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'Exciting' New Travel Channel Series Shines Spotlight On Capital Region 'Exciting' New Travel Channel Series Shines Spotlight On Capital Region
'Exciting' New Travel Channel Series Shines Spotlight On Capital Region Move over, Manhattan—New York’s Capital Region is getting its moment in the national spotlight! A brand-new TV series, “Selling the 518,” is set to premiere on the Travel Channel. The show, hosted by Rebecca Cavalieri of Gabler Realty, will take viewers beyond real estate listings and into the heart of Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, and the surrounding areas. Produced by Emmy-nominated The American Dream TV network, “Selling the 518” is all about showcasing the communities, businesses, and stories that make the 518 special, Cavalieri said on Facebook. Each 30-minute episode w…
Patient, 18, Assaults Saratoga Hospital Employees, Police Say Patient, 18, Assaults Saratoga Hospital Employees, Police Say
Patient, 18, Assaults Saratoga Hospital Employees, Police Say An 18-year-old patient assaulted two employees at a Capital Region hospital, police said. Saratoga County resident Isabelle Singley, of Burnt Hills, was arrested following an altercation at Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs early Wednesday, March 12. An investigation found that Singley struck two staff members at the hospital, causing injuries, at around 3 a.m., sheriff’s officials said. No other details about the incident were given. Singley was charged with two counts of second-degree assault, both felonies. She was arraigned in the Saratoga Springs City Court and released on her own…
Saratoga Hospital, 12 Others In NY Ranked Among Nation's Best: See The Full List Saratoga Hospital, 12 Others In NY Ranked Among Nation's Best: See The Full List
Saratoga Hospital, 12 Others In NY Ranked Among Nation's Best: See The Full List When it comes to medical care, not all hospitals are created equally, and patients want the best treatment available, whether it's for a routine procedure or a life-saving intervention. Newsweek has released its World's Best Hospitals 2025 list. The rankings, created in collaboration with global data firm Statista, scored hospitals based on expert surveys, patient experience, and hospital performance metrics. Eleven hospitals in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic earned spots among the top 250 worldwide. The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore was ranked No. 4 glob…
Popular Bagelry Brings Fresh Twist On Breakfast Favorites To Capital Region Popular Bagelry Brings Fresh Twist On Breakfast Favorites To Capital Region
Popular Bagelry Brings Fresh Twist On Breakfast Favorites To Capital Region Bagel lovers, rejoice–a Capital Region staple has expanded its empire of beloved bagels, coffee, and cozy vibes. Uncommon Grounds, known for its freshly made bagels and house-roasted coffee, officially opened its newest location at 600 North Greenbush Road in North Greenbush on Wednesday, March 5, and locals are already buzzing. “We can’t wait to welcome you to our cozy new spot and serve up the good stuff: freshly roasted coffee, mouthwatering bagels, delightful muffins, and those legendary bagel sandwiches you’ve been hearing about,” owner Mike Hoover said on Facebook. What’s on the Menu…
Socialite's Former Saratoga Springs Mansion With Bowling Alley, Koi Pond Listed For $25M Socialite's Former Saratoga Springs Mansion With Bowling Alley, Koi Pond Listed For $25M
Socialite's Former Saratoga Springs Mansion With Bowling Alley, Koi Pond Listed For $25M Here’s your chance to live like Saratoga royalty–if the price is right. The famed Palazzo Riggi, one of Saratoga Springs’ most luxurious estates, officially hit the market on Tuesday, March 4, giving prospective buyers a chance to own a 19,000-square-foot stone mansion packed with over-the-top amenities. Asking price? $24.9 million. Located at 637 North Broadway, the property was last sold at auction in September 2023 for $7.1 million—a price tag that suddenly looks like a bargain compared to its new listing. The annual tax bill? A cool $143,000. Palazzo Riggi in Saratoga Springs. …
'Chic, Inviting' New Restaurant In Saratoga Springs Earning High Praise 'Chic, Inviting' New Restaurant In Saratoga Springs Earning High Praise
'Chic, Inviting' New Restaurant In Saratoga Springs Earning High Praise Downtown Saratoga Springs just got a whole lot tastier. Familiar Creature, a Montreal-inspired restaurant and wine bar, officially opened its doors on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 42 Phila Street—and foodies are already buzzing about it. The culinary venture comes from Brendan Dillon and Dennis Kiingati, the same duo behind the acclaimed Hamlet & Ghost on Caroline Street. Described as a vibrant wine-focused restaurant in the heart of downtown, Familiar Creature serves French-inspired small plates, cheeses, and charcuterie in a cozy yet upscale vibe. The menu is a celebration of bold flavors an…
Law Firm Founder Killed In Skiiing Accident At Gore Mountain Was 'Great Friend, Father' Law Firm Founder Killed In Skiiing Accident At Gore Mountain Was 'Great Friend, Father'
Law Firm Founder Killed In Skiiing Accident At Gore Mountain Was 'Great Friend, Father' Colleagues and loved ones are mourning the loss of a prominent attorney and businessman following his untimely death in a skiing accident in the Adirondacks. Kevin Colwell, founder and CEO of the Albany-based Colwell Law Group, died at the Gore Mountain ski resort on Saturday, Feb. 8, the firm said in a statement. He was 53. “This tragic loss has deeply impacted all members of the organization.” Colwell was found severely injured by bystanders and ski patrol staff near the Sagamore Trail around 11 a.m. Saturday, New York State Police said. Despite their attempts at life-saving measures, he…
Restaurant Burglary Suspect Nabbed In Saratoga County Restaurant Burglary Suspect Nabbed In Saratoga County
Restaurant Burglary Suspect Nabbed In Saratoga County A Capital Region man was nabbed for allegedly breaking into a restaurant, causing damage, and stealing money. The incident occurred in Saratoga County at 11:40 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, on Maple Avenue in Greenville. According to Trooper Stephanie O'Neil, an investigation determined that David Gregson, age 57, of Saratoga Springs, allegedly forced his way into the restaurant, causing damage to the building earlier in the evening. While inside, Gregson reportedly stole money and then fled on foot. A few hours later, Gregson was located in Saratoga Springs, where he was arrested and charg…
This Saratoga County Bagel Shop Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says This Saratoga County Bagel Shop Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says
This Saratoga County Bagel Shop Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these bagels are the cream (cheese?) of the crop. Nearly three dozen businesses outside of New York City made the “Top 100 Bagel Shops in New York 2024” ranking by Yelp. To come up with its list, the restaurant review site identified businesses in the bagel category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews. Yelp’s ranking includes a mix of decades-old storefronts and newcomers making names for themselves post-COVID-19 pandemic.  Menus boast everything from the classics (plain, sesame…
Woman, 25, Killed After Car Rolls Over Several Times On I-87 In Saratoga Springs Woman, 25, Killed After Car Rolls Over Several Times On I-87 In Saratoga Springs
Woman, 25, Killed After Car Rolls Over Several Times On I-87 In Saratoga Springs This story has been updated. A woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash after her car rolled multiple times on the Adirondack Northway.  The collision occurred in Saratoga County around 4:50 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 1, on the Northway north of the Exit 14 off-ramp in Saratoga Springs. According to New York State Police Trooper Stephanie O'Neil, the crash caused one of the vehicles to overturn and killed the driver, identified as Makenzie T. Minkler, age 25, of Rensselaer. Minkler was transported for severe injuries but died shortly after at Saratoga Hospital, O'Neil said The cause of the …
Duo Busted Posing As Rideshare Drivers In Capital Region, Police Say Duo Busted Posing As Rideshare Drivers In Capital Region, Police Say
Duo Busted Posing As Rideshare Drivers In Capital Region, Police Say Police are warning Uber and Lyft customers to be on the lookout for fake rideshare drivers. In Saratoga County, the Saratoga Springs Police Department received multiple complaints about people pretending to work for rideshare companies and accepting fares around the Saratoga Racetrack and downtown areas. On Thursday, Aug. 1, the department conducted a targeted enforcement detail in those areas, ultimately arresting one driver and citing another. Najeebullah Afghan, age 32, of Schenectady, was taken into custody on suspicion of criminal impersonation. He was also given a City Code violation…
Carnegie Deli Opens Pop-Up Location At Saratoga Race Course Carnegie Deli Opens Pop-Up Location At Saratoga Race Course
Carnegie Deli Opens Pop-Up Location At Saratoga Race Course An iconic New York City restaurant billing itself as “the world’s most famous deli” has expanded to the Capital Region, at least temporarily. For the third year in a row, Carnegie Deli – a Madison Square Garden staple since 2011 – opened a pop-up location in Saratoga County, at the historic Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, on Saturday, July 13, just in time for horse racing season. Perched up in the grandstand, the eatery promises to keep racegoers coming back with its array of oversized pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, hot dogs, and French fries. Cheesecake and black and whit…
Aggressive, Hungry Black Bear Returns To NY Home Shortly After Destroying Kitchen Aggressive, Hungry Black Bear Returns To NY Home Shortly After Destroying Kitchen
Aggressive, Hungry Black Bear Returns To NY Home Shortly After Destroying Kitchen An aggressive black bear apparently searching for food destroyed the kitchen of an upstate New York home and then returned to the residence shortly after the break in. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said an officer received a report of the incident in  Washington County on Friday, June 21 in the town of White Creek, located about halfway between Saratoga Springs and Albany. While the officer was at the residence reviewing photos of the bear, the animal returned to the yard and became aggressive.  DEC wildlife experts provided technical …
Alert Issued For 16-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Missing Over Week Alert Issued For 16-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Missing Over Week
Jaylee Lyn Lawless, 16, Missing From Saratoga Springs Police are asking for help in locating a 16-year-old girl from the region who has been missing for over a week. Saratoga County resident Jaylee Lyn Lawless, of Saratoga Springs, was last seen on Monday, July 1. Police said Lawless may have traveled to New York City or out of state. The teen is 5-foot-6 and 180 pounds, with red hair and blue eyes. She has numerous ear piercings and two nose piercings. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saratoga Springs Police Department at 518-584-1800. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for upda…
Donuts At This Capital Region Bakery Among Best In Country, New Ranking Says Donuts At This Capital Region Bakery Among Best In Country, New Ranking Says
Darling Doughnuts Among Best Donut Shops In US: USA Today Their donuts may have four sides, but this boundary-pushing bakery isn’t for squares. Saratoga County’s Darling Doughnuts – located in Saratoga Springs at 441 Broadway – is among the best donut shops in the country by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The eatery placed No. 7 as determined by an “expert panel” and voted on by readers, according to the outlet, which sought to find those donut destinations offering “a unique charm and personal touch” not found at large chains. Under the direction of co-owners Natascha Pearl-Mansman and Glenn Severance, Darling Doughnuts sells a mouth…
17-Year-Old Volunteer Firefighter From Capital Region Dies; 'Loved Helping Other People' 17-Year-Old Volunteer Firefighter From Capital Region Dies; 'Loved Helping Other People'
Saratoga Firefighter Anthony Stefanacci, Age 17, Dies Tributes and donations are flooding in following the unexpected death of a beloved 17-year-old volunteer firefighter and EMT from the region. Saratoga County resident Anthony Stefanacci, of Saratoga Springs, died by suicide on Friday, May 10, according to the Ballston Lake EMS. Stefanacci, lovingly known by colleagues as “AJ,” had just passed his EMT exam and was a week shy of his 18th birthday. He was set to graduate from WSWHE BOCES, where he was enrolled in the Criminal Justice Studies program. In a post on Facebook, the school said it was devastated to learn of his passing, adding that…
Capital Region Eatery Closing After 5 Years: 'Beyond My Control' Capital Region Eatery Closing After 5 Years: 'Beyond My Control'
Saratoga Springs Eatery Spa Café On Broadway Closing A well-reviewed breakfast and lunch spot in the region is calling it quits after five years in business. Saratoga County eatery Spa Café on Broadway – located in Saratoga Springs at 480 Broadway – will permanently close on Friday, May 17, owner Darin Palmetto announced on Facebook. “It is with a very heavy heart that I make this announcement,” Palmetto said. “This decision took a lot of thought and deliberation, but I have come to realize that I can no longer sustain the business in any form due to circumstances that are beyond my control.” He went on to thank all of his customers for supp…
Popular Discount Bakery Chain Shutters All NY Stores Popular Discount Bakery Chain Shutters All NY Stores
Popular Discount Bakery Chain Shutters All NY Stores It’s the end of an era for bakery bargain shoppers as longtime staple Freihofer’s Bakery Outlet has permanently closed. The discount bakery chain has shuttered dozens of stores across the Northeast, including all of its New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts locations. “After careful analysis and consideration, we made the difficult decision to permanently close 28 of our outlet stores…” a representative for Bimbo Bakeries, Freihofer's parent company, told Daily Voice. Any leftover products were expected to be donated to local food banks. “We appreciate all of our associates who worked …
Update: Patient Charged After Bomb Threat Evacuates Capital Region Hospital Update: Patient Charged After Bomb Threat Evacuates Capital Region Hospital
Update: Patient Charged After Bomb Threat Evacuates Capital Region Hospital This story has been updated. A former patient is facing charges in connection with a hoax bomb threat that forced the partial evacuation of a hospital in the region. The Saratoga County incident happened at around 8 a.m. Thursday, March 21, at the Saratoga Hospital on Church Street in Saratoga Springs. Police said officers responded to the hospital’s emergency department for a reported bomb threat. The area was briefly evacuated while the agency used an explosive detection K-9 team to sweep the building. No explosive devices were found, and nobody was injured. In an update hours later, S…
Inmate Found Dead In Capital Region Jail Cell Days After Arrest Inmate Found Dead In Capital Region Jail Cell Days After Arrest
Inmate Found Dead In Capital Region Jail Cell Days After Arrest An inmate was found dead at a jail in the region days after his arrest. Saratoga County Sheriff’s officials said Derek Labutta, age 43, of Schenectady, was found unresponsive in his cell at the county jail in Ballston Spa on Monday evening, March 18. Labutta, who was alone in the cell at the time, was pronounced dead at the scene. His death came just two days after Saratoga Springs Police arrested him in a public parking garage on Woodlawn Avenue on Saturday morning, March 16. Police said patrol officers spotted Labutta and another individual entering a vestibule and smoking an illegal su…
Socialite Marylou Whitney’s ‘Majestic’ NY Estate With Chapel, 11-Car Garage Lists For $16M Socialite Marylou Whitney’s ‘Majestic’ NY Estate With Chapel, 11-Car Garage Lists For $16M
Socialite Marylou Whitney’s ‘Majestic’ NY Estate With Chapel, 11-Car Garage Lists For $16M Marylou Whitney’s stunning New York estate has hit the market nearly five years after the socialite and philanthropist’s death. Saratoga County’s “Cady Hill” – located in Saratoga Springs at 40 Geyser Road – officially listed for $16 million on Thursday, March 14. Situated on a massive 120 acres, the 6,200-square-foot mansion was built in 1851 and boasts seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. “Exquisite and majestic, the timeless and classic elegance of Cady Hill has been the scene of scores of social events and gatherings with family, friends, celebrities and politicians, many of which were …
State Worker Abused Disabled Client In Capital Region, Second Employee Covered It Up: Police State Worker Abused Disabled Client In Capital Region, Second Employee Covered It Up: Police
State Worker Abused Disabled Client In Capital Region, Second Employee Covered It Up: Police A state employee at a facility in the region is accused of abusing a developmentally disabled client before another worker attempted to cover it up, police said. Troopers in Saratoga County were called to the Department of Developmental Services Offices (DDSO) care facility on Alpine Meadows Road in Greenfield on Saturday, March 2, for a reported abuse. State Police said an investigation found that an employee, 53-year-old Sandra Villafane, struck and injured a non-verbal resident who is diagnosed with multiple developmental disabilities. Troopers also discovered that another employee, 37-…
'Inexcusable': Owner Of Capital Region Deli Admits Abandoning Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps 'Inexcusable': Owner Of Capital Region Deli Admits Abandoning Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps
'Inexcusable': Owner Of Capital Region Deli Admits Abandoning Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps The owner of a popular restaurant in the region will avoid jail time after confessing that he abandoned a woman’s cat in sub-freezing temperatures. Saratoga County resident Anthony Gargano, age 49, of Gansevoort, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of violating the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law in Milton Town Court on Tuesday, March 5. Sheriff’s officials said Gargano – who owns Spring Street Deli & Pizzeria in Saratoga Springs – left the cat outside of the Saratoga County Animal Shelter after hours on the night of Thursday, Jan. 4. Temperatures at the time hovered aroun…
Ex-Corrections Officer Who Brought 'Ghost Gun' Into Capital Region Business Gets Prison Time Ex-Corrections Officer Who Brought 'Ghost Gun' Into Capital Region Business Gets Prison Time
Ex-Corrections Officer Who Brought 'Ghost Gun' Into Capital Region Business Gets Prison Time A former corrections officer will spend years in prison for attempting to bring an untraceable gun into a business in the region. Timothy Feldman, age 23, was sentenced to between two and six years behind bars in Saratoga County Court on Wednesday, Feb. 28. According to prosecutors, a bouncer at a Saratoga Springs bar caught Feldman, a former Schoharie County Corrections Officer, with the weapon as he entered the crowded Caroline Street business early on July 23, 2023. Earlier Report: Ex-Corrections Officer Brings 'Ghost Gun' Into Saratoga Springs Business The bouncer contacted pol…
Registered Sex Offender Rapes Child In Capital Region, Police Say Registered Sex Offender Rapes Child In Capital Region, Police Say
Registered Sex Offender Rapes Child In Capital Region, Police Say A registered sex offender is facing fresh charges after allegedly raping a child in the region, police said. Saratoga Springs Police arrested Terrance Crawford, age 38, on Monday, Feb. 19, after they were contacted by a relative of the alleged victim. The family member told investigators they had discovered incriminating social media conversations between Crawford and the child, police said. Following an investigation, Crawford was arrested without incident and charged with rape and criminal sex act, both felonies. Authorities did not reveal the child’s age, gender, or relationship to th…
Update: Cause Of Death Revealed For 25-Year-Old Killed At Capital Region Home Update: Cause Of Death Revealed For 25-Year-Old Killed At Capital Region Home
Update: Cause Of Death Revealed For 25-Year-Old Killed At Capital Region Home Authorities have released new details in the case of a 25-year-old woman from the region who was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend. Saratoga County resident Brianna Craig was found dead at her Saratoga Springs apartment on Vanderbilt Avenue at around 6:40 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6. After speaking with neighbors, detectives identified Craig’s ex-boyfriend, 31-year-old Sebastian Mabb, as a person of interest in the case. Officers found him nearly 90 minutes later and detained him without incident. Earlier Report: Update: Woman ID'd As Murder Victim At Saratoga Springs Home; Victim's …
Update: Woman ID'd As Murder Victim At Capital Region Home; Victim's Ex-Boyfriend Charged Update: Woman ID'd As Murder Victim At Capital Region Home; Victim's Ex-Boyfriend Charged
Update: Woman ID'd As Murder Victim At Capital Region Home; Victim's Ex-Boyfriend Charged This story has been updated. A 25-year-old woman was killed inside her apartment in the region and police have arrested her ex-boyfriend on murder charges. Saratoga Springs Police said someone called 911 at around 6:40 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6, reporting a deceased woman at the Vanderbilt Terrace apartments, located on Vanderbilt Avenue. Medics arrived within five minutes and pronounced the woman, identified by police as Brianna Craig, dead at the scene. Craig was the unit’s sole occupant. After speaking with neighbors, detectives identified Craig ex-boyfriend, 31-year-old Sebastian Mabb, as …
Duo's Stolen Joyride Ends In Pursuit, Crash In Capital Region, Police Say Duo's Stolen Joyride Ends In Pursuit, Crash In Capital Region, Police Say
Duo's Stolen Joyride Ends In Pursuit, Crash In Capital Region, Police Say A 17-year-old boy and a second defendant are accused of stealing a car and leading police on a chase before crashing in the region. The Saratoga County incident began around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30, when a resident reported their car stolen from the driveway of their Saratoga Springs home. Officers spotted the vehicle a short time later on Circular Street and initiated a traffic stop, but the driver refused to pull over. They pursued the car for nearly three miles before the driver lost control and crashed on Jones Road in the town of Wilton. The driver and a passenger then fled on foo…
Bomb Threat Evacuates Casino, Hotel In Capital Region Bomb Threat Evacuates Casino, Hotel In Capital Region
Bomb Threat Evacuates Casino, Hotel In Capital Region Slot machines and blackjack games came to an abrupt halt after a bomb threat was made against a casino in the region. The Saratoga County incident happened at around 10 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, at the Saratoga Casino Hotel located in Saratoga Springs. Police said guests and employees were evacuated after a bomb threat was made against the property. Members of the Saratoga Springs Police Department and Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office swept the building using explosive detection dogs and determined the building was safe. It was not immediately clear how employees first learned of the threat. …
NY Vacation: Northern Westchester's Own Chevy Chase Spotted At Historic Empire State Hotel NY Vacation: Northern Westchester's Own Chevy Chase Spotted At Historic Empire State Hotel
NY Vacation: Northern Westchester's Own Chevy Chase Spotted At Historic Empire State Hotel It wasn’t exactly Walley World, but actor Chevy Chase still had a good time on his vacation to Upstate New York. The 80-year-old “Saturday Night Live” and “National Lampoon’s Vacation” star was spotted in Saratoga County on Monday, Jan. 22 at the historic Adelphi Hotel in Saratoga Springs. Flanked by his wife Jayni and their actress daughter Caley, Chase posed for a family photo on a staircase in the hotel’s lobby. “Wonderful weekend in Saratoga Springs,” he captioned the photo, which was shared on his verified Instagram account. View this post on Instagram …
Owner Of Capital Region Deli Abandons Woman's 'Sweet' Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps, She Claims Owner Of Capital Region Deli Abandons Woman's 'Sweet' Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps, She Claims
Owner Of Capital Region Deli Abandons Woman's 'Sweet' Cat In Sub-Freezing Temps, She Claims Calls to boycott a restaurant in the region are growing amid allegations that its owner abandoned a woman’s cat in sub-freezing temperatures. Saratoga County eatery Spring Street Deli & Pizzeria, located in Saratoga Springs, has disabled its Facebook comments, deleted its Instagram account, and is receiving a barrage of angry reviews on Yelp. The backlash comes after owner Anthony Gargano reportedly grew fed up with the “sweet” ginger cat, named Kane, showing up to his Spring Street eatery, where it was “loved by many” and often fed by employees, according to a GoFundMe. On the night o…