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Field Hockey Comes Up Short at Union
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – The Vermont State University Castleton field hockey team fell to Union in the season opener on Saturday, 3-1. Zoe Martin made four saves, with Peyton Richardson scoring the lone goal for the Spartans with an assist from Arianna Spiezio. The Spartans had a scoring opportunity late...
First Saratoga Fatality Mars Saranac Stakes
Yet even if it was a once in a decade happening, the tragedy would not be any less. Uncle Mo — White Hot (IRE), by Galileo (IRE) Breeder: B. Flay Thoroughbreds (KY) Information provided by Equibase at time of entry. Pedigree Notes. Uncle Mo stands at Ashford Stud for...
Top prize wining TAKE 5 lottery ticket sold in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A TAKE 5 top-prize winning ticket worth more than $20,600 was recently sold in New York City, according to lottery officials. The New York Lottery announced one top prize ticket for the Take 5 Midday drawing, worth $20,656, was sold on Friday, Aug. 30 at Star Care Pharmacy, located at 17520 Hillside Ave. in Jamaica, Queens.
Section V football schedule for 2024 regular season and playoffs
To report Section V football scores: Coaches or team representatives are asked to send Section V football scores as soon as possible after games by emailing sports@democratandchronicle.com. Please include a name and contact number. On social: Follow our sports coverage on Instagram Here is the full 2024 Section V football schedule. It will be updated if opponent,...
‘A 5-alarm fire’: Overdose Awareness Day prompts pleas for action as someone dies every 3 hours in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In connection with International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase access to resources, funding and other support for emergency efforts to save people poisoned by fentanyl and other opioids. District Attorney Michael E. McMahon,...
Amsterdam man sentenced to nearly 8 years in prison for drug trafficking
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — An Amsterdam man was sentenced to nearly eight years behind bars Thursday, after pleading guilty to drug trafficking charges, prosecutors said. According to a release, Angelo Dalmau, 54, is set to spend the next 93 months in prison, followed by a three-year term of supervised release.
Two Italian fests coming to the Capital Region on Sept. 7
Festivals are starting to ramp up for the fall season and two Italian festivals are coming up on the same day. The Little Italy StreetFest in Schenectady and Amsterdam's ItaliaFest are set for Saturday, September 7.
Albany Police investigate shooting after man arrives at Albany Med with gunshot wound
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Albany Police are investigating a Saturday evening shooting, after they said a victim showed up at Albany Med with a gunshot wound. According to a release, at approximately 10:35 p.m. Saturday, staff from the Albany Medical Center Hospital notified police that a 30-year-old man had entered the emergency room with a gunshot wound to his leg. Upon arrival, the victim reportedly told officers that he had been shot in the area of Hudson Avenue and Lark Street.
Multiple agencies respond to ambulance crash in Schenectady
CAPITAL REGION, NY (WRGB) — Multiple agencies were at the scene of a crash in Schenectady involving an apparently stolen ambulance Saturday night. The crash happened shortly before 11:30 p.m., in the vicinity of Eastern Boulevard and McClellan Street. CBS6's crew at the scene observed the ambulance lying on...
Fire in Glenville mobile home park displaces 6 people
GLENVILLE, NY (WRGB) — Crews battled a fire in Glenville Saturday afternoon that left several people without a home. The Glenville Police Department reported a fully-involved fire within the Glenville Manor Estates mobile home park, at 413 Saratoga Road. The Red Cross is providing money for food, clothing, and...
First horse racing fatality of the 2024 season in Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (WRGB) — The final days of the regular 40-day meet at the Saratoga Race Course saw a devastating fall that claimed the life of a horse Friday. For the majority of the season, there had been no deaths during races, although three deaths had previously been reported during training.
Fatal Crash: 22-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Capital Region
A 22-year-old was killed in a two-vehicle crash in the region.It happened around 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, in Schoharie County in the town of Seward.An electric bicycle being operated by Mackenzie T. Bamberger of Cobleskill entered the intersection from Hill Road. It was then struck by a ve…
The “660 Feet” Law In Affect In New York State
There is a law on the books in New York State that anyone who owns property should be aware of. As the weather starts to cool off, and the leaves begin to change, many people start to think about being in the woods again. After the heat and humidity, and bugs, are gone, there is something special about the woods in the fall.
How Many DWI Arrests Were Made Last Year During Labor Day Weekend?
It's Labor Day Weekend and AAA is predicting heavy traffic on the roads and highways this weekend and once again, New York State Police will be out in full force to stop reckless driving through the holiday. Last year during the Labor Day weekend enforcement, Troopers in New York arrested...
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