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Julie & Co. Agents Awarded New Real Estate Designations

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lisa A. McTygue, ABR of Julie & Co Realty LLC was recently awarded the Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation. 

McTygue earned the “Graduate, Realtor Institute” (GRI) Designation by attending a minimum of 90 hours of classroom instruction, covering a variety of real estate specialization subjects. The GRI designation sets the individuals who have attained it apart from other practitioners because it indicates to the public that the individual has an educational foundation on which to base the services they provide and that they are a member of the National Association of Realtors. 

Julie & Co. Realty, LLC is also pleased to announce that Monika Patrycja Cronin, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson from The Monika Cronin Team has been awarded the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE), and Certified Real Estate Team Specialist (C-RETS) designations.

SRS is the premier seller agency designation in the country. RENE certification is the premier negotiation credential in the country. C-RETS certification is the premier team credential in the country. 

Cronin was required to successfully complete comprehensive coursework in seller representation, demonstrate significant seller representation experience and expertise, negotiation, team development and management and continuing to subscribe to the Realtor Code of Ethics.

June 27 – July 3, 2020

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POLICE

Michael Joralemon, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was charged June 26 with criminal mischief, a misdemeanor. 

Courtney Murray, 22, of Slingerlands, was charged June 26 in Saratoga Springs with felony grand larceny, felony identity theft, and the misdemeanors: criminal impersonation, and unlawful possession personal ID.

Zyaire Nays, 29, of Ballston Spa, was charged June 26 in Saratoga Springs with criminal mischief, and act in manner injure child. 

Matthew Moran, 25, was charged June 27 with misdemeanor DWI and failure to obey a traffic device.

Jonah Stallard, 27, of Saratoga Springs, was charged June 27 with assault in the third-degree, a misdemeanor. 

David Lewis, 57, of Saratoga Springs, was charged June 27 with misdemeanor DWI, criminal possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of marijuana, harassment, and three driving violations, after being involved in a personal injury accident.

Diane Foglietta, 61, of Schuylerville, was charged June 28 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and a speeding violation.

Nathan Surprenant, 31, of Saratoga Springs, was charged June 23 with misdemeanor petit larceny. 

Andrea Smith, 33, of Saratoga Springs, was charged June 24 with petit larceny, and criminal possession of stolen property. Both charges are misdemeanors. 

Craig Bassett, 44, of Ballston Spa, was charged June 26 in Saratoga Springs with possession of a controlled substance in a non-original container. 

Brian Raymond, 50, Chad Lang, 46, John Lavada, 30, Jason Rector, 39, Lorie Savage, 54 – all of Saratoga Springs, were each cited June 24 with one count trespass on Woodlawn Avenue. 

Dennis Lascault, 28 and Dylan Barber, 27 – both of Saratoga Springs were each cited June 27 with trespass. 

Daniel Flores, 24, of Glens Falls, was charged June 28 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, refusal to take a breath test, and two driving violations. 

Janice DeMaria

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Janice DeMaria, 78, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020. Memorial donations may be made to the Saratoga County Animal Shelter. Services were private. When the Covid-19 pandemic is behind us, all family and friends will be invited to a celebration of Janice’s life. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

Amelia Theresa Dejnozka

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JACKSONVILLE, FL — Amelia Theresa Dejnozka, 91, passed away June 25, 2020. She was born in Schenectady on August 18, 1928. Memorial donations in Amelia’s name to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude’s Hospital. Services took place on July 1 at Burke Funeral Home, followed by burial at Maplewood Cemetery. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

Remigia A. Foy

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Remigia A. Foy, 91 passed away June 30, 2020. Calling hours: Monday July 6, 2020, 2-6 p.m. at Burke Funeral Home. Following required health protocols- maximum attendance of 30 people in the facility at a time.  Masks/face coverings must be worn. Services and burial will be private. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

July 3 – July 22, 2020

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Friday, July 10

Weekend Yard Sale Fundraiser
Gateway House of Peace, 479 Rowland St., Ballston Spa | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Gateway House of Peace is a donor driven end-of-life home that cares for local residents and families during a loved one’s final days. All proceeds go to the Gateway House of Peace. The sale will continue Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Wednesday, July 15

Virtual Wine Tasting Fundraiser
Sustainable Saratoga invites you to a Virtual Wine Tasting at 6 p.m.. The event will be informative, fun and raise much-needed funds to continue the programs you support. This event will feature the award-winning wines of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, located in New York’s Finger Lakes wine region. The winery has generously donated a portion of the wines for this event, and all proceeds from the event go directly to helping fund the sustainability efforts of Sustainable Saratoga.  Two wine packages available. Quantities are limited, so reserve your package today. sustainable-saratoga-virtual-wine-tasting.eventbrite.com

Monday, July 20

Drama Camps
Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Dr., Malta
Elyse Young’s Drama Camps a GO! Town of Malta Parks and Recreation will be holding limited in-person Drama Camps this summer!  Each camp will be limited to 10 students and will follow New York State’s Department of Health Covid-19 guidelines. The first camp Fairytales and Fantasies Drama Camp is for ages 6-9 and will run from 1:30- 3 p.m., Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24. Students will play theater games, learn acting skills, rehearse, and perform on the last day! Additional camps include Acting and Performance Drama Camp (2 weeks) for ages 10-15 from 1:30-4:30 p.m., August 3-14 and Broadway Stars Drama Camp for ages 6-10 from 1 -3 p.m., August 24-28. For guidelines and registration information www.maltparksrec.com or contact Elyse Young, Artistic Director at theater@malta-town.org or 518-899-4411 ext. 305.

Wednesday, July 22

Farmers’ Market Coupons Pickup
Saratoga County Fair Grounds 162 Prospect St., Ballston Spa | 1 – 4 p.m.
The Saratoga County Office for the Aging has two dates set for drive-thru events to distribute the Farmers’ Market Coupons to those who qualify. Wednesday, July 22 1-4 p.m. and Wednesday, August 19 1-4 p.m. One booklet per individual.  Qualifications: must be age 60 and over and Income Eligibility: $1968.00/month for one-person household, $2658.00/month for two-person household. For questions call 518-884-4996.

July 3 – July 9, 2020

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Friday, July 3

Chicken BBQ
Brookside Museum
6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa | 2 – 6 p.m.
Join Brookside and enjoy a delicious holiday meal and support a great cause. For over forty years SCHS has provided high quality K-12 educational programming sharing and preserving our local history. COVID 19 has impacted what we share. Please help us continue to be able to provide high quality programs for our entire community. SCHS/Brookside Museum will be selling complete, freshly made chicken barbecue dinners to go. Meals include: 1/2 chicken, baked potato, baked beans, roll, drink, and a cookie. Children’s meals come with a special Fourth of July themed Arts and Crafts goodie bag.

Fire on the Mountain
West Mountain
59 West Mountain Rd., Queensbury | 4 p.m.
There will be live music, fireworks, chairlift rides, and more. They are kicking off Phase 4 summer opening July 4th with West’s first “Music with a View” Concert Series. Entertainment One presents tribute bands ACDC – Back in Black and Beatles – Across the Pond. Note: This event will sell out. More details will come on how to buy tickets, etc. These are unprecedented times; they need your help to pull this off properly and adhere to the protocols. See more on Facebook: www.facebook.com/193979154012511/posts/2961152670628465?sfns=mo

Saturday, July 4
Happy Independence Day

Sunday, July 5

Fish Fry Dinner
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club
123 Route 32, Schuylerville | 3 – 6 p.m.
Pick up only. Menu will be fish and French fries. Cost is $8. We will deliver to your vehicle in our parking lot, you must stay in your vehicle. You may call ahead and place your order 518-695-3917.

Wednesday, July 8

The Peach Brothers Tour
Hewitts Garden Center
621 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs | 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Three genuine friends who enjoy working alongside each other and have a deep passion for people and peaches. The Peach Brothers are coming to a city near you with a distinct goal: Creating Memorable Experiences One Bite at A Time. They will sell their farm fresh peaches by the 25 lb. box and 10 oz. bags of mouth-watering pecans too.  For more information and other locations, visit www.thepeachbrothers.com. 

Roast Beef Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks
1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
For curbside pick-up only. Call Monday and Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order 518-584-2585. Menu: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner for two, $25 (cash only).