Best Of Albany Saratoga Area

In an effort to compete with the newer casino in the area, Saratoga Casino Hotel will be getting millions in upgrades.

There seems to be a surge in population north of the Twin Bridges. Saratoga County has boasted most of the growth in population in the last eight years. Two towns specifically had the most in New York state.

It's all come down to this! Tonight we find out who wins American Idol. Make sure you vote thirty times for our hometown girl, Madison Vandenburg, and let's hope she wins tonight! Here's how to vote.

The concert season in the Capital Region is going to be the best one yet. Chances are there are a ton of shows you want to see but thought there was no way you could afford them. Starting at 8am Monday April 30th, you can get tickets for shows like Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley and Count…

It's been a really long time since I've gone out to a quality steakhouse and sliced into a  delectable piece of seared beef. Searching for some inspiration, I took a look at a recent poll of the '35 best steakhouses in upstate' and the results were rather bland.   …

Chowderfest is one of the most delicious events of the year. It gets really busy so you should have a solid game plan going in. Here's some important information that can help you enjoy it to the fullest.

Fall officially begins this weekend and you may be putting it off but you're gonna need a pumpkin soon, here are great places to check out.

50,000 people will make their way to the Saratoga Race Course tomorrow for the 149th running of the 1.25 million dollar Travers Stakes.  Having a successful Travers Day isn't just about making the right bet.  It's about the finding the right food, managing the large crowd, conveniently getting aroun…

A study was done recently that listed the top 50 safest cities in New York state. Two Capital Region cities were in the top 50 and one landed in the top 5.

Fair season is in full effect and there is one fair that is making sure that everyone can have a great time. There are a few new events and an all new sensory sensitive day for those with disabilities.

Kids in Saratoga County who wear their helmets when riding their bikes may get a 'ticket' as part of the Safe Summer Bike Helmet Program. On June 26th, Senator Jim Tedisco kicked off the 21st annual program which would give kids free ice cream tickets if they are spotted wearing a helmet …

The kickoff to the 2018 meet is only weeks away, and the Saratoga Race Course has announced this years's giveaway days!