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McPeek Commits Thorpedo Anna to Travers
Thorpedo Anna , the top 3-year-old dirt filly in North America, was committed by trainer Kenny McPeek to the prestigious Aug. 24 Travers Stakes (G1) at Saratoga Race Course, where she will face males. The move was announced July 27 after consultation with the filly's owners. The daughter of Fast...
'Veteran' Simulate Shows the Way in Saratoga Maiden Special
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – A pinch of seasoning produced a maiden-breaking recipe for Simulate (Kitten's Joy) Saturday in the opener at Saratoga Race Course. Making his second career start for Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, Simulate was in front from gate to wire on the inner turf course to win the $100,000 maiden special weight for 2-year-olds by a head over State's Rights (Constitution). The son of Camou (War Front), a half-sister to GI winner Lea, completed the 1 1/16 miles contest in 1:45.46. He paid $19.60 as the 8-1 fourth choice in the field of 10.
Zion Lutheran Church of Pittsfield
Organized in 1859, Zion Lutheran Church is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the largest theologically-progressive Lutheran body in the United States. Since its inception, Zion has worked for the common good of our neighbors by connecting in community, nourishing spirits, and inspiring lives of joy and service.
Krone In Saratoga To Work on Documentary
Julie Krone, who appeared in Friday's TDN in a photo by photograher Sarah Andrew riding TDN Rising Star Knightsbridge (Nyquist), accompanied by Bill Mott on his pony, is not back in Saratoga for any serious riding, she reported Friday morning. Instead, Krone is in town working on the documentary of...
Two men charged in burglary at College of Saint Rose
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — Two men have been charged in connection with a burglary Saturday morning at The College of Saint Rose. At around 8:55 a.m., officers responded to The College of Saint Rose for reports of a burglary in progress. When they arrived, officers were notified by Saint Rose security that the suspects were still inside the school attempting to steal property.
Albany church hosts gun buyback event to help remove dangerous weapons from streets
Victory Church in Albany is working to get guns off our streets. The church on Quail Street hosted a gun buyback event on Saturday. The pastor offered $100 and $200 Visa cards for all ghost guns and non-registered handguns turned in, no questions asked. Victory Church hosts these events multiple...
$1000 Checks Coming To Residents In New York?
Soon New Yorkers will be running out to grab the mail. According to their website, The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance will mail out STAR rebate checks over the next several months. The School Tax Relief program or STAR program offers property tax relief to eligible New...
Capital Region Festival of Theatre is Throwing a Cast Party!
Capital Region Festival of Theatre is throwing a CAST PARTY at the historic Cohoes Music Hall on Sunday, 10/27 at 7pm hosted by Playhouse Stage Company. All proceeds will benefit the inaugural Festival, to be presented In 2025. Join us for an evening celebrating the extraordinary wealth of theatrical talent...
Alert: Meat & Veggies Sold At New York Supermarkets Can Kill
Recalls are being expanded for vegetables and meat products sold in New York. The FDA recently warned about eating sliced meats from deli counters. At least 28 people have gotten sick, across 12 states, including New York. In fact, more New Yorkers have gotten sick than any other state. The...
Clark's Newest Exhibit Re-examines Edgar Degas' Works
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — One of the Clark Art Institute's newest exhibits re-examines Edgar Degas' works, process and social circle. The exhibit, "Edgar Degas: Multi-Media Artist in the Age of Impressionism," coincides with the 150th anniversary of the first impressionist exhibition, which was held in Paris in 1874. The exhibit...
Mexico Squad Edges Berkshire Force at World Series
FLORENCE, Ala. -- The Berkshire Force travel softball team Saturday morning scored a run in the bottom of the sixth and had the tying run on second base but dropped a 4-3 decision to Mexico in pool play at the Babe Ruth World Series. Needing two runs to stay alive...
Little League NYS All-Star 11s baseball: Never-say-die South Shore rallies for 3-2 win vs. Massapequa to cop state title
All-Star tournaments are a battle of attrition. It’s a test of which team has the will to bounce back in the most pressure situations -- especially in a double-elimination format. South Shore Little League, winners of the District 24 and Section 3 South title earlier this summer, had run...
New food pantry opens in Mont Pleasant Monday
A new food pantry is opening in Mont Pleasant on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. at the Holy Name of Jesus Church, 1040 Pearl Street. The Daily Bread Food Pantry will celebrate its opening with a cookout at the church.
No injuries reported in Thornton Street fire in Albany
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Albany firefighters worked early Saturday morning to get a fire under control after it broke out at a residence on Thornton Street. First responders said they were called to the scene, between Second and Third Streets, at approximately 1:29 a.m. and responded only a minute later. By 3:41 a.m., the fire was marked under control.
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