Just like rotary phones, pay phones, and the ubiquitous use of household landlines, collectively referring to our corner of the world as “The 518” is coming to an end. That’s right folks – we’ve finally outgrown the 518! A second area code is being added to our region — here’s how and when this...
Fall Festivals, Activities & Early Halloween Events in the Capital Region This Weekend
The days are getting shorter and the nights longer – fall is officially here! Get in the mood this season with fall festivals, fall activities, and early Halloween events. Fun with Fall Festivals 11th Annual Upper Union Street Harvest Fest & Art Show Saturday, October 1st Upper Union Street in Schenectady holds this fall festival...
Gourmet Coffee Shop Uncommon Grounds Expanding to Clifton Park
Uncommon Grounds, a popular coffee and bagel shop with locations in Saratoga and Albany, is opening another location in Clifton Park. The new shop will be opening in the former Starbucks location in the Village Plaza, where owner Dan Murphy has signed a 10-year lease. The new location is expected to open in February...
7 Capital Region Festivals, Car Shows & More For The First Weekend of Fall
Some of the most popular and family-friendly Capital Region events are happening this weekend – and you won’t want to miss them! There will be great music, amazing food, giant pumpkins, beautiful balloons, vintage vehicles and much more in store for you to enjoy. Fantastic Festivals LarkFest Saturday, September 24 Upstate New York’s largest...
9 Fun-Filled Capital Region Events This Weekend: Sep 16 – 18
Clifton Park’s annual Farm Fest is back this weekend! Check out the details here, along with eight other awesome events going on in the Capital Region. Festival Fun 2016 Irish 2000 Festival Friday, September 16 to Saturday, September 17 One of the largest Irish music festivals returns to the Saratoga County fairgrounds in Ballston...
11 Awesome Capital Region Events to Check Out This Weekend: Sep 9 – 11
It’s going to be an event-filled weekend in the Capital Region – between 5ks, festivals, and car shows you’ll certainly have your pick of what to check out! Fun with 5ks 2016 Insane Inflatable 5k Run Saturday, September 10 The Insane Inflatable 5k is back! Happening right at Ellms Family Farm in Ballston Spa this...
Essential Trail Being Reconstructed in Clifton Park and Halfmoon
A neglected trail that will link up Clifton Park and Halfmoon is being brought back to life. The renovation will lengthen the 4.4-mile Vischer Ferry Nature Preserve by a 10th of a mile – while that may not seem like much, it’s actually an extensive and necessary project. Not only will hikers be excited about this...
Amazing Dog Trainer Opening Upstate Canine Academy in Clifton Park
He’s rehabilitated dogs when multiple other trainers couldn’t. He’s saved dogs’ lives when they were about to be put down. He connects with these animals in a profound way most people can’t. We have our very own dog whisperer, right in Clifton Park. Whether you have a dog who is in need of some serious love or...
Clifton Park’s Peter MacArthur Will Return to the Adirondack Thunder
The Adirondack Thunder’s Opening Day is next month, and during this off-season, the hockey team has continued to sign players and bolster its 2016-17 roster. Recently, it was announced Clifton Park’s very own Peter MacArthur has re-signed with the Adirondack Thunder to captain the team for a second season! Photo provided by the Adirondack...