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USPS Announces Six Capital Region Job Fairs This August
The U.S. Postal Service will host six job fairs across the Capital Region in August 2026, aiming to connect local job seekers with a variety of postal…
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Costco to Open First Capital Region Store on Aug. 6
Costco will open its first Capital Region warehouse at 1701 Western Avenue on August 6, 2026, giving local residents a new bulk‑shopping option.
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Former Commissioner Sues Saratoga Springs Over Alleged Power Abuse
Former public works commissioner Jason Golub has sued the City of Saratoga Springs and its police department, alleging they exceeded their legal authority. The…
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Saratoga Special Stakes Scheduled for August 1
The Saratoga Race Course will host the historic Saratoga Special Stakes for juvenile colts and fillies on August 1, 2026, continuing a tradition that dates…
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Four Districts Form Unified Girls Wrestling Team
Four school districts in Queensbury, NY, have joined to form a unified girls wrestling team, expanding opportunities for female athletes despite small…
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Saratoga Springs Faces Fiscal Challenge Over Budget Shortfalls
Saratoga Springs disclosed on July 30, 2026 that years of budgeting errors have created a deficit, depleting reserves and affecting city services. Former…
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AR Exhibit Opens at New York State Military Museum
The New York State Military Museum opened an interactive augmented‑reality exhibit on July 30, 2026, featuring four 1777 Saratoga battle figures to enhance…
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Congresswoman Seeks Flood Relief Funding in Albany County
A local congresswoman toured Coeymans and Ravena after heavy rains caused significant flooding, urging federal aid for homeowners and businesses while…
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Jesse Costa Turns Passion for Horses into NYRA Career
Jesse Costa works as an assistant starter at the Saratoga Springs racetrack, turning his love for horses into a professional role. His duties and horse‑related…
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Saratoga Springs Little League All‑Stars Finish State Runners‑Up
Saratoga Springs Little League’s U11 all‑star team placed second at the New York State Championship in Baldwinsville, NY, in July 2026, capping a strong season…
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Debate Over Martin Dunham Dam Repairs Persists
Save Dunham co‑chairs led a July 31 meeting in Grafton to discuss repair options for Martin Dunham Dam after storms raised flood‑control concerns, with…
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Saratoga Wrestlers Capture Two National Titles in Atlantic City
Four Saratoga wrestlers, guided by Damian Snyder, earned podium spots and two national titles at the NuWay Combat National Wrestling Championship in Atlantic…
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Eight Horses Set for 99th Whitney Stakes at Saratoga
The New York Racing Association has released an eight‑horse field for the 99th Whitney Stakes, scheduled for later this summer at Saratoga Race Course. The…
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Brown’s Beach Closed Indefinitely After July Flooding
The Town of Stillwater closed Brown’s Beach indefinitely after heavy rain on July 29, 2026 caused Saratoga Lake to flood the shoreline. The closure leaves the…
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New Exhibit Lets Visitors See Through a Horse’s Eyes
An exhibit at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame in Saratoga Springs opened on August 1, 2026, allowing visitors to view the world through a…
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Skidmore Graduate Leads Summer Soccer Camp in Saratoga Springs
Skidmore alumnus Austin Okoye is hosting an ongoing summer soccer camp in Saratoga Springs for children of all ages, aiming to teach soccer skills and foster a…
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iRun Local to Host 11th Annual Churney Gurney Trail Race
iRun Local will host the 11th annual Churney Gurney Trail Race, a five‑mile trail run starting at 9 a.m. on August 1 at Gurney Lane Trails. The event…
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Waldorf School Introduces Screen‑Free Summer Camps
The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs has started screen‑free themed summer camps for children, offering nature‑focused activities without digital devices.…
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Saratoga Regional Health Center Opens with Ribbon‑Cutting Ceremony
Saratoga Regional Health Center officially opened on July 27, 2026 with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony at 612 Maple Avenue, featuring local officials and health…
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Youth Ballet Presents Summer Salsa Soiree Thursday Night
Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet’s Summer Salsa Soiree will be held Thursday, July 30, from 6 to 8 p.m., as a public, community‑focused event in the city’s summer…
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Albany Pump Station Floods Prompt Water‑Use Advisory
Excess rain caused the Woodville Avenue Pump Station to flood on July 29, disrupting Albany's wastewater system and prompting officials to ask residents to…
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Flash Floods Close Central Avenue and Everett Road
Rising floodwaters forced Albany police and city officials to close Central Avenue and Everett Road on July 29, urging drivers to avoid the streets and use…
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NYRA Halts Saratoga Racing Amid Torrential Rain
NYRA cancelled Wednesday's races and closed Saratoga Race Course to the public on July 29, 2026, after torrential rain caused flooding, advising fans and staff…
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State of Emergency Issued for Flash‑Flood Threats in Capital Region
Local emergency management officials declared a state of emergency on July 29, 2026 for flash‑flood warnings in New York's Capital Region due to ongoing heavy…