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Troy, Burnt Hills football meet for Class A sectional crown

After falling to Niskayuna in last year's Section 2 Class A championship game, Troy football immediately got back to work. Returning players like Vulonn Forde and others were back in the weight room, working toward 2026. "Everybody on the team that was returning, they didn't want any more rest time...

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City of Albany, data center developer reach tax deal on Kenwood property

The city of Albany and the developer of a data center in the South End reached a deal in May to settle its property tax assessment dispute.

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Film telling story of New York's 19th century Anti-Rent Wars to be screened in Albany

You may not have learned about the 19th century Anti-Rent Wars in your high school history class, but the story of indentured farmers fighting for their land and freedom is well-known in parts of the Catskills and Hudson Valley. Shut out from purchasing their land, upstate New Yorkers who organized...

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Watch: Students in Upstate NY class taught this rat to drive

He steers mostly by scent and has been taught to aim for a Cheerio on a pipe cleaner attached to a tambourine.

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Ashby won't concede state senate race ahead of recount

The race for New York’s 43rd State Senate District seat remains close enough to trigger an automatic recount. But, that’s not stopping the Democratic candidate from declaring victory. Democrat Devin Lander has declared himself the winner in the tight contest for New York’s 43rd State Senate seat. The...

New York · 1d

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UAlbany football bounces back to crush Maine on Senior Day

The 25th-ranked Great Danes bounced back from a hideous 31-7 loss at Bryant last Saturday to improve to 7-4 overall and 5-2 in the Coastal Athletic Association.

Albany, NY · 13h

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Assemblyman and former Cohoes Mayor John McDonald reflects on passing of Ron Canestrari

WRGB Studios-Schenectady, NY — Former New York State Assembly Majority Leader Ron Canestrari passed away this week at the age of 83. The former Cohoes Mayor represented that area at the State level from 1989-2012, gaining respect from both sides of the aisle, while advocating for the Capital Region along the way.

Cohoes, NY · 2d

Times Union

Glens Falls defeats Averill Park in overtime to win Section 2 Class B championship

Glens Falls defeats Averill Park in overtime at Shenendehowa.

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Troy Turkey Trot Turns 79, Mayor Eyes Record Haul Past $40,000

Troy officials gathered at Ryan’s Wake Public House to officially launch the countdown to the 79th Pioneer Troy Turkey Trot, with Mayor Carmella Mantello calling it the city’s biggest draw of the year. The mayor said she’s hoping this year’s race tops last year’s $40,000 fundraising total, and if it does, the Salvation Army will be added as a third beneficiary alongside the event’s existing charities.

Troy, NY · 3d

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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...

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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.

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Proposals for the use of Albany County’s Switzkill Farm in Berne

Switzkill Farm would be a fine site for a modest solar farm [“‘You just have to start and inspire people’: Albany County touts revitalized Switzkill Farm,” The Altamont Enterprise, Oct. 21, 2026]. It could provide income to operate the farm and help county finances. Start an...

Albany County, NY · 2d

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Guilderland Warehouse Vote Residents Thought They Won Is Headed Back to the Board

Neighbors near an industrial park off Wayto Road in Guilderland thought they had won when the town's zoning board voted 3-2 against a special-use permit for a warehouse this past August. Now they're being told that vote might not count as a denial at all, and the board could take up the same proposal again as soon as next month.

Guilderland, NY · 1d

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ASH earns prominent regional ranking among elementary schools

A prominent national media outlet has recognized Albany School of Humanities as one of the best elementary schools in the Capital Region!. The U.S. News & World Report rankings of elementary schools placed ASH at #7 among all elementary schools in our region. Only schools from the Berne-Knox-Westerlo, Bethlehem, East Greenbush, Edinburgh, Lake George and Shenendehowa school districts ranked ahead of ASH on the U.S. News list.

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18th Century Surveying Demonstration Set for Albany

There have been significant advancements in surveying equipment since the 1700s. The common surveyor’s compass (circumferentor) had a brass body and used magnetic needles to determine angles, but it was prone to local magnetic deviations. A 66-foot metal Gunter’s chain split into 100 links (with one link equaling 7.92...

Albany, NY · 1d

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Tri-City ValleyCats announce 15 fireworks nights for 2027 season

Troy, NY (WRGB) — The Tri-City ValleyCats are bringing fireworks back to Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in 2027, announcing 15 postgame fireworks displays as part of the team’s 25th anniversary season. The fireworks schedule kicks off on Opening Day, Friday, May 7, and continues throughout the summer, including...

Troy, NY · 1d

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First Snow Is Coming to Upstate New York. 8 Things to Do in Your Yard Before It Falls

Syracuse averages more than 120 inches of snow each winter, earning bragging rights among large American cities. That first dusting usually arrives in early or mid-November across much of Upstate New York, sometimes even sooner. Albany usually sees its first measurable flakes a little bit later, around the middle of...

Syracuse, NY · 2d

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518 pride rides with Lexi Stephens on ‘The Voice’

Capital Region singer Lexi Stephens said she is feeling grateful and overwhelmed as she prepares for another night on “The Voice.”

Los Angeles, CA · 4d

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Vikings Men’s Basketball Fall to Westchester in 73-70 Thriller

TROY, N.Y. - Hudson Valley Community College saw a late lead slip away Saturday as Westchester Community College rallied for a 73-70 victory at the McDonough Sports Complex. The Vikings fell to 2-3 overall and 1-1 in regional play, while Westchester improved to 4-0. Hudson Valley led by as many as 12 points in the second half and shot 45.8% from the field, but Westchester scored 27 points off 19 Viking turnovers and held a 45-38 rebounding advantage. The visitors also converted 11 of 13 free throws, compared with the Vikings' 10-of-19 performance at the line.

Troy, NY · 1d

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