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Fromm Quartet to perform at EMPAC
Storytelling and Memory will be presented by the Tanglewood Music Center’s Fromm Quartet at the Curtis R. Priem Experimental Music and Performing Arts Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on Friday, Aug. 2, at 7 p.m. The post Fromm Quartet to perform at EMPAC first appeared on Spotlight News.
Niskayuna comptroller resigns, effective Aug. 16
NISKAYUNA, N.Y. (WRGB) — Town of Niskayuna Comptroller Beth Greenwood has resigned, effective Aug. 16. The resignation was noted in a Wednesday release, recapping the previous night’s Town Board meeting, though the resignation was not noted on the meeting agenda. Supervisor Jaime Puccioni said that Greenwood has accepted...
Police In Secret Cars Issued Insane Amount Of Tickets In New York
Police in secret vehicles helped issue nearly 40,000 tickets in a very short period of time. Just before the 4th Of July holiday, New York State Police announced a "crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions." Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From...
Popular Restaurant Chain with 30 New York Locations Raising Prices Again
While other restaurants are slashing menu prices to entice diners back through their doors, one well-known chain says their high prices are here to stay. With inflation squeezing more money out of American wallets, less people are going out to eat because of the high menu prices. One example is the fast good industry, which increased prices by 20% since 2019.
No injuries reported in Thornton Street fire in Albany
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Albany firefighters worked early Saturday morning to get a fire under control after it broke out at a residence on Thornton Street. First responders said they were called to the scene, between Second and Third Streets, at approximately 1:29 a.m. and responded only a minute later. By 3:41 a.m., the fire was marked under control.
Party At The Pier To Raise Money For FeedMore WNY
Coming up on August 1st, you can party at the Pier and help raise money for all the programs that FeedMore WNY runs across Western New York. Party at the Pier is one of FeedMore WNY's biggest fundraisers and it will take place on Thursday, August 1st from 6- 9 pm at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St. in Buffalo.
Cameo Agrees To Pay NY $25K For 'Misleading' Promotional Videos
Cameo will pay dozens of states, including New York, for failing to ensure customers knew that promotional videos on its site were actually paid endorsements.Baron App Inc., owner of the popular celebrity-shoutout-ordering website, agreed to pay $100,000 in penalties to 30 states as part of a settl…
New York Provides Free Overdose Emergency Kits to Domestic Violence Shelters
Domestic violence shelters and service providers across New York State now have access to free Overdose Emergency Kits. This initiative is a partnership between the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV), the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). The kits are provided through Project COPE (Community Overdose Prevention Education), funded by a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Mahaney Best On Stan Da’ Man Night At Albany-Saratoga
MALTA, NY – Mike Mahaney has had a lot of frustrating nights at Albany-Saratoga Speedway this season. Friday wasn’t one of them. On a night when everything was decent, from his race car to his starting position, Mahaney ended it in spectacular fashion, chalking up his first victory of the season in the 32-lap modified feature that highlighted the annual Stan Da’ Man Night at the historic Malta track.
Las Vegas man faces charges for threatening government officials, including Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 32-year-old Spencer Gear has been accused of threatening to assault and murder federal judges and state employees in Montana, Washington, D.C., New Jersey, and New York.
Spotlight on Business: Star Roofing: Still the best price 27 years in
As Star Roofing celebrates its 27th year, one thing remains true. They will deliver a great roof at a great price. The post Spotlight on Business: Star Roofing: Still the best price 27 years in first appeared on Spotlight News.
Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review - Episode 180
Each weekday morning, The Roundtable's Joe Donahue is joined by various experts, journalists, educators, and commentators to discuss current events. On Roundtable Panel: The Week in Review, we feature your favorite panelists discussing news items from the previous week.
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