The 7th annual Saratoga Wing Off will take place today from 11a.m. to 4 p.m as Saratoga Springs restaurants compete for the title of best wings. Diners will enjoy $2 wing samples at participating establishments and vote online at discoversaratoga.net. for their favorite in two categories People’s Choice and Wildest Wing (for most creative flavor). Awards will be presented at Bailey’s Saratoga at 5 p.m.
Holiday Train To Make Stops Locally
Every year around the Holiday season, a special train makes it way to parts of the Capital Region from Canada, benefitting local food banks and bringing entertainment to the station it stops. The Canadian Pacific Holiday Trail (CPKC) will follow route, making stops in Fort Edward, Saratoga Springs, Mechanicville and Menands, reports WTEN.
Mechanicville Man Facing Grand Larceny Counts
A man from Mechanicville is accused of stealing from a bank. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office said 53-year-old Michael Palazzo stole $3,000 from the Adirondack Trust Bank in Malta by cashing a fake check, reports WNYT. He’s charged with grand larceny.
Clifton Park Center Revamp
Clifton Park Center has been seeing a resurgence under new management. Faraz Khan and his development group purchased the mall last year, and they have set out to drastically alter its footprint, reports WNYT. Stores are being moved around, the food court is being revitalized and new tenants are coming in with an eye towards making a more family friendly, worthwhile shopping experience.
Saratoga Business Owners To Meet With Mayor Over Paid Parking
Businesses in the city of Saratoga Springs will be meeting privately with Mayor John Safford on Friday to discuss the paid parking program. WNYT reports the city implemented the parking program in June, and charged $2 per hour to park downtown in garages and lots. The program is a revenue generator for the city, said the mayor, but he is keeping an open mind.
Headliners Named For Saratoga New Year’s Eve 2025
Singer Ben Folds is coming to Saratoga Springs. The Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter will perform as part of Saratoga New Year’s Eve 2025, at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Mystic Bowie’s Talking Heads will be at Universal Preservation Hall. The two-day event will be held on Dec. 31 and January 1.
Warren County’s ‘Return The Favor’ Program To Benefit Vets
The Warren County Clerk’s Office is reminding Warren County veterans that they operate a “Return the Favor” program that coordinates discounts for veterans at many local businesses. Sun Community News reports nearly 200 businesses – from restaurants and hotels to auto repair shops and barbers – are registered with this program. Veterans get a discount card to show at businesses participating in the program.
Whitehall Man Pleads Guilty In Assault Case
A Whitehall man pleaded guilty to second-degree assault. Dylan Scoville is anticipated to face five years in prison with five years of post-release supervision when sentenced on November 15.
State Police say that Scoville, along with Jessica Cleavland and a 17-year-old, violently assaulted a victim in their home.
Date Set For Special Election To Fill Saratoga DPW Seat
Following weeks of back and forth between Saratoga Springs City Council members, a special election to fill the Department of Public Works commissioner position has been set for Jan. 28. The Daily Gazette reports the date comes almost two months after Jason Golub left the role to take a job with the state. The measure passed unanimously.
Siro’s Owners Opening New Italian Restaurant In Saratoga
The owners of the popular track season eatery Siro’s plan to open an Italian restaurant on Phila Street in the coming months. The Daily Gazette reports,called Noah’s, it’s named after chef Noah Frese, who came on board Siro’s this summer.