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Property Transactions February 17 – 23, 2023

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This beautiful home at 17 Terrace Rd Queensbury was listed by
Christine Hogan Barton and Roohan Realty for $520,000.

BALLSTON

Robert Coughlin sold property at 166 Ballston Ave to Wilmington Savings Fund Society for $140,000

Donald Hudson sold property at 16 Beacon St to Mohammed Chowdhoury for $365,000

Cozanne Marsh sold property at 52 Lake Rd to Kaliegh Laughlin for $185,000

CLIFTON PARK

Walter Williams sold property at 15 Hearthside Dr to Seyi Adu for $389,340.

Claudia Carroll sold property at 8 Torrey Pines to Alexander Loucks for $350,000.

Russell Hulsing sold property at 3 Willow Brook Lane to Jesse Caprotti for $415,000.

Tom Krawcyzk sold property at 1673 Crescent Rd to Jacob Day for $575,000.

Jodi Siberski sold property at 3 Sheridan Ct to Lisa Rinaolo for $350,000.

Jacquelyn Cook sold property at 43 Oakwood Blvd to Gregory Marra for $280,000

Joanna Dangelo sold property at 62 Spruce St to Travis Minzloff for $514,000.

Daniel Sisto sold property at 24 Pine Hill Bend to Thomas Degennarro for $312,000.

HALFMOON

 John Richards sold property at 55 Covington Dr to Roy Cameron for $565,000.

TP Builders Inc sold property at 18 Dutch Lane to Kasuni Kotelawala for $637,826.

John Jojo sold property at 50A Raylinsky Lane to Michael Curley for $335,000.

David Gutenmann sold property at 8 Bayberry Dr to Scott Eccles for $322,500.

Wayne Blaauboer sold property at 13A Macoun Dr to Daniel Marcus for $539,000.

MALTA

John Kalinkewicz sold property at 15 Rum Cherry Rd to Lea Maltoza for $332,000.

Tom Bakken sold property at 225 Thimbleberry Rd to Sue Murray for $195,000

MILTON 

RSD Development LLC sold property at 10 Encore Dr to Charles Rodgers for $495,460

MOREAU

Megan Craft sold property at 32 Grey Fox Dr to John Lemery for $385,000.

Steven Frazier sold property at 210 Redmond Rd to Todd Frazier for $210,000.

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 4 Winterberry Lane to Michael Lomaestro for $413,915.

Rosalind Leroux sold property at 8 Clark St to Karen Tomasovic for $150,000.

Cerrone Land Holdings sold property at 14 Southwoods Road to Igor Malguinov for $399,900.

SARATOGA

Marshall Coulter sold property at 00 Gates Ave to Peter Harrick for $160,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Michael Tallman sold property at 1 Skidmore Dr to Rebecca Twardy for $280,000

Gregory Desidoro sold property at 137 East Ave to Molly Marcy for $575,000

Paul Dussault sold property at 30 Whistler Ct Unit 114 to Douglas Duboff for $324,000.

Jack Porter LLC sold property at 84 Henry St to Ballou LLC for $890,135.

Lori Desio sold property at 289 Nelson Ave to Peter Lostritto for $469,900

Kathleen McGee sold property at 21  Concord Dr to Jessica Koury for $480,000.

US Bank Trust sold property at 29 Karista Spring Dr to Jeffrey Beyer for $241,000.

WILTON

Paolo Grandjaquet sold property at 79 Claire Pass to Janice Porter for $539,900.

Susan Dent sold property at 127 Ruggles Rd to Susan Pantano for $445,000.

Dario Pantano sold property at 2 Preserve Way to Ronald Weiler for $587,000

Nicole Pelech sold property at 9 Dakota Dr to Autumn O Keefe for $414,650.

Steven Boynton sold property at 16 New Britain Dr to Maria Rambone for $182,500.

Saratoga Springs Police Department Welcomes Officers 

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From L to R: Commissioner of Public Safety Jim Montagnino, Officer Alfano, Officer Thompson, Officer Leffler, Chief Shane Crooks, Officer Bogdan, Officer Nadeau, Officer Aldrich, Lt. Mitchell, Lt. Warfield, Lt. McIntosh. Photo: SSPD.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — City Commissioner of Public Safety Jim Montagnino and Chief Shane Crooks welcomed Officers Aldrich, Alfano, Bogdan, Leffler, Nadeau and Thompson to the ranks of the Saratoga Springs Police Department on Feb. 13, at the Zone 5 Regional Law Enforcement Training Center. 

Officer Alfano received an award during the ceremony for Excellence in Physical Fitness. The new officers began their field training in Saratoga Springs this week. 

Chowderfest 2023 Highlights

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Druthers Brewing Company voted People’s Choice 4,001+ bowls. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 24th annual Chowderfest, coordinated by Discover Saratoga, had another successful event this past Saturday, Feb. 11 in downtown Saratoga Springs. 

This year an average of 35,000-40,000 people attended the event and 111,639 bowls of chowder were served by 82 vendors including 13 first-time participants. Attendees voted for their favorite and the winners are: 

• People’s Choice (500 bowls or less): Artisanal Brew Works, Roasted Chicken, Corn & Potato Chowder

• People’s Choice (501-750 bowls): The Mill on Round Lake, Balboa Chowder

• People’s Choice (751-1,000 bowls): Thirsty Owl Saratoga, Crab and Corn Chowder with Candied Bacon

• People’s Choice (1,001-1,500 bowls): Rhea, Seafood Ramen

• People’s Choice (1,501- 2,000 bowls): Salt & Char Saratoga, Country Ham Chowder

• People’s Choice (2,001-3,000 bowls): Henry Street Taproom, Roasted Brussels Sprout and Bacon Chowder With Fried Chicken Bites and Hot Honey

• People’s Choice (3,001-4,000 bowls): West Ave Pizza, Ravioli Chowder

• People’s Choice (4,001+ bowls): Druthers Brewing Company, Shrimp, Crab and Corn Chowder with a Lobster Hush Puppy

Tonko Announces $1.15 Million for Safer Capital Region Streets

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Congressman Paul Tonko

ALBANY — Congressman Paul Tonko, who represents Saratoga County in the 20th Congressional District, announced the Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC) has been awarded a $1.15 million grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program to develop a comprehensive safety action plan for the Capital Region. 

The SS4A program was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), which Tonko supported. 

“As we continue to implement the historic investments of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the safety of our roads and highways must be a top priority,” Tonko said, in a statement. “Across our Capital Region, drivers, public transit riders, cyclists, and pedestrians depend on safe streets to connect with their jobs, their schools, and their communities.” 

The CDTC applied for this grant in partnership with the cities of Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy, and Watervliet, as well as the Village of Green Island. This significant funding will provide supplemental support for Vision Zero, a safe systems and complete streets plan for New York’s Capital Region. 

As part of this program, the CDTC will consult with expert analysts, engineers, and community contacts to prioritize locally specific safety countermeasures, strategies, and actions to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries. The project will culminate with a regional Vision Zero Plan containing a comprehensive list of locations prioritized for specific actions to enhance traffic safety based on relevant roadway and intersection characteristics found to contribute to serious accidents.

Registration Open for Educational Experiences at the Saratoga County History Center: Civil War Letters and Native New York Program Available

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Photo provided by the Saratoga County History Center.

BALLSTON SPA — While schools and educational programs are returning to normal, the Saratoga County History Center is expanding its staff and offering quality and interactive programs to kindergarten through grade 12 schools. The History Center continues its famous 40-year tradition of the Sheep to Shawl program, but has expanded its interactive experiences like Civil War Letters and Saratoga County Water Works.  

“Saratoga County’s students are the future. We are pleased to expand the funding for our educator who shines a light on our county’s local history, which we bring to the classroom,” said Field Horne, president of the Saratoga County History Center.

“We are thrilled to start 2023 with an active education program with local schools and organizations,” said Director of Education Anne Clothier. “In the past month, SCHC has already brought our Native New York program to public schools, home school families enjoyed our Brookside Digs Archeology Experience, and we took our textile history program to senior residences.  We look forward to sharing our county’s rich history through these presentations and hands-on activities throughout the year.”

To learn more about programs like the “Manners Matter Preschool Tea” and “Our Community Now & Then” for K-12 schools, visit www.BrooksideMuseum.org.

Registration for Saratoga Springs Little League Spring 2023 Now Open

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Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Registration for the Spring 2023 season of Saratoga Springs Little League is now open.

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. 

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.

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

February 11 – February 17, 2023

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New York State Police

A three-car crash in Malta on Feb. 12 resulted in two aggravated DWI arrests, State Police said.
Anthony S. Alifano, 28, of Clifton Park, was charged with aggravated DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. 

Tameka E. Jones, 38, of Queensbury, was charged with aggravated DWI and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance. 

Tristan J. Mason, 20, of Halfmoon, was charged Feb. 13 with Burglary in the Third-Degree. 

Christopher P. Haskell, 39, of Ballston Spa, was charged with DWI, after his vehicle was stopped by State Police on State Route 9 in Malta for suspected violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Laws. Further investigation determined Haskell had a previous DWI conviction in the last 10 years.

Jennifer M. Manz, 40, of Wilton, was charged with DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations, after being stopped on State Route 50 in Saratoga Springs. She was transported to SP Saratoga for processing, where Manz recorded a 0.22% BAC, according to State Police.

Michael D. Sullivan, 52, of Ballston, was charged with DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.  He was transported to SP Saratoga for processing, where he recorded a 0.21% BAC, State Police said.

Saratoga Springs Police

Christian Frazier, 48, of Pottersville, was charged Feb. 13 with DWI, and Aggravated DWI.

Javier Dalmasi, 28, of Ballston Spa, was charged Feb. 12 with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation, Operating Motor Vehicle Impaired By Drugs, Unauthorized Use Vehicle:Without Owner Consent, Unlawful Fleeing A Police Officer In A Motor Vehicle, Reckless Driving, Unsafe Movement Of Stopped Motor Vehicle, Unsafe Passing On Left, Moved From Lane Unsafely, Speed Violation:Speed In Zone, Passed Vehicle On Right, Speed Not Reasonable, Avoiding Traffic Device, Drive motor vehicle on/across sidewalk, Failure to stop at a stop sign, and making an unsafe turn.

Kevin Kelly, 42, of Saratoga Sorings, was charged Feb. 12 with petit larceny and trespassing.

William Gallager, 23, was charged Feb. 11. with DWI.

Anthony Capasso, 21, of Northford, Connecticut, was charged Feb. 11 with Criminal Mischief and criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Thomas Deschaine, 51, of Hudson Falls, was charged Feb. 7 with Robbery-2nd Degree: Displays What Appears To Be A Firearm, and Assault 3rd Degree: With Intent To Cause Physical Injury.

Francis “Gary” Brooks

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Francis “Gary” Brooks, age 73, of Queensbury, NY, passed away on February 9, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Gary was born on June 4, 1949 in Saratoga Springs, the son of the late Gilbert and Mildred (Howard) Brooks. Gary graduated from St. Peter’s Academy in 1967 in Saratoga Springs and then went on to get his Business Administration degree at Albany Business College. He then eventually furthered his education at Bryant & Stratton Business Institute in Albany in 1996. Every year, he was happy to complete the Income Taxes for countless friends & family!

Gary married Anne Kearney in 1969 and share daughter Whitney (Brooks) Rebisz. Gary is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Dave; his long-term committed relationship with Gretchen Mutaf; his sister Denise and brother-in-law Frank Largen; his dear friends Jeff & Milayne Jackson-Kingsley; and many musician friends he played with throughout his entire life.

Preceding Gary in death includes his father Gilbert, his mother Mildred (Howard) Brooks, and his brother Malcolm.

Gary will always be remembered through the music he played with numerous bands including The Shames, The Cherry Stones, Breakfast of Champions, Whisper, Merlin’s Minstrels, Emerald City, Gary Brooks Band, Bobby Kaye and ‘Them,’ Joe Mele Band, Janis Joplin Tribute Show, Joe Jackson and Armed & Dangerous Band, Wild Bill & the Rhythm Kings, Thunder Road, the Milayne Jackson Trio and his solo career.

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 10-11 a.m. on Friday, February 17, 2023 with an 11 a.m. Funeral Home service at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway Saratoga Springs. Burial will follow in Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave.

Visit burkefuneralhome.com

Greg Wrobel

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Greg Wrobel, 75, passed 2/11/2023 Calling hours are 4-7, Friday, 2/17/23 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass, 10 a.m., 2/18/23 at Church of St. Peter, followed by burial in Greenridge Cemetery. Celebration of life July 2023. Memorial donations to  Camp Kesem, a 501(c)3 (donate.kesem.org/Big-Foot) Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com 

Elinor (Ellie) Johnson Riter

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Elinor (Ellie) Johnson Riter, 90, died Friday morning (Feb. 10, 2023) at Saratoga Hospital. Calling hours were held 2/17/23 at St. Peter’s Church 10-11am. Mass at 11, burial to follow St. Peter’s cemetery. Memorial donations to Church of St. Peter. Celebration of life at a later date. www.burkefuneralhome.com