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Habitat for Humanity dedicates Saratoga Springs home after years of community support
A family from Saratoga Springs has finally moved to a new home after years of community effort. It’s a gray morning and Brenda Meyre and her children Rebecca and Keith Cherney are all smiles taking shelter from the rain on their new porch. "It feels really good. It’s over...
Walmart store in Upstate NY changes self-checkout policy amid theft concerns
GLENMONT — As part of a national trend, a Walmart store in Upstate New York is limiting the the use of self-checkout lanes in most instances to shoppers who are buying 15 or fewer items. Those buying more items at the Glenmont (Albany County) location will have to go through traditional lanes where store clerks will check them out.
Governor Hochul announces shootings with injuries are down 29% in the state
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday shooting incidents with injury have declined 29% across New York State for communities participating in New York's Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) initiative. The data is from a seven-month period from January to July for 2023 and 2024. “Keeping...
Albany Civil Rights icon Dr. Alice Green dies at 84, leaving behind a legacy of social justice and community empowerment
Dr. Alice Green, a social justice pioneer for Albany, died yesterday at 84. The post Albany Civil Rights icon Dr. Alice Green dies at 84, leaving behind a legacy of social justice and community empowerment first appeared on Spotlight News.
Athletics Announces New Football Game Day Parking Setup
ALBANY, N.Y. – The University at Albany Department of Athletics is excited to announce finalized plans for a new football game day parking setup ahead of the 2024 season. Starting with the "Black Out" home opener against LIU on Aug. 31, Dutch Lot, which has traditionally been used as the primary single game parking and tailgating area, will shift to the grass fields located adjacent to Tom & Mary Casey Stadium.
Massage Therapy with Laura Brown 8/21/24
According to the Mayo Clinic, massage therapy can have a great number of physical and mental benefits. We explore this world today with Laura Brown of Capital Region Therapeutic Massage. Call in at show time with your question. 800-348-2551. Ray Graf hosts. Laura Brown has a Masters in Physical Therapy...
Semiconductor deal announced with government of Hokkaido at nanotech campus in Albany
A New York non-profit that facilitates semiconductor research has announced a development agreement with Japan. NY CREATES at the Albany NanoTech Complex works with partners around the globe to advance semiconductor technology. On Tuesday, it signed a new agreement with the government of Hokkaido, Japan. Leaders say the new collaboration...
Men’s Soccer Opens Season at Niagara
ALBANY, N.Y. – The University at Albany men's soccer team is ready to start its 2024 season with a game one road trip to Niagara University on Thursday night. The Great Danes will face off against the Purple Eagles at 6:00 p.m. with coverage on ESPN+. Game Info. Thursday,...
Beacon goes for good cause, following in Albany’s footsteps
Another city in New York opted into good cause eviction legislation this week. The Beacon City Council unanimously adopted a resolution prohibiting evictions without “good cause” in a vote on Monday night. The resolution was made possible in part due to the state budget deal reached several months ago.
Five More Festivals Happening Before The End Of Summer In WNY
Just because the Erie County Fair is over, doesn't mean you've had your last piece of fried dough yet. It's no secret that the end of the Erie County Fair in Western New York is one of the biggest signs that the summer is coming to an end. Normally that's when people get excited about football games, start closing up their pools, and start to get ready for the kids to head back to school.
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