient individual on charges of trespass, 3rd degree menacing and resisting arrest. Arrest occurred on Church Street. August 1, 2026. 7:41 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the Village of Ballston Spa on charges of misdemeanor 7th degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Appearance ticket issued. August 1, 2026. 8:21 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa resident in the Town of Wilton on charges of felony DWI: previous conviction within 10 years. Appearance ticket issued. August 4, 2026. 9:21 p.m.- New York State Police arrested an Owego resident in the Town of Milton on charges of misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle impaired by drugs1st offense. Appearance ticket issued.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY - Donlynn Graul, 81, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026. Donlynn was born January 5, 1945, at Saratoga hospital, to Donald and Vivian Shepherd. After Donald’s passing in WWII, she was raised by her stepfather Charles Parish. Donlynn graduated Saratoga Springs High School in 1962, and proudly attended St. Rose College in Albany, earning her Master’s in Education. She taught elementary at Stillwater Central School for over 30 years, taking great joy in both her students and her close family of teachers. After retiring, she continued to give of herself, volunteering at Saratoga County Mental Health, Wesley, and Mary’s Haven. Doni was a communicant of St. Clement’s Church, loved her Rosary, and is prayerfully remembered by the Dominican Chapter at St. Clement’s, as she made her final vows as a Third Order Dominican many years ago. Doni lived fully, guiding others to do so as well. She and Bill traveled to Eastham, Cape Cod, yearly, often encouraging both family and friends to join. Her love of

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the Cape lives on through the generations who continue to enjoy the peace and beauty it has to offer. There were also adventures hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, rafting the Colorado River, and visiting the Black Hills and Mt. Rushmore with Bill, and further excursions with dear friend Marta Hitchen, including the Grand Old Opry and a National Parks tour. Doni loved Saratoga as well, drinking joyfully from all the springs, and savoring her Tuesday afternoons downtown with Leslie. Home truly was her happy place, though, and she could often be found with a good history or mystery book, her family, and pink flamingos in her gardens. She was a talented quilt maker, leaving her family with many warm memories, literally! And her mac and cheese will forever go unrivaled. Donlynn continues to be loved by her husband of 50 years, William L. Graul III, daughters Leslie Ives (Daniel) and Deborah Graul, dog JellyBear, cousins Susan Parish and Charlie Parish (Barb), grandchildren Katherine Ives (Chris), Joseph Ives (Brittany), and Frankie Rodriquez, beloved greatgrandchildren Carter, Stella, Rylee, and Ryann (aka Pink). She is remembered by her brother Charles Edward Parish, beloved nephews Chris, Pat, and Sean O’Leary, relatives Mike and Diana Graul, Jane and John Valetta, Anne and Jack Dejnozka, many beloved cousins, and all her chosen family, so many she chose to love. Doni is kicking back in the afterlife with those who went before— her sister Rosanne, father Donald, mother Vivian, Anne and William L. Graul Jr., dear friend Marta, chosen family Lisa and Gail, and fierce protector Zuni Bear.

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Our family especially wants to thank those who have been such a great comfort over the last few years—Jane Valetta, Mary Troeger, Susie Parish, the Towne family, especially Molly and Susie, besties Jane Huffer, Sue Shaw and Donna Hartman, Dr. G, and the incredible friends and neighbors from the Eastside. Family and friends are called to visit on August 11, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. To keep Doni’s memory alive, be kind to those around you—have a cup of coffee with a friend, send a handwritten letter to a loved one, cook a meal, visit the lonely, and most importantly love deeply and unconditionally. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated the following Tuesday, August 18, at St. Clements Church, 231 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM. If you would like to honor Donlynn’s legacy of giving love, compassion, and respite to all, please consider donating to Wellspring in her name, at 2816 US 9, Malta, NY 12020. “Come to the living waters, Sinners obey your makers call. Come ye weary wanderers home. And find his grace is free for all” Online remembrances may be made at www. burkefuneralhome.com.

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Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation Opens 2026 Community Grant Cycle The Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 community grant program. The Foundation provides funding to charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life, health, and well-being of Saratoga County residents. Eligible applicants must be IRS-designated nonprofit organizations whose programs or services directly benefit residents of Saratoga County. Priority will be given to initiatives focused on problem gambling awareness, youth development, senior services, arts and culture, recreation, and projects that strengthen the local community. “For more than 20 years, the Foundation has been proud to invest in organizations that make a lasting difference throughout Saratoga County,” said Foundation Treasurer Skip Carlson. “Our partnership with the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, the Saratoga Harness Horseperson’s Association,

and Saratoga Casino Hotel has allowed us to support programs that provide education, senior services, family assistance, food security, disability services, and critical resources for individuals and families facing domestic violence and addiction.” Grant applications must be submitted electronically through the Foundation’s website at www. saratogacasinohotelfoundation. org. The application period closes at 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2026. Organizations will be notified of funding decisions by October 8, and grant recipients will be recognized at the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors meeting on October 20, 2026. Since its inception, the Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation has awarded nearly $525,000 in grants to more than 200 local nonprofit organizations. A complete list of previous grant recipients, eligibility requirements, and application information is available at www.saratogacasinohotelfoundation.org.

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Summer Sunday Strolls “Find Me in Congress Park” and “Mom & Pops of the East Side” Join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation on Sunday, August 9 for a new tour, “Find Me in Congress Park,” led by local author Patrice Mastrianni. The tour will include interesting facts and folklore she obtained while researching her recent children’s book, Find Me in Saratoga. Among the many landmarks located in Congress Park, the tour will include the Spirit of Life and Spencer Trask Memorial. In 2015, the Foundation proudly partnered with the City of Saratoga Springs to complete a $750,000 restoration of the memorial and sculpture, and its volunteers continue to maintain the landscape today. Patrice will share the history of the Trasks and many other fascinating characters who left their mark on Congress Park.

This tour meets at Congress Spring, the covered pavilion on the south side of E. Congress Street inside Congress Park. On Sunday, August 16, Carol Godette offers a new walking tour, “Mom & Pops of the East Side.” Stroll through a concentrated area of the East Side that once teemed with neighborhood shops and markets and learn about the history of these stores and their owners. More than milk and bread, these shops fostered entrepreneurship and a sense of community. Through her tireless research, Carol’s will bring not only the stores to life, but also the people behind their counters. All Sunday morning tours begin at 10:30AM, last approximately 90 minutes, and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours are limited to thirty participants and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information on Sunday Strolls or to purchase tickets, call (518) 587-5030, visit our website, saratogapreservation.org, or email Dianne Winter, Development Director, at dwinter@saratogapreservation.org.

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“Not the only one that wants a Mrs. London’s fruit tart” Photo by Bruce & Ann Thank You To All Who Submitted Photos! We received so many amazing photos over the pastfive weeks; thank you to all participants. Summer Contest Closed. Contest Resumes Fall 2026!

Pumpkin is an amazing, 6-month-old kitten who has a great personality. He loves to snuggle, lay on your lap and play like a typical kitten. His mom was saved off the streets and had a litter of kittens in a home that cared for them until they had to move and the family was brought here to HOPE to find their forever homes. While he was being cared for, he interacted with other dogs and cats, as well as children. He is your all-around great cat! He is recovering from his neuter, is up to date with his rabies and distemper vaccine and has tested negative for FIV and FeLV. He is also microchipped! The HOPE Cat Adoption Center is located in the Wilton Mall and is open to the public Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 11-4 or by appointment. Online adoption applications may be found on our website at www.hopeanimalrescue.org or call us at 518-450-7013 if you have any questions.

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Union Avenue Bridge to be Renamed in Honor of Longtime Legislator by Aidan Cahill Saratoga TODAY

Coming into Saratoga on Union Avenue it’s easy to see the impact of the late former Assemblyman Robert D’Andrea. Starting at Fish Creek, the road takes residents and visitors from the rural east side of the County and into the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs. It passes by both the quiet retreat of Yaddo and the thrilling spectacle at the Race Course before ending at

Congress Park. But before reaching those key landmarks, visitors traveling on Union Avenue and exiting Interstate 87 north have to cross a small bridge that will now bear the name of the man who represented the area for over 27 years. The bill to rename the bridge was sponsored in the Senate by Senator Jim Tedico (R,C) and in the Assembly by Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner (D). The bill passed both houses unanimously on June 2 and was signed by the Governor on July 31. A photo of Bobby D’Andrea (left) with Senator Tedesco at the late Assemblyman’s home. (Courtesy of Senator Tedisco).

“Assemblyman Bobby D’Andrea was a good friend and an outstanding and dedicated public servant who was always accessible and visible to his constituents and a strong voice for them,” Senator Tedisco said in a statement. “I was proud to have served with

Bobby in the Assembly and work to get this bill passed for his family and remember his legacy of service to others.” Known as ‘Bobby,’ D’Andrea represented Saratoga Springs at the county level as Supervisor for seven years and as an assemblyman for 27. In the that time, he was known for his efforts in environmental conservation and staunch community support. One of D’Andrea’s most notable was the expansion of New York’s recycling program so called ‘Bottle Bill’ which requires a five-cent deposit on many non-reusable containers in New York. D’Andrea was the sponsor of the bill, whose legacy can be seen on every bottle or can bearing “NY 5¢” D’Andrea helped clean up

the lakes of the state by introducing legislation requiring ice-fisherman to remove structures before the thaw and improving regulations for transporting horses in the state. On a local level, D’Andrea secured funding for the Saratoga Springs Civic Center and intervened when Saratoga Central Catholic High School — at the time known as St. Peter’s Academy — was set for closure in the 1970s. Outside of politics, D’Andrea owned the Kaydeross Amusement Park for 30 years. When the park closed, the hand carved carousel was sold to the City of Saratoga Springs where it was restored and placed in Congress Park. D’Andrea died in the March 2025 at the age of 92.

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Local Leaders Call for Tougher Child Neglect Legislation by Aidan Cahill Saratoga TODAY

The Death of a threeyear-old girl in Corinth has prompted members of the state legislature to push for a new law aimed at increasing penalties for Child Neglect. The bill, named “Joycelynn’s Law,” is named for Joycelynn Ann Dylewski who died in February 2025 after being found covered in lice and struggling to breathe in Corinth. After her death, Dylewski’s parents Matthew and Samantha were arrested and eventually plead guilty to criminally negligent homicide and lost custody of their other four children. In June, the two were sentenced to 1⅓ to four years in prison — the max penalty under New York Law. This sentence is what prompted Senator Jim Tedisco and Assembly members Marry Beth Walsh and Matt Simpson to propose legislation that would enact severe penalties when a parent or guardian causes the death or injury of a child through neglect. The proposed legislation would amend the current statute for endangering the welfare of a child by creating a new felony charge, aggravated endangering the welfare of a

child, resulting in sentences of 25 years to life for causing the death of a child and 5 to 15 years for causing severe injury. In a press conference held on Aug. 4, Senator Tedisco outlined the reasons for the law, arguing that the sentence didn’t provide justice for the three-year-old. “What we’re trying to do is provide justice,” Senator Tedesco said. “We’re not going to get the justice for Jocelyn, but the only good thing maybe is we can get some justice from some other children, and possibly send a message to individuals who are going to provide this type of neglect, this type of care, this type of trauma to young children.” Tedisco also talked about the condition that Dylewski was found in, emphasizing the need for new legislation. “The child had not visited a doctor or a dentist in close to one year,” Senator Tedisco said. “Her teeth were decayed and blacking. Her body was full of lice. She was skin and bones not getting nutrition, and she was given clonidine, which is a drug not prescribed for her.” The legislators were joined at the press conference by Saratoga County Sheriff Jeffery Brown and District Attorney Brett Eby, both of whom spoke about the case

and offered support for the legislation. Brown said the legislation helps solve a gap in the current laws by introducing more accountability in the system. “Accountability when we make an arrest, we get a conviction is important,” Brown said. “The laws simply do not allow these defendants charged with these types of fact patterns to be held appropriately accountable.” Eby, meanwhile, expressed similar sentiments and also announced the creation of a new task force to deal with child abuse in Saratoga County. “In the next few days, we’re going to be announcing the members of the Child Safety Review Commission, which is a multi-discipline effort that’s going to have Saratoga County residents that work in the school system, family court system, law enforcement, legislators to try to have a holistic approach to see where the gaps are in the system, so we can prevent future tragedies,” Eby said. The bill has yet to receive a number in the assembly and is currently being reviewed by the Rules Committee of the State Senate. In addition, Senator Tedisco’s Office is circulating a petition on his website encouraging passage of the bill.

Legislators and local law enforcement officials held a press conference announcing new legislation that would stiffen penalties for child neglect. (Aidan Cahill)

The death of Joycelynn Ann Dylewski and subsequent outrage over the 1⅓ to four year sentence for her parents for causing her death prompted the new bills

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Schenectady Man Arrested after Multi-County Chase A Schenectady man is facing felony charges after he allegedly led police on a multi-county chase that started in Malta. Danzille Robinson was arrested on July 30, 2026, and charged with felony 3rd degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, misdemeanor 7th degree possession of a controlled substance, unlawful fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, 2nd degree reckless endangerment, obstructing governmental administration, and resisting arrest. According to New York State Police, Robinson had been the

passenger in a vehicle traveling north on interstate 87 in Malta when it was stopped by Troopers for vehicle and traffic violations around 2:16 p.m. Robinson is alleged to have climbed into the driver’s seat of the vehicle while the driver was out of the vehicle talking with troopers and took off with the vehicle. Robinson proceeded north before making a U-turn and proceeding south, eventually exiting at exit 11 and traveling through Saratoga County. After crossing into Schenectady County, Robinson’s vehicle was hit by a tire deflation device at

the intersection of Union Street and Balltown Road in Niskayuna. Robinson’s vehicle came to a stop at the intersection of Central and Covington Avenues — an intersection that has a Schenectady address but is located in the Town of Colonie. Once his vehicle stopped, Troopers say Robinson attempted to flee on foot while attempting to destroy controlled substances in his possession. Robinson was processed in Latham, arraigned in Malta Town Court and remanded into the custody of the Saratoga County Jail, pending further proceedings.

Corrections Officer Assaulted by Halfmoon Teen A Halfmoon teen is facing additional charges after he allegedly assaulted a corrections officer at the Saratoga County Jail. J’von Flores, 19, was charged with two counts of 2nd degree assault after the incident. At the time, Flores incarcerated on a different matter when he allegedly assaulted a Corrections officer, causing physical injury. According to the Saratoga

County Sheriff ’s Office, the officer was evaluated at Malta Med Emergent Care for injuries to his eye, chest, leg and neck. “I have absolutely zero tolerance for assaults on my staff,” Saratoga County Sheriff Jeffrey Brown said. “They will be investigated thoroughly and promptly, and the assailant will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. I am hopeful that the officer will not suffer any long-term complications

from his injuries.” While specifically Flores was originally incarcerated for, back in January the Sheriff ’s Office announced his arrest after he allegedly cut off an ankle monitor, caused damage to an interview room at the Paul E. Lent Public Safety Building, and resisted arrest by parole officers. Flores was arraigned in Milton Town Court and remanded back to the jail.

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Erica Collins sold property at 1 Parkway Circle to Courtney Ruehl for $675,000

CORINTH Christian Henry sold property at Parker Rd to Charles McGrath for $220,000

GREENFIELD Elizabeth Lee sold property at 73 Pepper Lane to Thomas Duncan for $610,000 Veslava Wysowski sold property at 18 Fraiser Rd to Steven Dennis for $290,000

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Haley Darrigo sold property at 12 Basswood Ct to Hans Zimmer for $665,000 Elizabeth Stupp sold property at 18 Shore Ave to Thomas Zembricki for $742,500

MILTON Layers Production Inc sold property at 160 Milton Ave to Ballston Brothers LLC for $305,000 Jennifer Cleary sold property

at 304 Emmet St to US Bank Trust National Assoc. LLC for $131,451 John Prizner sold property at 32 River Rock Rd to Anthony Piche for $940,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS Whitney Lawlor sold property at 268 Broadway Unit 510 to Hilary Moynihan for $1,900.000 John Wagner sold property

$850,000 Reed Abbott sold property at 3 Cherry Tree Lane to Gavin Cotter for $1,835,000

WILTON

Danny Revell sold property at 27 Marvin St to McClaine Matties for $610,000

Daniel Munn sold property at 39 Brookside Dr to Oliver Esman for $770,000

Whitney Lawlor sold property at 268 Broadway 608 to Hilary Moynihan for $1,750,000

Kimberly Cronin sold property at 1 Thunder Run to Sean Macari for $450,000

Maureen Lewi sold property at 3 South Collins Terrace to Justin Weber for

Monsour Enterprises LLC sold property at 24 Nichols Rd to Deborah English for $510,000

BUSINESS

Week of August 7 - August 13, 2026

300-million Dollars Ballston Spa National Bank Welcomes New Board of Directors Members Awarded to GlobalFoundries GlobalFoundries and the United States Department of Commerce have entered into a letter of intent to accelerate research and development of next-generation silicon photonics. The U.S. Department of Commerce is expected to award 300 million dollars to GlobalFoundries under the CHIPS and Science Act. The award will accelerate GF’s development of next-generation silicon photonics wafer technologies, novel optical materials and advanced packaging. This work builds directly on GF’s recently introduced SCALE™ (Silicon Photonics Co-Packaged Advanced Light Engine) platform, targeting industryleading modularity, 400Gb/s performance and a 5x increase in energy efficiency over currentgeneration implementations. In a separate agreement, the

U.S. Department of Commerce will receive equity from Global Foundries, representing approximately 1 percent ownership as of July 29th. Silicon photonics enables ultra-high bandwidth, energyefficient data movement by transmitting information with light rather than electrical signals — delivering greater performance, higher interconnect density and lower power consumption as AI and data center workloads scale. “Silicon photonics is essential to AI infrastructure. For a decade, the industry talked about the shift from copper to optical as something that was coming. Today it is here, moving data at higher bandwidth and improved power efficiency as workloads grow more complex,” said Tim Breen, CEO of GlobalFoundries.

Richard P. Sleasman, Board Chair of Ballston Spa Bancorp, Inc., parent company of Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB) welcomed four new members to the Board of Directors following the strategic merger of BSNB and National Bank of Coxsackie (NBC) in April. Aaron Flach, Carl Florio, Donald Persico, and Joseph Warren bring diverse business and leadership experience and share a vision for expanding BSNB’s strategic direction and setting new goals for the combined institution. “I’m pleased to welcome Aaron, Carl, Donald, and Joseph to their new roles,” says Mr. Sleasman. “Their business acumen and leadership expertise combined with their strong connection to the communities NBC serves will be indispensable as BSNB works to expand opportunities for our customers following the merger of our two banks.” Aaron Flach co-owns a property management group and brokerage in addition to other small businesses and has been actively investing in real estate in upstate New York for over 25 years. He was elected to the NBC Board of Directors in 2018. “When I met the other Board members, I was struck by our connection and had a sense that the culture and the values were on the same wavelength,” he notes. “This Board is interested in more than banking – they have a vision for the future and are committed to taking strategy and community development to the next level. I look

forward to more collaboration with these great business minds.” Carl Florio brings decades of banking and leadership experience to the BSNB Board. He currently serves as Vice Chairman at Paradigm Funds Advisor LLC, Chair of AAA Hudson Valley, President of the Hudson River Bank & Trust Foundation, and Trustee at Paradigm Funds. He previously served as the President and Chief Executive Officer at Hudson River Bancorp, Inc. from 1995 to 2005, and as the President-Eastern New York Region at First Niagara Financial Group, Inc. from 2005 to 2008. Mr. Florio was drawn to BSNB following the combined impact of its strong leadership team, actionable integration plan, and commitment to continued expansion. “This is a good market with a lot of opportunity for growth,” he notes. “When I looked at this merger, I saw the strong leadership that is essential for success.” Donald Persico has served as President of home heating company Persico Oil Co since 1979 and is also the owner of Persico True Value Hardware in Ravena, New York, a company founded in 1982. Mr. Persico was elected to the NBC Board of Directors in 1991 and was elected Chairman in 2018. Mr. Persico recognized significant potential in the combined organization and the opportunities it creates for stakeholders across the region. “I’m amazed at the synergy of this union,” he says. “After looking at the combined size of the

bank, I thought, ‘This is incredible.’ It’s good for the communities, employees, and shareholders. It really was a perfect union.” Joseph Warren is an attorney who served as the President of State Telephone Company until his retirement in 2025, overseeing the company’s growth from a small phone provider to a competitive internet provider. He was appointed to the NBC Board of Directors in 1992. He is deeply involved in his community through his professional experiences and joins BSNB’s Board with a desire to protect and expand local decisionmaking capabilities. Mr. Warren believes the merger creates new opportunities to expand service and enhance offerings in the NBC area. “This strategic combination allows us to offer much more,” he says. “Additional products, bigger loans, more resources...I look forward to better serving customers in NBC communities as a result.” “Aaron, Carl, Donald and Joseph each bring a unique perspective shaped by years of leadership, service and involvement in their communities,” noted Christopher Dowd, President & CEO of Ballston Spa National Bank. “Their experience and knowledge of the markets we serve will be an important asset to our Board as we continue to build on the strengths of both organizations to serve our customers with the personal relationships and local decision-making that define community banking.”

Week of August 7 - August 13, 2026

BUSINESS BRIEFS

New Report Julie & Co. Realty Highlights Economic Impact of Belmont Welcomes Glenn Harris Stakes Racing Festival to the Brokerage on Saratoga County A newly released economic impact analysis shows that hosting the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival transformed June into one of Saratoga County’s strongest tourism months during its three-year run at Saratoga Race Course, generating record hotel revenues, increased visitor spending and historically strong sales tax collections while extending the region’s economic momentum ahead of the traditional summer racing season. The report, released in August by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, Discover Saratoga, and the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation, examines the cumulative impact of the event over its three years in Saratoga and highlights the significant economic benefits experienced by businesses, local governments, and the regional tourism industry. The analysis traces the evolution of Saratoga’s tourism economy, comparing pre-pandemic performance (2017–2019), the tourism recovery years (2021– 2023) and the Belmont era (2024–2026). The findings show that hosting the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival helped elevate June into one of the region’s highest-performing tourism months, creating lasting economic value while showcasing Saratoga to millions of viewers nationwide. Among the report’s key findings: June hotel revenue per available room reached a record $193.46 in Saratoga Springs, a 37.6% increase compared to 2023. June sales tax collections reached $2.04 million in Saratoga

Springs and $18.62 million across Saratoga County in 2026. Over the three-year Belmont era, Saratoga County collected nearly $52 million, substantially higher than recovery-year and pre-pandemic totals. National television broadcasts averaged 3.6 to 3.8 million viewers, providing exceptional exposure for Saratoga Springs and Saratoga County during the month of June. “The Belmont Stakes Racing Festival has proven to be far more than a world-class sporting event— it has served as a powerful economic driver for our region with significant benefits to Saratoga Springs and Saratoga County,” said Todd Shimkus, president of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. “These results demonstrate how extending Saratoga’s tourism season into June gave a boost to sales tax collections for the city and county. Given record breaking revenue per available room, the city and county will likely also see a rise in occupancy taxes too. Of course, where people stay is where they spend money, which also benefits our local restaurants, bars, stores, and shops.”’ “The true legacy of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival extends far beyond three incredible years,” said Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga. “The event strengthened our tourism economy, elevated Saratoga County’s national profile, and welcomed new visitors who experienced our community for the first time. Those impressions don’t end when the race does—they create future vacations, return visits, and continued economic opportunity.”

Glenn Harris was born and raised in the Lake George area; he grew up hunting, fishing, exploring, and seeking adventure of all sorts. Starting at the age of 16, he worked in the construction field building log cabins, stick built homes, and remodeling. For the last 20 years, Glenn, his wife, Dayna, and their two dogs (Moose & Bear) have been doing voluntary disaster relief work down in the southern states anywhere between Louisiana and Florida. He says it has been a very enjoyable and satisfying life assisting others in their greatest time of need. In 2018, he decided that it was time to settle down and moved back home to the Adirondacks, currently living in his home in Bolton Landing where he enjoys hiking, camping, kayaking and even ice fishing in the wintertime. Now, Harris joins Julie & Co. Realty to provide clients with an exemplary experience, with the utmost attention to detail.

Glenn Harris (Photo Provided by Julie & Co Realty LLC)

EDUCATION

Week of August 7 - August 13, 2026

Saratoga County Tikkun Olam “Repair the World” Collects 23 Bags of School History Center Project Supplies for Local Students

Presents Program on “The Iron-Hearted Regiment” The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum will present Saratoga and the Civil War: The 115th “Iron-Hearted Regiment” at War, its second program in our 2026 series Americans at War on Wednesday, August 26 at 7 PM. David Brooks, the Education Director at Schoharie Crossing State Historic site in Fort Hunter, will bring to life the unique experiences of the 115th Regiment, which mustered soldiers into service 165 years ago on this date - August 26, 1861 in Fonda, New York. Regimental companies were formed from Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery and Saratoga Counties. Under the leadership of Colonel Simeon Sammons, a local farmer and militia officer before the war, the regiment participated in several campaigns that took them to both wellknown and little-known battlefields, gaining them recognition as the “Iron Hearted Regiment.” Brooks will follow the regiment’s journey from Harpers

Ferry to Chicago and into the deep south before returning to Virginia in the last year of the war, recounting the battles they faced on the front line and those experienced from within. David Brooks is a member of the Board of Trustees for both Fulton and Montgomery Historical Societies and former past president of the Mohawk Valley Museums Consortium. As David tells us, “The 115th has a story unlike most upstate NY regiments during the Civil War, though their experiences are not all that unique during a time of crisis for the country. As a child I learned of this regiment and it’s service in family stories and directly from letters written during the war between brothers and the family on the home front.” This event is presented with the support of Adirondack Trust Company, and is free with registration. Registration and more information regarding for this event is available online at Brooksidemuseum.org

The Tikkun Olam (“Repair the World”) Project, under the umbrella of the Sisterhood of Congregation Shaara Tfille, has once again demonstrated its commitment to serving the community through its annual school supply drive. In partnership with the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center in Saratoga County, members of the Tikkun Olam Project collected 23 bags of essential school supplies, including backpacks, notebooks, folders, pencils, pens, crayons, and other classroom necessities. This annual initiative has helped ensure that local children begin the school year with the supplies they need to succeed. The donated items will make a meaningful difference for local families who may be facing financial challenges in purchasing back-to-school necessities. The Tikkun Olam Project enables students to start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn. “This annual project reflects the true meaning of Tikkun Olam - repairing the world through acts of kindness and compassion,” said Judith Ehrenshaft, President of Congregation Shaara Tfille. “We are grateful to our Sisterhood members and everyone who contributed so generously.

Carol Leakakos, Judith Ehrenshaft, Emily Starks, Director of Community Relations (Courtesy of Congregation Shaara Tfille)

23 bags full of essential school supplies were purchased for kids in need. (Courtesy of Congregation Shaara Tfille)

Together, we are helping local children and families while strengthening the bonds within our community.”

Week of August 7 - August 13, 2026

EDUCATION BRIEFS

Dr. Joseph Greco Honored with 2026 Trailblazer Innovation Award Dr. Joseph Greco, Director of Personnel Development for the district, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Trailblazer Innovation Award by ASBO New York. Greco was recognized during ASBO New York’s Annual Awards & Inauguration Celebration, held as part of

the organization’s Education Summit & Expo in Saratoga Springs. The Trailblazer Innovation Award honors school business officials who demonstrate exceptional creativity and innovation in school finance and management through initiatives that positively impact students, schools,

and their communities. Greco was recognized for implementing Saratoga Springs High School’s participatory budgeting initiative, which gives students a direct role in identifying school needs, developing proposals, creating budgets, and voting on projects that improve their learning

Camp Sugar Plum Inspires the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs The Sugar Plum Farm Foundation is helping children discover that their future is limited only by their imagination. This summer, students from ROOTS Academy - formerly Philip Schuyler Achievement Academy, the elementary school attended by Anthony “Tony” Malatino spent their days at Camp Sugar Plum, where they built confidence through hands-on experiences in entrepreneurship, agriculture, leadership, and teamwork. At Camp Sugar Plum, children learn by doing. Campers care for farm animals, develop culinary skills, help operate the Sugar Plum General Store, and launch their first businesses through the camp’s signature Lemonade Wars challenge. Along the way, they develop practical skills in teamwork, problem-solving,

communication, customer service, financial literacy, and leadership skills that extend far beyond the farm. “The Lemonade Wars is about much more than selling lemonade,” said Robin Malatino, founder of The Sugar Plum Farm Foundation. “It’s about giving children the confidence to dream bigger, the courage to try something new, and the opportunity to discover what they’re capable of. Because our campers attend the same elementary school that my late husband, Tony, once attended, their mantra is simple: ‘If Tony could do it, I can do it.’” Malatino added, “We aspire to inspire the next generation. If these children leave believing in themselves just a little more than when they arrived, we’ve accomplished exactly what we set out to do.”

The Sugar Plum Farm Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing transformative educational experiences through agriculture, entrepreneurship, and hands-on learning. By combining meaningful mentorship with real-world experiences, the Foundation empowers children to build confidence, develop lifelong skills, and imagine a future filled with possibility.

environment. The initiative also provides students with hands-on experience in civic engagement by mirroring the local election process through the use of official ballots and voting machines. “Joe is a natural leader,” Assistant Superintendent for Business Bobby Yusko wrote in

his nomination. “A teacher at heart, Joe is always looking to help people learn and is never afraid to jump into something new.” In recognition of the award, ASBO New York will donate $1,500 to the Saratoga Springs City School District to support the district’s participatory budgeting initiative.

Food

Week of August 7 - August 13, 2026

Vegetables Worth Discovering Vegetable Pasta Primavera

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

by Jessica Sforza for Saratoga TODAY Photos Provided

YIELDS: 4-6 servings | PREP & COOK TIME: 55 min

INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market • 12 oz penne or orecchiette • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

ave you ever walked by a stall at the farmers’ market and spotted a funkylooking vegetable you didn’t recognize or know how to use? I know I have— which is why I’m here to shed light on some lesser-known vegetables you may not find at the grocery store. The list of possibilities is endless, and some of our local growers gave me insight on the best ways to use these more overlooked veggies.

To start, tromboncino squash, or zucchetta rampicante, is an Italian heirloom “climbing squash” that can be used during both the summer and winter months. Brian Talmadge of Talmadge’s Vegetables describes it as a “dual-use squash.” When it’s young, you can eat and prepare it just like a zucchini, but when it’s older, it forms a hard shell and resembles more of a butternut squash on the inside. It’s very flexible and works well in pasta dishes, roasted medleys, and hearty soups. Kohlrabi is a member of the Brassica family, making it a cousin of broccoli, cabbage, and kale. When you eat it, it’s almost like biting into a broccoli stem. Lindsay Fisk of Owl Wood Farm has nothing but high praise for the German turnip. Its white,

crispy, juicy interior is delicious raw, chopped, or shredded on a salad. If you have a crudité veggie dip platter, it can be a great addition to that as well. Many recipes also use it as a potato substitute, and it can even be used to make French fries. It may look strange, but it’s very versatile, and Lindsay guarantees that when people try it, they love it! Finally, rainbow chard and escarole are two vegetables that can be interchangeable for something called “Greens and Beans,” which Laurie Kokinda of Kokinda Farm claims the Italians like. A quick, healthy, and cozy one-pan dish made by simmering leafy greens and creamy white beans in a garlicky broth, Greens and Beans traditionally uses escarole as

the base, with other ingredients including cannellini beans, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes. All of the small business owners listed above are selling these produce items right now, so I hope you find some inspiration to become more experimental in your kitchen at home. Who knows? You might make your next favorite meal using one of these ingredients! The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is open Wednesdays, 3–6 PM, and Saturdays, 9 AM–1 PM, at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga, and Mondays, 2–5 PM in Clifton Park. Visit www.saratogafarmersmarket.org to sign up for the weekly newsletter and follow the market on Facebook and Instagram.

• 1 medium tromboncino squash*, cut into ½-inch half-moons (about 4 cups)

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 medium kohlrabi*, peeled and cut into small cubes

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1 bunch rainbow chard*, stems separated and chopped, leaves roughly chopped

• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) • Juice of ½ lemon • ½ cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

• 4 cloves garlic*, minced

• ¼ cup fresh basil*, torn

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

• Reserved pasta water (about ½ cup)

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss the tromboncino squash and kohlrabi with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and lightly browned. 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining. 3. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped chard stems and cook for 2–3 minutes. Stir in the rainbow chard leaves. Cook until just wilted, about 3–4 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes if using. 4. Add the roasted squash and kohlrabi to the skillet. Toss in the cooked pasta. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, and basil. Add a splash or two of the reserved pasta water until the sauce lightly coats the pasta. 5. Top with extra Parmesan, fresh basil, cracked black pepper, and a drizzle of good olive oil. Adapted from the classic Italian-American pasta primavera using seasonal farmers’ market vegetables.

Food

Week of August 7 - August 13, 2026

Delicious

SLICES

Cobb Salad

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Hello my Foodie Friends ! Summer is prime time for fun. Family vacations are in full swing with warm weather to enjoy. Having a picnic with family and friends on a beautiful day can be a time that creates those unforgettable moments and memories that last a life time. Attending a picnic remains one of my favorite things to do during the summer. This stems back to my childhood. As I have mentioned in past articles, I am one of five children. Having two sisters and two brothers always meant that the house was crazy and my mother would do what she could to keep us outdoors. Picnic time was a word that would stir up excitement and anticipation of having our favorite potato and egg salads, hamburgers, hot dogs, and other fabulous items that our family and friends would bring to the picnic. One tool that I continue to use to make some of my favorite picnic dishes is the egg slicer. The egg slicer is a kitchen utensil that is used to cut hardboiled eggs into uniform round slices. This kitchen utensil is typically made of aluminum or stainless steel with wire blades that slice through the egg as it rests in an oval pocket. An egg slicer can be used to create individual slices for sandwiches, salads, canapes, or other similar needs. Even though it is somewhat of a single-purpose tool, I get more use out of a simple egg slicer than just about any other item in my kitchen. Here are a group of common kitchen ingredients that can be used with an egg slicer. Once you realize how easy it is to use the slicer over slicing manually, you’ll have a hard time going back—at least, if you’re slicing a large quantity at once, or small, slippery things like...

Olives

Whether you are team

INGREDIENTS green or black, an egg slicer will make slicing olives for everything from simple salads to pizza toppings effortless. Make sure to place the appointed olive in the center of the slicer and quickly bring the slicing top to hold it securely in place before slicing it, since they can be quite slippery and apt to roll. Slicing a few olives should do the trick for most recipes that call for sliced olives.

Bananas

No classic fruit salad is complete without the addition of sliced bananas. Same goes for banana pancakes. It might be easy enough to slice bananas (even without a cutting board), but having them uniform and cut in a flash is a whole other level of efficiency. This method works best with bananas that are not too ripe: cut a banana in quarters, so each piece can be sliced properly, then center the banana and press the blades down.

Butter

The egg slicer is your weapon of choice for slicing beautiful, picture-perfect pats of butter for your guests. Cut a stick of butter in quarters to make sure each piece can properly be sliced, the center the butter before slicing.

Kiwis

Kiwis are delicious in everything, from fruit tarts to fruit salads, but not always the easiest to cut by hand. Enter the egg slicer. Peel the skin (check out this link for the easiest way

to do it!), cut the kiwis in half, then place each one in the cradle of the slicer to make uniform slices.

Mushrooms

There is nothing better than sliced mushrooms as a pizza topping or grilled alongside a burger with onions. For an easier way to cut an entire mushroom, there is no better kitchen appliance than the egg slicer.

Strawberries

Sliced strawberries are extremely versatile and can go on top of anything, from pancakes to ice cream sundaes. To quickly slice an entire strawberry, center it in the cradle of the slicer; seconds later, you’ll have pretty uniform pieces for all your baking and cooking whims.

Cooked Carrots

Cooked, sliced carrots add a pop of color to many meals, including salads and fried rice.

For the Salad

chives, for garnish

• 6 cups chopped Romaine lettuce, can use a mix of Romaine and watercress

• Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 chicken breasts, grilled and chopped

For the Dressing

• 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped • 4 hard boiled eggs, sliced • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 teaspoons honey

• 2 avocados, sliced

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 4 oz crumbled Roquefort cheese

• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

• 2 tablespoons chopped

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the lettuce in a large bowl or on a large platter. Arrange the chicken, bacon, hard boiled eggs, tomatoes, avocado slices, and crumbled cheese in lines over the greens. Garnish with chives and season with salt and pepper, to taste 2. In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Hot Dogs

Sliced hot dogs have many uses, including being used as toppings on pizza or a great addition to chili. After cooking the hot dogs, let them cool off, then cut them into quarters so they’ll fit into the cradle of the slicer.

Fresh Mozzarella

Whether you are making caprese salad or simply want to add some slices of mozzarella to your salad, slicing fresh mozzarella has never been simpler using an egg slicer. Place the entire ball into the slicer for a quick and painless

Recipe courtesy of beyonddiet.com

way to get uniform slices,

Avocados

You can’t beat sliced avocado on top of a fried egg or chicken tacos. And with the extra assistance of an egg slicer, your avocado slices will be much cleaner than cutting them by hand. Just place an avocado half in the slicer, then cut it in one swoop. Wow, so many uses for a single, versatile kitchen tool!

Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place to pick up the kitchen accessories your culinary needs. Take a slice of happiness with you and have a beautiful backyard outing with your family. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen”.

Take Care, John & Paula

mark your

CALENDAR

This Week’s Events: AUG. 7-13 FRIDAY, AUGUST 7

Used Book Sale

Grand, Gilded and Glorious: A Saratoga Stroll

Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 4 – 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Hosted by The Friends of the Library, the sale will feature a wide selection of gently used books and DVDs for readers of all ages. Whether you’re looking for your next favorite novel, children’s books, mysteries, cookbooks, or movies, there will be plenty of affordable treasures to discover. Proceeds from the sale support the Friends of the Ballston Spa Public Library organization.

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon. A guided walking tour celebrating the rich history, glamour, and legendary stories of Saratoga Springs’ Gilded Age. Tour concludes at the Saratoga Springs History Museum inside the Canfield Casino. Participants should expect walking, standing, and some stairs. Tours run rain or shine. For tickets and information: www.saratogahistory.org.

Summer Ghost Tours Canfield Casino, Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The 90-minute guided tours explore the eerie legends, mysterious encounters, and haunted history connected to one of Saratoga Springs’ most iconic landmarks. Guests will explore the historic rooms and halls of the Canfield Casino while hearing tales of its glamorous past, mysterious reputation, and stories that refuse to rest. For tickets and more information, visit https:// www.saratogahistory.org/ summer-ghost-tours-2026. Tours are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Fairy Homes from Nature Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 3 – 4:30 p.m. Join the Saratoga Springs Public Library to construct a natural fairy house to place in one of our educational gardens by the Welcome Cabin. Includes story time and all the supplies to create your own magical tiny garden home! Please register by calling the library at 518-584-7860 x 305.

One-man Musical – Impersonator Saratoga Children’s Theatre, 615 Maple Ave., Suite 3, Saratoga Springs | 7:30 p.m. Join us for “Impersonator”, a heartfelt, funny, and unforgettable oneman musical that tells Spencer’s incredible story. Through live music, storytelling, and Elvis’s biggest hits, Spencer takes audiences on a deeply personal journey, pulling back the curtain on the world of Elvis tribute artists while sharing his own path of growing up in the spotlight. It’s a moving, entertaining, and completely unique theatrical experience you won’t want to miss. Tickets: ticketsource.com/ spencerboyceproductions/tyzenpaq.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 Saratoga County Voter Hub Saratoga Farmers Market, 112 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will be offering a Voter Information Hub. Residents can register to vote, obtain an Absentee or Early Mail ballot application, make changes to their address or party

enrollment, get information on Early Voting dates and locations, and learn what will be on their ballot in November. The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation. The League does not support or oppose any political party or candidate for public office. Learn more at lwvsaratoga.org.

16th Annual Caboose Day Kings Station 4000 Rt 9N, Greenfield Center | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Town of Greenfield Historical Society event. The Train Station & Caboose will be open for tours. Vendors, bake sale, Greenfield History book, T-shirts, food, and drink will be for sale. A Scavenger Hunt for all ages and kid’s events throughout the day. Many train events are planned. Rain or shine. Also book a train ride from “Corinth Station to Kings” or the Special “Greenfield Flyer” by visiting CorinthTrain. com.

Markets at Round Lake Village Green, 49 Burlington Avenue, Round Lake | 9 – 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come and Celebrate the Makers Revolution and Sustainable Food Movement. We will be showcasing over 75 of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker and Artisanal Specialty Food community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will bring forth the latest talent and hottest trends. Along with the Makers Market you will find a Food Market including food trucks and prepackaged foods, a Book Market, a Tiny Bookmaking Workshop and

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live music! More Information - including a full list of vendors is available at www. MarketsAtRoundLake.com. This is a free event and a fundraiser for the Round Lake Libraries.

Turning Point Festival Fort Hardy Park, Canal St., Schuylerville | 4 – 9:30 p.m. The festival honors those who built this community, what the Battles of Saratoga achieved, when the turning point of the Revolution occurred, where it unfolded across the Hudson River corridor, and why this tradition continues to matter. Festival goers can expect live music, local food vendors, craft and artisan booths, historical displays, family activities, beverages from regional breweries and distilleries, and a fireworks finale over the Hudson River. It’s a full community showcase - part heritage tourism, part summer celebration, and entirely powered by volunteers.

Ballston Area Seniors Monthly Dance Milton Community Center, 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa | 7 - 11 p.m. The dance is open to the public, adults only. There is ample free parking. A donation of $7 per person. Snack and refreshment will be provided, or bring a snack to share, your choice. Dance to the music of the E-Town Express. For more information call 518-490-2851.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 Award Winning Gospel Singer Tammy Renee Middle Grove United Methodist Church, 429 Middle Grove Rd. Middle Grove | 8:30 a.m. Tammy Renee to lead worship. Tammy is an award-winning gospel singer who travels the country on a mission centered in love and connection, encouraging others through uplifting music and heartfelt messages.

Summer Sunday Strolls: Find Me in Congress Park Meet at Congress Spring, covered pavilion on the south

side of E. Congress Street inside Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. Led by local author Patrice Mastrianni, the tour will include interesting facts and folklore. Among the many landmarks located in Congress Park, the tour will include the Spirit of Life and Spencer Trask Memorial. Patrice will share the history of the Trasks and many other fascinating characters who left their mark on Congress Park. Tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Limited to thirty participants. Tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. For additional information or to purchase tickets, call 518587-5030, visit our website, saratogapreservation.org, or email Dianne Winter, Development Director, at dwinter@saratogapreservation. org.

Imaginary Witness: Hollywood and the Holocaust Zoom Discussion | 7 p.m. A virtual panel discussion of the film Imaginary Witness: Hollywood and the Holocaust a 2004 documentary. The film is directed by Daniel Anker and narrated by Gene Hackman. The film examines the treatment of the Holocaust in Hollywood films over a period of 60 years and the impact of the films on public perception and thinking and vice versa. The discussion is sponsored by Temple Sinai of Saratoga Springs and supported by a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York. Watch the film on YouTube before the panel discussion. How to Register Pre-registration is required. Enter the URL in your browser: https://lp.constantcontactpages. com/sl/VnUZBi4/ HollywoodandtheHolocaust.

MONDAY, AUGUST 10 Back to School Fashion Show – Models Needed The Dance Factory Dance Studio, Center Court by

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Fountain, Wilton Mall | 6:30 p.m. Join us for a back-to-school fashion show for girls and boys aged kindergarten through high school. No experience needed, pre-registration to participate is required. Interested children with parents or guardians must register in person. We will provide information on what to wear, answer questions, and do a brief runway practice. This will be a fun and exciting event. A raffle and gift certificates for all participants! The fashion show will be on Monday, August 17 at 6:30 p.m. For more information text Dianne at 518–253–1433.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 MS Support Group By Zoom | 5 p.m. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, August 27, at 11 a.m. by Zoom and in person at SAIL, 51 Glenwood Ave., Queensbury. For questions, please call Lou Ann 518-7939506.

Summer Concert Series – The Rolling Pebbles and The Jazz Pebbles War Memoria in Congress Park, Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Celebrate the future of folk, jazz, and joyful music-making with The Rolling Pebbles and The Jazz Pebbles, two inspiring ensembles from the Caffè Lena School of Music, featuring dedicated young musicians age 10 to 16. Under the guidance of instructors Oona Grady, James Gascoyne, and Matt Griffin, these talented students have grown into a polished band with a deep appreciation for roots, folk, and acoustic traditions. In the event of rain, the concert will move to the covered back garden patio at the Heritage Area Visitor Center located at 297 Broadway.

Society of American Magicians Meeting S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham | 7 p.m. The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets on the second Tuesday of each month. We welcome all people, age 16 and older, with any interest in

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the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or pure entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: www.sam24.synthasite. com.

flowers, candles, homemade breads, cookies, maple products, bounce houses, gift items, pickles, fresh lemonade, bird houses, Saratoga Mobile Library, jewelry, wreaths, woodworking, multiple dinner options, and so much more. Open to the public. Free admission.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12

Upbeat on the Roof Nice Hockey

Live Raptors: Birds of Prey

On the Lawn Outside Tang Museum, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs | 6 p.m. Nice Hockey is a donutfueled indie-pop quartet from Schenectady, featuring Skidmore Psychology professors Dom Vuvan and Harrison Schmitt. The powerpop band was started by Dom and Chad and completed by Harrison and Eric. Their songs are charming and bighearted, with stories about friendship, everyday life, chameleonic vibes, and how to survive the impossible. Before each concert, Tang Art Educators will offer Crafts on the Grass: art-making kits for kids starting at 5:30 pm. A different craft will be available each week. All projects are suitable for children ages 5 and older, with adult supervision recommended. Materials will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Free and open to the public. Experts Next Door: New York’s Great Lost Ballparks Live on Zoom | 7 – 8 p.m. Musician and researcher Bob Carlin joins us to discuss his latest book. New York’s Great Lost Ballparks tells the story of New York playing grounds and ballparks of yesteryear. Organized by region and city, the book includes a complete list of New York’s historic ballparks in an easy-to-read guidebook format. Each listing includes the name and location of the park, the years in operation, the names of the professional clubs that called it their home, the park’s seating capacity, and a “Fun Fact” or two that distinguishes each locale. Bob will discuss some of his favorite discoveries and share more about the great lost ballparks across NYS. Register: www. brooksidemuseum.org.

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 2 p.m. See live birds at the library and learn about their behaviors, adaptations, and different habitat challenges they face. Hosted by Silent Wings Raptors Rehab and Education, a program of the Wildlife Institute of Eastern New York. For all ages, with an adult. 518-371-8622. www. cphlibrary.org.

Chicken and Biscuits Dinner Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: chicken and biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad. Dinner: $15 (cash only).

Ziti Dinner Take-Out Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church, 768 Charlton Rd. Charlton | 4:30 p.m. until sold out. The meal includes ziti, meatballs, salad, Italian bread, and brownie. A vegan option will be available. Cost is $18. Your purchase will help support the needs of animals awaiting adoption at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter. Tickets: Pre-sale at Mail ‘n’ More in Burnt Hills or at the church door on the day of the dinner.

THURSDAY,AUGUST 13 Town of Greenfield Farmer’s Market Middle Grove Town Park, 428 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove | 4 – 7 p.m. Every Thursday! Food trucks, live music, fresh produce, fresh

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Women + Wealth Presented by The SHERO Fund. This full-day event is designed to spark meaningful conversations about the many forms of wealth women create throughout their lives. Through inspiring speakers, engaging discussions, practical takeaways, and intentional networking, we’ll explore how to build lives, careers, businesses, and communities that are both successful and sustainable. Tuesday, August 25, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at Universal Preservation Hall. For more information, visit https:// sherofund.myflodesk.com/ womensequalityday

20th Annual Car and Bike Show On Saturday, August 15, the Clifton Park Elks Lodge will hold their 20th Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show. The Lodge is located at 695 MacElroy Road, Ballston Lake. All years and makes of cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. We will present awards to the top vehicles. Fun, music, 50/50 Raffles, and great food. Come see the contestant vehicles! Contestant entry fee is $20;

Spectators are free. Net proceeds support the NYS Cerebral Palsy Home Services Program and the Elks National Foundation. Registration is from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. and awards at 3:45 p.m. Rain Date is Sunday, August 16. For Information contact Brian Shelton at 518956-1600.

Three Sisters Festival The Saratoga County History Center at Brookside Museum invites the public to the Third Annual Three Sisters Festival: A Celebration of Native American Culture, honoring the rich traditions, history, and heritage of our local indigenous communities. Festival highlights include captivating stories and traditional Native American lore presented by renowned storyteller Joseph Bruchac, Ph.D., an exhibit of Native American crafts and artifacts, and a guided tour of Brookside’s Three Sisters Garden. Visitors can also enjoy a bake sale supporting the museum’s historically themed gardens, as well as freshly popped popcorn and refreshing herbal iced tea. The program will be held at Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Avenue, Ballston Spa, on Sunday, August 16, at 2 p.m. Admission is free, but advance registration is recommended. For more information or to register, call 518-885-4000 or visit BrooksideMuseum.org.

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Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. This Week: Kamikaze, Hara-kiri Kamikaze is Japanese suicide by crashing an aircraft on the enemy, and Hara-kiri is Japanese suicide by slitting the belly. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

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The Intrepid Spy by Aidan Clark Saratoga TODAY

Nowadays you can find Dave Powers sipping white wine on the back porch of The Olde Bryan Inn, a place he bought on a whim back in 1979. But behind the mystique is a story of an old life across the Atlantic Ocean, all revealed in his new book, “The Intrepid Spy.” Powers was a pilot for Pan American World Airways in West Berlin from 1985 through 1991. During his time in Berlin, Powers befriended an old-world aristocrat, Albrecht Graf von Hardenberg. Powers knew him as a Mercades-Benz salesman. But before Powers lived in Berlin, before he met Albrecht, and before Powers received a

2,000-page dossier on his friend by the East German secret police, Powers was 22 years old with a mountain in college loan debt. Like every other American male at the time, Powers received a draft notice in the mail after graduating from college. He fulfilled his military requirement by serving in the Air Force for five and a half years and was deployed in Vietnam during his tenure. Following his military service, Powers started his first stint flying with Pan American out of New York City. After six years in his new career, he was furloughed. Aimless, he decided to move back home to Delmar. “I just didn’t know what to do with myself. I was not doing very well financially,” Powers said.

Right about that time he was driving around Saratoga when he came across an old building for sale by the Veitch family. “I just love the civil war and presidency war era, and I saw that old building and a sign out front said for sale. So, I said geez, I’m going to stop in there, it looks like a beautiful old building.” Upon entering Powers saw the drop-down celling and plaster and lath walls and quickly decided he was not interested; he didn’t have the money for it anyway. But like a lot of things in Power’s life, opportunities arose over a cold beer and a conversation. Veitch and Powers bonded over familiar family friends and American history that evening. After a while, Veitch convinced Powers to take a look at the attic. “It was the most incredible moment of my life. When I got my head up, I saw the original walls, I could see the beams, the mortis and tenons. And I remember shouting down, ‘You know you’ve got some fireplaces.’” ‘No, I don’t,’ replied Veitch. ‘You got three fireplaces. I can see the chimneys up here.’ I was interested right away,” recalled Powers. Naturally Powers dialed up his friend from Broad-Albin and convinced him to partner with him in buying the historic building with the vision of opening The Olde Bryan Inn. So, Powers embarked on tearing down the interior to reveal the

original wooden structure, which dates back to the 18th century. There was just one problem: Dave Powers knew nothing about running a restaurant. “About four months into this I was messing it up so bad, and this little fanny rooster comes up to me one day, Steve Sullivan, hand on his hip and says: ‘Mr. Powers, you don’t know what you’re doing, do you?’ And I said, ‘No I don’t.’ After about two days of him lecturing me, I said, ‘ why don’t you take over as manager?’” At this point Powers was recalled back to Pan American and was appointed to work in Berlin. So, Powers proposed a deal with Sullivan; he would run the Olde Bryan Inn while Powers flew in Berlin. In exchange, Sullivan would obtain ownership in the business. Sullivan agreed, and Powers went over to Berlin. Albrecht grew up in what was then East Germany, on his family’s multiple estates. The onset of Hitler’s rise to power saw the German government seize land and money from the aristocratic class. However, the Nazi government could not capture land owned in foreign countries. Therefore, Albrecht’s father bought 8,000 acers in Denmark, far away from the imminent Nazi regime. During Powers’ time in West Berlin, Albrecht obtained a visa to East Berlin to write a travel book for West Berliners who hoped to one day be able to

return to the East. This got the attention of the East German government. Stasi spy, Colonel Klaus Braun, was appointed to investigate Albrecht’s agenda. “Going back to the question I knew everybody was going to ask, Was he really a spy? I don’t know,” professed Powers. “But there’s certain things that led me to believe he was. For example, the day the wall came down, he disappeared for about two weeks. And his wife didn’t tell me where he was. Why? I mean I was his best friend in Germany.” Albrecht passed away in 2010. When Powers returned to Berlin for his funeral, he was met with a different landscape. The wall that had separated a generation had disintegrated, and with it the network of international operatives and black-market profiteers it created. Friends old and new were waiting to ambush Powers upon his decent into Berlin to mourn his late friend. All in search of answers. Who was Albrecht Graf von Hardenberg? Why was Albrecht writing a travel book to communist East Berlin? And to whom had the deed to the 8,000 acers in Denmark gone? Pick up a copy of “The Intrepid Spy” at the Olde Bryan Inn at 123 Maple Ave to find out. All proceeds from the book will go towards the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, which provides mortgage-free homes, specially adapted smart homes, and comprehensive housing services to wounded veterans, Gold Star families, fallen first responders, and homeless veterans.

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Short Film “Angels Among Us” Donated to Equine-Assisted Programs Nationwide as a Free Fundraising and Awareness Resource The filmmakers behind “Angels Among Us”, a new 26-minute short film about the healing power of Thoroughbred horses, have announced that the film will be released free on YouTube and donated to equineassisted programs and nonprofit organizations as a resource for education, awareness, community outreach, and fundraising. Beginning Saturday, August 8, at 6:00 p.m., “Angels Among Us” will be available for free on

YouTube, telling the inspiring stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed through equine-assisted programs while highlighting the extraordinary bond between humans and Thoroughbred horses. The movie can be viewed at, https://tinyurl. com/AngelsAmongUsMovie. Rather than pursuing a traditional distribution model, the filmmakers chose to make the film freely available after its online premiere

Saratoga Regional YMCA Invites Community to Participate in Time Capsule Project As the Saratoga Regional YMCA (SRYMCA) celebrates its 160th Anniversary, the organization is inviting members, volunteers, staff, alumni, and community supporters to become part of history by contributing to a special 160th Anniversary Time Capsule. The Time Capsule will be sealed at a ceremony on Wednesday, August 26 at 10 a.m. at the Saratoga Springs YMCA. The time capsule project is designed to capture and preserve the memories, achievements, stories, photographs, messages, and community spirit that have defined the YMCA for generations. Contributions will help tell the story of the YMCA’s impact on individuals, families, and communities throughout its 160-year history and create a lasting legacy for future generations. Community members are encouraged to submit personal memories and stories, photographs, letters and messages to the future, YMCA achievements and milestones, mementos that reflect YMCA experiences, and other items that celebrate the YMCA’s history and community impact. As part of the celebration, the SRYMCA is also hosting a Time Capsule Art Contest,

inviting community members to create and submit original, two-dimensional YMCAinspired artwork that shows how the Y has impacted their lives. One winning piece from each age group will be selected for inclusion in the time capsule (Ages 0-7, Ages 8-13, Ages 14-17, Ages 18+). Time capsule submissions will be accepted through August 20. Submissions may be dropped off at any Saratoga Regional YMCA branch location: Battenkill YMCA, Corinth Branch YMCA, Glens Falls Branch YMCA, Malta Branch YMCA, Saratoga Springs Branch YMCA, Wilton Branch YMCA. Items may also be mailed to: Saratoga Regional YMCA, Attn: Marketing Department, 290 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Stories and photographs can also be submitted online at srymca.org. “Over the past 160 years, countless individuals and families have built lifelong memories at the YMCA,” said Allison D’Antonio, Saratoga Regional YMCA Chief Executive Officer. “This time capsule gives our community an opportunity to share those experiences, celebrate our collective history, and leave a meaningful message for future generations.”

so organizations can use it to introduce new audiences to their missions, engage supporters, host community screenings, educate volunteers and donors, and inspire charitable giving. “If this film helps even one organization reach new supporters or one person discover the healing that horses can provide, then it has accomplished exactly what we hoped,” said Executive Producer Jay Hanley. Directed and produced

by Saratoga-based filmmaker John Wager, Angels Among Us celebrates the work of equineassisted programs and the people whose lives have been changed through their services. The filmmakers hope the film will serve as a lasting resource for therapeutic riding centers, veterans organizations, healthcare providers, schools, and nonprofits seeking to raise awareness of the impact horses have on physical, emotional,

and mental well-being. “Every person we met while making “Angels Among Us” reminded us that healing often comes in unexpected ways,” said Wager. “We hope this film shines a light on the extraordinary work of equine-assisted programs and helps them reach new audiences, inspire new supporters, and ultimately change even more lives through the remarkable bond between humans and Thoroughbred horses.”

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LEGALS Notice of Formation of Essential Skills, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on April 15, 2026. 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: 378 NY Route-423, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17818 Notice of Formation of DUFORT INTERIORS LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/27/2026. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 13 Bridlewood Loop, Rexford, NY, 12148. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17651 Notice of Formation of Pure Slate LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/23/2026 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: 757 Carlton Road, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17654 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: The name of the limited liability company is: 35 Austin Pond, LLC (the “Company”). The date of filing of the Articles of Organization of the Company

with the Secretary of State was April 27, 2026. The county in which the principal place of business of the Company shall be located is Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the Company upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the Company to 35 Austin Pond LLC, c/o Jon Leonard. 63 Duplainville Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The purpose of the business of the Company is any lawful business purpose. 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/2026. 17655 Notice of Formation of Concorida Group, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on May 26, 2026. 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: PO Box 2302 Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026.17656 Notice of formation of RIVUS DESIGNS LLC Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 06/20/2023. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process to the limited liability company is RIVUS DESIGNS LLC 14 CANNON CT., MECHANICVILLE, NY 12118. Company is organized for ANY LAWFUL PURPOSE.

7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17657 Notice of Formation of The Main Collective LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/03/2026. 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: 217 Elm Street Saratoga Springs NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17658 Notice of Formation of Solid Ground Home Inspections, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/18/2026. 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: 43 Jaipur Ln, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17661 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: WEBB AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT SERVICES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 26, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to: WEBB AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT SERVICES LLC, c/o Joshua Webb, 23 Greenlea Drive, Clifton Park, NY 12065. No registered agent. Purpose: for all legal purposes. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17,

7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17676 Notice of formation of KYLIE M MCKEIGHAN, LMHC, PLCC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 06/11/2026. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at 36 Wagon Wheel Trl, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17678 Notice of formation of VIVIAN SALVADOR BLANCO NURSE PRACTITIONER IN PSYCHIATRY, PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 06/23/2026. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Schenectady. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at 1947 Hillside Ave Schenectady, NY 12309. Company is organized for any lawful purpose. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2026. 17677 Notice of Formation of The Town Social, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 4/20/2026 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: 26 F Congress St. PMB 335 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17699 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: Besa Cleaning Co. LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 23, 2026. 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 39 Weston Drive Clifton Park, NY. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17711 Notice of Formation of DBR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/26/2026. 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: 30 Gates Avenue, Apt. B, Victory Mills, NY 12884. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17729 Notice of formation of Horse Racing Kings, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on July 1, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: James Hakewill, 11 Primrose Circle, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. The purpose is to perform any lawful act or

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activity. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17734 Notice of Formation of THE SARATOGA CONNECTION CO. LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/30/2026. 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 Pamela Ln., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17730 Notice of Formation of HOUSE OF PALOMINO LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/30/2026. 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: 418 Broadway, STE R, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17732 Notice of Filing of Application of Authority in New York by One Connect, LLC, Application of Authority filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on July 13, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at 1110 81st Street, South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33707. Purpose: any lawful activity. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17741 Notice of Formation of ASHLEYHUDY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/06/2026 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: 68 Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs, NY 12886. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17736 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY - The name of the LLC is KBJ Partners LLC. The Articles of Organization were filed with the NY Secretary of State on 7/2/26. The LLC office is located in Saratoga County. The NY Secretary of State is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served, and the address a copy shall be mailed is 12 Arbor Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065. The LLC is managed by a member. The purpose of the LLC is any lawful business. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2026. 17742 Notice of Formation of JL FARM AND TACK LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/14/2026. 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: 4702 Sacandaga Rd., Galway, NY 12074. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17753 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Oakshire One LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on July 2, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. Street address: 113 Canal Road, Clifton Park, New York 12065. 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 Oakshire One LLC at 113 Canal Road, Clifton Park, New York, United States 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17760 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Oakshire Holding LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on July 2, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. Street address: 113 Canal Road, Clifton Park, New York 12065. 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

Oakshire Holding LLC at 113 Canal Road, Clifton Park, New York, United States 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17761 Notice of Formation of CORE ESSENCE COACHING LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/16/2026 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: 198 NORTHERN PINES ROAD GANSEVOORT NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17768 Notice of registration of BE Design Studio, LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/16/2026. 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: c/o 3H Legal Services, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17774 Notice of Formation of L’Ardeen Crafts LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/15/2026 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: 196 Arrowwood Place Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17775 Notice of Formation of Northern Lake George Boat Tours LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 2/18/2026. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 31 Midline Road, Ballston Lake, NY 12019. Purpose: Boat Tours in Hague on Lake George. 7/24, 7/31,

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17773 Notice of registration of Saratoga Compliance Solutions, LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/13/2026. 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: c/o 3H Legal Services, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17777 Notice of registration of Saratoga Insurance Solutions, LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 05/13/2026. 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: c/o 3H Legal Services, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17778 Notice of Formation of ZNHQ VENTURES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/19/2026. 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: 12 TEAKWOOD DR, CLIFTON PARK, NY, 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17782 Notice of Formation of HALLENBECK SECURITY SERVICES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 03/20/2025 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: PO Box 32, Round Lake, NY 12151. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2026. 17787 Notice of Formation of DCG Hospitality Management,

LLC, Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on July 20, 2026. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC at c/o 800 Route 146, Ste 240, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: any lawful activity. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17785 Packett Tape & Supply LLC filed w/ SSNY 7/9/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to Accumera LLC, 911 Central Ave, #101, Albany, NY 12206. Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17800 C&C Insulation & Supply LLC filed w/ SSNY 7/9/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to Accumera LLC, 911 Central Ave, #101, Albany, NY 12206 Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17801 Impact Firing Technologies, LLC filed w/ SSNY 7/13/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to the LLC, 100 Castleberry Ct, Unit 318, Milford, OH 45150. Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17802 Remark Pitts LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/15/26. Office in Saratoga Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 12 Fire Rd., Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: General. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17804 Notice of Formation of Moreau Web LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/14/26. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 39 Oak View Dr, Fort Edward, NY 12828. Purpose: Any lawful activity. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17803 Notice of Formation of PRIVATO LLC. Articles of

26 Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/25/2026. 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 registered agent: LEGALZOOM USCA, INC. Suite 238, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17812 Notice of Formation of Gib’s Garage LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/25/2026. 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: 33 Phillips Rd, Stillwater, NY 12170. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17819 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: SaraBel Properties LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 7/17/2026. 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, 9 Prospect Dr., Saratoga Spring, NY 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17811 Notice of Formation of 1 Halyard Court LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 06/09/2017. 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: 429 Cherry St, Apt. 10, Newton, MA 02465 . Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17814 Notice of Formation of CVIEW MOBILE MEDIA LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/01/2026.

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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: 20 Oakwood Blvd, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17815 Notice of Formation of Limited Liability Company. NAME: BGS FINE FINISH, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/25/2026. 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 at: 28 Oak Brook Commons, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17826 Notice of Formation of a Professional Limited Liability Company. Name: Amanda Smith NP IN PSYCHIATRY, PLLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/06/2026. Office Location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to the PLLC: 9 Grey Birch Trail, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2026. 17827 Viking RE Holding LLC filed w/ SSNY 7/21/26. Off. in Saratoga Co. Process served to SSNY - desig. as agt. of LLC & mailed to the LLC, 12 Enterprise Ave, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026.17855 Notice of Formation of Toe of Ledges, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/24/2026. Office location: 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: 3790 Albatross Street, San

Diego, CA 92103. Purpose: Any lawful purpose 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17854 Notice is hereby given that a license, number NA-0343-26205687 for beer, wine, cider and liquor has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine, cider and liquor at retail in a hotel under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 3368 S Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, Saratoga County 12866 for on premises consumption. TOGA Hotel, LLC & MCMC2 LLC Homewood Suites Saratoga Springs 08/07, 08/14/2026, 17860 Notice of Formation of ABSOLUTE STABLES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/05/2023. Office location: 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: 1342 Route 9P Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17865 Notice of Formation of ABSOLUTE STABLES 2 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 04/22/2024. Office location: 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: 1342 Route 9P Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17866 Notice of Formation of ABSOLUTE STABLES 3 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 04/12/2025. Office location: 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: 1342 Route 9P Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28,

9/4, 9/11/2026. 17867 Notice of Formation of ABSOLUTE STABLES 4 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/20/2025. Office location: 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: 1342 Route 9P Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17868 Notice of Formation of ABSOLUTE STABLES 5 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/02/2026. Office location: 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: 1342 Route 9P Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17869 Notice of Formation of Golden Birch LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/07/2026. Office location: 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: 204 Patriot Hill Drive, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17880 Notice of formation of Arttex Group, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York State Dept. of State on 06/23/2026. The County within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is located in is Schenectady. The Secretary of State is designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is to the limited liability company at 4 Emma Lane Ste 402, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Company is organized for any lawful

purpose. 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/2026. 17885

PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE TO BIDDERS (New opening date) The Department of Central Services will receive sealed bids in person or electronically through the Empire State Purchasing Website until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for Standby Diesel Generators and Transfer Switches, as per specification 26-SDGEN-1. Bid forms and instructions are available at the Department of Central Services, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone - 518-885-2210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www. empirestatebidsystem.com) Saratoga County, through its Department of Central Services, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids. JOHN T. WARMT Director of Purchasing Saratoga County 08/07/2026, 17895 2027 SLPID Budget Public Hearing Notice Notice of a Public Hearing on the Proposed 2027 Budget for the Saratoga Lake Protection and Improvement District (SLPID). LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York and pursuant to a motion of the Saratoga Lake Protection and Improvement District Board of Commissioners, THE SARATOGA LAKE PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (SLPID), COUNTY OF SARATOGA, STATE OF NEW YORK will hold a public hearing on the SLPID 2027 PRELIMINARY BUDGET. This public hearing will take place on the 20th day of August 2026 at 3:00 p.m., in the Town of Malta public board room, Malta Town Hall, 2540 Route 9, County of Saratoga, State of New York. Any person may be heard in favor of or against the budget or for or against any item or items therein contained. 08/07/2026, 17858

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The Redcoat Leader: Herald of the Post Parade by Bill Orzell

for Saratoga TODAY The outrider is an important functionary at any racetrack, and especially so at the oldest of them all, Saratoga. These mounted officials are tasked with ensuring the safety of thoroughbred horses and their jockeys, who assist in leading the entries from the paddock to the starting post, and quickly responding to catch a loose horse. In Saratoga’s storied past, an outrider named Alexander Murray was part of the coterie that arrived each summer to conduct racing at the Spa. He was from Hamilton, Ontario and had spent part of his youth in England where horses and riding were a large part of his development. He won his first race on the local track at age 14, leading to a professional career, as both an exercise rider and jockey. Young Murray displayed a distinct empathy for the horse, and developed a specialty in galloping bad-tempered horses in the mornings, skittish juveniles and moody fillies and mares. He realized as a youth that there is always a reason for a horse’s bad temper, and a cure

for it, whether it be altering equipment or manner. Jockey Murray’s riding opportunities came mostly on bush tracks and the wide range of county fairs that featured horse racing, and in Florida, New Orleans and Cuba during the winter. He would frequently travel between tracks on a bicycle, keeping jockey fit along the way. A nagging riding injury in 1916 forced him to appeal to management at New Orleans to let him lead the two-year-olds to the post, and he did so well that he was asked to also handle the sulky and savage horses as well. Famous London tailor Thomas Pinque designed a garment to be worn by mounted hunters, which is still referred to as “riding pinks” even though this style coat is scarlet in color, and reserved for the master of the fox hounds. Mr. Murray adopted this classic frock coat along with a black velvet huntcap, white breeches and shiny boots when he was engaged by the Saratoga Association to be the herald of the post parade, and would become known henceforth by popular proclamation

as “Redcoat” Murray. When a nervous thoroughbred was uncomfortable having tack installed in the paddock, Redcoat Murray was summoned to bring his pony. This often times relaxed the balky horse, while he extended helpful advice and caused them to take a deep breath, as he had made an exhaustive study of bad-acting horses. The wiry little chap in huntsman’s livery, who led the parade to the post would position himself fifteen yards beyond the starters, and further impressed fans with the way he could catch runaways, his horsemanship outdoing the best trick riding of rodeo stars. In the many decades before the conception of the Breeder’s Cup, the Belmont Futurity was an exclusive race that measured breeding quality and offered the largest purse in the nation. In the 1918 edition of this juvenile challenge, a chestnut colt Dunboyne broke away from the post twice, each time apprehended and returned by Redcoat Murray, eventually winning the race. In 1925, though, he came out of retirement when Max Hirsch could find no jockey to properly

Epinard, Everett Haynes up, the author believes Redcoat Murray is leading the post parade (Courtesy of Keeneland Library Cook Collection)

handle Devastation. Murray won with him at New Orleans, the first time out, then went to Cuba to ride eight winners. In Saratoga’s Green Island Stakes of 1929, a three-year-old named Seabright bolted during the parade, threw jockey Tony Pascuma to the turf, galloped past Redcoat Murray and raced two turns of the track before he was captured. Redcoat finally grabbed the blinkers, as the horse had lost his bridle, and brought the recalcitrant nag back down the stretch to the barrier. In mid-August 1932, a twoyear-old bay colt named Blarney Castle, carrying the purple and gold of Mrs. W. E. Martin, appeared particularly anxious to get going when he started for the post. He tossed Jockey Leischmann over his neck and roared out of the track via the Nelson Avenue gate. Redcoat Murray pursued the runaway up Nelson Avenue as far as Union Avenue, where he gave up

the chase for the sake of those in their front yards, and pedestrians and motorists on the street, panicking at the clatter of horses’ hoofs. Redcoat cantered back to the track, and Blarney Castle may have been the only horse he failed to capture. The juvenile tired out and stopped on the Schuylerville Road, about five miles from the track. Redcoat Murray would continue as an outrider at Saratoga and at the Metropolitan tracks into the 1940s, training his successor, Ken Force. A slipped saddle resulted in a fall at Aqueduct during September 1941, which convinced the Redcoat leader that this was a position for younger folks and it was his time to retire. He returned to Hamilton, where he passed away in 1953. In 1939 Redcoat Murray told turf writer Frank Graham of the New York Sun, “There never was a man that loved horses more than I do. And I never saw a horse I couldn’t handle just by being nice.”

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Todd Pletcher has a Big Day, John Velazquez Hits a Milestone, Travers Stakes Finds Two Starters

by William G. Gotimer, Jr. for Saratoga TODAY And then the rains came. Saratoga Race Course saw a rare cancellation last week as the area saw a near biblical rainstorm that made racing impossible early in the week. The New York Racing Association called several common-sense audibles and saved the affected races by altering their running dates and the weekend racing proved a large success. The week again saw human and equine stars shine with Todd Pletcher winning five races on Saturday including, the featured Jim Dandy with his stretch running colt – Renegade. Pletcher is honing in on 6,000 lifetime wins and his five victories proved popular with the huge entourage accompanying Renegade partowner Mike Repole (who, for good measure, won a few other races on the Saturday undercard). It appears Renegade will move onto the Travers Stakes on

August 29th as will Sea Strike who won the junior Travers prep – the Curlin Stakes - on Sunday. Both looked good in victory and figure to bolster the Travers field. For those that appreciate turning back time two decades or so, it was a familiar feeling on Friday when Todd Pletcher and John Velazquez teamed up to score with front running Local Knowledge in the Amsterdam Stakes. The victory was notable as it was Velazquez’s 800th Graded Stakes win, a remarkable accomplishment combining talent and longevity. Congratulations.

Strange Doings

Saturday’s card saw jockey Edgard Zayas suffer an injury late in the card forcing him off his remaining mounts. It was reported that this resulted in a late scratch in the final race of the card when a substitute rider could not be found for his mount Serenique. In the past The New York Racing Association would guard against this situation by employing a “house rider” to act as an “understudy” (to use a Broadway term) ready and willing to ride, if needed, allowing the field to remain intact. The rider would be paid the minimum jockey fee ($125) for the availability. I seem to remember riders Lee Moon and Filiberto Leon acting in this capacity at times. The expense involved with such a practice would seem small compared to the lost mutuel handle and owner/trainer inconvenience prevented and is a practice that should again be discussed between

management and the NYTHA.

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Effort needs to be put into the on-track audio feed which has become disjointed. Two adjustments would be helpful – limiting the television feed audio to the paddock analysis and greatly reducing or eliminating the volume of the race call when the race replays are shown. The audio situation needs to be uniform rather than distracting

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Sunday marked the 40th Anniversary of the infamous Allemeuse disqualification at Saratoga. If you were there you know – if you were there and still in the game – be grateful. Time flies.

Mike Venezia Memorial Award- Nick Sanatagata.

The 2026 Mike Venezia Memorial Award was presented to this year’s recipient, former rider and current jockey’s valet Nick Sanatgata on Sunday. The award is named in honor of jockey Mike Venezia who tragically succumbed to injuries suffered in a spill at Belmont Park in 1988. Each year the award is presented to a jockey who evidences the sportsmanship and citizenship that personified Mike Venezia. The award honors Venezia’s legacy

of charitable works and accomplishments off the track in supporting those in need. He is widely remembered as a mentor to younger riders while serving as the President of the Jockeys’ Guild. The Venezia family has remained active in racing (his daughter Alison McGowan and her husband Jim run Ternary Farm in Cambridge, New York) and they turned out in force to mark the occasion. Venezia’s wife Helena presented the award to Santagata emphasizing how Santagata’s efforts in mentoring younger riders were particularly emblematic of her late husband’s caring and helpful nature towards other riders and those in need. The Venezia family has always been proud of the late Venezia’s work and efforts with other riders and Santagata, as a continuing presence in that room for multiple decades, makes him a most worthy recipient. Santagata, for his part, humbly emphasized that the day was about Venezia and his legacy, not him, but he was clearly touched by the recognition of his impact on the industry. The winner’s circle ceremony was jammed with friends, family and the current jockey colony and Richard Migliore’s understated and respectful introduction let the

dignified nature of the event speak for itself. I have been to enough awards ceremonies, in racing and elsewhere, to clearly recognize when an award recipient is celebrated as worthy by his peers and students. This was most definitely the case on Sunday. Venezia and Santagata, both from Brooklyn, New York, represent the best of New York’s most storied borough and now are linked through the award.

Live music in SaratogaKiah Saxe

Top line professional music fills the Saratoga Performing Arts Center each year but live music in bars and downtown clubs has been a staple of the racing season for a century. The quality varies (which is what makes it fun). One high-energy crowdpleasing band is The Hey Nows. The Hudson Valley-based band led by vocalist Paul Serrao returns to Saratoga again this year with their extraordinary young female vocalist – Kiah Saxe from New Paltz. While the young crowd at The Ice House, in the Saratoga “Gut”, appreciates their energetic performances and Ms. Saxe’s powerful voice the older generation(s) is/are welcome as well. They appear Whitney Weekend August 7th and 8th.

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From the Dairy Farm to the Racetrack … and to the Breeding Farm After working as an assistant trainer around outstanding horses, including a two-time Horse of the Year, Seth Gregory continues to build on his Innisfree Farm in Galway

Written & Photographed by Tony Podlaski for Saratoga TODAY Seth Gregory has worked with many elite Thoroughbred horses through horse racing’s respectable trainers. Now, for more than a decade, he has taken

that experience to breeding successful horses. Since starting as an assistant to Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, Gregory has evolved into a breeder with his Innisfree Farm in Galway. In 2013, he bought the 65-acre farm that crosses over Galway Road and named it after his favorite poem “The Lake Isle of Innisfree” by William Butler Yeats. “I always wanted to be around the Saratoga area,” he said. “I think it was a six-year search to find something that fit my needs and my wallet.” Growing up in Garrattsville, about 20 miles west of Cooperstown, the 53-year-old Gregory never wanted to follow the family’s dairy farm business. However, after graduating from high school, he still wanted to work with animals, especially

horses. With a Clark Foundation Scholarship given to seniors in the Leatherstocking Region, Gregory attended college for a year. Yet, he wanted an outsidethe-classroom education at the racetrack and the breeding farm. “I wanted nothing to do with dairy farming,” Gregory said. “I always had horses. My original plan for life was to probably go to Kentucky to manage a farm, but I wanted to see the racetrack before I did that.” After graduating from Cornell with a bachelor’s degree in animal science in 1995, Gregory joined Mott’s barn after meeting him at Allen Paulson’s Brookside Farm in Versailles, Ky. During his time with Mott, he worked with many multiple Grade 1 winners that included Lassigny, Northern Emerald, and King’s Theater. Though, one of Gregory’s more memorable moments came with two-time Horse of the Year, Cigar, whom he groomed during their time at the Dubai World Cup. “I got bit by the racetrack bug. It was absolutely amazing,” Gregory said. “He’s a super, nice horse and great to be around. You couldn’t ask for more. I was

blessed to be there at the time of Cigar and lucky enough to end up going with him to Dubai.” Gregory then spent a decade working for Mark Hennig by handling another accomplished group of runners such as Grade 1 King’s Bishop winner Gygistar, three-time Grade 1 winner Raging Fever, and multiple graded stakes winners Gold Mover, With Ability, and Biding Time. Gregory also worked for Tom Albertrani, who trained several horses for the Godolphin and Darley group. Still working at the racetrack, Gregory became involved in breeding horses with a mare who was also his first winner as an assistant trainer under Hennig: Won Perfect Rose. Shortly after getting transferred to John Campo’s barn, Won Perfect Rose suffered a careerending injury as Gregory found an opportunity. “The injury was bad,” Gregory said. “Basically, our owner’s bloodstock advisor said to find her a home somewhere in New York.” That home was his family’s dairy farm. “I talked to my parents (Henry and Connie Elizabeth)

and they let me send her home,” he said. “She was my start in the breeding business.” With graded stakes winner Spinal Tap as the sire, Won Perfect Rose produced Won Dozen Roses, Gregory’s first horse that initially ran under his father’s name as she won 7-of-25 races. Won Perfect Rose’s more successful progeny was Gold and Roses, who won 10-of-45 races, including the New York Stallion Stakes in 2005 and back-to-back editions of the John Morrissey Stakes at Saratoga Race Course, while earning $877,966 for Henry Gregory. Seth Gregory reinvested some earnings from Gold and Roses into another mare: Road to Mandalay. He purchased Road to Mandalay, who was in foal to two-time Grade 1 winner Aptitude, for $25,000 at the Keeneland Association Breeding Sales in November 2005. Shortly after that sale, Road to Mandalay delivered La Concerto, who was later purchased for $110,000 in February 2008 before winning 8-of-18 races. After producing nine other winners, she stands retired at Innisfree Farm. Continues on Next Page

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“She has been a wonderful asset,” Gregory said. “She just had beautiful babies that always sold very, very well. She’s still at the farm. She’s retired and enjoying her life.” One of Road to Mandalay’s progeny may be following a similar breeding trend around Gergory’s farm: the 14-yearold mare Sonora, who won six races – all sprints – in 46 career starts. Michael Anthony Ferraro sold the mare back to Gregory shortly after her last race in March 2019. After Sonora lost her first goal, her next one has shown some promise: Unlock the Value, an impressive 9½-length winner in her first start at Saratoga Race Course on July 30. Once Unlock the Value left Gregory’s farm, bloodstock agent Mike Ryan purchased her for $50,000 for Klaravich Stables at the Fasig-Tipton Kentucky Fall Yearling Sales in Keeneland in October 2024. A few months later, the unraced filly was sent to Chad Brown’s stable at Monmouth Park where she posted consistent workouts until August 2025, then was turned out for the rest of the year. She started training again in February at Fair Hill before coming to Saratoga in May for

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a couple of months, then was sent to Monmouth Park until her debut. “I’m very glad that Chad was so patient with her,” Gregory said. “She had a layoff and then they gave her plenty of time and got her back in very, very good order. She’s just a pretty filly and has done everything right.” Along with producing Unlock the Value, Sonora has bred an unnamed 2-year-old filly by Vekoma who sold for $400,000 at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales in June, a yearling colt by New York-bred Horse of the Year Americanrevolution, and a foal colt by Messier who was born on May 5. Sonora and Road to Mandalay are just two of the 20 horses at the Innisfree Farm. Gregory also has 2021 New York Oaks winner A Bit o’ Irish Sass, Hey Mama, and some playful yearlings. Beyond his breeding farm, Gregory, who was once a wine distributor throughout the Hudson Valley region, also assists his wife Kiley’s wine and spirit store since 2018. From grooming a two-time Horse of the Year on the international stage to breeding potential runners at his own farm, Gregory has built a career that he imagined after deciding that dairy farming was not for him.

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“Seth Gregory with his unnamed yearlings at Innisfree Farm in Galway”

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New Thoroughbred Randi Morris Wins Silver Championship Series Includes Saratoga Springs by Aidan Clark Saratoga TODAY

On Monday, August 3rd the New York Racing Association (NYRA) and Churchill Downs Incorporated announced the formation of the “Thoroughbred Championship Series.” A new season-long championship for 3-year-olds that will include six races across Saratoga Race Course, Belmont Park, and Churchill Downs Racetrack. The inaugural season commences next year in 2027 which includes the Kentucky Derby and newly created Championship Race at the Churchill Downs Race Track, the Belmont Stakes and Matt Winn Stakes at Belmont Park, and the Jim Dandy Stakes and Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. This season-long championship is the first of its kind in horse racing, targeted at a younger generation of sports fans according to Churchill Downs Incorporated CEO Bill Carstanjen. “Today’s fans experience sports differently than they did a decade ago. They want stories that unfold over time. They want rivalries, standings, and meaningful competition that builds from one event to the next. They want a championship they can follow throughout an entire season, and they want to see a champion crowned each year to celebrate.” The Thoroughbred Championship Series aims to provide enticing storylines for

fans; and a five-million-dollar prize pool to incentivize owners and trainers to participate. This new championship series puts Saratoga in the spotlight of it all, using the Jim Dandy Stakes and Travers Stakes amid a larger championship. Notably the Preakness, the second Stake in the racing calendar for the Tripple Crown is excluded from the Thoroughbred Championship Series. Churchill Downs Incorporated tried to purchase the rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes last month. However, the former owner of both Stakes, 1/ ST Maryland LLC had a deal that Maryland could match any offer to buy the rights, and that’s exactly what they did. The Maryland Economic Development Corporation finalized the rights of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes for 85 million dollars. This came less than a week before NYRA and Churchill Downs Inc. announced the formation of the Thoroughbred Championship Series. Time will tell if the Thoroughbred Championship Series establishes itself with the same prestige as the Tripple Crown, or if it will captivate a younger demographic. As for Saratoga Race Course, each race in the series will be nationally broadcasted, furthering its reputation as a worldwide destination for premier horse racing.

Randi Morris throws opponent, blue uniform (Courtesy of Roy Nanjo)

Ft. Lauderdale, FL— Burnt Hills High School Sophomore, Randi Morris from the Jason Morris Judo Center took a silver medal in the 70kg under 18 division at the Jr. US Open held at

the Broward County Convention Center on Sunday, July 26. Randi is the daughter of Olympic Silver Medalist, Jason Morris and Teri Takemori who was down there to coach

Randi. This win was a sweet birthday present for Teri as she celebrated in Florida. Randi also moved up a category and took fifth place in the 70kg under 21 division.

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Saratoga’s First Annual Chocolate Milk Mile

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A Loss of Sight, Never a Loss of Vision by Aidan Clark Saratoga TODAY

(Runners Starting their Chocolate Milk Mile)

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Despite the sweltering August heat, runners of all ages lined up at noon to participate in the first annual chocolate milk mile on the track of Saratoga Spring’s High School last Saturday. All proceeds went towards the Saratoga Springs City School District boys and girls cross-country programs. Organizer and Saratoga High School alum, Cole Harris, had participated in a chocolate milk mile in high school, but was disappointed to see it

discontinued when he went away to college. “I think it’s a really cool event for the community and I’m happy to bring it back to the area,” said Harris. All the chocolate milk for the fundraiser was donated by Stewarts shops. Participants drank 12 ounces of chocolate milk every time around the track, four times. Harris hopes to make the Saratoga chocolate milk mile a tradition.

Mixed in among the various summer camps on Skidmore’s campus last week was Camp Abilities Saratoga, a weeklong sleep away camp for the blind and visually impaired. This year, 15 campers were paired one-toone with a coach, many of whom are former campers themselves. Camp abilities Saratoga is a service project of the Saratoga Lion’s Club which started in 2013. The camp is modeled after the original Camp Abilities Brockport, founded by Brockport Professor, Dr. Lauren J. Lieberman in 1996. Currently there are 29 other camp abilities around the county and the world. The camp welcomes kids aged 10 through 16 to stay on Skidmore’s campus from August 1st through the 8th. Activities include ice skating, tandem biking, baseball, bowling, soccer, and tennis. “The goal is to work on their confidence, selfesteem, and learn to advocate for themselves,” said Camp Abilities Saratoga Vice

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Camp Abilities Saratoga Campers and Coaches Tandem Biking (Courtesy of Aidan Clark)

Camp Abilities Saratoga Campers Learning Baseball (Courtesy of Aidan Clark)

President, John McDonald. “Lots of times in their school districts they may be the only child that’s blind or visually impaired. Here, they’re with other kids that face the same daily challenges.” There is no cost to the

families for the camp. It is made possible through grants from the New York Commission for the Blind and fundraisers by the Saratoga Lion’s Club. This year, The Western Sun Foundation, a community of popular jab band Goose, donated $10,000 dollars in support of Camp Abilities Saratoga. Donations are the foundation for Camp Abilities Saratoga to allow a sense of independence for the blind and visually impaired. Those interested in making a charitable contribution can do so at www.campabilitiessaratoga.org/donate/.

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Raises over $60,000 during Annual Golf Classic

Jane Mastaitis, CAO of Saratoga Bridges, Addressing Golfers (Courtesy of Saratoga Bridges)

Saratoga Bridges, A Chapter of the Arc, New York, raised over $60,000 during their 23rd Annual J. Michael Fitzgibbons Memorial Golf Classic which took place last Monday, July 27th. Held at the McGregor Links Country Club, this event raised vital funds for Saratoga Bridges’ underfunded programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Saratoga County

for more than 60 years. A portion of the proceeds also benefit the J. Michael Fitzgibbons Memorial Scholarship fund, which is given to a Saratoga Bridges employee seeking to further their education in college. The event honors the late J. Michael Fitzgibbons, a longtime Saratoga Bridges’ Board of Directors and community member who passed away in 2005. The Fitzgibbons family continues to

play a large role in the golf committee and continues to uphold his legacy and his lasting impact here in Saratoga County. Saratoga Bridges’ event season will continue with their 36th Annual Travers Day at the Races fundraiser at the Saratoga Racetrack on Saturday, August 29th at the Easy Goer Restaurant. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.saratogabridges.org.