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Tang Museum Announces Flaherty Film Seminar Oct 8-10
The Tang Museum at Skidmore College will host a three‑day Flaherty Film Seminar, featuring experimental and documentary screenings, in collaboration with MDOCS…
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Skidmore Launches Well‑Being Concert Series with Somi
Skidmore College launches its Well‑Being concert series on September 27 with Grammy‑nominated singer Somi, offering restorative music for caregivers and those…
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LaSalle School Opens Youth Center in Albany's Pine Hills
LaSalle School’s The Landing at LaSalle opened a youth‑oriented center in Albany’s Pine Hills on September 23, 2026, providing a safe space and resources for…
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Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa Players Nominated for Heart of a Giant Award
Jesse Fortino and Jackson Rosato, high‑school football players from Saratoga Springs and Ballston Spa, were nominated on September 24, 2026 for USA Football’s…
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Saratoga Trail Festival Showcases County Paths Sep 26
The Saratoga Trails Alliance’s Trail Festival on September 26 offers guided hikes and family‑friendly activities across Saratoga County’s trails, promoting…
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Uncharted Boutique Opens First Capital Region Store
Uncharted will open its first Capital Region boutique at Northway Shopping Center in Colonie on Oct. 17, 2026, offering a rotating mix of fashion, accessories…
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DA and Sheriff Host Animal Adoption Clinic Oct. 24
District Attorney Brett Eby and Sheriff Jeff Brown will co‑host an animal adoption clinic on Oct. 24 at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, working with…
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Weekend Guide: Pumpkinfest, Oktoberfest and More in Capital Region
The Capital Region will host a weekend of family‑friendly festivals from September 25‑27, featuring the Saratoga Giant Pumpkinfest and local Oktoberfest…
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Ballston Spa Chocolatier Launches Fundraising Chocolate Bar
Confluence Chocolate in Ballston Spa will sell a special chocolate bar in October 2026, donating part of the proceeds to the To Life! cancer support nonprofit…
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Saratoga High Draws 2-2 with Albany in Suburban Council Match
Saratoga Springs High hosted Albany in a Suburban Council boys’ soccer match on September 24, 2026, ending in a 2-2 tie, illustrating the active role of local…
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Tang Museum to Host Flaherty Film Seminar Oct 8‑10
The Tang Museum at Skidmore College will host experimental and documentary film screenings for the Flaherty Film Seminar from October 8 to 10, 2026, in…
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Saratoga and Ballston Spa Players Nominated for Heart of a Giant Award
Jesse Fortino of Saratoga Springs and Jackson Rosato of Ballston Spa were nominated for the USA Football Heart of a Giant Award during the 2026 season. The…
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Wheatfields Restaurant & Bar to Close After 38 Years
Wheatfields Restaurant & Bar announced on September 23, 2026 that its downtown Saratoga Springs location will close after 38 years of operation, with no final…
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Weekend Guide: Pumpkinfest, Sasquatch Festival and More in Capital Region
The Capital Region will host family‑friendly events, including the Saratoga Giant Pumpkinfest, Whitehall Sasquight Festival and Oktoberfest celebrations, from…
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NY PLAYS Grants $4.6 Million for Capital Region Playgrounds
NY PLAYS is awarding $4.6 million in grants for playground upgrades and new builds across the Capital Region in 2026, aiming to improve youth recreation spaces…
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Skidmore Launches Well‑Being Concert Series Featuring Somi
Skidmore College will debut its Well‑Being Concert series on September 27 with vocalist Somi, targeting caregivers and those in emotionally demanding jobs. The…
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Fall BBQ Pickup at Brookside Museum on Oct. 2
Brookside Museum will sell pre‑ordered backyard barbecue meals for pickup on October 2, offering chicken, pulled pork and beef brisket at $16 or $21 between 3…
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Saratoga Trail Festival Opens Trails to All Ages Sep 26
The Saratoga Trails Alliance will hold Trail Fest on September 26, 2026, offering guided hikes across Saratoga County’s trail system for participants of all…
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New NY Semiconductor Program Offers Free Support to Small Businesses
New York State’s 2026 semiconductor program will offer free assistance to Capital Region small businesses, helping them connect with the growing semiconductor…
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Uncharted Boutique Opens First Capital Region Store in Colonie
Uncharted boutique will open its first Capital Region store at Northway Shopping Center in Colonie on October 17, 2026, expanding retail options in the area.
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Governor Hochul Seeks Disaster Loans for July Flood Victims
Governor Kathy Hochul has asked the SBA for a Physical Disaster Declaration to unlock disaster loans for businesses, nonprofits and homeowners impacted by July…
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County Officials Host Animal Adoption Clinic Oct. 24
County officials and a local family will host an adoption clinic at the Saratoga County Animal Shelter on October 24, 2026, to help shelter animals find homes.
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Brennan Landscaping Rolls Out Robotic Lawn Mowers in Saratoga
Brennan Landscaping unveiled autonomous robotic lawnmowers for Saratoga Springs homeowners in 2026, promoting the technology as a time‑saving alternative to…
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Residents Fear Evictions After Malta Gardens Mobile Home Park Sale
Residents of Malta Gardens Mobile Home Park fear evictions after a recent sale, citing uncertainty over the new owner's plans for the community.