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Community Pre-School Raises Money for St. Jude’s

MECHANICVILLE MAY 12- At 10 AM 2nd Avenue was closed to traffic from Park to Broadway. For the 15th year the Community Preschool children bicycled on 2nd Ave. to raise money for St. Jude's Hospital. School director Bette Ann Thompson reported that the children have raised $30,000 in the previous 14 bicycle rides. St. Jude's Hospital needs $1.8 miooion per day to operate. Thompson said they are very appreciative of the donations from Mechanicville.

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Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office – Car vs. Bicyclist

BALLSTON - The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a car vs. bicyclist accident that occurred on Rte 50 in the Town of Ballston at approximately 3:00 PM

A bicyclist was travelling south on Rte 50 when he attempted cross Rte 50 and

struck a vehicle travelling northbound (2003 Mercedes Benz) driven by Nathan R.

Saiz of Malta. He was ejected off of his bicycle and was thrown approximately 15

feet. He was not wearing a helmet.

The bicyclist was transported to Albany Medical Center by Community Corps

Ambulance where he is presently being treated for his injuries, he is expected to

The identity of bicyclist not being released at this time.

Ballston Spa Fire Dept. also assisted at the scene