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Saratoga PLAN Protects Historic Farmland in Stillwater

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Questroyal North Farm. Photo courtesy of SaratogaPLAN.

STILLWATER — Saratoga PLAN (Preserving Land and Nature), a nonprofit land trust, announced on Tuesday that it will permanently protect 280 acres of agricultural land in the Town of Stillwater through a conservation easement with the owner of Questroyal North Farm, Barry Ostrager. The legal agreement ensures that the land will remain farmland forever, supporting the local agricultural community.

Questroyal North is a full-service breeding and mare boarding operation. The farm is home to Bucchero, currently the leading sire in New York, as well as Courageous Cat, a stallion with more than $10 million in progeny earnings.

Ostrager’s boarding operation continues the land’s agricultural legacy. The farmland has been used continuously for agriculture for over 250 years. Originally part of General Philip Schuyler’s Saratoga Patent, it later became the property of his daughter, Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton, the widow of Alexander Hamilton.

“By permanently conserving Questroyal North Farm, we honor the rich agricultural history of the land, support the local farming economy, and connect the important landscapes that define our region,” said Robert Davies, executive director of Saratoga PLAN, in a statement. “This is a powerful example of how working together at the community level can create lasting benefits for future generations and make a broader positive impact that doesn’t stop at a line on a map.”

Week of December 13 – December 19, 2024 

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Property Transactions.

BALLSTON 

Daniel Shorey as trustee sold property at Lakehill Rd to Dennis Diehl for $625,000

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 13 Linden Ct to Marie Dewey for $479,980

Jeffrey Tworek sold property at 12 Forest Rd to Adam Klingbeil for $305,000

CORINTH

Pro Legacy Professional Enterprises sold property at 523 Palmer Ave to Christopher Carmack for $225,000

Alexander Mekkelson sold property at 61 Locust Ridge Dr to Christopher Chakalis for $283,000

Foothills Builders LLC sold property at 17 Moose Way to Timothy Lansberry for $487,885

GALWAY

Bryan Buck sold property at Consaul Rd to Mark Spagnola for $130,000

Gunar Dies sold property at 5416 Parkis Mills Rd to National Residential Nominee Services for $456,000

National Residential Nominee Services sold property at 5416 Parkis Mills Rd to Thomas Sconoz for $456,000

Ronald Gomula sold property at 1078 West Galway Rd to Daniel Kieft for $232,500

GREENFIELD

Joseph Dobie sold property at 100 King Rd to Nicholas Belmonte for $430,000

Melanie laFond sold property at 28 Griffen Rd to Kenneth Clark for $110,000

MALTA 

Daniel Miller sold property at 67 Meadow Rue Pl to Cassandra Fisher for $430,000

Brian Brewer sold property at 1022 Laurel Lane to Joseph Woloszyn for $379,900

Nathan Drew sold property at 62 Snowberry Rd to Keith Dewar for $240,000

Corrin Fish sold property at 39 Walden Glen to Zerahiah Jones for $400,000

Todd Rorickl sold property at 42 Arrowwood Pl to Sean Robishaw for $240,000

5T Properties LLC sold property at 4 Old Stonebreak Rd to 4 Old Stonebreak LLC for $450,000

Richard Derton sold property at 9 Curry Ave to Douglas Woodley for $367,000

Lynn Cary sold property at 1050 Laurel Lane to DLC Group Holdings LLC for $180,946

MILTON

Newrez LLC sold property at 292 Stone Church Rd to REO Home Services for $172,000

REO Home Services sold property at 292 Stone Church Rd to Superior Home Solutions LLC for $195,000

Robin Boice sold property at 882 Middle Line Rd to Craig Lehman for $185,000

Nicholas Tomasi sold property at 36 Woodthrush Ct to Landon Miller for $370,500

Christine Silversleeve sold property at 734 Middle Line Rd to Gabriel Francsico for $355,000

National Residential Services sold property at 2 Coachman Dr to Christine McHerron for $315,000

Florence Abbott sold property at 60 Chapman St to Melissa Hardesty for $347,500

John Lobos sold property at 31-33 Glen St to Gloria Herman for $200,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Christine Richardson sold property at 104 Brook Rd  to John  O’Brien for $750,000

Ellsworth Square sold property at 104A Division St to Wendy Berry for $1,565,750

Donald Mowbray sold property at 38 Sicada St to Jeffrey Sheehan for $650,000

Linda Kastory sold property at 268 Broadway to Inmywheelhouse LLC for $1,850,000

Cathy Allis sold property at 40 Clubhouse Dr to Olson Family Trust for $375,000

James Demase sold property at 541 Crescent Ave to Newman 543 LLC for $350,000

James Demase sold property at 543 Crescent Ave to Newman 543 LLC for $200,000

David Demase sold property at 545 Crescent Ave to Newman 543 LLC for $350,000

Gisele Errichetti sold property at 289 Jefferson St Unit 18 to Elizabeth McAndrew for $290,000

James Clemmer sold property at 70 Railroad Pl Unit 604 to Linda Kastory for $2,160,000

Joseph Martin sold property at 30 Schuyler Dr to Matthew Klepper for $505,000

Ostoja Vucetic sold property at 451 Crescent Ave to William Kotter for $1,775,000

WILTON

Edie Road LLC sold property at 6 Northbrook Dr to Ryan Kelton for $300,000

John Kalil sold property at 1 Meghan Ct to Miles Deppe for $599,000

Debra Topper sold property at 120 Ernst Rd to Richard Woodcock for $430,000

Kevin Donohue sold property at 24 Meditation Way to Sarah Hopkins for $466,000

Randall Countermine sold property at 27 Ballard  Rd to Adrian Koskinen for $260,000

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Purchases Pair ofClinton Street Cottages 

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Samantha Bosshart, Executive Director of Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation on Clinton Street. Photo provided. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation has purchased 128-130 Clinton Street, two small cottages on one property that have been on the Foundation’s endangered property list for more than a decade. 

Based on preliminary research, it appears that the house at 130 Clinton St., built circa 1877, was constructed on the property by Dennis O’Brien, who was listed as a laborer residing at 108 Clinton St.  It is particularly unique because it is the only example of a shotgun style residence in Saratoga Springs.  O’Brien built the second house, a one-and-a-half- story vernacular front gable house with a full-width front porch, at 128 Clinton St. in 1883.  Both houses were built as rental properties. 

According to the directories, the residents of the two houses were laborers, coachmen, teamsters, farmers, maids, gardeners, firemen, and employees of various businesses.  In 1965, Nettie B. Dekalb and her son Ronald Dekalb acquired the property.  The DeKalbs moved into 128 Clinton and rented 130 Clinton to others.

 It was during the DeKalb family ownership that the houses fell into disrepair and became vacant.  Earlier this year, the Foundation attempted to contact the owner to provide assistance to preserve the buildings or to offer to purchase the property.  Their attempts went unanswered.  Neighbors expressed concern that the buildings would be lost when they saw the red X’s appear on the buildings, indicating that the buildings were unsafe for first responders to enter. 

In September, local builder, Dave Trojanski acquired the property with the intention of redeveloping it. The Foundation subsequently purchased it from Trojanski.

The Foundation is in the early stages of evaluating the structures and determining next steps for the project. To donate to the Clinton Street Comeback Campaign and to get updates on the project, please visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call 518-587-5030.

Mark David Lyon    

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HALFMOON — Mark David Lyon, 79, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Calling hours are December 15, from 4 – 7 p.m. at Burke Funeral Home. A mass will be celebrated on December 16, at 11 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Clifton Park. Memorial donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the American Cancer Society. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.   

John M. Fish   

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WILTON — John M. Fish, 74, passed away peacefully at Saratoga Hospital on Friday, December 6, 2024, from complications related to Parkinson’s Disease. At the family’s request, there will be no formal services.  For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Diane Beatrice Marry

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SARATOGA SPRINGS —Diane Beatrice Marry (Fay), 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024. Calling hours are 4 – 7 p.m., December 16, at Burke Funeral Home. Mass is 11a.m., December 17 at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Greenfield Center. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Beth Stanley   

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WILTON — Beth Stanley, 61, passed away December 3, 2024.  Calling hours were held December 10 at Wilton Baptist Church, followed by a church service.  Interment following the church service was held in Memory Gardens, Albany, NY. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Soroptimist accepting applications by Jan. 15for Young Women Making a Difference Award 

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SARATOGA COUNTY — Soroptimist International of Saratoga County (SISC) is accepting applications for the 2024-25 Young Women Making a Difference Award which honors young women between the ages of 14 and 18 for their volunteer activity in the community. Volunteer actions that benefit women and girls are especially valued.  

 Application submissions are due to SISC by Jan. 15, 2025. 

The online application can be found at https://soroptimistsaratoga.org. Winners are eligible to receive up to $500 for themselves and up to $500 for the charitable organization of their choice.  For questions about the Award or the application, contact: makeadifferencesaratoga@gmail.org.  

 SISC is part of an international women’s organization with 72,000 members in 121 countries and territories. Soroptimist is a volunteer service organization with the goal of helping women and girls achieve economic empowerment.  For more information visit www.soroptimistsaratoga.org.

Sustainable Fashion, Japanese Stitching Style, “Ugly” Sweater DIY at Moreau 

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MOREAU — Moreau Lake State Park, located at 605 Old Saratoga Road in Gansevoort, is offering the following events this month. 

Saturday, Dec. 14 – Sustainable Fashion 10 a.m. 

Want to make your clothing consumption more eco-friendly but don’t know where to start? Join a Nature Center educator for a lesson on the history and cost of fast fashion, and what you can do to slow it down. This program is for ages 13+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24 hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Saturday, Dec. 14 – Visible Mending 11a.m.

Have some holey clothes that weren’t intended to be that way? Join a Nature Center employee for a lesson on “sashiko” the Japanese stitching style of making visible mends to your clothes. This program is for ages 13+. Program is $5 per adult, $1 for under 18 (cash or check). Please reserve your spot 24-hours in advance by calling the office at 518-793-0511.

Sunday, Dec. 15 – “Ugly” Sweater DIY 11a.m.

Bring in an old sweater/sweatshirt OR a recently purchased one (check out local thrift shops) and join a nature center educator in making some festive clothing. Holiday adornments such as bells, felt snow and gingerbread people, and pompoms will be provided at the Nature Center. Open to All Ages. This program is $1 per child, $5 for 18+. Please reserve your spot in advance by calling 518-793-0511. 

Sunday, December 15th Full Moon Hike 5 p.m.

Join a park educator on a beginner hike and if the clouds cooperate, we’ll get to enjoy the splendor of the full “Cold” moon rising above the mountains! This hike is family friendly and well-behaved dogs on a 6 foot or shorter leash are welcome. $1 per child, $5 per adult is payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot call 518-793-0511- the earlier the better as this is a popular program and it fills up quickly.

For more information, call 518-793-0511, or go to: friendsofmoreaulake.org.