Albany police’s legacy of wrongful convictions continues to grow
Five men who were serving potential life sentences have had their convictions overturned in the last decade as Albany police tactics in the 1990s face mounting scrutiny.
Albany Neighborhood Relieved After Young Black Bear’s Safe Tree Rescue
Albany, New York – Residents along Raymo Street and Second Avenue faced an unusual disruption to their morning routines when a young black bear perched high in a neighborhood tree, prompting street closures and drawing crowds of onlookers. The one-year-old male bear had climbed the tall tree around 2 a.m. on Tuesday, April 21, refusing ... Read more
Contractor accused of taking payment for job he allegedly never started, deputies say
SARATOGA COUNTY, NY (WRGB) — A Milton man was arrested on fraud charges after he accepted money for contract work he never completed. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jeremy Ostrander, 35, on April 22nd for grand larceny in the 4th degree (class E felony). The Sheriff’s Office...
Cooking for a cause: Albany officials, chefs team up for fundraiser
Proceeds from the second iteration of “Cook-Off for a Cause” will go toward the non-profit organization Hive of Hope.
68-year-old woman hit and killed by Amtrak train in Rhinecliff
A 68-year-old woman was hit and killed by an Amtrak train Saturday morning at the Rhinecliff Train Station, according to New York State Police.
PHOTOS: Super Mario airplane touches down at Albany International Airport
It was Mario time at Albany International Airport on Thursday when a special Super Mario-themed aircraft touched down on the runway.
Man arrested on child exploitation charge in Albany
ALBANY, NY — A construction superintendent turned himself in to authorities after allegedly downloading child sexual exploitation videos from a device he was supposed to report to police. Hernando Lamela, 53, of White Plains, New York, was arrested April 17 on a charge of possessing a sexual performance by...
Springfield Cops Nab NY Shooting Suspect At Union Station
A man wanted in connection with a New York shooting was arrested Thursday morning at Union Station in downtown Springfield after a coordinated multi‑agency operation. Police took 36‑year‑old Andre Blanks into custody at about 7:30 a.m. on Frank B. Murray Street, officials said. He is being held on a fugitive‑from‑justice court warrant tied to an alleged shooting in...
Albany pre-K program renewed day after closure announcement
On Friday, parents sent their children to the Albany Jewish Community Center's after-school pre-K program at the Albany School of Humanities for the final time. Yesterday afternoon, parents, like Motier Haskins, learned the program would be open for one more day.
Outpouring of love for Albany airport bartender following viral video
An Albany International Airport bartender who recently went viral on social media celebrated her birthday on Friday. Kathy Winn has become known for brightening travelers’ days while remaining a steady presence during arrivals and departures.
