A legionella outbreak has turned deadly at a senior living facility in Albany. 20 people are hospitalized after ten people have tested positive for legionaries at the Peregrine Senior Living Facility at Shaker since last Friday according to the Albany County Department of Health. Three of those ten people who tested positive have died
Saratoga Book Festival Announces Headliners
The Saratoga Book Festival revealed the list of writers participating in this year’s city-wide literary event. From Oct. 4 to Oct. 7, over 50 authors will be present, with special headliners each day including Liz Moore, Brenda Wineapple, Paul Tremblay and Kelly Link; acclaimed authors Roxana Robinson, Garth Risk Hallberg, Corey Brettschneider, Amitava Kumar; and bestsellers Mai Corland, Daniel Kraus and Karen McManus.
Two Year Sentence For Malta Man In Choking Incident
A Malta man was sentenced to 2 years in jail Thursday for choking a person. According to WNYT, 35 year old
Kevin J. Decelle was arrested last November after a domestic incident in the town of Halfmoon. Decelle struck the victim multiple times, obstructed their breathing and sexually assaulted them. Decelle pleaded guilty in May to second-degree strangulation.
Saratoga Man Draws 23 Years To Life In Ex-Girlfriend’s Slaying
The Saratoga Springs man who admitted to killing his ex-girlfriend was sentenced on Thursday to 23 years to life in prison. WNYT reports 31 year old Sebastian Mabb had pleaded guilty in Saratoga County Court in June to second-degree murder in the death of Brianna Craig, 25, back in February. Mabb smothered her with a pillow at her Saratoga Springs home.
NYRA Considering July 4th Racing At Saratoga
Local business owners are excited about the potential economic boost that could come if the New York Racing Association (NYRA) decides to extend horse racing at the Saratoga Race Course to include the July Fourth weekend in 2025. WTEN reports NYRA is currently considering moving the conclusion of the Belmont at the Big A Spring Meet from Aqueduct Racetrack to Saratoga Race Course in 2025.
Lasher Road Closure For Bridge Replacement
The Saratoga County Department of Public Works announced the upcoming closure of a portion of Lasher Road where it crosses the Mourning Kill. The road is expected to be closed from September 5 through December 11. WTEN reports the closure will be in place while crews conduct a bridge replacement.
9/11 Ceremony In Saratoga
Saratoga is hosting a 9/11 commemoration and remembrance ceremony. It happens September 11th, at 8:30am at High Rock Park, at 112 High Rock Avenue at the Tempered by Memory Sculpture. All are invited to attend.
Empire State University Professor Awarded $1 Million Grant
Tracy Galuski, Professor and Educational Studies Department Chair at Empire State University, was recently awarded a $1 million grant from SUNY and New York State’s Office of Strategic Workforce Development. The Saratogian reports Galuski’s proposal will increase opportunities for paraprofessionals to obtain initial teacher certification in high-need areas through SUNY Empire’s new baccalaureate-level teacher education program in Early Childhood Education.
Labor Day Event In Clifton Park
Dozens of people gathered together in Clifton Park on Labor Day. WRGB reports various community leaders and organizations took part in the 2024 Reclaiming Labor Day event. The day long gathering featured food, music, games and informational booths about different community offerings. Organizers say the goal is to recognize contributions and achievements of US workers and labor unions.
Ballston Spa Barbers Team Up
Two area barbers have partnered to create a new business called Ballston Spa Barber Club.
The barber shop on Route 50 is owned and operated by Raffaele Rispo and Gilberto Barron-Nunez, reports WNYT. Haircut appointments can be made online, or walk-ins are welcome.