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Drive-thru BBQ dishes up support for Rotterdam Community Center
The Rotterdam Community Center held its Brooks BBQ drive-thru fundraiser Saturday. The proceeds from the event go to support their programming. The community center says they were asked to do this fundraiser again. They told CBS 6 that they plan to bring it back in the fall and again next...
Colonie Area Weekly Police Blotter May 15: Using fraudulent credit cards, had drugs at Target
On Monday, April 29, Colonie police responded to the Target store on Central Avenue for a report of a man using a fraudulent credit card. The post Colonie Area Weekly Police Blotter May 15: Using fraudulent credit cards, had drugs at Target first appeared on Spotlight News.
Lineup for Scotia’s Freedom Park summer concert series
The lineup has been announced for the 2024 Freedom Park summer concert series in Scotia. The free concerts take place on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays (plus one Friday) and start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Bennington man convicted of federal gun and drug charges
BURLINGTON, Vt. — A man accused of a 2019 murder in Bennington County was convicted in federal court yesterday on three drug and gun charges. Vermont State Police arrested Deven Moffitt in Bennington on June 1, 2022. When he was searched police found over 3,500 bags of fentanyl, bags of cocaine and cocaine base, two loaded guns, and over $16,000 in cash.
New store opens in Albany Stewart’s closed over crime concerns
New store to open at old Stewart’s shops in Albany. A new store has taken over an old Stewart’s Shop that closed due to safety concerns. The store on Central Avenue and Manning Boulevard in Albany is now a BuyRite Food Mart. Stewart’s said last November it was...
Four local Troopers receive NYSP commendations
ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — New York State Police Superintendent Steven James issued commendations and recognized 31 individuals for bravery and overall exceptional contributions at the annual New York State Police Awards Day Ceremony on Thursday, May 16. The ceremony — now in its 48th year — pays tribute to...
Celebrate the 518 with Niskaday on 5/18
Niskayuna, NY (WRGB) — The annual Niskaday parade and festival returns for its 43rd year and what better day to celebrate the 518 than on 5/18?. CBS 6’s Olivia Jaquith, a Niskayuna graduate, was live Friday morning to watch the set-up at the Zenner Road Fields, where organizers were getting ready for tomorrow’s kickoff.
05/18/2024: Seasonable Saturday Ahead of Big Warm-Up
The Latest Storm Tracker Forecast from Meteorologist Kevin Appleby:. A few spotty rain showers are expected Saturday, with a better chance for a shower or two west of the Hudson River. High pressure builds for the start of the upcoming week. After a pleasant Sunday, temperatures will soar well into the 80s for the upcoming work week in what will be the warmest stretch of days so far this season.
Troy man sentenced for animal abuse after a number of animals died under his care
TROY, NY (WRGB) — A Troy man has been sentenced to more than a month behind bars in an animal abuse case. Prosecutors say Tyler Valentine deliberately allowed three dogs, four cats, a bearded dragon and a ferret to die under his care in November of 2021. Valentine will...
NYC Council’s secret ‘woke’ wish list for Albany politicians revealed — including bill that could free killers when they reach 55
The New York City Council’s far-left majority plans to push Albany pols to pass a slew of super-woke measures – including bills that could help free killers when they reach age 55, allow felons to vote in prison and stymie federal immigration enforcement. The leftist Dems recently ironed out a “confidential” wish list that would make Lenin proud — 30 bills currently before the state Legislature that they are lobbying lawmakers to pass and Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign into law, according to a copy obtained by The Post. “The City Council is out of touch with the needs of their constituents,...
Investigators: Troy man damages patrol car while under arrest
Investigators: Troy man damages to patrol car while under arrest. A Troy man is accused of kicking and punching a Saratoga County deputy’s car while he was under arrest. Tyquan Simon caused more than $250 worth of damage to a patrol car by hitting a window and the divider, investigators said.
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