Greene County man allegedly assaulted 3-year-old girl
A Greene County man is accused of assaulting a 3-year-old girl. Lameik Wilson, 24, of Cairo, is accused of intentionally causing serious injury to the child.
Troy’s Public Library just got a lot cooler
Between June and August, the Troy Public Library’s downtown branch had 34 unplanned closures. Children’s programs, summer reading, and auxiliary services were all canceled for large chunks of the summer because the building was simply too hot. Built in 1897, the branch was one of the last public...
Historic Schenectady school now affordable housing for seniors
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A former school in the city of Schenectady has been transformed into an affordable, senior housing community. Elmer Avenue Elementary School is now Elmer Gardens. The $23 million, 51-unit community is for residents ages 55 and older. It is all-electric, energy efficient, and offers...
Upcoming ice fishing tournaments in the Capital Region
Now that winter is in full swing, several Capital Region parks and groups are preparing for upcoming ice fishing tournaments.
Albany police officer, co-defendant released after drug arrests
Officer Nathan Ensel and Leocadio Espinal pleaded not guilty to drug charges in city court Saturday. A Rensselaer County Court judge this week.
Albany hiker, dog get lost in High Peaks amid snow squalls
Forest rangers were called to the state's 12th-tallest mountain last week to rescue a hiker from Albany who brought their dog on a hike and lost the trail.
Confusion, fury after more than 300 cars towed in Albany snow emergency
Residents express fury and city leaders question success of public messaging after major snowstorm.
Popular Albany County Mexican Restaurant Expanding & New Location
With a focus on lively entertainment and mouthwatering brunch, East Greenbush is a new go-to destination for Mexican cuisine.
Senior centers serve as a lifeline during New York cold spell
As single-digit temperatures grip upstate New York, senior advocates are urging people to check on older neighbors. At the Rensselaer County Senior Center, an otherwise frigid winter day starts with lunch, conversation and a warm room full of familiar faces. “The people we have lunch with, almost on a daily...
The $40 Metro-North Train Route From Grand Central To Albany Has Officially Been Cancelled
New Yorkers were just months away from getting a much cheaper, scenic alternative to Amtrak for trips to the state capital. But this week, the dream of a $40 Metro-North ride to Albany was officially derailed. Amtrak has confirmed it will no longer allow Metro-North to extend service to Albany , canceling a proposed...
