Adirondack Trust Co. donated $10,000 to support three major Saratoga Hospital fundraisers. Those include: the FOX23 News Golf Invitational, held in June, which received $2,500 to benefit the hospital's RN scholarship program; the 31st annual benefit auction in July,...
The Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market
The Ballston Spa Farmers' Market runs Thursdays 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-noon through the end of September in Wiswall Park at the corner of Front Street and Low Street. The market is sponsored by the Ballston Spa Business and...
Whitney Viewing Stand Unveiled; Ready For Use at the Oklahoma Training Track
NYRA President Christoper Kay speaks at the unveiling of the Whitney Viewing Stand, overlooking the Oklahoma Training Track, across from Saratoga Race Course The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) and the Saratoga 150 Committee unveiled on Aug. 1...
NYRA Board Fills Leadership Gap, Names Christopher Kay as Its President and CEO
Christopher Kay is president and CEO of NYRA Christopher Kay was named president and CEO of The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) following unanimous approval by its board of directors at a meeting on June 18. The appointment...
Luxury Apartment Complex to Be Built Along the Hudson River In Mechanicville
The Esplanade on Main Street in Mechanicville, shown in this architect's rendering, will bring 294 luxury apartments to the village when completed in late 2014 By Mark Genovese The Esplanade will not only bring 294 luxury apartments to Main...
Empire State College Bestows Medal Upon Susan Dake, Stewart’s Foundation President
Susan Dake received the Presidential Medal for efforts supporting education. The Presidential Medal, the highest honor awarded by SUNY Empire State College, was presented to Susan Law Dake, president of Stewart's Foundation at the college's Northeast Center 2013 graduation...
Effort Under Way To Have Amtrak Allow Bicycles On Trains Traversing The Region
By Barbara Brewer La Mere Saratoga County, along with others in the region, has scenic bicycle paths that are well used by the many residents who enjoy bicycling for fitness and fun. The paths even link to other counties...
Villa Family Is Back In The Pizza Business With New Location At 223 Lake Avenue
Barney Villa is back in the pizza business with Barney's Pizza on Lake Ave, displaying one of his creations with daughter Tina Villa, who manages the business By Brittany Svoboda With the same family recipes that have been around...
Capital-Saratoga Region Is Among Sites Agreed Upon By NY State To Get A Casino
State government leaders have an agreement on the casino gambling issue that could pave the way for Saratoga County being one of four places where a state-sanctioned casino will be established and operated. On June 19, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo,...
Annual 5K Race Goes Thru GlobalFoundries
The Malta Business and Professional Association will host its fourth annual 5K road race on Saturday, Sept. 7, starting at 8:30 a.m. in Malta's two technology parks: NYSERDA's Saratoga Technology and Energy Park and Luther Forest Technology Campus. With...