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Judge Denies Ex-Rep. George Santos’ Request To Dismiss Charges Against Him In Fraud Case
Federal Judge Joanna Seybert declined former Rep. George Santos’ (R-New York) request to dismiss some of the fraud charges against him. On July 19, Seybert denied Santos’ motion, ruling that he failed to meet the legal standards. Santos sought to have the charges of aggravated identity theft and...
Gov. Hochul unveils proposal to turn former prison into affordable housing units
CHELSEA, Manhattan (PIX11) — A former prison in Manhattan that has been shut down since 2012 might finally be repurposed. The Bayview Correctional Facility on West 20th Street could be converted into 124 affordable housing units, Governor Kathy Hochul announced Monday. The proposed project, titled Liberty Landing, was selected after Hochul called for proposals to […]
The Circus Arts Conservatory makes first trip to Berkshire County
LENOX, Mass. – Juggling, balancing and other fun acts are being performed at Duffin Theater. The Circus Arts Conservatory is bringing the circus to Berkshire County. This will be the first time they will be in Bekrshire County. The Circus Arts Conservatory aims to continue the legacy of the...
Northville man arrested in Edinburg for grand larceny
The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a Northville man in connection to a three wheeler and four wheeler larceny. Logan Jones, 18, was charged with one count of third-degree grand larceny, a class D felony, following an investigation.
Ballston Spa mayor: Plans underway to fix cell reception
There is a plan in place in Ballston Spa to fight cell service issues from last year. The Saratoga County Office of Emergency Management plans to place a Verizon COLT on the property. That stands for Cell on Light Truck. There is also a plan to place a permanent tower...
The political animal: Joe Rossi’s journey through Albany’s cannabis maze
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. Albany is a strange city. It’s visually impressive yet nondescript. Grand 19th-century legislative chambers and tall office buildings populate a downtown that bustles during legislative sessions but can feel empty in the summer.
Albany man arrested with fentanyl during police chase on Sherman St.
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — A 20-year-old Albany man is in custody on drug charges following an investigation by Albany police on Monday, July 22, 2024. On July 22, around 1:55 p.m., Albany police detectives attempted to stop Zamale Howard in the area of Sherman St. and Robin St. in reference to an ongoing investigation, according to Albany police.
Watervliet names new city court judge
Jasmine Norman has been appointed as the new judge for Watervliet City Court. Mayor Charles Patricelli selected Norman to replace Peter Torncello, who is retiring. Norman has a bachelor’s degree in economics and a minor in government from Smith College and a law degree from SUNY Buffalo Law School. She currently works as deputy general counsel litigator for the New York State Office of Cannabis Management.
Sammy Hagar Will Likely Never Meet the Officer Who Wrote the Ticket That Inspired “I Can’t Drive 55”
Sammy Hagar wrote “I Can’t Drive 55” after getting a late-night speeding ticket on his way home. The song went on to be a hit and a cornerstone of his discography. As a result, he has often talked about wanting to meet the patrolman who wrote the life-changing ticket. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like that is going to happen.
Harckham and Levenberg Announce $50K of Funding for Peekskill’s CHHOP in State Budget
New York State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Dana Levenberg announced today that they were able to secure $50,000 of funding in the FY2024-2025 State Budget for the nonprofit Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP), which provides a number of important services to homeless residents, veterans and survivors of domestic violence in the community, as well as helping residents facing food insecurity through its food pantry.
Warren Co. study: STRs boosting home prices, curbing availability
QUEENSBURY | During a July 19 Warren County Board of Supervisors meeting, Queensbury at-large Supervisor Brad Magowan blasted the conversion of area homes into short-term rentals, echoing conclusions aired in a county meeting weeks earlier. “The price of housing is outrageous,” he said, adding that wage earners, young families and...
What I've Learned: Billy Floyd Night with Greg
GLENS FALLS (WRGB) — Greg celebrated Billy Floyd Night in Glens Falls on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The Glens Falls Dragons and the Adirondack Thunder came together to honor the man who excites the fans of both teams. It turned out to be a night full of surprises.
Albany man accused of stealing wallet, using credit card
An Albany man is accused of using a stolen credit card. The wallet was left unattended at a Troy business. Lucas M. Fernandez, 35, allegedly took the wallet on June 14, State Police said. Fernandez is then accused of using the victim’s credit card several times. He was found...
Could staffing shortage lead to local prison closures?
ALBANY, New York (WWNY) - Keeping a state prison from getting closed could be having enough staff to run the facility. We’ve learned a staffing shortage is not only a problem at some facilities but a death blow with two state lockups near Albany now closing within 90 days.
Rensselaer Police search for found puppy’s owner
Rensselaer Police need your help reuniting a lost puppy with its owner. The dog was found near Aiken Avenue and South Street Monday morning, police said. No one had claimed him by Tuesday afternoon, police said. At least one person has stepped forward as a potential adopter, but police must wait five days before the dog is released, they said.
New York forest rangers conduct nearly 20 rescues in one week
The New York State DEC responded to more than a dozen calls for help over the course of a week, most of which were in the Adirondacks. One call for a dehydrated hiker in Keene required assistance from a New York State Police helicopter. Another call involved reports of an unresponsive hiker who had passed out in her car at the Adirondack Mountain Reserve.
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