Gilbane-Turner JV breaks ground on $1.7B New York public health facility
A joint venture of Turner Construction and Gilbane Building Co. has begun construction on a $1.7 billion public health facility in New York state, according to a Jan. 27 announcement from New York City-based Turner. Architect HOK is serving as design partner. The new Wadsworth Center will bring five unconnected...
The Best Chicken Wings In New York Are Hiding Inside This Unassuming Restaurant
In a state known for Buffalo wings, finding truly exceptional chicken wings requires venturing beyond the obvious spots – and Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Troy, New York might just be hiding the state’s most delicious secret. Tucked along the Hudson River in a sturdy brick building with industrial charm,...
Ex CFO accused of stealing $4M+ from Albany firm in massive embezzlement scheme
Prosecutors in Upstate New York say a trusted finance executive turned a family electrical business into his personal bank account, siphoning off more than $4 million over five years. The former Chief Financial Officer of an Albany firm is now accused of orchestrating a sprawling embezzlement scheme that allegedly...
Saratoga County man faces assault charges for attacking driver
CORINTH, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A Corinth man was charged with a felony after police said he assaulted the driver of a car he was riding in. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office was called to a home on Stark Road in the town of Corinth around 6:50 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31. It was reported that […]
Wood-fired restaurant closes its doors in Schenectady
Ember & Cork, located at 469 State Street in Schenectady, has permanently closed its doors. According to the Ember & Cork website, the restaurant's final day was January 31.
O’Mara calls affordability Albany’s top test
Skyrocketing costs and state mandates took center stage in Albany last week as lawmakers began digging into the proposed state budget. That’s the backdrop for a new column from state Sen. Tom O’Mara, who argues that affordability has become the defining issue facing New York residents and businesses. He points to...
New parking system in downtown Schenectady sparks confusion
The city has introduced LAZgo, a mobile parking payment system, across parking lots, garages and on-street parking on and near State Street.
Mom found guilty of murdering her daughter gets 25 years to life in prison
Persia Nelson, the mother found guilty of murdering her 11-month-old daughter, Halo Branton, will serve 25 years to life in prison.
Schenectady mother sentenced to maximum in baby’s hypothermia death
Persia Nelson was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for the March 10, 2024, death of her daughter, Halo, who was found dying in a utility box at GE.
Stabbing leaves 15-year-old injured in Albany
Albany, NY (WRGB) — Albany Police are investigating a stabbing incident involving a teen that occurred Sunday. Police say officers responded around 4:05 p.m. on February 1 to the area of Lark Street and Orange Street for reports of a person who had been stabbed. When officers arrived, they located a 15-year-old male...
