Saratoga remains undder a boil water advisory after a massive water main break over the weekend. According to WNYT, officials say the water break was mainly due to old infrastructure and the quick temperature changes. The boil water advisory will lift once the Department of Health decides it’s safe. They expect that to be by 7 p.m. Tuesday night.
Hannford Chooses Local Food Service For Seniors As Bag Beneficiary
Hannaford has picked a local senior food service to benefit from its fight hunger bag program during the month of January. According to WNYT, donations made through this program will directly benefit the Saratoga County senior nutrition program, to recipients primarily homebound and in need of nutritional support.
For every $2.50 reusable fight hunger bag purchased, Hannaford sends a $1.00 donation to the local organization.
New Year
The Saratoga New Year’s Fest finally made its return after a 2-year hiatus and people came to spend time with friends and family. WNYT reports the event also featured over 30 musical acts. The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce said they expected more than 8,000 people to attend. The Saratoga New Year’s Fest continued on Sunday with the First Day 5k race .
Boil Water Advisory In Effect In Saratoga Following Water Main Break
The City of Saratoga Springs has a water main break on Excelsior Ave. A boil water advisory is now in effect. Residents may experience changes in water pressure while repairs are being made. A follow up message will be sent when the boil water advisory is lifted. Please direct calls to the Saratoga Springs DPW at 518-584-3356.
Woman Draws Prison Sentence In Attempted Assault In Galway
A woman has pleaded guilty in Saratoga County Court after an attempted assault in the town of Galway. 31 year old Cassandra Morsellino was sentenced to six and a half years in state prison, reports WNYT. Morsellino entered the victim’s home on Jersey Hill Road to steal from them. Morsellino was known to the victim.
Mechanicville Non Profit Getting Beds To Kids Who Need Them
A non-profit in Mechanicville is doing what they can to help kids in need. WNYT reports Sleep in Heavenly Peace just delivered their 1,000th bed this week. A team of volunteers builds the new beds by hand. They’ve built and delivered beds to children across the Capital Region since 2018 to kids ages 3-17 who don’t have their own bed.
Milton Woman Charged In Home Alone Case
A Milton woman is facing child endangerment charges after allegedly leaving three children under the age of 12 alone for hours.
WNYT reports one of Charlene Sheey’s children called police last Friday saying that their mom was missing, at which point troopers found three children who had been home alone for hours. When Sheehy returned, they arrested her for DWI.
Man Admits To Raping Girl In Saratoga County
The owner of a mixed martial arts studio in Saratoga County pleaded guilty to attempted rape. WNYT reports 51 year old
Jonathan Aronson was accused of raping an 11-year-old girl on New Year’s Day in the town of Greenfield. The sheriff’s office said Aronson gave the girl alcohol and marijuana before assaulting her. He is scheduled to be sentenced on February 17.
Tree Service Worker Dies In Fall In Wilton
A tree service worker in Wilton has died after falling on the job. WNYT reports it happened on Mt. McGregor Road around 9 a.m. Wednesday. The 57 year old man from the town of Providence, fell about 30 feet to the ground while working on the tree. He was pronounced dead at the scene. No word on his identity.
No Christmas Tree Disposal In The Town Of Ballston
The Town of Ballston stated on its Facebook page that it will not be hiring a company to dispose of residents’ Christmas trees this season. Residents themselves will have to contact their waste company to get rid of their Christmas trees. WTEN reports the town says the Outlet Road Brush Facility is closed for the winter, and not plowed.