Malta Development Blog

While it may be easy to drink too much apple cider, no one can ever consume too much apple pie.

Porches were originally designed to be a spot to pause before entering a home, to add more living space, and to provide a place to relax in the refreshing cool breezes of the day. Architecturally, they furnish a dramatic entrance, separate the public space from the private with a smooth transition, and boost curb appeal to your home.

Winter is one of our favorite seasons here in Lakeview Landing. And though it's not quite here yet, it is just around the corner. In an effort to make every ounce of that holiday spirit last, we've put together a list of 10 of the best winter activities in Saratoga Springs. Make sure you're not missing out on any of the fun in the upcoming chilly months!

A few months back, The Albany Business Review reported that General Electric was developing an operation to manufacture solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) for commercial and residential power applications. The now-open fuel cell pilot facility is located on Hermes Road in the Saratoga Technology + Energy Park in Malta, NY. GE Global Research is directing the new business, operating as a separate GE unit. The Park is owned and operated by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

We think of white and creamy mounds of potato covered in gravy when we hear the phrase, "mashed potatoes." What we don’t think about is the color orange. Everyone seems to forget that sweet potatoes make a great substitute for the common Idaho potato.

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The county of Saratoga and its residents are proud of its tradition of supporting local artists. The “First Saturdays” event, which continues this tradition, takes place on the first Saturday of each month in downtown Saratoga Springs between Broadway, Spring Street, and Beekman Street.  The event, which until recently was held on Thursday nights, is a part of the city of Saratoga Springs’ Art Council’s efforts to bring attention to a thriving art scene of Saratoga Springs and its neighbors.

One of the biggest and the most exciting employers in the Malta and Saratoga Springs area is GlobalFoundries. With its headquarters in Silicon Valley and manufacturing operations in Dresden, Singapore, and now Malta, New York, Global Foundries is the world’s first full service foundry of semiconductors.

Going to Ballston Spa High School is not a laid back ‘spa’ like school, as their name would suggest. Rather named for the town it is located, Ballston Spa High School is a public school located in Ballston Spa, New York.  Recently named one of the 2,000 best high schools in America, they are known for their high graduation rates, participation in the Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programs, and above average SAT and ACT scores.

Picking out the best water heater is important. At first it seems like a trivial decision, most people usually just get the cheapest with little concern for options available. Yet there are a plethora of options available to new homeowners and people looking to design their own homes.