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5 things to know this Monday, May 6
East Greenbush Police have released an updated image of Joseph Viola, who's been missing since Thursday, April 25. He was last seen at his home. Also, Schenectady Police are investigating a stabbing that took place on Albany Street. A 43-year-old victim suffered life-threatening injuries after being stabbed several times. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Monday morning.
"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.
Persistent felon gets 100 years to life for sex with Schenectady County teen
Man gets 100 years to life in prison for sex with teen. A five-time felon was sentenced Friday to 100 years to life in prison for having sex with a 13-year-old girl from Schenectady County. Joshua Hodgson, 43, of Mayfield, was found guilty by a jury of 20 felonies and...
Gunman Who Killed Dad On 21st Birthday In Capital Region Gets Decades In Prison
Two years after a young father was gunned down on his 21st birthday in the region, the man who pulled the trigger is facing decades in prison.Anthony Romero, age 25, was sentenced to 37 years to life in prison in Schenectady County Court on Wednesday, May 1, after a jury convicted him of murdering …
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