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Man indicted for allegedly ramming police car with stolen vehicle
A man accused of stealing a vehicle and intentionally striking a Saratoga County Sheriff’s vehicle was formally indicted Tuesday on charges that include reckless endangerment. Jacob R. Hayner, 37, of Mechanicville, allegedly stole a car from the Route 146 Stewart’s near Exit 10 of the Northway just after 6:30...
Bear moseys through Amsterdam neighborhoods
Amsterdam, NY (WRGB) — A bear was spotted in several Amsterdam neighborhoods Monday evening. According to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the bear was seen in the areas of Bieniek Drive, McDonald Drive, and McKay Road. Homeowners are reminded to:. Secure garbage cans and avoid leaving them outside overnight.
Peanut-A sweet, gentle and energetic beagle mix
Helllooooo everyone! Peanut here! I am a young adult neutered male Beagle Mix ready for a new home! I am sweet, fun, and love to sniff out all the good smells inside and out. I am young and still learning stuff, but with a little patience and a cookie or two I think I could catch on pretty easily. My friends at Saratoga County Animal Shelter say I'd probably do well with older kids, but honestly my history is kinda unknown so whether I do well with dogs or cats is a big question mark.
Man beaten in hate crime in coma in upstate New York
The co-owner of the popular Shogun sushi restaurant in Albany, NY may be showing signs of slowly regaining consciousness after being hospitalized in a coma for nearly 12 days following a violent sidewalk confrontation. It’s the first bit of potentially good news since the racially charged fight took place outside...
World renowned speaker delivers message of hope to boys of color in NY
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — Hundreds of boys of Color descended on the Egg in Albany May 30, donning their embroidered cardigans or suits and ties, to hear words of encourage, empowerment and hope for the future. Keith L. Brown was invited to the My Brother's Keeper Symposium in Albany,...
NEW: Ballston Target robbery leads to bike and foot chase
A robbery suspect led police on a bike and then a foot chase Tuesday afternoon. The incident started with a robbery of the Target store on N. Glebe Road in Ballston around 3:15 p.m. The suspect allegedly pushed an employee to the ground and then fled on a bicycle, with the stolen goods in tow.
Old Songs Festival is Back For 44th Year
The three-day Old Songs Festival of Traditional Music and Dance on the Altamont Fairgrounds outside of Albany will be held at the end of the month on June 28-30. The 44th festival celebrates traditional music from around the world. This includes North American music from Appalachia, New England and Quebec as well as music from Ireland, West Africa and South Africa. In other words, “music with roots”.
5 things to know this Wednesday, June 12
The Saratoga Springs man charged with second-degree murder in connection to the death of Brianna Craig rejected a plea deal in Saratoga County Court on Tuesday. Also, changes proposed by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) laid out at a Board of Regents meeting on Monday, could make regents exams optional. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Wednesday morning.
Fatal Crash: Drunk 28-Year-Old Caused Head-On Bethlehem Wreck Killing Woman, Police Say
In Albany County, Bethlehem Police arrested Saratoga County resident Matthew Monthie, age 28, of Clifton Park on Friday, June 7, on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and related charges in the death of Shawna Marzahl. Investigators said Monthie was driving westbound on Route 85 near the Albany city limits when he...
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