Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and Fred Mastroianni from the Rotterdam Sons of Italy Lodge 321 took first place at this weekend’s Port Jackson Bocce Club Tournament, which raised $5,000 for the Greater Amsterdam School District Unified Bocce Program! A great day of fun, community, and support for our student athletes!
Pictured are Justin Bottisti and Mattie Bottisti (3rd Place), Fred Mastroianni and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (1st Place), and Jimmy Myers* and Jerry Poldolec (2nd Place) *Jimmy Myers subbing for George Pacifico in the Championship Match

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and Fred Mastroianni from the Rotterdam Sons of Italy Lodge 321 took first place at this weekend’s Port Jackson Bocce Club Tournament, which raised $5,000 for the Greater Amsterdam School District Unified Bocce Program! A great day of fun, community, and support for our student athletes!
Pictured are Justin Bottisti and Mattie Bottisti (3rd Place), Fred Mastroianni and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (1st Place), and Jimmy Myers* and Jerry Poldolec (2nd Place) *Jimmy Myers subbing for George Pacifico in the Championship Match

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara presents a ceremonial check for $3 million in state funding to the Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) during their 2025–26 season-opening performance, Ignition: Rising Through Sound, at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady.
The funding, secured by Assemblyman Santabarbara in the FY2025–26 New York State Budget, will support the development of ESYO’s new, state-of-the-art Youth Music Center in the Village of Scotia – an investment that will expand opportunities for young musicians across the Capital Region.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara continues his annual tradition of riding the school bus with students on the first day of school, highlighting the importance of education, community, and safe transportation. This tradition offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from students, parents, and educators as the new school year begins.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara continues his annual tradition of riding the school bus with students on the first day of school, highlighting the importance of education, community, and safe transportation. This tradition offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from students, parents, and educators as the new school year begins.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara continues his annual tradition of riding the school bus with students on the first day of school, highlighting the importance of education, community, and safe transportation. This tradition offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from students, parents, and educators as the new school year begins.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara continues his annual tradition of riding the school bus with students on the first day of school, highlighting the importance of education, community, and safe transportation. This tradition offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from students, parents, and educators as the new school year begins.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara continues his annual tradition of riding the school bus with students on the first day of school, highlighting the importance of education, community, and safe transportation. This tradition offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from students, parents, and educators as the new school year begins.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara continues his annual tradition of riding the school bus with students on the first day of school, highlighting the importance of education, community, and safe transportation. This tradition offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from students, parents, and educators as the new school year begins.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara presents a New York State Assembly Proclamation to Lena Mallozzi Pasquariello in celebration of her 90th birthday at Johnny’s in Schenectady

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara presented a $10,000 check in funding he secured from his office to support the Amsterdam Waterfront Foundation during the City of Amsterdam’s Bicentennial Celebration at Riverlink Park on Saturday evening. The funding will assist the Foundation in continuing its mission of promoting arts, culture, and community events along the Mohawk River waterfront. Assemblyman Santabarbara presented the check to members of the Foundation’s Board during the celebration.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara addresses graduates, LIUNA representatives, labor leaders, and community members at this week’s BUILDnBEYOND Pre-Apprenticeship Program graduation ceremony. The program prepares participants for skilled union careers in construction and infrastructure – many entering from historically underrepresented backgrounds.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara presents a $10,000 check to Rotterdam Police Chief Michael Brown during the Town of Rotterdam’s National Night Out event on August 5, 2025. The funding, secured by Santabarbara will be used for much-needed equipment upgrades for the department to better serve and protect the local community.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, who served in the US Army Reserve from 1990 to 1998, is proud to announce a special Veterans Appreciation Day at the Races, in collaboration with America's Pastime Stables, League of Their Own Racing Stable, and NYRA. This event is dedicated to honoring our veterans with a memorable day at Saratoga Racetrack, featuring complimentary services and activities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, who served in the US Army Reserve from 1990 to 1998, is proud to announce a special Veterans Appreciation Day at the Races, in collaboration with America's Pastime Stables, League of Their Own Racing Stable, and NYRA. This event is dedicated to honoring our veterans with a memorable day at Saratoga Racetrack, featuring complimentary services and activities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, who served in the US Army Reserve from 1990 to 1998, is proud to announce a special Veterans Appreciation Day at the Races, in collaboration with America's Pastime Stables, League of Their Own Racing Stable, and NYRA. This event is dedicated to honoring our veterans with a memorable day at Saratoga Racetrack, featuring complimentary services and activities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, who served in the US Army Reserve from 1990 to 1998, is proud to announce a special Veterans Appreciation Day at the Races, in collaboration with America's Pastime Stables, League of Their Own Racing Stable, and NYRA. This event is dedicated to honoring our veterans with a memorable day at Saratoga Racetrack, featuring complimentary services and activities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, who served in the US Army Reserve from 1990 to 1998, is proud to announce a special Veterans Appreciation Day at the Races, in collaboration with America's Pastime Stables, League of Their Own Racing Stable, and NYRA. This event is dedicated to honoring our veterans with a memorable day at Saratoga Racetrack, featuring complimentary services and activities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, who served in the US Army Reserve from 1990 to 1998, is proud to announce a special Veterans Appreciation Day at the Races, in collaboration with America's Pastime Stables, League of Their Own Racing Stable, and NYRA. This event is dedicated to honoring our veterans with a memorable day at Saratoga Racetrack, featuring complimentary services and activities.

1st Annual Festa Bocce Tournament held this past weekend at the Sons of Italy Lodge in Rotterdam – part of this year’s Italian Festa! 🇮🇹

Congrats to:
🥇 Tom Zippiere & Drew Zippiere – 1st Place
🥈 Angelo Santabarbara & Fred Mastroianni – 2nd Place
🥉 Fred Mitchell II & Rich Conti – 3rd Place

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced $50,000 in funding for farm to Family Wheels Program in Schenectady.

From connecting calls to arranging flowers, Shirley Emanuele’s 90-year journey is rooted in service, family, and hometown pride.

A lifelong Amsterdam resident and the eldest of nine, Shirley May Nethaway Emanuele built a career at New York Telephone (later Verizon), where she worked for 30 years before lending her creative talents to Doral’s Touch of Class Florist. Whether helping neighbors stay in touch or adding beauty to their most meaningful moments, Shirley has always found ways to give back.

On June 30th, surrounded by family and friends at Lorenzo’s Southside, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara presented Shirley with a New York State Assembly Proclamation in honor of her 90th birthday and lifetime of contributions to the community.

With prom season in full swing, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara brought his impactful "Arrive Alive" Prom Pledge initiative to Amsterdam High School and Schenectady High School on the same day and urged hundreds of seniors to prioritize safety over risk and responsibility over peer pressure.

With prom season in full swing, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara brought his impactful "Arrive Alive" Prom Pledge initiative to Amsterdam High School and Schenectady High School on the same day and urged hundreds of seniors to prioritize safety over risk and responsibility over peer pressure.

With prom season in full swing, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara brought his impactful "Arrive Alive" Prom Pledge initiative to Amsterdam High School and Schenectady High School on the same day and urged hundreds of seniors to prioritize safety over risk and responsibility over peer pressure.

With prom season in full swing, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara brought his impactful "Arrive Alive" Prom Pledge initiative to Amsterdam High School and Schenectady High School on the same day and urged hundreds of seniors to prioritize safety over risk and responsibility over peer pressure.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held to honor three local heroes – US Army Sgt. Nathan Michael Higginbotham, US Army Sgt. Raymond W. Warlikowski Jr., and US Coast Guard EM3 David T. Miller – whose names were added to the Veterans Monument at ViaPort Rotterdam Mall.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime advocate for people with disabilities and Chair of the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, hosted the 45th Annual Legislative Disability Awareness Day on Thursday, May 8th at the State Capitol. This high-profile event brings together lawmakers, advocates, and leaders in disability services to unveil this year’s legislative priorities aimed at improving access, inclusion, and quality of life for New Yorkers with disabilities.

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime advocate for people with disabilities and Chair of the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, hosted the 45th Annual Legislative Disability Awareness Day on Thursday, May 8th at the State Capitol. This high-profile event brings together lawmakers, advocates, and leaders in disability services to unveil this year’s legislative priorities aimed at improving access, inclusion, and quality of life for New Yorkers with disabilities.