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From left to right are Tommy Donato, his late father Tom and his brother Joel. The 18th annual Donato Scratch Singles Tournament is dedicated to the Donato family, one of the most successful bowling families in Capital Region history.
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Fun-loving Tommy Donato relishes his role as family comedian, but his bowling resume and contributions to the sport are no joke.
These days, besides keeping his family and friends entertained, Donato is known more for helping run several area tournaments, including the recent Scratch Doubles at Kingpin’s Alley Family Fun Center in South Glens Falls, the upcoming Over/Under Doubles tournament at Towne Bowling Academy, and the 18th annual Donato Scratch Singles, generally regarded as the Capital Region’s most lucrative and prestigious event with a top prize of $3,200.
Town Board focuses on police reforms
The Town Board addressed the state and federal government provisions for reforms of the local Police Department.
“A lot of this doesn’t affect us,” Supervisor Gerry Siller said about a list of requirements issued by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. But a plan for reform must be put in place by April 1 to qualify for state funding, he said.
“I’m always looking for ways for us to improve,” Police Chief Jim Read said.
The governor’s outline calls for:
• Improving deployment strategies
• Addressing bias and proportionate policing of neighborhoods
Local departments are being asked to examine use of force and procedural justice, “hot spot” policing, crime prevention and violence prevention and reduction.
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