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Superfan Philip Costello Marks 35 Years of Travers Picnic Tradition
Philip Costello secured a picnic table early at Saratoga Race Course on August 29, 2026, marking his 35th year of the tradition tied to the Travers Stakes, a…
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Saratoga Restaurants Ready for Busy Travers Stakes Weekend
Saratoga’s Siro’s, Noah’s Italian, and The Wild Horse, with Kevin Decker, are preparing staff and menus for the expected visitor surge during the Travers…
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Wilton Declares Emergency After Twin Tornadoes Strike
Wilton declared a state of emergency on August 27 after two tornadoes struck Saratoga County, enabling the town to mobilize resources and protect residents…
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Local Pro AJ Cavitta Shines in 2026 Golf Season
AJ Cavitta, a Saratoga Springs native and teaching professional, is achieving multiple notable golf successes in the 2026 season while continuing to coach…
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Chamber Music Churchtown Presents Outdoor Classical Concert
Chamber Music Churchtown announced an outdoor concert in Churchtown that will combine classical music with a natural setting, aiming to provide cultural…
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Cat Rescued After Eight Hours Trapped in Car Engine
A cat survived eight hours inside a car engine before being rescued after a driver noticed warning lights on the dashboard, highlighting the need for vehicle…
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Ballston Spa Grad Bryce Tuohy Wins Racing Scholarship
Bryce Tuohy, a Ballston Spa graduate, received a New York Thoroughbred Breeders scholarship in 2026 to advance his horse‑racing career near Saratoga Race…
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iRun Saratoga Announces Inaugural Half Marathon for Sept 20
iRun Saratoga will host its first half marathon, a 13.1‑mile race starting and ending at Congress Park, on Sunday, September 20, 2026, with a course that…
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Community Honors Late Parting Glass Owner
A community party and race at The Parting Glass on August 27 honored the late owner’s contributions to Saratoga Springs’ music scene, featuring food, drinks,…
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Arborist Warns of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Threat
Board‑certified arborist Joe Oszust warned that the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid can kill local hemlocks within a year, urging monitoring and prompt…
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Ballston Spa Schools Launch Adult Fitness Programs
Ballston Spa Central School District will offer adult fitness classes at its facilities during the 2026‑2027 school year, aiming to promote health and…
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City Schedules Residential Street Paving Aug 31‑Sep 3
Saratoga Springs will pave residential streets from Aug 31 to Sep 3, 2026, to improve driving conditions, with residents advised to expect temporary traffic…
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18th Annual Walk for Epilepsy Set for Sept. 13
The Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York will host its 18th Annual Walk for Epilepsy on September 13 at Saratoga Spa State Park, expecting hundreds of…
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NWS to Survey Saratoga County for Tornado Damage Today
The National Weather Service Albany is conducting a survey of Saratoga County on Friday, August 28, 2026, to assess possible tornado damage following…
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Tornado Confirmed in Wilton Thursday
National Weather Service Albany confirmed a tornado touched down in Wilton, Saratoga County on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, as part of a broader series of storms…
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Local Graduate Bryce Tuohy Receives Horse Racing Scholarship
Bryce Tuohy, a local graduate, received a New York Thoroughbred Breeders Inc. scholarship in Ballston Spa to support his development in thoroughbred horse…
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Capital Region Claims $10 Million Lottery Prize
The New York Lottery confirmed that a $10 million top prize from the “300X The Money” scratch‑off game was claimed in the Capital Region on August 26, 2026,…
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Roy McDonald Veterans Fishing Park Opens in Wilton
The Roy McDonald Veterans Fishing Park opened on August 26, 2026, in Wilton, New York, providing a waterfront fishing area that honors veterans and expands…
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Confluence Chocolate Highlights Bean‑to‑Bar Craft in Ballston Spa
Confluence Chocolate held a bean‑to‑bar demonstration at its Ballston Spa warehouse on August 26, 2026, led by Chris Tomchik, to showcase the craft of…
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iRun Saratoga Unveils First Half Marathon for Sept. 20
iRun Saratoga announced its first half marathon, a 13.1‑mile race starting and ending at Congress Park on September 20, 2026, aimed at reviving the distance…
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Ballston Spa School District Starts Adult Fitness Programs
Ballston Spa Central School District will launch adult fitness classes for the 2026-2027 school year, offering experience‑free workouts to promote health and…
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Military Appreciation Day Celebrates Service at Saratoga Race Course
Saratoga Race Course hosted its annual Military Appreciation Day on August 27, 2026, honoring veterans and active‑duty service members as part of NYRA’s…
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Saratoga Springs Proposes Mixed‑Use Zoning to Boost Housing
Saratoga Springs officials unveiled today a proposal to amend zoning laws, promoting mixed‑use development and affordable housing to create more diverse,…
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NY Weather Office Issues Multiple Alerts for Thursday
The New York City Weather Forecast Office issued warnings, watches and advisories on Thursday, August 27, 2026, to alert the public to hazardous weather. The…