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Curbing teen crime in the summer
After a string of crimes committed by young people across the Capital Region last week, NEWS10 learned more about organizations that keep kids off the streets. Sky’s the Limit is one summer program that’s been successful at getting kids on the right track.
Angler Shatters New York State Record With Massive Largemouth Bass
There's a new state record for largemouth bass in New York. The honor belongs to James Britenbaugh of Pennsylvania who was preparing for an upcoming fishing tournament and reeled in a massive 12-pound, 6-ouncer from Cayuga Lake. The record-breaking catch beats the 37-year-old one by one pound and two ounces.
Out-of-state college students struggle to get continuous mental health care. What are lawmakers doing?
While many college students are home for the summer, some who cross state lines between home and school are struggling to navigate a complex mental health system. Namely, New York state doesn’t allow for inter-state telehealth therapy, and college students are particularly vulnerable to falling through the cracks. It’s...
New York State Home Improvement Program Supports Low-Income Homeowners
The Targeted Home Improvement Program (T-HIP) is overseen by the New York State Department of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) and it aims to provide support to low- and moderate-income homeowners in economically disadvantaged areas. The T-HIP program targets regions with a history of housing discrimination and segregated living patterns,...
Donjon Marine Awarded $19 Million Dredging Contract
Hillside, N.J. based marine services provider Donjon Marine has been awarded a contract worth more than $19 million for harbor maintenance dredging in New York and New Jersey. The $19,037,475 firm-fixed-price contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' New York District. Donjon was one of two bidders for the project.
Sammy Hagar Will Likely Never Meet the Officer Who Wrote the Ticket That Inspired “I Can’t Drive 55”
Sammy Hagar wrote “I Can’t Drive 55” after getting a late-night speeding ticket on his way home. The song went on to be a hit and a cornerstone of his discography. As a result, he has often talked about wanting to meet the patrolman who wrote the life-changing ticket. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like that is going to happen.
Hank Williams Jr. coming to Upstate NY: When, where, how much are tickets?
Country music star Hank Williams Jr. is celebrating the 45th anniversary of his 1979 album and song, “Family Tradition,” with a 2024 tour that includes three stops in Upstate New York. The Country Music Hall of Famer will perform first at the Bethel Woods Center of the Arts...
7/23/2024: A couple days of showers & storms
The latest Storm Tracker Forecast from meteorologist Matt Mackie: Steady rain this morning has prompted some flood concerns, especially in central Rensselaer County. Some spots have seen over 2 inches of rain. 1 to 2 inches has also fallen around the City of Albany, where a little more nuisance street flooding may occur as well. […]
Zoning board delays vote on cancer center’s parking variance until new plans are drawn to accommodate fire trucks
GUILDERLAND — Concerns raised by the Westmere fire chief caused the zoning board to delay voting on a parking variance for the proposed New York Oncology Hematology building to be constructed next to Crossgates Mall. The board’s chairwoman, Elizabeth Lott, said the variance will be considered “probably in August”...
Pop-up movie night in Troy offers family fun and free food
Looking for some fun in the sun Wednesday evening? 'Troy has it!'. The City of Troy and Mayor Carmella Mantello are hosting a Pop-Up Movie Night, with free family fun and activities. Community events are essential for our city,” said Mayor Mantello.“These events play a crucial role in building pride...
“Big Money” Winning Powerball Ticket Sold In New York
Check your Powerball ticket this morning. The New York State Lottery announced that a "Big Money" winning ticket from last night's Powerball drawing was sold in New York. The ticket matched four out of five numbers and also had the Powerball which means the owner of the ticket won the 3rd place prize of $50,000.
Disabled NYer’s are Victims of Gov. Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Pause
Michelle Alcaraz can’t use the closest subway station to her apartment because it doesn’t have an elevator. So whenever she wants to exercise her basic freedom of movement, she needs to point her wheelchair to a station nearly a half-mile out of her way. She’s one of tens...
Inflation rates continue to challenge small businesses
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (WRGB) — Since the COVID-19 pandemic small business owners have been biting the bullet of inflation. "Inflation is a thing, this time last year a 36-pound case of butter cost $130 and the same thing now costs $177,” said Daniel Chessare, Owner of Saratoga Broadway Deli.
Saratoga restaurant hosting watch party for local Olympic rowers
If you want to root for Team USA Including some local athletes, the Saratoga Rowing Association and Bright Sighted Media are throwing a big watch-party at Lago by Druthers in Saratoga. It’ll be in support of local rowers Kristi Wagner and Lauren O’Connor, and their coach Eric Catalano.
77-year man missing from NY State dies after being found in remote area of Peoria County
PEORIA (25News Now) - In what the sheriff said was one of the most difficult searches ever done in Peoria County, authorities have found a missing 77-year-old man from Green Island, New York. Unfortunately, John F. Dubaic died shortly after search crews found him in the brush close to the...
NY weather update: The current flood advisory will be expiring at 12:30 a.m.
The advisory was for Rensselaer County. "The Flood Advisory will expire at 12:30 a.m. early this morning for a portion of east central New York, including the following area, Rensselaer. The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat," says the National Weather Service. Your...
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