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Back in the Day


Discovering the North Country's Rich History


Exploring the History of the Iconic Canfield Casino
Downtown Saratoga Springs in the late 19th century was a bustling summer mecca filled with tourists, seasonal workers, and locals.  The streets were crowded with cars and lined with prosperous businesses and shops. The Canfield Casino is one of the many iconic landmarks prominently associated with the era and still stands strong, surrounded by the rich history and beautiful grounds of Congress Park.  Back in its zenith, the casino heard the footsteps of many famous and rich visitors looking to take a gamble on luck. Read More

What Fruitful Things the Land Brought
Pray’s farm has been in business since 1942. Blair Pray, general partner and co-owner of his family’s farm and Pray’s farmers market, says his grandfather used to run the farm in 1942. Following his grandfather, his father and uncle ran the farm, until present day where he is now one of the partners to run the farm. “Back then life was much simpler,” Pray says. “You did a day’s work, and the best job to produce fruits, and food for the public,” Pray says. Read More

 

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