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The man charged with leaving the scene of a fatal incident in South Glens Falls was in court late Tuesday afternoon. According to WNYT, a lawyer for John Lincoln-Lynch from Moreau argues his client’s $100,000 cash bail or $200,000 bond is too high. Lynch is charged in the February 27th crash that killed 67 year old Paul Trombley of South Glens Falls.

Three people are under arrest after a bar fight in Saratoga early Sunday. WNYT reports the brawl started at Gaffney’s and spilled onto the streets, and those fighting yelled at, kicked and shoved responding officers. Under arrest are Jasmine Fleming for disorderly conduct, Wayne Brown for assault and resisting arrest, and Ayannna Hamby is charged with disorderly conduct. All three are from Troy.

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced ground breaking for Plug Power’s newest manufacturing facility, located at the Vista Technology Campus in Slingerlands, Albany County. The company has committed to creating 1,633 new jobs at its latest Capital Region location, complementing New York State’s push toward clean, renewable and sustainable energy. The new location supports the company’s efforts to significantly expand its line of GenDrive fuel cell systems, which are used to power electric motors in the electric mobility market.

A doctor draws three years and a month in prison for distributing drugs to people for no legitimate medical purpose. WTEN reports the U.S. Department of Justice sentenced 65 year old Adrian Morris of Clifton Park after he admitted that he dispensed controlled substances, including Adderall and Xanax, for no legitimate medical purpose, to people he never met or treated. Morris also admitted that he had personal relationships with women patients seeking treatment.

SPAC is offering lawn passes for concerts this summer. WNYT reports for $199 you can see more than 20 shows at SPAC on the lawn including Zac Brown Band, the Dave Matthews Band, Chicago and Brian Wilson just to name a few.

The future of Mechanicville City School District’s superintendent Bruce Potter is up for debate Thursday. The district’s website lists a recommendation to appoint an acting superintendent that would be considered effective as of Monday, February 28.
An approval of Potter’s paid administrative leave starting Friday is also on the agenda. Also, a webpage for the superintendent on the district’s site is no longer available.

Double M Rodeos in Malta are coming to an end after more than 40 years. The owners have said on social media they are stopping that part of their business to gain some free time. WNYT reports the Double M Western Store on Route 67 in Malta will remain open as will popular haunted hayrides when that time rolls around.

A doctor who sued a Saratoga County butcher for requiring patrons to wear a mask is now dropping the suit. Initially, Dr. David Kwiat had said forcing someone to wear a mask is not only illegal, it’s scientifically ignorant. With the state mask mandates now lifted, Kwiat has informed the butcher he’s dropping the lawsuit, reports WNYT.

A man has been arrested in connection with a deadly hit and run Sunday night in Saratoga County. John Lincoln-Lynch of Moreau is charged with leaving the scene of a fatal incident. He has a $100,000 cash/$200,000 bond or a $500,000 partially secured bond. WNYT reports deputies found the victim, Paul Trombley, in the road at the intersection of Main and Fifth Streets in South Glens Falls at about 7:30 Sunday night.

The City of Saratoga Springs has declared a snow emergency in anticipation of an upcoming winter storm. WTEN reports the snow emergency is in effect from 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 25 through 9 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 27. During a snow emergency, all vehicles must be moved to a cleared or plowed area every twelve hours. City streets with alternate side parking should be moved in accordance with the posted guidelines.