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Meet Ghost, a rat taught to drive by a special education classroom

For the past five months, special education students at the Richard A. Desrochers Educational Center have been teaching a rat to drive a car, play basketball, and navigate mazes.

Wynantskill, NY · 2d

ajot.com

Albany Port District Commission welcomes new board members

The Albany Port District Commission (APDC), the Port of Albany-Rensselaer’s governing body, welcomed two new Commissioners (Corcione and DeFrancesco) appointed by NY Governor Hochul, and celebrated the retirement of a third (Tagliento). Born, raised, and a resident of Albany, Commissioner Andy Corcione serves as the Vice President of Capitalize...

Albany, NY · 1d

Times Union

South Colonie hires firm to combat racism; parents say admins should be fired instead

The embattled South Colonie school board hired a consultant Tuesday night to help the district address the wave of racism reports made by current and former students.

Colonie, NY · 1d

WRGB

South Colonie schools approve $20,000 inclusivity contract after racist video surfaces

Weeks after a racist video involving South Colonie students circulated online, the South Colonie school board approved a $20,000 contract with The McLean Collective aimed at improving inclusivity in the district, a move some community members said still does not address the root of the problem. The board approved a...

Colonie, NY · 2d

Times Union

Albany Airport CEO: Departure hall to be completed by February

CEO Stephen Clark said overall project should be done by mid-2027 and that work was proceeding despite multimillion-dollar lawsuit from contractor.

Albany, NY · 9h

NEWS10 ABC

Albany eatery to offer Dolly Parton-themed menu to benefit public library

An Albany restaurant will be hosting a Dolly Parton-themed celebration on Friday to benefit the Albany Public Library.

Albany, NY · 3d

NEWS10 ABC

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Capital Region Wing Wars returning for 21st year

Get ready for a competition. A chicken wing competition. Capital Region Wing Wars is returning for its 21st year on Saturday, November 14.

Troy, NY · 2d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

State lawmakers will hold hearing on landfill challenges, including dwindling capacity

State lawmakers will hold a hearing to discuss challenges with maintaining the state’s landfills, which could run out of capacity in the next two decades.

New York · 2h

WRGB

Health experts discuss state of diabetes in Capital Region

Healthcare providers and employers gathered in the Capital Region this morning to discuss the state of diabetes and what patients need to better manage the disease. The event, organized by the American Diabetes Association in Upstate New York, featured panels, talks and presentations focused on issues affecting people living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Albany, NY · 22h

NEWS10 ABC

Capital District, NY · 18h

11/12/26: A Change to Snow for Many Into Friday

Here is your latest StormTracker forecast from meteorologists Rob Lindenmuth and Alyssa Caroprese. A cold rain will continue this evening with surrounding higher terrain gradually beginning the transition to snow. Precipitation will stay widespread overnight with road conditions wet for valley locations and slick across the hilltowns and mountains. As...

NEWS10 ABC

Colonie EMS secures $4M to improve care across nine counties

The Town of Colonie Emergency Medical Services Department has secured $4 million to advance lifesaving emergency care across nine counties. The federal funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program will support advanced prehospital care, responder safety and regional emergency medical coordination.

Colonie, NY · 1d

NEWS10 ABC

Albany signs new property tax law for veterans with disabilities

Veterans with permanent and total service-connected disabilities in Albany could receive a 100% exemption from property taxes on their primary residence, Mayor Dr. Dorcey L. Applyrs announced Wednesday.

Albany, NY · 2d

newyorkalmanack.com

The Legacy of the Anti-Rent War, New York’s Second Revolution

Landlords and tenant farmers clashed in rural, upstate regions during New York’s Anti-Rent War between 1839 and 1845. The Anti-Renters declared their independence from the manor system run by patroons, resisted tax collectors and demanded reform. In the aftermath of the rebellion, the antiquated manor system was abandoned in...

Albany, NY · 1d

NEWS10 ABC

No more hair left behind: New law changes cosmetology school training

From straight to curly-- coily to kinky-- no two heads of hair are alike. A new state law now ensures cosmetology programs teach students how to work with all hair textures and types. At Albany High School, students get a hands-on experience through a free weekly clinic.

Albany, NY · 18h

Times Union

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Flock seeks removal from Troy City Council lawsuit vs Mantello

Flock Safety is seeking to be removed as a party in a lawsuit that the Troy City Council and a city auditor filed against Mayor Carmella Mantello.

Troy, NY · 22h

Country Herald

New York-Vermont Weather Alert: Mountain Snow Tonight, Nov 12-13

Albany, NY – Wet snow could blanket higher elevations of New York and Vermont with up to 5 inches by Friday, creating slippery mountain roads and hazardous travel. Winter Weather Advisories now cover portions of the Catskills, Adirondacks and Green Mountains as colder air spreads across the Northeast.

New York · 23h

capitalregionchamber.com

partner publisher · 22.6K followers

Local Nonprofit Celebrates Grand Opening, Expands Support for Veterans and First Responders

The event drew a packed crowd of supporters, neighbors, and community members, creating an atmosphere of excitement and gratitude as attendees gathered to learn more about the organization’s mission and services. “We had a packed room,” organizers said. “Thank you to everyone who came, both new faces and familiar...

Albany, NY · 2d

WNYT NewsChannel 13 Albany, NY

Stuyvesant Plaza gets See’s Candies pop-up for holiday gifts

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (WNYT)- See’s Candies is returning to Stuyvesant Plaza for the holiday season with a pop-up shop opening Thursday. Stuyvesant Plaza said the business is returning by popular demand. The shop will run through the end of the year. It will offer a variety of sweet treats in...

Guilderland, NY · 1d

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