Fulton County Area News

08/12/2025

We caught tonight's sunset at the Great Sacandaga Reservoir in Mayfield ⚓️

08/11/2025

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08/11/2025

The photo is last night's moon. The image was shot by longtime Photographer Terry Potoczny of St. Johnsville.

08/11/2025

Antonucci continues bid for Gloversville Mayor
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Spent the afternoon at the Fulton County Sheriff’s Association Annual BBQ.Good food,music and conversation.

08/11/2025

GLOVERSVILLE POLICE: 295 CALLS LAST WEEK, MULTIPLE ARRESTS

The Gloversville Police Department made the following arrests from August 4th, 2025, through August 10th, 2025.

- Omijah L. Piening, a 30-year-old male from Johnstown, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree.

- Dodie L. Parks, a 53-year-old female from Root, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree.

- Jacob C. Crankshaw, a 27-year-old male from Mayfield, Bench Warrant, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the Second Degree.

- Dylan J. Fisher, a 32-year-old male from Broadalbin, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, Tampering with Physical Evidence.

- Alyssa M. Sisco, a 31-year-old female from Gloversville, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, Bench Warrant.

- Jessica B. Smith, a 42-year-old female from Johnstown, Harassment in the Second Degree, Criminal Tampering in the Third Degree, Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the Second Degree, Resisting Arrest.

- Richard P. Colson Jr., a 39-year-old male from Gloversville, Aggravated Family Offense, Assault in the Third Degree, Criminal Contempt in the First Degree, Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree.

- Ryan J. Loucks, a 24-year-old male from Gloversville, Assault in the Third Degree, Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree.

- Robert D. Litchfield II, a 43-year-old male from Amsterdam, Harassment in the Second Degree.

- Brandon C. Saj, a 29-year-old male from Amsterdam, Bench Warrant.

There were a total of 295 calls for service in the past week. 18 of these were Domestic Violence complaints. 29 were Disorderly Conduct complaints. There were no Overdoses.

While there is probable cause for the issuance of these arrests, all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

08/11/2025

Veterans Picnic set for Sept 4th
Fulton County, NY
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08/09/2025

BACKLASH CONTINUES AGAINST MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR SACANDAGA MUSEUM: Former Northampton Judge blasts project

Longtime Northampton Town Justice Paulette Lewek issued the statement on Facebook on Friday.

"What was initially expected to cost $1.2 million is now estimated to cost $8.4 million!!! Then I hear the project will come back as part of next year's capital plan....These figures are outrageous. This is in reference to the new museum, discovery center they want to build! It is being said that this project is crucial to bringing tourism to the area. I personally believe we already have plenty of tourism. If you look at all the marinas, they are full, camps and homes are full. People are coming in and buying up properties and they are becoming airbnb's. I therefore believe we are already maxed as far as sales tax revenue goes. We have just so many businesses in the village. I do not believe there is any more room to add to tourism. Also, the village of Northville has very limited parking areas. If this project is going to cost local taxpayers any more money, I say 'can' it, take your lumps, sell the property to recoup some of the loss already. We do not need anything of this magnitude. We are so highly taxed right now here in New York, we cannot take on any more."

08/08/2025

UPDATE ISSUED: HOUSE FIRE IN GLOVERSVILLE

FULTON COUNTY, NY -- Gloversville Fire Chief Tom Groff updated reporters on Friday afternoon following a house fire confirmed earlier in the day.

Groff said that on Friday morning the Gloversville and Johnstown Fire Departments were dispatched at 8:25 am to a structure fire at 75 W. Eighth Ave. in the City of Gloversville.

Groff said that upon arrival, Battalion Chief Brandon Lehr confirmed the working fire and requested a second alarm for the Second Battalion. Capt. Josh Frye and FF/EMT Greg Gannon stretched a handline to the second-floor apartment to extinguish the fire. Johnstown firefighters Eric Brown and Brock Sardelli conducted a primary search of the first floor and surveyed the attic for fire extension with negative results on both. The fire was brought under control in 20 minutes with fire damage limited to the upstairs kitchen and adjoining rooms, the rest of the building suffered smoke and water damage.

The fire displaced two adults and the Red Cross was called in to assist them. Lake Valley was on stand-by at the scene to assist any firefighters or residents and Gloversville Police Department assisted in traffic control and scene security. Fulton County Emergency Management was also on scene to assist. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Gloversville Fire Department Fire Investigation Team. All units were back in service at 10:06 am.

08/08/2025

08/05/2025

JOHNSTOWN POLICE: 45 ARRESTS DURING JULY

The Johnstown Police Department reports the following activity for the month of July. Officers responded to 609 calls for service, which included investigations into 36 motor vehicle accidents, 15 domestic violence incidents, and 0 drug overdoses. There were 95 traffic tickets and 15 parking tickets issued during the month.

There were 45 arrests made during the month of July:

Shane M. Smith, a 29-year-old male from Saint Johnsville, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.

Errica R. Santiago, a 47-year-old female from Hamlet, NC, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Denishka M. Rosa, a 29-year-old female from Gloversville, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.

Jonathan Martinez, a 40-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Criminal Contempt in the second degree and Aggravated Family Offense.

Leland F. Nichols, a 59-year-old male from Dolgeville, was arrested on a bench warrant.

Aljabbar B. Crenshaw, a 45-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Edwin H. Atkins, III, a 44-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.

Joshua W. Preston, a 41-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.

David T. Doak, a 34-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Obstructing Governmental Administration in the second degree and Resisting Arrest.

Jeremy M. Tyrell, a 36-year-old male from Hague, NY, was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration.

Kyle M. Slingerland, a 39-year-old male from Fort Plain, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the second degree.

Joseph M. Prudhomme, a 35-year-old male from Rotterdam, was charged with DWI and DWI: BAC >.08%.

William R. Cook, a 48-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Travis J. Ditoro, a 22-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the second degree.

Edgar J. Asencio, Jr., a 68-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Dog at Large.

Brittany L. Cook, a 32-year-old female from Caroga Lake, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Michael A. Putman, a 43-year-old male from Saint Johnsville, was charged with Petit Larceny.

William J. Masten, a 41-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Kayleigh B. Harrington, a 23-year-old female from Gloversville, was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Zachary L. Bedell, a 32-year-old male from Amsterdam, was charged with Aggravated Harassment in the second degree.

Zachary L. Bedell, a 32-year-old male from Amsterdam, was charged with Criminal Contempt in the second degree.

Krista N. Moore, a 37-year-old female from Gloversville, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the first degree, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the fourth degree, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the third degree.

John M. Lamont, a 45-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the first degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the fourth degree, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree, and Displaying a Forged Inspection Certificate

William V. Jeune, a 37-year-old male from Albany, was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration.

Adrian I. Rivera, a 24-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

William A. Hathaway, a 45-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the first degree.

Maria Thomas, a 53-year-old female from Saint Johnsville, was charged with DWAI: Drugs.

Joseph T. Simonds, a 40-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Contempt in the second degree.

Joseph T. Simonds, a 40-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Contempt in the second degree.

Phillip N. Hollister, Jr., a 22-year-old male from Johnstown, was arrested on a bench warrant for another agency.

Yulanda C. Sears, a 63-year-old female from Manhattan, NY, was charged with Grand Larceny in the third degree, Identity Theft in the second degree, Forgery in the first degree, Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument in the first degree, and Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument in the second degree.

Thomas J. Warner, Sr., a 36-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the second degree and Resisting Arrest.

Dwayne E. Williams, a 32-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Mischief in the fourth degree.

Quadir J. Johnson, a 20-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Royal M. Loveless, Jr., a 53-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.

Steven C. Chrisman, a 33-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation and Aggravated Family Offense.

Amber T. Cotter, a 45-year-old female from Johnstown, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Danny L. Johnson, a 41-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Brittany L. Garlock, a 37-year-old female from Dolgeville, was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Registration.

Joseph T. Simonds, a 40-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Criminal Contempt in the second degree.

Ryan M. Hayes, a 27-year-old male from Johnstown, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Tyronne L. Allen, a 51-year-old male from Gloversville, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Thomas M. Shanahan, a 38-year-old male from Amsterdam, was charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the third degree.

Two (2) people were taken into custody under the Mental Hygiene Law of the State of New York.

All individuals listed have not been convicted of any crimes and are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

08/04/2025

GLOVERSVILLE POLICE: 355 CALLS LAST WEEK, MULTIPLE ARRESTS

The Gloversville Police Department made the following arrests from July 28th, 2025, through August 3rd, 2025.

- Cameron Sleezer, a 22-year-old male from Gloversville, Good Conduct Required, Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree, Resisting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Harassment in the Second Degree.

- Brian Hoover, a 37-year-old male from Gloversville, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree.

- Joseph Skaine Sr., a 37-year-old male from Gloversville, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Resisting Arrest.

- Nathan Symansky, a 32-year-old male from Gloversville, Good Conduct Required.

- Monique Shefield, a 48-year-old female from Gloversville, Harassment in the Second Degree, and Good Conduct Required.

- Robert Valachovic Jr., a 42-year-old male from Gloversville, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation in the Second Degree.

- Darrell Reeder, a 38-year-old male from Gloversville, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Criminal Mischief in the Fourth Degree, Torturing or Injuring Animals/Failure to Provide Sustenance.

- Amy Richardson, a 36-year-old female from Gloversville, Assault in the Second Degree, Resisting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration, Criminal Tampering in the Third Degree, Harassment in the Second Degree.

- Joshua Hickok, a 34-year-old male from Gloversville, Good Conduct Required, Resisting Arrest, Obstructing Governmental Administration.

- Kaitlin Hickok, a 21-year-old female from Gloversville, Good Conduct Required.

There were a total of 355 calls for service in the past week. 18 of these were Domestic Violence complaints. 15 were Disorderly Conduct complaints. There was 1 reported Overdose.

While there is probable cause for the issuance of these arrests, all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

08/04/2025

The former manager of a Johnstown McDonald’s is accused of breaking into the restaurant.