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Hudson Film Festival Reveals Lineup for Second Edition, with Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Zia Anger, and More
The Hudson Film Festival, now in its second year in the quaint upstate New York town, has revealed the lineup for its 2024 edition.Disney+ Wants to Make You Finish What You've Started -- Report IndieWire exclusively announces Hudson’s program for its second year, running August 9-11, with all-access passes now on sale. Programming includes opening night feature “The Supremes At Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat” (Searchlight Pictures on Hulu), Sundance award-winning documentary “Daughters” (Netflix), “My First Film” (MUBI) from Zia Anger, Sundance Grand Jury Prize-winning documentary “A New Kind of Wilderness,” a 15th-anniversary free screening of Wes Anderson’s “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” and Cannes award-winner...
Thunderstorms with damaging winds and quarter-sized hail in Berkshire County Tuesday
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 7:31 p.m. valid until 8 p.m. for Berkshire County. The storms are packing quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 7:31 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Becket, or...
Rensselaer County man critically injured in motorcycle crash
A man from Rensselaer County is in critical condition after crashing his motorcycle over the weekend. It happened Sunday night on Route 20 in Berkshire County, near Birch Grove Road. The motorcyclist is a 24-year-old man from Stephentown, according to NewsChannel 13’s media partners at The Berkshire Eagle. He was...
Overturned 18-wheeler near route 40 and Northern Dr.
Troy, NY (WRGB) — Glenda Horn sent us this photo of an overturned 18-wheeler near Route 40 and Northern Drive in Troy. According to Troy Police, there are no injuries, the tractor trailer carrying rock material was the only vehicle involved and it tipped over onto it’s side.
Sheila E. concert at Empire State Plaza moved indoors
Percussionist and singer Sheila E. is set to perform at the Empire State Plaza on Wednesday with the concert starting at 5:30 p.m. Due to the anticipated bad weather, the concert has been moved inside to the Empire State Plaza Convention Center.
Gigantic Snake Killed After it Allegedly Tried to Attack Workers
A work crew in upstate New York reportedly killed a snake in "self-defense" after it tried to attack them last week. Earlier this week we told you about a work crew from Albany Water that was attempting to fix a water main in upstate New York when a gigantic snake reportedly came out from the woods and slithered its way to the work site. At first, it was reported that when the crew saw the snake they called the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) to report it, and soon after a DEC crew responded to capture and remove the snake.
This New York Hiker Cries For Help After Falling Off The Ledge Of A Cliff In the Catskill Mountains
The Catskill Mountain House was once a grand building that stood atop the Catskills High Peaks with a tremendous view of the Catskill mountains. The nearby Grand Hotel was a vacation destination for Presidents and the wealthy. Today the Catskill Mountain House Site still draws many visitors for hiking but you need to be careful.
Alumnus and television pioneer receives special honors
Member of the Class of 1954 and television pioneer Phil Beuth is being honored for his dedication to career and community. This fall, he will receive the inaugural Service to the Community Award from the Broadcasting + Cable Hall of Fame. And this summer, he was featured in the documentary, “WTEN-TV 70th Anniversary ... A Look Back,” for his role in the Albany (N.Y.) station’s beginnings.
NewsChannel 13 chief meteorologist Paul Caiano's WAMC regional morning forecast 7/17/24
A mix of sun and clouds and humid today with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the upper 80s. Cloudy with scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight. Lows in the upper 60s. Mostly sunny with much lower humidity tomorrow. Highs in the lower 80s.
Firebirds Hungry for Revenge, Excited for Opportunity to Win Another Title for the 518
Albany, N.Y. — Albany Firebirds fans, we're now just three days away from ArenaBowl XXXIII. Billings, Albany, #1 vs. #2 for all the marbles on Friday night. What a turn around it has been for Albany. From having their team terminated from the NAL in 2023, to being one of the last two teams remaining in the AFL's return season in 2024, championship football is back in the Capital Region.
TikTok star opens ‘pretty alright’ diner in Upstate NY
Steve Barnes Times Union, Albany, N.Y. (TNS) In mid-May, the chef and new restaurateur Dylan Longton told his 183,000 TikTok followers that he welcomed mugs themed to their hometown or state and would feature them in his Pretty Alright Breakfast Club, an Upstate New York diner that takes the place of the former Gracie’s Kitchen in Voorheesville. It started serving quietly last week and formally opens today.
University at Albany Lists 6 Greater Olean Area Grads
The following six individuals from the Greater Olean area are among the more than 4,650 students celebrated during the University at Albany's recent 180th commencement festivities: Morgan Davis of Allegany, master of science in curriculum development & instructional technology; Alexander Jodush of Olean, master of international affairs in international affairs; Brianna Painter of Olean, master of science in curriculum development & instructional technology; Keelan Seneca of Salamanca, bachelor of arts in communication; Grace Sherburne of Olean, master of regional planning in urban and regional planning, and Sarah Stolberg of Cuba, master of science in curriculum development & instructional technology. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Nas performing in Albany: Where to buy tickets as low as $33
Legendary rapper Nas will perform at the Palace Theatre in Albany on Friday, July 19 (7/19/2024). The concert starts at 8:00 p.m., with no opening acts listed. Nas, whose hits include “If I Ruled the World (Imagine That),” “I Can,” “One Mic” and “Oochie Wally” (with Bravehearts/QB’s Finest), is widely regarded as one of the greatest MCs of all time. He won his first Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, ”King’s Disease,” in 2021.
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