Halloween in July?

I've always said that summer should officially start sometime in the middle of May.  It's kind of unfair that on only the second day of summer, the days begin getting shorter again.

We should have at least a few weeks of build-up before our favorite season - hence why I believe May 15th would be a perfect target date.

Anyway, I digress.

Upstate NY Stores Get Ready

The reality is, once the Fourth of July holiday passes and the Saratoga Racing Season begins, summer in the Capital Region flies by.  Some - myself included- might not be ready for August, let alone September or October!

Market Bistro Plaza in Latham, NY      Photo: Google Maps
Market Bistro Plaza in Latham, NY      Photo: Google Maps
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But at least a few stores in the Capital Region are clearing out shelves to make room for Halloween items such as candy, costumes, and decorations.

Latham preps for Halloween

Below are some images taken by a colleague who told GNA that two stores in Latham, the PC/Market Bistro and Marshall's, already made room on the shelves for decorations and candy 3 and a 1/2 months before Halloween.

Too soon? Halloween decorations and candy are out already in stores like Market Bistro and Marshall's in Latham.          Photo: BJ Ragone/TSM Albany
Too soon? Halloween decorations and candy are out already in stores like Market Bistro and Marshall's in Latham.          Photo: BJ Ragone/TSM Albany
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I always felt like once Labor Day Weekend wraps, it's a good time for stores to start busting out the tricks and treats, but the stores seem to feel otherwise.

So, when do people start buying Halloween stuff?

According to a recent study by the National Retail Federation, more than 1/3 of consumers will start buying Halloween products "in September or earlier."

10 Things To Know for Chic-Fil-A's Grand Opening in the Capital Region

Chic-fil-A's are considered the gold standard of fast food chains.
Known for their outstanding food quality, customer service, and philanthropy, and as you can imagine when they first open, they're known to draw VERY large crowds.

If you plan on hitting up one of the two Chic-fil-A's when they open in the Capital Region, here are 10 tips, tricks, and other things to know so your feathers aren't ruffled trying to get your mitts on some tasty chicken!

The Capital Region's Best Fried Chicken Joints [RANKED]

It feels like the chicken sandwich wars have really upped the conversation of who serves up the best fried chicken in general. So here are the top 5 spots in the Capital Region, according to your votes!

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