On July 6, 2023, State Police of Latham arrested Jeffrey R. Bishop, 31, of Saratoga Springs, for four counts of Possession of a Forged Instrument and Grand Larceny. An investigation determined in May 2023 Bishop possessed multiple fraudulent checks named to him and cashed them at financial institutions in Colonie, Guilderland, and Bethlehem, NY. These crimes resulted in the theft of over $8,000.
Ballston Spa Man Charged In Northway Road Rage Incident
A Ballston Spa man is in custody following a road rage incident on I-87 in Saratoga Springs on Friday. WTEN reports 23 year old Seth A. Labarbera is facing charges of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree and menacing in the second degree after Troopers received a report of a driver displaying a handgun. Labarbera was arrested and arraigned at the Wilton Town Court. He was released on his own recognizance.
Walking Woman Struck By Several Vehicles On Northway
A woman walking on the Northway was hit by several vehicles near Exits 11 and 12 on Monday morning and authorities now say it was intentional. WNYT reports it happened around 7:40 Monday morning and traffic was backed up for miles.
The road opened just before noon.
Investigation Ongoing Into SPAC Bomb Threat Incident
If and when authorities find out who’s responsible for the bomb threat to SPAC over the weekend, the responsible party could be facing terroristic threat charges. The incident caused the Noel Gallagher concert to be called off and the place evacuated at about 9:40pm Saturday. A search of the facility found nothing suspicious.
Saratoga Playground To Get Makeover
The Veteran’s Memorial playground in Saratoga is set to get a over $800,000 upgrade next month. The Daily Gazette reports the city will be replacing the older pieces with items like a custom wave net, pendulum swing, spinners and giant custom mega tower, according to a presentation on the project. The new playground will take up 6,000 square feet.
Prepping For Opening Day At The Track
Just a couple days from opening day at Saratoga Racecourse. NYRA says along with Thursday’s open, there will be live music at the track through Sunday, July 16. Also, every Thursday to Sunday, the taste NY pavilion will provide food and drink samples inside gate a at the top of the stretch. The first giveaway will be Friday, July 21st, a cooler jug free with paid admission while supplies last.
Man Charged In K-9 Officer Stabbing In Troy Due In Court
The man accused of stabbing a Troy police K-9, is due in court Monday. WNYT reports Norbi was stabbed 12 times, after responding to a burglary, allegedly by 25-year-old Curtis Knockwood, who is facing more than a dozen charges.
He is being held in jail without bail.
Bomb Threat At SPAC Cancels Show, Nothing Found
SPAC was set to host a Noel Gallagher concert but was abruptly cancelled at the last minute after a bomb threat Saturday evening. WNYT reports out of an abundance of caution, the concert was suspended at 9:40 p.m. and concert attendees were evacuated. The venue was closed and a k9 search of the place was completed, but ultimately nothing was found.
Buffer Zone Considered Between Shelters, Schools In Saratoga
Saratoga Mayor Ron Kim announced a planned move on where homeless shelters can be placed in the Spa City. WRGB reports Kim has asked the Saratoga Springs City Planning Board and Saratoga County Planning Board to review and offer feedback on a proposed 1,000 foot buffer between homeless shelters and schools. Some are concerned about the impact the shelter could have on student safety.
New Curator For Saratoga Walk Of Fame
A new partnership means that the Saratoga Walk of Fame will have a new curator. WNYT reports the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will be the new curator of the space. With this collaboration, fans will be presented with a rotating display with informational panels and other presentations and displays will switch each week during the track season.