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Pecks Road bridge closed after MassDOT inspection
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – Pecks Road bridge has been closed until further notice. The bridge had been a one-lane road since 2019 after an inspection found weakened support beam structures. Now, following an inspection and report Monday, MassDOT asked the city to shut it down completely due to more deterioration found.
Summer music lessons keep students in the groove
Elementary-, middle- and high-school maestros are staying on top of their craft while school is out, thanks to band and strings lessons the City School District of Albany is offering through its Summer Arts Program. On Wednesday morning, orchestra teachers Anthony Berman and Cameron Newman practiced with a string quartet...
Live Around the 518: Shen superintendent proud of students’ accomplishments
Shen superintendent proud of students’ accomplishments. The Shenendehowa Central School District in Clifton Park is the biggest Capital Region school district. The district will have 9,334 students this coming year. It also has a teaching staff of 769 and a total staff of 2,179, which makes it one of the biggest employers in Saratoga County.
Summer track club Sky’s the Limit sending 31 to Junior Olympics
Earlier this week, we told you about one organization that’s keeping kids off the streets and active during the summer. Sky’s the Limit is a track and field club that has 31 kids who have qualified for the AAU Junior Olympic Games.
Over 50 visitors came to 50th anniversary celebration of Berne Museum
The Berne Historical Society celebrated its 50th anniversary of the Berne Museum on Sunday, July 21, with an ice cream social, tours of the museum, door prizes, music, and DVD viewings of 1950 - 1951 scenes. The society extends a huge thank-you to those who helped make this Berne event...
Caught Speeding In New York’s Capital Region! Is This You?
Were you captured traveling 40mph or more on this 25mph residential road in the Capital Region of New York? Take a look at the pictures below to see if you, or someone you know, were "caught" traveling over the speed limit in Schenectady, NY. According to Solomon Law Group, a...
Lola Saratoga hit again: burglars smash, grab luxury goods at Guilderland store
GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (WRGB) — Lola Saratoga has fallen victim to a smash and grab once again. The burglary occurred around 12:43 a.m. on Tuesday at the store’s Guilderland location at Stuyvesant Plaza, according to Guilderland Police. Police say a preliminary investigation revealed that three male suspects smashed the...
Spotlight: LEGALLY BLONDE at Cohoes Music Hall
Join us at Cohoes Music Hall this summer for a pink-infused powerhouse musical that takes you on a high-energy journey from sorority girl to legal eagle. Follow Elle Woods, a fashion-forward, determined young woman, as she breaks stereotypes and proves that brilliance comes in all dimensions of blonde. With catchy tunes, unforgettable characters, and a whirlwind of humor, this show is a vivacious celebration of self-discovery and female empowerment.
Big Lots Closing Many Stores But These 3 Remain In Capital Region
The popular discount home retailer has announced the closing of more than 80 stores nationwide, including 3 in New York. It's a classic case of good news, bad news if you are a big fan of the discount deals on home goods and more at Big Lots. According to a...
Weekend Outlook: Circus, Festivals, and More
There are a variety of events this weekend, including a festival, circus, live music, and more. See a list of Farmer's Markets here. Time: Saturday, 5 to 8 p.m. The town's free second annual Summer Festival returns this Saturday. The event will feature live music, kids' entertainment, including magic shows,...
Jay D. Sandler
Jay D. Sandler succumbed to AML (leukemia) on February 18, 2024 in the comfort of his home, with his wife Lisa, his kitty by his side, and several of his wonderful and loving caregivers from Emerald Helpers Caregiving, and the wonderful nursing staff of Caring Hospice. He had just turned 70.
NewsChannel 13 chief meteorologist Paul Caiano's WAMC regional morning forecast 7/25/24
Increasing sunshine with the chance of a shower or thunderstorm today. Highs in the lower 80s. Mostly clear tonight. Lows in the upper 50s to around 60. Mostly sunny with lower humidity tomorrow. Highs in the lower 80s.
Businesses fear Campbell Avenue closure will shut them down
Road construction on a busy thoroughfare in Troy has some business owners up in arms over a loss of business. NEWS10 speaking with those who fear they may have to close their doors and the mayor on when to expect the project to be completed.
BITS & BYTES: Julie Wosk at Berkshire Museum; Camilo Cárdena at Center for Peace through Culture; Bobby Previte at Hudson Hall; ‘Poor Herman’ at Arrowhead; Cheshire Summer Festival; Berkshire Lyric summer camp; Dalton United Methodist Church VBS
Berkshire Museum presents a talk with Julie Wosk, curator of ‘Imaging Women in the Space Age in the Space Age’. Pittsfield— On Saturday, July 27th at 2 p.m., Berkshire Museum presents Julie Wosk, curator of “Imaging Women in the Space Age in the Space Age,” a talk on images of female astronauts and aviators, as well as space-age females in movies, fashion, and television.
Women’s Golf to Host Invitational, Announces Fall Schedule
ALBANY, N.Y. - The University at Albany women's golf team is set for an exciting fall as the Great Danes announced the first half of their 2024-25 schedule, Thursday. This fall's slate includes an exciting first for the Great Danes and head coach Colleen Cashman. "This upcoming season is going...
Breaking barriers and uncorking diversity in New York's spirits industry
In a spirits industry where diversity is often lacking, Milton Wright is pouring change, one bottle at a time. Wright, an Army veteran and owner of Albany Wine & Spirits, represents a select group. African Americans make up just 8% of the industry's labor force and 2% of executives, despite representing 12% of consumers, according to Pronghorn, an organization focused on diversifying the spirits industry.
Big Body Butcher Shop Owner Cody Shields Charged With Arson
Washington County resident Cody Shields, age 33, of Argyle, was arrested on suspicion of arson Wednesday, July 24, in connection with a fire that destroyed his Albany County business, The Big Body Butcher Shop in Colonie. The Central Avenue business was gutted when flames broke out in the early hours...
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