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A Ballston Spa man is facing charges after a domestic incident. According to WNYT, 56 year old William K. Wilson allegedly entered a residence in the town of Milton on Aug. 1 at around 5:30 p.m. He remained in the residence unlawfully and in violation of an order of protection. Wilson also is accused of damaging a cell phone and then stealing it.

A Saratoga Springs man was arrested Tuesday after a series of incidents dating back to March. The initial incident happened on April 10 in Halfmoon, when a business reported to troopers that there had been a shoplifting and 43 year old Carmen J. Daniele was identified as the suspect. Police spotted Daniele last week and a chase ensued that went through Waterford and Clifton Park, eventually ending in Halfmoon, where Daniele was apprehended after trying to flee on foot.

Troy Police have recovered the vehicle and body of an 89-year-old man who drove into the Hudson River on Saturday morning. Police said they believed the man had experienced a medical emergency when his car went into the river near 691 River St. WTEN reports police and fire officials arrived on the scene around 7:30 a.m. on Saturday for reports of a vehicle that drove into the Hudson River and hit an electrical pole, causing downed powerlines. Police said there was no indication of a crime and are continuing to investigate the incident.

Police are investigating human remains found in the woods in Knox. The remains were found in the area of Villeneuve Drive back on July 21, State Police said. The remains have been identified, said police, but they are awaiting DNA analysis for confirmation.

If Nicholas Fiebka was looking for mercy at his double murder sentencing Friday morning in Schenectady County Court, he was looking in the wrong place. Fiebka, 21, convicted earlier this year of killing his mother and her long-time boyfriend back in 2022, found out he’ll spend the rest of his life behind bars without the possibility of parole.

New York Giants co-owner John Mara and his family have been around the NFL long enough to know not to label an upcoming season make-or-break for the front office and coaching staff. He and the fans are not happy with the 6-11 record in 2023. There is a lot of optimism heading into this season. The Giants have revamped an offensive line that allowed a franchise-record 85 sacks last season and hired a new line coach in Carmen Bricillo.

A Saratoga Springs theft suspect led police on a lengthy chase Tuesday night that ended after he drove the wrong way down the Northway in Halfmoon, reports the Daily Gazette. 43 year old Carmen J. Daniele was ultimately arrested after he eventually stopped his vehicle and tried to flee on foot.

A man pleaded guilty to stealing a pickup truck in Clifton Park. WTEN reports 38 year old Jacob Hayner admitted that back in May he stole a truck at a Stewart’s and fled on the Northway. He was later surrounded by state police and the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office after leading them on a chase. He also admitted to intentionally ramming a deputy’s car. No one was injured.

The Saratoga County Board of Elections recently took part in an elections security workshop, one of four counties chosen to host the training in the state before the next general election. WTEN reports presentations about cybersecurity regulations, voting equipment, and misinformation about elections were shared. After the presentations, the board participated in hypothetical cyber and physical security exercises.

18 year old Jassen Washington of Clifton Park is facing criminal possession of a weapon and menacing charges. WNYT reports Washington and two other people allegedly pulled out a gun when they were asked to leave any area behind an Albany home Tuesday night. Washington was found a short time later near Lincoln Square Apartments and arrested after a brief foot chase. He had a loaded .380 caliber handgun on him.