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Northshire Bookstore Marks 50 Years with Family Celebration
Northshire Bookstore will celebrate its 50th anniversary on August 8, 2026, with a full‑day, family‑friendly event at its Saratoga Springs and Manchester…
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Saratoga Race Course Launches 2026 Season After July 4‑5
Saratoga Race Course began its 2026 season with an opening‑day card on July 4‑5, despite heat concerns, after an Independence Day weekend celebration. The…
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Summer Trolley Returns, Runs Daily Between Broadway and Race Course
The Summer Trolley resumed service on July 10, 2026, operating Wednesday‑Sunday from noon to 10 PM with stops at Broadway, the Race Course and the Saratoga…
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Schwarber to Lead NL Lineup in Philadelphia All‑Star Game
Kyle Schwarber will open the National League’s lineup as designated hitter in the July 14 All‑Star Game in Philadelphia, replacing Shohei Ohtani, who is out…
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Sabres Sign Peyton Krebs to Four-Year, $18M Deal
The Buffalo Sabres have signed forward Peyton Krebs to a four‑year, $18 million contract, aiming to add scoring depth for the upcoming NHL season as part of…
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Discount Fragrance Boutique to Open at Crossgates Mall This Fall
A discount fragrance retailer will open a boutique specializing in unique scents at Crossgates Mall in Albany this fall, expanding the mall’s shopping options…
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Albany Authority Issues RFP for First Phase of Saint Rose Redevelopment
The Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority has released a Request for Proposals to find a private developer for the first phase of transforming the former…
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Capital Region Farms Prepare for Summer Blueberry Festivals
Capital Region farms are organizing July blueberry festivals across Saratoga County and surrounding areas to celebrate the harvest, promote local agriculture,…
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Free Helmets and Ice Cream Boost Summer Bike Safety
The Safe Summer Program celebrated its 28th anniversary by distributing 5,000 free bike helmets and ice cream to children in Saratoga and Schenectady counties,…
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NYC Ballet Marks 60 Years at SPAC with Summer Residency
New York City Ballet celebrated its 60th anniversary with a four‑day residency at SPAC, presenting six performances, workshops, family programming, artist…
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Saratoga Race Course Kicks Off 2026 Season Amid Heat
Saratoga Race Course launched its 2026 summer racing season on July 4, proceeding with the opening‑day card despite heat index concerns, under the New York…
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Cardona’s Market Debuts "The Starting Gate" Sandwich for Racing Season
Cardona’s Market in Saratoga has launched "The Starting Gate" breakfast sandwich for the summer 2026 racing season, aiming to serve both visitors and locals…
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J.R. Ward Meets Fans at Northshire Bookstore
Bestselling romance author J.R. Ward held a meet‑and‑greet at Northshire Bookstore in Saratoga City Center on July 11, 2026, giving local fans a chance to…
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Mayor Posts Draft 2 of 2026 UDO Amendments
Mayor’s Office and city planners released Draft 2 of the 2026 Unified Development Ordinance amendment, outlining procedural and design changes to streamline…
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Public Works Schedules Saratoga Streets Paving July 20‑23
The Department of Public Works will pave streets in Saratoga Springs from July 20‑23, 2026, with possible lane closures and traffic disruptions, aiming to…
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Local Soccer Star Payton Galuski Commits to Penn State
Payton Galuski of Waterford‑Halfmoon High School has verbally committed to play soccer at Penn State, reinforcing the Capital Region’s reputation for producing…
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Equine Sanctuary Installs Fire Rescue Kits After Barn Tragedy
Unbridled Sanctuary in Greenville, NY installed Fire Horse Rescue Kits in all stables in July 2026, aiming to prevent future horse deaths after a 17‑horse barn…
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Charity Golf Tournament Raises Over $25K for Montgomery Families
United Way’s Lazarus Memorial Tournament at Amsterdam Municipal Golf Course raised over $25,000 for Montgomery County families, with 140 golfers participating…
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Northshire Bookstore Celebrates 50 Years with August Event
Northshire Bookstore marks its 50th anniversary on August 8, 2026 with a full‑day family‑friendly event and limited‑edition merchandise in Saratoga Springs and…
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NYC Ballet Marks 60 Years at SPAC with Summer Series
The New York City Ballet celebrates its 60‑year partnership with SPAC by presenting six performances, workshops, and community events, including family…
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Saratoga Race Course Launches 2026 Season Amid Heat Concerns
Saratoga Race Course opened its 2026 summer meet on July 4‑5, holding an opening day card despite heat concerns, with NYRA implementing precautions and fans…
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200 Youth Attend 4‑H Open House at Saratanga Race Course
Around 200 New York State 4‑H members visited Saratoga Race Course on July 9 for a second‑annual open house that showcased the racing industry through tours…
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Cardona’s Market Unveils “The Starting Gate” Sandwich
Cardona’s Market in Saratoga Springs has launched a racing‑themed breakfast sandwich, “The Starting Gate,” to celebrate the start of the summer 2026 Saratoga…
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Ballston Spa Holds USMNT World Cup Watch Party
Ballston Spa hosted a community watch party at Wiswall Park on July 6, 2026, where residents and Mayor Frank Rossi gathered to support the US men’s national…