Historical guide to your local cemeteries
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Clifton Park — As the weather becomes less biting and the outdoors more inviting, you may begin exploring new and familiar trails. Another option for those who have...
View ArticlePolice: 89 year old Mechanicville man killed in Halfmoon crash
Halfmoon — An 89-year-old Mechanicville man died after a car accident on State Route 146 in the town of Halfmoon Thursday, May 26. Anthony C. Fruci, 89, was driving a 2004 Acura westward on Route 146...
View ArticleHundreds gather to recognize Memorial Day in Halfmoon
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Halfmoon — Close to 400 people, from teetering toddlers to men who saw battle in the second World War, gathered at the American Legion Post on Grooms Road in Halfmoon...
View ArticleExpect delays on Route 146 in Halfmoon
Halfmoon — Road work on Route 146 between Old Route 146 and Route 236 began Monday evening, July 10, in Halfmoon. Road crews will be working on the two-mile stretch of road Monday through Friday...
View Article‘Halfmoon Melee’ packed with teams
BY MICHAEL KELLY Gazette Sportswriter HALFMOON — One shy of three dozen teams took place in the town’s July 21-24 youth travel baseball tournament, the crown jewel of the summer season for the Halfmoon...
View ArticleWalmart employee charged with grand larceny
Clifton Park — A Walmart employee has been charged with grand larceny after allegedly stealing from the chain’s Halfmoon location. Deandre Abrams, 19, of Clifton Park, stole over $5,000 in property...
View ArticleStillwater man charged with criminal mischief after throwing coins at vehicle
Clifton Park — A Stillwater man has been charged with criminal mischief in the fourth degree over the weekend after allegedly throwing coins at a vehicle in Halfmoon. Claude Gauthier, 28, was...
View ArticleKhemili, 14, eager to explore world of robotics
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Halfmoon — A Halfmoon boy is more determined than ever to pursue a future in robotics after attending The Robotics Academy at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in...
View ArticleResidents to vote on library budget and elect trustees
BY Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Clifton Park — Residents have a couple weeks to mull over the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library’s proposed $4 million 2017 budget before the September 15th vote. Voters...
View ArticleLocal orchard teams up with Petuske Produce to run farmstand
BY Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Clifton Park — Bowman Orchards of Rexford has teamed up with Petuske Produce of Halfmoon to create a joint farm stand at the corner of Grooms and Moe Road in Clifton...
View ArticleResidents approve library budget, elect trustees
BY Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Clifton Park — Residents approved a $4 million budget for the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library by a vote of 607 to 74 Thursday, September 15th. Voter turnout was...
View ArticleRexford man charged with endangering welfare of child
Clifton Park — A 21 year old Rexford man has been charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child according to State Police. Police began investigating 21 year old John W. Duval Thursday...
View Article‘Talk Like a Pirate Day’ in-arrrgh-uably a great time in Clifton Park
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter CLIFTON PARK — Young pirate enthusiasts gathered in the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library Monday to celebrate annual Talk Like A Pirate Day. Cady Kuzmich/Gazette...
View ArticleCreepy Clown Sightings Raise Concern
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter SARATOGA COUNTY — Clifton Park and Halfmoon residents are being spooked by clowns a bit early this Halloween season. Reports of creepy clowns in the two southern...
View ArticleSheriff warns residents to lock cars, hide valuables
Clifton Park — Saratoga County’s Sheriff Department is reminding residents to lock their vehicles after a string of reported break ins over the weekend. In addition to locking vehicles, Sheriff Zurlo...
View ArticleWojtowicz creates beauty amidst dark times
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Vischers Ferry — Turning hardship and loss into something beautiful and empowering has become a common thread through much of Jen Wojtowicz’s artwork. Wojtowicz...
View ArticleMan allegedly creates ruckus, resists arrest
HALFMOON — A Halfmoon man has been charged with resisting arrest and disorderly conduct after allegedly trying to fight state troopers following a domestic incident Dec. 11. Joshua Lee, 25, was...
View ArticleHalfmoon man arrested after allegedly killing neighbor’s cat
HALFMOON — A Halfmoon man who police said killed a cat in his neighborhood is now facing charges. Jared Brockbank, 26, faces one count of aggravated cruelty to animals, a felony, along with misdemeanor...
View ArticleForum on Heroin, Opioid Addiction to be held in Halfmoon
By Cady Kuzmich Gazette Reporter Clifton Park — An educational community meeting focused on heroin and prescription opioid addiction and the resources available for individuals struggling with...
View ArticleClifton Park-Halfmoon Library February Events
Teen Winter Writing Contest Deadline – Monday, Feb. 13 Clifton Park, N.Y. – Calling all teens! There’s still time to enter the 2017 Teen Winter Writing Contest. Enter for a chance to win prizes,...
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