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New York State Woman Allegedly Drove Over 3X BAC Limit
Police say a New York state woman, who already had a revoked driver's license, was busted again Saturday afternoon. According to offcials, the woman was operating a motor vehicle at over three times the BAC limit. Police also said the same suspect has already had a previous DWI conviction in the last ten years.
State lawmaker John McDonald tells CBS6 why State stepped in to save Burdett Birth Center
Schenectady — New York State Assemblyman John McDonald joined Tom Eschen on Power and Politics this week, breaking down how, and why the State stepped in to help save the Burdett Birth Center in Troy. Stay tuned for more from this wide-ranging conversation with John McDonald.
Local hikers debut documentary on WMHT & held film premiere at June Farms
After three years of filming, the documentary “An Above Average Day” premiered on WMHT Wednesday, April 24 The post Local hikers debut documentary on WMHT & held film premiere at June Farms first appeared on Spotlight News.
Troy Man Sells Stolen Car To Malta Dealership: Police
A man from the region is facing charges after allegedly selling a stolen vehicle to a dealership. Rensselaer County resident Mousse Saiid, age 42, of Troy, was arrested on Friday, April 26, on grand larceny and related charges. New York State Police said a Saratoga County car dealership located in...
Turtles Must be Left in the Wild
MONTPELIER, Vt. — The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department says keeping native turtles as pets is prohibited because it can harm the turtle and pose threats to wild turtle populations. "Capturing a wild turtle and keeping it as a pet, even if only for a short time, is not...
Troy Memorial Day parade returning for first time since COVID
The Memorial Day parade is returning to Troy. The last time the parade marched through the streets of Lansingburgh was in 2019. The city announced Thursday the annual parade will be revived this year. It will kick off at 1 p.m. and take the familiar route from Knickerbacker Park to...
Documents: Former day care worker slapped child, 1, in the face
The former day care worker accused of child abuse allegedly threw a 1-year-old child into a crib and slapped him with an open hand, according to court documents. Hannah Bunce, 63, of Mechanicville, is charged with endangering the welfare of a child and harassment. The incident appeared to be an instance of corporal punishment.
‘Test drive a bus day’ for potential bus drivers in Ballston Spa
The Ballston Spa Central School District will host a "test drive a bus day" for interested adults looking to learn more about becoming a bus driver. It will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Saturday at the Transportation Facility on Route 50 (1458 Saratoga Road).
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