The New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs has begun issuing commemorative medals to honor veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.

NYRA has unveiled the stakes schedule for the 2025 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, set to take place at Saratoga Race Course.

A horse that fell into an icy pond was rescued by police officers and neighbors after the animal struggled to get out of the cold water, authorities said.

A horse that fell through the ice of an upstate New York pond was saved by rescuers who pulled together fiercely on ropes to free the animal from the frigid water.

The New York Racing Association has announced ticket and hospitality on-sale dates for the 2025 season at Saratoga Race Course, which includes a special July 4th Festival

Now, a $3.6 million upgrade is under way, closing the kiddie-pool section of the complex through 2026. Capital Region Director of State Parks Alane Chinian says it’s long overdue.

Gutierrez,a citizen of Mexico has pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine.Acting Unite

Democrats picked Blake Gendebien, a farmer and small business owner, as their nominee in the race to replace Rep. Stefanik in the NY-21 special election.

The Peerless Pool complex at Saratoga Spa State Park will receive a $3.6 million makeover, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced on Wednesday.

The most beautiful section, according to World Atlas, is between Oneonta and Rotterdam, a small but vibrant town in Schnectady County. Also just off the road in Schoharie Country is Howe Caverns, the largest underground cavern in the northeast.