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Red Cross helping six people after Saratoga Springs, Schenectady fires
Six people are recovering after two separate fires in the Capital Region. Both fires happened early Tuesday morning, the Red Cross said. One fire was on Route 9N in Saratoga Springs, and affected two adults. There was also a fire on Reserve Court in Schenectady, with four adults affected, the...
Hulett Street Fire: Our 2013 coverage
May 2, 2013 – a suspicious early morning fire on Hulett Street in Schenectady killed a man and three children in a second-floor apartment. A little 5-year-old girl, Sa’fyre Terry, survived with burns to 75% of her body. Here’s our coverage from that day, and beyond.
Bethlehem Area Weekly Police Blotter May 1: BC High School evacuated
A fire at Bethlehem Central High School school on Tuesday, April 23 that forced an evacuation of school and relocation of some classes is now under investigation. The post Bethlehem Area Weekly Police Blotter May 1: BC High School evacuated first appeared on Spotlight News.
"Ghosts of Mabee Farm" documentary tells a story of slavery in Schenectady County
The Schenectady County Historical Society on Saturday will premiere a new short film that tells the story of three enslaved people who lived in Rotterdam in the 18th Century. “Ghosts of Mabee Farm,” a 30-minute documentary produced by the Schenectady County Historical Society and filmmaker George Paul, seeks to tell a fuller story of the Rotterdam historic site.
19-year-old college student in coma after being hit by illegal dirt bike
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) - A 19-year-old college student from New York remains in the hospital fighting for her life a week after she was involved in a hit-and-run with a suspect on an illegal dirt bike. The suspect is still at large. Alexa Kropf, a 19-year-old University at Albany student,...
Albany Medical Center Reaccredited as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission
Albany Medical Center has once again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers. The post Albany Medical Center Reaccredited as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission first appeared on Spotlight News.
Appeals court overturns Troy man’s conviction in 2018 Albany shooting
An appeals court has thrown out the conviction of a Troy man for a 2018 shooting in Albany. Jeffrey Walker was found guilty of assault, criminal possession of a weapon and criminal use of a firearm. He was sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for the Oct. 7, 2018, shooting outside a bar near Lark Street in Albany.
Death of Cohoes native who went missing 30 years ago classified as homicide
The death of a Cohoes native who went missing from Wayne County over 30 years ago is being classified as a homicide. Judith Geurin was last seen on Feb. 20, 1991 in the town of Sodus. Her belongings were left behind in her apartment. Hunters found her remains in October 2020. And police have matched the remains to Geurin, according to WHEC-TV in Rochester.
Colonie apartment building fire caused by construction
A fire at an apartment building on Monday was caused by construction work, according to investigators. The fire broke out at a building at 610 Broadway in Colonie, investigators said. Several fire departments responded, and put out the fire in about 2 ½ hours. One firefighter was treated and...
Colonie Area Weekly Police Blotter May 1st: Sheriff’s deputies detain Mass. man wanted for murder
On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at approximately 12:22 a.m., the Albany County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Mass. State Police and Greenfield, Mass. Police Department and asked to check the area of the Albany International Airport for an individual wanted for murder stemming from an ongoing death investigation in the City of Greenfield, Mass. The post Colonie Area Weekly Police Blotter May 1st: Sheriff’s deputies detain Mass. man wanted for murder first appeared on Spotlight News.
Amsterdam man accused of selling drugs
An Amsterdam man is facing drug charges. Thomas E. Earl, 58, is accused of selling drugs to someone working with police, investigators said. He was arrested on Wednesday. Earl was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a controlled substance. He was arraigned in Amsterdam City Court and released on his own recognizance to return to court at a later date.
Troy’s Outdoor Farmer’s Market Returns for 25th Season
Troy’s popular outdoor farmer’s market returns on Saturday for its 25th season. The event started with just 20 vendors in a parking lot along the Hudson River. Now, it has expanded to more than 100 vendors that span six city blocks on River Street and around Monument Square.
Suspect in Albany man’s killing pleads guilty
The suspect accused of killing a 32-year-old man in Albany last November pleaded guilty on Friday. Dario Lewis, 32, admitted in Albany County Court to shooting Elijah Thompson in the chest. The incident took place in the area of Judson Street and First Street on Nov. 11 at around 3 a.m. Thompson died at Albany Medical Center.
State Pulls Liquor License From O’Leary’s Tavern In Troy
The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) summarily suspended the license of Rensselaer County bar O’Leary’s Tavern, located in Troy on 15th Street, following a special meeting on Tuesday, April 30. Since then, the establishment has been barred from serving alcohol on the premises. The move came days...
2024 Albany Tulip Queen finalists announced
Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan announced the five finalists for 2024's Tulip Queen on Friday. The winner will be crowned at the Albany Tulip Festival on May 11 at noon by Mayor Sheehan and 2023 Tulip Queen Olivia Owens on the Lakehouse Stage.
Victims of Sherwood and Lagan get $6M in restitution
Nearly $6.3 million in restitution has been collected and distributed to the victims of two attorneys — Richard J. Sherwood, a former Guilderland town judge, and Thomas K. Lagan, an investment advisor from Cooperstown — both of whom were sentenced to federal and state prison for stealing about $11.8 million from the estates of three deceased sisters.
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