More than 100 local businesses in Saratoga County are teaming up again to support people in need this holiday season. Toys for Toga launched its 12th annual fundraiser on Wednesday. WTEN reports they collect toys and other items for children of all ages, including teenagers, a group that advocates said is often overlooked. Businesses across the county have placed collection bins near their front doors.
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Clifton Park Man Sentenced On Rape Counts
A Saratoga County man was sentenced on Monday to 5 years for rape. According to WNYT, 54 year old
James J. Forgett of Clifton Park, was arrested in August for a crime that took place in the summer of 2018. Forgett pleaded guilty in August to first-degree rape. He also must serve 20 years of post-release supervision.
State Police Say Ballston Spa Driver Was On Heroin
The man accused of crashing into a state trooper and tow truck driver was under the influence of heroin, according to court documents. WNYT reports State Police said Jason Guerin, 40, of Ballston Spa, crashed his 2023 Ford F-150 into a state trooper and tow truck driver that was pulled over near Exit 6 and Exit 7 southbound ramp of the Northway in Colonie.
At Least One Arrest In Football Team Case
At least one member of the Lake George-Warrensburg-Bolton team has been arrested. WNYT reports the arrests were made Wednesday by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office.
Police got involved last week after the schools learned of what they called “inappropriate conduct of a sexual nature toward a student.” It took place on a school bus, the schools said. Police added Wednesday it happened in August while returning from an event in Syracuse.
Pumpkin Chunkin In Lake George Saturday
Don’t toss those Halloween jack-0′-lanterns yet! Save them for The Great Pumpkin Drop, the finale of the annual Pumpkin Chunkin in the Adirondacks in Lake George this Saturday, November 9. New this year, there will be a Potion Bar with hand-crafted potable “potions” for both kids and adults. Last year’s Pumpkin Chunkin’ drew a crowd of an estimated 1,000 people.
Local Election Results
Unofficial results in contested Saratoga County races.
State Senator (District 44)
Minita J. Sanghvi (Democratic) 43,567
James N. Tedisco (Republican) 65,823
In the Assembly
Joe Seeman (Democratic) 21,402
Mary Beth Walsh (Republican) 28,612
Carrie Woerner (Democratic) 28,093
Jeremy Messina (Republican) 20,714
County Treasurer
Michele D. Madigan (Democratic) 50,515
JoAnn Kupferman (Republican) 64,275
Proposal one
NO 55,669
YES 63,600
Councilmember
Daniel J. Clemens (Republican) 1,486
James J. Ross (Republican) 1,400
Councilmember (
Rick L. Handley (Democratic) 3,433
Matthew J. McLoughlin (Republican) 3,533
Town Justice
John J. Cromie (Democratic) 4,424
Steven L. Brown (Republican) 4,491
In Warren County
Glens Falls Proposition
Approve funding for Crandall Library
Yes 4,550
No 1,763
Lake George Town Council Member
Ed Pagnotta Jr. (R) has won.
Queensbury Town Council Member Ward 2
Scott A. Gushlaw (R) has won.
Queensbury Proposition
Approve funding for Crandall Library
Queensbury Proposition has passed.
Change In Polling Place Site In Edinburg
The polling site in Edinburg has changed to Edinburg Town Hall on Military Road in Northville. Saratoga County officials announced the change on Monday for all registered voters in the town. WTEN reports county officials said the site change comes after an oil spill affecting the Edinburgh Community Center.
Investigation Ongoing Into Cancellation Of Schools’ Football Season
Police are still investigating an alleged incident of sexual misconduct on the Lake George, Warrensburg and Bolton football team — the number one high school football team in New York. All three schools decided this past weekend to cancel the remainder of the combined football team’s season due to the allegations and investigation.
Election Day Voting Info
The November 5th, 2024 General Election is here and voting for Federal, State, & Local Offices takes place with polls open 6:00am – 9:00pm. To find a polling place near you visit https://elections.ny.gov/.
Mechanicville Man Draws Priston Time For Stabbing
A Mechanicville man was sentenced on Monday to 2 to 4 years in prison for breaking into a woman’s residence and stabbing her. WNYT reports 48 year old George S. Tinoco was arrested on Jan. 12 after police said he climbed through the window of a home on Knaber Road in the town of Malta in the early morning hours. A child was there when the stabbing happened, according to police.