Zander Frost, Chronicle Staff Writer reports: Romeo Auto Group is acquiring two more dealerships — Saratoga Ford and Saratoga Subaru, just off Northway Exit 15 — from Mackey Auto Group.

They are the 10th and 11th “rooftops” in the Romeo dealership portfolio, which includes locations in Glens Falls and Kingston.

Mike Romeo will serve as dealer principal for the two dealerships.

“It came across our plate at a funny time …

By Ben Westcott, Chronicle Staff Writer

Robert Neuweiler plans to open The Messenger House restaurant at the former Dango’s at 156 Maple Street, Glens Falls. He formerly operated the Messy House bar on South Street from 2010 to 2023, and he currently also operates Spirits Tavern in Warrensburg since 1998.

“If I get the chance to open up on St. Patrick’s Day, there’ll be free corned beef and cabbage all …

CHRONICLE SCOOP • Zander Frost writes: Joe Gross, owner of Gross Electric, seeks to build 400 apartment units geared to families at the site of the former Ramada Inn on Route 9N, just off of Exit 21 in Lake George. He owns the property.

He told The Chronicle his plan is to make a “beautiful complex” of 1- 2- and 3-bedroom apartments and townhouses.

He said they considered a variety …

The Chronicle’s Zander Frost reports: Basil & Wick’s in North Creek said it will close its doors on Sunday, March 31, after more than 14 years in business.

“It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing the closing of Basil & Wick’s,” said owner Jane Peter.

She said Executive Chef Billy Trudsoe “is leaving to concentrate his efforts on his business Lizzie Keays” in Warrensburg.

“Along with …