Common Roots Brewing Company has cut the ribbon on a new building that almost mirrors the other – and is located just across the parking lot. WTEN reports the Weber family welcomed supporters of all kinds inside Common Roots’ new Bierhall Barrel House. The new facility is located on the same side of Saratoga Avenue as the restaurant and brewery.
NKOTB Coming To SPAC Next Summer
New Kids On The Block are coming back to Upstate New York, making a stop in Saratoga for their Magic Summer Tour in Summer 2024. The first stop in New York is at SPAC on Aug. 11, 2024. Tickets f go on sale at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 1.
Monahan Trial Scheduled For January 8th
The trial for the man accused of shooting and killing Kaylin Gillis in his driveway last April is scheduled for Jan. 8, reports WNYT. Kevin Monahan is charged with second-degree murder in the death of the 20-year-old Schuylerville woman on April 15. She was a passenger in a vehicle that had gotten lost on the way to a friend’s house and turned around in Monahan’s driveway in Hebron.
Democrat Public Safety Commissioner Endorses Republican For Mayor In Saratoga
Tension continues between Saratoga Springs leaders. The Democratic Public Safety Commissioner, Jim Montagnino, is publicly endorsing Republican John Safford for mayor. WNYT reports the announcement comes as early voting has already started and voters are casting their ballots for mayor.
Third Cannabis Dispensary Approved In Saratoga
The cannabis market in the Spa City continues to grow as a third cannabis dispensary was given a temporary special use permit to open up shop late last week. According to the Daily Gazette, Spa City Cannabis, formerly Excelsior Cannabis LLC, was the latest project to be approved by the city Planning Board. The company will open a location at 75 Weibel Ave.
Lincoln Baths Makeover Complete
Lincoln Baths in Saratoga Springs officially has a spruced up look. The multi-use facility recently underwent a renovation of the façade that enhanced accessibility while preserving historic features. The Daily Gazette reports the project cost $472,038 and is part of a statewide effort to revitalize state parks during the centennial celebration of the founding of New York State’s Park System.
Clifton Park Man Dies After Being Hit By Truck
The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office responded to a personal injury motor vehicle crash with one fatal in the Town of Halfmoon early Sunday. WNYT reports 41 year old Juan C. Mazariego of Saugerties was driving a 2023 Ford Econoline box truck northbound on U.S. Route 9 this morning when the vehicle struck 41 year old Michael J. Blackburn of Clifton Park. Blackburn was transported to Samaritan Hospital. He later succumbed to his injuries.
STOP-DWI Effort In Saratoga County
Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo announced that Saratoga County police agencies and STOP-DWI Coordinators will participate in special efforts to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving. According to the Saratogian, the STOP-DWI Impaired Driving High Visibility Engagement campaign runs from Oct. 27 through Nov. 1.
Saratoga Regional YMCA Holds Grand Opening
The Saratoga Regional YMCA welcomed community members to a grand opening of its newly expanded space at its West Avenue campus on Thursday. The Saratogian reports the new 23,000-foot space includes a new gymnasium, an indoor adventure center, to help serve a wider range of youth and a 14,000square foot wellness center with the goal of helping all generation achieve their health and wellness goals.
Man Cops Plea To Having Ghost Gun In Saratoga
A Schoharie County man is facing up to six years in prison for Caroline Street ghost gun possession in July. 22 year old Timothy J. Feldman pled guilty in the Saratoga County Court to a felony charge of third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, in connection with his July 2023 arrest for possessing a loaded “ghost gun” in downtown Saratoga Springs.