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Saratoga Race Course finished its 2026 season on Labor Day after 50 days of racing, setting a record as the longest meet in its 163‑year history despite a weather‑related cancellation that trimmed one scheduled day.
The Trey Anastasio Band will perform at Albany’s Palace Theatre on November 12, 2026, as part of its Fall 2026 tour, providing a notable live music option for Capital Region fans.
Diesel fuel in the Capital Region rose to $6 per gallon in 2026, up from $3.75 a year earlier, prompting higher prices for food, clothing and furniture. The increase reflects a regional surge that is affecting everyday costs for local consumers.
Adelphi Hotel owners announced plans on September 14, 2026 to build a 90‑room annex in Saratoga Springs, responding to increased tourist demand after a recent renovation.
The City of Saratoga Springs began a street‑lighting upgrade on Caroline Street on September 14, closing the lane between Maple Avenue and Henry Street for at least a week, with work occurring daily from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., affecting drivers in the area.
Shifa Pharmacy provided free flu vaccinations at the Saratoga Senior Center on September 13, 2026, as part of a public‑health effort to increase immunization among seniors and the wider community.
Saratoga County deputies seized 489 pounds of cannabis and arrested two men during a September 15 traffic stop on Northway in Clifton Park, temporarily affecting local traffic.
The Saratoga Springs History Museum will hold its annual Halloween Ghost Tours at the Canfield Casino on Oct. 29, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., continuing a popular autumn tradition that draws tourists.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent answered congressional questions on September 15, 2026 about rising consumer prices and debt, emphasizing the Treasury’s role in addressing inflation and its impact on local cost of living.
Air Force Secretary Troy E. Meink confirmed on September 15, 2026 that the United States has deployed weapons in orbit to counter potential adversary capabilities, marking a public acknowledgment of militarized space assets.
Saratoga Springs residents opposed renewing the city’s license‑plate‑reader camera contract with Flock Safety at a September 12 city council meeting, citing privacy concerns, and the council has left the decision pending for future discussion.
Six‑year‑old pacing mare Whilemena Rita A won the $18,000 Fillies and Mares Open at Saratoga Casino Hotel on September 14, marking her seventh win of the 2026 season.
Saratoga Springs volunteers held park clean‑ups, food drives and a clothing‑making project for premature babies from September 11‑17, marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks through community service.
The Art Club opened a new shop in Schuylerville in June 2026, offering workshops, after‑school programs, and art supplies to meet local demand for a dedicated creative space.
iRun Local will host an inaugural half‑marathon in Saratoga on September 20, 2026, reviving a fall race tradition that has been dormant since the pandemic.
New owners bought the former Springs Motel for $2.2 million and plan a $1 million conversion into a boutique hotel, aiming to revitalize the vacant property and boost local tourism.
Saratoga Spa State Park will hold a limited bow‑ and cross‑bow hunting season from Oct. 13, 2026, to Jan. 1, 2027, issuing 15 lottery‑drawn permits for a 600‑acre area to help manage deer populations.
Bikeatoga’s fourth annual foliage ride will take place in Saratoga County on Oct. 10‑11, offering 30‑, 50‑, and 75‑mile routes to celebrate autumn colors and outdoor recreation.
The Saratoga Springs History Museum will host a one‑night Halloween ghost tour at Canfield Casino on Oct. 29, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., reviving a popular autumn tradition for locals and visitors.
The Saratoga County Board of Elections declined to certify a city charter referendum on September 10, 2026, citing a missed filing deadline and vague amendment language, halting the measure until corrections are made.
