Jonathon Norcross

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two renowned political experts visited Skidmore College Wednesday night to discuss how America’s major political parties have changed and what might happen in the upcoming presidential election. Matthew Continetti, director of domestic policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute, a conservative think tank, said the Republican Party “has been rocked over the […]

SARATOGA SPRINGS — When Lonnie Linen was only a teenager, his father died in a car accident. Linen felt lost, unsure of what to do in life. But his father left something behind that would awaken a lifelong passion. “[My] dad had some slot machines in his house,” Linen said, “and so I took them […]

SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville boys varsity soccer team launched into the new season with four straight shutouts last month, demonstrating impressive play on both sides of the ball. “Playing team defense and limiting opportunities on our goal is what we are always looking to do,” Head Coach Dave Gauci told Saratoga TODAY. “It’s a pretty […]

NEWTON, KANSAS — Saratoga Springs High School graduate Kellen Dean, now a freshman at Xavier University, captured his first men’s golf tournament individual title at the Grier Jones Shocker Invitational earlier this week. The title secured Dean a sponsor’s exemption into the Korn Ferry Tour’s Wichita Open in June. Dean finished with a score of […]

LOUDONVILLE — Congressman Paul Tonko hosted a roundtable discussion last Thursday at Siena College to solicit feedback from student-athletes and coaches on the impact of sports betting. Gerry McNamara, Siena’s new head men’s basketball coach, attended the event, along with other coaches, student-athletes, and school administrators. Although the roundtable was meant to promote Tonko’s recently […]

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A new economic impact report found that New York parks have become major contributors to the state economy, with park visitors generating about $5.6 billion in sales and $2.5 billion in labor income in one year. The data was collected from January through December 2021, when the annual GDP of New York […]

BALLSTON SPA — Hundreds of classic cars and even more people filled downtown Ballston Spa on Sunday for the 22nd annual “The Way We Were” Car Show. The free event, organized by the Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association, had previously been scheduled for the 13th but was postponed due to weather. The festivities included […]

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Drop by a Saratoga Racers game or practice and you’ll hear the same sentiment expressed again and again: this team will do whatever it takes to make their ambitious new venture a success. “I’ll play whatever position they need me to play; point guard all the way down to a big,” said […]

SARATOGA SPRINGS — If you’re seeking stardom, head to Hollywood. If you’re a finance bro, take the next train to Lower Manhattan. If you grew up addicted to Nintendo or “Halo,” the best destination might be Upstate New York. Few businesses are reeling in as many talented young gamers as Rushdown Studios, a video game […]

BALLSTON SPA — Chelsea Cangeleri, the Ballston Spa Middle School psychologist, was recognized by the district’s Board of Education last week for receiving the New York Association of School Psychologists’ (NYASP) Presidential Service Award. The honor recognizes NYASP members who exceed duties and services to the organization. “[Chelsea] is a true leader in our department,” […]