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CulinaryArts@SPAC kicked off its Fall Series on October 1 with a farm‑to‑table dinner at Saratoga Spa State Park, featuring local chefs and Vermont farms cooking over open flames to celebrate the autumn harvest.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the start of deer hunting season at Saratoga Spa State Park on September 5, 2026, highlighting its role in wildlife management as fall arrives.
Tang Dumplings will open on September 5, 2026, at 46 Marion Avenue, taking over the former Smashburger space and adding a new dumpling restaurant to Saratoga Springs' downtown plaza.
The 17th annual Malta 5K will run on September 12 at TEC‑SMART in Malta, NY, with registration fees of $35/$40 and $20 for youth and seniors, directing all proceeds to local nonprofits. The family‑friendly race draws participants from the region to support community charities.
Developers have proposed a mixed‑use project of eight single‑family homes and a four‑story building next to the Saratoga Race Course, now under review by city officials. The plan aims to add housing and commercial space while addressing local planning considerations.
Saratoga Springs residents have petitioned to end the city’s license‑plate reader contract with Flock Safety, citing privacy worries, while officials cite the technology’s role in solving a homicide.
The Saratoga Giant Pumpkinfest returns on September 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the City Center parking garage, offering free pumpkin-themed activities and vendor displays for families in downtown Saratoga Springs.
An Albany resident became the first New York winner of the Millionaire For Life top prize, as confirmed by the state lottery in 2026. The award marks a milestone for the game’s lifetime payment structure.
Two tornadoes, rated EF‑1 and EF‑0, struck Wilton, New York on August 27, 2026, damaging homes and other properties. The event follows a recent tornado outbreak in a nearby town, highlighting ongoing severe weather in the area.
Snowman Ice Cream in Saratoga Springs received a New York State historic designation on September 4, 2026, honoring its more than 70 years of service to the Capital Region.
Tang Dumplings is set to open in the former Smashburger space at 46 Marion Avenue in Saratoga Springs this fall, expanding downtown dining options with a dedicated dumpling menu.
Chef Noah Frese’s $325 Golden Boy burger, New York’s costliest, sold over 100 units this summer at Siro’s in Saratoga Springs, highlighting the restaurant’s culinary creativity and gaining local food spotlight coverage.
The Malta 5K road race returns on September 12, 2026, at TEC‑SMART in Malta, NY, with proceeds benefiting local charities.
An Albany 11‑year‑old has created a scholarship at Excelsior University to aid first‑generation college students in the Capital Region, exemplifying youth‑led philanthropy in 2026.
Seasonal food vendors in Saratoga Springs and the Capital Region are closing for the year as September’s shorter days and cooler temperatures signal the end of the summer season. The annual shutdown follows a predictable pattern that prepares operators for a return in spring.
Saratoga Springs residents are demanding the city end its license‑plate camera contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns, while Public Safety Commissioner Tim Coll defends the system's crime‑solving impact.
A developer has proposed a 168‑unit affordable housing complex in Ballston Spa to serve local workers such as librarians, restaurant staff and police officers, as part of a regional effort to expand workforce housing.
The Great Pumpkin Challenge 5K, 10K and Kids Fun Run will be held on September 26 at Columbia Pavilion in Saratoga Spa State Park, raising funds and awareness for Saratoga Bridges. The family‑ and wheeled‑friendly event offers multiple distances and aims to engage the community in support of local infrastructure improvements.
Developers have proposed a 168‑unit workforce housing complex on a brownfield site in Ballston Spa, requiring a special permit and prompting mixed reactions from local residents.
The Franklin Community Center will host its second Fall Affair fundraiser on September 17 at the Saratoga Casino Hotel, featuring food, drinks, live entertainment and a silent auction to support community programs.
