Thomas Jourdain Honored by County – by H. Wessell

BALLSTON SPA, April 21, 2015 -  Many of its deceased veterans that Saratoga County has honored in a monthly ceremony since 1999 have come back home, raised families, actively participated in their communities. It was very different for those gathered this day.

Read the entire article in the April 30th issue.

Saratoga Board of Supervisors Update – by Harold Wessell

BALLSTON~SPA, February 24 – The February business meeting of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors, meeting later than their usual third Tuesday,  had the following items on its agenda recommended by the Law and Finance Committee.

   (At that point, a resolution generally is anticipated to be passed. The business meeting votes take place after this newspaper's press time.)

Read the entire article in the March 5th issue.

Wellspring: Hope for Domestic Violence Survivors – by J. Dugan

Wellspring, formerly Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Services of Saratoga County, has been a presence in the community since its humble beginnings as an all-volunteer organization in the 1970’s. Through the years, the organization has incorporated and grown to meet the needs of area residents, educating, empowering and assisting them in getting the help that they need.

The entire article is in the February 26th issue.

‘Yellow Dot’ Gives Immediate Information to First Responders – by H. Wessell

Yellow Dot is a free program designed to help first responders provide life-saving medical attention during that first "golden hour" after a crash or other emergency.  It is an initiative of the New York State Sheriffs’ Association that is being implemented statewide, and the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department has been spreading the word, and making it readily available  to residents.

   Available by visiting www.saratogacountysheriff.org, the program kit is also being distributed at an increasing number of locations in the county.

Read the entire article in the Jan. 15th issue of the Express.

Year of Positive Transition for Saratoga Board of Supervisors – by H. Wessell

BALLSTON SPA, January 2 – New Chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors Matthew Veitch showed his readiness to get to work when, escorted by colleagues into the Board Chamber at the annual organizational meeting on Friday, he went directly to the Chairman‘s seat and was about to conduct business, when he was reminded he first had to take the oath of office.

Read the entire article in the Jan. 8th issue of the Express.

 

Saratoga County Board Updates – By H. Wessell

BALLSTON SPA. November - The following agenda items anticipating passage at the County Board of Supervisors November business, November 18, include a new substation of the Sheriff's Department.   - Authorizing a lease of space negotiated by the Town of Wilton and the Wilton Mall, for a 920-square foot Sheriff's Department substation, for five years with an option of renewal for five. (He quipped, "The rent, good job Sheriff, is a dollar a year, so we're happy with that.")

Read the entire article in the Nov. 20th issue of the Express.

Sybil Luddington: Revolutionary Heroine – By S. McBride

   The United States of America has been blessed these past few centuries to have men and women and, in some cases, children who have stood up for our rights, our independence and our humanity despite the personal sacrifices to be made and dangers to be faced.  On November 11 each year we pause to honor and celebrate these selfless veterans who have served us in many wars, conflicts, natural disasters and periods of peace since our beginning in the 18th century.

Read the entire article in the Nov. 13 issue of the Express

July 5th and 6th at the Stillwater Blockhouse

STILLWATER - Have you ever wondered what went on during the American Revolution when there wasn’t a battle?  Come join the 13th Regiment of the Albany County Militia 4th Company on July 5th and 6th at the Stillwater Blockhouse on Route 4 in the Village of Stillwater.  Come and take a peek behind the scenes of the American Revolution.  There will be an encampment representing everyday life for a militia and their families.
On Saturday, July 5th at 1:00 p.m., please join us for a reading of the Declaration of Independence followed by a toast to freedom.
Throughout the day, there will be arms demonstrations including the firing of cannons and ending with a mesmerizing firing demonstration at dusk where the sky lights up with the sounds of freedom firing.
There will be period clothing for children to try on so they may experience a feel for what it was like to dress in the 18th century.  After dressing, the children will have an opportunity to join the militia and learn some drills that were essential to winning the battle that changed history.
There will be a blacksmithing demonstration throughout the day.  The blacksmith will be making various tools that are used by our militia members.
The doors of the Blockhouse will be open.  Inside, you can find information showing just how important this area was to the fight for freedom.  Many of the items on display inside will not be seen anywhere else.
Please stop by the Stillwater Blockhouse on Saturday, July 5th, from 10:00 a.m. until dusk and on Sunday, July 6th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  As always, there is no admission charge to join us.  We welcome you to help us celebrate the Independence Day holiday-- 18th century style!

 

Saratoga Gets 1st County-Wide Ec. Development Plan – by Harold Wessell

BALLSTON SPA, March 18: The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to adopt its first truly whole-County-embracing Economic Development Strategic Plan.?   The unanimously adopted 127-page proposal prepared by consultant TIP Strategies of Austin, TX, calls for creation of a Local Development Corporation, a quasi-autonomous body with board of directors, an executive committee and three-person staff of executive director, program coordinator and administrative assistant, to carry out the organization's mission to oversee business development across the County.

Full story in the March 27th issue of the Express.