The Saratoga County Board of Elections and the City of Saratoga Springs announce that the Recreation Center at 15 Vanderbilt Avenue is an early voting site for the 2022 June Primary Election.
Hours for voting:
Saturday, June 18: 9am – 5pm
Sunday, June 19: 9am – 5pm
Monday, June 20: 12pm – 8pm
Tuesday, June 21: 9am – 5pm
Wednesday, June 22: 12pm – 8pm
Thursday, June 23: 9am – 5pm
Friday, June 24: 9am – 5pm
Saturday, June 25: 9am – 5pm
|Sunday, June 26: 9am – 5pm
Work Starting On Storm Water Infrastructure In Saratoga
Department of Public Works Commissioner Jason Golub announced that the installation of new storm water infrastructure is underway on Clement Avenue near the City’s North Side playground. The storm water project will solve historic flooding issues that occur during major rain events and the spring time snowmelt. Funding for the project comes from the City’s capital budget in a dedicated line for storm water improvements and the work should take two to three weeks.
Authorities Vow To Crack Down On Waterway Safety This Summer
Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo recently announced Sheriff’s Deputies, New York State Police, New York Park Police, New York Environmental Conservation Police and town of Stillwater Police together will step up enforcement on waterways in Saratoga County this summer. The Saratogian reports officials urged boaters to choose a designated operator when out on the water, just as they would a designated driver when going out on the town.
Ballston Man Arraigned In Alleged Strangling Case
A man from Ballston accused of strangling a woman went before the judge on Wednesday and ended up back behind bars for lack of bail. According to WNYT, Todd Axton was arraigned Wednesday afternoon on a 13 count indictment after police were called to a Burnt Hills home in late March to investigate Axton’s alleged strangling of a woman he wasn’t supposed to have contact with.
Groundbreaking For “Y” Project In Saratoga
A groundbreaking Wednesday marks the start of an $8.2 million project between the Saratoga Regional YMCA and the Saratoga Senior Center. WNYT reports the two organizations are working together to expand the Y’s current West Avenue facility, by including a 14,000 square-foot senior center. They will also be adding additional space for YMCA programs and services
Jordan Concedes To Tedisco In 44th Senate District Primary
State Sen. Daphne Jordan is ending her bid for re-election in the newly drawn 44th Senate District and conceding to Republican primary challenger Sen. Jim Tedisco. WTEN reports Jordan said that while her name will be on the ballot in August, she is no longer actively campaigning.
Gaffney’s Will Write A $70,000 Check To Reopen
We told you earlier that Gaffney’s Bar & Restaurant can reopen once it pays a fine imposed by the State Liquor Authority. Now it’s been revealed that the fine is $70,000. It was imposed after a series of incidents including fights that happened at the Caroline Street business since late December.
Fundraiser Planned For Family Of Man, Boy Killed In Motorcycle Crash
In the wake of a Lake George man and his step son being killed when a motorcycle crashed into them, a fundraiser is now planned to help the family. It happened near the Lake George Expedition Park. Next Wednesday, the park will hold a fundraiser, Wednesday, June 22 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. It will be donation-only admission with live music and a silent auction and all proceeds will go to the family of 38 year old Jamie Persons and 8 year old Quinton Delgadillo.
Drowning Victim ID’ed As Watervliet Teen
The victim of a tragic drowning in Watervliet on Monday has been identified as 16-year-old Matthew Billetts, an 11th grader at Watervliet High School. According to WNYT, police say the teen suffered some sort of medical emergency while fishing with a friend, falling into the river. A Watervliet police officer – along with two city firefighters – jumped into the water immediately to attempt to locate Matthew, but were unsuccessful.
Rhode Island Man Charged With DWI In Saratoga
A Rhode Island man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a crash in the city. The Saratogian reports troopers observed a speeding vehicle traveling northbound on U.S. Route 9 in the town of Malta. The patrol activated their emergency lights but the driver took off and crashed in front of 125 South Broadway. 31 year old Luke Benoit was extricated from the vehicle and transported to Albany Medical Center where he is in stable condition. He has been charged with driving while intoxicated.