EventsMaltaMalta Drive-In to honor longtime manager Patricia “Patti” Howard – WNYT.com NewsChannel 13Malta Drive-In is hosting a special public celebration this Sunday, May 17th, to honor Patricia "Patti" Howard, their longtime manager who passed away after a courageous…May 14, 2026

EventsMaltaMalta Drive-In to honor longtime manager Patricia “Patti” Howard – WNYT.com NewsChannel 13Get ready for a very special evening at the Malta Drive-In this Sunday, May 17th! The venue is honoring longtime manager and friend Patricia "Patti" Howard…May 14, 2026

ObituariesMaltaObituary: Joan S. Cross – Kennebec JournalA beloved resident of Skowhegan, Joan S. Cross, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of community spirit and dedication. Born in…May 11, 2026

ObituariesMaltaObituary: Joan S. Cross – Kennebec JournalA beloved resident of Skowhegan, Joan S. Cross, wife of the late Robert B. Cross Jr., passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, leaving behind a…May 11, 2026

NewsMaltaWeek of May 1 – May 7, 2026 – Saratoga TODAYLast week, local law enforcement in Saratoga County reported several arrests. A Hogansburg resident was arrested for felony criminal possession of a controlled substance (narcotics, 8…May 1, 2026

GovernmentMaltaProposed Malta Zoning Map removes many farms from land conservation zones – NEWS10 ABCThe proposed new zoning map for Malta has generated discussion, primarily because it includes changes that would remove many farm properties from the land conservation zone.…April 27, 2026

GovernmentMaltaMalta workshop to address town rezoning plans – Spectrum NewsA yearlong effort to completely rewrite Malta's zoning code has led to a special workshop on Monday, April 29th, at 5:30 p.m. in Town Hall. Town…April 27, 2026

NewsMaltaDrugs found within reach of children in car, driver arrested – MSNSaratoga County law enforcement recently addressed a concerning situation in Malta involving a vehicle driven by a Flushing, N.Y., man. Police reports indicate that drugs were…April 27, 2026

NewsMaltaDrugs found within reach of children in car, driver arrested – MSNPolice in Malta recently charged a man from Flushing, New York, following an incident where drugs were discovered in his vehicle while two minors were passengers.…April 27, 2026

EducationMaltaSkool of Fish preschool opens in Malta with small class sizes – WNYT.com NewsChannel 13A new preschool, Skool of Fish, has officially opened its doors right here in Malta! The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on April 14th, with support from…April 21, 2026

SportsMaltaBallston Spa Grand Slam softball tournament recap – NEWS10 ABCThe Ballston Spa Grand Slam softball tournament unfolded in beautiful Malta on Saturday, promising great baseball weather and a weekend packed with competitive action. Teams were…April 20, 2026

SportsMaltaBallston Spa Grand Slam softball tournament recap – NEWS10 ABCThe Ballston Spa Grand Slam softball tournament kicked off this past Saturday, promising great action right here in our own Saratoga County. It was a fantastic…April 20, 2026

BusinessMaltaMalta Tourism Expands US Market Reach with Strategic New York Connectivity Boosting …Word is getting out about Malta's growing appeal, and it seems to be heading straight for New York! Recent developments suggest that Malta Tourism is strategically…April 18, 2026

NewsMaltaFBI seizes electronics from family that operates area barbershops – Times UnionSaratoga Spark reports on a recent news item from Malta involving the FBI. The agency has seized electronics belonging to a family that owns and operates…April 18, 2026

BusinessMaltaLuxury, Long-Haul, and LGBTQ+: Malta’s Aggressive Push for High-Value Tourists – eTurboNewsMalta is making waves in the tourism world by focusing its efforts on attracting visitors willing to travel long distances, including residents from Saratoga County. The…April 18, 2026

SportsMaltaWilliamson Starts Strong At Albany-Saratoga – SPEED SPORTMat Williamson got off to a fast start and showed everyone the road to the Super DIRTcar Series championship goes through him! The St. Catharines, Ontario…April 18, 2026

GovernmentMaltaCohoes ICE detainment confirmed by local group – NEWS10 ABCLocal community members and volunteers have confirmed reports that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a detention Friday in Cohoes, New York. The specific location within…April 18, 2026

BusinessMaltaMalta Joins Global Aviation Leaders as Long-Haul Flight Expansion Set to Revolutionize …Exciting news from our neighbor across the water! Malta is positioning itself as a major player in global aviation, joining ranks with other top destinations. The…April 18, 2026

ObituariesMaltaGary A. Czupil Obituary (2026) – Malta, NY – Armer Funeral Home, Inc. – Ballston SpaSaratoga Spark extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Gary A. Czupil of Malta following his passing. Gary was a valued member of…April 17, 2026

SportsMaltaPeter Britten Eyes Bounce Back Season After Frustrating 2025 – Super DIRTcar SeriesBritten kicks off his chase for the 2026 Super DIRTcar Series title in the 61st Season Opener at Albany-Saratoga Speedway in Malta, NY on Friday, … Read…April 10, 2026

ObituariesMaltaGail E. Howard Obituary (2026) – Ballston Spa, NY – Armer Funeral Home, Inc. – LegacyGail Elizabeth Howard, a cherished resident of Ballston Spa, passed away on April 1, 2026, at Albany Medical Center, following her brave fight against cholangiocarcinoma, a…April 10, 2026

ObituariesMaltaJoan M. Umbenhauer OBITUARY – Pottsville Republican HeraldA beloved resident of Lebanon, Joan M. Umbenhauer, 91, passed away on April 2, 2026, at the Lebanon Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center. She was known…April 10, 2026

NewsMaltaMan arrested on criminal contempt charge in Malta – Newport DispatchThe Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office responded to a public assistance call on Monday evening on Blue Spruce Lane in Malta. Following their investigation, they arrested 56-year-old…April 10, 2026

NewsMaltaMan arrested on criminal mischief charge in Malta – Newport DispatchA Saratoga County resident, Joseph J. DiDonna Sr., 80, was arrested in Malta and charged with criminal mischief in the second degree, a class D felony,…April 10, 2026