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Troy 19-Year-Old Leads Troopers On Chase Before Crashing, Police Say
The Washington County incident happened just before 11 p.m. Sunday, May 12, in the town of Easton. New York State Police said troopers attempted to stop a vehicle on State Route 40 for traffic violation when the driver failed to stop, leading to a pursuit. The driver, 19-year-old Rensselaer County...
Our May 16 front page
Prime Time Seniors! Her dog is a robot. Great Escape opens Saturday, 70th year; soon, new coaster, swan boats return. Glens Falls to celebrate its upgraded park. Billiards cafe, a dream fulfilled. Winter’s Dream: Coalition gives back $50,000 to County; Fort, Mannix & Dutcher forgo $$. Thunder win 4 in a row, take North Division; next vs. Florida Everblades. GF OK’s other flags for City Park, not City Hall or others. SGF student, 16, charged with assault in school bus incident. Sale of Luzerne’s Lamplight. $1 million for Joseph Warren museum nixed; some hope for ‘an alternative’. Concerts, comedy, shows… The Chronicle always has the region’s best Arts & Entertainment section!
Man accused of tearing up lawn near South Glens Falls beach on purpose
A Rock City Falls man is accused of damaging a lawn near Sand Bar Beach in South Glens Falls. David H. Peek-Britton, 19, of Rock City Falls allegedly drove on the lawn on purpose back on April 26, causing deep ruts. Peek-Britton was charged with criminal mischief. He was released...
Sale of Luzerne’s Lamplight
Forty years ago, Gene and Linda Merlino took a leap, bought a building dating from 1890 in Lake Luzerne and turned it into the Lamplight Inn Bed & Breakfast. “It was a total whim,” says Linda. “We were talking about making a change in our lives. We were going to bed & breakfasts and said ‘this looks like fun.’ Then we found the building. Neither one of us had a background” in hospitality.
Pilot to be sentenced for contempt in Schuylerville stalking case
Accused stalker pilot Michael Arnold will be sentenced in August for felony criminal contempt with his stalking case of Schuylerville women. Arnold will be sentenced in Saratoga County Court on August 6th at 1:30 p.m., according to online court documents a visiting judge will handle the case. The 65-year-old from...
Pet Fest Returns to Glens Falls Sunday May 19
GLENS FALLS — Pet Fest will take place 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sunday, May 19 in Glens Falls City Park. The event is hosted by the Glens Falls Collaborative in collaboration with North Country Paws for Obedience, local Canine Enrichment Center & group of leaders/trainers dedicated to adventure, fulfillment, and relationship with the community and their canine companions.
Saratoga Springs baseball fends off late Shaker rally to secure spot in Class AAA finals
Not even the loss of one of Section II's top pitchers could keep the Saratoga Springs baseball team from reaching Joseph L. Bruno Stadium. For the third straight season, the Blue Streaks are headed there to compete for a sectional championship.
Saratoga Springs program helps mold new community leaders
A class of 21 local leaders graduated this week from the Leadership Saratoga Program. The program, directed by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to the development of leaders who will serve their communities. This year’s class helped LifeWorks Community Action, Our Lodge Foundation, Saratoga PRIDE and Saratoga...
Glens Falls to celebrate new & improved sports courts
The City of Glens Falls will celebrate the improvements at its five parks with a party and mini youth basketball tournament on Monday, May 27, after the Glens Falls-Queensbury Memorial Day Parade and Cere-mony. “It’ll go from about 1:30 to 4,” says Tom Girard, the city’s Public Works Superintendent, who is also overseeing the basketball tournament as one of the festivities.
Man charged in plane stalking pleads guilty
A Schuylerville man accused of stalking a woman with his plane has pleaded guilty. Michael J. Arnold, 65, was arrested in October after police said he violated an order of protection that prohibited him from contacting a woman that he had been accused of stalking. Arnold had sent messages from a fake Facebook account to the woman.
Tribute held to honor Whitehall 10-year-old killed in fire
A tribute was held to honor the life of fourth grader Airyonna Jabot. Dozens of people gathered on Tuesday at Whitehall Elementary School to hold balloons and to mourn the loss of the young girl. Airyonna was tragically killed in a fire at her Maple Street home. The cause of...
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