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Acclaimed Husband-Wife Duo Returns to Caffe Lena

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Caffè Lena recently announced the return of Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams. The duo will perform at the famed folk venue on March 29, 2026.

Married and making music together for nearly four decades, Campbell and Williams both have impressive and extensive music resumes. Campbell spent 8 years playing live with Bob Dylan; Williams sang with Mavis Staples, Emmylou Harris, and Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead; and together, they spent 7 years performing with Levon Helm of The Band.

Campbell is a Grammy-winning master of all things stringed—mandolin, bouzouki, violin, lap steel, banjo—while Williams’ powerhouse vocals bring “gospel-rooted fire and emotional depth.”

Their new album, “All This Time,” has been called their most romantic and intuitive work yet.

Tickets can be acquired at www.caffelena.org/event/larry-campbell-teresa-williams/.

Week of December 12 – December 18 , 2025

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Blotter, Police Blotter.

Blotter Report

Below are arrests reported by the New York State Police and Saratoga Springs Police Department from Dec. 3- Dec. 10.

Dec. 3, 2025, 1:26 a.m. – New York State Police arrested a Centereach man in the Town of Wilton on four misdemeanors — DWI- first offense, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle- 3rd degree, operation of motor vehicle with .08 of 1% or more in blood- first offense and aggravated DWI. Issued appearance ticket. 

Dec. 3, 2025, 3:44 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Lake woman in the Town of Clifton Park on two misdemeanors — petit larceny and 6th degree conspiracy. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 3, 2025, 10:08 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs man on Ballston Avenue on four violations — 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, unsafe backing of a vehicle, operating an unregistered vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle without inspection certificate. 

Dec. 3, 2025, 9:36 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs man on Broadway for 3rd degree criminal trespass: property fenced in or enclosed. 

Dec. 3, 2025, 10:57 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Gansevoort woman in the City of Saratoga Springs on two misdemeanors — DWI- 1st offense and criminal possession of a controlled substance- 7th degree. 

Dec. 3, 2025, 11:19 p.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs man at the intersection of Ballston Avenue and Hamilton Street for two violations — failure to stop at a stop sign and DWI: previous conviction within last 10 years. 

Dec. 4, 2025, 10:02-04 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a man on Circular Street on charges of criminal possession of stolen property. The same man was later arrested at the police station at 5 Lake Avenue on charges of 4th degree grand larceny, property greater than $1000. 

Dec. 4, 2025, 11:42 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa woman in the City of Saratoga Springs for DWI. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 5, 2025, 4:02 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Watervliet woman on charges of DWI- first offense and operating a motor vehicle with .08 of 1% alcohol or more in blood- 1st Offense. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 5, 2025, 9:10 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Mechanicville man on Jefferson Street on charges of petit larceny. 

Dec. 5, 2025, 10:53 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Porter Corners man in the Town of Day for misdemeanor unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle after a two-car vehicle crash on North Shore Road. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 5, 2025, 11:27 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Hadly man in Queensbury on charges of felony 4th degree grand larceny stemming from an incident in the Town of Corinth. Held no bail. 

Dec. 6, 2025, 3:02 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Waterford man in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of DWI- first offense and operation of a motor vehicle .08 of 1% blood alcohol. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 6, 2025, 7:19 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Hudson Falls man in the Town of Malta on charges of misdemeanor 3rd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 6, 2025, 8:50 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Buffalo man in the town of Halfmoon for misdemeanor aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle- 3 open suspensions. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 6, 2025, 9:03 a.m.- New York State Police arrested an Albany man in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Appearance Ticket issued.

Dec. 6, 2025, 10:15 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Gansevoort man in the Town of Wilton on two felonies and misdemeanor — 2nd degree strangulation, 2nd degree assault and acting in a manner to injure a child. Held no bail. 

Dec. 6, 2025, 11:14 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Ballston Spa woman in the Town of Malta on charges of DWI first offense. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 6, 2025, 11:27 p.m.- New York State Police arrested a Mechanicville man in the Town of Halfmoon on charges of misdemeanor menacing, aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and felony criminal possession of a weapon. Appearance ticket issued. 

Dec. 7, 2025, 12:57 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Saratoga Springs man at the intersection of Ballston Avenue and Avenue of The Pines on charges of 2nd degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and equipment violation, sub-standard lights. 

Dec. 7, 2025, 3:45 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Gansevoort man at the intersection of Excelsior Avenue and Loughberry Road South on four charges — Driving while intoxicated- first offense, failure to stop at a stop sign, operating a motor vehicle with .08 of 1% blood alcohol, aggravated DWI .18 of 1% blood alcohol- no priors. 

Dec. 7, 2025, 5:36 a.m.- Saratoga Springs Police arrested a Ballston Spa man at the intersection of High Rock Avenue and Lake Avenue on charges of DWI- 1st offence and stop/stand/parking highway violation. 

Dec. 7, 2025, 7:55 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Burnt Hills man in the Town of Glennville, stemming from an incident in the Town of Ballston on charges of felony criminal possession of a weapon, misdemeanor menacing and misdemeanor criminal possession of a weapon. 

Dec. 8, 2025, 7:24 a.m.- New York State Police arrested a Saratoga Springs minor in the Town of Wilton on charges of 3rd degree menacing. Family court appearance ticket issued. 

Mary Ellen Scherer

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COHOES – Mary Ellen Scherer passed away December 6, 2025. She was surrounded in love by her family and the caring staff of Eddy Village Green in Cohoes, NY.  A funeral and burial to honor and celebrate her life will be held in the spring of 2026. For condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

SPAC Announces 2026 Culinary Arts Events

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Photos of Natasha Pickowicz, Jyoti and Auyon Mukharji, and Devin Finigan provided by SPAC.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) recently announced the return of its CulinaryArts@SPAC initiative this winter and spring, presented at The Pines at SPAC.

The 2026 season begins on Feb. 5 with chef and four-time James Beard Award finalist Natasha Pickowicz, fresh off the release of her new book “Everyone Hot Pot,” an exploration of Lunar New Year traditions.

On April 23, mother-son team Jyoti and Auyon Mukharji will present “Heartland Masala: Indian Cooking from an American Kitchen,” blending Indian culinary traditions with diasporic American stories. 

The series concludes on May 21 with “A Kitchen on Goose Cove,” celebrating the culinary magic of coastal Maine with acclaimed chef Devin Finigan of Aragosta, recognized as one of Food & Wine’s best restaurants in both 2024 and 2025. 

Each event features exclusive tastings; conversation with chefs, authors and hosts; and opportunities for book signings. The conversations will be recorded for future broadcast on WAMC’s The Roundtable as part of its “WAMC on the Road” series.

“CulinaryArts@SPAC is a celebration of culture, connection, and the power of a shared table,” said Elizabeth Sobol, CEO of SPAC. “This season, from Natasha Pickowicz’s joyous exploration of hot pot traditions, to the Mukharjis’ rich journey through Indian cuisine, to Devin Finigan’s evocative taste of the Maine coast, each gathering reflects SPAC’s mission to bring people together through art, nature, and the stories that shape how we eat. I’m especially delighted to welcome Auyon Mukharji, whose band Darlingside is one of my personal favorites, adding a familiar and local musical connection to the evening.”

Gerald R. Carter

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WILTON – Gerald R. Carter passed away December 5, 2025, in the comfort of his home in Wilton.  There will be a Celebration of Jerry’s Life at the Gansevoort Volunteer Fire Dept., 1870 Rte. 32N, Wilton, NY, on December 27 at 1:00 pm.  All are welcome.  For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Janet Marie Aldinger

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SARATOGA SPRINGS – Janet Marie Aldinger passed away December 5, 2025, just ten days shy of her 92nd birthday.  Calling were held on December 10, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY followed by a funeral service.  For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Toto to Go to Toga

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Image via Live Nation.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Toto will bless the rains down in Saratoga on July 16.

The pop-rock group best known for a string of hits released in the 1980s will appear at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) this summer, bringing with them Oscar and Grammy winner Christopher Cross, as well as power-pop band The Romantics, known for their hits “What I Like About You” and “Talking in Your Sleep.”

SPAC’s summer lineup is becoming increasingly busy, with 11 acts already booked for the amphitheater main stage and another 5 Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center performances scheduled for the Arthur Zankel Music Center at Skidmore College.

Linda Lee “Bunny” Igoe

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ALBANY, NY- Linda Lee “Bunny” Igoe passed away on November 25, 2025. A memorial service will be at Burke Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway on Saturday, January 24, 2025. Visitation is at 10 am with a service starting at 11am. Burial in Greenridge cemetery will be private. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Record-Setting Field Hockey Player Receives All-State Honors

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs field hockey player Mia Khazin was recently named a Section 2 All-Stater for the Suburban Council. She was the only Blue Streak to earn All-State honors.

In October, Khazin shattered her school’s single-season scoring record with her 30th goal, surpassing Lindsey Frank’s record of 29, which was set in 2018.

Post-graduation, the senior will play field hockey for Division 1 Quinnipiac University.

Saratoga Hospital Unveils New Surgical Robot

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Photo of Saratoga Hospital’s new da Vinci 5 surgical robot provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ushering in what it called “a new era of precision and patient-centered care,” Saratoga Hospital recently announced the addition of a da Vinci 5 surgical robot.

The robot’s “enhanced ergonomics, improved visualization, and dramatically faster energy generator” are designed to improve surgical precision, reduce operation time, and support smoother instrument exchanges, the hospital said.

“Introducing the da Vinci 5 elevates our surgical capabilities and reinforces our dedication to delivering the highest quality care close to home,” said Jill VanKuren, president and CEO of Saratoga Hospital. “This technology supports our surgeons with new levels of precision and control, and it opens the door to safer, more efficient procedures for patients across our community.”