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Bethlehem Area Weekly Police Blotter April 24: Second suspect arrested in Facebook Marketplace gone wrong
NJ man involved in December incident at Vista incident SLINGERLANDS – The second suspect involved in a robbery incident that occurred on December 27 on Vista Blvd was taken into […] The post Bethlehem Area Weekly Police Blotter April 24: Second suspect arrested in Facebook Marketplace gone wrong first appeared on Spotlight News.
Fatal Catskill Crash: Woman ID'd As Victim On I-87
It happened around 6:40 p.m. Friday, April 19, in Greene County, in the village of Catskill, on I-87. A preliminary investigation at the scene determined that a 2004 Ford Escape was traveling northbound in the passing lane between Exit 20 (Saugerties) and Exit 21 (Catskill), when, for an unknown reason, it exited the roadway, went through the guide rail, struck an earth embankment, and overturned, New York State Police said.
Daniel Rosch Charged In Serial Stewart's Shops Robberies
Albany County resident Daniel Rosch, age 42, of Watervliet, was arrested on multiple counts of robbery Wednesday, April 24. Watervliet Police said Rosch was behind four robberies that occurred between December 2023 and February 2024, three of them at the same Stewart’s Shops store at 2458 2nd Avenue in Watervliet.
Weston Receives FAA Drone Pro Designation
BETHLEHEM – Craig Weston, Chief Pilot of Sky Photos LLC has been accepted by the Federal Aviation Administration as a Safety Team Representative Drone Pro. FAASTeam Representatives are responsible for […] The post Weston Receives FAA Drone Pro Designation first appeared on Spotlight News.
Mystery retailer may move into Glenmont Plaza
Buzz hoping for Trader Joe’s but not disclosed GLENMONT – Circulating rumors say a proposed grocery store for the Glenmont Shopping Plaza at Route 9W and Feura Bush Road will […] The post Mystery retailer may move into Glenmont Plaza first appeared on Spotlight News.
Lead actress in Catskill High School musical speaks out ahead of opening night
CATSKILL, NY (WRGB) — It was finally opening night Friday in Catskill for the high school's musical performance of Cinderella, after more than a month of controversies including staff suspensions, firings, protests, and packed meetings. Last month we reported on how during a rehearsal for Cinderella, a student wouldn't...
Mike and Whilma Willsey had deep local roots
My father, Warren F. “Mike” Willsey, had deep ancestral roots in the area as did my mother, Whilma Wolford Willsey. I think it is important to recognize this remarkable heritage at the time of his passing. Mike’s ancestors, the Ball and Dietz families, were among the first European...
Update: Construction Scammer Jumps To Death On Capital Region Highway Ahead Of Sentencing
This story has been updated.New details are emerging after a man jumped to his death from atop an interstate overpass in the region, shutting down the highway for over an hour.The Albany County incident happened at around 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, near the I-90/I-787 interchange in Albany. Ear…
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At the April Hilltown Seniors meeting, President Alyce Stevens Gibbs introduced guests Dennis Palow, Berne’s town supervisor, and Al Thiem, Berne Town Board member. She explained Denis and Al were present to hear the members’ questions and suggestions regarding improving the Community Center/Senior Center. The speakers were warmly welcomed by the 58 attendees.
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