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Two arrested in Northumberland robbery

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On January 3, 2026, State Police of Wilton arrested Sarah Z. Davis, 33, of Albany, for felony 2nd degree robbery, felony third degree criminal mischief, misdemeanor 3rd degree assault and two counts of misdemeanor 4th degree criminal mischief.  

Zachary J. Bryant, 31 of Albany, NY, was also arrested for Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd and False Personation.

On January 3, 2026, at about 10:25 p.m., troopers responded to a hang-up 911 call originating from a residence in Northumberland. During the investigation, a victim was located with a facial injury. Further investigation discovered that Davis was reportedly involved in an altercation with the victim. During the altercation, Davis allegedly forcibly took property from the victim, prevented them from calling 911, damaged property belonging to the victim, and injured the victim. Bryant was present during the investigation and provided false identifying information, hindering it, as he had an active warrant for his arrest.

Davis and Bryant were arrested at the scene and transported to SP Wilton for processing. Bryant was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Northumberland Town Court on February 2, 2026, and then released to the Menands Police Department for the active arrest warrant. Davis was arraigned at the Wilton Town Court, where she was remanded to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility in lieu of $1,000 cash, $2,000 bond, or a $10,000 partially secured bond.

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Receives $5,000 Grant from Saratoga County

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Samantha Bosshart and Matt Veitch stand outside 128-130 Clinton Street, (Courtesy of Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation)

The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is pleased to announce that Saratoga County awarded a $5,000 grant towards the rehabilitation of 128-130 Clinton Street.

After 18 years serving as City of Saratoga Springs Saratoga County Supervisor, Matt Veitch presented the check to Samantha Bosshart, Executive Director. 

 “It is a pleasure to assist the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation on their great project in restoring these two long-neglected homes,” Veitch said. “Thank you to my former colleagues on the Board of Supervisors for supporting this important initiative.  I am looking forward to seeing the results.”

 The two 1870s small worker cottages located at 128-130 Clinton Street had been on the Foundation’s endangered property list for more than a decade. In November 2024, the Foundation purchased the property to save the two buildings from being demolished. The Foundation is undertaking the rehabilitation of both structures. The Clinton Street Comeback campaign will ensure that an intact row of early small worker housing be preserved in an area of Saratoga Springs that is not located in a local historic district and is seeing demolition of buildings.

The logo for the project on Clinton Street. (Courtesy of Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation)

 The Foundation did not anticipate taking on another project prior to selling the 1851 Alexander A. Patterson House at 65 Phila Street because it would need the net proceeds from the sale to be able to purchase another property. Fortunately, the Foundation again secured private financing from Elisa and Mark Haworth to acquire the property. In September, 65 Phila Street was sold to CeCe Bette. The net proceeds from that sale covered the cost to purchase 128-130 Clinton Street and a portion of rehabilitation expenses.   

 Since acquiring the Clinton Street property, Foundation volunteers have cleaned out the houses and cleared the overgrown backyard, resulting in more than 50 yards of debris being removed. In September, Landmark Consulting was hired to provide architectural design services for the project. 

Thus far, the project has received generous in-kind support from Dulmer Tree Surgeons and Arborists, Thompson Fleming Land Surveyors, On Call Plumbing & Heating, and NLH Property Management Services. Allerdice Building Supply has again agreed to provide a generous discount on building materials in support of the project.

 In December, after receiving a permit from the City of Saratoga Springs, Foundation volunteers completed interior demolition of 128 and 130 Clinton Street, removing plaster and lathe to better understand the buildings’ structural condition.  The Foundation hopes to apply for a building permit soon. 

“The Foundation is grateful to receive support from Saratoga County. Every dollar helps us preserve a part of our city’s history,” said Samantha Bosshart, Executive Director of the Foundation. “On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Foundation, I thank Matt Veitch for his long-standing dedication to representing the City of Saratoga Springs at the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors and his commitment to preserving Saratoga Springs.”

Saratoga County Career Center Announces January Virtual Workshops Schedule

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toga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers will hold the following free virtual career workshops during January:

Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. & Jan. 8 at 10:30 a.m.: Resume Development – This workshop presents the basics of a powerful and effective cover letter including formatting, tailoring to the job, and getting through the online application process to land an interview. Please have a rough draft of your resume with you.

Jan. 8 at 11 a.m.: Essential Skills for Success in Any Workplace – Join this workshop to learn about the skills that are most valued by business leaders yet are underdeveloped in employees. Learn why these skills are critically important, how to develop them, and the influence of AI.

Jan. 9 at 11 a.m. & Jan. 15 at 1:30 p.m.: Transferable Skills – Make it easy for employers to see the connection between your qualities and the skillset needed to do the job and market yourself as the solution to an employer’s problem.

Jan. 12 at 10 a.m.: Broadview Financial Well-Being – Find out how to organize what you make, spend, and save; set goals to save up, spend down, look ahead; harness the power of mindful spending; and identify budget tactics that work best for you.

Jan. 13 at 10:30 a.m.: Interview Preparation – Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process.

Jan. 14 at 10 a.m. & Jan. 27 at 1:30 p.m.: Goal Setting – In this workshop, we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started.

Jan. 14 at 10:30 a.m.: Civil Service – This session will cover essential steps to secure a civil service job, focusing on the hiring process. Participants will learn about competitive examinations, local government positions, and how to prepare for them.

Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. & Jan. 20 at 10:30 a.m.: Completing Job Applications – Learn how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers.

Jan. 16 at 10:30 a.m. & Jan. 28 at 10:30 a.m.: Networking – Join us for an approachable journey to understanding networking.

Jan. 22 at 1:30 p.m.: Social Media – 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.

Jan. 27 at 11 a.m.: Overcoming Barriers – Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job.

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit www.saratogacountyny.gov/workforce to register.

Saints Basketball: Girls and Boys Win Again

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Photos via Saratoga Central Catholic Athletics.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Dec. 22, the Saratoga Central Catholic Lady Saints basketball team came out on top with a 62 to 52 win against the Hartford Tanagers. The victory improved Spa Catholic’s season record to 5-1. Sophia Ryan had a team-high 19 points, followed by Addison Whitbeck’s 16.

Prior to their win against Hartford, the Lady Saints suffered their first loss of the season, 89 to 37, against Greenwich on Dec. 18. Ryan again had a team-high 19 points, while Whitbeck chipped in 7.

Meanwhile, Saratoga Catholic’s boys’ basketball squad fell to Greenwich, 58 to 44 on Dec. 19. For the Saints, David Redgrave netted 14 points and Thomas Zayac added 11. The team was 3-3 this season heading into their annual Christmas tournament. On Dec. 29, they regained a winning record, defeating Cambridge 75 to 68. In that contest, four Saints finished with double-digit scoring, including Redgrave (21), Jasyn Thompson (16), Kihl Kelly (12), and Bryce Peterson (11).

2026 Track Schedule: 51 Days of Racing; Belmont Stakes and Belmont on Broadway to Return

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Junior Alvarado atop Sovereignty, winner of the 2025 Belmont Stakes at Saratoga. Photo by Angelo Lieto, provided by NYRA.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The New York Racing Association (NYRA) recently announced that the Saratoga Race Course will host 51 days of thoroughbred racing in 2026, highlighted by the five-day Belmont Stakes Festival and a 46-day summer meet that will include the July 4th Racing Festival, which was held at Saratoga for the first time in 2025.

“Each summer, Saratoga Race Course stands at the center of the racing world,” said David O’Rourke, NYRA President & CEO. “The 2026 season will be particularly special as we celebrate the final Saratoga edition of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival and honor America’s 250th anniversary at one of the country’s most historic sporting venues. While Saratoga has served as the ideal temporary host for the Belmont Stakes and July 4th festivals, we look forward to returning to the traditional 40-day summer racing schedule at Saratoga in 2027.”

To allow for the uninterrupted construction of a new and re-imagined Belmont Park, Saratoga will host the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival for the third and final time from June 3 through June 7. It will be highlighted by the 158th running of the Grade 1, $2 million Belmont Stakes presented by NYRA Bets on June 6.

Following the conclusion of the Belmont at the Big A spring/summer meet, the NYRA circuit will return to Saratoga for a 46-day summer meet to open with the July 4th Racing Festival from July 3, through July 5.

To accommodate the 2026 calendar, Saratoga will then host a series of four-day racing weeks, Thursday through Sunday, from July 9 through July 26, prior to the resumption of the five-day racing week beginning July 29. The 2026 summer meet will conclude with a six-day closing week from Sept. 2 through Labor Day, Sept. 7.

With the new Belmont Park to re-open in September for live racing, 2026 will mark the final year of adjustments to the customary racing schedule at Saratoga. This period of transition began in 2024 when NYRA held a four-day Belmont Stakes Racing Festival in Saratoga for the first time. In 2025, NYRA expanded the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival to five days and shifted the July 4th Racing Festival to the Spa, resulting in 49 days of live racing during the 2025 season.

In 2027, Belmont Park will once again host the Belmont Stakes and July 4th Racing Festivals, while Saratoga Race Course will revert to its traditional 40-day summer meet.

“We are excited to have one more opportunity to showcase our amazing community to the world by hosting the Belmont Stakes and July 4th Festivals,” said Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus. “To kick off the Belmont Festival, we will again host a Belmont on Broadway concert free for locals and visitors to our community, and the July 4th All American Celebration to add to the festivities at the track. These two festivals helped drive up revenue at local hotels, restaurants, bars, stores and shops throughout the area in 2025, and the same will be true as our historic run hosting these events concludes in 2026.”

For the 2026 calendar of live race dates, which is pending New York State Gaming Commission approval, visit www.nyra.com/inc/schedule/.

Skidmore Basketball: Thoroughbreds Fall in Holiday Classic Opener

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Skidmore College junior Hakeem Daphnis finished with a team-high three steals. Photo by Matt Milless/Skidmore Athletics.

GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA — The Skidmore College men’s basketball team opened play at the Springhill Suites Guilford Holiday Classic with an 83-60 defeat to Concordia-Moorhead on Dec. 29.

The Thoroughbreds (4-4) came out firing, scoring 40 points on an efficient 15-of-28 shooting in a high-scoring first half, but couldn’t sustain the production as the Cobbers (8-2) strung together a decisive 27-7 run midway in the second half to turn a back-and-forth contest that featured eight lead changes and eight ties into a lopsided result.

“I thought for 20 minutes we competed hard and it looked like we might be okay coming off the layoff. But in the second half, we looked like a team that hasn’t played in 23 days,” said Head Coach Joe Burke. “That’s a good basketball team we lost to. They played a tough physical style just as you would expect, and I thought they wore on us. It was a great opportunity, but we just didn’t compete hard enough for the entire game. I’m confident we will learn from it and build on it.”

Siena Basketball Stars Visit Wesley Community

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Siena University women’s basketball player Garrisen Freeman with two members of the Wesley Community. Photo by Super Source Media for Saratoga TODAY.


SARATOGA SPRINGS — Members of the Siena University women’s basketball team visited the Wesley Community on Dec. 17 to “help spread joy this holiday season.” The players were accompanied by Head Coach Terry Primm and visited the senior living facility for an ice cream social event one day after the team’s final home game of 2025.

Saratoga Casino Receives Pennsylvania Gaming License Ahead of Planned Casino Opening

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Casino Holdings LLC (SCH) announced on Dec. 22 that it was granted a gaming license by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. 

In March 2025, SCH announced that it had signed a framework agreement to develop and manage a Category 4 casino to open near the Nittany Mall in State College, Pennsylvania. That casino, named Happy Valley, is currently being built and is scheduled to open sometime around spring of this year. The casino is expected to include slot machines, table games, a full-service restaurant, and several quick-serve dining options.

“As a third-generation, family-run business with more than 80 years in the horse racing industry and 20 years in casino, hotel, and entertainment operations, we are extremely proud to receive our Pennsylvania gaming license,” said Sam Gerrity, CEO of SCH. “This milestone further expands our diversification within the gaming industry and reflects our long-standing commitment to operating best-in-class gaming facilities. Our strategy is centered on building strong relationships with our customers, team members, and the communities we serve.”

SCH now holds gaming licenses for non-tribal casinos in four states, including New York, Mississippi, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. The company owns and operates the Saratoga Casino Hotel in Saratoga Springs; Saratoga Casino Black Hawk in Black Hawk, Colorado; and Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel in Natchez, Mississippi.

Combined, SCH properties include approximately 175,000 square feet of casino gaming space with over 2,100 slot machines, table games, a poker room, and a sportsbook. SCH also offers multiple entertainment options including restaurants and bars, a harness track, two hotels, over 6,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space, and a nightclub.

This Weekend in Live Music: Ring in the New Year

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Friday, Jan. 2

5 p.m. — Sunset Serenade @ The Saratoga Winery

Rosa Love and BenZo, two seasoned performers in this male/female cover duo, are multi-instrumentalists, seamlessly trading between instruments throughout the night while delivering rich, layered harmonies and a sound that feels full, fresh, and engaging.

6 p.m. — Brian Kane Duo @ Dock Brown’s Lakeside Tavern

Brian Kane, on acoustic guitar and vocals, teams up with Tony Pellegrino on electric guitar to deliver dynamic live music experiences. Together, they entertain audiences with covers of iconic artists like Chris Stapleton, Van Morrison, Marshall Tucker Band, and The Grateful Dead.

8 p.m. — Richard Baratta Gotham City Latin Jazz Sextet @ Caffe Lena

Richard Baratta’s career spans both music and film, with an impressive list of Hollywood credits, including “The Wolf of Wall Street,” “The Irishman,” “Joker,” and several Spider-Man films. After decades in the film industry, Baratta made his return to jazz, earning a Grammy nomination for his 2020 album, “Music in Film: The Reel Deal,” which reimagined iconic movie soundtracks in a jazz setting. His follow-ups, “Music in Film: The Sequel” and “Off the Charts,” solidified his place as a boundary-pushing bandleader and musician. The drummer-bandleader’s most recent album, “Looking Back,” is a jazz reinterpretation of classic rock and soul hits from the 1960s and ‘70s.

Saturday, Jan. 3

6 p.m. — Tapestry @ The Galley Bar & Grill

Tapestry (Dave Render, Aimee Harrell, and Hans Dirzuweit) plays all songs uniquely with 3-part vocals. They’ll make their first appearance at The Galley in Ballston Spa.

8 p.m. — Goodnight Moonshine @ Caffe Lena

Goodnight Moonshine is a guitar and vocal duet, and a musical marriage in all senses. The duo combines the evocative voice and songwriting of Molly Venter of Red Molly fame, with Eben Pariser’s adventurous guitar playing. The result is folk music with a depth of improvisation and tonal subtlety usually reserved for jazz.

8:30 p.m. — The Schmooze @ The Night Owl

Playing all the songs that made a lot of bands really famous, The Schmooze has been a popular upstate dance and party band for more than 20 years.

9 p.m. — Rustic Spirit @ The New Star Bar

The Southern/Country/Classic Rock sound of Rustic Spirit returns to The New Star Bar in Corinth. Expect music from Garth Brooks, Hank Williams Jr., Lynyrd Skynyrd, Charlie Daniels, The Rolling Stones, Bad Company, and lots in between.

Sunday, Jan. 4

7 p.m. — Misty Blues @ Caffe Lena

Led by vocalist Gina Coleman, Misty Blues delivers original music inspired by Koko Taylor, Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, and the great American blues tradition. Gina’s story is as compelling as her voice: from a dare to sing in 1990 to performing at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, NYC’s Bitter End, and recording with Charles Neville and Joe Louis Walker, she brings decades of artistry and authenticity to the stage. Her band has earned two Independent Blues Award nominations, opened for Tab Benoit, John Primer, Albert Cummings, and Michael Powers, and continues to push the genre forward with their signature blend of blues, gospel, jazz, and funk.

“Sounds in Winter” Concert Series Returns to Brookside Museum

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Photo provided by the Ballston Spa Committee on the Arts.

BALLSTON SPA — Now in its third year, the “Sounds in Winter” Concert Series will continue with a Jan. 17 performance by the Eribeth Trio at the Brookside Museum.

Based in the Capital District, the Eribeth Chamber Players have performed throughout the northeast, as well as in Germany. With flexible instrumentation, the group presents a variety of programs, from string quartet and piano trio concerts to collaborations with actors and dancers. The Eribeth Trio is made up of local musicians Elizabeth Silver on violin, Erica Pickhardt on cello, and Kristen Tuttman on the piano.

The group’s Jan. 17 performance will feature “Music for a Victorian Tea.” All audience members are encouraged to bring “that beautiful unused teacup from your china closet” as tea and cookies will be served as part of the event.

The concert will begin at 3 p.m. in Brookside’s Long Room. The performance is free, however registration at brooksidemuseum.org is required as seating is limited.