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MY 5 FAVORITE SWEATERS AND BOOTS: LOCAL PICKS!

It’s my favorite time of year. That week that I venture up to my attic space to my clothing storage and start schlepping boots and sweaters down the stairs. There’s nothing that’s more comfy to me than throwing on leggings, a pair of riding boots, an oversized sweater and heading out the door. It seems […]

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FOOD

WINES TO SERVE WITH YOUR THANKSGIVING MEAL: BY THE BOTTLE SHOP

Chances are you’ve walked up the Spring Street hill towards Broadway and spotted the sandwich board, inviting you in for today’s wine tasting. Head up the stairs and these days, the first thing you’ll see is sweet baby Layla. Likely in her mother, Annmarie’s arms. And you’re reminded very quickly of the juggling act of […]

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LOCAL

JAMIE AND SCOTT : A FAIRY TALE WEDDING AT THE ADELPHI HOTEL

THE ADELPHI HOTEL IS A SCOOP SARATOGA PARTNER Here I chat with bride and groom, Jamie and Scott, about their fairy tale wedding at the Adelphi Hotel. The video takes place in the Adelphi Library, the same space featured in the video and where the bride and her party got ready for the ceremony. Wedding […]

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LOCAL

WELLSPRING’S MISSION-BASED BUILDING : THE WOMEN WHO LED THE CHARGE

In the late 1970’s, a group of concerned community members stepped up to help local women who were experiencing domestic violence. This “help” was in the form of shelter, food and money. For the next four decades, the needs of the victims were further understood, launching legal support efforts, family counseling, and programs to help […]

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LIFE

FIVE IMPORTANT LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOYS’ BABU

It’s been a long few weeks in the Meyers’ home. The sad part: we unexpectedly lost an amazing man, Richard Meyers (my father-in-law and boys’ grandfather) to COVID. The wonderful part: we have spent the last weeks sharing stories, flipping through photos, and reflecting on the many values that the boys’ Babu has instilled in […]

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LIFE

HOW FEAR HOLDS US BACK: A CASUAL CHAT WITH ETTIE (& CO.)

You know what yours is. It may be that little pesky task that makes you really uncomfortable, or perhaps it’s such a beast that it paralyzes you. Or maybe something in between. Maybe you have good reason to be fearful, but maybe you’re being irrational. But one thing’s for sure. That fear is holding you […]

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The Scoop

APPLE CRISP MADE WITH LOCAL LOVE

I have SO many favorite parts of fall, which is by FAR my favorite season. Second to my obsession with boots is my obsession with warm apple-y desserts that send hypnotizing aromas through my house. Usually resulting in my four monsters finally closing down their computers and floating down the stairs like zombies. Apple crisp […]

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LIFE

SIMPLIFYING FINANCIAL PLANNING: WITH ADIRONDACK WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Adirondack Trust Company is a SCOOP Saratoga Partner. Everyone has dreams of the best lives for themselves and their family! These dreams could include starting your own business, retiring early, sending your children to college or a buying a vacation home. No matter what dreams YOU have, they won’t ever come to fruition without first […]

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LOCAL

DR. JENNIFER LEFNER: COMMITTED TO CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND COMMUNITY

This series shines a spotlight on the incredibly smart, creative and strong women who inspire others in our community. I hope they inspire you, too, to take that leap, feel uncomfortable or do the unexpected. I’d like you to meet Dr. Jenn(ifer) Lefner. Double-certified neonatologist. Pediatrician. Mother. Board and committee member. Entrepreneur and founder of […]

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The Scoop

EATING OUR WAY THROUGH NEW YORK CITY

During September, we had reason to celebrate my birthday and our 15th wedding anniversary. In past years, we’ve celebrated these big milestones with everything from jewelry to long weekends. But these past couple years really taught us two things: ONE, how much we cherish quiet time together, which was quite limited last year. And TWO, […]

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LOCAL

5 QUESTIONS FOR AWARD WINNING INTERIOR DESIGNER BRENDAN FLANIGAN

The impeccable juxtaposition of subjects. That way he combines modern and rustic to create designs that continually make me stop scrolling. From the constant drip of editorial coverage of his amazing work, to the design awards. I knew I had to get the SCOOP from Saratoga Springs based and award winning interior designer, Brendan Flanigan. […]

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LOCAL

FROM URBAN FARM TO YOUR FAMILY: A SLICE OF SARATOGA

Ever have those days that you just wish we could go back to basics? Like before we walked with our heads in our phones, mindlessly dumped lettuce out of bags, and had to actually speak to a shop owner to buy ANYTHING? Emily Mopsik, through the IG name of “Slice of Saratoga” has made a […]

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