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Knox wetlands trail is officially open to the public, the birds are waiting to be seen
On a lovely spring morning, May 4, several elected officials and two dozen members of the public gathered at the Knox town park for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the park’s new wetlands trail. Town Supervisor Russ Pokorny opened the ceremony by mentioning three recently completed local projects,...
Troy swings for fences with upgraded Little League field and community spirit
TROY, NY (WRGB) — Little Leaguers in Troy Saturday celebrated new and improved additions to their field. The Troy Central Little League field on 7th Avenue now has a new announcer’s booth and an upgraded pavilion, both funded through ARPA funds. Troy’s Mayor Carmella Mantello alongside the Tri...
Migrants evacuated from Rotterdam motel
Town officials ordered the mandatory evacuation Wednesday afternoon after finding the fire alarm and sprinkler system inoperable. “We’ve been told it could take up to a couple of weeks (to make repairs),” said Bill Sherman, of Allies For Justice Schenectady County, a volunteer organization that’s been providing assistance for migrant families since they moved into the Super 8 in July 2023.
Healthcare workers cry out for enforcement of staffing law
ALBANY, NY (Erie News Now)--IN 2021, NEW YORK LAWMAKERS PASSED A LAW TO ESTABLISH MINIMUM STAFF-TO-PATIENT RATIO STANDARDS IN HOSPITALS. A LITTLE MORE THAN A YEAR AFTER THE LAW WENT INTO EFFECT, GROUPS OF NURSES AND HEALTHCARE WORKERS TRAVELED TO ALBANY TO CALL OUT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH WHO THEY SAid ARE FAILING ON ENFORCEMENT.
Breaking the Silence: A Broken System
"The number of psychiatric beds has dropped," said Dr. Robin Tassinari of Albany Medical Center. "It's hard to get outpatient referrals for lots of reasons, insurance coverage, not as many providers. Funding has been a problem, there's no question. Mental health services funding takes up less than 3% of the national health budget."
5 things to know this Thursday, May 16
The fire department was seen going in and out of the Super 8 Motel in Rotterdam Wednesday. The department placed a notice on the door that stated people needed to leave. Also, HVCC President Roger Ramsammy has been placed on paid leave following an employee complaint. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning.
Police: New Jersey man tried to con woman out of $40,000
New Jersey man accused of trying to scam senior citizen. A New Jersey man is facing charges for allegedly trying to scam a Colonie resident out of $40,000. Dhruv P. Patel, 33, of Franklin Park, is accused of posing as a member of the Federal Trade Commission in a phone call. Patel told the resident that his name was “Patrick” and he claimed that she was a victim of identity theft and should remove all funds from her bank accounts and turn them over to him for safekeeping, Colonie Police said.
Four juveniles arrested in separate Cohoes crimes
Cohoes Police have arrested four juveniles in two separate incidents on Wednesday. Officers responded to the area of Imperial Avenue around 11:40 a.m. for a report of two juveniles attempting to steal a vehicle. A witness told police they tried to get in and start the engine without a key. They left on foot into a wooded area. Following a brief search, officers arrested two 15-year-olds. They are facing a potential charge of grand larceny.
Collar City hosting 518 Day celebration
Troy will host a celebration of the 518 culture on Saturday. The streets will be filled with live music, outdoor games, and artists for the inaugural 518 Fest. This is a family-friendly event for all ages. You can stop by between 5 and 11 p.m.
A Florida scam routed through a Glenmont store led to arrest of Albany man
BETHLEHEM — An Albany man was arrested by Bethlehem Police on Tuesday for a scam in Lake County, Florida. Ming Shan Zhu, 33, was charged with third-degree larceny, a felony. A release from the Bethlehem Police Department said events unfolded this way:. A victim in Lake County was phoned...
Saint Sophia Greek Festival is back in Albany
In Albany, people are out celebrating Greek culture this weekend!. The Saint Sophia Greek festival is back for its 52nd year. The event kicked off Friday night. Organizers say more than 25,000 visitors come each year, making it the largest Greek festival in our area. If you plan to stop...
No injuries reported in Burnt Hills home fire
BURNT HILLS, N.Y. (WRGB) — No injuries were reported after house fire in Burnt Hills Friday night. Burnt Hills Fire Department Chief Greg Bradtke said that units arrived on scene to find a residence that was 25% engulfed in flames on Lake Hill Road, between Saratoga and Kingsley Roads.
Bethlehem Area Weekly Police Blotter May 15: Glenmont larceny, chase in UHaul leads to charges
We normally do not report on petit larceny or misdemeanor charges, but Shawnte Pringle, 49, of Albany, keeps showing up in our reporting with charges. The post Bethlehem Area Weekly Police Blotter May 15: Glenmont larceny, chase in UHaul leads to charges first appeared on Spotlight News.
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