The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Burnt Hills man for allegedly strangling someone. WNYT reports Todd Axton is facing several felony charges after an incident at a home last week involving a person who had an order of protection against him. Authorities also say they found several illegal guns at his home.
Family Wants Investigation Regarding Police Incident Involving Their Son
An African American family in Saratoga Springs is upset that the Saratoga Springs Police Department is not investigating an assault by three White men against their son. Public Safety Commissioner Jim Montagnino is looking into the case. According to WNYT, the incident happened in early March at a house party with high school seniors. According to Montagnino, the public safety commissioner, an 18-year was assaulted and Montagnino says he is upset with how police handled the case.
State Lawmakers Miss Budget Deadline
State lawmakers and Gov. Kathy Hochul missed the April 1 state budget deadline. The final spending plan was due by midnight on March 31. The Sun Community News reports If the budget is not completed by 4 p.m. Monday, April 4, Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli warned two weeks ago that they would not be able to “complete paycheck distribution and release of direct deposit funds and advices” for state employees, though the State University of New York and the State Insurance Fund would not be affected due to the start date of their fiscal year in June.
Booster Shots Available Around New York
Booster doses are free and widely available statewide, including at all state-run mass vaccination sites.
The State’s Department of Health released new clinical guidance on the administration of second booster doses for all providers enrolled in the New York State vaccination program. The guidance follows the Federal Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of Emergency Use Authorization for a second booster and the updated recommendation from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to allow adults 50 years and older to receive a second booster of an mRNA vaccine at least four months after their first booster.
Clifton Park’s Donnell Becomes First Woman To Head NY Air National Guard
Brig. Gen. Denise Donnell on Saturday became the first female officer appointed to command the 5,900-member New York Air National Guard. WNYT reports Donnell, of Clifton Park, took over the aerial militia arm of the New York National Guard from Maj. Gen. Timothy LaBarge during a change of command ceremony at National Guard headquarters. LaBarge, who led the Air National Guard since 2018, retired.
Man Charged With Injuring Saratoga County Sheriff’s Investigator
A man from Saratoga County is accused of injuring an investigator with the Saratoga County Sheriff’s office. According to WNYT, Joshua Allen was arrested Wednesday at his home in Providence after authorities say an investigator was questioning Allen about a separate case, and they got into an altercation. Allen is charged with felony assault and resisting arrest.
Saratoga Businesses Raising Money For Ukraine
Impressions of Saratoga and Dark Horse Mercantile, both located on Broadway in Saratoga, designed two Ukraine-themed shirts and are sending the proceeds to the people of Ukraine through the International Red Cross. According to WNYT, one of the designs features a sunflower and each shirt comes with a packet of seeds.
Sheriff’s Office Marks Autism Awareness Month
The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing “Autism Awareness Month.” WNYT reports sheriff’s patrol vehicles will display autism awareness magnets throughout April. A new program aims to improve the safety of people with autism or any other disability, by placing decals in windows of cars or homes.
Man Sentenced In Shooting Incident On Caroline Street In Saratoga
24 year old Dennis Combs of Albany sentenced to six years behind bars in connection with a street fight and firing of a gun on Caroline Street in Saratoga on June 26th, 2021. WNYT reports surveillance video captured on street cameras show Combs pulling a gun from his waistband, pointing it into the air, and then firing off some shots.
Saratoga Doc Accused Of Taking ‘Upskirt’ Pics In Boston
A Saratoga Springs doctor is accused of taking intimate photos of women in Boston without their knowledge. WNYT reports the situation on Newbury Street dates back to last September when police say Damon DeTeso took photos by placing his phone outside his backpack, or putting it in a spot women had to step over as they walked by. Police confiscated his phone and say they found several incriminating photos. He’s now facing 37 charges.