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A woman is accused of stealing over $50,000 from the apartment complex where she worked in Saratoga County. According to WNYT, 47 year old Jacqueline Shafe allegedly stole the money from August 2021 through April 2022. She’s charged with grand larceny and making a false written statement.

The modified stock cars that have been racing around the dirt track at Albany-Saratoga Speedway in Malta for six decades have finally reached the finish line. WNYT reports the 50-acre property just off Route 9, where drivers have been priming their engines since the 1960s, is now seen as prime real estate by the Five Quarters Development Group. They want to convert the land into a multi-use mecca for retail and residential purposes.

In New York City, a Saratoga Springs author got a moment in the spotlight in the middle of Times Square. On Thursday, the cover of Melissa Kahl’s book, Ellie’s Masterclass, was displayed on the Nasdaq board in Times Square. WTEN reports the book was released in November 2023 and has won multiple awards.

The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of two Malta men on arrest warrants on Sunday. Jacques Boisvert, 45, and Jacques Boisvert IV, 20, are being charged with third-degree criminal possession of stolen property. WTEN reports
Boisvert and Boisvert IV are accused of having a stolen trailer valued at $3,000. They were arraigned in Malta Town Court.

Investigators have released the name of the man who was killed Friday night. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office says Brian Miller, 53, of Malta was hit in the head with a wrench during a large fight near Malta Pointe Apartments. That blow to the head is what authorities say caused Miller’s death. WNYT reports 20 year old Cyrus J. Tetreault of Watervliet has been arrested, and charged with first degree manslaughter, and fourth degree criminal possession of a weapon.

On Thursday morning, Saratoga County Fire Coordinator Ed Tremblay was honored for his 29 years of service with a walkout ceremony. Tremblay became fire coordinator in 1995 and has coordinated several firefighter classes, investigations, and disaster deployments. WTEN reports Tremblay chaired the Volunteer Chiefs Committee for the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs and served as President from 2017 to 2020. Tremblay was the chief of the West Crescent Fire Department and is a lifelong member.

Saratoga Springs police are talking about the public safety plan that will go into effect, starting with the Belmont on Broadway event on Wednesday. WTEN reports Broadway will be closed between Lake Ave. and Vandam St. – between City Center and City Hall – starting on Wednesday June 5 at 5:00 A.M. for Belmont on Broadway. Blues Traveler is the headliner for the free, family-friendly concert that kicks off the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival.

Your gas and electric bills could soon see a steep hike, unless state lawmakers step in. WNYT reports National Grid submitted a new rate plan to state legislators that would increase the average person’s utility bill by nearly $40 a month.
The company asked for a 15% increase in electricity rates, and 20% for natural gas. The requested increases would take effect next year if the Public Service Commission approves them.

A Malta man was arrested following a larceny investigation, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Clayton Callan, 37, is facing multiple charges. According to WTEN, Callan is accused of stealing over $1,000 from the Northway Golf Center on Crescent Road in Halfmoon around 5:03 p.m. on Tuesday. Police say he also allegedly altered the store’s business records, reportedly intending to defraud and commit another crime.

An emergency board meeting was held at Cohoes Middle School on Wednesday evening to accept the resignation of James P. Stapleton, the district’s facilities director, who is accused of punching Assistant Superintendent Dan Martinelli on school property in April. WTEN reports Assistant Superintendent Dan Martinelli has submitted his resignation from the Cohoes City School District following an alleged assault by Stapleton, who is facing charges of third degree assault and harassment for the incident.