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Kim’s Place Launches New Pizzeria and Deli in Ballston Spa
Kim’s Place opened a pizzeria and deli in Ballston Spa on August 12, 2026, adding fresh dining choices for locals and visitors and expanding the village’s…
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Wilton Man Charged Over Fake Youth Basketball Team
A Wilton man was arrested on August 13, 2026, for allegedly collecting hundreds of dollars from parents for a youth basketball team that never existed, part of…
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Supercars in the Park Arrives at Saratoga Automobile Museum
The Saratoga Automobile Museum will host a morning exhibition called “Supercars in the Park” on Saturday, showcasing high‑performance vehicles to celebrate…
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Saratoga Rowers Medal at U19 World Championships
Olivia Lill and Parker Mansfield of the Saratoga Rowing Association earned a bronze medal in the mixed eight and helped secure additional U19 World…
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Ballston Spa Market Holds Second Annual Peach Festival
The Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market’s second annual Peach Festival will take place on August 15, 2026, at Wiswall Park, featuring peach‑themed food and drinks to…
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Saratoga Springs Police Increase Crackdown on Unlicensed Taxis
Saratoga Springs police and code enforcement began intensified actions against unlicensed taxi and rideshare operators on August 13, responding to numerous…
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Saratoga Sale Sets New Record with $118 Million in Sales
The 105th Saratoga Sale, run by Fasig‑Tipton on August 13, achieved a record $118.2 million in gross sales, driven by demand for 35 yearlings and 25 premium…
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LongHorn Steakhouse Opens Second Capital Region Spot in Wilton
LongHorn Steakhouse opened its second Capital Region restaurant in Wilton on August 14, 2026, repurposing the former TGI Fridays building to meet rising local…
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Beloved Saratoga Springs Pizzeria Closes, Recipes Preserved
A longtime Saratoga Springs pizzeria is closing on August 14, 2026 due to a business decision, but the owners are preserving its recipes for potential future…
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Capital Region Weekend Events Guide Aug 14‑16
Regional organizers present a weekend guide featuring the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair, Harbor Jam, and Troy Pig Out, highlighting family‑friendly and…
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Capital Region's Third Annual Comedy Competition Returns This Fall
The Capital Region’s third annual comedy competition will run from September to October 2026 across Saratoga venues, organized by local comedy leaders to…
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Supercars in the Park Arrives at Saratoga Museum Saturday
The Saratoga Automobile Museum will host the “Supercars in the Park” exhibition on August 15, featuring exotic high‑performance cars in a family‑friendly…
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Ballston Spa Peach Festival Returns Saturday at Wiswall Park
The Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market is holding its second‑annual Peach Festival on August 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wiswall Park, featuring peach‑themed foods…
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Three Drivers Cited for Unlicensed Taxi Service
Saratoga Springs police cited three drivers in August 2026 for providing taxi‑like services without the required licenses, responding to summer‑season…
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Buttah Captures John Morrissey Stakes at Saratoga
Buttah, a four‑year‑old gray colt, won the John Morrissey Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on August 13, marking its fifth career victory. The triumph adds to…
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Record‑Breaking $118 Million Gross at 105th Saratoga Sale
Fasig‑Tipton’s 105th Saratoga Sale in August 2026 generated $118.2 million in gross sales, including 35 yearlings sold for seven‑figure prices. The result…
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New Mural Celebrates Conservation at Galway Nature Preserve
Community volunteers, Saratoga Arts, and the Saratoga PLAN stewardship center unveiled a grant‑funded mural at Galway Nature Preserve on August 11, 2026,…
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Saratoga Rowers Bring Home Bronze and Silver from U19 Worlds
Olivia Lill and Parker Mansfield of Saratoga Rowing Association earned bronze in the mixed eight and silver medals for the USA at the U19 World Championships…
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Harness Track Installs 350 Smoke Detectors After Fatal Barn Fire
Saratoga Harness Track is adding 350 smoke detectors throughout its barns in August 2026 to improve fire safety after a fatal June fire. The upgrade seeks to…
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Saratoga County Forms 53‑Member Child Safety Commission
Saratoga County District Attorney Brett Eby announced a 53‑member Child Safety Review Commission on August 12, 2026, uniting law‑enforcement, educators, faith…
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Saratoga Springs Steps Up Against Unlicensed Taxi Services
Saratoga Springs Public Safety and Code Enforcement announced a heightened crackdown on unlicensed taxi and rideshare drivers after resident complaints,…
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Edison Club Celebrates 100 Years of Golf in Rexford
The Edison Club in Rexford will celebrate its 100th anniversary on August 21, 2026, honoring a century of golf and community involvement since the course’s…
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Veronica Roth to Host Virtual Talks at Capital Region Libraries
Bestselling author Veronica Roth will deliver virtual talks at several Capital Region public libraries in fall 2026 as part of her author tour, aiming to…
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Saratoga Bridges Raises Over $60,000 at Golf Classic
Saratoga Bridges' 23rd Annual J. Michael Fitzgibbons Memorial Golf Classic raised over $60,000 on July 27 at McGregor Links Country Club, funding programs for…