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History Center Announces Wednesday Walking Tours

Hudson Crossing Park. Photo provided.

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County History Center has announced its popular county-wide walking tour program for the 2024 season, which will be held on Wednesdays in July and September in locations throughout Saratoga County. 

Great Ladies Tour. Dr. Hollis Palmer. July 17 10 am. – This tour along North Broadway in Saratoga Springs will be led by the retired educator and popular local author of 16 books on Saratoga and its environs. The tour will be based on stories from his book “Saratoga’s Great Ladies” focusing on the families that lived in the Victorian mansions along this broad avenue. Palmer will be offering his books for sale at the end of the tour.

LakeHill Road Burnt Hills. Rick Reynolds July 31 10 am.  Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds will be returning to take tour attendees on a 2-mile stroll and hear tales of the farms, stores, schools and a wallpaper factory along Lakehill Road. Rick will look back into history, but also peer into the future of Burnt Hills. A bus will bring walkers back to their cars at Stevens School after the tour.

Hudson Crossing Park. Kate Morse and Mike Biekiewicz Sept. 11 at 1pm. Executive Director Kate Morse and local historian Mike Biekiewicz we lead an easy, one mile walk of the Park located at Lock 5 on the Champlain canal north of Schuylerville. This tour will explore the history of the area from its inhabitation by the First Nations to the Burgoyne invasion on 1777 and the impact of the canal on the community during the 19th century. They will also discuss the challenges of working as environmental steward along the waterway.

Corinth Rural Cemetery. Rachel Clothier Sept. 25 1pm. Corinth Town Historian Rachel Clothier will explore the stories behind the gravestones at this cemetery located on Route 9N as you enter the village. From soldiers and sailors to merchants and miscreants, attendees will discover a sampling of the people who have lived in Corinth over two centuries. Rachel will also discuss the consolidation of other earlier cemeteries into this large cemetery.

Registration is available at the History Center’s website https://brooksidemuseum.org/   Suggested donations for the tours are $10. Specific directions will be available upon registration.

History Center Announces Wednesday Walking Tours

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County History Center has announced its popular county-wide walking tour program for the 2024 season, which will be held on Wednesdays in July and September in locations throughout Saratoga County. 

Great Ladies Tour. Dr. Hollis Palmer. July 17 10 am. – This tour along North Broadway in Saratoga Springs will be led by the retired educator and popular local author of 16 books on Saratoga and its environs. The tour will be based on stories from his book “Saratoga’s Great Ladies” focusing on the families that lived in the Victorian mansions along this broad avenue. Palmer will be offering his books for sale at the end of the tour.

LakeHill Road Burnt Hills. Rick Reynolds July 31 10 am.  Ballston Town Historian Rick Reynolds will be returning to take tour attendees on a 2-mile stroll and hear tales of the farms, stores, schools and a wallpaper factory along Lakehill Road. Rick will look back into history, but also peer into the future of Burnt Hills. A bus will bring walkers back to their cars at Stevens School after the tour.

Hudson Crossing Park. Kate Morse and Mike Biekiewicz Sept. 11 at 1pm. Executive Director Kate Morse and local historian Mike Biekiewicz we lead an easy, one mile walk of the Park located at Lock 5 on the Champlain canal north of Schuylerville. This tour will explore the history of the area from its inhabitation by the First Nations to the Burgoyne invasion on 1777 and the impact of the canal on the community during the 19th century. They will also discuss the challenges of working as environmental steward along the waterway.

Corinth Rural Cemetery. Rachel Clothier Sept. 25 1pm. Corinth Town Historian Rachel Clothier will explore the stories behind the gravestones at this cemetery located on Route 9N as you enter the village. From soldiers and sailors to merchants and miscreants, attendees will discover a sampling of the people who have lived in Corinth over two centuries. Rachel will also discuss the consolidation of other earlier cemeteries into this large cemetery.

Registration is available at the History Center’s website https://brooksidemuseum.org/   Suggested donations for the tours are $10. Specific directions will be available upon registration.

Take A Bite: Popular Downtown Glens Falls Event Kicks Off Wednesday, July 10

Take A Bite summer event. Photo: Advokate, LLC.

GLENS FALLS — The 14th season of the popular summer event, ‘Take a Bite,’ starts on Wednesday, July 10, and will run every Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. through Aug. 14, announced.

During the event, restaurants take to the sidewalks to offer affordably priced “small plate” menu items. 

Enjoy the beauty of Glens Falls, while experiencing the best of downtown restaurants and retailers, including live music, a bounce house, and good company, according to presenter the Glens Falls Collaborative.

Adult beverages maybe enjoyed outdoors along Glen Street, which will be closed off during the event.

For more details and performance lineup, follow Downtown Glens Falls on Facebook.

The event is sponsored and supported by the Glens Falls Collaborative, City of Glens Falls, the Glens Falls BID, Advokate, and the Take A Bite Committee.

Free Career Workshops Available in July from Saratoga County Career Center

BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers will hold the following free virtual career workshops during July:

July 18 at 11AM: Completing Job Applications. Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. 

July 19 at 10:30AM: Networking. Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking. 

July 23 at 11AM: Overcoming Barriers. Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job. Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. 

July 23 at 1:30PM: Social Media. Your social media presence can make or break your ability to find a job. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job or career you’ve always wanted. 

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit https://thejoblink.org/calendar/ to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at 518-884-4170 for more information.  The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign.

Week of July 6 – July 12, 2024

Saratoga  County Court

Lorenzo J. Parker, 28, of Schenectady, was sentenced to 2-1/2 years in a state correction facility and 1 year post-release supervision, after pleading to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth-degree, charged February 2022 in Clifton Park. 

Annmarie Balzano, 54, of Ballston Spa, pleaded to felony DWI, charged June 2023 in Malta. Sentencing Sept. 19. 

Cedric D. Sanchez, 28, of Yonkers, N.Y., pleaded to attempted burglary in the second-degree, charged in Milton. Sentencing Aug. 2. 

Matthew G. Peck, 46, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded to felony DWI, charged November 2023 in Milton. Sentencing Aug. 16. 

Lacey C. Weber, 46, of Stillwater, was sentenced to 5 days incarceration / 5 years probation, after pleading to felony DWI, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, charged August 2022 in Mechanicville. 

Tyrone T. Carter, 37, of Troy, pleaded to felony burglary, charged October 2023 in Waterford. Sentencing Aug. 29. 

Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office 

The Sheriff’s Office attempted to perform a traffic stop on Church Hill Road in the Town of Halfmoon. After initially stopping his vehicle, Steven L. Devlin, 42, of Chohoes, allegedly fled from patrols, resulting in a low speed vehicle pursuit. The pursuit of Devlin travelled into the Town of Waterford, the City of Troy and subsequently onto 787 in the City of Cohoes where he was stopped and taken into custody. It is alleged that during the pursuit Mr. Devlin intentionally struck a marked Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicle. He was taken into custody and charged with the listed offenses: Driving while intoxicated, Failure to yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle, Aggravated unlicensed operation, Circumventing an ignition interlock device. Devlin was processed and released with traffic and appearance tickets, and is scheduled to appear in Halfmoon Town Court at a later date. 

The Sheriff’s Office responded to Home Depot in the Town of Halfmoon for a report of larceny. Following an investigation, Daniel R. Jennings Jr., 33, of Halfmoon, was arrested and charged with Grand Larceny 4th (Class E Felony). It is alleged that Jennings stole merchandise from the store valued at over $1,700. He was arraigned in Halfmoon Town Court by Town Justice Federa and remanded to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility without bail. He is scheduled to appear in Halfmoon Town Court at a later date.

The Sheriff’s Office responded to an active burglary on Schauber Road in the town of Clifton Park. As a result of the investigation into the complaint, Shaun A. Sheriff, 32, of Ballston Lake was arrested and charged with burglary in the 2nd degree (class C felony) and grand larceny in the 4th degree (class E felony). Sheriff is accused of entering and remaining unlawfully within a dwelling with the intent to commit a crime therein and of stealing credit cards belonging to the homeowner. He was sent to the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of bail, bond, or partially secured bond pending further action in the matter.

The Sheriff’s Office arrested Kaila M. Pascarella, 34, of Troy on a warrant issued by the Wilton Town Court for grand larceny in the 4th degree (class E felony) and conspiracy in the 5th degree (class A misdemeanor). Pascarella is accused of stealing property from Walmart in the town of Wilton on January 1, 2023, and of agreeing with one or more persons to engage in or cause the commission of a felony. She was released on an appearance ticket pending further action in the matter in Wilton court.

Investigation into a crash on Goode Road in Milton led to the arrest of Morgan E. McGrath, 23, Ballston Spa charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the 1st degree (class E felony), DWI, and operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08% or greater (unclassified misdemeanors). Additional charges included operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated with a revoked driver’s license.

Donald Kenneth Bouton

GANSEVOORT — Donald Kenneth Bouton peacefully passed away July 2, 2024.  Calling hours were held July 8 at Compassionate Funeral Care followed by a funeral service.  A graveside service was on July 9 at Gansevoort Cemetery.  Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Stephen Bickelhaupt

SARATOGA SPRINGS —It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Bickelhaupt, who left us on August 22, 2023.  A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 12 at Greenridge Cemetery, 17 Green Ridge Place, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.  Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Robert Lawrence

WILTON — Robert Lawrence passed away July 8, 2024. Calling hours will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at Compassionate Funeral Care followed by a graveside service with military honors at 1:30 p.m. at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.  Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Robert Kriser

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Robert Kriser, died June 26, 2024.  A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, July 19 at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

James W. Parker

WILTON — James W. Parker died June 26, 2024.  A service was held on July 2 at Compassionate Funeral Care followed by a graveside service with military honors at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.  Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com