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“Big Money” Winning Mega Millions Tickets Sold In New York
It was a lucky night for two Mega Millions lottery players in New York. The New York State Lottery announced that two "Big Money" winning tickets from last night's Mega Millions drawing were sold in New York. READ MORE: CHECK OUT THE LARGEST LOTTERY JACKPOTS EVER WON IN NEW YORK...
Sibling Success: Clarke Duo Dominates NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship
(WNY News Now) – Stafford, N.Y. – Evan and Audrey Clarke triumphed at the 11th NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship, achieving a stellar seven-under-par at Stafford Country Club. The brother-sister pair combined for seven birdies and an eagle, finishing five strokes ahead of the competition. The brother-sister duo...
Summer programs teach English language and much more
On Thursday, students in the beginning stages of learning English got lessons in literacy, math and navigating life in their new country. Welcome to summer school at the Dual Language and Newcomer programs at Albany International Academy. They serve almost 200 students in grades kindergarten-12 who hail from all over the world and now call Albany their home.
Extended School Year rocks along
It’s NOT just work, work, work at the Extended School Year Program at Albany School of Humanities!. On Wednesday, students in kindergarten-grade 12 had lots of hands-on fun in art, music, tennis lessons and Special Olympics training. These enrichment activities support the work students are doing to keep up in English, math, science and social studies over the summer.
Summer music lessons keep students in the groove
Elementary-, middle- and high-school maestros are staying on top of their craft while school is out, thanks to band and strings lessons the City School District of Albany is offering through its Summer Arts Program. On Wednesday morning, orchestra teachers Anthony Berman and Cameron Newman practiced with a string quartet...
Evan Drew Resigns Women’s Golf Post
LOUDONVILLE, NY – Evan Drew, who spent the past season serving as the head coach of the Siena Women's Golf program, has announced his resignation. Drew has accepted a position as an assistant coach on the women's golf staff at the United States Naval Academy. "I'd like to thank John D'Argenio for the opportunity to serve as the head coach of the Siena Women's Golf program," said Drew. "I look forward to seeing the growth of the program in the coming years. There is a lot of talent on the roster, and the future is bright." Drew led the Saints...
New leader takes helm at National Guard headquarters in Troy
New York Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Katie Schin has taken command of the 42nd Infantry Division’s Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion. A ceremony took place at the division’s headquarters in Troy, earlier this month. The information was just released on Tuesday. Schin, who is from Ballston Spa, joined...
GOOD NEWS!: Community garden seeks to relieve food insecurity
COEYMANS HOLLOW — Combining the great outdoors with the prospect of fresh food and a love of community — how can you go wrong?. The Community Gardens at Trinity are open for their inaugural season and everyone is welcome to come and partake. “In our community garden, anyone...
Draft for town’s future defines both challenges and opportunities
GUILDERLAND — After initially claiming it was under no obligation to disclose the document publicly, the town of Guilderland recently released the draft update to its two-decade-old comprehensive plan. A committee has worked for nearly two years with a consultant to draft the update, which the town supervisor hopes...
Clover Pond Vineyard wins 11 medals at New York Wine Classic
GUILDERLAND — Less than a decade after starting their vineyard, Joyce and James Besha have won 11 medals at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic competition. The annual competition, organized by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation, is independently judged by the Beverage Testing Institute. “We work...
Giant vegan cookies coming to Ballston Quarter food hall
Monster-sized sweet treats are coming to Ballston Quarter’s food hall later this summer. MidnighTreats, a regional bakery selling giant vegan cookies, is expected to open by mid to late August, owner Jemal Mahdi tells ARLnow. It will occupy the former kiosk of District Doughnut, at the entrance to Ballston Quarter Market.
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