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New York does not offer plates to Gold Star families, the immediate relatives of service members killed while on active ...
22/07/2024

New York does not offer plates to Gold Star families, the immediate relatives of service members killed while on active duty.

Adam DeMarsico, whose older brother, Army Spc. Michael DeMarsico, was killed by an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan in 2012, wants to change that.

Adam DeMarsico wants to honor his brother in New York the same way he did in Massachusetts.

REVIEW: As daffy, caricatured and slapstick as a cartoon, “Boeing Boeing” at Barrington Stage Company is near-perfect fa...
22/07/2024

REVIEW: As daffy, caricatured and slapstick as a cartoon, “Boeing Boeing” at Barrington Stage Company is near-perfect farce.

Barrington Stage's revival of the classic French comedy ‘Boeing Boeing’ soars as farcical perfection

“New York will be strongly Kamala Harris country,” Hochul said.
22/07/2024

“New York will be strongly Kamala Harris country,” Hochul said.

Gov. Kathy Hochul, long one of Joe Biden's most ardent supporters, pledged to throw New York's considerable political clout behind Vice President Kamala Harris.

Two members of the New York state military forces have been honored for 35 years of military service upon retirement.
22/07/2024

Two members of the New York state military forces have been honored for 35 years of military service upon retirement.

Duty Calls column: Two people were honored recently for 35 years of exemplary duty

Capital Region native Joe Nicchi spent two years figuring out how to make store-bought soft-serve ice cream taste like i...
22/07/2024

Capital Region native Joe Nicchi spent two years figuring out how to make store-bought soft-serve ice cream taste like it’s coming out of a machine.

Now that he's cracked the code, you can buy CVT Soft Serve ice cream at Price Chopper.

CVT Soft Serve ice cream trucks began as a Los Angeles sensation, and the product is now sold in pouches at supermarkets, Live Nation venues.

Cannabis is growing more popular across every generation in the U.S., reportedly surpassing daily alcohol use.However, r...
22/07/2024

Cannabis is growing more popular across every generation in the U.S., reportedly surpassing daily alcohol use.

However, research efforts and the dissemination of public knowledge on proper dosage and side effects are lagging due to federal restrictions on cannabis.

W**d has reportedly become more popular than alcohol, but misconceptions and lack of strong research could be skewing data.

Delta Air Lines continued to struggle to restore operations days after a faulty software update caused technological hav...
22/07/2024

Delta Air Lines continued to struggle to restore operations days after a faulty software update caused technological havoc worldwide and resulted in several carriers grounding flights.

Airlines, including Delta Air Lines, continued to struggle to restore operations days after a faulty software update caused technological havoc worldwide

Neighbors are pushing for the state DEC to take action against a cryptocurrency mining facility in Niagara County over a...
22/07/2024

Neighbors are pushing for the state DEC to take action against a cryptocurrency mining facility in Niagara County over air emissions and noise pollution that have also drawn concerns from environmental advocates.

The North Tonawanda City Council approved a two-year moratorium on crypto mining Tuesday, but existing plant will continue

As with most people in his profession, ZaQuan Irby is never too far from his coach’s whistle.In its second year, Irby ov...
22/07/2024

As with most people in his profession, ZaQuan Irby is never too far from his coach’s whistle.

In its second year, Irby oversees a co-ed track and field camp, geared to students entering grades three through eight.

One week event gives those in third through eighth grade a chance to try different events

In case after case, women told the church’s pastor, the Rev. Thomas Trouwborst, that their husbands had mistreated them,...
22/07/2024

In case after case, women told the church’s pastor, the Rev. Thomas Trouwborst, that their husbands had mistreated them, their children or both. In vulnerable moments, they sought his spiritual counsel, his protection and — when all else failed — his approval for a religious divorce.

Instead, they felt they were met with resistance, disbelief and condemnation.

Several women said Rev. Thomas Trouwborst, pastor at Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian Church, dissuaded them from leaving marriages they said were abusive.

A record number of senior CPAs and accounting professionals are planning to retire in the coming years, according to the...
22/07/2024

A record number of senior CPAs and accounting professionals are planning to retire in the coming years, according to the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. In response, firms are trying to encourage more college students to study accounting.

Fewer college students are studying accounting, but CPA firms are making their pitch to high schoolers that the industry is full of possibilities and flexibilit

COMMENTARY: A trip to see baseball in Willie Mays' old stomping grounds turns into a look back at how far America has co...
21/07/2024

COMMENTARY: A trip to see baseball in Willie Mays' old stomping grounds turns into a look back at how far America has come.

A trip to see baseball in Willie Mays' old stomping grounds turns into a look back at how far America has come.

Nicholas Criscone, the principal of Glen-Worden Elementary School, died Saturday according to an announcement made by Sc...
21/07/2024

Nicholas Criscone, the principal of Glen-Worden Elementary School, died Saturday according to an announcement made by Scotia-Glenville Central School District Superintendent Susan M. Swartz. He was 50 years old.

Nicholas Criscone, 50, remembered as "compassionate" as community mourns longtime teacher and administrator at Glen-Worden Elementary School.

Stefanik called on Biden to resign immediately following his announcement; Gov. Kathy Hochul said Biden "one of the grea...
21/07/2024

Stefanik called on Biden to resign immediately following his announcement; Gov. Kathy Hochul said Biden "one of the greatest champions of working families."

Stefanik called on Biden to resign immediately following his announcement; Gov. Kathy Hochul said Biden "one of the greatest champions of working families."

EDITORIAL: "Mr. Schumer, at long last, has called on Mr. Menendez to resign. He needs to do more, and join the growing n...
21/07/2024

EDITORIAL: "Mr. Schumer, at long last, has called on Mr. Menendez to resign. He needs to do more, and join the growing number of his members who want to see Mr. Menendez expelled from the chamber as soon as possible."

It's been 10 months since the arrest of the senator from New Jersey. Now he's a convicted grafter. The chamber needs to eject him immediately.

BREAKING: President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection ...
21/07/2024

BREAKING: President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election.

President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 race.

“I’d be sticking my neck out a little bit, but I think the sport could really enjoy seeing a filly take on the colts,” K...
21/07/2024

“I’d be sticking my neck out a little bit, but I think the sport could really enjoy seeing a filly take on the colts,” Kenny McPeek, Thorpedo Anna's trainer said, alluding to the Travers. “Whether it’s Genuine Risk or Winning Colors or Swiss (Skydiver) — I’ll look at the numbers, look at them really hard and try to make an educated decision if I think we can run with them."

Filly wins third straight Grade I race, has trainer considering Travers as next step

John Hand from the Hand Melon Farm described the heat as “uncomfortable to work in.” For Dale Ila Riggs, owner of The Be...
21/07/2024

John Hand from the Hand Melon Farm described the heat as “uncomfortable to work in.” For Dale Ila Riggs, owner of The Berry Patch of Stone Wall Hill Farm in Rensselaer County, the heat has harmed turnout at the farm’s “pick your own'' events. Attendance at the events they’ve had so far has been low.

National Grid, Northeast Regional Climate Center, NWS, American Farmland Trust and local Altobelli, Hand Melon, Berry Patch, Stanton farms discuss weather.

A 21-year-old Albany man was charged Thursday with using 3D printers to manufacture unregistered ghost guns, State Polic...
21/07/2024

A 21-year-old Albany man was charged Thursday with using 3D printers to manufacture unregistered ghost guns, State Police announced.

State Police said they seized 3D printers and other parts used to make ghost guns from an Orange Street residence Thursday in Albany.

What's the best place to celebrate National Ice Cream Day? There are plenty of options:
21/07/2024

What's the best place to celebrate National Ice Cream Day? There are plenty of options:

Nothing says "summer" like ice cream. But no matter the season, there's no wrong time for ice cream.

Police repeatedly used a loudspeaker commanding people to leave the building with their hands above their heads. At abou...
21/07/2024

Police repeatedly used a loudspeaker commanding people to leave the building with their hands above their heads. At about 9:10 p.m., police warned whoever they thought was inside that they were going to breach the building — and a short time later sent a flashbang-type device through the window.

However, after a search warrant was obtained, the building was found to be vacant, police said.

Heavily police presence Saturday night focused on Madison Avenue building in the city of Albany.

For the sin of leaving her husband — a man who Alison Gerardi had for years told her pastor was abusive — the church lea...
21/07/2024

For the sin of leaving her husband — a man who Alison Gerardi had for years told her pastor was abusive — the church leadership elected to “erase” her after she requested to leave.

Several women said Rev. Thomas Trouwborst, pastor at Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian Church, dissuaded them from leaving marriages they said were abusive.

Mark A. Robinson, a 60-year-old Albany County legislator was the de facto leader of a bustling, illegal ma*****na trade ...
21/07/2024

Mark A. Robinson, a 60-year-old Albany County legislator was the de facto leader of a bustling, illegal ma*****na trade a quarter century ago in Albany. Now, the impending opening of his licensed cannabis storefront — Robinson’s Dispensary — marks a major milestone in the legacy of a family that endured the hammer of the nation’s war on drugs.

The opening of cannabis shops marks a major milestone in the legacy of a family that endured the hammer of the nation’s war on drugs.

Among the reasons for Playhouse Stage Company to produce “Legally Blonde: The Musical,” far down the list likely was to ...
21/07/2024

Among the reasons for Playhouse Stage Company to produce “Legally Blonde: The Musical,” far down the list likely was to make the longest and most effective commercial possible for PSC’s youth-training programs.

But that’s among the results of the funny, smart and mildly cheeky show, which opened Friday at Cohoes Music Hall and runs through Aug. 11.

Playhouse Stage Company's production of "Legally Blonde," a musical adaptation of Reese Witherspoon movie, is ideal theater introduction for young teens

Dara Silbermann spent an estimated $3,500 over several months cultivating a 150-square foot “living fence” around her Tr...
21/07/2024

Dara Silbermann spent an estimated $3,500 over several months cultivating a 150-square foot “living fence” around her Troy property. On July 3, the city cut it all down — removing everything from a black raspberry patch to cultivated pockets of mint.

Troy claims Silbermann's property at 492 Second St. was an "eyesore" impeding sidewalk accessibility. Silbermann is disputing that w**d ordinance violation.

Can you guess the price of this exceptional Ulster County home?
21/07/2024

Can you guess the price of this exceptional Ulster County home?

Looking for a little peace and quiet? This could be your sanctuary: 20 acres of private woods, waterfalls and ponds surround an elegant home with a guest house.

Were you Seen at the YWCA of Northeastern NY's "Strive to Thrive" fashion show at Frog Alley Brewing?
21/07/2024

Were you Seen at the YWCA of Northeastern NY's "Strive to Thrive" fashion show at Frog Alley Brewing?

Were you Seen at the YWCA of Northeastern NY's "Strive to Thrive" fashion show, on July 18 2024, at Frog Alley Brewing in Schenectady N.Y.?

Neighbors are pushing for the state Department of Environmental Conservation to take action against a cryptocurrency min...
20/07/2024

Neighbors are pushing for the state Department of Environmental Conservation to take action against a cryptocurrency mining facility in Niagara County over air emissions and noise pollution that have also drawn concerns from environmental advocates.

The North Tonawanda City Council approved a two-year moratorium on crypto mining Tuesday, but existing plant will continue

Gov. Kathy Hochul requested a federal emergency declaration from President Joseph Biden to support recovery efforts afte...
20/07/2024

Gov. Kathy Hochul requested a federal emergency declaration from President Joseph Biden to support recovery efforts after severe weather pummeled the state this week, her office said Saturday.

Lightning strikes and 31-ton boulders: here are some shocking images in the aftermath of Tuesday's storm.

UAlbany's Mike Simpson to be inducted into Athletics Hall of Fame alongside other sports legends.
20/07/2024

UAlbany's Mike Simpson to be inducted into Athletics Hall of Fame alongside other sports legends.

UAlbany announced Tuesday that Mike Simpson, its former defensive coordinator, will be enshrined in its Hall of Fame Sept. 27

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Large flames visible Thursday into Friday from I-90 and I-787 in Albany were due to a planned burn-off of a rail car filled with propane at the Global Partners property on Erie Boulevard. The burn began around 2 p.m. on Thursday and was expected to last around 30 hours. The Global Partners facility is a rail-supplied propane and butane terminal on the Canadian Pacific rail line near the intersection of I-90 and I-787. Police did not give a reason for the burn-off.

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region. Friday (7/19): Guilderland Restaurant Week: All weekend “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”: All weekend at Capital Repertory Theatre “Footloose”: All weekend at the Clifton Common Stage “Legally Blonde: The Musical”: All weekend at Cohoes Music Hall “Becoming Dr. Ruth”: All weekend at Curtain Call Theater Upstate Art Weekend: All weekend throughout upstate New York Nas: July 19 at the Palace Theatre Blueberry Festival: July 19 at Warrensburgh Riverfront Farmers Market Brat party: July 19 at Lucas Confectionery Saturday (7/20): Red, White & Blueberry Celebration: July 20 at Bowman Orchards Stuyvesant Plaza Summer Market: July 20 Harbor Jam concert series: July 20-21 at Rivers Casino & Resort S&S Brewery Summer Bash: July 20 Sunday (7/21): Malta Outdoor Flea Market: July 21 at the Malta Drive-in Bark, Brew & Tattoo: July 21 at the Saratoga Springs City Center

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region. Friday (7/12): “The Marvelous Wonderettes”: All weekend at the Washington Park Lakehouse “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”: All weekend at Capital Repertory Theatre Ted’s Fish Fry 75th anniversary sale: All weekend at participating locations The Big Bounce America: All weekend at Ellms Family Farm Tri-City ValleyCats vs. New Jersey Jackals: All weekend at Joe Bruno Stadium New York City Ballet at SPAC: All weekend in Saratoga Springs Schenectady County SummerNight: July 12 Fitz and the Tantrums: July 12 at Empire Live Saturday (7/13): Downtown Schenectady Tater Trot: July 13 Tacos for Life: July 13 in Cohoes MVP Kids Day with My Little Pony: July 13 at West Capitol Park Albany Twilight Market: July 13 in Quackenbush Square Trey Kennedy: July 13 at The Egg Marcus King: July 13 at the Palace Theatre Sunday (7/14): Troy Pride Festival: July 14 at Riverfront Park Postmodern Jukebox: July 14 at The Egg

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region. Friday (7/5): “A Long Affair: Surrealism 1924 to Now”: All weekend at the Hyde Collection Camp film series: all weekend at Spectrum 8 Theatres “Guys and Dolls”: All weekend at Universal Preservation Hall “The Marvelous Wonderettes”: All weekend at the Washington Park Lakehouse Dave Matthews Band: July 5-6 at SPAC A Groovy Dance Party: July 5 at Albany Distilling Co. Dive bar launch party: July 5 on Lark Street Saturday (7/6): Mechanicville Family Day in the Park: July 6 at Talmadge Park “Così Fan Tutte”: July 6 at Universal Preservation Hall Sunday (7/7): Albany’s Big Gay Market: July 7 in Washington Park Plantella Albany Houseplant Expo: July 7 at the Joseph E. Zaloga American Legion Post #1520 Mokoomba: July 7 at Music Haven

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region. Friday (6/21): “Rent: The Musical”: All weekend at Lark Hall “The Squirrels”: All weekend at the Sand Lake Center for the Arts “The Marvelous Wonderettes”: All weekend in Washington Park Niall Horan: June 21 at SPAC Albany Water Lantern Festival: June 21 at the Empire State Plaza Saratoga Silverball show: June 21-22 at the Wilton Mall Pride Night Out: June 21 in Troy Saturday (6/22): Roger Daltrey: June 22 at Tanglewood Art on Lark: June 22 on Lark St. Round Lake Antiques Festival: June 22-23 Juneteenth Celebration: June 22 at the Tang Museum A Big Gay Market: June 22 at Camp Unirondack Sunday (6/23): Saratoga Pride Festival: June 23 at High Rock Park Kool & The Gang and En Vogue: June 23 at Tanglewood

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Police and airport officials briefed the public Monday afternoon on a plane crash that occurred near Albany International Airport that morning. Some Times Union staffers either witnessed the crash or felt the impact, which occurred just a few blocks from the newsroom. Officials say a female pilot was killed, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region. Friday (6/14): “Rent: The Musical”: All weekend at Lark Hall Commemorative Air Force AirPower History Tour: All weekend at Richmor Aviation “The Secret Garden”: All weekend at Pitney Meadows Community Farm Saturday (6/15): Capital Strawberry & Wine Festival: June 15-16 at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium Schaghticoke Strawberry Festival: June 15 at the Schaghitcoke Fairgrounds Strawberry Saturday: June 15 at Samascott Orchards Juneteenth Block Party: June 15 at Albany Black Chamber of Commerce “A Water Bird Talk”: June 15 at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Capital District African Heritage Parade: June 15 at Washington Park Corinne Bailey Rae: June 15 at The Egg Hootie and The Blowfish: June 15 at SPAC Sunday (6/16): Dad Fest: June 16 in Washington Park 2nd annual Cars on Union: June 16 on Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs

2024 NEW YORK VOTER GUIDE: What’s on your primary ballot. Your vote will decide who advances in these local races on June 25. TAP HERE for the full voter guide: https://trib.al/SHU5ihu

"Back to the Future" screenwriter Bob Gale and composer Alan Silvestri appeared onstage after the first performance of "Back to the Future: The Musical" at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, N.Y., on Thursday, June 6, to dedicate the show to "the dreamers" and implore their cheering fans to open themselves up to their dreams.⁠ ⁠ Gale also said that the Thursday evening audience, which marked the production's first preview performance before embarking on a nationwide tour, was the largest crowd the musical has ever played for.

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region, featuring the Belmont Stakes Festival in Saratoga Springs and the second weekend of Pride festivities in the Capital Region. Friday (6/7): “Godspell”: All weekend at Fort Salem Theater “The Secret Garden”: All weekend at Pitney Meadows Community Farm “Back to the Future: The Musical”: June 7-8 at Proctors “Web”: All weekend at the Sand Lake Center for the Arts Belmont Stakes Festival: All weekend in Saratoga Springs 22nd annual Cambridge Valley Balloon Festival: June 7 at Cambridge Central School Saturday (6/8): A Big Gay Market: June 8 in Washington Park Shaker Heritage Society summer craft fair: June 8-9 at the Shaker Site Albany’s Twilight Market: June 8 in Quackenbush Square Flutist Brandon Patrick George with the Albany Symphony: June 8 at EMPAC in Troy The New York Capital District Renaissance Festival: June 8-9 at Indian Ladder Farms Sunday (6/9): Capital Pride Parade & Festival: June 9 in Washington Park

Saugerties resident Tyffani Haines said she spotted a harbor seal on the lower part of the Esopus Creek in May. She thinks it’s the same seal named Laysan that has been known to return to the area every year. TAP HERE for the full story: https://trib.al/00KzohU

Take a ride with us on the new Bobcat #rollercoaster at Six Flags Great Escape in Lake George! It's the first new coaster built at the park since 2003, and it brings the coaster total there to seven. The Bobcat replaces the Alpine Bobsled, which closed at the end of last season after 25 years of operation. The Bobcat is 1,413 feet long, 55 feet high, and speeds riders along at 40 miles per hour for 80 seconds of thrills!

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region, featuring the first weekend of Pride festivities in the Capital Region.

If you missed out on the luminous display of auroras earlier in May, you’re in luck — they could make a return in early June.⁠ ⁠ Because of the sun’s 27-day rotation cycle, the powerful sunspot that emitted a significant flare in May is becoming visible again and will be Earth-facing June 6 — just as the new moon arrives. This alignment could create a stunning aurora display.⁠ ⁠ TAP HERE for the full details: https://trib.al/o33m6GC

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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and, of course, Memorial Day ceremonies and parades in the region. Friday (5/24): GottaGetGon 2024 folk festival: All weekend at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds Great Adirondack Garage Sale: All weekend in the Adirondack Park “Driving Miss Daisy”: All weekend at Albany Civic Theater South Glens Falls Memorial Day Parade: May 24 Albany Firebirds vs. West Texas Desert Hawks: May 24 at MVP Arena Saturday (5/25): The Beach Boys: May 25 at SPAC Memorial Meltdown: May 25-26 at Charles R. Wood Park Queer Field Day: May 25 in Washington Park Albany All Stars Roller Derby vs. Ladies' Death and Derby Society: May 25 at the Washington Ave. Armory East Greenbush Memorial Day Parade: May 25 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony: May 25 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery 2024 Ballston Spa Memorial Day Parade: May 25 Sunday (5/26): Albany’s Biggest Pop-up Market: May 26 at the Bachata Room Albany Patroons vs. Frederick Flying Cows: May 26 at the Washington Ave. Armory

Much like the Kentucky Derby has its mint julep, the Belmont Stakes too has a signature cocktail: The Belmont Jewel. It's a refreshing blend of bourbon, lemonade and pomegranate juice. In honor of the third leg of the Triple Crown running at Saratoga this year, Bocage Champagne Bar in downtown Saratoga Springs is putting its own bubbly twist on the tradition 🍾🍹

Albany's reputation as a place where folks refer to hamburgers as "steamed hams" is fake. It's actually a joke from an episode of "The Simpsons." #thesimpsons #steamedhams #albany #upstatenewyork

THINGS TO DO: Looking for things to do in the Capital Region this weekend? Here's our weekly curated list of can't-miss exhibits, concerts, theater and sporting events, festivals and outings in the region. This week we have everything from huge sporting events to the St. Sophia Greek Festival to a Mario Kart tournament!

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