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New York State Police Arrest Hudson Valley Man Twice in Less Than 24 Hours
This guy doesn't seem to take a hint. New York State Police say an Orange County man is facing a slew of charges, including grand larceny. Offcials say it all started with a traffic stop late Sunday night on one of the state's main routes. What transpired over the next...
Fierceness dazzles in Jim Dandy as trainer Todd Pletcher wins race for second straight year
In his first appearance since a disappointing showing at Churchill Downs, Fierceness reminded the racing world just how dominant he can be Saturday night at Saratoga Race Course, winning the Grade 2, $500,000 Jim Dandy Stakes in convincing fashion for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Saratoga Rowing Association’s Kristi Wagner and Lauren O’Connor continue to next rounds of their Paris Olympic journeys
Olympic dreams live on for Saratoga residents Kristi Wagner and Lauren O’Connor. Wagner finished third in the women’s doubles sculls Saturday, advancing to Tuesday’s semifinal. While O’Connor’s quadruple scull team did not qualify for the final, they will compete in the second-chance race (repechage) Monday for a spot in Wednesday’s final.
Give John Kimmel An Assist for Brown's Maiden Win with Chancer McPatrick
SARATIOGA SPRINGS, N.Y.–Give an assist to trainer John Kimmel for fellow conditioner Chad Brown's latest 2-year-old win at Saratoga Race Course. Well, after the seventh race at the Spa was complete Saturday afternoon and Chancer McPatrick (McKinzie) was getting his picture taken, it was rival trainers Kimmel and Brown who were huddled together. They shared some laughs and a handshake.
Kentucky Oaks winner, Thorpedo Anna, to run against the boys in Travers Stakes
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (WKYT) - Kentucky Oaks winner Thorpedo Anna will race against the boys in the (G1) Travers Stakes in August. Her trainer, Lexington-based Kenny McPeek, made that announcement on Saturday. McPeek said his filly will help bring attention to the sport. “I’m a big believer that the sport...
Saratoga Notebook, Presented by NYRA Bets: It's Post Time for Russell in Whitney Stakes
SARATOGA SPINGS, N.Y. – It's 'Post Time' for the 97th running of the $1-million GI Whitney Stakes. Well, actually, the race is still a week away, but if you are trainer Brittany Russell, you're darn right it's Post Time. As in Post Time (Frosted), the 4-year-old colt that will...
$1000 Checks Coming To Residents In New York?
Soon New Yorkers will be running out to grab the mail. According to their website, The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance will mail out STAR rebate checks over the next several months. The School Tax Relief program or STAR program offers property tax relief to eligible New...
Is climate change behind our increase in tornadoes?
SYRACUSE, NY (WSYR-TV) – New York State has experienced a record number of tornadoes in the month of July. As of July 26, there have been 22 confirmed tornadoes, more than any other July since accurate tornado records started in 1951. Is climate change at play in this year’s...
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival’s New Sustainable Home
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (HVSF) has received final approval for its new site plan, marking a significant milestone. Designed by Studio Gang, the new campus in Garrison, NY, will feature the United States' first purpose-built LEED Platinum theater. This new venue emphasizes sustainability, with the 98-acre campus gifted by philanthropist Chris Davis focusing on green space and rewilding.
'Veteran' Simulate Shows the Way in Saratoga Maiden Special
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – A pinch of seasoning produced a maiden-breaking recipe for Simulate (Kitten's Joy) Saturday in the opener at Saratoga Race Course. Making his second career start for Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, Simulate was in front from gate to wire on the inner turf course to win the $100,000 maiden special weight for 2-year-olds by a head over State's Rights (Constitution). The son of Camou (War Front), a half-sister to GI winner Lea, completed the 1 1/16 miles contest in 1:45.46. He paid $19.60 as the 8-1 fourth choice in the field of 10.
A Blisteringly Active Month for New York State Law Enforcement
No one can say for sure what it was, maybe it was the seemingly the never-ending heat wave combined with overwhelming humidity or maybe it was some other extemporaneous factors, but the point remains that the month of July while not technically not over yet, was a wildly active month for members of New York State's law enforcement.
Mahaney Best On Stan Da’ Man Night At Albany-Saratoga
MALTA, NY – Mike Mahaney has had a lot of frustrating nights at Albany-Saratoga Speedway this season. Friday wasn’t one of them. On a night when everything was decent, from his race car to his starting position, Mahaney ended it in spectacular fashion, chalking up his first victory of the season in the 32-lap modified feature that highlighted the annual Stan Da’ Man Night at the historic Malta track.
Saratoga Picks | Bowling Green Stakes 2024
Godolphin’s Silver Knott will look to run his win streak to three in Sunday’s Grade 2, $250,000 Bowling Green, an 11-furlong inner turf test for older horses, at Saratoga Race Course. The Bowling Green is slated as Race 9 on Sunday’s 10-race card. First post is 1:10 p.m....
Carnegie Deli Opens Pop-Up Location At Saratoga Race Course
For the third year in a row, Carnegie Deli – a Madison Square Garden staple since 2011 – opened a pop-up location in Saratoga County, at the historic Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, on Saturday, July 13, just in time for horse racing season. Perched up in...
Popular Downtown Saratoga Bar is for Sale
The famous Saratoga City Tavern located in the heart of the party district could be yours. The five story building, which also offers a rooftop bar overlooking the city, is up for sale. Asking price is $4.9 million. The 7,700 square foot building includes two kitchens, the Boom Boom Room...
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