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Seasonal Food Stands Close as Days Shorten
Seasonal food vendors in Saratoga Springs and the Capital Region are closing for the year as September’s shorter days and cooler temperatures signal the end of…
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Albany 11‑Year‑Old Launches Scholarship for First‑Gen College Students
An Albany 11‑year‑old has created a scholarship at Excelsior University to aid first‑generation college students in the Capital Region, exemplifying youth‑led…
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Rotterdam First Responders Honored at Weekly Celebration
Rotterdam first responders were honored during the week of September 4, 2026 as part of Capital Region Lifestyle’s First Responder Fridays, with two community…
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Malta 5K Returns Sep 12, Supporting Local Non‑Profits
The Malta 5K road race returns on September 12, 2026, at TEC‑SMART in Malta, NY, with proceeds benefiting local charities.
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Siro’s Unveils $325 ‘Golden Boy’ Burger, Tops NY Prices
Chef Noah Frese’s $325 Golden Boy burger, New York’s costliest, sold over 100 units this summer at Siro’s in Saratoga Springs, highlighting the restaurant’s…
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Tang Dumplings to Open on Marion Avenue This Fall
Tang Dumplings is set to open in the former Smashburger space at 46 Marion Avenue in Saratoga Springs this fall, expanding downtown dining options with a…
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Snowman Ice Cream Gets State Historic Designation
Snowman Ice Cream in Saratoga Springs received a New York State historic designation on September 4, 2026, honoring its more than 70 years of service to the…
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Ballston Spa Plans 168‑Unit Workforce Housing Development
Developers have proposed a 168‑unit workforce housing complex on a brownfield site in Ballston Spa, requiring a special permit and prompting mixed reactions…
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Great Pumpkin Challenge 5K, 10K and Kids Run Set for Sept 26
The Great Pumpkin Challenge 5K, 10K and Kids Fun Run will be held on September 26 at Columbia Pavilion in Saratoga Spa State Park, raising funds and awareness…
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Albany Resident Wins New York’s First Millionaire For Life Top Prize
An Albany resident became the first New Yorker to win the top prize in the state's Millionaire For Life lottery, as confirmed by the New York State Gaming…
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Rochester Developer Proposes Five‑Story Hotel and Apartments on Congress Street
A Rochester‑based developer has proposed a five‑story mixed‑use building on Congress Street that would add a 120‑room hotel, 21 apartments, a restaurant,…
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Residents Push City to Cancel Flock Safety Camera Contract
Saratoga Springs residents are urging the city to cancel its contract with Flock Safety over privacy and data‑use worries, while officials, including Public…
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New $400,000 Grant Supports Digital Literacy in Greater Capital Region
A $400,000 grant for digital‑literacy projects has been made available to nonprofits in the Greater Capital Region, aiming to help residents become comfortable…
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Malta 5K Returns Sep 12, Funds Local Nonprofits
The 17th annual Malta 5K will be held on September 12, 2026, at TEC‑SMART, with registration fees ranging from $20 to $40 supporting local nonprofit…
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USPS Holds September Job Fairs Across Capital Region
The U.S. Postal Service will hold multiple job fairs across the Capital Region in September 2026 to recruit staff and fill open positions as part of its…
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Walk for Wildwood Funds Services for 1,600 Residents
The 2026 Walk for Wildwood in the Capital Region raised funds to support programming for 1,600 residents with developmental and intellectual disabilities,…
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Capital Region Schools Grapple With Bus Driver Shortage
Capital Region school districts are managing a continuing bus driver shortage as the new school year starts, seeking recruitment and routing solutions to…
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Franklin Community Center Holds Second Annual Fall Affair Fundraiser
The Franklin Community Center will host its second Fall Affair fundraiser on September 17 at the Saratoga Casino Hotel, featuring food, drinks, live…
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Aries Spears Returns to Albany for End‑2026 Funny Bone Shows
Aries Spears will perform at Albany Funny Bone in Albany at the end of 2026, bringing live comedy entertainment back to the Capital Region.
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Trainer Gabrielle Hogan Shows Low‑Impact Calorie‑Burning Moves
Fitness trainer Gabrielle Hogan demonstrated low‑impact, high‑calorie‑burning exercises at Capital Region Lifestyle, offering viewers a joint‑friendly way to…
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Roohan Realty Agents Lead August 2026 Sales in Saratoga Springs
Roohan Realty released its August 2026 sales leaderboard for Saratoga Springs, recognizing agents with the highest transaction totals. The monthly…
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State‑Funded Walkway and Green Space Unveiled at Empire State Plaza
A state‑funded $400 million CAP project has added a pedestrian walkway and green space to Empire State Plaza, linking it to nearby neighborhoods and supporting…
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Albany Airport to Shut Cellphone Lot for Expansion
Albany International Airport will close its cellphone parking lot to free up space for an upcoming expansion aimed at supporting airport growth.
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iRun Saratoga Half Marathon Scheduled for September 20
iRun Saratoga’s 13.1‑mile half marathon will start at 8 a.m. on September 20 in Congress Park, serving as a community fitness event for residents and runners.