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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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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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Road Closures Announced for Schenectady County SummerNight Block Party
Schenectady County SummerNight organizers and officials announced road closures for the region's biggest block party to manage traffic and ensure safety. The…
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Safe Summer Bike Helmet Program Gives 5,000 Ice‑Cream Tickets
The 28th annual Safe Summer Bike Helmet program, led by Senator Jim Tedisco, distributed 5,000 ice‑cream tickets to helmet‑wearing kids in Saratoga and…
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Druthers Family Launches Cancer Support Foundation in Martell’s Memory
The Druthers family of Ballston Spa announced a new cancer support foundation in July 2026 to honor the late Brian Patrick Martell, with local businesses…
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Local Soccer Star Payton Galuski Commits to Penn State
Payton Galuski of Waterford‑Halfmoon, NY, has verbally committed to Penn State’s elite soccer program, joining a top high school talent from the Capital Region.
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Coach Lambert and Coach Long Lead 37th Youth Baseball Camp
The Spa City Bombers host their 37th annual youth baseball camp, led by Coaches Lambert and Long, at West Side Recreation Park from July 13‑16 with rain‑out…
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The Collective Marketplace Launches Inside Chow Bella Downtown
The Collective Marketplace opened on July 8, 2026 inside Chow Bella in downtown Saratoga Springs, featuring over fifteen local vendors. The space aims to…
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Children’s Museum Launches ‘Fab Lab’ Semiconductor Exhibit
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, in partnership with GlobalFoundries, opened the “Fab Lab” exhibit on July 8, 2026, providing families a hands‑on look at…
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Saratoga Race Course Kicks Off 2026 Season After July 4‑5
The New York Racing Association opened the 2026 Saratoga racing season on July 4‑5, despite heat concerns. The opening‑day card marked the start of the summer…
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NYC Ballet Marks 60 Years at SPAC with Summer Residency
New York City Ballet will present six performances, artist talks, workshops, and family programming at Saratoga Performing Arts Center from July 8‑11, 2026,…