The Ballston Spa Public Library has closed until further notice, the library and Ballston Spa mayor announced on Saturday. The temporary closure comes after a major flood in the facility a week ago. WTEN reports the library first announced it would be closed for a week on April 22 following flooding and extensive damage in the rear of the building and lower level bathrooms.
South Glens Falls Woman Dies From Accident Injuries
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to Kingsbury Saturday afternoon for a motor vehicle accident on State Route 4 that left one person dead. WNYT reports Rhonda A. Sexton, 50, of Fort Ann was driving a GMC Sierra, when she crossed over into the oncoming lane and struck a Nissan Rogue being operated by Keri L. Pike, 48, of South Glens Falls. Pike was also taken to Glens Falls Hospital, where she passed away from her injuries.
Ballston Spa Woman Facing Drug Charges
36-year-old Maigan W. Richardson of Ballston Spa was arrested on Sunday by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, after being detained by Ballston Spa Police on warrants from the Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police. WNYT reports she was allegedly found to be in possession of 360 milligrams or more of methadone and crack cocaine from a search incident coinciding with the arrest.
Clifton Park Man Arrested On Weapons, Other Charges
46 year old Shawn P. Flores of Clifton Park was arrested on Sunday by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office following investigation into a weapon call in Milton. Officials say they responded to the call at 885 Middle Line Road at 10:24 a.m. WNYT reports Flores is accused of having a deadly weapon, having previously been convicted of a crime, and with restraining two people.
New RV Park at Lake George
At Lake George, there’s a new seasonal RV park called Adirondack RV is opening in 2025, offering amenities and a community center for long-term campers. The Rock the Dock Music Festival on July 12th has announced its musical lineup, food vendors, and artist vendors.
Downtown Revitalization at lake George
Downtown Revitalization Initiative: The Town and Village of Lake George will receive $10 million in funding as part of the State Downtown Revitalization Initiative. A new technology at the Village of Lake George Wastewater Treatment Plant has led to a significant drop in nitrate levels in Lake George groundwater and streams.
Traffic death on motorycle
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that happened Thursday night on Quaker Road near Lafayette Street in Queensbury. Dylan Calabrese, 26, of Fort Edward, died from his injuries at Glens Falls Hospital. Deputies said around 9:02 p.m., a Duanesburg man was driving west on Quaker Road and tried turning left to continue south on Lafayette Street. He then collided with a 2016 Suzuki motorcycle driven by Calabrese while making the turn.
State Trooper show main in poursuit
A State Police trooper shot a 43-year-old Washington County man after investigators said he fled from a traffic stop and pointed a rifle at them. State Police Maj. Christopher Gilroy said the incident started at on Wednesday, when police attempted to pull over Billy Cassell III, of Kingsbury, on Route 9 in South Glens Falls. He had an active arrest warrant out of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on a criminal contempt charge.
Bullets found at high school
The Daily Gazetta – https://dailygazette.com/news/saratoga A box of bullets was found outside Saratoga Springs High School, outside the front entrance by school staff, the district said. The school entered a hold-in-place for about 40 minutes as an investigation was done. A student unknowingly and unintentionally brought the bullets on campus, and they were dropped out of a bag, police said.
A State Police trooper shot a 43-year-old Washington County man after investigators said he fled from a traffic stop and pointed a rifle at them. State Police Maj. Christopher Gilroy said the incident started at on Wednesday, when police attempted to pull over Billy Cassell III, of Kingsbury, on Route 9 in South Glens Falls. He had an active arrest warrant out of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on a criminal contempt charge.
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that happened Thursday night on Quaker Road near Lafayette Street in Queensbury. Dylan Calabrese, 26, of Fort Edward, died from his injuries at Glens Falls Hospital. Deputies said around 9:02 p.m., a Duanesburg man was driving west on Quaker Road and tried turning left to continue south on Lafayette Street. He then collided with a 2016 Suzuki motorcycle driven by Calabrese while making the turn.
A State Police trooper shot a 43-year-old Washington County man after investigators said he fled from a traffic stop and pointed a rifle at them. State Police Maj. Christopher Gilroy said the incident started at on Wednesday, when police attempted to pull over Billy Cassell III, of Kingsbury, on Route 9 in South Glens Falls. He had an active arrest warrant out of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on a criminal contempt charge.
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that happened Thursday night on Quaker Road near Lafayette Street in Queensbury. Dylan Calabrese, 26, of Fort Edward, died from his injuries at Glens Falls Hospital. Deputies said around 9:02 p.m., a Duanesburg man was driving west on Quaker Road and tried turning left to continue south on Lafayette Street. He then collided with a 2016 Suzuki motorcycle driven by Calabrese while making the turn.
A box of bullets was found outside Saratoga Springs High School, outside the front entrance by school staff, the district said. The school entered a hold-in-place for about 40 minutes as an investigation was done. A student unknowingly and unintentionally brought the bullets on campus, and they were dropped out of a bag, police said.
A State Police trooper shot a 43-year-old Washington County man after investigators said he fled from a traffic stop and pointed a rifle at them. State Police Maj. Christopher Gilroy said the incident started at on Wednesday, when police attempted to pull over Billy Cassell III, of Kingsbury, on Route 9 in South Glens Falls. He had an active arrest warrant out of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office on a criminal contempt charge.
The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal crash that happened Thursday night on Quaker Road near Lafayette Street in Queensbury. Dylan Calabrese, 26, of Fort Edward, died from his injuries at Glens Falls Hospital. Deputies said around 9:02 p.m., a Duanesburg man was driving west on Quaker Road and tried turning left to continue south on Lafayette Street. He then collided with a 2016 Suzuki motorcycle driven by Calabrese while making the turn.