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BBQ Hotspot Closes Doors In Capital Region After 5 Years: 'So Incredibly Blessed' BBQ Hotspot Closes Doors In Capital Region After 5 Years: 'So Incredibly Blessed'
BBQ Hotspot Closes Doors In Capital Region After 5 Years: 'So Incredibly Blessed' For five years, Rollin’ Smoke Handcrafted BBQ & Saloon in Halfmoon was more than just a restaurant—it was a labor of love, a dream realized, and a community staple. But on Saturday, March 8, the beloved barbecue joint–located at 1613 Route 9–served its last plate, as owners Rob and Amy Carmel made the difficult decision to close their doors. In an emotional Facebook post, the couple reflected on their journey, from dreaming of a food truck to owning a thriving 3,000-square-foot restaurant. They shared that they were presented with an offer from another restaurant group to buy them out—…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Capital Region Man Charged In Halfmoon Burglary After $3,000 Theft, Police Say Capital Region Man Charged In Halfmoon Burglary After $3,000 Theft, Police Say
Capital Region Man Charged In Halfmoon Burglary After $3,000 Theft, Police Say A Capital Region man has been charged with burglary after allegedly stealing over $3,000 worth of materials from a storage container in Halfmoon, police report. New York State Police announced the arrest of Ron D. Vandenburgh, 36, of Latham, on Tuesday, Dec. 17, following a warrant for his alleged involvement in a burglary and theft in Halfmoon. According to police, the incident occurred on Monday, Oct. 21, at approximately 2:30 a.m. Investigators determined Vandenburgh unlawfully entered a property and used a power tool to damage and remove a lock from a storage container. He then allegedl…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Know Him? Police Searching For This Capital Region Burglary Suspect Know Him? Police Searching For This Capital Region Burglary Suspect
Know Him? Police Searching For This Capital Region Burglary Suspect State Police are asking the public for help identifying a man who allegedly committed a burglary. The incident occurred in Saratoga County in October in Halfmoon. According to state police from Clifton Park, the man has a very distinct "518" tattoo on their right hand and a large tattoo on the right side of their neck. He was driving what is believed to be a black Mazada SUV at the time of the crime. Anyone with information is asked to call SP Clifton Park at 518-457-6811 or email Crimetip@troopers.NY.Gov. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Burglar Found In Closet Threatens Capital Region Homeowner With Liquor Bottle, Police Say Burglar Found In Closet Threatens Capital Region Homeowner With Liquor Bottle, Police Say
Burglar Found In Closet Threatens Capital Region Homeowner With Liquor Bottle, Police Say A man broke into a stranger’s home in the region before threatening to harm the victim with a liquor bottle, police said. The Saratoga County incident happened just before 2 p.m. Sunday, May 19, in the town of Halfmoon. Sheriff’s officials said a woman called 911 saying she had found a burglar hiding in her closet after she arrived at her residence on Hudson River Road. The man threatened her with a liquor bottle before slapping her phone from her hand to stop her from calling the police, she told investigators. He allegedly then stole alcohol before fleeing the home. The woman, who has …

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closes After 10 Years: 'Proud And Honored' Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closes After 10 Years: 'Proud And Honored'
Italian Restaurant In Capital Region Closes After 10 Years: 'Proud And Honored' After a decade of satisfying hungry patrons, that’s a wrap for this popular Italian restaurant in the region. Saratoga County eatery Nonna Maria’s Italian Kitchen – located in Halfmoon at 1505 Route 9 – permanently closed on Wednesday, May 15. The restaurant space will be taken over by neighboring establishment Mi Mexico Lindo, owner Gerry Cunsolo said in a goodbye post on Facebook. “About 10 years ago we stumbled upon this little place in a strip mall in Halfmoon, we figured we would take a chance,” he said. “We didn’t know that the chance would turn into endless amounts of customers who …

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by Michael Mashburn