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Troy man sentenced for animal abuse after a number of animals died under his care
TROY, NY (WRGB) — A Troy man has been sentenced to more than a month behind bars in an animal abuse case. Prosecutors say Tyler Valentine deliberately allowed three dogs, four cats, a bearded dragon and a ferret to die under his care in November of 2021. Valentine will...
NYC Council’s secret ‘woke’ wish list for Albany politicians revealed — including bill that could free killers when they reach 55
The New York City Council’s far-left majority plans to push Albany pols to pass a slew of super-woke measures – including bills that could help free killers when they reach age 55, allow felons to vote in prison and stymie federal immigration enforcement. The leftist Dems recently ironed out a “confidential” wish list that would make Lenin proud — 30 bills currently before the state Legislature that they are lobbying lawmakers to pass and Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign into law, according to a copy obtained by The Post. “The City Council is out of touch with the needs of their constituents,...
Albany FireWolves Dance Team choreographers speak to NewsChannel 13
Albany Firewolves Dance Team members stop by NewsChannel 13. The Albany FireWolves remarkable turnaround season continues. The team will play in the National Lacrosse League Championship Series against the Buffalo Bandits. Choreographers of the FireWolves Dance Team, Megan Grabowski and Jenna Snide, spoke to NewsChannel 13 in studio on Friday.
Voorheesville man found dead
NEW SCOTLAND — A Voorheesville man who was initially reported missing, was found dead Wednesday. George Klopfer, 70, of Voorheesville, had been missing since 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, when he was last seen riding his three-wheeled bike on the Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail, according to multiple news reports. The Bethlehem...
Police: New Jersey man tried to con woman out of $40,000
New Jersey man accused of trying to scam senior citizen. A New Jersey man is facing charges for allegedly trying to scam a Colonie resident out of $40,000. Dhruv P. Patel, 33, of Franklin Park, is accused of posing as a member of the Federal Trade Commission in a phone call. Patel told the resident that his name was “Patrick” and he claimed that she was a victim of identity theft and should remove all funds from her bank accounts and turn them over to him for safekeeping, Colonie Police said.
Investigators: Troy man damages patrol car while under arrest
Investigators: Troy man damages to patrol car while under arrest. A Troy man is accused of kicking and punching a Saratoga County deputy’s car while he was under arrest. Tyquan Simon caused more than $250 worth of damage to a patrol car by hitting a window and the divider, investigators said.
Four juveniles arrested in separate Cohoes crimes
Cohoes Police have arrested four juveniles in two separate incidents on Wednesday. Officers responded to the area of Imperial Avenue around 11:40 a.m. for a report of two juveniles attempting to steal a vehicle. A witness told police they tried to get in and start the engine without a key. They left on foot into a wooded area. Following a brief search, officers arrested two 15-year-olds. They are facing a potential charge of grand larceny.
Springtime favorite returns: Greek Festival this weekend in Albany
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — A Capital Region family favorite returns to Albany's St. Sophia Church Friday to Sunday- the 52nd annual Greek Festival. The festival kicks off Friday at 6 p.m., with over 35 local vendors, bounce houses, live music and dancing. Children 12 and under are free and $5 for an adult day ticket. Ride wristbands are also available for purchase.
DOJ: Man sentenced for transporting stolen property
The DOJ says Zheng admitted that between June and December 2022, he stole merchandise from several home improvement stores in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and New York. Zheng later took these stolen items to his residence in Colonie.
Letter To The Editor: Assault on Lab school is eye opening
A Lab School Parent describes their frustrations with the handling of the lab school decision and the power imbalance between The Board and The Superintendent. The post Letter To The Editor: Assault on Lab school is eye opening first appeared on Spotlight News.
First draft of Guilderland’s future presented, mapping priorities
GUILDERLAND — The Guilderland Comprehensive Plan Update Committee recently took a major step forward in its update of Guilderland’s two-decades-old land-use plan. On May 14, project consultants from MJ Engineering provided the committee with an overview of the preliminary draft; the plan is to have the public comment in August or September.
Healthcare workers cry out for enforcement of staffing law
ALBANY, NY (Erie News Now)--IN 2021, NEW YORK LAWMAKERS PASSED A LAW TO ESTABLISH MINIMUM STAFF-TO-PATIENT RATIO STANDARDS IN HOSPITALS. A LITTLE MORE THAN A YEAR AFTER THE LAW WENT INTO EFFECT, GROUPS OF NURSES AND HEALTHCARE WORKERS TRAVELED TO ALBANY TO CALL OUT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH WHO THEY SAid ARE FAILING ON ENFORCEMENT.
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