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 Public Safety Plan Ahead Of Belmont Stakes
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.
National Grid Proposes Natural Gas, Electricity Rate Hikes
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.
Malta Man Charged With Grand Larceny
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.
Cohoes School District Official Resigns In Wake Of Alleged Assault
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.
Kaylin Gillis’ Father Discusses A & E Show On Daughter’s Death
Kaylin Gillis’ father, Andrew Gillis, has a strong response after news that the man convicted of shooting and killing his daughter might be telling his story to the producers of an A&E show, reports WNYT. The producers of the show call “Accused: Guilty or Innocent” are seeking to interview Monahan for an episode. Gillis’ father Andrew wrote to the network, telling them it would be in extremely poor taste to conduct and air an interview.
Driver Charged After Crash That Killed Mechanicville Man
A Copake man drove drunk Saturday and struck a motorcyclist from Saratoga County, killing the motorcyclist. The Daily Gazette reports killed in the crash was 29 year old Christopher Simmons of Mechanicville. The Copake man, identified as Alan Ingraham, 75, was charged with second-degree vehicular manslaughter, a felony, among other charges, officials said.
12 Year Old Honored For Water Rescue
A Capital Region toddler is alive today thanks for his 12-year-old cousin who saved him from drowning in a swimming pool.
WRGB reports Amelia Juracka from Greenfield Center was at a family gathering last summer when she noticed her 2-year-old cousin’s toy fall in the pool and the boy followed. Amelia sprang into action, rescuing the toddler from the water.
Stewart’s Offering ‘Give A Pint, Get A Pint’
Stewart’s Shops is treating American Red Cross blood donors to free pints of ice cream as a part of the “Give A Pint, Get A Pint” program. WNYT reports during the month of June, donors at blood drives will receive a voucher for a free pint of Stewart’s Shops ice cream or gelato. The program comes during the summer, when blood donations usually slow down.
This is the program’s ninth year.
Galway Man Facing Strangulation Charges
A Galway man is accused of choking a person until they became unconscious. According to WNYT, 40 year old Gerrod M. Jones was charged with strangulation following a disturbance call on Sacandaga Road in the town of Galway just after midnight on Saturday. Jones was arraigned in Galway Town Court and released to pretrial services.