Hudson Hotel Workers Grind Lead Paint Into Air Near Strollers, Official Says

City Code Enforcement Officer Nick Fox said workers grinding paint at 16 North Fourth Street in Hudson sent dust into the air on Thursday, Oct. 29. Fox described the work as a risk to the crew and nearby pedestrians; he also said none of the workers was certified to handle lead paint.

Hudson Valley Theaters Launch New Program Offering Discounted Tickets

I love that these historic theatres came together to bring something fun to the community. It also allows movie lovers to check out a theatre that they have never been to before in Greene County or Ulster County at a discounted price!

Catskill businesses celebrate end of Main Street construction

CATSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Catskill officials held a celebration to mark the end of a construction project that turned streets and sidewalks upside down for nearly a year and a half. Village President Natasha Law cut the ribbon on Main Street to celebrate the end of road work that she said completed three projects at […]

Bennington County Economic Report: The two Shires lean on historic strengths

Photo: The historic Bennington Battle Monument. Photo courtesy Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce. VermontBiz by Timothy McQuiston Bennington County is traditionally viewed as two separate regions, the South Shire, anchored by the town of Bennington, and the North Shire, with Manchester at its core. Traditionally, the South was the historic colonial town once visited by Thomas Jefferson that eventually became a manufacturing hub. The North Shire featured tiny towns that became quite literally a destination of the rich and famous.

Ashby-Lander Senate Race in Rensselaer County Still Too Close to Call

Republican incumbent Jake Ashby and Democratic challenger Devin Lander remained locked in an unresolved fight for New York's 43rd State Senate District, with nearly 2,900 absentee and mail-in ballots still outstanding as election officials continued their count. The district, which covers Rensselaer County and parts of Albany and Washington counties, drew national-style scrutiny this week after early tallies showed the race hanging on a razor-thin margin that different outlets reported differently.

Chloe Pierce flips Assembly seat Republicans held for decades

The Democratic newcomer defeated incumbent Scott Bendett in a rematch of the 2024 election for the 107th District Assembly seat.

Suspended Albany Med CEO Daniel Pickett sues for defamation

Suspended Albany Med CEO Daniel Pickett is suing a former girlfriend for defamation saying her allegations of assault against him are false.

The woman who helped break Albany’s Democratic machine in 1973

Elizabeth “Betty” Gallagher challenged election fraud in 1973, helping expose corruption in Albany’s O’Connell-era Democratic machine.

History of Fort Edward tavern that caught fire

While the owner of McCrea's Tavern works on the next steps after a fire tore through their building, community members have been reflecting on the significance and the unique history of this building.

Republican win in Clifton Park helps GOP retain county leadership

It was a good night for incumbents, who won across the board in Saratoga County.

Reporter forced out of Republican candidate’s election party during profane-laced speech on live television

AMSTERDAM, New York (WWNY/Gray News) - Republican congressional candidate Anthony Constantino ordered a 7 News reporter and cameraman to leave his election-night party while he was thanking supporters and criticizing the news media. Speech carried on 11 p.m. news. Constantino was leading Democratic opponent Blake Gendebien in the race for...

Soldier McGinniss is linked to a pivotal chapter in American history

As Veterans Day 2026 approaches, I believe your readers should know about William J. McGinniss, an Albany veteran whose life story bridges the Civil War, confinement at Camp Douglas, and post-war life right here in the Capital District. McGinniss, like many young men of his generation, answered Lincoln’s call to...

Historic Democratic majority brings new challenges in Albany

New York Democrats posted the biggest legislative majority in New York state history. It presents one major problem for them — where to find a room in the state Capitol big enough to fit all the Democratic lawmakers. “One state senator said to me on election night — channeling...

Free Veterans Day car wash at Hoffman Car Wash on Nov. 11

Hoffman Car Wash will offer a free car wash next week for veterans and military members as part of its annual Veterans Day tradition.

Schenectady passes budget with 14% tax hike in gamble for more state aid

Councilman John Mootooveren rejected both the 15% and 14% compromise in favor of 13%, believing that casino revenue could be inflated.

Mechanicville District Public Library to Officially Unveil its Newly Reframed Collection of Photos of 600-plus Local WWII & Korean War Veterans

The Mechanicville District Public Library announced today that its unique collection of more than 600 photographs of local WWII and Korean War veterans in uniform has been entirely rehoused in new museum-quality frames. The eight frames holding the entire assortment of photos taken by restaurant owner Charles Siciliano Sr. during...

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Scaffolds & Cranes: Second phase of Steamboat Square rehabilitation underway

The second phase of the Steamboat Square revitalization project is being developed by the Albany Housing Authority and Edgemere Development.

Capitol Conversations: Bureau reporters break down the latest

New York Public News Network reporters Jon Campbell and Samuel King talk about the latest developments at the State Capitol in Albany. Gov. Kathy Hochul won a resounding victory over her Republican challenger, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, in this year’s election. The governor was able to improve her...

Propositions abolish Albany coroner's office, remake Mechanicville government

Voters in Capital Region communities cast ballots in favor of ending government systems used for generations.