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Did Edgar Allan Poe Really Write ‘The Raven’ In Saratoga Springs?
Exploring one of Saratoga's most widely believed stories, and setting the record straight for good. We think.

If you’re a native Saratogian, you’ve heard this tasty historical morsel: famed poet of the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, wrote “The Raven” in Saratoga Springs. But how much truth is there to…

Saratoga Race Course 2018: The Travers, Whitney And Key Stakes Race Dates
Summer racing meet kicks off on July 20; Whitney set for August 4; Travers' post time set for August 25.

For Saratogians suffering through this unseasonably cold winter, there are brighter (and altogether warmer) days on the horizon. The 2018 Saratoga Race Course has released its schedule with all the dates of…

Saratoga Springs’ Zip Code Is The Wealthiest In The Capital Region
If you live in 12866, you're likely making $100K-plus more than residents in surrounding areas.

If your zip code is 12866, you’re living in an Upstate goldmine. The Times Union recently reported that Saratoga Springs’ was the highest-earning zip code in the Capital Region. With an average annual…

Read All About It: All the Hottest Movies Coming to the Capital Region in 2018 (and Where to Watch Them)
Catch everything from 'Ocean's 8' and 'Mary Poppins Returns' to the 'Halloween' and 'A Star Is Born' reboots.

A plethora of at-home entertainment options have cut into moviegoing time for many audiences, but it’s still tough to beat the theatrical experience, especially with more options than ever in the Capital…

Mayor’s Office: Saratoga Businesses Already Seeing Double-Digit Sales Growth This Summer
Those data account for the first two weeks of the 2021 summer season.

Those data account for the first two weeks of the 2021 summer season.

Saratoga Automobile Museum to Host New Summer Auto Show
The auto show takes place this Saturday, August 7, from 9am to 2pm at the Spa State Park.

The auto show takes place this Saturday, August 7, from 9am to 2pm at the Spa State Park.

Saratoga Race Course 2021: Grade 1, $1 Million Whitney Handicap Set for This Saturday
The 94th running of the Whitney, which has a strong field of five, takes place on August 7.

The 94th running of the Whitney, which has a strong field of five, takes place on August 7.

‘Saratoga Living’ Celebrates Saratoga Racing Fans, Marylou Whitney Day at First Annual Fan Fest (Updated)
On the evening of August 3, guests gathered at Putnam Place to pay tribute to the world's greatest racing fans.

On the evening of August 3, guests gathered at Putnam Place to pay tribute to the world's greatest racing fans.

Deb Talan on Divorce, The Weepies’ Last Stand and Her First Caffè Lena Show in 16 Years (Exclusive)
Talan, who divorced her longtime Weepies collaborator last year, will be playing a solo show at the historic Saratoga venue on August 12.

Talan, who divorced her longtime Weepies collaborator last year, will be playing a solo show at the historic Saratoga venue on August 12.

Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park Secures $75K Grant to Restore Coesa Spring (Exclusive)
The grant is the first step in the local nonprofit's quest to rehabilitate the spring, which has been closed for nearly 40 years.

The grant is the first step in the local nonprofit's quest to rehabilitate the spring, which has been closed for nearly 40 years.

Saratoga Race Course 2021: Early Morning at the Oklahoma
Photographer Tom Killips sends 'Saratoga Living' another gorgeous payload of images.

Photographer Tom Killips sends 'Saratoga Living' another gorgeous payload of images.

CDC: Saratoga County Residents Should Begin Masking Indoors Again, Regardless of Vaccination Status
Though New York State has remained mum on a new mask mandate, the CDC has designated Saratoga County at 'substantial' risk of transmission.

Though New York State has remained mum on a new mask mandate, the CDC has designated Saratoga County at 'substantial' risk of transmission.

THE BIG STORIES

Marylou Whitney (1925-2019): The Savior Of Saratoga
She could've used her fortune and power for anything. She chose Saratoga and our racetrack.

She could've used her fortune and power for anything. She chose Saratoga and our racetrack.

Beekman 1802 Is Turning Its Farm Into the World’s Largest ‘Restaurant’
The Sharon Springs-based lifestyle brand is offering up 60 acres of farmland to provide dining space for local eateries.

The Sharon Springs-based lifestyle brand is offering up 60 acres of farmland to provide dining space for local eateries.

Marylou Whitney’s 36,000-Acre Adirondacks Estate on Sale for $180 Million
Whitney's widower John Hendrickson is putting the sprawling Whitney Park, near Long Lake, NY, on the market.

Whitney's widower John Hendrickson is putting the sprawling Whitney Park, near Long Lake, NY, on the market.

The Church of Dave: How Saratoga Came to Worship the Dave Matthews Band
DMB, who have been playing at SPAC since the '90s, have become a fixture in the Spa City's summer arts scene.

DMB, who have been playing at SPAC since the '90s, have become a fixture in the Spa City's summer arts scene.

NYRA: Saratoga Race Course Still On Schedule To Open July 16
A rep at the horse racing association confirmed that the historic racing meet will not be postponed.

A rep at the horse racing association confirmed that the historic racing meet will not be postponed.

Those data account for the first two weeks of the 2021 summer season.

The auto show takes place this Saturday, August 7, from 9am to 2pm at the Spa State Park.

The 94th running of the Whitney, which has a strong field of five, takes place on August 7.

On the evening of August 3, guests gathered at Putnam Place to pay tribute to the world's greatest racing fans.

Talan, who divorced her longtime Weepies collaborator last year, will be playing a solo show at the historic Saratoga venue on August 12.

The grant is the first step in the local nonprofit's quest to rehabilitate the spring, which has been closed for nearly 40 years.

Photographer Tom Killips sends 'Saratoga Living' another gorgeous payload of images.

Though New York State has remained mum on a new mask mandate, the CDC has designated Saratoga County at 'substantial' risk of transmission.

New York City's mayor Bill de Blasio made the announcement on Tuesday morning.

In his Monday press conference, Governor Andrew Cuomo said New York is still 'not there' in terms of a new mask mandate.

Our youngest guest columnist, Jameson Dalpe, returns with another thought-provoking, first-person essay.

Farrell, who co-founded America Loves Kids, an organization that advocates for sexual abuse victims, has officially kicked off her 2022 Congressional campaign.

Hiscock, who authored popular books such as 'The Big Storm' and 'Ookpik,' was well known for his programs in local schools and libraries.

THE BIG STORIES

Exploring one of Saratoga's most widely believed stories, and setting the record straight for good. We think.

Summer racing meet kicks off on July 20; Whitney set for August 4; Travers' post time set for August 25.

If you live in 12866, you're likely making $100K-plus more than residents in surrounding areas.

Catch everything from 'Ocean's 8' and 'Mary Poppins Returns' to the 'Halloween' and 'A Star Is Born' reboots.

She could've used her fortune and power for anything. She chose Saratoga and our racetrack.

The Sharon Springs-based lifestyle brand is offering up 60 acres of farmland to provide dining space for local eateries.

Whitney's widower John Hendrickson is putting the sprawling Whitney Park, near Long Lake, NY, on the market.

DMB, who have been playing at SPAC since the '90s, have become a fixture in the Spa City's summer arts scene.

A rep at the horse racing association confirmed that the historic racing meet will not be postponed.