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Williams Financial’s Tyler Cinelli Earns Prestigious Certification

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Williams Financial recently announced that Tyler Cinelli has earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification, recognized as the standard of excellence in financial planning.

The CFP marks identify those individuals who have met the rigorous experience and ethical requirements of the CFP Board, including having successfully completed financial planning coursework at an accredited college or university and passed the 6-hour comprehensive CFP certification exam.

As a financial planner and the firm’s retirement plan specialist, Cinelli works with households to clarify and pursue their financial goals, while also assisting in designing and managing the firm’s investment portfolios. He also serves as Williams Financial’s trading specialist, executing client trades during both regular account rebalancing and in response to cash flow needs. Cinelli joined Williams Financial in 2017.

“Tyler’s dedication to professional growth is matched only by his care for the clients he serves,” said James (JJ) Williams, the CEO and founder of Williams Financial. “Earning the CFP certification demonstrates his commitment to delivering the highest standard of fiduciary financial planning, and we are proud to celebrate this milestone with him.”

Williams Financial is an independent, fee-only Registered Investment Advisory firm with offices in Saratoga Springs and North Bennington, Vermont.

13th Annual Pints for Preservation Pub Crawl on Oct. 18

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is hosting its popular Pints for Preservation Pub Crawl on Saturday, Oct. 18.

The event starts at 3 p.m. at Druthers Brewing Company, 381 Broadway, with stops at bars throughout downtown Saratoga Springs, including Tin & Lint, Saratoga City Tavern, Henry Street Taproom, and The Parting Glass. All proceeds from the event support the Foundation’s mission to promote the preservation and enhancement of the architectural, cultural, and landscape heritage of Saratoga Springs.

Participants will enjoy drink specials throughout the day, as well as light fare at Saratoga City Tavern and The Parting Glass. Participants can take part in an Architectural Scavenger Hunt to win a “Major Award.” Raffle tickets will also be available to win several prizes from local businesses. The crawl will culminate with an after party at The Parting Glass where winners will be announced.

All participants will receive a complimentary pub crawl t-shirt and pint glass with the purchase of tickets, while supplies last. The online registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 17 at 9 p.m. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit www.saratogapreservation.org, or call (518) 587-5030.

Beauty Shop Moves from B-Spa to Downtown Saratoga

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Petal + Hive, a clean beauty store, recently celebrated its grand opening at 510 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs during a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.

The business, founded by Jillian Ehrenberg, first opened in Ballston Spa in 2020 and then moved to the more spacious location on Broadway this year.

Petal + Hive bills itself as Saratoga’s destination for clean beauty and self-care. The boutique features Ehrenberg’s own Petal + Hive everyday bath and body line and Acta Beauty, her prestige anti-aging brand launched in 2023. Petal + Hive also offers a curated selection of cosmetics and wellness products from like-minded indie brands.

Preservation Foundation Sells Restored Property on Phila Street

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation recently announced that it sold the 1851 Alexander A. Patterson House at 65 Phila Street to Cecelia (CeCe) Bette.

In 2024, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation completed the rehabilitation of the historic property that had been long neglected. After years of advocating against demolition and working with the city to enforce property maintenance codes, the Foundation acquired the building in May 2021 with the assistance of Mark Haworth, a long-time member of the Foundation. The Foundation undertook a comprehensive rehabilitation, including environmental remediation, structural stabilization, and exterior restoration.

Since listing the property in 2024, the Foundation had sought a buyer who would complete the interior of the home and be a good steward for years to come. Upon returning from a job in England, Cecelia Bette knew she wanted to set down roots in Saratoga. 

“When 65 Phila became available, it was clear to me that it was not only a great property in a great location but the perfect opportunity to put my talents to work,” Bette said in a news release.  “I recognized the tremendous job the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation had done rehabilitating the property and knew I could pick up where they left off.”

As the granddaughter of Michael Bette, founder of Albany-based BBL Construction, Cecelia has been surrounded by construction and historic preservation from a young age. Now working as a licensed associate broker at First Columbia and Bette & Cring, Bette was looking to embark on her own project. “I am thrilled to work with the Foundation and do my part in preserving some of Saratoga’s history,” she said. 

More than four years after purchasing the property, the Foundation’s Executive Director Samantha Bosshart was thrilled to see the house in good hands. “There were times when I thought that 65, and its neighbor, 69 Phila Street, would be lost,” Bosshart said. “I’m so excited to have CeCe finish what took a village to do to get 65 Phila Street to this point. The Foundation is so fortunate to have so many who believed in the project. Welcome to the neighborhood, CeCe!”

October 10 – October 16 , 2025

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Property Transactions.

BALLSTON 

Corinna Ducharme sold property at 31 Skaarland Dr to Joshua Dagostino for $450,000

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 31 Mackenna Ct to Matthew Waskiewicz for $756,805

Monica Graff sold property at 11 Sherwood Lane to Aidan Ramirez for $340,000

Anthony Clabrese sold property at 29 Chapel Hill Blvd to William Danaher for $605,000

Curtis August sold property at 13 Jovan Ct to Sarah Maci for $605,000

CORINTH

Aaron Longacre sold property at 114 Beech St to Peter Francis for $173,500

GALWAY

Michael Brault sold property at 5037 Sacandaga Rd to William Lyon for $489,000

GREENFIELD

Jeremy Van Wormer sold property at 54 Greene Rd to Tyler Blakely for $432,900

MALTA

Sharon Burton sold property at 49 Village Circle North to Dennis Coyle for $755,000

Timothy Dickinson sold property at 11 Lucille Lane to Scott Desoyners for $605,000

Angela Bevivino sold property at 445 Rt 67 to Amanda Oakes for $227,900

Michaels Group Homes LLC sold property at 13 Wiggins Dr to TNT Wiggins LLC for $545,810

MILTON

Diane Melucci sold property at 29 Carriage Way to Cody Clemens for $475,000

George Hall sold property at 907 Rock City Rd to Jeremy Fenton for $270,000

James Craig sold property at 63 East High St to Charles Lamendola for $547,500

James Van Pelt sold property at 102 Division St to Christopher Bloniarz for $451,000

Paula Richards sold property at 102 South St to David Stuart for $368,000

SARATOGA

Jacqueline Abodeely sold property at 110 Schuyler Mills Dr to Kristine Reece for $720,000

Patricia Jolie sold property at 826-828 NYS Rt 29 to 29 NY Properties LLC for $370,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Joseph Wood sold property at 460 Grand Ave to Christian Coyne for $840,000

Adelphi Owner II LLC sold property at 19 Washington St Apt 655 to Allison O’Connor for $990,000

Robert Chodos sold property at 768 North Broadway to Christine Button for $1,487,500

Great Saratoga Location LLC sold property at 149 Phila St to Philara LLC for $1,100,000

Donald Ernst sold property at NYS Rt 29 to Prime Station Lane LLC for $450,000

Shelly Park LLC sold property at 146 Regent St to Adam Savage for $980,000

WILTON

Forest Grove LLC sold property at 83 Daintree Dr to Patricia Stickney for $718,822

Forest Grove LLC sold property at 14 Plumas Pl to Joseph Zadoorian for $796,043

Anthony Mone sold property at 17 White Birch Lane to Antionette Clay for $477,777

23rd Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show Rolls into Downtown Ballston Spa

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– The 23rd annual show will take place on Sunday Oct. 12 in Ballston Spa (Courtesy of the BSBPA)
Over 400 entries typically grace the streets of Ballston Spa 

Downtown Ballston Spa will once again rev up with the return of the 23rd Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 9 AM to 4 PM. 

Presented by the Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association (BSBPA), this beloved community event will transform Front Street into a display of automotive history, featuring hundreds of classic cars, trucks, and—new this year—a limited number of motorcycles.

Each year, the car show attracts more than 400 entries and thousands of visitors to the village, making it one of the region’s most popular fall events. Guests can stroll the show route to admire beautifully restored vehicles, enjoy live music, visit local food, and merchandise vendors, and check out the Kids’ Zone at Old Iron Spring Park. The day will conclude with a trophy presentation recognizing outstanding entries.

“We’re so proud to be bringing this event back for its 23rd year,” said Christine Kernochan, Chairperson of the Car Show Committee. “It’s a day that celebrates not only a love for classic cars, but also the incredible community spirit that makes Ballston Spa such a special place. The show continues to grow every year, thanks to our volunteers, sponsors, and the support of local businesses,” 

Day-of registration for show cars will be available for $25 cash, while motorcycles must pre-register at www.ballston.org  by Thursday, October 9 due to limited space. The event is free for spectators, with a rain date scheduled for Sunday, October 19.

This year’s Checkered Flag Sponsors are Mangino Chevrolet Buick GMC, Michael’s Automotive, Ballston Spa National Bank, MJP Heating and Cooling, Pompa Bros, Morris Ford, and Friend of the BSBPA.

For more information about the 23rd Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show, including registration details and event updates, please visit www.ballston.org.

Meet Merv 

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Merv was found on the streets as a stray and brought into a veterinarian’s office in the capital district. It was determined that he may have been born with only one eye, but that doesn’t slow him down. He is about 1 year old, neutered and up to date on vaccines. He loves attention and to be with people, but he loves dogs just as much, so having a cat-loving drooler in the home is a plus. He has a ton of energy and loves toys with catnip. It seems as though he has had a tough beginning, so now it’s time to find his happily ever after.

Tedisco Honors Saratoga County Veteran for Being Named National Historian of American Legion During America 250 

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Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston) today honored a Saratoga County resident who was just appointed to serve as the National Historian for the American Legion during the celebration of America’s 250th birthday. 

Tedisco presented the New York State Senate Commendation Award and a Proclamation to U.S. Army veteran David W. Lockhart of the town of Hadley for his advocacy on behalf of veterans.

Lockhart was appointed to a one-year-term as National Historian of the American Legion on Aug. 28, 2025, at the 106th National Convention in Tampa, Fla.  

 “David Lockhart is an outstanding and dedicated veteran who has served his country with honor and continues to serve as a strong voice for his fellow veterans,” said Senator Jim Tedisco.  “I’m proud to honor David who is always there for our veterans at countless events and programs, with a NYS Senate Proclamation and the Commendation Award for all he does in service to our state and nation.” 

Lockhart was born and raised in Corinth. N.Y. After graduating Corinth High School in 1981, he joined the U.S. Army as a food service specialist. While in the Army, Lockhart earned the Good Conduct Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army service ribbon and Overseas service ribbon. He was honorably discharged in 1984 as a specialist 4th class. 

 After retiring in 2013, Lockhart was active in his community coaching little league teams for 16 years and Babe Ruth teams for three years. He is a trustee of the friends of the New York State Military Museum in Saratoga and has participated in Saratoga County’s Deceased Veterans Program since 2008.    

 Lockhart joined Horace D. Washburn American Legion Post 533 in Corinth in 2002.

 He served as sergeant-at-arms, adjutant, vice commander and commander at the county level. At the department level, he served on the membership team and as department National Cemetery Chairman. He was also president of Department Press Association in 2021.  

 A 2008 American Legion College graduate, Lockhart enjoys fly fishing, strumming his guitar and traveling with his wife and his border collie to Fenway Park. He resides along the Hudson River in Hadley, N.Y.  

Purely Pendenza: An Exclusive First Look at Pendenza Wine’s Portfolio

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Bocage Champagne Bar is proud to present Purely Pendenza, an unprecedented tasting event hosted by Pendenza Wine founder Megan Anderson, a former colleague of Bocage co-owner Zac Denham from NYC’s Casa Dani. This one-day-only experience offers wine lovers the rare opportunity to explore Pendenza’s groundbreaking portfolio — featuring 15 remarkable wines from Slovenia, Lebanon, Syria and beyond — many of which are debuting in the United States for the very first time.

“Be the first to try some of these special wines,” says Anderson, Pendenza’s co-founder. “I’ve traveled to most of these countries myself and chosen fantastic fine wines from family-owned vineyards that have never been served in the States.”

 Among the most special? A wine by Domaine de Bargylus, in war-torn Syria. Raved about in USA Today (“Amid bombs in bullets in Syria, a vineyard blooms”), and all the rage in Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe, the fine wine is now being served in the U.S. for the first time, in Houston, and Anderson is bringing it to upstate New York for the very first time.

 “This is an extraordinary chance for our community to taste selections from markets rarely seen stateside,” says Denham. “This event marks a major milestone in Bocage’s tradition of bringing the world’s most distinctive wines to Saratoga Springs.”

Reserve your spot now: https://www.bocagechampagnebar.com/store/events/