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Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Saratoga Recognizes One Year Mark of War in Ukraine with Donation

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Fred Astaire Dance Studios (FADS) co-owners have been personally affected by the war in Ukraine. Co-owner Grey Masko still has family and friends in the country.

In January, the Studio partnered with Dnipro Euro Deli in Latham to collect clothing and wares to help the people of Ukraine as they endure a harsh winter. As a result of the endeavor, 500 pounds of clothing were shipped to Ukraine.

The shipments were made over the course of a few weeks with the assistance of volunteers at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church in Watervliet. Items were delivered to an organization called My Home, who will help distribute the items to those who need them in Ukraine.

For more information about Fred Astaire Dance Studios – Saratoga Springs, visit www.fredastaire.com/saratoga-springs/ or their facebook page.

Registration for Saratoga Springs Little League Spring 2023 Now Open

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs Little League is a recreational baseball league for players ages 4 to 13 within the Saratoga Springs City School District, with games played at West Side Recreation Park.

The league offers several age levels: Tee-ball (ages 4-6), Bantam (ages 6-7), Minors AA (ages 7-8), Minors AAA (ages 9-10), and Majors (ages 11 and up).

Saratoga Springs Little League also offers a Challenger Division for ages 4 to 18. The Little League Challenger Program is Little League’s adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and developmental challenges.  The goal of this division is to provide the opportunity for the developmentally and/or physically disabled to enjoy the full benefits of little league participation in an environment structured to their abilities.

Registration for Saratoga Springs Little League closes on March 17. Player assessments for Minors, AAA, and Majors divisions will be held March 18.

To register or view more information, visit: www.saratogaspringslittleleague.org.

Saratoga County Career Center Free March Virtual Workshops

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

March 8 at 10 a.m.: Goal Setting. This workshop explores how goal setting works, why goals are important, and provides helpful resources to get you started to reach your dreams. Facilitated by Washington and Albany.

March 14 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. Facilitated by Schenectady.

March 21 at 10 a.m.: 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. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.

March 23 at 1:30 p.m.: 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. Facilitated by Schenectady.

March 28 at 10 a.m.: 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. Facilitated by Saratoga and Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie.

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit 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. 

The Saratoga County Employment and Training Office provides comprehensive training and employment services to residents through its Career Center and works with local businesses to attract and retain the local workforce.

February 25 – March 3, 2023

Saratoga County Court 

Bruce L. Larrabee, 25, of Ballston Spa, was sentenced Feb. 15 to 5 years of probation, after pleading to felony assault, first charged June 2022. 

Justin D. Wells, 33, of Schenectady, was sentenced to 1-1/3 to 4 years’ incarceration, after pleading to felony criminal possession of stolen property, first charged November 2021 in Halfmoon. 

Ashley Donovan, 27, of Greenfield, was sentenced to 90 days local incarceration, and 5 years’ probation, after pleading to criminally negligent homicide, first charged October 2021. 

Thomas A. Allen, 34, of Greenfield Center, was sentenced Feb. 15 to 4-1/2 years in state prison and 1 year post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, a felony, first charged February 2022 in Corinth. 

Rakell L. Dutcher, 37, of Albany, pleaded Feb. 16 to felony DWI, first charged July 2022 in Saratoga Springs. Sentencing May 18. 

Jay R. Bradley, 37, of Troy, pleaded Feb. 16 to felony DWI, first charged May 2022 in Mechanicville. Sentencing May 18.   

Todd Cleveland, Jr., 33, of Fort Edward, was sentenced Feb. 16 to 2 to 6 years’ incarceration, after pleading to promoting sexual performance by a child, first charged May 2021 in Moreau. 

Adrianne D. Liedel, 21, of Ballston Spa, was sentenced to 1 to 3 years’ incarceration, after pleading to vehicular manslaughter in the second-degree first charged March 15. 

Jonathan A. Edwards, 25, of Salem, pleaded Feb. 17 to criminal possession of stolen property in the fourth-degree, first charged October 2022 in Moreau. Sentencing April 21. 

Jonathan M. Aronson, 51, of Greenfield, was sentenced Feb. 17 to 3-1/2 years’ incarceration, and 15 years post-release supervision, after pleading to attempted rape in the first-degree, first charged January 2021.

Mona L. Nordstrom, 54, of Saratoga Springs, pleaded Feb. 21 to criminal contempt in the first-degree, first charged September 2022 in Saratoga Springs. Sentencing April 18. 

Saratoga Police Department

Douglas Bagley, 34, of Waterford, was charged Feb. 20 with aggravated criminal contempt, aggravated family offense, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. 

Woodie Gibson, 35, of Wells, was charged Feb. 19 with assault in the third-degree. 

Amanda Barnard, 25, of Ballston Spa, was charged Feb. 19 with DWI, and driving in the wrong direction on a one-way street. 

Serafina Margono, 28, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 19 with DWI, and failure to stop at a stop sign. 

Brittany Matthey, 37, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 19 with criminal mischief. 

Philip Miller, 24, of Selkirk, was charged Feb. 19 with operating a motor vehicle impaired by drugs, criminal possession of a controlled substance, and a driving violation. 

David Nelson, 66, of Wilton, was charged Feb. 18 with DWI, and three driving-related violations. 

Naim Adams, 29, of Albany, was charged Feb. 18 with aggravated unlicensed operation, and failed to yield right. 

Kevin McGaughey, 33, of Glens Falls, was charged Feb. 18 with aggravated unlicensed operation, and making an unsafe turn. 

Kevin Coffey, 40, of Mechanicville, was charged Feb. 18 with aggravated unlicensed operation.

Shadey Del Rosario, 22, of Ballston Spa, was charged Feb. 18 with DWI, and two driving-related violations. 

Christopher Magee, 42, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 16 with assault in the third-degree, and on Feb. 15 with trespass, and obstruct governmental administration.  

Alexander Musto, 37, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 16 with assault, unlawful imprisonment, and act in manner to injure child. 

Samia Rana, 51, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 16 with two counts assault, menacing, unlawful imprisonment, criminal mischief, and criminal possession of a weapon. 

Muhammad Nasir, 26, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 16 with two counts assault, criminal mischief, unlawful imprisonment, and criminal obstruction of breathing. 

Renee Zelenke, 52, of Mechanicville, was charged Feb. 15 with trespass, and obstruct governmental administration. 

Riley Fraher, 26, of Buskirk, was charged Feb. 15 with aggravated unlicensed operation, failure to obey traffic device, and operating a motor vehicle without inspection certificate. 

William Durfee, 38, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Feb. 14 with criminal trespass.

Jacob Wilusz, 25, of Hadley, was charged Feb. 14 with criminal possession of a controlled substance. 

Michael J.  O’Connell

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A truly amazing Saratogian, former Mayor J. Michael O’Connell, 87, passed 2/25/2023. Calling hours were at Burkes Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m., Friday, 3/3/23, St. Peter’s Church followed by burial St. Peter’s Cemetery. Donations: Community Hospice of Saratoga and Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York Chapter.

George H. Palmateer, Jr. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS – George H. Palmateer, Jr. died February 23 at Saratoga Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 3 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Family and friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Kellie Dudla 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kellie Dudla, age 52, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, after a short illness. A private funeral service will take place for family at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, New York.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Edward M. Noonan 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Edward M. Noonan passed away Thursday, February 23 with his loved ones by his side. A funeral service was held on March 2 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Calling hours will be held Friday, March 3 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service. compassionatefuneralcare.com

David Granger 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — David Granger died February 20. A funeral mass will be held at 9 a.m. on March 4 at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church. A burial at the St. Peters Cemetery will follow the funeral mass. compassionatefuneralcare.com

Nadine Chillis 

GREENFIELD CENTER — Nadine Chillis died February 23 at Saratoga Hospital. A funeral service was held on February 28, 2023 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Family and friends called prior to the service at the funeral home. compassionatefuneralcare.com