If you are looking for a job this summer, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said several positions are available for upcoming summer camp programs. The DEC is looking for camp counselors, cooks and camp aides. No experience is needed. Among the venues is Camp Pack Forest in Warrensburg.
Milton Man Facing Theft Counts
The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office says they arrested Timothy D. Febbie, 55, of Milton on Saturday on a criminal mischief charge, following a disturbance call made around 9:44 a.m. on Emmett Street. WNYT reports
Febbie allegedly damaged several items inside of a residence, including windows, a refrigerator, and furniture, said the Sheriff’s Office.
Town Hall Held In Glens Falls
An organization called Indivisible Adirondack/Saratoga organized a town hall for residents on New York District 22 to voice their concerns to Elise Stefanik, however Stefanik did not show up. WNYT reports the room was at max capacity with the organization estimating 150 people in attendance at the Crandall Public Library in Glens Falls.
Shooting Victim To Meet With Saratoga City Officials In May
Cali Brown, who was struck in the arm during a shooting in downtown Saratoga Springs on November 20, 2022, is set to meet with city officials in May to discuss a potential settlement. WRGB reports Brown filed a lawsuit against the city and its police department, claiming officers recklessly discharged their firearms and failed to protect innocent bystanders.
Democrat Ready For Uphill Battle To Replace Stefanik
An upstate New York dairy farmer is running to succeed U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik in New York’s 21st Congressional District. WNYT reports Blake Gendebien says it’s not about being a Republican or Democrat. It’s about being a helpful member of the community. Gendebien, a Democrat, has an uphill battle in NY-21. Republicans have a big enrollment advantage.
Attorney Claims Retired Saratoga Police Officer’s Insurance Should Have Covered Step Daughter’s Brain Surgery
An attorney representing a former city police officer in Saratoga says Jason Tetu’s 23-year-old step-daughter, who has severe epilepsy, could not undergo brain surgery at Boston Children’s Hospital recently because the city’s insurance provider wouldn’t cover it. Schreiber is arguing, under city policy, when a police officer retires they get to keep the benefits they had at the time of retirement, which should have covered the surgery.
Union Contract Ratified By Faculty At Skidmore College
Faculty at Skidmore College voted to ratify their first union contract. The agreement includes pay raises, longer contracts, expected renewals, and paid family leave. WTEN reports the contract covers nearly 200 non-tenure track employees after they voted in favor of a union in September 2022. Everyone voted in favor of ratifying the contract, according to the union.
Hoffman’s Car Wash Opens Glens Falls Location
Hoffman Car Wash’s newest location is offering free car washes through the weekend at 194 Broad St. in Glens Falls, with no voucher required. WNYT reports it’s the 33rd Hoffman’s Car Wash location in the Capital Region.
The car wash is offering free washes until the end of the day on Sunday.
Adirondack Sports Summer Expo Returning To Saratoga
The annual Adirondack Sports Summer Expo is returning for its 19th year this weekend. It will be at the Saratoga Springs City Center on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to WTEN, the expo is free to attend with 200 exhibitors covering running, biking, hiking, paddling, triathlons, recreation, health, fitness, and travel.
Homeland Security Operation Reported In Ballston Spa
An operation by Homeland Security was conducted at a home in Ballston Spa on Tuesday, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Details are limited, but NEWS10 was on the scene around 8:30 a.m. when the operation took place. WTEN reports it occurred at a home on East North Road.