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Insects Spreading Fatal Brain Swelling Virus In Upstate New York
Insects in at least 10 Upstate New York counties tested positive for a virus that kills about 33 percent of those infected and leaves others with mild to severe brain damage. The New York State Department of Health issued an advisory urging New Yorkers to take personal protective measures to avoid mosquito bites.
New road safety technology coming to Colonie, Guilderland, Clifton Park
Colonie, Guilderland and Clifton Park EMS will bring in a new technology to help save more lives across the state. Colonie EMS said they want to reduce the chances of fatal accidents on all roadways.
Rensselaer County man gets 7 years in prison for dragging trooper with ATV
Man gets 7 years in prison for dragging trooper with ATV. A Rensselaer County man was sentenced on Friday to 7 years in prison for dragging a state trooper with an ATV. Joseph Dominy, 19, of West Sand Lake, was arrested after the incident on March 1 just before 5 p.m. The trooper attempted to stop Dominy who was illegally operating the ATV in the area of Johnny Cake Lane in Sand Lake.
Neighboring mayor: Infrastructure grants are out there
COXSACKIE — Has a nearby local community found the secret sauce to securing infrastructure funding?. Neighboring Coxsackie has emerged as a model of community resilience and resourcefulness, successfully tapping into public funds to drive local development. By leveraging state and federal grants, Coxsackie is revitalizing its infrastructure, enhancing public...
RPI Stung Late Against SUNY Geneseo
TROY, N.Y.- The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) field hockey team suffered a 3-2 setback against SUNY Geneseo this evening at Harkness Field. Abby Peterson and Ria Patel scored one goal each for RPI, while Lauren McCarthy provided an assist to the Engineer attack. Peterson opened the scoring with a clean...
Retail hardware store undergoes rebranding
GNH Lumber, Incorporated has rebranded its company to highlight each aspect of what the store sells. Now named, "GNH Lumber & Home," the transformation signifies the company's commitment to serving home builders, contractors and those who like to design, decorate and remodel by yourself.
Rensselaer woman charged after police say she intentionally struck a man with car
A woman was arrested Thursday morning after police say she intentionally hit a man with her car. Angel Vandebogart, 28, of Rensselaer, was charged in connection with a vehicular assault incident Thursday morning on Lexington Avenue, according to police. On August 29, at 7:30 a.m., officers responded to Central Avenue...
Champions Week: Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk
The final stop along the "Champions Week" tour takes us to a program that has been a model of consistency over the last few seasons: Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk. But the three-time defending Class B champs are undergoing some major changes, and a new chapter in the program's history begins next week.
UAlbany football ushering in new season with LIU
College football returns to the Capital Region Saturday as UAlbany opens up the 2024 season. The question on a lot of people's mind: "How will the Great Danes follow up the greatest season in program history?" Well, the answer to that question will start to take shape Saturday night.
The Legislative Gazette - Beacon, New York becomes the latest city in the Hudson Valley to embrace the state’s good cause eviction law
(Airs 08/30/24 @ 10 p.m.) The Legislative Gazette is a weekly program about New York State Government and politics. On this week’s Gazette: Beacon, New York becomes the latest city in the Hudson Valley to embrace the state’s good cause eviction law, we’ll speak with the Democrat challenging Elise Stefanik in the 21st Congressional, and we’ll take you to the Schaghticoke fair.
Volleyball opens 2024 season with win over Siena
EASTON, Mass. - The Holy Cross volleyball team defeated Siena College at the Skyhawk Invitational at Stonehill College to mark their first win of the 2024 season on Friday, Aug. 30. The Crusaders were able to solidify their win in the fourth set of the match in a back-and-forth battle with the Saints.
Engineers Come Back From Two Goals Down Before Last-Second Defeat at Cortland
CORTLAND, N.Y.- The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) women's soccer team fought back from a two-goal deficit before suffering a last-second defeat at Cortland tonight. RPI trailed by two goals in the first 45 minutes, but netted two strikes after halftime to level the action late. Meadow O'Connell score both goals...
Live Around The 518: General Electric pioneers technology that changes lives
General Electric had a huge impact on Schenectady. From Thomas Edison’s first incandescent light bulb to the latest jet engine brimming with 3D-printed parts, GE has pioneered technologies that have spurred world-transforming changes and improved the lives of billions. GE also transformed Schenectady from just another city into a...
Live Around The 518: SCCC instructor pens Schenectady’s official song
The city of Schenectady has its own official song. The song was written and produced in 2016 by Cliff Brucker, a music instructor at Schenectady County Community College. He’s taught there for 15 years, according to his website. The song, called “Schenectady’s The Place,” is performed by Amanda Cuthbert...
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