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City Installs New Cashless Collection Boxes To Aid Homeless
SARATOGA SPRINGS —Following an effort initiated in 2016, the first of six new collection boxes encouraging the public to contribute to local agencies who help those who are homeless, was installed Aug. 23. “Originally we had 12, but after they were installed in 2016, they got broken into because...
Broadalbin-Perth welcomes new teachers to the district
Every year, new teachers at Broadalbin-Perth are partnered with a veteran teacher who serves as their mentor for their first year in the district. Recently, B-P's newest teachers attended two days of training with their mentors, where they learned about the district's expectations, how to use available resources, and heard from key district office staff and leaders from the Broadalbin-Perth Teachers' Association.
Saratoga Turns Out to Honor Hendrickson Legacy
If you didn't know better, you'd have thought that the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame was throwing a huge party, and that's exactly how John Hendrickson would have wanted it. Hendrickson died unexpectedly in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Aug. 19 after suffering cardiac arrest. He was 59 years...
Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: Aug. 30-Sept. 1
The weekend is almost here! From fairs the Capital District Scottish Games to the last weekend of racing at Saratoga Race Course for the 2024 season, there are quite a few things happening on August 30, August 31, and September 1.
Adelphi Hotel Residences Officially Open
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Adelphi Hotel held a ribbon cutting ceremony last week to celebrate the opening of the hotel’s new luxury residences. State Senator Jim Tedisco, Saratoga Springs Finance Commissioner Minita Sanghvi, Mayor John Safford, and members of the Shannon McCarthy Realty Team were on hand to mark the occasion.
August 30 – September 5, 2024
This community event is a heartfelt gesture to recognize and celebrate the unwavering dedication and service of Halfmoon’s first responders. Complimentary food and beverages, including hamburgers and hot dogs, will be provided as a token of the Town’s immense gratitude. Families of Halfmoon’s first responders are also welcome to attend this complimentary event. Saturday, September 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Halfmoon Outdoor Pavilion (near the Senior Center), 2 Halfmoon Town Plaza, Halfmoon.
Live Around The 518: Schenectady’s history includes many people who gained big fame
Around 158,000 people live in Schenectady County. A lot of notable people have come from there or passed through. America’s 21st president, Chester Arthur, graduated from Union College in 1848. He served as president from 1881 through 1885, succeeding President James Garfield after his assassination. Former President Jimmy Carter...
Schenectady wraps summer food program, planning for fall
After ten weeks of delivering fresh food, the Schenectady City School District had its final drive of the summer. NEWS10's Anthony Krolikowski rode along on the Farm to Family Wheels truck to visit some of the local stops.
Discovering Saratoga: NYRA Leg Up program
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Since 2023, the NYRA LEG UP program has been providing young adults (13+) with an educational and interactive experience at a thoroughbred race track. The opportunity allows them to learn about the sport, industry and various job opportunities available. Since August 2024, 52 young people have experienced the program and […]
Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center announces 2024 lecture series
The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center and the Saratoga Springs Public Library are set to start their new Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series. The 2024 series is designed to highlight different parts of the city's history, culture and traditions.
Discover Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library’s New Sensory Sanctuary
Exciting news for the Clifton Park-Halfmoon community! The library has just unveiled its brand-new sensory room, and it’s already creating a buzz. During a vibrant ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, the library celebrated the opening of this innovative space designed to provide a calming and stimulating environment for individuals of all ages. Conveniently located on the ground floor near the library elevator, the sensory room offers a range of interactive and therapeutic features aimed at enhancing sensory experiences and promoting relaxation.
On-Call Legal Bills and Minita Sanghvi’s Magical Thinking
At the August 20, 2024, Saratoga Springs City Council meeting, Accounts Commissioner Dillon Moran presented the Department of Public Works agenda as the Commissioner of Public Works position is now vacant with the departure of Jason Golub for a position with the State of New York. I’m not sure exactly why Moran is playing this role. Nevertheless, Moran was the one to move the item on the Public Works agenda for the city to pay the attorney fees of Jason Golub and his former Executive Assistant Brooke Van Buskirk. They had incurred the fees using Oscar Schreiber as their counsel for interviews by the New York State Police regarding the ongoing criminal investigation into the on-call scandal.
Brown Bag Lunch Series In Saratoga
The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center and the Saratoga Springs Public Library are set to start their new Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series. The 2024 series is designed to highlight different parts of the city’s history, culture and traditions. WTEN reports with four lectures this season, each program will begin at noon at the ... Read more.
Prenatal Education Series Launches in Saratoga
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Parent Collective, a prenatal education series, has announced that it will launch next month in Saratoga Springs. Classes will be hosted at Broadway Coffee Co. “There really aren’t many alternatives to the hospital-based childbirth education classes in this area,” said Christine Hernandez, the owner of...
Saratoga Springs Finance Commissioner Sanghvi outlines differences with Tedisco in New York State Senate Race
Democrat Minita Sanghvi is in her second term as Saratoga Springs’ Finance Commissioner. But as the fall elections approach, she’s hoping to win a seat in the New York state Senate. Sanghvi hopes to unseat longtime Republican Senator Jim Tedisco of the 44th district. In an interview with...
New road safety technology coming to Colonie, Guilderland, Clifton Park
Colonie, Guilderland and Clifton Park EMS will bring in a new technology to help save more lives across the state. Colonie EMS said they want to reduce the chances of fatal accidents on all roadways.
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