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Business for Good Gives $20,000 to Pitney Meadows Farm
The Business for Good Foundation donated $20,000 to Pitney Meadows Community Farm to expand its Food as Medicine program and aid economic mobility for…
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Mt. Merino Road Stays Closed After Late July Storm
Mt. Merino Road in Greenport stays closed after late July 2026 rains due to safety concerns and storm damage.
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Saratoga Book Festival Begins Downtown Oct. 1
The sixth annual Saratoga Book Festival kicked off downtown on October 1, featuring free author talks, readings and youth programs to promote literacy and…
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Guided Walk Showcases Historic Kit Houses Sunday
A guided walk on October 4 will highlight historic mail‑order kit houses on East and Pinewood Avenues, organized by the preservation foundation and Madison C.…
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Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet Adds New Fall Daytime Classes
Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet will begin eight new daytime classes for younger children and homeschoolers on Oct. 22, 2026, to increase dance access for the…
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Local Judo Athletes Earn Spots for World Championships in Baku
Ari Berliner and Melissa Myers qualified for the World Judo Championships in Baku via national events. They will train in Saratoga Springs ahead of the October…
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Engelke Farm Showcases Apple Cider Donut on Regional Tour
Engelke Farm displayed its signature apple cider donut on the Capital Region tour on Oct. 1, 2026, to promote local food tourism.
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Albany Mayor Proposes 15% Property Tax Hike for 2027
Mayor Dorcey Applrs proposes a 15% property tax hike to address an expected $55 million deficit in Albany’s 2027 budget.
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Highmark Blue Shield Gives $825K to Six Capital Region Nonprofits
Highmark Blue Shield awarded $825,000 to six regional nonprofits in the Capital Region to fund community health programs.
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Saratoga Springs Plans Permanent Winter Homeless Shelter
Saratoga Springs officials will construct a permanent winter shelter for the homeless, with the groundbreaking date pending. The facility aims to provide a…
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Altamont Vineyard Shows Autumn Bourbon‑Barrel Cocktail
Altamont Vineyard & Winery demonstrated a bourbon‑barrel wine cocktail for autumn on a CRL studio lifestyle segment in September 2026.
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Gai Chicken & Rice Launches Third Capital Region Spot
Gai Chicken & Rice debuted its third Capital Region restaurant in Albany's Empire State Plaza food court in September 2026, expanding local dining options.
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October Card‑Gaming Shows Scheduled Across Capital Region
Several hobbyist card‑gaming shows will take place in the Capital Region in October 2026, offering entertainment for local gaming fans.
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Brookside Museum Hosts Fall BBQ Oct. 2
Brookside Museum and the Saratoga County History Center will host a backyard barbecue on Oct. 2, featuring chicken, pulled pork and brisket, with admission…
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Rotterdam Inherits $1.4 Million Budget Deficit
Rotterdam faces a $1.4 million budget deficit in 2026, creating fiscal challenges for the town.
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Local High‑School Football Players Nominated for Heart of a Giant Award
Jesse Fortino and Jackson Rosato were nominated for the USA Football Heart of a Giant Award in September 2026 for their work ethic and passion. The nomination…
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FutureWorks Commission Studies AI Impact on New York Jobs
FutureWorks commission started a 2026 study in New York to examine AI’s effect on jobs, training, and business, seeking to guide policy and aid workers.
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Saratoga Central Catholic Saints Extend Winning Streak to Seven
The Saints have achieved a seven‑game winning streak, improving to a 7‑1 record midway through the 2026 season, highlighting their strong league performance.
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Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month Promotes Early Detection in NY
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September 2026 highlights over 12,000 annual deaths and 21,000 cases in New York, urging early detection and education. The…
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DA and Sheriff Host Animal Adoption Clinic Oct. 24
District Attorney Brett Eby and Sheriff Jeff Brown will hold an adoption clinic on Oct. 24 to help shelter animals find homes.
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Morning high pressure brings light drizzle, clears by afternoon
A high‑pressure system brings light drizzle to Saratoga Springs this morning, with clouds set to clear by the afternoon.
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SLICFiber Gives Record Gift to Kelly’s Angels
Kelly’s Angels secured its biggest donation ever from SLICFiber on September 29, supporting the charity’s programs in Saratoga Springs.
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Roger Waters Announces New Pink Floyd Production for 2027 Albany Show
Roger Waters announced a new Pink Floyd live production for his 2027 tour, including a performance in Albany, NY, to bring the iconic music to the Capital…
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Gai Chicken & Rice Opens Third Albany Plaza Location
Gai Chicken & Rice opened a new Thai‑inspired street food venue in Albany’s Empire State Plaza food court in September 2026, broadening the plaza’s dining…