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Wynantskill girl honors emergency services with patch donation
Wynantskill girl honors emergency services with patches. A little girl from Wynantskill who loves to bring smiles to the faces of first responders, has struck again. Harlee, the namesake of Harlee’s Heroes, made a surprise visit to the North Greenbush Police Department and presented the chief with some of the patches she’s designed.
ValleyCats Finding their Groove, Claim Fourth Straight Win to Start Six-Game Homestand
Troy, N.Y. — It's always good to be back at home. For the ValleyCats, the Joe is where they'll be for the next six days. Tri-City's starting to hit their stride, fresh off a sweep at Sussex County, the 'Cats welcomed in first-place Quebec. Tri-City beginning their jam packed...
From washboards to airwaves: Blotto Rewind Part Two
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — If their songs were funny to listen to, they were even funnier to watch. The humor was always the trump card for us, and without that just another rock and roll band really,. Lee Harvey says. Blotto's homemade music video made waves -- thanks to...
Referee approves 80-townhouse land division
As expected, a referee has ruled for the City of Albany in two property owners’ appeal over a planned 80-lot subdivision in North Albany. Audrey Eldridge and Brad Dennis, both owners in North Albany, had challenged the city’s approval of Riverwood Crossing, a development of 80 townhouses along a new section of Laura Vista Drive south of Gibson Hill Road.
Colonel who came out as gay in obit being honored
The man who came out as gay in his own obituary is being honored with a special ceremony on Sunday. The story of Col. Edward Ryan using his own obituary to tell the world that he was gay went around the world. People were inspired that the decorated military man’s...
The Brownstein Family Band Welcome Jon Gutwillig in Ardmore, Busts-Out The Disco Biscuits’ “Jamillia” in Bridgeport
Photo Credit: Erik Kabik — Last week, The Brownstein Family Band took its jam-heavy show on the road for its first-ever solo headline tour. The group–featuring The Disco Biscuits’ Marc Brownstein and son Zach, plus Eggy’s Jake Brownstein and Dani Battat–brought its virtuosic hybrid sound to four Northeast venues in four days, giving engagements at The Homestead in Morristown, N.J., Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore, Pa., Lark Hall in Albany, N.Y. and Park City Music Hall in Black Rock, Conn. from June 26-29. Among these appearances, fans were treated to extra special shows on the second and fourth stops, which featured a sit-in from the Biscuits’ Jon Gutwillig and a bust-out of “Jamillia” respectively.
In Focus: Vanessa Carlton at Alive at 5
On Thursday, June 27, Vanessa Carlton performed at Albany’s Alive at 5, located at Jennings Landing, on the waterfront of Albany. Vanessa Carlton, originally from Milford, Pennsylvania and quickly moved to fame after her first single “A Thousand Miles” moved into the Billboards Top Ten. She was recently on tour with Stevie Nicks and is now making a few stops for summer concerts.
Women's Basketball Rounds Out Incoming Class
ALBANY, N.Y. - The University at Albany women’s basketball program and head coach Colleen Mullen have announced five additional newcomers ahead of the 2024-25 season. Joining the Great Danes incoming class of 2024 will be four transfers and one freshman. Going 25-7 in 2023-24, UAlbany saw its third-straight 20-win...
Capital Region BOCES students return after strong showing at national skills competition
ATLANTA (WRGB) — Two students from upstate New York showcased their skills in barbering and network technology over the weekend at the SkillsUSA national competition. Jacob Alaimo and Liam Pierce, recent graduates from Capital Region BOCES’ Albany Career and Technical Education (CTE) center, went to nationals after their success in the statewide competition earlier this year.
South Troy Pool Opened Monday- with Free Lunch
The kids took their first dive of the summer into the pool splashing around and hanging out with friends and family in South Troy Monday. " The opening is fun... It's really cold but it's still fun because I get to hang out with my cousins." Anaya, a swimmer said.
RPI Men’s Hockey 2024-25 Roster: Freshmen and Transfers Boost Team Strength
The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) men's hockey program, under head coach Dave Smith, reveals 11 new additions for the upcoming 2024-25 season, consisting of seven freshmen and four transfers, contributing to a diverse roster mix of forwards, defensemen, and goalies. 7 freshmen and 4 transfers join the team for the...
7/2/2024: A spectacular summertime day
The latest Storm Tracker Forecast from meteorologist Matt Mackie:. High pressure in control across the Northeast is keeping skies crystal clear today. That allowed for a cool or even chilly start to the day, with 40’s and 50’s for overnight lows. All the sunshine warms us quickly, we’ll...
Traffic stop leads to illegal gun possession arrest in Albany
On Monday, patrols from the Albany County Sheriff's Office pulled a car over near Central Avenue and Quail Street after witnessing a traffic observation. Deputies say an investigation led to the finding of a loaded Hi-Point 9mm semi-automatic firearm that he didn't have the right to possess. Deputies also say Mott was driving while impaired by drugs.
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