The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is focused on the Spotted Lanternfly and how it can damage the state’s agriculture. The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive pest that feeds on 70 plant species, including apple trees and hops. The pest has been located in all of New York City’s boroughs as well as other parts of the state. Officials want to spread awareness, so if it spreads throughout the state, it can be contained and won’t damage the local economy.
Stillwater Man Facing Charges In Nude Invasion Incident
No word yet on a future court appearance for a Stillwater man who allegedly climbed into a house fully nude and tried to sexually abuse a woman who was in bed, asleep, next to her husband. 42 year old Nicholas P. Lesson scaled the outside of the house and broke in through a second-floor porch. Once inside, he allegedly made his move on the sleeping woman. The occupants chased him off and he was caught a short time later.
Inmate Accused Of Kicking Deputy In The Face
An inmate at the Saratoga County Jail has been charged after allegedly assaulting a deputy. 24 year old Bruce Larrabee of Ballston Spa, is accused of kicking the deputy in the face while at Saratoga Hospital on July 31. WTEN reports
Larrabee has been charged with second-degree assault, which is a felony. He was arraigned in Ballston Spa Village Court and remanded to the Saratoga County Jail.
Saratoga Student Follows In Dad’s Footsteps
Alex Domínguez, a student at Saratoga Springs High School, built and painted six benches for the soccer field in the Backstretch area. WTEN reports he had help with the project from his parents, including his dad, Ramon Domínguez, a retired jockey and Hall of Fame member. Together, they built and painted the six benches in the different barn colors of their sponsors.
Record High Temp Thursday
The National Weather Service says Albany hit an official high temperature of 99 degrees on Thursday. That beats the previous record of 98 degrees, set in 1955. Around the area Friday, there will be a mix of sun and clouds around with the chance for showers and storms. Some storms may once again produce heavy downpours. It won’t be as hot, but it will still be hot and very humid with highs near 90.
Woman Hurt In Saratoga Springs Apartment Fire
A woman was hurt in a Saratoga Springs apartment fire Wednesday. It happened at a residence on the sixth floor of the Stonequist Apartments. Arriving firefighters got the woman out of the apartment and she was airlifted to Albany Med with smoke inhalation and burns. No word on her identity. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Drue Denied Parole In Deadly Northway Crash
The man responsible for the 2012 Northway crash that killed two teens and injured two others was denied parole on Wednesday. WNYT reports Dennis Drue was under the influence of drugs and alcohol when he caused the December 2012 Northway crash that killed Deanna Rivers and Christopher Stewart. Drue was sentenced to five to 15 years in prison, but went before the parole board recently, seeking release after serving about eight and a half years.
State Police Held Buckle Up Checkpoing On Old Saratoga Road
State Police partnered with the New York State Park Police to hold a Buckle Up New York checkpoint on Old Saratoga Road in the area of the Moreau State Park entrance. State Police and State Park Police issued 46 tickets during the event. 18 of the tickets issued were for a seatbelt violation and two were child restraint violations. During the event State Police took the opportunity to educate multiple families on child passenger safety and proper installation of child restraints.
Porter’s Corners Restaurant Closing
The Rocking Table at Mom & Pop’s, a fast-casual, take-out food restaurant located in Porter Corners, is closing this week. Joshua Gordon, the owner, said they don’t have the funds to make the necessary repairs to get the proper licenses. According to WTEN, the Health Department won’t issue the shop a permit until they upgrade the septic and water sanitation system. Gordon said they rent the building and these upgrades would cost $10,000 to $15,000, which they can’t afford.
Four Businesses Cited In Underage Drinking Enforcement
State Police conducted an Underaged Drinking Enforcement Detail in Saratoga County as 21 businesses were checked for compliance. Four people were charged with Unlawfully Dealing with a Child in the First degree, a class “A” misdemeanor, after selling alcohol to persons under the age of 21. Four businesses were cited;
A-Plus Sunoco, 1545 Crescent Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065, Sunoco Food Mart, 1500 SR9, Halfmoon, NY 12065, Xtra Mart, 1588 SR9, Halfmoon, NY 12065 and Lucky Mart Valero, 1324 SR50, Ballston Spa, NY 12020.