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  SARATOGA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - SARATOGA SPRINGS NEW YORK
SARATOGA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - SARATOGA SPRINGS NEW YORK
Saratoga is a modern county with fairytale neighborhoods, a business-like county that takes time to smell the flowers lining its streets, and a growing county that doesn't lose touch with its past.
Saratoga is a developing county that doesn't let progress step on the greenery of its extraordinary series of parks, and a thriving county that still values the fine art of living well.
www.saratoga.org   (142 words)

  
  Saratoga, New York - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The town was established in 1788 while still part of Albany County, New York and became one of the original towns when Saratoga County was formed in 1791.
The town is by the location of the Battles of Saratoga, one of the decisive victories of the American Revolution.
Saratoga Springs -- The City of Saratoga Springs is at the western border of the town.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Saratoga,_New_York   (721 words)

  
 Saratoga County, New York - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Saratoga County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York.
This was an enormous county, including the northern part of New York State as well as all of the present State of Vermont and, in theory, extending westward to the Pacific Ocean.
Saratoga County is in the northeastern part of New York State, north of Albany, northwest of Troy, and east of Utica.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Saratoga_County,_New_York   (598 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs, New York - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Saratoga Springs is a city located in Saratoga County, New York.
Saratoga Springs is the home of Skidmore College; Saratoga Race Course; the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (summer home of the renowned New York City Ballet and Philadelphia Orchestra); 11 museums; Saratoga Polo; Saratoga Gaming and Raceway (which includes a video gaming facility, the "racino"); and more than 20 golf courses.
Saratoga is also home to Yaddo, a 400-acre artists' community, founded by and his wife Katrina.
www.newrochelle.us /project/wikipedia/index.php/Saratoga_Springs,_New_York   (652 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs, New York - History
The Saratoga Raceway draws the most renowned in the Thoroughbred Racing world and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is the summer home for the New York Ballet and Philadelphia Orchestra as well as a major venue for concerts.
Saratoga's location in the Hudson Valley region attracts 'leaf peepers' in fall, skiers in winter, fishermen, golfers, hikers, mountain bikers, canoeists and white water rafters in the spring, and fans of thoroughbred racing in the summer.
The Saratoga Downtowner Motel, located in the heart of Saratoga Springs, New York is the ideal place to hang your hat any time of the year.
www.saratogadowntowner.com /saratoga-motel-history.htm   (283 words)

  
 The Heritage of Saratoga New York   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Saratoga Springs of 1875 was certainly not the Saratoga of 1775, but neither was it the Saratoga of 1830 or 1860 for that matter.
Accompanied by New York Governor George Clinton and Alexander Hamilton on the 1783 visit, Washington was impressed with the spring and even inquired about purchasing property in the area.
Word of a new mineral spring spread quickly, and it became known as Congress Spring in honor of its discoverer.
www.saratogafoodgroup.com /saraheritage.htm   (684 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs New York
Brindisi's Restaurant has rapidly grown to be one of the most premier dining and dancing establishments in Saratoga Springs New York - which is not an easy task to accomplish.
Saratoga Springs and especially its downtown district is so unique and historic, like no place in the country.
My dad envisioned opening the prettiest bar in Saratoga where the experience is like going back in time; great food to nourish the body and live music to soothe the soul.
www.brindisis.com /brindisis-history.html   (245 words)

  
 Saratoga New York: Community Links in Saratoga
Saratoga Spa Golf Course - One mile south of historic Saratoga Springs in the Saratoga Spa State Park, the courses are set in a pine forest.
Saratoga Automobile Museum - State-of-the-art museum celebrating the automotive heritage of the State of New York.
Saratoga National Historical Park - The park is located on the upper Hudson River in an area possessing significant natural and cultural attractions appealing to a wide range of visitors from around the world.
www.foxnhoundbandb.com /Saratoga_Community_Links.asp   (1707 words)

  
 Dozen Distinctive Destinations | Saratoga Springs, New York   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
While visitors were initially drawn by the supposed curative powers of the waters that bubbled from the town's springs, champagne soon replaced the foul-tasting elixir as the beverage of choice.
Beginning in 1802, when the first hotel was erected, Saratoga Springs became the premier see-and-be-seen destination for the socially elite from New York City, Boston and Montreal.
At the Saratoga Spa State Park, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center serves as the summer home of the New York City Ballet, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Lake George Opera.
www.nationaltrust.org /dozen_distinctive_destinations/list.asp?i=22   (477 words)

  
 LIBERTY! . Chronicle of the Revolution . Saratoga 1777 | PBS
News of the momentous British defeat spread quickly through the colonies and fueled speculation that the French government would now seriously consider entering the conflict on the American side.
By the time Burgoyne reached Freeman's Farm near Saratoga, American patriots were less cowed by Burgoyne's haughty pronouncements demanding their surrender, than they were of general fears of having an invading army in the neighborhood.
In fact, the American militia had been fully alerted to Burgoyne's presence, and, as one observer put it, "were out in droves." By the time the two battles of Saratoga were fought, American forces led by Gates and his able field general, Benedict Arnold, outnumbered Burgoyne and his army by nearly 2 to 1.
www.pbs.org /ktca/liberty/chronicle_saratoga1777.html   (426 words)

  
 Visit Saratoga! Travel & Vacation Guide to Saratoga Springs, NY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Renown as a health resort and dubbed, the 'Queen of Spas', Saratoga is host to several natural mineral springs and two historic spas.
Pivotal battles of the American Revolution were fought in the area and historians consider the Battle of Saratoga the turning point in our War of Independence.
Saratoga boasts the oldest thoroughbred racetrack in the U.S. and draws visitors from around the globe.
www.saratoga.com   (569 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs, New York
In it's heyday in the 1890's, the racing season at Saratoga was the social center for New York society.
Saratoga County Airport is located 23 miles North of the Albany VOR, on the 06 radial.
Saratoga is one of the prime gliding centers on the East Coast.
www.avweb.com /news/places/183161-1.html   (1731 words)

  
 WPI Department of Military Science - Battle of Saratoga   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The Surrender of Gen. Burgoyne at Saratoga, New York, 1777
John Trumbull painted this portrait of the surrender of General Burgoyne at the Battle of Saratoga.
At the Battle of Freeman's Farm, the new commander of the Northern Department of the American army, General Horatio Gates, lost an indecisive battle.
www.wpi.edu /Academics/Depts/MilSci/BTSI/Saratoga   (1179 words)

  
 Saratoga Travel and Vacation Planner!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
In order to fully appreciate all of Saratoga County in its present glory, it is necessary to understand its past.
Located in the beautiful Saratoga Spa State Park, the Performing Arts Center is also home to the New York City Ballet for three weeks in July and the Philadelphia Orchestra during the month of August.
Saratoga Lake, Sacandaga Lake, the Hudson River and Champlain Canal posses endless possibilities when it comes to taking advantage of the area’s waterways.
www.saratoga.org /planner   (631 words)

  
 Saratoga County, New York Genealogical Records Information
Saratoga County lies in the northwest angle formed by the junction of the Hudson and the Mohawk rivers.
The defeat of Burgoyne within the boundaries of Saratoga, in 1777, was one of the decisive battles of the New World; it was the beginning of the end of the Revolution.
While the soil of Saratoga County is not notably good, and the district has always been prominent among the agricultural sections of the State, the main natural resource of the County, especially in the beginning, was the mineral springs of the central part.
www.mynewyorkgenealogy.com /ny_county/sa.htm   (1574 words)

  
 Saratoga, New York
When visiting our Bed and Breakfast in Saratoga, New York, don't miss the special events that take place year round.
Saratoga Lake is perfect for water skiing, boating, fishing, and swimming - and you can enjoy the views from the deck at Harren Brook Inn.
We invite you to attend the Victorian Streetwalk, a celebration of Saratoga Springs' Victorian roots and the beginning of the holiday season.
www.harrenbrookinn.com /saratoga_new_york.htm   (152 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs New York Bed & Breakfast - Saratoga Springs Bed and Breakfast Inns Hotels Accommodations ...
This page describes bed and breakfasts and inns located in Saratoga Springs, New York, where experienced bed and breakfast travelers have come for over 10 years to quickly find great deals on a variety of bed and breakfasts, small hotels and inns.
Explore our informative and detailed Saratoga Springs, New York page listings, rates and specials to make the most informed choice for your next trip to a bed and breakfast in beautiful Saratoga Springs, New York.
Saratoga Springs is located in the the southern foothills of New York's Adirondack Mountains.
www.ibbp.com /obb/newyork/saratoga.html   (282 words)

  
 The Saratogian - Big plans for Planned Parenthood   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The new facility will feature a large sex education resource center and twice the number of exam rooms that are currently available at the organization's location at 188 Church St.
The new center will be larger, more accessible and better equipped to meet the needs of the growing number of visitors to Planned Parenthood in Saratoga Springs, Drisgula said.
The organization's spokeswoman, Linda Sharf, said the new center is partly Planned Parenthood's local response to the growing number of uninsured and underinsured families across the country and New York state.
www.saratogian.com /site/news.cfm?newsid=15214543&BRD=1169&PAG=461&dept_id=17708&rfi=6   (427 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs New York Real Estate
It is 160 miles northeast of Boston, 170 miles north of Metropolitan New York and 220 Miles south of Montreal.
Saratoga is a modern county with fairy tale neighborhoods, a business-like county that takes time to smell the flowers lining its streets, and a growing county that doesn't lose touch with its past.
It is a developing county that doesn't let progress step on the greenery of its extraordinary series of parks, and a thriving county that still values the fine art of living well.
www.relocateamerica.com /states/NY/cities/saratoga_springs.htm   (395 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs New York Weekend Getaways
Saratoga Springs gained renown as a resort town in the late 19th century, earning the nickname "Queen of Spas." And to this day, the famed mineral spring spas continue to hold appeal.
Located 30 miles north of Albany, at the base of the Adirondacks, Saratoga Springs is about three to four hours from New York City, depending on mode of transportation.
Saratoga Lake is the larger of the two bodies of water.
www.escapemaker.com /ny/saratoga/saratoga.html   (2163 words)

  
 Saratoga County NY
Saratoga County is rich in both history and natural beauty, famous for revolutionary war sites, horse racing, natural springs and Victorian architecture.
Saratoga Springs - famous the world over, not only for horse racing but also for its spas and natural springs.
Saratoga Springs Youth Orchestra - Saratoga Springs Youth Orchestra (SSYO) is a non-profit youth orchestra serving the Capital District through Lake George region.
www.djmcadam.com /saratoga-county.htm   (392 words)

  
 Experience Saratoga Springs, NY With The Saratoga County Convention and Tourism Bureau, Saratoga New York
The Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau provides one-stop services for group planners and organizers of meetings and events in Saratoga Springs, NY.
As a non-profit, private membership organization, we are dedicated to building the economy and positive image of Saratoga Springs through tourism and convention development, major events and the marketing of Saratoga to the marketplace worldwide.
You will find our broad membership base is comprised of the finest Saratoga hotels and motels, inns, restaurants, retailers, attractions, and service providers.
www.discoversaratoga.org   (275 words)

  
 Weekend Trips - Saratoga Springs, New York
Saratoga is about three things: horses, horses, and horses.
The Thoroughbred meet at the famed Saratoga Race Course is one of the sport’s premier events (not to mention a first-rate human spectacle), made all the more special by its brevity—it runs for just six weeks, from July 23 to September 1 this year.
Stay at the Georgian-style Gideon Putnam, set in grassy Saratoga Spa State Park, for a taste of grand, turn-of-the-last-century hotel tradition.
www.newyorkmetro.com /travel/guides/52weekends/03/saratogasprings.htm   (240 words)

  
 New York Probate - Walsh & Walsh, LLP, Saratoga Springs, New York
In fact, New York State probate and formal estate administration are not as difficult as many other states.
If you find it necessary to probate a Will or administer an estate in New York where there is no real property and the personal property is worth less than $20,000, you can commence a small estate administration with the nominal filing fee of $1.00.
DISCLAIMER: This information is based on New York Law, and is intended to provide general information to those who are not familiar with these issues.
www.spalaw.net /probate.htm   (512 words)

  
 Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Springs, NY Saratoga Springs, NY The Brunswick Bed and Breakfast is located in the heart of Saratoga Springs, NY.
Other nearby attractions include the Spa State Park which consists of two golf courses, two public pools, and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center which is the summer home of the New York City Ballet and the Philadelphia Orchestra, as well as offering many special headline artists.
Saratoga Springs, NY truly has something for everyone.
www.brunswickbb.com /saratoga_springs.htm   (342 words)

  
 Getting a deal on a New York City hotel - AM New York
Booking a hotel room in New York City is a lot like browsing the breakfast menu of a fancy five-star restaurant: The selections often are overwhelming, exotic and expensive.
The wallpaper, carpet and curtains seemed fairly new, especially next to the thin, pill-ridden beige bedspread and sheets.
It had no-frills toiletries and an overhead light with a strange switch that allowed a colored bulb to cast a slightly seedy deep-red glow over the room when the regular bulb was turned off.
www.amny.com /travel/am-newhotels26,0,5173802.story   (1726 words)

  
 Saratoga Weddings in Saratoga Springs, New York
Whether it's a small, specialty bakery who will make the perfect cake - or maybe you're looking for a Saratoga caterer who specializes in ethnic foods.
Saratoga Springs, New York has so many beautiful settings for a wedding.
Bridal Shows are also a great way to get valuable information to aid in your planning.
www.asaratogawedding.com   (196 words)

  
 SpaNet - Your full-service internet provider
They believe that your site should be dynamic and engaging, providing the visitor with the information they need through high-end graphics, seamless navigation, and subtle interaction, while maintaining a professional appearance though simple yet classic web design concepts.
Spa.Net has been serving the Capital District Region of Upstate New York for over 15 years.
Coverage areas for New York counties Saratoga County, Albany County, Fulton County, Montgomery County, Schenectady County, Washington County, Warren County, and Rensselaer County include: Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, Clifton Park, Wilton, Greenfield, Center, Jonesville, Colonie, Glens Falls, Lake George, Albany, Lake Placid, Schenectady, Galway, Troy, Greenwich, Cambridge, Schuylerville
www.spa.net   (153 words)

  
 WMHT Educational Telecommunications - PBS Public Broadcasting - TV | Radio | RISE | Web - Albany Schenectady Troy ...
WMHT Educational Telecommunications - PBS Public Broadcasting - TV
Web - Albany Schenectady Troy Saratoga New York NY This program gives a smorgasbord of comedy and music bits from beloved humorist and musician Victor Borge (1909-2000).
Original/Signed Painting of New York Yankee Legend Bernie Williams Tops WMHT's Auction List
www.wmht.org   (202 words)

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