State Police, in conjunction with the Columbia County District Attorney’s Office, arrested Robert B. Ashe, 62, of Wynantskill NY for Official Misconduct. The investigation revealed that Ashe, while serving as the Chief of Police of the Hoosick Falls Police Department, stole evidence and then created paperwork to coverup the theft. On May 16, 2022, Ashe was convicted by plea of Official Misconduct in the Village of Hoosick Falls Court before Honorable Judge Thomas Restino Jr.
Pollinator Palooza Upcoming
Sustainable Saratoga will be hosting the upcoming native plant sale and pollinator education event called Pollinator Palooza. The Saratogian reports the event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 5 at 390 Wilton-Gansevoort Rd. in Gansevoort. Organizers say growing native plants is a great way to help pollinators, but it can be difficult to find native plants locally
Autopsy Results Awaited In Mother, Daughter Deaths
Still awaiting autopsy results in the deaths of two women last week in Mechanicville. Police said two women found at 10A South Central Avenue in Mechanicville on Wednesday, May 11 were mother and daughter. Donna M. Trombley, 73, and Paula L. Plasencia, 48, were the only people living at that address.
Investigation Into Brush Fire In Moreau State Park
Still looking for a cause for a brush fire in Moreau State Park Friday evening. Several local departments to respond to the call. in an area known as the Big Bend Point. WNYT reports right now it is not known what caused the fire or if there were any injuries related to the blaze.
Saratoga County Gas Tax Cap
Saratoga will be joining Schenectady County in offering relief at the pump for motorists filling up. WRGB reports the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors has passed a gas sales tax for Saratoga County. The tax cap is aimed at taking effect on June 1st, and remains through the end of the year. Savings to consumers will be around $4 million.
Man Cops Plea In Tomahawk Attack
A man accused of a vicious ax attack in Saratoga County pleaded late Thursday afternoon. According to WNYT, 20 year old
Justin Locke from Indian Lake pleaded guilty to one count of assault. Police say Locke went into someone’s apartment in Corinth and attacked the person with a tomahawk. Locke will be sentenced in July to 16 years in prison.
Fire Damages Home In Saratoga County
A fire is under investigation in Saratoga County. WNYT reports the fire broke out around 11 p.m. on Wednesday on Firehouse Road near the Country Drive-In, in West Crescent. Flames and heavy smoke were seen coming from the roof. No word on injuries or a cause.
Mechanicville Police Probe Two Women’s Deaths
Mechanicville police are investigating after two women were found dead on South Central Avenue. They, along with the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, were called to the area around 2 p.m. Wednesday. According to WTEN, criminal activity is not suspected, and the investigation into their deaths is ongoing. No ages or names were givens.
Search Intensifies For Missing Teacher
There is a renewed push to find missing Shaker High School teacher Meghan Marohn. WNYT reports the Delmar resident has been missing since March 27. Police have been searching in an area near Longcope Park in lee Massachusetts, where they found her car shortly after her disappearance.
DEC Announces Program To Collect Your Left Over Paint
DEC announced that the New York State Postconsumer Paint Collection Program is underway, making it easier for households and businesses to safely dispose of leftover paint. DEC will oversee the program, which will be operated by PaintCare to manage unwanted architectural coating products and provide for recycling or proper disposal. The program will accept leftover latex and oil-based paints and similar products at drop-off sites throughout New York.