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Dake Foundation Raises More Than $180K to Support Local Children With Disabilities 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Dake Foundation for Children raised more than $180,000 to support local children with disabilities during their May 31 annual Child’s Play fundraiser. 

Founded by Gary Dake, President of Stewart’s Shops, the Foundation has provided grants to local children with disabilities since 2009 with a focus on inclusion, independence, and fun. The Foundation announced it will now additionally be offering assistance to local 501c3 nonprofit organizations seeking to make their spaces or programming more accessible and inclusive.

The first recipient of the Community Grant program will be the Saratoga Springs Children’s Museum, who will be provided with up to $25,000 towards building an inclusive playground. 

To apply, donate, or to learn more about the Dake Foundation for Children, visit http://www.dakefoundation.org.

June 10-June 16, 2023

New York State Police

On May 29, State Police assigned to the Community Stabilization Unit charged Catherine A. Peacock, 36, of Corinth, with two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the third-degree, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh-degree and criminally using drug paraphernalia in the second-degree. 

Additionally, Romere M. Anderson, 47, of New York, N.Y., was arrested for two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the third-degree and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh-degree. Troopers stopped a vehicle on I-87 in Clifton Park, NY, for a Vehicle and Traffic Law violation. The driver was identified as Peacock, and the passenger as Anderson.  The investigation discovered a defaced handgun, controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, and a large amount of U.S. currency in the vehicle.  Both were arrested and transported to SP Clifton Park for processing. 

While in custody, Peacock was discovered to have felony-weight narcotics secreted on her person. Both were arraigned at the Clifton Park Town Court.  Peacock was released under the supervision of the Saratoga County Probation Department.  Anderson was sent to the Saratoga County Correctional Facility without bail.

On June 2, State Police of Wilton charged Glenn D. Clark IV, 28, of Wilton, with DWAI, criminal possession of cannabis in the third-degree, obstructing governmental administration in the second-degree, resisting arrest, unlawful possession of cannabis and multiple other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.  

On June 5, State Police assigned to the Latham Interstate Patrol arrested Bruce B. Bidwell, 51, of Gansevoort. Bidwell as charged with criminal possession of stolen property in the third-degree, false personation, DWAI, and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.

Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office 

At approximately 10:50 a.m. on June 1, the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of an alleged violation of an Order or Protection. After patrols conducted their investigation, Michael J. Arnold 64, of Schuylerville was charged with criminal contempt in the second-degree, resisting arrest, and obstruction of governmental administration. Arnold is accused of flying his aircraft, a 1976 Cessna 180, on June 1 in violation of an Order of Protection that had been previously issued by the Town of Saratoga Court. It is also alleged that Arnold physically resisted deputies when he was taken into custody. He was arraigned in Milton Town Court, and subsequently released after posting $1,500 cash bail. 

On June 3, 2023, the Sheriff’s Office charged Thomas J. Millington, 39, of Milton, with rape in the third-degree. Millington is accused of having sexual intercourse with a person less than 17 years of age while being over the age of 21. Millington was sent to the Saratoga County Jail in lieu of $1,400 cash, $5,000 insured bond, or $14,000 partially secured bond.

Saratoga County Court

Gabriel E. Spring, 45, of Corinth, was sentenced to 2 years incarceration and 3 years post-release supervision, after pleading to strangulation in the second-degree. 

Joshua E. Pelletier, 33, of Gansevoort, was sentenced to 1 to 3 years incarceration, after pleading to felony DWI, charged December 2022 in Wilton. 

Eric B. Sahm, 45, of Liverpool, N.Y., pleaded to felony grand larceny, charged April 2023 in Wilton. Sentencing Aug. 4. 

Mario M. Malcolm, 28, of Schenectady, pleaded to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth-degree, first charged in Saratoga Springs. 

Saratoga Springs Police

John Jarvis, 60, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with burglary, and petit larceny. 

Ryan Danaher, 36, of Schuylerville, was charged with obstructing governmental administration. 

Eric Catalano, 40, of Albany, was charged with obstructing governmental administration. 

Lisa Schwepperhauser, 40, of Albany, was charged with DWI, aggravated DWI, and moving from lane unsafely. 

Garrick Houser, 26, of Goose Creek, South Carolina, was charged with DWI, making an improper turn, and two vehicle violations. 

Effren Martinez Reyes, 19, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with second degree assault. 

Luis Ramirez Maldonado, 28, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with second-degree assault. 

Jeremy Depasquale, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was charged with criminal contempt, and obstructing governmental administration.  

Stephanie Rotolo, 34, of Nashville, Tennessee, was charged with DWI, failure to keep right, and failure to stop at a stop sign. 

Drew McCarthy, 39, of Halfmoon, was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a controlled substance not in original container. 

Lois Arlene Whelan

GANSEVOORT — Lois Arlene Whelan, 87, peacefully passed 5/28/2023. Lois will be laid to rest with her husband on what would have been her 88th birthday, 6/27/2023, 2 p.m. at the Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations to Community Hospice of Saratoga Springs. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com

Jeanne Morris

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Jeanne Morris, 71, passed away on 6/8/2023 surrounded by her loving husband, four sons, and sister. Calling hours were 6/13/23 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass was celebrated 6/14 at Church of St. Peter. Memorial donations to  Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation at www.christopherreeve.org. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com

Virgil M. Steele

GREENFIELD CTR — On 5/27/2023, Virgil M. Steele passed away. Graveside service was 6/24/2023. Memorial donations to Victory Bible Baptist Church, 4532 Rt. 9N, Porters Corners and/or Mt. Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, 108 Steele Ave., Gloversville, NY 12078. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com

Sara Preece

WILTON — Sara Preece passed away on June 12. A service will be held Monday, June 19 at 2 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours will be 12 noon to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at N. Milton Cemetery. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com 

Teresa Lynn Montero 

HUDSON FALLS — Teresa Lynn Montero passed away June 2. A Memorial Service in Teresa’s honor will be held at a later date, at the family’s convenience. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Randy S. Perkins

WILTON — Randy S. Perkins, age 58, of Gansevoort, passed away on Wednesday June 7. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours were held prior to the service at the funeral home. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Lee Raymond English

Montrose, PA — It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Lee Raymond English, 75, Montrose PA (formerly of Saratoga Springs, NY) on Sunday, June 4, 2023. He was born in Binghamton, NY on June 22, 1947, to the late Norman and Doris English. Lee is survived by his wife, Debbi English of Montrose; daughters, Audrey (Jason) Galea of Delmar, NY, and Callie (Eric) Fiumara of Syracuse, NY; grandson Jace Fiumara. He also left behind two bonus children, Ashley (Derek) Kearney of Virginia and their children, Calvin, Justin, and Lauren and Jonathan (Fernanda) Gamble of New Jersey and their children, Emma and Max Gamble; niece, Libby Moyer of Lebanon PA and J.B. Hoffman of Lebanon, PA. He was predeceased by his sister, Joyce Vogelsong. Heart Lake was Lee’s favorite place and anyone who knew him knew that. He passed that love to his wife and daughters. A celebration of life will be a later date at the clubhouse at Heart Lake. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Lung Association. https//www.lastingmemories.com/lee-raymond-english. 

Ballston Spa Narcan Training Event on Monday, June 19

BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA), along with the Saratoga County Department of Health, will host a Narcan Training event Monday, June 19. This training session aims to equip the community with life-saving skills and knowledge to combat opioid overdoses effectively. 

The event will take place from 5:30-7:30 on the lawn of Brookside Museum, located at 21 Fairground Ave. in Ballston Spa. Admission is free to all members of the public who wish to participate. Participants will receive valuable instruction on recognizing signs of an opioid overdose and administering naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, an FDA-approved medication that can reverse the effects of an overdose. Narcan kits will be given away, and each training session lasts about 10 minutes. 

To receive further information about Narcan Training in Saratoga County, please contact the Saratoga County Health at 518-584-7460.