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‘Saddest Dog Ever’ Pic is Breaking Hearts All Over Capital Region
Writing posts every time a dog, cat, or household pet goes missing would be impossible; unfortunately, pets are lost or abandoned daily. But occasionally, we stumble across something so heartbreaking and sad that it'd be impossible not to post about it. I hope this poor good boy returns to his rightful owner; it's the saddest-looking pup I've ever seen, worse than some of the animals you see in Sarah McLachlan's "Animal Cruelty Videos."
Upstate NY Corgi Racing Has Gone Viral in New Video
A new level of cuteness and chaos has been unlocked at an upstate New York county fair after its corgi race devolved into an absolute free-for-all. County fair organizers certainly know which special ingredients to add to their events to make them memorable. While many Dutchess County, NY residents will tell you that the must-try experience at the Dutchess County Fair are the famous 4-H milkshakes, there was a different star a little further north.
Dave Raves! Barstool CEO Dines Out At Popular Albany Restaurant
Barstool Sports president and viral pizza guy Dave Portnoy has reviewed plenty of slices around the Capital Region but rarely ventures down to Albany for an entire meal. Still, the small business advocate took a break from betting horses and creating digital content on Thursday night to have a nice Italian meal at a popular Albany restaurant.
Wildlife sightings around the Capital Region
A 220-pound fish, a 14-foot-long snake, and big cats abound, oh my! From over 200-pound fish pulled from the Hudson to bear sightings galore, the Capital Region has seen quite the array of wild (and sometimes marine) life over the past few years.
Today’s Women: Tommie Burch
A local yoga instructor, now author, just recently wrote a children’s book called ‘Being Me Is Special.’. After teaching kid’s yoga for more than three years, Tommie Burch was searching for the perfect literature to include in her classes. Tommie quickly learned if you want something done...
In light of issues surrounding the Albany Airport Authority Board, lawmakers raise questions about the state’s authorities (again)
The late Assemblyman Richard Brodsky, who once called New York state’s hundreds of authorities “quasi-public, Soviet-style bureaucracies” that constitute a “shadow government,” helped create the five-member Public Authorities Control Board (PACB) which helps oversee the state’s hundreds of authorities, and which must receive a resolution of approval prior to entering into any project-related financings.
Rocky Horror Picture Show Returns to The Palace Theatre
The Kids of Albany’s annual production of Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to the Palace Theatre with the toast and toilet paper flying on October 21st. This year will be the Kids of Albany’s 15th performance of Rocky Horror at the theater. Since its release in 1975, a...
Local barber shop to offer 'resources for a successful school year'
The first day of school will be upon us sooner than later and one local barber is setting kids up for success with a stylin' new cut. The Barber Lounge, located in Loudon Plaza on Northern Blvd. in Albany, invites Capital Region families to the second-annual free “Back to School Community Give Back Day.” Owner Kevin George wants to help "alleviate the financial burden" of back-to-school season. He anticipates his team will provide 75-100 free youth haircuts and also provide additional resources to families, such as free meals, face painting and donated backpacks and school supplies.
Black Cherry-Is pretty sweet and hopes to get to know you
Greetings, I’m Black Cherry Just like the fruit, I’m pretty sweet and hoping to get to know you! I like sitting up high and seeing the world (or the room I share with my cat friends). Just like a cherry tree, I like to be tall and be seen! If I sound like a friend for you, come to the Lisa Mitzen Animal Care Center!
‘The end is near’ for iconic L.A. punk rock band who says this is their last tour — and their last album
STATEN ISLAND, N. Y. — Legendary punk rock band X, featuring dual lead singers John Doe and Exene Cervenka, the group’s original members who helped define the L.A. punk scene in the 1980′s, will embark on a farewell tour this fall, including two Upper New York State concerts.
Win Tickets To See Jason Bonham In Albany! It’s A Win On The App Weekend
Q1057 and 1035, the Capital Region's Classic Rock Station welcomes Jason Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening to the Palace Theatre in Albany on Wednesday December 4, 2024. Tickets for this show are on-sale now and you may check availability HERE. This weekend you also have the chance WIN tickets to the...
Clifton Park Laser & Wellness helping clients feel more beautiful
Local medical spa Clifton Park Laser & Wellness is helping area residents feel more beautiful in their skin. Owner and licensed esthetician Erin Ozinsky said she is proud to be part of this growing wellness center. “We have combined knowledge and experience of about 30 years,” she said. Offerings...
‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ sets records at Capital Repertory Theatre
ALBANY – “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” set new Capital Repertory Theatre records for both box office revenue and attendance since the theatre became part of Proctors Collaborative in 2013. […] The post ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ sets records at Capital Repertory Theatre first appeared on Spotlight News.
Blues superstar Joe Bonamassa plays the Palace in Albany on Tuesday
Joe Bonamassa plays the Palace on Tuesday with a two-hour concert mostly highlighting material from his two “Blues Deluxe” albums. “Blues Deluxe Vol. 2” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard blues chart, marking Joe's 27th No. 1 debut, the largest number in the Billboard blues chart’s history.
Thorpedo Anna Chasing History in Saturday's 155th Running of the Travers
Albany, N.Y. — The 155th running of the Travers is on the horizon. Last year, it was Arcangelo and trainer Jena Antonucci who claimed the Man O'War Cup. This year, big name horses such as the Belmont winner, Dornoch, Sierra Leone, and the filly running with the boys, Thorpedo Anna, all have their eyes on the prize.
“Job Security: A Composite Portrait of the Expanding American Security Industry” - new book from MIT Press and exhibition at UAlbany's University Art Museum
The new book is “Job Security: A Composite Portrait of the Expanding American Security Industry” by Danny Goodwin and Edward Schwarzschild. Danny is professor and chair of the Department of Art and Art History at the University at Albany SUNY. Edward is a professor and director of creative writing in the English department at the University at Albany.
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