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Eastern New York Weather Alert: Scattered Thunderstorms and Flash Flood Risks
Albany, NY – Eastern New York is set to experience scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, potentially leading to locally heavy rainfall and flash flooding. According to the US National Weather Service in Albany, NY, slow-moving thunderstorms are expected, with high rainfall rates posing risks of nuisance flooding in urban, low-lying, and poor-drainage areas.
Arrest made in police pursuit on Northway
HALFMOON, N.Y. (WRGB) — A pursuit was initiated by New York State Police in Troy and continued onto I-87 in Halfmoon Tuesday evening, according to state police. Troopers said they attempted to pull over the driver at about 7:53 in the evening. The driver failed to comply. The pursuit...
In Focus: Cola and Galene No Fun
On Thursday, July 18, Cola and Galene gave us a night to remember at NO FUN in Troy. They played the perfect show for local indie rock fans. NO FUN is a live music venue on river street in Troy, an amazing place to hear live music and enjoy some drinks. NO FUN has a full schedule of upcoming concerts, so despite the name there’s lots of fun to be had.
Lawrence Gowan of Styx: Renegade of the Keys on the Current ‘Renegades and Jukebox Heroes’ Tour
In the 25+ years since joining Styx in 1999, keyboardist Lawrence Gowan has found a home anchoring the stage with his bandmates on top of an already successful (and still ongoing) solo career. The band has embarked on an extensive co-headlining tour this summer with Foreigner, supported by John Waite, coming to Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Tuesday July 30 with following performances in Pennsylvania and Massachusetts before venturing onward outside of the general northeast area.
Maplewood Park violence doesn't meet New York's mass shooting definition
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed into law last December a piece of legislation that defined a "mass shooting." She promised it would help release emergency funding and other resources to communities in grief. "Protecting the safety and well-being of all New Yorkers remains my top priority," she said in a statement. "But...
What’s Next – Shenendehowa’s James Redick
Each week this summer we’re featuring one of the Capital Region’s best student-athletes who just graduated high school on our segment “What’s Next?” We dive into what lies ahead, while looking back on their storied careers. Up this week? Shenendehowa graduate James Redick.
Saratoga Springs Commissioner Dillon Moran faces new lawsuit
Lisa Ribis, who had been secretary to the City Council since 2008, was dismissed from her position in April. Her lawsuit alleges that her direct supervisors, Moran, and Deputy Commissioner Stacy Connors, retaliated against Ribis following comments made by her husband, Joseph Ribis, during a February 2022 council meeting about Black Lives Matter demonstrations that shut down Broadway.
Q&A: Saratoga Springs-based Logan Spaleta discusses upcoming single ‘West 66th,’ new EP ‘Midnight Walks’
SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Aug. 9, Saratoga Springs and New York City singer-songwriter Logan Spaleta is set to release his latest single, “West 66th.” The pop rock ballad will be the lead single off the upcoming EP “Midnight Walks” and continues to be demonstrative of an ever-evolving songwriting style from Spaleta.
Sprawling & Eclectic Marylou Whitney Estate On Market For $16M
This historic 120-acre estate in Saratoga Springs, previously owned by Marylou Whitney and her husband, John Hendrickson, is up for sale. The property features a large 6,218 sq ft mansion from 1851 with 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. It includes amenities like a pool house, tennis courts, rose gardens, multiple garages, and additional buildings such as a chapel and an office. Check it out!
SCORES 7-30-24: Smith Post 24 wins Department of New York State championship for first time in 26 years // Diamond Dawgs season ends in PGCBL East Division Semifinals with loss to Stallions
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. -- Jack Lawless hit a sacrifice fly to right-center field in the bottom of the seventh, scoring PJ Summa to send Smith Post 24 into the state championship game against the Clinton County Mariners later in the afternoon on Thursday. Department of NYS Tournament - Final. Smith Post...
Empire State Child Tax Credit: NY families to receive a supplemental payment
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) —As a part of the state budget, millions of dollars were allocated to help moderate- and low-income families. “$350 million dollars, meaning one million New York families with children will be receiving a check in the mail by the end of August,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. Through the Empire State Child Tax […]
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