Leon Botstein’s presence ‘has caused distress on campus’

The New York Times today published a hatchet job on Leon Botstein, 79, the Bard College president who resigned as president of the college over his connections with Jeffrey Epstein but continues to teach there and conduct. Sample text:. Mr. Botstein, embattled and polarizing, has held on. He has continued...

Siena University’s longest-serving president dies at 94

LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. (WNYT)- Siena University is mourning Fr. Hugh Hines, its longest-serving president, after his death at age 94. Fr. Hugh F. Hines, O.F.M., who led Siena from 1976 to 1989, died Oct. 4 at St. Lawrence Friary in Beacon, New York. Siena said his death came on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, a date the school said carries special meaning for the campus community and his fellow friars.

UAlbany’s Massry School launches financial planning concentration this semester

ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Business students looking to break into the wealth management industry at the University at Albany now have a new path forward. This semester, the Massry School of Business launched its first cohort for the Financial Planning Concentration. The concentration is for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Kinderhook dairy farm hosts student tours for National Farm to School Month

KINDERHOOK, NY (WRGB)- As part of National Farm to School Month, 50 students and teachers from two Brooklyn high schools will travel to a third-generation dairy farm in Columbia County for a firsthand look at how milk is produced and how modern technology is used on today’s farms. The...

Senior running back Vulonn Forde fueling Troy High’s Section 2 football championship dreams

Forde rushed for over 1,000 yards as both a sophomore and junior.

South Glens Falls CSD principal resigns, moving to other district

The principal of South Glens Falls High School will be departing from her position at the end of October, according to the district.

Albany Academy wins Section 2 girls' golf team championship

Albany Academy’s foursome of Sophia Kotlow, Sophia Brooks, Alexis Palmeri and Annabel Conway combined for a score of 344 (56-over par) on Tuesday at Eagle Crest Golf Club.

School resumes after gas leak at Shenendehowa MS campus

A gas leak prompted an evacuation at Shenendehowa Middle School’s Tri-Building campus, according to the Shenendehowa Central School District.

Upstate New York School Latest To Cancel Football Season

An upstate New York school district is the latest to end its varsity football season.

Siena University mourns former president Fr. Hugh Hines

How long did Fr. Hugh Hines serve as Siena University president?. Who was the longest-serving president in Siena University history?. Latham, NY (WRGB) — The Siena University community is mourning the loss of former Siena President Fr. Hugh Hines. Fr. Hugh Hines, O.F.M., who served as Siena’s president from...

Albany holds off Guilderland to secure a gritty Class AA football victory

Albany has posted two straight victories to improve to 3-2 overall.

Enrollment decreased at almost all Capital Region private colleges this year

Traditional liberal arts private colleges are continuing to take a hit on enrollment locally.

Friday Night Lights week 5 recap

Schenectady, N.Y. (WRGB) — The Section II high school football season hit its midway point with several matchups that could shape playoff seeding in the Capital Region, including a statement win by the reigning Class AA champions and an overtime upset in Class A. Saratoga, the defending Class AA...

Undefeated New York High School Football Team Forfeits Game After Off-Campus Incident

The Columbia Blue Devils are in the midst of a turnaround season after the team went 2-8 last year

Students Beeware: Hen Hud’s Recent Yellow-Jacket Infestation

On September 18, an unexpected infestation of yellow-jackets temporarily disrupted usual routine at Hendrick Hudson High School. Its discovery prompted the gymnasium hallway to be cordoned off, forcing PE classes to temporarily relocate, and raised questions about the pep rally scheduled later that day. News of the infestation broke out...

Saratoga Springs outflanks Shaker in crucial Class AA football tussle

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Saratoga Springs football coach Eric Hayden and his staff didn't want to match power with Shaker on Friday night. Instead, the Blue Streaks wanted to live up to their nickname and focus on speed, deploying four or five wide receivers on offense. That strategy worked to perfection...

Wahconah football defeats rival Taconic under the lights

DALTON ― Friday night lights in Berkshire County was on full display as Wahconah football took on Taconic. Both programs had a fierce competition on the field, but the Warriors found their stride early to pull off the 44-18 home victory. Complete Box Score ». Wahconah was on an...

Schenectady CSD mourns loss of longtime coach

Shaker takes rushing attack, perfect record into ranked matchup with Saratoga in 1st & 10 “Game of the Week”

The top-tier teams in Section 2, Class AA have been fun to watch so far this high school football season. CBA, Shaker and Saratoga Springs are all state-ranked with a combined record of 11-1. Two of those teams will square off Friday night, as Shaker makes the trip to Saratoga in the NEWS10 Sports 1st & 10 "Game of the Week".

Saratoga Springs outflanks Shaker in crucial Class AA football tussle

Quarterback Bobby Morris threw for two touchdowns and 147 yards in Saratoga Springs' 42-20 Class AA win over Shaker.