tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39163677460671421342024-03-10T13:50:25.098-04:00Saratogian NewsroomThe Saratogian Newsroom blog, complete with thoughts and commentary from our newsroom staff and regular posts on happenings around town. The Saratogian City Deskhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12483093324074629001noreply@blogger.comBlogger972125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-50952719780433881982015-08-06T09:13:00.001-04:002015-08-06T09:13:08.114-04:004-H Youth to spend a day with thoroughbreds<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px; text-align: center;">
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<b>SARATOGA SPRINGS>></b> Saratoga is the summer place to be when it comes to horses. Adults and youth horse lovers alike flock to Saratoga to see the Thoroughbred horses. </div>
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On <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_197803962" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Monday, Aug. 17</span></span>, local 4-H Youth will have the opportunity to learn about the Thoroughbred horse industry up close and personal. Thanks to a sponsorship from the New York Thoroughbred Breeding & Development Fund, approximately 30 youth from Saratoga and surrounding areas will be spending the day with industry professionals. Young people who live locally year round may not be aware of the equine career opportunities in their own backyard. </div>
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Tracy Egan, Executive Director of The Fund said in a press release “The NYS Thoroughbred Breeding & Development Fund is pleased to support the CCE outreach to youth. Part of our mission to promote responsible breeding is to encourage young people to respect horses at every stage of life. Today's 4-H member could one day train or raise Thoroughbreds with caring and respect." <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><u></u><u></u></span></div>
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Youth will start the morning off with a tour of the Oklahoma Track and barns, seeing the horse’s morning workouts with their trainers. They will learn about the breeding industry and potential careers in the equine industry. Next, they will tour the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame to learn about the history of horse racing, and gain a historical perspective on Thoroughbred racing and how it has evolved. Finally, participants will be treated to lunch and a day at the races at the famous Saratoga Racecourse. <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_197803963" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Monday’s</span></span> are family day at the races with plenty of educational opportunities and activities for all to enjoy.<u></u><u></u></div>
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For more information on Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County, 4-H Youth programs and CCE Equine, please call 885-8995 or visit <a href="http://www.ccesaratoga.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.ccesaratoga.org</a> or Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CCESaratoga" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>CCESaratoga</a>. For information on the New York Thoroughbred Breeding & Development Fund please visit <a href="http://www.nybreds.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.nybreds.com</a>. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-35781700794077304742015-06-15T15:53:00.000-04:002015-06-15T15:53:02.867-04:00Political robo calls begin <span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Political season is beginning to heat up in Saratoga Springs. Some in the city received robocalls over the weekend. The call asked people who they favored in city elections and statewide elections too, like the Governor's race and Presidential election. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Thanks to NYSNYS news reporter Kyle Hughes for sending this along. The call asks voters to press numbers if they find various candidates "favorable" or "unfavorable" mayoral candidates Democratic incumbent mayor Joanne Yepsen or Republican candidate John Safford, incumbent Democratic finance commissioner Michele Madigan or Republican candidate Ken Ivins. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">There was no question regarding the public safety election, which will likely include a Democratic primary between former city attorney Sarah Burger and current commissioner Chris Mathiesen. Republican Rick Wirth has also announced he will run for the position. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">The call also asked people if they supported the City Center parking garage project and the expansion plans at both the Saratoga Race Course and Saratoga National Golf Club.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><a href="https://soundcloud.com/lauren-mineau/poll">Here's</a> the audio.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Anyone else get one of these calls? </span></div>
Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-19580940647754456642015-04-26T18:12:00.004-04:002015-04-26T18:12:56.925-04:00National Bottle Museum artists' space renovatedAt 6 p.m. on June 5, as part of Ballston Spa’s monthly First Friday events, the National Bottle Museum will have a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand reopening of the newly remodeled JRM Artists’ Space.<br />
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The JRM Artists’ Space displays rotating exhibits by local and nationally known artists. It is located on the museum’s second floor.<br />
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The museum can be contacted at (518) 885-7589Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-1060104418924377562015-03-12T09:19:00.001-04:002015-03-12T09:19:16.025-04:00CDTC announces public meetings for long-range transportation plan <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white;">
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The Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC), which is responsible for federal transportation funding and programming in the 4-county region of Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties, has announced the schedule for its public information meetings to introduce their new long-range, regional transportation plan, known as New Visions 2040.<u></u><u></u></div>
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CDTC is inviting the public to these meetings to learn about CDTC and what we do, to learn about our New Visions 2040 plan, and to share feedback on the plan. The meetings will consist of a short presentation, followed by a general question & answer session, and then several interactive workstations where the public can ask specific questions and provide specific comments to CDTC staff.<u></u><u></u></div>
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The agenda for all the meetings will be the same. Listed below are the dates, times, and locations of each meeting.<u></u><u></u></div>
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The public can learn more about New Visions 2040, the draft subject area papers, and the draft recommendations at <a href="http://www.cdtcmpo.org/rtp2040/white.htm" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://www.cdtcmpo.org/<wbr></wbr>rtp2040/white.htm</a>.<u></u><u></u></div>
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“Transportation and transportation technologies are changing rapidly. Self-driving cars and trucks, smart traffic signals and street lights, and drone freight deliveries are just some of the new technologies for which we must plan,” said Mike Franchini, CDTC Executive Director. “In order to plan for the future transportation system in the Capital Region, CDTC needs and welcomes the community’s input!”</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-51366271180751933332015-03-03T14:31:00.002-05:002015-03-03T14:31:14.814-05:00Saratoga National Historical Park Selects New Chief Ranger<div align="center" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Cambria, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px;">The Chief Ranger oversees visitor safety and resource protection of the park’s Battlefield and Old Saratoga units, heading up law enforcement and coordinating the structural and wildfire programs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Cambria, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px;">David LaMere is a fifteen year-veteran field ranger with the National Park Service serving at Cape Cod National Seashore, Boston National Historical Park, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Saratoga National Historical Park. He notes “<i><span style="background-image: initial; background-repeat: initial;">I am excited to be a part of the team protecting a National Park that is fundamental to the history and creation of our nation</span></i><span style="background-image: initial; background-repeat: initial;">". LaMere </span>holds degrees in history and education through Eastern Nazarene College and enjoys hunting and fishing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Cambria, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px;">For more information about this or other events, please call the Visitor Center at <a href="tel:518-670-2985" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank" value="+15186702985">518-670-2985</a> or check our website at </span><a href="http://www.nps.gov/sara" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">www.nps.gov/sara</span></a> or<span style="font-family: Cambria, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px;"> our social media feeds, Facebook: @SaratogaNHP or Twitter: #SaratogaNHP</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16126804450468483671noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-27755980601041234522015-02-18T16:58:00.001-05:002015-02-27T14:24:32.979-05:00Clifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency Corps gives gift to Saratoga SheriffsClifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency Corps presented the gift of 10 Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) to the Saratoga County Sheriff's Department on Tuesday at the Clifton Park substation.<br />
In celebration of American Heart Month, the CPHM EMS team gifted the devices to local law enforcement and stated they are committed to establishing the imprtance of heart health in Saratoga County.<br />
HEARTSafe Communities
is a program designed to promote survival from out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest
(SCA). It is a general concept focused upon strengthening the “chain of survival”;
Immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of emergency response system,
CPR, Rapid Defibrillation, Effective Advanced Life Support and then Integrated postcardiac
arrest care.
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and over
350,000 people will suffer from SCA this year. An AED is the only effective treatment for
restoring a regular heart rhythm during SCA and is an easy to operate tool for someone
with no medical background.<br />
“With an AED onboard, the
Sheriff’s patrol unit will be able to potentially increase chances of survival in SCA by
administering rapid defibrillation," said CPHM EMS Director of Operations, Michael Seney.<br />
For each minute defibrillation is delayed, the chance of survival is reduced approximately
10 percent. With Saratoga County Sheriff patrol units equipped with an AED device, law enforcement
will be able to administer life saving care until first responders arrive on the
scene.<br />
"The addition of these 10 AEDs to our existing
units will allow us to deploy AEDs in every part of Saratoga County. Our patrol units
are on the road 24 hours a day and ready to respond at a moments notice generally,
arriving first on the scene. All of our members are certified in CPR and our excellent
Desk Officers in the 911 Center are trained to provide CPR instructions to callers in an
emergency," said Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo.<br />
"The best chance for survival of a cardiac arrest occurs with early CPR and
early defibrillation. With this generous gift from the Clifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency
Corps we are now in a better position than ever to provide these two vital links in the
Chain of Survival. The men and women of the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office are
committed to our goal of making Saratoga County a safe place to live, work and raise a
family. "<br />
The funds used to purchase the AEDs were donated by Clifton Park and Halfmoon residents
during the annual CPHM EMS Community Service Fund Drive.
To learn more about CPHM EMS American Heart Association visit <a href="http://www.cphmems.org/"> www.cphmems.org</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-47383708905521505092014-12-29T11:41:00.000-05:002014-12-29T11:41:05.599-05:00Neuroscience office in Clifton Park moving<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;">Ellis Medicine's outpatient Neuroscience Care office in the Medical Center of Clifton Park will move to a new location just down the road at 939 Route 146, Building 500, effective Jan. 5. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;"> Ellis Medicine's Neuroscience Care office at 1101 Nott St. in Schenectady will remain open.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;"> "In addition to the neurological and neurosurgical care provided by our team, the new location allows us to share space with physical therapy, which will benefit many of our patients who need outpatient treatment for injury, concussions, headaches and other movement disorders or impairments," said Jeff Winacott, R.N., director of neuroscience at Ellis.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;">In addition, the newest physician to join the Ellis neuroscience team, Richard Jackson, M.D., will be seeing patients at both the Clifton Park and Schenectady offices.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;" /><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_730016146" style="background-color: white; border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">.</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;">Appointments can be scheduled by calling </span><a href="tel:518.243.3387" style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;" value="+15182433387">518.243.3387</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;"> or online at </span><a href="http://ellismedicine.org/" style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;" target="_blank">ellismedicine.org</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.3333339691162px;">.</span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-51842120947826099432014-12-23T14:55:00.003-05:002014-12-23T14:55:34.509-05:00Sheriff's K9 outfitted with ballistic vests Saratoga County Sheriff’s K9’s Dutch, Brodie, Kyle, Gunner, Hogan, Lee, Zeus, Nio, Karma, and Duke have received ballistic vests thanks to money raised by a charitable organization.<br />
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.raised over $9,800 at the annual “Protecting the Paws in Blue” charity event which was held at the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department on Sept. 21. Proceeds were donated by the non-profit to provide vests for the 10 dogs at the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office.<br />
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501c (3) nationwide charity located in East Taunton, Mass. Their mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. Each vest costs $950.00 and has a 5 year warranty. The nonprofit was established in 2009 to assist law enforcement agencies with this potentially life-saving body armor for their four legged K9 Officers. Through private and corporate sponsorships, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provided over 1,198 law enforcement dogs in 40 states with protective vests since 2009 at a cost of $1,138,100.<br />
The organization orders the U.S. made vests exclusively from the distributor Regency Police Supply in Hyannis, MA. Who also does the custom embroidery on the body armor. Armor Express of Central Lake, MI is the manufacturer for the K9 vests.<br />
New K9 graduates as well as K9's with expired vests are eligible to participate. The program is open to law enforcement dogs who are U.S employed, certified and at least 19 months of age.<br />
For more information, event listings or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978 or by visiting the website: <a href="http://www.vik9s.org/">www.vik9s.org</a><br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-77572284379791464072014-11-21T11:52:00.003-05:002014-11-21T11:52:28.802-05:00Homeless Awareness Evening in Saratoga Tonight (Friday) <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-60405157106293935662014-11-18T17:04:00.002-05:002014-11-18T17:15:56.485-05:00State Liquor Authority calls for emergency suspension at Buddha Tea House in Albany<div style="background-color: white; text-indent: 0.5in;">
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="color: #222222;">The State Liquor Authority (SLA) issued an emergency suspension of the serving and consumption of alcohol at the Buddha tea House in Albany following a board meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18. </span><span style="color: #222222; text-align: center;">The suspension comes after an incident on Nov. 9. </span><span style="color: black;"> </span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">At approximately <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1679245551" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">1:45 a.m</span></span>, an Albany Police Department (APD) patrol unit witnessed a victim of a stabbing exiting the </span>Buddha Tea House. APD officers responding to the victim were impeded by a violent altercation involving patrons of the Buddha Tea House, an altercation that erupted directly outside the bar in the immediate aftermath of the stabbing, resulting in the injury of two additional patrons. APD officers report the licensee and staff were uncooperative with the investigation; by attempting to deny police officers access to the bar, denying the incident occurred inside the premises, denying APD access to security video, in addition to attempting to clean up the crime scene. The SLA charged the bar with three violations of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law, including disorderly premises and deliberately interfering with a police investigation, according to information in a press release from the SLA.</span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: 0.5in;">Buddha Tea House has a history of violence since opening in September of 2012, the SLA said. On Oct. 25, 2014, APD patrol officers responded to a large brawl directly in front of the premises involving a patron striking other patrons with beer bottles. The staff again were uncooperative with police, with the APD reporting bouncers from the bar allowing a suspect to reenter the bar and escape through an emergency exit, in an apparent attempt to evade police. On July 6, 2014, APD patrol officers again responded to a large fight involving patrons and security staff from the bar, directly in front of the premises. Again, police report the licensee’s staff were uncooperative. </span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Buddha Tea House was previously fined $8,000 by the SLA on July 1, 2014 for five separate assaults occurring on October 19 and 20, 2013, and in 2014 on January 1, February 1, and March 9.</span><br />
<span style="color: windowtext; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">“This bar has shown a disregard for the law and a total lack of concern for safety of patrons, police and residents,” said SLA Chairman Dennis Rosen. </span><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">“This should serve as a message that we will not hesitate to take a license when a bar poses a danger to public safety.” </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> </span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: 0.5in;"> The State Administrative Procedure Act authorizes a State agency to summarily suspend a license when the agency finds that public health, safety, or welfare requires emergency action. When the SLA summarily suspends a license, it also serves a Notice of Pleading alleging one or more disciplinary violations. In invoking a summary suspension, the SLA has deemed the violation, considering each licensee’s disciplinary history, to be sufficiently serious upon initial review to warrant an immediate suspension, according to the release. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The SLA said the decision is not final and the licensee is entitled to a hearing, though the suspension remains in effect until determined otherwise. </span><br />
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-77684848817714075722014-11-12T15:11:00.002-05:002014-11-12T15:11:24.881-05:00Mouzon House owners launch video documenting gov't inaction The son of the Mouzon House owners, Aaron Pedinotti, had launched a YouTube channel anticipating the start of development of the City Center parking garage.<br />
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Pedinotti and his parents, Dianne and Dave have attended numerous public meetings expressing concerns for the plans for the five story, 511-space structure that would loom over their restaurant and potentially put them out of business.</div>
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The Mouzon House is known for its lush outdoor gardens and sanctuary-like dining experience. </div>
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Aaron Pedinotti said in his video he plans to document the progress of construction every day, noting noise disturbances, traffic problems etc.</div>
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He said he also plans to document interviews held with independent urban planners and designers to document and support the "inaction from city government" and generate further support for their opposition. </div>
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“Once the garage is built, I intend to use my footage as the basis for a documentary about the consequences of city government inaction in the face of poor urban planning,” he said. </div>
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The Pedinotti's launched a petition and collected over 300 signatures supporting opposition, presented at a joint meeting to the Planning Board and the Design Review Commission in September. </div>
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Other residents have also started a petition with over 250 signatures which can be viewed <a href="https://www.change.org/p/kate-maynard-consider-alternate-plans-for-city-parking-garage">here.</a> </div>
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Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-57711118161093365532014-11-10T12:33:00.000-05:002014-11-10T12:33:36.410-05:00Vent Fitness donating equipment to one local nonprofit for Extreme Gym Makeover<div style="background-color: white; color: #363636; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">
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VENT Fitness is proud to present the <i>Extreme Gym Makeover</i> project. VENT is fulfilling its commitment to sustainability by donating its available club-quality, industry-leading fitness equipment to one local community organization. The project will also provide non-structural renovations and facility improvements (including painting, flooring, etc.) to the chosen organization’s fitness area. If the organization does not presently have a fitness area, VENT and partners will create one in an area or space that is unused. <u></u><u></u></div>
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Those wishing to nominate an organization for the <i>Extreme Gym Makeover</i> should visit <a href="http://www.extremegymmakeover.com/" style="color: #1155cc; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">www.extremegymmakeover.com</a> to apply. Applicants may include photos, videos, an essay and anything else that might help illustrate the need for a makeover. Nominations are now open and will be accepted through <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1520007380" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">11:59pm EST on December 7, 2014</span></span>. One organization will be chosen to receive the <i>Extreme Gym Makeover</i> on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1520007381" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Monday, December 22, 2014</span></span>. The makeover is expected to occur in early 2015.<u></u><u></u></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-40867819470402066272014-11-03T14:03:00.003-05:002014-11-03T14:03:52.864-05:00H&V Collision Center Awards Four Deserving Capital District Veterans With Cars H&V Collision Center Awards Four Deserving Capital District Veterans With Cars<br />
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Four local veterans and their families will receive the refurbished automobiles at luncheon this upcoming Veteran’s Day<br />
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repair facilities in the Capital Region, will be hosting a luncheon on Veteran’s Day to give four deserving veterans and their families cars as part of the 2014 Keys To Progress. The event is the 7thand will also be sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Progressive Insurance, Axalta Performance Coatings, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, LKQ Corp, and The Goldstein Auto Group. It will take place on November 11, 2014 at 11 am EST at Progressive Insurance, 1586 Central Ave., Albany, NY.<br />
The veterans and families were hand-selected based on their involvement with the military, their exemplary efforts to improve their families’ lives and their need for a reliable automobile. The recipients include US Army veteran Dan Cooper from Cherry Valley, who cares for his two children and his wife, who suffers from a rare blood disorder. Dan continues to serve in the National Guard and a vehicle would help him spend more time with his family. Tom Kudlack, a US Army veteran, of Watervliet served in Iraq and Afghanistan, and was injured during both deployments. He now shares custody of his 4-year-old son and a car would provide an easier commute to work and allow for more time to care for his son. Marine Corp veteran, Marcus Jackson of Ballston Spa, was raised with 11 siblings by his grandmother and he joined the military in search of a better life. Now, Marcus cares for his 6-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son while searching for a full-time position that he can apply his experience from the Marines. Lastly, Patrick Boyle of Queensbury served in the Marine Corps in Afghanistan as a Security Specialist. Due to this rigorous position, Patrick is now partially disabled but is working and caring for his 6-month-old daughter. With the donated car, Patrick will return to school and find a full-time job.<br />
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“It has been incredible to meet these four individuals and their families and we are beyond excited to give them a safe and reliable automobile, something that is so critical in navigating everyday life,” said Rich Tanchyk, assistant vice president at H&V Collision. “Our organization is committed to serving our service men and women as well as our community. We hope that these cars serve as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of the people that deserve them most.”<br />
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H&V Collision Center is a veteran owned company that proudly supports the military and their families. Their unique program connects insurers, collision repairers, paint suppliers, parts vendors and others who collaborate to repair and donate vehicles to deserving individuals and service organizations in local communities throughout the country.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-22243880607053001142014-11-03T13:47:00.001-05:002014-11-03T13:47:21.164-05:00Equitas Realty Launching Fall Food Drive Supporting Shelters of SaratogaSARATOGA SPRINGS>> As temperatures drop, Equitas Realty agents will be fanning out through their communities to collect much-needed donations to Shelters of Saratoga (S.O.S.), the area’s only men’s and women’s homeless shelter. Starting November 14, families will find a door hanger with a collection bag and a list of the dozen items most in demand, including canned goods, powdered coffee creamer, sugar and Stewarts milk cards as well as socks, underwear, bedding and personal care items such as soap and toothpaste. Monetary donations are also welcome. The door hanger includes a raffle ticket to win a free turkey in time for Thanksgiving.<br />
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On Friday, Nov. 21 Equitas agents will collect bags from doorsteps throughout Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, Wilton and Greenfield. This is the fifth year that Janet Besheer, broker and owner of Equitas Realty, has organized agent efforts on behalf of S.O.S. through either food drives or onsite work programs. “As Thanksgiving approaches, we hope families throughout the area will fill their collection bags to benefit those most in need of the safe housing and meals that Shelters of Saratoga provides.”<br />
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Equitas Realty is a new and innovative brokerage with more than 35 experienced agents and agent teams. It is located at 38 High Rock Ave. in Saratoga Springs.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-10538292219656075962014-10-30T13:50:00.002-04:002014-10-30T13:51:59.667-04:00Saratoga Springs Native and National Community Change Expert Rich Harwood Returns to Give Keynote at NYLA Conference Nov. 6<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">
<span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Saratoga Springs Native and National Community Change Expert Rich Harwood Returns to Give Keynote at NYLA Conference <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1996504533" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Nov. 6</span></span></strong></span><br />
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For more than 25 years, Saratoga Springs native Rich Harwood has worked to help people and organizations across the country create more engaged communities. On <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1996504535" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Nov. 6</span></span>, Rich – founder and president of the Washington, D.C.-area <a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Harwood Institute for Public Innovation</a> – will return to Saratoga Springs to deliver the keynote address at the <a href="http://www.nyla.org/max/4DCGI/cms/review.html?Action=CMS_Document&DocID=281&MenuKey=conf_info" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">New York Library Association’s annual conference</a>.<br />
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A nationally renowned expert, author and speaker on transforming communities, Rich – a Skidmore College graduate - will talk about how libraries, partner groups and other supporters can accelerate positive change in their communities. He will also speak about people’s frustration with the acrimony and divisiveness in politics and public life and how we can move forward on the nation’s most critical issues.<br />
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The visit to Saratoga Springs is part of Rich’s <a href="http://mainstreet.theharwoodinstitute.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Reclaiming Main Street</a> campaign, designed to engage people in making community a common enterprise again.<br />
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Rich was recently <a href="http://csbj.com/2014/05/13/harwood-hopes-lead-revival/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">described as</a> “the nation’s leading crusader for community action” in <em>The Colorado Springs Business Journal. </em>The <em>Sarasota Herald-Tribune </em><a href="http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20140816/COLUMNIST/140819784?p=all&tc=pgall&tc=ar" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">called his Institute’s approach</a> “genius: They train a community to solve its problems, to find its opportunities.”<br />
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Rich kicked off his campaign in Washington, D.C. and has traveled to numerous communities such as Battle Creek, Mich., Murray, Ky., Colorado Springs, Colo. and Sarasota, Fl. Check out recent coverage of Rich’s campaign in an <a href="http://wkms.org/post/public-innovator-rich-harwood-brings-reclaiming-main-street-campaign-murray" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">interview</a> on NPR-affiliate WKMS, an <a href="http://csbj.com/2014/05/13/harwood-hopes-lead-revival/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">article</a> in<em> The Colorado Springs Business Journal</em> and a <a href="http://www.spokanejournal.com/local-news/fresh-take-on-public-discourse/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">column</a> in Spokane’s<em>Journal of Business</em>.<br />
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As part of his campaign, Rich is training 5,000 public innovators and recruiting a 100,000-person Public Innovators Corps by 2016. <a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/be-a-public-innovator-2/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Public innovators</a> are people with the mindset and skills to tackle problems ranging from gaps in education and low school graduation rates to poverty and inadequate health care. Rich will provide these community catalysts with the tools and support they need to create positive, lasting change.<br />
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At each stop, he is talking to people about their <a href="http://townhall.theharwoodinstitute.org/home#About" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">aspirations</a> for their communities. He has created a virtual <a href="http://townhall.theharwoodinstitute.org/home#About" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Townhall</a>, a site where people can post their aspirations and read what others are saying across the country. <br />
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Find out more about the Reclaiming Main Street campaign in Rich’s blog, “<a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/2014/02/publicinnovators/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Our New Goal: 5,000 Trained Public Innovators Ready to Change the Country</a>.” <br />
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Rich earned his undergraduate degree in political economy at Skidmore College, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa and was a Harry S Truman Scholar. He received a graduate degree in public affairs from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs.<br />
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<a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/about/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Rich Harwood</a> is founder and president of <a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation</a>, a national nonprofit organization based in Bethesda, Md. The Institute teaches and coaches people and organizations to solve pressing problems and change how communities work together.</div>
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Rich's transformational work has spread to thousands of communities nationally and worldwide - from small towns to large cities - through concrete methods he created and has honed for more than 25 years. A <a href="http://csbj.com/2014/05/13/harwood-hopes-lead-revival/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">recent article</a> in <em>The Colorado Springs Business Journal</em> called Rich “the nation’s leading crusader for community action.”</div>
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Rich’s proven practices are based on hands-on work with individuals, organizations and communities in their quest to create change. His talks, coaching techniques and practical guides have provided the hope and inspiration for individuals and groups to improve their public and private lives. In 2013, he facilitated Newtown, Connecticut's unanimous decision on the fate of Sandy Hook Elementary, where 20 children and six adults were killed in December 2012.</div>
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Rich is currently on a nationwide campaign, <a href="http://mainstreet.theharwoodinstitute.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Reclaiming Main Street</a>, traveling the country to address the corrosive effect the current political environment is having on our ability to make progress in the country. As part of his tour, Rich is training 5,000 <a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/be-a-public-innovator-2/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">public innovators</a> and recruiting a 100,000-person Public Innovators Corps. He is also collecting people’s aspirations for their communities in an online forum, <a href="http://townhall.theharwoodinstitute.org/arrays" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Townhall</a>.</div>
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A visionary with the ability to help people identify obstacles and tap their aspirations, Rich has inspired hundreds of audiences as he shares his philosophy of what it takes to be relevant and connected in today's world. Rich is also a prolific author whose books include "<a href="http://workofhope.theharwoodinstitute.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">The Work of Hope: How Individuals and Organizations Can Authentically Do Good</a>"; "Make Hope Real"; and "Why We're Here: The Powerful Impact of Public Broadcasters When They Turn Outward." Rich has also written numerous studies and articles that chronicle the most vital issues of our time. </div>
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He has appeared on national media including MSNBC, National Public Radio, CNN, The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, Special Report with Brit Hume, CBS Radio, <em>The Christian Science Monitor</em> and <em>USA Today</em>. Rich and his work have also been featured globally in outlets ranging from German Public Radio and China Central Television to the Voice of Russia Radio.<br />
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<a href="http://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/about/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Learn more</a> about Rich and his inspirational personal journey. Follow Rich on Twitter @RichHarwood using his hashtag, #turnoutward and join him on Facebook at RichHarwood.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03649972446680838345noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-45266901450918338992014-10-14T17:09:00.002-04:002014-10-14T17:09:51.432-04:00Saratoga County Sheriff announces new sex offender registry <div>
Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo and the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office announced a newly launched sex offender registry and public notification website. </div>
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The website, called OffenderWatch® will add the local agency into a nationwide network of over 5,000 law enforcement agencies. The new service is a citizen-friendly, easy to use website that enables citizens to search for potentially dangerous sex offenders and predators, which may be in close proximity to their homes, places of work, schools, churches and day care centers, the department said.</div>
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Citizens can access the site <a href="http://www.communitynotification.com/cap_main.php?office=55694">here. </a></div>
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The information is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is updated in real time by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office as offender information changes and is reported.</div>
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Citizens may search an address of interest, see a general map and a listing of all offenders within a user-defined radius between a quarter mile and up to five miles. </div>
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“Citizens have a right to know who may be living near them and could potentially pose a threat to their families. The New York sheriff’s offices and police departments using OffenderWatch® have the most up to date information on all offenders registered in the state and I am happy to be able to provide that information to them,” said Sheriff Zurlo. </div>
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The sheriff has also made available additional web based resources designed to educate and inform the public at the department's website, found<a href="http://www.saratogacountysheriff.org/"> here.</a> The purpose of the program is to lessen the anxiety of citizens by proactively alerting them should an offender/predator move within proximity to them, and to provide the highest level of security and safety to all Saratoga citizens. The program also enables the Sheriff to verify that offender addresses do not violate any safety buffers that may be implemented around protected institutions in the county, such as schools, day cares and parks, and helps law enforcement schedule compliance checks for </div>
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Albany, NY – Furthering Governor Andrew Cuomo’s high-tech educational paradigm as it prepares New York State’s students for opportunities in growing industries such as nanotechnology, three school districts have received “Be the Change for Kids” Innovation Awards for their novel approaches to science, technology, engineering, and math-related (STEM) programs. The competition—now in its third consecutive year—is presented by the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) and SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly).</div>
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“Governor Andrew Cuomo’s leadership continues to catalyze the rapid growth of New York State’s nanotechnology sector, resulting in powerful educational opportunities, such as those that stem from the ‘Be the Change for Kids’ Innovation Awards, that can directly meet the needs of New York’s innovation economy,” said SUNY Poly CEO and Officer in Charge Dr. Alain Kaloyeros. “We are once again delighted to partner with the New York State School Boards Association, and we congratulate this year’s honorees for their exciting, science-based programs and steadfast commitment to providing their students with the critical skills that are necessary for accessing high-tech opportunities across New York.”</div>
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“Too often we hear about what’s wrong with our schools. Yet the programs we recognize today illustrate what’s right. Each of these outstanding educational programs exemplifies the type of high-level instruction taking place in classrooms across the state, and the most remarkable aspect is that each can be replicated in other school districts without busting the budget,” said New York State School Boards Association Executive Director Timothy G. Kremer.</div>
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Over 40 schools from across New York State entered to win a “Be the Change for Kids” Innovation Award, and the three winning programs were chosen based on their ability to promote student curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and civic responsibility; prepare students for careers in the STEM-based fields; and for their ability to be easily replicated by other school districts. SUNY Poly faculty and staff members, in addition to alumni, serve as judges.</div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span>The Chenango Forks School District in Broome County for its “Chenango Forks STEAM Academy” program which arranged credit-bearing internships for high school juniors and seniors that were matched to the students’ intellectual and career interests. In addition to using the STEM to STEAM model of education which focuses on hands-on, project-based, cross-curriculum educational opportunities, students also gained basic workplace skills and learned about concepts related to professional demeanor, social skills, deportment, and appearance.<u></u><u></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span>The Mineola Union Free School District in Nassau County for its ‘STEMineola’” program, which, in partnership with the science education company, Knowing Science, created hands-on STEM laboratory activities for all students in grades 3-7. They found that the close coordination of lab content with other subjects increased critical thinking as well as oral and written communications skills.<u></u><u></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10pt;">·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span>The Saratoga Springs City School District in Saratoga County for its “Educating Young Engineers (EYE)” program,<b> </b>which is held on Saturdays for elementary students. The program teaches basic engineering concepts to inspire the students at an early age and has raised community support for bringing elementary engineering content into the regular school curriculum.</div>
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Each of the winning districts will receive $5,000, funded by SUNY Poly, at a formal awards ceremony to be held <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1062237952" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">October 26-28</span></span> at NYSSBA’s Annual Convention in New York City. As part of the announcement of the winning school districts, students and staff from each of the schools have also participated in tours and activities at SUNY Poly’s $20 billion Albany NanoTech Complex.</div>
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“This year’s award-winning projects demonstrate that innovation is alive and well in our schools,” said NYSSBA President Lynne Lenhardt. “From solving engineering problems, to applying classroom lessons in industry, to using lab activities to increase critical thinking skills, these students and teachers are raising the creative bar."</div>
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SUNY Poly and NYSSBA created the “Be the Change for Kids” Innovation Awards in 2012 to honor engaging, STEM-based local school programs that foster critical 21<sup>st</sup> Century career skills in emerging fields such as nanotechnology. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16126804450468483671noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-69593140973415859722014-09-29T10:41:00.002-04:002014-09-29T10:41:30.383-04:00Pinewood Derby registration open <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">The Children's Museum at Saratoga is excited to announce that registration for its 2nd Annual Pinewood Derby is now open! Participants, both boys and girls, will be able to design and race their very own Pinewood Derby Car during this S.T.E.M. activity. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">This year the museum will be offering design classes on Monday, October 13<sup>th</sup> followed by a race. Participants can choose one of two sections: <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2066394950" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">10 a.m.to noon</span></span> or <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2066394951" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m</span></span>.</span></span><br />
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SARATOGA COUNTY -- Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo (R,I) today, announced that his office has<br />
cleared the backlog of pistol permit applications that has flooded the Sheriff's Office since the<br />
implementation of the New York State SAFE Act.<br />
Zurlo said his office has processed close to 400 permits since January 1, 2014.<br />
"With stricter laws in place and hundreds of residents waiting for their application to be processed, we<br />
needed to find new strategies to help alleviate a backlog of pistol permits," said Sheriff Zurlo. "By<br />
partnering with local sportsmen clubs and professionally certified instructors, we are now able to offer<br />
additional safety courses throughout the county for those who are interested. This allows our staff<br />
to process permits more expeditiously."<br />
"When I took office back in January, I asked my staff to review the pistol permit application process. We were able to streamline and speed-up the process for those law-abiding citizens who submitted<br />
applications and we are happy to do so," Zurlo added.<br />
The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office is responsible for processing permit applications, providing pistol<br />
safety courses and conducting background investigations. Those interested in obtaining a pistol permit<br />
can find more information by visiting the Sheriff Office website: www.Saratogacountysheriff.org<br />
With a population of roughly 224,000, Saratoga County has close to 20,000 pistol permit holders in the county.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-6430821167382103012014-09-24T17:19:00.000-04:002014-09-24T17:19:28.404-04:00Saratoga Springs a good deal for drivers According to valuepenguin.com, Saratoga Springs places well among neighboring cities as far as total costs per year for car insurance.<br />
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Annual costs in the Spa City were on average $1,164, 23 percent less than the state average.<br />
To see average rates for the whole state - see this<a href="http://www.valuepenguin.com/best-cheap-car-insurance-new-york"> link. </a><br />
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And just from personal observation, gas is significantly cheaper in Saratoga County right now versus Albany County.<br />
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Some of the cheapest I've noticed are the Stewart's in Milton and USA Gasoline in both Clifton Park and Ballston Spa, where prices were less than $3,50 per gallon most of this week.<br />
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The Saratoga County Sheriff's Department revealed new designs for some of their patrol cars. They'll hit the road tomorrow starting from the Clifton Park station.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-5681837314723719412014-09-16T11:34:00.004-04:002014-09-16T11:38:21.378-04:00Living history in the Spa City<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><span dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> In honor of the </span></span>upcoming
100th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Saratoga Springs
in 1915, the Saratoga Springs Public Library is bringing together the
city's mayors, past and present.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><span dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt;">The library
will present the program titled "On Being Mayor" at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_212623343" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">noon on Thursday, September 18</span></span>
in the H. Dutcher Community Room. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><span dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt;">Former publisher and managing editor
of Saratoga Wire, Dale Willman will host a panel of all living former
mayors and the current mayor, Joanne
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><span dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt;">James Murphy, Raymond Watkin, A.C. Riley, J. Michael O'Connell,
Kenneth Klotz, Michael Lenz, Valerie Keehn, and Scott Johnson will all
be present to share their experiences as mayor, and the challenges and
satisfactions of this office.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial;"><span dir="ltr" style="font-size: 10pt;">This event
at the library, 49 Henry St., is free and open to the public. No registration is required.</span></span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-63460986956021214482014-09-12T16:59:00.000-04:002014-09-12T16:59:31.480-04:00City Council meeting agenda 9/16The Saratoga Springs City Council meets Tuesday Sept. 16 at 7 p.m.<br />
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The agenda calls for another executive session at the start of the meeting and an announcement from the mayor's desk - possibly regarding the resignation of city attorney Sarah Burger last week.<br />
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<a href="http://www.saratogian.com/general-news/20140910/saratoga-springs-city-attorney-sarah-burger-resigns">Here's</a> the story on Burger's resignation.<br />
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Other notables include announcements of upcoming public forums and information on the groundbreaking of the Waterfront park.<br />
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The meeting can be streamed live at <a href="http://www.saratoga-springs.org/">saratoga-springs.org </a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3916367746067142134.post-73646982646866634372014-09-11T14:50:00.002-04:002014-09-11T14:50:43.957-04:00Farm Aid 2014 live stream The yearly concert promoting local farms, family farms and an overall holistic lifestyle paid a sold-out visit to Saratoga Springs last year, and fans can experience this year's show through their live stream. <div>
Last year's highlights included a surprise appearance from the late Pete Seeger, singing "this Land is Your Land" alongside Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young and Dave Matthews. </div>
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This year's sold-out show is in Raleigh, N.C. The lineup is a similar makeup including Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and Jack White. </div>
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Stream the show live <a href="http://www.farmaid.org/site/c.qlI5IhNVJsE/b.6236707/k.8E86/About_the_Concert.htm">-here-</a> on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. </div>
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<span style="line-height: 21px;">Saratoga Peace Week Steering Committee is now accepting applications for exhibitors for the fifth Annual Saratoga Peace Fair on Sunday, Sept 21</span><span style="line-height: 21px;"> at 24 Circular St, Saratoga Springs, NY. Past fairs have drawn more than 50 exhibitors and countless visitors. Exhibitors must identify how their organization promotes peace. Registration is available online at <a href="http://www.peace-ing.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.peace-ing.org</a>.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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Mayor Joanne Yepsen will kick off the week by reading the Peace Week Proclamation at the Saratoga Peace Fair on Sept. 21. </div>
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The fair will include over 50 exhibitors promoting peace through fair trade, environmental stewardship and non-violent conflict resolution. There will be activities for children and adults, live music and fabulous food. The Saratoga Peace Fair is held on the grounds of the Presbyterian and New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St. Rain or Shine.</div>
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<span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Local and national organizations co-sponsor the fifth-annual week of activities in Saratoga Springs to promote peace at home, in the community and around the world. Events are free unless otherwise indicated</span>.</div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">UN International Day of Peace Observance & PEACE FAIR</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">including Saratoga Sings for Peace with Tom Chapin </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">12-4pm</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">, </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church.</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;"> 50+ exhibitors, live music, calls to action, fair trade products, alternative energy, food vendors and family fun!! Mayor Joanne Yepsen will kick-off the festivities at 12:30pm with the reading of the Peace Week proclamation. Appear in our <u>Saratoga Sings for Peace</u> YouTube video with Tom Chapin at 2pm and enjoy a piece of our 6 ft Peace Cake. Veterans For Peace will be collecting paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, and non-perishable food items for area Vet Homes.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #365f91; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Monday, September 22<u></u><u></u></span></b></div>
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<u></u><u></u><u></u><u></u><u></u><u></u><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Saratoga Pride sponsors <u>LGBT Asylum Task Force</u> </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">7:30pm, Filene Recital Hall, Skidmore College</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">.</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Did you know...there are laws against homosexuality in 8o+ countries around the world? That you could be imprisoned or receive the death penalty in some? Join us to hear how The LGBT Asylum Support Task Force supports those who are seeking political asylum in the U.S. based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Learn how we can help change policy around the globe so that someday no LGBT person will need to seek asylum because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #365f91; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Tuesday, September 23<sup><u></u><u></u></sup></span></b></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Tuesdays for Tots: Peace Quilting</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">10am-12pm and 1-3pm, The Children’s Museum</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">.</span><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;"><u></u><u></u></span></b></div>
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<span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Create peace quilts with fabric markers. (Program free with admission.) <u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Peace Potpourri</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> - 3 Presenters from The Giving Circle, AOET and Drilling for Hope </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">7pm, Spring Street Gallery</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">. </span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">What do these presenters have in common? They live in Saratoga and volunteer in Africa! Come hear how they each share their time and talent in different ways so that children and adults can have a future. Explore volunteer opportunities locally and abroad. If you’re an armchair traveler, enjoy the faces, the sounds and scenery without leaving Saratoga. Indigenous crafts and jewelry will be available for purchase. Karen Flewellling will be signing her book, <i>Drilling for Hope</i>.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #365f91; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Wednesday, September 24<sup><u></u><u></u></sup></span></b></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Palestine & Israel Presentation with Potluck Dinner</span></u></b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">6pm</span></b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">,</span><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">.</span><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">The Rev. Mark Koenig, Director of the Presbyterian Ministry at the United</span><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Nations, will update us on the conflict and the UN’s position. Elizabeth Meehan will present on her recent trip to the Middle East as part of the Mosaic of Peace Conference. Please bring a dish to pass. Don’t have time to cook? Bring a donation of $5 instead. Mid-eastern cuisine will be offered.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #365f91; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Thursday, September 25<sup><u></u><u></u></sup></span></b></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Teen Tie-Die Creations</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">3-5pm,</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;"> <b>Saratoga Springs Public Library's Teen Room</b></span><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">. </span><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Drop in to making some amazing-looking tie-dyes with Sharpie markers that are so simple to do! We’ll supply bandanas and drawstring backpacks, just bring yourself! Registration is not required. (Grades 6-12)<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Open Mic for Peace at Caffe Lena</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">7pm</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">. </span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Sing a peace-related song and receive a special peace button! Or just listen and enjoy the music of others!<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #365f91; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Friday, September 26<sup><u></u><u></u></sup></span></b></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Teen Tie-Die Creations</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">3-5pm,</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;"> <b>Saratoga Springs Public Library's Teen Room</b></span><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">. </span><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Drop in to making some amazing-looking tie-dyes with Sharpie markers that are so simple to do! We’ll supply bandanas and drawstring backpacks, just bring yourself! Registration is not required. (Grades 6-12)<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Guatemalan Folk Dancing</span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;"> </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">5-8 pm</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">, </span></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">National Museum of Dance</span></b><b><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">.</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">This event will bring to life the Guatemalan Dance exhibit currently on display at the museum. This exhibition “celebrates the rich history and tells the story of how Guatemala embodies the spirit of dance in all of its culture.”<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #365f91; line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Saturday, September 27<sup><u></u><u></u></sup></span></b></div>
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<u></u><u></u><u></u><u></u><u></u><u></u><b><i><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Sweet Dreams </span></u></i></b><b><u><span style="line-height: 21.4666652679443px;">Movie and Skype Session with Director<i></i></span></u></b><b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">7:30pm<i>,</i></span></b> <b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Gannett Auditorium, Skidmore College.</span></b><span style="line-height: 18.3999996185303px;"> Don’t miss this award-winning documentary about the Women’s Drumming Circle that brings reconciliation to Tutsi and Hutu people. The women form a co-op and start an ingenious business, but we can’t give too much away. Have your questions answered by co-director Rob Fruchtman after the film.</span></div>
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