Saratoga County District Attorney Brett Eby announced today that Stephen Bottino has pled guilty to Sexual Abuse in the First Degree (PL 130.65(3)), the sole felony charge for which he was arrested.

As part of the proceedings, the prosecution advocated for a state prison sentence in light of the seriousness of the offense and the impact on the victim. Despite that recommendation, the Court sentenced the defendant to one year in the Saratoga County Jail over the objection of the prosecution.

District Attorney Eby issued the following statement:

“While we respect the authority and discretion of the Court in sentencing matters, we are disappointed in the outcome of this case. Our office fought for the victim and believed that a state prison sentence was an appropriate and just result given the nature of the crime. We remain committed to advocating for victims and ensuring their voices are heard throughout the judicial process.”

The prosecution was led by Senior Assistant District Attorney Jennifer Pratt. The investigation was conducted by Investigator Samuel Speziale of the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office.

The Saratoga County District Attorney’s Office extends its appreciation to law enforcement and all those who assisted in bringing this case forward.

The Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services is seeking volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors who live in the greater Greenfield area. The department has an immediate need for volunteers who can pick up meals at Galway Town Hall and deliver to residents in the Town of Greenfield and surrounding area.

This essential program helps many seniors, age 60 and older, remain independent in their homes by providing them with a nutritious ready-to-eat lunch each weekday.

Volunteers can choose a flexible schedule that meets their availability, volunteering as little as once a week or as much as five days a week. Meals are picked up at 11AM and delivered until 1PM each weekday.

Becoming a volunteer is easy. Individuals simply fill out an application and provide references to the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services. Training and orientation are provided to all volunteers. Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license and their own vehicle.

Those interested in becoming a meal delivery volunteer should call the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services at 518-363-4020.

A Cambridge man has been arrested after he allegedly tried to rob a Bank of America on Division Street. 

Eric Headwell, 61, of Cambridge was charged with felony 3rd degree attempted robbery. The incident occurred on the evening of April 9. According to the Saratoga Springs Police Department, officers were at the bank within two minutes of being dispatched and located Headwell shortly after. 

Headwell is accused of trying to rob the bank, although he displayed no weapon and left the bank without any funds. Officers quickly located an individual entering a business on Broadway who matched a description given to them by bank employees.  The individual, identified as Headwell, was interviewed by police and charged. 

Headwell was booked and released on an appearance ticket pending further proceedings. 

A Hadley man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding the county of over $1000 in benefits. 

Oscar Bogran, 46, was arrested on April 2 on two counts of felony 2nd degree criminal possession of a forged instrument, felony 1st degree offering a false instrument for filing and felony 4th degree welfare fraud, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office.

Bogran is alleged to have filing two forged childcare statements to the Saratoga County Department of Social Services. The first of the statements was delivered to the Department on July 9, 2025 and the second was delivered on Oct. 27, 2025. In addition, Bogran filed an online SNAP recertification on Oct. 12 that concealed his household composition. As a result of the false statements, Bogran is accused of receiving benefits he wasn’t entitled to. 

Borgan was arraigned in the Ballston Spa Village Court and released on his own recognizance pending further proceedings 

On March 30, 2026, State Police of Brunswick arrested Caroline R. Garrity, 31, of Saratoga Springs, NY, for Criminal Facilitation 4th, a class “A” misdemeanor.

Over several months, Investigators identified a vehicle being repeatedly used in a counterfeit check scheme across Albany, Rensselaer, and Schenectady counties. 

Garrity initially denied it, but the investigation determined that the vehicle had been rented by Garrity in her name, on January 30, 2026, from the Albany International Airport. Garrity reportedly was compensated for renting the car in her name and then turned the vehicle over to the individual who later utilized it to commit multiple crimes.

Garrity was arrested and processed at SP Latham. She was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Colonie Town Court on April 22, 2026, and released.

The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, along with Honorary Chair Julie Furey, will welcome spring with the 2026 Historic Homes Tour on Saturday, May 9. This highly anticipated annual event held between 10AM and 4PM offers the rare opportunity to see the interiors of private historic homes and buildings. This year the tour will be of the East Side of Saratoga Springs. 

Private residences on Circular Street, Lincoln Avenue, Spring Street, and Caroline Street, among others, will be featured.

“I’m excited to return to the East Side of Saratoga Springs!” said Samantha Bosshart, Executive Director of the Foundation. “This year’s tour will feature a grand Italianate that was our Rehabilitation in Progress in 2022 that was lovingly restored, an early Greek Revival residence on Caroline Street, two buildings that have been adaptively reused into beautiful living spaces, and much more. The tour shows the varied architecture and history of our beautiful community that is worthy of preservation. I’m grateful each year for the owners who generously open their spaces to benefit our mission.” 

 For the sixth year, Green River Pictures, LLC will produce the virtual tour. The virtual tour will highlight three houses included on the in-person tour, sharing even more research on the residences and their residents than can be provided in the event program.

 In addition to the tour, the Foundation is hosting two educational programs at the Saratoga Joinery at 69 Caroline Street on Saturday, May 9. The 9AM Breakfast & Buildings program is “An Early History of Women’s Education in Saratoga Springs.” Enjoy breakfast as City Historian Matthew Veitch shares the story of the Temple Grove Seminary and the Young Women’s Industrial Club, today, Skidmore College. Centered around Spring Street, Union Avenue, and Circular Street, this program will explore the establishment of the educational programs and facilities, and their evolution into a women’s college.

 At 12PM, Carol Godette will present the Lunch & Learn program, “On This Spot: 69 Caroline Street.” Over lunch, Carol will cover the many incarnations of this 1880s brick duplex. From apartment building to French restaurant to museum, the space is now operating as the Saratoga Joinery.

 The Historic Homes Tour is the Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser of the year and underwrites the Foundation’s mission to promote the preservation and enhancement of the architectural, cultural, and landscaped heritage of Saratoga Springs through educational programs, advocacy efforts, technical assistance, and restoration projects.

Historic Homes Tour tickets purchased in advance for the in-person and virtual tours are $40 for SSPF members and $50 for non-members. Tickets purchased on the day of the event are $55. Virtual tour tickets are $20 for SSPF members and $25 for non-members. Tickets for the Buildings & Breakfast and Lunch & Learn programs are $35 each and must be purchased in advance. Space is limited for these programs, and tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, May 6. Visit www.saratogapreservation.org to become a member to receive event ticket discounts and support preserving Saratoga Springs.

 The annual Porch Party, scheduled for Thursday, June 11, celebrates a successful tour and welcomes the summer season in Saratoga Springs. The Foundation looks forward to gathering at the 1872 Mary R. Shepherd House at 42 Circular Street, while enjoying live music from Rich Ortiz, delicious food from The Adelphi Hotel, and beverages from DeCrescente Distributing Company. Due to the overwhelming support from the Honorary Committee and Corporate Sponsors, the Porch Party is currently sold out.

For more information, to purchase tickets, or to join to receive discounted prices, please call (518) 587-5030 or visit www.saratogapreservation.org. For updates, please visit the Foundation’s social media.