State Police to focus on ‘Move Over Law’
Law enforcement to hold weeklong increased enforcement of traffic safety
State Police will heighten “Move Over Law” enforcement efforts from Monday, April 1, to Sunday, April 7, in an attempt to reduce speed-related crashes and protect roadside worker.
Stitching together
Costume designer to teach group sewing classes to kids
To costume designer Amelia Dombrowski, cultivating the imagination is an important building block in a child’s life.
Café gets touch of the Irish
St. Patrick’s Day the theme for family-friendly Café Malta performances
Elyse Young is once again bringing cafe-style entertainment to Malta, but this time it has a touch of the Irish.
Pedaling with a purpose
Two Guilderland ‘Red Riders’ prepare for Tour de Cure
Pedaling for 50 miles on a bicycle would be an accomplishment for most, but for an 11-year-old with Type 1 diabetes, it is about more than just the ride.
Seven tips for the first-time homebuyer in today’s market
Spotlight on Finance
The real estate industry has been much maligned in recent years. That’s not breaking news. In fact, even real estate tycoon Mortimer Zuckerman has lamented the current state of the housing market, stating that “the most critical factor subduing the demand for housing is that home ownership is no longer seen as the great, long-term buildup in equity value it once was.”
Protesters take aim at gun-control law [photo gallery]
Gun advocates and state legislators call for end of SAFE Act
Thunderous rally cries could be heard coming from Empire State Plaza as gun rights advocates and state legislators campaigned for a repeal of the law.
Police searching for man who stabbed trooper
Authorities are searching for a man that stabbed a 15-year veteran of the State Police in the concourse of the Empire State Plaza in Albany on Sunday afternoon.
NYSUT calls out tax cap
Area legislators ask for increased state aid to schools
Public schools are in the budget limelight as local lawmakers call on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to modify aid distributions guidelines, while at the same time the state’s largest teachers union is suing to challenge the constitutionality of the state tax cap law.
Spa City claims ambulance profit
One year after taking over, city makes $500k through ambulance service
The fire department claimed a net revenue of $500,000 for the year of service, with more than 3,000 calls through Jan. 31 of this year, an average of nine calls per day.
Group wants racing considered in casino talks
Saratoga Racing says destination of casino money must be decided
While Saratoga Springs leaders are anxious to see Saratoga Casino and Raceway chosen as one of seven permanent casino sites that Gov. Andrew Cuomo is proposing, their main concern is protecting the horse racing industry and the revenue it brings in to the state.
Police search for suspect in Clifton Park assault
Police said a 67-year-old man answered his door at approximately 5:50 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, and was confronted by a white man. The person asked the homeowner his name and then allegedly struck him on the top of his head with a metal pipe.
Police: man stole samaritan’s ride
A Latham man was charged with grand larceny and second degree reckless endangerment following an investigation into a motor vehicle accident and a stolen vehicle.
Saratoga County to get $3.7M payout
Money part of five-county deal with Hudson River-Black River Regulating District
Saratoga County’s Law and Finance Committee unanimously approved the $3.7 million settlement on Wednesday, Feb. 13, and the full Board of Supervisors will vote on it Tuesday, Feb. 26.
GloFo submits new fab plans
Chipmaker tinkering with building a second factory
GlobalFoundries submitted an amendment to its Planned Development District (PDD) in the Luther Forest Technology Campus to the town of Malta earlier this month in anticipation of the development of a second computer chip manufacturing plant.
Paramedics seek body armor
Members of Ballston Spa ambulance squad: ‘These are different times’
The Community Emergency Corps in Ballston Spa wants body armor for its members, but raising the money isn't proving to be an easy task.
Letter: Make committee as diverse as city
This article appeared in the Feb. 21, 2013, edition of The Saratoga County Spotlight.
Letter: Farms come first in Ballston
This article appeared in the Feb. 21, 2013, edition of The Saratoga County Spotlight.
Editorial: Thank you for reading
This editorial appeared in the Feb. 21, 2013, edition of the Saratoga County Spotlight.
Sports poll: Which team will win the Section II Class AA girls basketball title?
In a close battle, you chose Shaker as your pick to win the Section II Class AA boys basketball title in last week's poll question. Now, we're asking for your opinion as to which team will win the Class AA Sectional championship in girls basketball.
Swimming: A total team effort for Shen
Plainsmen break own record for most points at Sectionals
The Shenendehowa boys swimming and diving team turned in another historic performance at last weekend’s Section II Division I meet.