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Happy Cinco de Mayo

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Hello my Foodie Friends! 

Next week is Cinco de Mayo. Many of us foodies may be planning some type of festivity for this day. And what better way to celebrate than to eat delicious Mexican food. Our son lives in San Diego. The city is renowned for its wide selection of excellent Mexican restaurants and influence on the cuisine in that area. Mexican food is a major player on the San Diego food scene. Our son has also learned to add many Mexican flavors to his regular meals. One of his favorite things to do is to work with avocados and make guacamole or to get creative with salsas. To make the guacamole, the molcajete (a black volcanic rock) connects with making amazing and laborious Mexican dishes. One of those dishes is a salsa cruda, which is a red raw spicy salsa. The molcajete can be a very valuable object to assist when making your guacamole or salsa this Cinco de Mayo. The molcajete is among the world’s oldest culinary tools, volcanic rock mortars and pestles like these have been used by great cooks for thousands of years. Our molcajete (mortar) and tejolete (pestle) are hand carved from a single piece of basalt rock, so every piece is unique. In addition to being a great prep tool, the molcajete makes an impressive serving dish for guacamole and other party favorites. It is perfect for crushing whole spices and making spice blends, ideal for blending and serving guacamole—or for making pesto and other rustic sauces. You can line the molcajete with lettuce leaves to use as an all-purpose serving bowl. The rough interior texture of mortar helps crush and grind ingredients and it has a heavy pestle that does the work for you, ensuring efficient grinding, blending and mixing.

At Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place, we offer various types of mortar and pestles including the beautiful molcajete. Stop by and view our many spices that can be used to help you with your Cinco de Mayo culinary creations. Have a festive Cinco de Mayo. Remember Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

 Take Care,
John & Paula

REARDON Guac

 

Saratoga Farmers’ Market to Begin 43rd Outdoor Season in Two Locations

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Spring is in the air, and we are eager to move outdoors for our summer market season. May 1 marks the beginning of the 43rd outdoor market season for the Saratoga Farmers’ Market, the area’s longest-running, producer-only farmers’ market. The Saturday market will open at the current location, the Wilton Mall Bon-Ton parking lot, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Wednesday market will open at High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs from 3 to 6 p.m. every week. 

The location split results from various factors, including COVID-19 social distancing guidelines, customer parking, accessibility, and community feedback. A recent survey with more than 700 responses resulted in an even split in public opinion on holding markets downtown versus the Wilton Mall. 

This year’s weekly Saturday markets will feature more than 70 vendors selling fresh produce, dairy products, eggs, meat, poultry, flowers, prepared foods, and more. The Wednesday markets will feature about 20 vendors with a similar range of products. Both markets will also include music, community guests, and periodic special events like Saturday’s Blueberry Festival in July and Power of Produce (POP) Club for kids on Wednesdays this summer.

We are excited to welcome new and returning vendors into the mix carrying a variety of products. Some to look out for include Capital Greens NY, Charlton Woodworking, Dancing Ewe Farm, Grazin’ Acres Farm, Leaning Birch Farm, Lovin’ Mama Farm, M & A Farm, Mirage Waterless, Native Farm Flowers, Night Work Bread, Old Tavern Farm, TogaNola Snack Company, Vashti’s Kitchen Delights, and Nine Pine Soup and Design. 

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market has remained committed to creating a safe environment for both vendors and customers, including handwashing and sanitizing stations, social distancing, and mask requirements. As we move into the summer season, we will continue to enforce these state-issued regulations for the health and safety of our community. 

The addition of an online ordering and curbside pickup program has provided an alternative for customers to safely and conveniently access local goods without having to shop inside the market. Orders can be placed online each week between Monday at 9 p.m. and Thursday at 9 p.m. for curbside pickup on Saturdays. Visit localline.ca/saratoga-farmers-market.

“Warming temperatures are a sign that the summer market season is about to begin, and we can’t wait for all it will bring this year: spring flowers, summer produce, live music, and community in the great outdoors,” says Market Administrator Emily Meagher.

Wednesday Market Vendors:

  • Burger Farm
  • Euro Delicacies
  • Gifford Farms
  • Gómez Veggie Ville
  • Left Field
  • Mister Edge Sharpening
  • Nine Pine Soup and Design
  • Old World Farm
  • Owl Wood Farm
  • Saratoga Apple
  • Saratoga Garlic Company
  • Scotch Ridge Berry Farm
  • Squash Villa Farm
  • The Chocolate Spoon
  • The Food Florist
  • The Mushroom Shop
  • Underwood’s Greenhouse/Shushan Valley Hydro Farm
  • Vashiti’s Kitchen Delights

Saturday Market Vendors:

  • 518 Farms
  • Argyle Cheese Factory
  • Balet Flowers & Design, LLC
  • Ballston Lake Apiaries
  • Big Breath Wellness
  • Bunker Hill Organic LLC
  • Burger Farm
  • Capital Greens NY 
  • Charlton Woodworking
  • Daily Fresh
  • Dancing Ewe Farm
  • Elihu Farm
  • Euro Delicacies
  • Feathered Antler
  • Fossil Stone Farms
  • Freddy’s Rockin’ Hummus
  • Giovanni Fresco
  • Gómez Veggie Ville
  • Grandma Apple’s Cheesecakes, LLC
  • Grazin Acres Farm
  • Green Jeans Market Farm
  • Hebron Valley Veal
  • Junbucha
  • Kokinda Farm
  • Leaning Birch Farm
  • Left Field
  • Longlesson Farm
  • Lovin’ Mama Farm
  • M & A Farm
  • Mariaville Mushroom Men
  • Mirage Waterless LLC
  • Moon Cycle Seed Company
  • Moxie Ridge Farm
  • Mrs Londons
  • Muddy Trail Jerky Co.
  • Mugzy’s Barkery
  • Native Farm Flowers
  • Nettle Meadow
  • Night Work Bread
  • Old Tavern Farm
  • Old World Farm
  • Owl Wood Farm
  • Petra Pocket Pies
  • Pleasant Valley Farms
  • Puckers Gourmet
  • Pura Vida Fisheries, Inc
  • R&G Cheesemakers 
  • Ramble Creek Farm
  • Saratoga Apple
  • Saratoga Chocolate Co. 
  • Saratoga Crackers
  • Saratoga Garlic Company
  • Saratoga Peanut Butter Co.
  • Saratoga Spicery
  • Saratoga Suds ‘n’ Stuff
  • Scotch Ridge Berry Farm
  • Slate Valley Farms
  • Slovonian European Cafe
  • Slyboro Cider House
  • Something’s Brewing
  • Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery
  • Squash Villa Farm
  • Talmadge’s Vegetables
  • The Chocolate Spoon
  • The Food Florist
  • The Smoothie Shoppe INC
  • TogaNola Snack Company, LLC
  • Underwood’s Greenhouse/Shushan Valley Hydro Farm
  • Vashiti’s Kitchen Delights
  • Yankee Distillers LLC

April 30 – May 6, 2021

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Friday, April 30

Arbor Day Tree I.D. Walk
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 5 p.m.
Learn the basics of tree identification in honor of Arbor Day. What makes a tree coniferous or deciduous? How do we identify tree species? Join us to find out. Email info@wiltonpreserve.org or call 518-450-0321 to register.

Saturday, May 1

Fly Casting Clinic
Town of Halfmoon Park, 162 Rte. 236, Halfmoon | 10 a.m. – Noon
The Capital District Fly Fishers is holding its annual Fly-Casting Clinic.  The clinic also runs Sunday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.. Come learn to cast or get help to improve your casting skills.  If you have a rod, bring it. If you do not one will be provided. There is a $20 fee to cover cost. For information: about the fly-casting clinic contact Rodney Priddle 518-421-6762, Paul at 518-885-8257 or cdflyfishers@nycap.rr.com. All Participants must wear a mask and have eye protection. To register send an e-mail to RodneyPriddle@gmail.com. Please include name(s), phone number, if you are an experienced caster or new to fly casting.

May Day Journey Dance
100 Saratoga Village Blvd, Ballston Spa | 1 – 2 p.m.
May Day is an ancient festival of spring where joy, laughter and DANCE is shared.  Come welcome spring in connection! No dance experience necessary. Judgement free movement experience. State of the art floating bamboo dance floor. Masks provided, MEDIFY AIR filtration system. Space is limited.  RSVP to: MovementInsights@gmail.com

Sunday, May 2

Dharma Meditation
Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs | 9-10:15 a.m.
Dharma Meditation with Pierre Zimmerman has returned to an in-person or live format at Caffe Lena! Meetings will be held each Sunday. Please RSVP to Pierre by calling 413-992-7012 or emailing Pierre pzimmie2@icloud.com 24-hrs in advance. Masks must be worn at all times, and coronavirus safety measures, including distancing, will be practiced. A $10 donation is suggested.

Monday, May 3 

Learn to Make an Indian Feast: Gujarati Thali
Zoom Presentation hosted by the Saratoga Springs Public Library | 5 – 6 p.m.
Explore the exotic cuisine of Gujarat, a state in Northwestern India famous for its rich cultural heritage, especially dance (Garba and dandiya raas) and food. In this class, we will teach you the skills to create a typical Gujarati Thali (plate) that is a daily staple in Gujarati homes. A typical Thali consists of roti (bread), dal (lentils), shaak (vegetables), and rice. For this class, we will make Gujarati Toor Dal (pigeon peas), rotis (flat bread) and basmati rice. Please register online at www.sspl.org. 

Tuesday, May 4

Nature Craft Hour 
Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort | 10:30 a.m.
Join us each week for a different nature-based craft. Activities are TBD, but will include sun prints, natural tie dye, seed medallions, and more. This program has a $3 supply fee. Email info@wiltonpreserve.org or call 518-450-0321 to register.

Wednesday, May 5

Chicken Parmigiana Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Circle, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Chicken Parmigiana, penne pasta, tossed salad, garlic toast. Dinner for 2, $25 (cash only). 

Thursday, May 6

Academy for Lifelong Learning Fundraiser 
Balet Flowers & Design LLC, 5041 Nelson Ave. Ext., Malta | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 
Visit this local greenhouse and flower farm between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. and support A.L.L. To obtain an Academy coupon, please email jeff.shinaman@esc.edu. You will receive $5 off your purchase of $35 or more and A.L.L. will receive a 10% donation. The greenhouse is overflowing with hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, herbs, & vegetable plants. www.baletflowers.com. Find more information about the Academy for Lifelong Learning at www.esc.edu/all or call Jeff Shinaman at 518-587-2100 x2390.

First Thursdays With Saratoga Arts
Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Featuring Jillian Smith Trio. Jillian Smith is a jazz/blues vocalist, accompanied by keyboardist Jon LeRoy and percussionist Andy Hearn, the Trio’s playlist draws from the styles of Diana Krall, Carol King, Norah Jones, Bonnie Raitt and more. For this performance, the Trio will perform jazz standards, some classic rock and roll, and pop favorites in their own style- a little bit of everything for everyone to enjoy. Viewers will be able to social distance and safely watch the performance from outside through the window at the front of our building.  Weather permitting they may perform outside at our outdoor patio area.

BOE Candidate Connie Woytowich Knows “It Takes A Village”

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I’m writing to you about Connie Woytowich, a brilliant woman and strong candidate for Saratoga’s Board of education. Connie is a mother of four and a NYS master teacher with over 20 years of experience. As a mother and a professional, I stand in awe of Connie’s dedication to our community. 

When my eldest began kindergarten, Connie was the PTA President. Her thoughtful leadership ensured that our first experiences in Saratoga Schools were amazing. Our school’s fun and educational STEM Expo, which Connie not only built from the ground up, but has improved on and added to each year has remained a family favorite. Connie was also the past director of Camp Invention, which our children absolutely loved. As parents, we were thrilled to have our children inspired and challenged in a fun and exciting way. 

As a neighbor, Connie will always be known for her friendliness, willingness to help and ability to bring people together. Each Labor Day, she organized a back-to-school breakfast for the families on and around her street to help get everyone in back-to-school mode. 

Connie knows that “it takes a village.” Her commitment to kids, families and community is needed now more than ever. 

– Christina Cicardi, Saratoga Springs

Sundae on the Farm Agricultural Scholarship

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SARATOGA COUNTY — Residents of Saratoga County who wish to pursue a degree or career in the Agriculture industry will now have an opportunity to apply for a $2,000 scholarship. The Saratoga County Sundae on the Farm Agricultural Scholarship is currently accepting applications for the 2021 award. The scholarship is available to a person(s) who resides within Saratoga County and is successfully attending and pursuing an agricultural degree at a college or university and/or pursuing an agricultural career to seek employment in the agricultural industry entering their sophomore year of any academic year beyond, including graduate studies. Previous recipients have included students attending establishments such as Cornell University, Murray State University, and SUNY Cobleskill while studying such subjects as animal science, agricultural education, and agricultural business.

Visit ccesaratoga.org/agriculture for full details, including requirements, and an application. Submissions MUST include a 500-word (or less) essay describing interest and experience in agriculture, how educational and career goals relate to the field of agriculture, and agricultural volunteer experiences. Bonus points for anyone who has volunteered for Sundae on the Farm. All applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2021 for consideration and mailed to CCE Saratoga – Ag Promotion Committee, 50 West High St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. 

This scholarship is made possible by all those who volunteer, support, and contribute each year to Saratoga County’s Sundae on the Farm.

SUNY Empire State College Celebrates 50 Years with Dedicated Ice Cream Flavor

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Stewart’s Shops honored SUNY Empire State College for their 50th anniversary with a dedicated ice cream flavor. This flavor will be known as SUNY Empire Blue Ha-Ha, originally known as Brew Ha-Ha. The flavor is affectionately named after the SUNY Empire school mascot, Blue.

SUNY Empire Blue Ha-Ha is a Richer Roast coffee ice cream with espresso bean flavored chocolate flakes and will be available at the cone counter at all Saratoga Springs Stewart’s Shops through Sunday, August 29.

Stewart’s Shops president, Gary Dake says, “We believe in the power of education and congratulate SUNY Empire on 50 years of providing educational opportunities to students of all ages and backgrounds.”

Stewart’s Shops and SUNY Empire have partnered for years to offer student scholarships through the SUNY Empire Foundation. Graduates are encouraged to apply for a Stewart’s Shops $1000 scholarship. Applications are being accepted online through July 31. For more information please go online to: www.esc.edu/stewartsshops.

For more information on SUNY Empire visit www.esc.edu.

Meet Chris…

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In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Chris never ceases to amaze us. We believe his eloquence, profoundness, and ability to express himself are his true Super Powers. All of us encourage him to continue harnessing his creative language because it is exceedingly impressive! Special thanks to Sandy Izzo, who is a patient, dedicated mentor to Chris. 

– Saratoga Bridges 

Property Transactions: April 24 – April 30, 2021

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BALLSTON

Eastline Holdings LLC sold property at 19 Tamarack St to Charisse Steinberg for $402,580.

Timothy Paniccia sold property at 10 Mackenna Ct to Jesse Bisceglia for $444,000.

Roy Coppinger sold property at Lake Rd to Eric Ruehlman for $108,620.

Erica Schumaker sold property at 30 Chesterwood Ct to Jeremiah Strain for $310,000.

Brookview Court Inc sold property at 3101 Stonebridge Dr to James Marshall for $287,225

Shaun Zepf sold property at 211Ballston Ave to 211 Ballston Ave LLC for $270,000

CORINTH

 White Oak Acres sold property at 4534 Rt 9N to Mann Properties LLC for$387,000.

GREENFIELD

Cartier Construction Co LLC sold property at 7 Humes Rd to Lesly Lamb for $715,000.

MALTA

Nathan Byham sold property at 85 Ordelia Lane to Jackson Merced for $355,000.

Kenneth Richardson sold property at 13 Timber Trace to Joseph Gloeckner for $350,000

Dylan Collett sold property at 13 Weston Way to Dustin Klotz for $360,000

MILTON

Robert Vandy sold property at 214 Falsetto Court to Patrick McGowan for $355,000.

Michael Triller sold property at 80 Rowland St to Ryan Triller for $313,000

Matthew Zlotnick sold property at 148 Kayaderosseras Dr to William Shyne for $350,000

Patrick Longton sold property at 2 Woodthrush Court to Edward Horn for $330,000

Debra Wagner sold property at 113 Concord Ave to Mariah Lamb for $305,000

MOREAU

PDH properties LLC sold property at 101 Feeder Dam Rd to Kelsey Boucher for $199,900

William James sold property at 5 Woodcrest Dr to Dirck James for $240,000

Anthony Bruno sold property at 22 Marion Ave to Daniel Rice for $190,000

Clyde Ash sold property at 194/196 Fort Edward Rd to Richard Bubello for $285,250

SFH LLC sold property at 34 Spring St to Brian Mothias for $135,000

SFH LLC sold property at 16 Gansevoort Rd,16 Jackson, 2 Stewart & Stewart Ave to Brian Mothias for $478,400

SFH LLC sold property at 141-145 Main St,½ Stewart Ave to Brian Mothias for $673,200

SARATOGA

Paul Griffen sold property at 37 Spook Hollow Rd to Randi Armstrong for $300,000

Amanda Sanders sold property at 9 Herkimer to Vincent Bennett for $265,000.

Nicholas Henderson sold property at 7 Musket Dr to Jonathan Torres for $350,000

Andrew Holt sold property at 110 Franklin Beach Rd to Michael Diem for $275,000.

Geronimo Properties LLC sold property at 301 Old Ballston Ave to Morgan Skarbalak for $315,000.

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Spencers Landing LLC sold property at 34 Julians Way to Sara Kilian for $676,597

John Arpei sold property at 2 Nelson Ave to Michael Diem for $275,000.

Geronimo Properties LLC sold property at 301 Old Ballston Ave to Morgan Skarbalak for $315,000.

Susan Slawson sold property at 31 Vichy Dr to Joshua DeMaris for $309,000.

Richard Frank sold property at 33-35 Phila St to Philip Lambert for $950,000.

Luciano Properties sold property at 24 Jenna Jo Ave to Zachary Manz for $200,000.

WILTON

Kristina Mobilia sold property at 257 Edie Rd to Christopher Breslin for $186,000.

Thomas Clements sold property at 14 Hopeful Lane to Correy Connaway for $331,000.

The 147th Kentucky Derby

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For openers, this year’s Kentucky Derby will be different from past Derbies. This Derby will prohibit use of race-day medications, a decision not without some controversy.  How some runners react to racing 10- furlongs for the first time without medication is a new known unknown for fans and bettors. The industry’s goal, however, is to ban the use of race day medications by 2022.

A full field of 20 will again meet the starter. Contention begins with prep race winners and moves to “sneaky good” non-winners. Note, however, that the public’s “live” odds board continues to be a most reliable predictor of both contention and results. The winner will most likely emerge from among the public’s first 7-8 betting choices. 

Post positions and morning line odds in ascending order:

14) Essential Quality 2-1
15) Rock Your World 5-1
  1) Known Agenda 6-1
  9) Hot Rod Charlie 6-1
17) Highly Motivated 10-1
  8) Medina Spirit 15-1
  7) Mandaloun 15-1
  6) O Besos 20-1
11) Dynamic One 20-1
16) King Fury 20-1
10) Midnight Bourbon 20-1
19) Soup and Sandwich 30-1
18) Super Stock 30-1
20) Bourbonic 30-1
  2) Like the King 50-1
  3) Brooklyn Strong 50-1
  4) Keepmeinmind 50-1
  5) Sainthood 50-1
12) Helium 50-1
13) Hidden Stash 50-1

Line favorite (14) Essential Quality is talented but was all out in the Blue Grass chasing the length of the stretch to win over a tiring rival. For me, that is also a knock against the one he beat (17) Highly Motivated.  (16) Rock Your World easily defeated (8) Medina Spirit in the Santa Anita Derby, pressed by that rival before spurting clear. Florida Derby winner (1) Known Agenda is talented, but a one-paced grinder possibly hampered breaking inside and forced to race in and among rivals throughout. Louisiana Derby winner (9) Hot Rod Charlie is well posted to use his natural speed and tactical ability to secure good position and clear running. His win in the one mile and three-sixteenths Louisiana Derby was impressive. (8) Medina Spirit will be supported because of trainer Bob Baffert and jockey John Velazquez. This colt does not, however, have near the talent of Baffert’s recent Derby and Triple Crown Winners. (7) Mandaloun‘s defeat in the Louisiana Derby might be a sign he has peaked. (6) O Besos closed powerfully from the rear in that Louisiana Derby, and a repeat puts him in the mix. (11) Dynamic One, also trained by Pletcher, did everything but win the Wood Memorial when jockey Jose Ortiz did not see closing winner (20) Bourbonic rallying to his outside. 

So, I have knocks against the 1st and 5th morning linemakers choices. That leaves me with (9) Hot Rod Charlie, (16) Rock Your World, (11) Dynamic One, (6) O Besos, and (1) Known Agenda as my “key” horses, with questions surrounding both (8) Medina Spirit and (7) Mandaloun.

Statistics support the winner emerging from the first 7-8 public betting choices. Start with Morning Line odds. Then follow “live” odds, which will not change much from start to finish. Stick with the first 7-8 choices and you will most likely find the winner. But stats are predictors, not determiners. And Derby winners Victory Gallup, Thunder Gulch, Giacomo and Mine That Bird were among the longest odds when they won their Kentucky Derby.

Kentucky Derby Fun Facts

147th running at Churchill Downs Racetrack Louisville, KY

30K – Number of attendees expected for the 2021 Kentucky Derby (half capacity due to COVID-19). Plenty will also view from home; 8.3M people watched the race on TV last year.

$126M – Total amount wagered on the 2020 Kentucky Derby (50% less than in 2019).

$805M – Sales of thoroughbred horses in 2020
(down 26% from 2019).

$3M – Kentucky Derby purse guaranteed by Churchill Downs Racetrack

$200K – Estimated value of the
Kentucky Derby Trophy

$350K – 2018 auction price of 2020 Kentucky Derby champ, Authentic

$1.86M – The winner’s share in 2021

$1.2M – Won on a $18 bet on a series of races in 2018 (second largest in Derby history!)

90% – Of female attendees wear a hat to the Kentucky Derby. High-end Derby hats cost $500-1,000 and can take up to 7 days to make. The most expensive Derby hat cost $3M!

120K – Mint Juleps are served during the Kentucky Derby weekend.

$3.4B – Horse racingís economic impact on Kentucky

$2.7M – Raised for charity by the Kentucky Derby Festival Foundation since 2005

1875 – Year of the first Kentucky Derby making it the oldest continuously held major sporting event in the U.S.

400+ – Red roses are used to create the winner blankets; a tradition since 1896

1:59:40 – The fastest finish time in Kentucky Derby history by Secretariat in 1973

15 – Age of the youngest jockeys to win the Derby: Alonzo Clayton (1892) and James Perkins (1895). The oldest winning jockey was age 54: Bill Shoemaker (1986).

Saratoga Hospital Named to List Among “The World’s Best”

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SARATOGA SPRINGS —Saratoga Hospital has been named one of “The World’s Best Hospitals 2021” by Newsweek—a distinction earned by just six hospitals in the state. Other “World’s Best” facilities in New York are The Mount Sinai Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian, and NYU Langone Hospitals, all in New York City; North Shore University Hospital on Long Island and Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.

“The 2,000 hospitals named in this list—which covers 25 countries, including United States, United Kingdom, Germany and Canada —stand out for their consistent excellence, including distinguished physicians, top-notch nursing care and state-of-the-art technology,” writes Nancy Cooper, Global Editor-in-Chief for Newsweek, whose rankings appear in the magazines April 27,2021 edition. 

Saratoga Hospital ranks number 162 on the list and is the only community hospital in the state to make the list. 

“We are in great company, and it’s all because of our amazing team,” said Angelo Calbone, Saratoga Hospital president and CEO, in a statement. “Regardless of their role or department, our team members put patient care and satisfaction above all else. That’s what it means to be part of Saratoga Hospital, and the results are obvious—in the excellent care we provide, our investments in technology, and our emphasis on kindness and customer service with our patients, visitors and each other.”

The Newsweek ranking lists the best hospitals based on three data sources: recommendations from medical experts, results from patient surveys and medical key performance indicators for hospitals.

Saratoga Hospital was the first in the Capital Region to be awarded Magnet recognition for nursing excellence and has maintained Magnet status since 2004. The hospital also is a U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospital for 2020-2021. Last year, Saratoga Hospital received international attention for its research and success in demonstrating that community hospitals could use pooled testing for COVID-19 to save time, preserve scarce resources and improve safety for patients and staff.

For the full Newsweek rankings visit The World’s Best Hospitals 2021 at www.newsweek.com/best-hospitals-2021/united-states.