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Malta, New York Patch AM: a 4 min readHey hey Malta! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How busy were state troopers and Malta police this past week?
- Could a āLive Your Dreamā grant help your Malta education plans?
- See what homes in Malta just sold for this week
Also on today's calendar: Albany Job Fair: October 7, 2026 at Holiday Inn Latham and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Riddle: Davidās parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and whatās the name of the third son? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Cloudy and cooler; p.m. rain, with a high of 64 and low of 54 degrees.
- Sunday: Cool with rain, temps: high: 61, low: 56.
- Monday: Rain, with a high of 61 and low of 55 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Blotter Report Week of September 25 ā October 1, 2026 (saratogatodaynewspaper.com) ā Malta residents are featured in this weekās Saratoga County police blotter, which shows the town tied for second in total State Police incidents and includes a recent trespass arrest in Malta. The report also breaks down accident trends, arrest ages, and detailed incident logs from nearby Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Milton, and Clifton Park. 
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ā¢ Soroptimists offering 'Live Your Dream' award (saratogatodaynewspaper.com) ā Women in Malta who are primary breadwinners and pursuing college or vocational training can apply for Soroptimist International of Saratoga Countyās āLive Your Dreamā awards, offering grants up to $5,000. Applicants must live in or near Saratoga County, show financial need, and apply online by November 15, with local mentors available to help complete applications. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Week of September 25 ā October 1, 2026 (saratogatodaynewspaper.com) ā Recent real estate transactions in Malta include home sales on Rowley Road, Thimbleberry Road, and Springfield Drive, giving residents a snapshot of current local prices. The broader list also covers nearby towns like Ballston, Milton, and Saratoga Springs, offering a quick look at how property values are moving across Saratoga County neighborhoods. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Town Board Meeting ā
Town Hall, 2540 Route 9, Malta
6:00 pm
Monday September 28
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Other local events
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Protecting Older Adults from Common Scams ā
Town Hall, 2540 Route 9, Malta
10:00 am -
2027 Budget Review / Highway / Building & Planning ā
Town Hall, 2540 Route 9, Malta
8:00 am -
Chango Fall Family Literacy Night
Chango Elementary School Ballston Lake, NY 12019
6:00 pm -
Chango Fall Book Fair Family Shopping Night
Chango Elementary School Ballston Lake, NY 12019
6:00 pm -
Annual E-Waste Recycling ā
Malta, NY Calendar, Town Complex, Malta
9:00 am -
Annual Malta Cultural Arts Festival ā
Malta, NY Calendar, One Bayberry Drive, Malta
11:00 am -
2027 Budget Workshop for Non-Profits ā
Malta, NY Calendar, 2540 Route 9, Malta
5:00 pm -
Town Board Meeting ā
Malta, NY Calendar, 2540 Route 9, Malta
6:00 pm -
ZBA Meeting ā
Malta, NY Calendar, 2540 Route 9, Malta
6:30 pm -
Albany Job Fair: October 7, 2026 at Holiday Inn Latham ā
400 Old Loudon Rd, Latham
9:00 am
Tuesday September 29
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
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Volunteers to sort books for Friends Book Sale ā
Ballston Spa NY
9:00 am -
Gather for Gateway ā
Gateway House of Peace, Ballston Spa
1:00 pm
Saturday September 26
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Still looking for my kitty.
Her name is Mona Lisa and she lives on Wineberry Lane in Luther's Forest. She's been gone 3 weeks. I'm devastated. Please contact me if you've seenā¦ (Nextdoor Luther Forest)
š Nearby News
Ballston Spa
- Ballston Spa chocolatier offering special bar for To Life! fundraiser (wnyt.com)
- Saratoga County Clerk Expands Passport Nights (saratogatodaynewspaper.com)
- Shaker girls' soccer wins ā Thursday's Section 2 scores (dailygazette.com)
Saratoga Springs
- Timeless Charm Meets Modern Comfort at 135 Grand Avenue, Saratoga Springs (poststar.com)
- Indie music pioneer Ani DiFranco announces Saratoga Springs show (dailygazette.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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