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Nine Pin Cider Opens as New York’s First Farm‑Based Cidery
Nine Pin Cider opened New York’s inaugural farm‑based cidery, offering locally produced cider and expanding beverage choices for residents and visitors.
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Youth Ballet Adds Two Fall Classes for Young Children
Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet will start two eight‑class daytime sessions for young children on Oct. 22, aiming to reach younger and homeschooling families.
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48th Annual Carrot Festival Returns to Niskayuna This Weekend
The 48th Carrot Festival returns to Niskayuna on Oct 7‑8, featuring vendors, crafters and food, and highlights local agriculture and community spirit.
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Girls’ Tennis Keeps Perfect Record, Wins Senior Night
Saratoga Springs girls’ tennis beat Ballston Spa 7‑2, extending its season to 7‑0 while celebrating senior players.
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Business for Good Gives $20,000 to Pitney Meadows Farm
The Business for Good Foundation provided $20,000 to Pitney Meadows Community Farm to expand its Food as Medicine residential program, allowing more high‑need…
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Albany Council Starts Review of 2027 Budget Proposal
Albany's Common Council started reviewing a $355.2 million 2027 budget that proposes a 15% property‑tax hike, affecting Saratoga County residents.
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Frisky Fork Marks National Taco Day with Special Tacos
The Frisky Fork hosted a National Taco Day event with special tacos on Oct 6, 2026, organized by owners Amy and Sara Moskowitz and highlighted in Capital…
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USPS to Hold Three Capital Region Job Fairs in October
The USPS is organizing three job fairs in the Capital Region throughout October 2026 to link local residents with postal employment opportunities.
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Sunny Skies and Cool Breeze Expected, Frost Possible Tonight
High pressure from the Great Lakes will bring sunny, breezy weather to Saratoga Springs today, with a chance of widespread frost tonight.
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Skidmore College Hosts Bipartisan Congress Discussion
Skidmore College held a bipartisan forum with Professor Bob Turner and former lawmakers to discuss enhancing congressional effectiveness, open to the Saratoga…
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Veterans Business Outreach Center Offers Full-Cycle Entrepreneur Support
The Veterans Business Outreach Center at Watervliet Arsenal offers veterans comprehensive support for starting, growing, and exiting businesses as part of an…
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1UpState Video Game Expo Returns to Albany Capital Center This Fall
The 1UpState video game expo will return to Albany’s Capital Center this fall, showcasing development and industry as a regional tech and culture event.
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PepsiCo Recalls Over 122,000 Cases of Gatorade Nationwide
PepsiCo is recalling 122,021 cases of Gatorade nationwide due to possible undeclared Yellow No. 6 and Yellow No. 5, in partnership with the FDA.
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Giant Pumpkinfest Crowned: 2,123‑lb Pumpkin Takes 2026 Title
Josh Hilton won the Giant Pumpkinfest with a 2,123.5‑lb pumpkin, while Ernie Gustinucci and Tadd King placed second and third. The results were announced…
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DEC Grants Over $530K for Capital Region Land Trusts
The DEC provided over $530,000 in land‑trust grants to Capital Region groups on Oct. 3, 2026, to support local conservation projects.
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Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet Starts New Fall Daytime Classes
Two new eight‑session daytime ballet classes for younger children and homeschoolers begin Oct. 22 at Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet, expanding youth arts…
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Gov. Hochul Expands Free Community College to Adults 25‑55
Gov. Hochul announced that New York’s free community college program now covers adults 25‑55 with prior degrees, addressing AI‑driven job market changes.
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Blue Streaks Win Homecoming Football Game
The Blue Streaks won their homecoming football game on Oct. 1, 2026, continuing the school’s tradition.
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Trailer Debris Spill Causes I-90 Westbound Backup Near Guilderland
A tractor trailer lost part of its load on I-90 near Guilderland on Oct. 5, spilling debris and causing a traffic backup. New York State Police handled the…
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Saratoga Girls’ Tennis Wins Senior Night, Stays Undefeated 7‑0
Saratoga Springs Girls’ Tennis beat Ballston Spa 7-2 on senior night, keeping their season unbeaten at 7-0.
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Cold Front Brings Breezy Start, Sunny Days Ahead
Monday will see blustery, wet weather as a cold front moves through, followed by several sunny, mild days.
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Pints for Preservation Pub Crawl Returns Oct. 17
The Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation’s 14th annual Pints for Preservation Pub Crawl will take place on Oct. 17, touring five historic pubs to highlight…
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Brunswick Paintball Fundraiser Targets $10,000 for Breast Cancer
The Brunswick event on Oct. 3 aimed to raise $10,000 for the American Cancer Society's breast‑cancer initiatives, featuring paintball, raffles, food, music and…
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Tech Valley Cybersecurity Symposium Returns Oct 13 in Schenectady
The fifth Tech Valley Cybersecurity Symposium, organized by LogicalNet and the tech community, will take place on Oct. 13 at Rivers Casino in Schenectady,…