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November Nature on the Move Walks at Wilton Wildlife

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Education.

On Mondays, November 3 and 17, from 10:30 am to noon, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will hold its bi-weekly Nature on the Move walks. These walks are led by one of Wilton Wildlife’s volunteers, Linda Hovious, along with an Environmental Educator. 

These walks enable participants to explore the trails with like-minded individuals and appreciate the beauty of nature as the seasons change. These walks are geared towards gentle exercise and are appropriate for adults at basic fitness levels. 

The group usually covers about 1.5 miles of trails. Nature on the Move happens every other week, year-round. 

Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register, or for up-to-date trail conditions or program information, please visit the website at  www.wiltonpreserve.org or on Facebook or Instagram @wiltonpreserve. 

For more information, call the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. Wilton Wildlife’s mission is to provide environmental education and opportunities for outdoor recreation while supporting conservation of ecological systems and natural settings

PEP’s 2025 Fun Run Raises $40K During Schoolwide Fundraiser

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Parents as Education Partners (PEP) raised $40,285 during its 2025 fundraising effort — a major step toward PEP’s goal of purchasing a new full-size basketball court with multipurpose hoops. This project, totaling $72,000, will provide students with an upgrade from the current half court and create new opportunities for school and community recreation.

PEP would like to give special recognition to its Silver Sponsor, Stone Bridge Iron and Steel, Inc. for their generous donation, a contribution that helped push this year’s fundraiser over the $40,000 mark.

“On behalf of the entire PEP board, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for helping make this year’s Fun Run such a huge success!” said PEP President Christine Barbeau. “It was an incredible day filled with smiles, teamwork, and school spirit. The new format, with grades running together and families cheering from the sidelines, was so special.”

Barbeau added that the success of the Fun Run represents more than just dollars raised — it’s a reflection of the strong sense of connection within the school community.

“We’re so grateful for the time and effort that make days like this possible, fostering a positive, connected environment for our students,” she said.

Coming This November: Pontiac: The Dawn of Muscle at the Saratoga Automobile

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This November, the Saratoga Automobile Museum will celebrate the legacy of American performance with Pontiac: The Dawn of Muscle, a major new exhibition showcasing sixteen of Pontiac’s most iconic performance machines.

Opening Wednesday, November 5, the exhibition traces the rise of the muscle car through Pontiac’s defining models—from the original GTO that started it all to the Firebird and Trans Am that carried its spirit for decades.

 To mark the occasion, the Museum will host a special Exhibit Reception on Thursday, November 13, from 5 to 7 PM, where guests can enjoy light refreshments, mingle with fellow enthusiasts, and experience the exhibition up close.

At the heart of the show is a stunning lineup of Pontiac GTOs, including multiple examples of the legendary GTO Judge in its most striking factory colors: Liberty Blue, Carousel Red, Orbit Orange, Granada Gold, and Lucerne Blue. Visitors will encounter the 1964 Tempest GTO that sparked a movement, the refined 1967 model, and the show-stopping Judges of 1969 to 1971 that turned performance into pop culture.

Adding to the excitement, the Museum will feature the 1966 Pontiac GTO Monkeemobile, one of the most recognizable custom cars ever built for television. Created by customizer Dean Jeffries for The Monkees TV show, the Monkeemobile perfectly captures the playful energy and over-the-top creativity that defined the muscle car era.

The exhibition also explores how Pontiac’s image shaped a generation. In the Museum’s Orientation Theater, guests will find digital reproductions of more than 30 vintage Pontiac advertisements by Art Fitzpatrick and Van Kaufmann, courtesy of the GM Heritage Collection. These vivid, stylized scenes helped define Pontiac as more than a car—it was confidence, freedom, and attitude on wheels.

Dog Obedience Training Center Opens in Greenfield

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Paws celebrated the opening of its new 12.6-acre canine education campus with a ribbon cutting ceremony last Friday. Photo provided by the Town of Greenfield. 

GREENFIELD — Paws, a canine obedience business with an existing location in Hudson Falls, opened a new Canine Education & Social Center campus in Greenfield last Friday afternoon.

Paws is located at 3230 Route 9N, a 12.6-acre property that was formerly the site of Greenfield Tavern, which has been vacant for more than 20 years.

“We are delighted to welcome this successful business to Greenfield,” said Town Supervisor Kevin Veitch in a news release. “It seems that the perfect business has found a perfect location. This beautiful and rural property has a big history and we’ve all been waiting for the right type of business to come along. I think that Paws, with its community focus, is going to fit right in.”

Paws was co-founded in 2017 by Greenfield resident and Lead Trainer Bri Rabine. The new location is fully staffed with four full-time and four part-time employees.

The mission of Paws is to offer adventure, fulfillment, and relationship building for its canine customers, in addition to traditional lessons in obedience.

“Our entire property is being carefully designed with a dog’s best interests in mind,” said Managing Owner Lora Bacharach. “Being outdoors with nature puts the dogs in a better state of mind. Dogs are happiest when they can sniff, run, chase sticks, and swim in a pond. We aim to be a one-of-a-kind resource center for owners and their dogs.”

Saratoga Springs Lions Club Celebrates 100 Years

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Speakers and honorees at the 100th anniversary of the Lions clubs of Saratoga Springs and Albany & Troy included Saratoga Lions President Tom Boghosian, speaker and former Lions Club International Director Gary Brown, Barb Brown, and Barbara Bentley. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two Lions clubs — Saratoga Springs and Albany & Troy — came together to celebrate their 100th anniversaries on Oct. 11 with a dinner for about 200 people at the Gideon Putnam Hotel. 

The night included a roaring ‘20s theme replete with period dress, antique cars, a dixieland jazz band, and a speakeasy feel to the night’s event.

Keller Johnson, the great-grand niece of Helen Keller, spoke at the event. In 1925, Keller challenged the Lions clubs to be the “Knights of the Blind,” a tradition the clubs carry on today.

Jerry Gordon, a Capital District jazz advocate and president of the Albany & Troy combined Lions club, called the party “a good evening” and said that it was a nice way to celebrate service to the community. While calling it clichéd, he added, “We’re looking forward to the next 100 years of serving our communities.”

20th Annual Restaurant Week Returns

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Image provided by Discover Saratoga.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Discover Saratoga announced Tuesday the return of Saratoga County’s Restaurant Week, which will take place Monday, Nov. 3 through Sunday, Nov. 9. 

Participating restaurants will feature a variety of prix fixe menus, including three-course dinners priced at $25 or $35 and lunch specials for $15. Prices do not include tax or gratuity, and reservations are highly recommended.

Some of this year’s participating restaurants include the Thirsty Owl Bistro, Bocage Champagne Bar, Brasserie Benelux, Coat Room, Hattie’s, Standard Fare, Brook Tavern, and the Wishing Well.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate 20 years of Saratoga Restaurant Week—an event that continues to highlight the incredible culinary talent and creativity found throughout our county,” said Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga, in a news release. “This week not only showcases our restaurants but also drives visitation and supports the many local businesses that make Saratoga County such a special place to dine, stay, and explore.”

For more information, visit www.discoversaratoga.org/restaurantweek. 

October 31 – November 6 , 2025

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Property Transactions.

BALLSTON 

John Schaffer sold property at 17 Kelly Meadow Rd to Nicholas Querques for $295,000

JKM Builders LLC sold property at 48 Lancaster Ct to Marini Land I for $630,000

Paul Lewicki sold property at 6 Pinewood Ct to Jeremiah Campbell for $430,000

CORINTH

Manuel Mizhirumbay sold property at 10 West Mechanic St to Christopher Sweet for $290,000

GALWAY

Robert Choquette sold property at 3017 South Shore Dr W to Lisa OConnor for $650,000

GREENFIELD

Scott Emmitt sold property at 825 Stone Church Rd to Zoe Shannon for $395,000

Irving Metzger sold property at Sand Hill Rd & Beaver Run to Sandhill Holdings LLC for $520,000

John Templin sold property at 265-267 Locust Grove Rd to Kevin Templin for $375,000

MALTA

 Malta Land Company sold property at 3 Americas Cup Court to Steven Sullivan for $1,256,088

Malta Land Company sold property at 28 Admirals Way to Richard Erbacher for $787,745

Randall Raymond sold property at 73 Wineberry Lane to Joshua Hipwell for $425,000

MILTON

Jack Garrettson sold property at 16 Hyde Blvd to Julia Parsons for $430,000

Tyler Ruhle sold property at 21 Kaatskill Way to Nicholas Jacques for $466,900

Hunter Lane LLC sold property at 16 Hunter Court to Frank Coppola for $596,297

 Mary Beth Flatly sold property at 107 Locust Ct to Donna Flatly for $134,627

George Hannah sold property at 81-83 Milton Ave to Randy Elliott for $1,100,000

SARATOGA

Lisa McKernon sold property at 28 Green St to Ronald VanAlstine for $120,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Brooks Remaley sold property at 4 West Circular Ct to Jillian Mayott for $459,000

Saratoga Springs Preservation sold property at 65 Phila St to Cecelia Bette for $550,000

Claudina Ashelman sold property at 50 Hyde St to Richard Clay for $615,000

Douglas Roche sold property at 4 Downton Walk Unit 6 to Matthew Jordan for $2,600,000

Madison Ave Estates sold property at 31 Madison Ave to 31 Madison LLC for $1,200,000

Adelphi Owner II sold property at 19 Washington ST Apt 460 to Mario Martinez for $950,000

WILTON

Tra Tom Development Inc sold property at 173 Traver Rd to Cobble Hill Development for $155,000

Lemanski Family sold property at 9 Rolling Hills Dr to Michael Ballard for $405,000

Gino Radovic sold property at 23 Challedon Dr to Alexander Lushkevich for $735,000

Julia Schrom sold property at 4 Farmington Ave to David Salvatore for $291,400

Courtney Barker sold property at 21 Fairmount Dr to Joseph Thrailkill for $422,000

Meet Gizmo

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Neighborhood Buzz.

Gizmo has had a rough start to life. Although he was loved by his former owner, he did not have stability and was being moved from home to home. Luckily, his owner realized that he needed to take care of himself and found help with another rescue who unfortunately was maxed out. HOPE was contacted and we took Gizmo in, and it is now time for him to have a forever home. He is a big boy and has lived with other cats but prefers to keep his distance from dogs. He is 16 pounds of pure love! He tested negative for FIV and FeLV and is up to date on vaccines. Gizmo is ready to meet his new family. His adoption fee is $175.

The Pet Adoption Center at Wilton Mall is open to the public Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 11-4 and by appointment. Our phone number is 518-450-7013 and adoption applications can be found at www.hopeanimalrescue.org.

Love Our Locals $20.25 Campaign Kicks Off

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The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce is kicking off its Love Our Locals $20.25 campaign, an initiative that emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and non-profit organizations.

The campaign will begin on Thursday, Oct. 30 and continue throughout the remainder of the year. During this time, residents and tourists who support any business or non-profit in Saratoga County by spending or donating $20.25 or more are eligible to enter a gift card giveaway.  

Individuals are encouraged to submit their receipts of $20.25 or more online at www.saratoga.org/love-our-locals to enter. Each week, the Chamber will randomly select winners for $100 in gift cards to businesses across the county.

While the campaign takes place during the holiday shopping season, it is designed to support a wide variety of businesses and organizations from the retail, dining, service, entertainment and non-profit sectors. Donations made to area charitable organizations are also eligible for entry. Spending $20.25 or more at any locally owned Saratoga County business or non-profit gives folks a chance to win in this months-long giveaway campaign with unlimited entries, multiple weekly winners and a variety of gift card prizes! 

Now in its fifth year, this campaign started during the pandemic as Save Our Locals $20.21, which resulted in more than 2,000 entries from locals whose purchases directly aided in the county’s economic rebound from COVID-19 restrictions. In 2022, the Save Our Locals program was recognized with a New York State Tourism Excellence Award from the New York State Tourism Industry Association. 

Since then, the campaign was renamed Love Our Locals and remains a popular and purposeful annual effort. 

“We are proud of how this initiative has grown over the past four years, and we’re thrilled to launch it once again,” said Todd Shimkus, president of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. “Love Our Locals was created to energize our local economy and encourage area residents to shop local and donate to local causes as 2025 comes to a close.”