FOOD & DRINK
Fast-casual eatery MAC & RONI opening in Schenectady
The space at 183 Nott Terrace in Schenectady has gone through a lot of changes over the past several years, including the building being demolished and a new one being built. Now, a new restaurant called MAC & RONI is set to open in that space.
Schenectady students plant apple trees for Earth Week
Schenectady City School District learned the importance of maintaining urban orchards and supporting locally produced agriculture on Friday. As part of the district's Farm to School Program, high school students and New York Urban Orchards members planted nine apple trees to kick off Earth week.
Malta Drive-In celebrating 75th anniversary
Friday night will mark the Malta Drive-In's 75th anniversary season. A double feature of "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" and "Ghostbusters Frozen Empire" will play on the front screen, with "Abigail" and "Monkey Man" on the back screen.
Albany High student seeks another hair-cutting win at skills competition
Albany High student looks to defend haircutting title. He was the first New Yorker to win a gold medal for his skills as a barber and now Elijah Temple is looking for another win. The Albany High School student came in first place at last year’s New York State Skills...
Groundbreaking held for new Underground Railroad museum in Albany
A groundbreaking was being held Monday for a new spot in Albany, hoping to teach people more about the history of the Underground Railroad in the city and across the country. The empty lot on Livingston Avenue is going to be transformed into a new $10 million interpretive center. The...
Spectrum 8 Theaters to reopen Wednesday
Spectrum 8 Theaters will be reopening on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The theater at 290 Delaware Ave. in Albany had closed in February. It has been taken over by Scene One Entertainment, which also operates the Wilton Mall cinema and Bow Tie Cinemas in Saratoga Springs. The event will...
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