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With honor and dignity: Patriot Guard Riders final salute to deceased veterans

12 hrs ago

CAPITAL REGION — On a brisk morning Saturday, a couple dozen Patriot Guard Riders placed American flags on the gravesites of veterans in section eight of the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery for Memorial Day. Read MoreWith honor and dignity: Patriot Guard Riders final salute to deceased veterans

Photos: Patriot Guard Riders and supports place flags at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetary

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Members of the Patriot Guard Riders New York State at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery Saturday, May 24, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Patriot Guard Riders and supports place flags at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetary

Photos: Memorial Day ceremony at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga Naitonal Cemetery

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The Memorial Day Ceremony at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery Saturday, May 24, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Memorial Day ceremony at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga Naitonal Cemetery

Photos: Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade

13 hrs ago

BALLSTON SPA - The annual Memorial Day parade on Milton Road in Ballston Spa Saturday, May 24, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade

Mohonasen baseball gets past Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake in Section 2 Class AA quarterfinals

12 hrs ago

ROTTERDAM — The Mohonasen baseball team played a combination of small ball and stall ball on Saturday. Read MoreMohonasen baseball gets past Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake in Section 2 Class AA quarterfinals

Scotia-Glenville baseball defeats Cohoes in Section 2 Class A quarterfinal

12 hrs ago

SCOTIA — A single run was all it took for the Scotia-Glenville baseball team in a 1-0 win over Cohoes in a Section 2 Class A quarterfinal contest on Saturday. Read MoreScotia-Glenville baseball defeats Cohoes in Section 2 Class A quarterfinal

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Scotia-Glenville baseball defeats Cohoes in Section 2 Class A quarterfinal

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Family Treatment Court transforming lives in Schenectady County

18 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — Alexis Welch was battling opioid addiction when she lost custody of her three children in late 2022. Read MoreFamily Treatment Court transforming lives in Schenectady County

Niskayuna wins silver, Augustine Classical Academy rows to two medals at nationals

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The Niskayuna Rowing girls' freshman quad of Caroline Adams, Lara Ozkan, Violet Danko and Joelene Zheng rowed to a silver medal Saturday afternoon at the Scholastic Rowing Association of Ameri… Read MoreNiskayuna wins silver, Augustine Classical Academy rows to two medals at nationals

Niskayuna native to be inducted into Army Ranger Hall of Fame

21 hrs ago

Niskayuna Army veteran Robert Foti is set to be inducted into the Georgia-based U.S. Army Ranger Hall of Fame in June. Read MoreNiskayuna native to be inducted into Army Ranger Hall of Fame

New 168-apartment complex proposed in Ballston Spa

21 hrs ago

BALLSTON SPA — A community information session was held Wednesday at Malta Avenue Elementary School highlighting a proposed multi-story complex in Ballston Spa featuring 168 new apartments. Read MoreNew 168-apartment complex proposed in Ballston Spa

Opera Saratoga set to stage two new operas

14 hrs ago

Opera Saratoga will take an adventurous step over the next few weeks by staging two new operas — one of them in an unconventional setting. Read MoreOpera Saratoga set to stage two new operas

Local Events

Bite-Sized - A spotlight on local food and restaurant news

Market 32, Price Chopper join DoorDash - Bite-Sized

May 22, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreMarket 32, Price Chopper join DoorDash - Bite-Sized

New Jersey Mike's Subs to open in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

May 21, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreNew Jersey Mike's Subs to open in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

Robb's Topp Doggs to open in Rotterdam's Via Port - Bite-Sized

May 16, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreRobb's Topp Doggs to open in Rotterdam's Via Port - Bite-Sized

Cardona's Market to celebrate 80 years - Bite-Sized

May 14, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreCardona's Market to celebrate 80 years - Bite-Sized

Photos: Cardona's Market, Saratoga Springs 2024

May 14, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS - From July 2024, Cardona's Market celebrating its reopening after a renovation project in Saratoga Springs. Read MorePhotos: Cardona's Market, Saratoga Springs 2024

New bakery Pretty Bake Shop at Via Port in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

May 13, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreNew bakery Pretty Bake Shop at Via Port in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

Restaurant owners advocate for credit card fee bill - Bite-Sized

May 7, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreRestaurant owners advocate for credit card fee bill - Bite-Sized

Clifton Park's Ravenswood on the market - Bite-Sized

May 5, 2025

CLIFTON PARK — The popular Route 146 restaurant Ravenswood Pub is on the market. Read MoreClifton Park's Ravenswood on the market - Bite-Sized

Market 32 and Price Chopper raising funds for food banks - Bite-Sized

May 2, 2025

SCHENECTADY — This month and next, Market 32 and Price Chopper are collecting donations to help provide local food banks with the means to purchase milk and other staples for families facing f… Read MoreMarket 32 and Price Chopper raising funds for food banks - Bite-Sized

Albany's Nine Pin Ciderworks to host Wild Cider Cup - Bite-Sized

May 2, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreAlbany's Nine Pin Ciderworks to host Wild Cider Cup - Bite-Sized

Stewart's Shops renames Mint Cookie Crumble for Belmont - Bite-Sized

Apr 30, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreStewart's Shops renames Mint Cookie Crumble for Belmont - Bite-Sized

MasterChef Live! to head to Schenectady - Bite-Sized

Apr 30, 2025

SCHENECTADY — MasterChef All-Stars Live!, a new stage show featuring winners and fan favorites from the FOX competition series, “MasterChef,” will head to Proctors in September. Read MoreMasterChef Live! to head to Schenectady - Bite-Sized

Sports

Niskayuna baseball defeats Averill Park in Class AA quarterfinals — Saturday's Section 2 tournament scores

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Alex Kerr and Christian LaFleche each had two hits and two RBIs Saturday to lead Niskayuna to a 5-2 victory over Averill Park in the Section 2 Class AA baseball tournament quarterfinals. Becke… Read MoreNiskayuna baseball defeats Averill Park in Class AA quarterfinals — Saturday's Section 2 tournament scores

As 2025 Belmont Stakes takes shape, the 2024 Belmont horses have gone their separate ways

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Horses who might run in the second-ever Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on June 7 are already starting to converge at the track. Read MoreAs 2025 Belmont Stakes takes shape, the 2024 Belmont horses have gone their separate ways

Mabee captures second NENY PGA Stroke Play Championship — Down The Fairway

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Country Club of Pittsfield head pro Eric Mabee doesn’t play as often as his NENY PGA colleagues in the weekly events, but when the majors pop up on the schedule, he has proven to be a force to… Read MoreMabee captures second NENY PGA Stroke Play Championship — Down The Fairway

Shenendehowa girls' flag football comeback falls short against Albany in Section 2 Class A final

May 23, 2025

TROY — The Shenendehowa girls’ flag football team was one play away Friday, losing 38-31 to top-seeded Albany in the Section 2 Class A final. Read MoreShenendehowa girls' flag football comeback falls short against Albany in Section 2 Class A final

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Mohonasen baseball gets past Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake in Section 2 Class AA quarterfinals

12 hrs ago

Scotia-Glenville baseball defeats Cohoes in Section 2 Class A quarterfinal

12 hrs ago

Niskayuna wins silver, Augustine Classical Academy rows to two medals at nationals

12 hrs ago

The Niskayuna Rowing girls' freshman quad of Caroline Adams, Lara Ozkan, Violet Danko and Joelene Zheng rowed to a silver medal Saturday afternoon at the Scholastic Rowing Association of America national championship regatta in Pennsauken, New Jersey. The boat finished behind Conestoga while… Read MoreNiskayuna wins silver, Augustine Classical Academy rows to two medals at nationals

Niskayuna baseball defeats Averill Park in Class AA quarterfinals — Saturday's Section 2 tournament scores

10 hrs ago

Alex Kerr and Christian LaFleche each had two hits and two RBIs Saturday to lead Niskayuna to a 5-2 victory over Averill Park in the Section 2 Class AA baseball tournament quarterfinals. Beckett Haughney, Mikey Carlin and Zach Mravlja also had two hits each for Niskayuna. Read MoreNiskayuna baseball defeats Averill Park in Class AA quarterfinals — Saturday's Section 2 tournament scores

Niskayuna sophomore Choudry wins first Section 2 boys' tennis championship

May 23, 2025

SCHENECTADY — The passengers experienced some turbulence on the serve on Friday. Read MoreNiskayuna sophomore Choudry wins first Section 2 boys' tennis championship

Belmont Pop Warner seeking city funding for Schenectady youth football program

May 23, 2025

The Belmont Pop Warner program is seeking city funding, with the group aiming to complement its fundraising efforts with city support. Read MoreBelmont Pop Warner seeking city funding for Schenectady youth football program

Niskayuna, Schuylerville, others take top seeds in Section 2 boys' lacrosse tournament

May 23, 2025

The Foothills Council took three of the four top seeds in the upcoming Section 2 Boys' Lacrosse Tournament, when pairings were released Friday. Read MoreNiskayuna, Schuylerville, others take top seeds in Section 2 boys' lacrosse tournament

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Johnstown to host Memorial Day celebration

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JOHNSTOWN — The City of Johnstown will mark Memorial Day on Monday at Sir William Johnston Park. Read MoreJohnstown to host Memorial Day celebration

Northville school officials look to next steps after failed budget vote

May 23, 2025

NORTHVILLE — Northville school officials are looking to their next steps after the 2025-2026 budget failed to pass on Tuesday. Read MoreNorthville school officials look to next steps after failed budget vote

Fourth of July fireworks show cancelled in Johnstown

May 23, 2025

JOHNSTOWN — The Johnstown Area Community Center has called off its annual Knox Field Fourth of July fireworks extravaganza this year due to a significant increase in the cost of fireworks. Read MoreFourth of July fireworks show cancelled in Johnstown

Feds: Galway man sexually exploited child

May 23, 2025

GALWAY — A Galway man has been arrested, accused of using a 4-year-old child to create child sex abuse material, federal prosecutors said. Read MoreFeds: Galway man sexually exploited child

The Recorder

Former Amsterdam mayor Mario Villa remembered for dedication, determination

May 23, 2025

AMSTERDAM — Mario Villa, the former three-term mayor of Amsterdam who led the city out of a past deficit and remained deeply interested in local finances even after leaving office, died on Wed… Read MoreFormer Amsterdam mayor Mario Villa remembered for dedication, determination

Bakery, brewpub get $1M state grant for Amsterdam paper mill

May 23, 2025

AMSTERDAM — A former Amsterdam paper mill is one step closer to being transformed into a commercial bakery with a brewpub and retail space, following the award of a $1 million state grant. Read MoreBakery, brewpub get $1M state grant for Amsterdam paper mill

Amsterdam begins demolition of collapsing building of Lower Mill complex

May 22, 2025

AMSTERDAM — The emergency demolition of a crumbling former carpet mill on Elk Street got underway on Wednesday. Read MoreAmsterdam begins demolition of collapsing building of Lower Mill complex

Amsterdam seeking bids for vegetation control on city-owned properties

May 21, 2025

AMSTERDAM — Bids are being sought to control vegetation on city-owned properties divided into four zones after a pilot project targeting pre-season cleanups of over 100 unkempt sites across Am… Read MoreAmsterdam seeking bids for vegetation control on city-owned properties

Galleries & Videos

Photos: Patriot Guard Riders and supports place flags at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetary

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Photos: Memorial Day ceremony at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga Naitonal Cemetery

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The Memorial Day Ceremony at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery Saturday, May 24, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Memorial Day ceremony at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga Naitonal Cemetery

Photos: Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade

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BALLSTON SPA - The annual Memorial Day parade on Milton Road in Ballston Spa Saturday, May 24, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade

Photos: Breaking Benjamin perform at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

May 23, 2025

Breaking Benjamin performed in front of a capacity crowd on a chilly evening at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs Friday, May 23, 2025 during its Awaken The Fallen tour headl… Read MorePhotos: Breaking Benjamin perform at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Photos: Staind at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

May 23, 2025

Staind rocked a capacity crowd at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, Friday, May 23, 2025. Touring with Breaking Benjamin on the Awaken the Fallen tour. Read MorePhotos: Staind at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Photos: SUNY Schenectady graduation 2025 (44)

May 22, 2025

SCHENECTADY - The class of 2025 graduated during SUNY Schenectady's 55th commencement at SUNY Schenectady's School of Music Parking Area on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Read MorePhotos: SUNY Schenectady graduation 2025 (44)

Photos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

May 22, 2025

CLIFTON PARK - Niskayuna girls' lacrosse took on Shenendehowa Wednesday, May 22, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

Photos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

May 21, 2025

SCOTIA - The Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day parade took place on Mohawk Avenue in Scotia Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

Photos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

May 21, 2025

BALLSTON SPA - From Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa Read MorePhotos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

Photos: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake softball faces Saratoga Springs

May 21, 2025

BURNT HILLS — The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake softball team held its Breast Cancer Awareness Game on Thursday, May 15, as it concluded the regular season with a Suburban Council matchup against … Read MorePhotos: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake softball faces Saratoga Springs

Photos: Construction at Glenville's Airport Business Park

May 20, 2025

GLENVILLE - Construction underway at 20 and 22 Airport Road in Glenville for P1 Industries. A 65,000 square-foot manufacturing plant and a 25,000-square foot headquarters in Glenville, Sunday,… Read MorePhotos: Construction at Glenville's Airport Business Park

Photos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

May 20, 2025

MOREAU - Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in Moreau. Read MorePhotos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

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Opera Saratoga set to stage two new operas

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Opera Saratoga will take an adventurous step over the next few weeks by staging two new operas — one of them in an unconventional setting. Read MoreOpera Saratoga set to stage two new operas

Dorset Players “Company” offers a very inviting Sondheim classic

May 23, 2025

The Dorset Players winds up its 97th season in fine style with their production of the Stephen Sondheim classic, “Company." Read MoreDorset Players “Company” offers a very inviting Sondheim classic

Photos: Breaking Benjamin perform at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

May 23, 2025

Breaking Benjamin performed in front of a capacity crowd on a chilly evening at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs Friday, May 23, 2025 during its Awaken The Fallen tour headlining the evening that included Staind, Wage War and Lakeview. Read MorePhotos: Breaking Benjamin perform at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Photos: Staind at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

May 23, 2025

Life & Arts

Photos: Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade

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BALLSTON SPA - The annual Memorial Day parade on Milton Road in Ballston Spa Saturday, May 24, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade

Opera Saratoga set to stage two new operas

14 hrs ago

Opera Saratoga will take an adventurous step over the next few weeks by staging two new operas — one of them in an unconventional setting. Read MoreOpera Saratoga set to stage two new operas

Bringing your pet to a public event - Animal Chronicles

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Spring and summer bring many wonderful events to the Capital Region such as the Animal Protection Foundation’s Woofstock Music Festival and 5K Walk/Run on June 1 in Collins Park in Scotia. Read MoreBringing your pet to a public event - Animal Chronicles

Photos: Breaking Benjamin perform at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

May 23, 2025

Breaking Benjamin performed in front of a capacity crowd on a chilly evening at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs Friday, May 23, 2025 during its Awaken The Fallen tour headlining the evening that included Staind, Wage War and Lakeview. Read MorePhotos: Breaking Benjamin perform at Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Food & Drink

Review: Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa offers tasty beers, gourmet pizza – Pint-Sized

May 21, 2025

Walking into the second-floor main bar right away, you get a feel that you're in an inviting space occupied by a friendly crowd. Behind the bar are Maddie and Maddie, two of the regular bartenders. They joke and laugh with their regulars and add to the scene. I introduced myself and asked a … Read MoreReview: Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa offers tasty beers, gourmet pizza – Pint-Sized

Photos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

May 21, 2025

BALLSTON SPA - From Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa Read MorePhotos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

Review: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau, great setting, tasty brews - Pint-Sized

May 20, 2025

Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in the northern Saratoga County town of Moreau is a 25-minute drive from downtown Saratoga Springs — but it’s a different world in terms of relaxed lifestyle and pace. Read MoreReview: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau, great setting, tasty brews - Pint-Sized

Photos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

May 20, 2025

MOREAU - Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in Moreau. Read MorePhotos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

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Opinion

EDITORIAL: School board members have same obligations to public as other elected officials

10 hrs ago

When we think of elected officials or public officials or government officials, we often think of the people serving in municipal governments — counties, towns, cities, villages. Supervisors a… Read MoreEDITORIAL: School board members have same obligations to public as other elected officials

JOHN FIGLIOZZI: Public media, radio and TV belong in our information mix

10 hrs ago

With Republicans in control in Washington, federal budget support for public broadcasting is back on the chopping block. Read MoreJOHN FIGLIOZZI: Public media, radio and TV belong in our information mix

EDITORIAL: It’s boating season. Be aware of laws and safe practices

May 23, 2025

Chances are, the sun will come out eventually. Read MoreEDITORIAL: It’s boating season. Be aware of laws and safe practices

HIGH NOTES: Gifts for vulnerable kids, help for nonprofits, instruments for students

May 22, 2025

In Albany, The Christ Child Society of Albany is supporting area children by delivering layettes for newborns, comfort bags and books for children throughout the Albany Diocese, as far north a… Read MoreHIGH NOTES: Gifts for vulnerable kids, help for nonprofits, instruments for students

EDITORIAL: Learn ethics or let someone else serve

May 21, 2025

We wouldn’t need ethics laws if government officials just avoided situations that obviously represent a conflict of interest. Read MoreEDITORIAL: Learn ethics or let someone else serve