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An Albany man has been arrested following an incident with police, according to the Albany County Sheriff's Office.

An emergency meeting was called on Friday, December 1, by Parkview Tenant Association President, Diane Deitz. The residents focusing this time on their neighbors and tenants of the building who have died in the last two weeks, according to Deitz.

DELMAR – Kleinke’s Farm announces the stand will be open through December 23 for holiday shopping. The farm has fresh cut Christmas trees, wreaths, centerpieces, decorations and ornaments. In addition […]

On December 1, 2023, 38-year-old Thomas E. Lance from Albany, NY, was arrested by State Police. He faces additional charges related to a death in Plattsburgh. Lance was charged with murder, manslaughter, grand larceny, and possession of stolen property in the Clinton County Court. After his court appearance, he was sent to Clinton County Jail without bail. His next court date is January 3.

In this article, we'll be exploring five must-visit diners in Albany. Have you had the pleasure of dining at any of these spots? If yes, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments below!

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near albany.

A major drug trafficking ring was dismantled in New York, resulting in the indictment of 25 individuals on 164 charges. Law enforcement seized cocaine, heroin laced with fentanyl, firearms, and cash. Additionally, a fire occurred in a multi-unit building in Troy, which is currently under investigation. Another early morning fire in Troy was quickly extinguished on Second Avenue, with no injuries reported.

This article presents three exceptional Dominican restaurants in Albany. Have you had the chance to visit any of them? If so, we would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your experiences in the comments section below.

Laquan Fallen, age 24, of Albany, was sentenced to between five and 15 years in prison in Albany County Supreme Court on Friday, Dec. 1. It followed his guilty plea to manslaughter for shooting and killing 24-year-old Czsar Lewis in Albany. Earlier Report: Postal Worker From Albany Who Died At...

A New Jersey man was drunk-driving a Tesla at 156 mph — and recording a Snapchat video — when he slammed into the back of a 22-year-old woman’s car on the New York State Thruway, causing the vehicle to burst into flames and killing her, prosecutors said. Vasu Laroiya, 24, a former Rutgers student, admitted to the reckless, deadly deeds this week, according to Albany County District Attorney P. David Soares. Laroiya rear-ended a Honda Civic driven by Katie Fisher on May 28, 2022 — Memorial Day weekend — on I-87 in Colonie, outside Albany, around 10 p.m., the DA’s office...

This week in Colonie, New York, there were several incidents that raised concerns about safety. These incidents included a drunken driver causing a fiery crash that resulted in the death of a student, a bicyclist being hit by a pickup truck, and multiple fatal accidents involving pedestrians. These incidents highlight the need for increased awareness and caution on the roads to prevent further tragedies.

New York State Police have arrested three people linked to a grand larceny case. Mazene D. Lacy, 43, from Albany, NY, was the first to be arrested on November 14, 2023. He faces charges including grand larceny and possession of stolen property. Lacy was arrested at a car dealership in Colonie, NY, and is due to appear in Albany City Court and Guilderland Town Court.

Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Log November 17-24 Each Week, Spotlight News lists calls from Delmar, Elsmere, North Bethlehem, Slingerlands and Selkirk fire companies. These department are comprised of local volunteers. Please […]

Vehicle accidents lead to tragedies in Colonie COLONIE – In the last 10 days, the Colonie police traffic division investigated three nighttime fatal pedestrian accidents and a medical emergency that […]

This week in Albany, New York, several incidents occurred that impacted the safety of the community. These incidents include an arrest on warrants with new drug charges, a car crashing into a gas meter and causing a fire in an apartment building, a federal ruling allowing a lawsuit against Albany detectives to proceed, a heroic act of kicking in doors to help people escape a fire, a man accused of stealing almost $1 million from a Polish Club considering a plea deal, and a stabbing near a shuttered church.

This piece presents a guide to three exceptional delis in Albany. Have you had the chance to visit any of them? If yes, we would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

In this article, we're going to explore six delectable Dim Sum spots in Albany. Have you had the chance to try out any of these yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

ITHACA — An Upstate New York cop who survived a shooting on the job more than a decade ago has been named Ithaca’s new police chief. The City of Ithaca announced Monday that Thomas Kelly, a lieutenant in the Schenectady Police Department, will take over as chief of the Ithaca Police Department on Dec. 18. The appointment is contingent on the city council’s Dec. 6 vote after interviewing two finalists for the position and considering input from the department, the search committee, and community members.

An Upstate New York father who went missing on Black Friday was sadly found dead in the water. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its latest "DEC Forest Rangers Week In Review" that an Upstate New York father who went missing on Black Friday was found dead.

A Middleburgh man has been arrested following a burglary investigation, according to the Albany County Sheriff's Office.