$50,000 Powerball ticket sold in Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (WRGB) — A Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold in Saratoga Springs. The New York Lottery says the third-prize ticket for the Monday, July 13, 2026 drawing was sold at Dyehard Fan Supply, 267 Union Ave. Third prize means the ticket matched four numbers and the...
Churchill: Saratoga library buckles under pressure, silences horse racing critic
Patrick Battuello was surprised when the Saratoga Springs Public Library agreed to sponsor a talk claiming horse racing is cruel. He was also surprised when his talk was canceled.
From barbershop owners, to grassroots organizers, Albany residents come together to combat violence
On the corner of Henry Johnson Boulevard and Washington Avenue, stands True Images, a locally owned barbershop, celebrating 30 years next month. John Wafer is the owner, and has lived in Albany his whole life. For Wafer, that neighborhood is home, and his shop is a space for community connection. But that same communit
Controversial pavement markings removed from Niskayuna streets
Niskayuna, NY (WRGB) — The red street markings that were once called an "eyesore" by residents of Niskayuna have been removed. Before the paint was removed, Schenectady County Spokesperson Erin Laiacona said the markings were meant to calm traffic, create clearly designated on-street parking, and improve sightlines for
Twin Bridges adds fuel surcharge to trash bills
Twin Bridges Waste & Recycling has added a 10% fuel surcharge to its July residential service bills to compensate for the rise in diesel fuel prices.
New laundromat in Troy opens, touting itself as one of the region’s largest facilities
Troy Mega Laundromat’s owner said the number of machines and their capacity make his Lansingburgh facility one of the largest laundromats in the Capital Region.
Police Urgently Seek Tips in Philmont Store Robbery
State Police are asking witnesses and community members to help identify those responsible for a late-night robbery at a Main Street convenience store. New York State Police are seeking the public’s help with a Philmont robbery investigation after an incident at the Cumberland Farms convenience store on Main Street. In
After ire, red pavement stripped from Niskayuna road
Highway crews ground out painted blacktop that drew the ire of residents of Grand Boulevard last week.
DOJ memo threatens community support as Capital Region provider expands
Founded in 1967 as a group of parents providing for their preschoolers, Wildwood has since expanded to offer daily programming to more than 100 individuals with developmental and learning disabilities in the Capital Region. A recent Department of Justice memo could endanger the organization’s efforts. Wildwood’s newest
Schenectady veteran gets free roof through national program
A Navy veteran in Schenectady has a new roof through a national program that donates roofing materials and labor.
