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Camp Is-Sho-Da Honors Eight Woodswomen Girl Scouts
East Greenbush, N.Y. (WRGB)- The Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York awarded eight Girl Scouts with their Woodswoman badge and certificate on Wednesday. A ceremony was held in the camp's pavilion with family and friends who came out to support the Woodswomen. "So the Woodswoman is a six year badge...
Hilltown cell service an ‘ongoing issue’ with no clear solution
HILLTOWNS — Forget video chats, high-speed downloads, and all the innumerable benefits of broadband. Some Hilltown residents would just like to be able to make a phone call. Cell service in the rural community is infamously spotty, but concern over the issue has largely been overshadowed by broadband, at least in terms of government activity. Most of the Hilltown governments are making various efforts to obtain funding and convince private companies to build out internet infrastructure.
Wynantskill man charged with unlawful surveillance of female coworker
Selkirk, NY (WRGB) — A Wynantskill man has been arrested for allegedly recording a female co-worker by hiding a camera under her desk, according to Bethlehem Police. Christopher R. Salisbury, the owner of Salisbury Pro Sealers on Elm Avenue, has been charged with unlawful surveillance, a second-degree, Class E felony.
Police: Man Threatened Woman with Gun, Machete in Saratoga County
The excellent police work by the Saratoga County Sheriffs de-escalated a potentially very volatile situation this week after a man threatened to take the life of a woman he knew by first holding a gun to her head, then manacing her with additional threats of a machete. The Saratoga County...
Pop-Up Movie Night and BBQ
The City of Troy is proud to present our Pop-Up Movie Night featuring The Sandlot. The Troy Fire Department will also be serving up hamburgers and hotdogs from 5pm to 6pm, with the movie starting at 6. This event is FREE (food included!) and open to the public. This time,...
Summer fun winds down in Hudson
HUDSON–The Hudson Department of Youth runs a six-week summer camp for kids from July 8 to August 16 at Oakdale Park. The camp is free, and the campers are supplied with breakfast and lunch and a variety of activities including field trips, cooking lessons provided by the Sylvia Center, and an exploration of the area and frog hunt led by the Columbia Land Conservancy, and swimming lessons. Also associated with the Department of Youth is a bicycle coop. Kids learn to ride and repair bikes and campers age 10 and over can build a bicycle for themselves.
Local nonprofits receive donations to support community initiatives
CHATHAM–Representatives from local non-profit organizations were presented with donations to fund a wide-variety of community projects from the Bank of Greene County’s Charitable Foundation at the bank’s Chatham branch. These non-profit groups provide a wide range of assistance and services to their local communities. This year, a total of $421,000 will be awarded to over 370 local non-profit organizations from the Bank of Greene County’s Charitable Foundation.
Police: Rensselaer man had crack cocaine
A Rensselaer man is accused of possessing crack cocaine. Albany County sheriff’s deputies were patrolling the area of South Pearl Street and Madison Avenue after a business owner complained about an uptick in crime. They stopped Glendell Ellis, 58, for a traffic violation. He had around one ounce of crack cocaine, which was packaged for sale, investigators said.
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
Another Store Files For Bankruptcy, Closing Many New York Stores
Another day and another popular business is filing for bankruptcy and closing a number of stores in New York. On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported an "affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment" filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is closing at least 10 New York gyms.
National Weather Service: “Above” Average Precipitation This Winter In New York
The calendar says it's only mid-August, but weather experts are giving snow lovers exciting news about the upcoming winter. As I write this article, the date says August 15. However, Fall is near. Halloween stores are opening, and pumpkin spice season is days a way. In fact, Dunkin' is now selling a "spiked" pumpkin spice latte with 6% ABV. CLICK HERE to find out more.
Most Air Pollution Found In These Parts Of New York
Higher levels of air pollution are found in these areas of your hometown in New York. The New York State DEC released the results from the first phase of the State’s "historic effort" to monitor air quality. DEC Releases First Phase Results of Statewide Community Air Monitoring Initiative. The...
Here We Go Again: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Returns to Upstate New York
The entirety of New York State is under an air quality alert due to smoke billowing in from the raging Canadian wildfires. Summer 2023 was memorable because of one thing: the Canadian Wildfires. The thick, pungent smoke painted the skies gold and partially obscured the sun. Not only did the smoke make it look slightly apocalyptic outside, it also made it reek of campfire.
Two Men Convicted of Running Illegal New York Sports Betting Ring
Two men in Rochester, New York, have been convicted of running an illegal sports betting ring, following an investigation by Homeland Security and the IRS. Louis P. Ferrari II, 42, and Dominic Sprague, 40, were convicted Thursday on charges of conspiracy to transmit wagering information in interstate commerce and conducting an illegal gambling business.
When are the free admission days and special days for NYS Fair 2024?
Geddes, N.Y. — The New York State Fair opens Wednesday, Aug. 21 and once again features a variety of special days with free attendance and events for specific groups. General adult tickets to the fair cost $8 (up from $6 in 2023) and are available online. Parking is $12 per vehicle, up from $10 in 2023. Fair admission will once again be cashless (card only).
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