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Bridal Boutique Celebrates New Ownership
Something Bleu Bridal, located at 75 Woodlawn Ave in Saratoga Springs, recently celebrated a change of ownership at a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. New owner Brandi Solomon purchased the bridal boutique this year from Marissa Mackay, who previously bought the business in 2018. Photo provided by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.
Under Consideration:Mural on Ludlow Street
SARATOGA SPRINGS —The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame is seeking concept approval from the city Design Review Board for a mural to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2025. The museum board has selected Saratoga Springs-based artist Celeste Susany for the project and the proposed mural will...
Saratoga Grad Headed to Hall of Fame
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kelsey Chmiel, a 2019 Saratoga Springs High School graduate, will be inducted into the Greater Capital Region Track, Field, and Cross Country Hall of Fame. She was selected in her first year of eligibility. While running for the Blue Streaks, Chmiel captured state and federation championships,...
Jefferson Street Faces 'Rising Star' Duo in Amsterdam
A small, but very select field of five 3-year-old colts is set to face the starter in Friday's $200,000 GII Amsterdam Stakes at Saratoga, a contest in which an argument could be made for each of the entrants. Godolphin's Jefferson Street (Street Sense) broke his maiden by nine lengths as...
Farm Aid Festival Returns to SaratogaWillie Nelson, Neil Young, Dave Matthews at SPAC Sept. 21
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Farm Aid’s annual music and food festival is returning to Saratoga Springs on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Saratoga Performing Arts Center where a full day of music, family farmers, homegrown food and agrarian experiences will be featured alongside several live performances. Slated to appear are...
Saratoga Gets Its Own Pro Basketball Team
SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Spa City will soon be adding a new attraction: a professional basketball team called the Saratoga Racers. The Racers will be part of the American Basketball Association (ABA), a re-launched version of the legendary 1970s league that once featured stars such as “Dr. J” Julius Erving and Moses Malone. Saratoga will compete in the East Region’s White Division, which also includes the Albany 518 Ballers, Buffalo eXtreme, and Hudson Valley Rivermen.
Charity golf tournament brings 150 players together in Kingsbury
Allerdice Hardware, based in Saratoga Springs, held its annual charity golf tournament at Kingsbury National Golf Club. There were 42 teams competing for prizes like grills, smokers and drill sets. Allderdice has been putting on a golf tournament for about 20 years. This year, it supports Kelly’s Angels, the Capital...
Legendary Business in the Adirondacks Closing for Good After This Season
It's better late than never that we deliver truly devastating news about a legendary longtime business that will be closing after their season is done. This business has been a staple in the Adirondacks between Old Forge and Inlet for years and pretty soon it will be no more. You...
Small Adirondack community rallies to change racist hill name
Name-change petition circulates for renaming hill in Franklin County after historic Black settlers. Earlier this month in the small Adirondack community of Bloomingdale, several dozen people packed the Hex and Hop Brewery’s wooden picnic tables to participate in a crusade. They listened to a presentation on the history of...
73-year-old Queensbury man accused of smuggling drugs into jail
WASHINGTON COUNTY, N.Y. (WRGB) — A 73-year-old Queensbury man is accused of introducing narcotics into the correctional facility. According to the Washington County sheriff's office, an investigation determined that Keith D. Powell introduced narcotics into Washington County Jail during his visit there on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Powell was...
CONFIRMED: Tornado in Fulton County, Watch the Chilling Video
New York has seen a record breaking number of tornadoes this summer. Video below from NewsChannel 13's Amsterdam camera shows the funnel cloud forming in the skies minutes before a tornado touched down in Broadalbin on Wednesday. Although weak, the National Weather Service confirmed an EF-0 did touch down at...
NWS: Tornado touched down in Broadalbin
The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down Wednesday in Fulton County. The EF0 touched down in Broadalbin at 4:41 p.m. in the backyard of Cerrero’s Cuts on Route 29. It traveled across the road and impacted a residence on the north side of the highway. It knocked down a few tree limbs and uprooted two limbs, according to NWS.
Wingstop sets opening date for new Capital Region location
Wingstop, a national chicken wing chain, is soon opening its second location in the Capital Region. The new location, which has a Troy address but is located within the town of Brunswick, is projected to open on Monday, July 29.
Bethlehem plans Delaware Avenue revamp to enhance safety and reduce speeds
Project Overview and Goals Detailed by Planning Director Rob Leslie; Key Features Include Lane Modifications and Pedestrian Safety Enhancements The post Bethlehem plans Delaware Avenue revamp to enhance safety and reduce speeds first appeared on Spotlight News.
Another Tornado Touched Down In New York State
The month of July has been a record month for tornados in New York State and another one was confirmed to have touched down earlier this week. The National Weather Service in Buffalo confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down near Orwell, New York. This was the 20th tornado to be confirmed in New York State this month.
Virus Spread By Deadly Creature Confirmed In Upstate New York, HV
Several counties in New York State are confirming a virus spread by the "world's deadliest' creature. In late June, the Rockland County Department Of Health confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus for the first time in 2024. West Nile Virus Confirmed In Rockland County, New York. The infected mosquitoes...
Accused Salman Rushdie Stabber Also Charged with Support for Hezbollah
From a Justice Department press release; Matar is also awaiting trial for attempted murder in New York state court: A grand jury returned a three-count indictment charging Hadi Matar, 26, of Fairview, New Jersey, with attempting to provide material support to Hizbollah, a designated foreign terrorist organization, engaging in an act of terrorism transcending national…
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