Pawpaws to the rescue: UAlbany planting trees to reduce heat on city sidewalks
As climate change warms up Albany, students at University at Albany are trying to get the air temperature to go down 10 degrees by planting hundreds of pawpaw trees.
Colonie Mohawk River Park hosts Summer Celebration with Fireworks Tomorrow
The event is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. The post Colonie Mohawk River Park hosts Summer Celebration with Fireworks Tomorrow first appeared on Spotlight News .
Albany fire department swiftly extinguishes early morning blaze on Benson Street
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — The Albany Fre Department responded to an early morning fire at 176 Benson Street. Chief Gregory told CBS6 that the crew was dispatched at 2:55 Saturday morning, and they arrived just 5 minutes later. The fire around the front porch area of the residence was...
Man with history of assaults at Plaza arrested for burglary at same store
A homeless man with a history of incidents at the Market 32 was back in trouble on July 21 for allegedly stealing items from the store. He was banned from entering the New Scotland Road store from prior incidents, for which he was overdue in court—so the charges were elevated to burglary. The post Man with history...
Juniors Brings Big Flavor to East Greenbush
With TVs tuned to the big game, hearty pub fare, and a fresh modern vibe, this new Rensselaer County restaurant is a hit with foodies. Juniors in East Greenbush opened in late May at 580 Columbia Turnpike, bringing a new neighborhood sports bar and grill to the Route 20 corridor.
Free People Movement opens in Stuyvesant Plaza
Free People Movement celebrated its grand opening in Stuyvesant Plaza on Friday.
Horse euthanized at Saratoga Race Course after sustaining inoperable injury in Race 10
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (WRGB) — A horse racing on Friday was euthanized on Friday after suffering an inoperable injury, according to NYRA officials. It happened during the running of Race 10 at the Saratoga Race Course, State of Readiness (#7), was pulled up by jockey Joel Rosario after sustaining an injury to the...
Police: Drivers ticketed in Saratoga for offering ride share services without permission
Eight drivers in Saratoga Springs were ticketed Friday, August 15 for allegedly offering ride sharing services without permission, the Saratoga Police Department said.
‘Matcha boom’ sparks price hikes in Capital Region as demand outpaces supply
The global matcha shortage, high demand and tariffs on the product have impacted local tea shops and cafes.
Inaugural Dapper Dog fashion show set to unleash canine charisma in Albany
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Is your dog the most dapper in town? Local entrepreneur Angelo Maddox, Jr. is inviting Capital Region pet owners to showcase their pups at the Dapper Dog event for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. This unique canine fashion and talent showcase is...
