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Niskayuna employee fired, allegedly lied about Dickerson rally

12 hrs ago

Niskayuna has terminated a town employee who allegedly lied about her role in communicating with former Niskayuna teacher Michael Dickerson prior to a March 9 rally at town hall. Read MoreNiskayuna employee fired, allegedly lied about Dickerson rally

Police: Dog found maimed, underweight in Schenectady

11 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — A dog was found maimed and underweight this past weekend in Schenectady, and city police are investigating it as animal cruelty and are asking for the public's help. Read MorePolice: Dog found maimed, underweight in Schenectady

YWCA expanding Early Learning Center, relocating to former St. Clare's campus

10 hrs ago

The YWCA of NorthEastern NY has been awarded a $1.2 million state grant to relocate and expand its Early Learning Center to the former St. Clare’s Hospital campus as part of broader plans to redevelop the now-vacant medical facility. Read MoreYWCA expanding Early Learning Center, relocating to former St. Clare's campus

Shenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam compete in Albany robotics event

11 hrs ago

ALBANY - Robotics teams from Shenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam, Chatham and from around the state and beyond competed in the FIRST Robotics Competition regional this past weekend at MVP Arena in Albany. Read MoreShenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam compete in Albany robotics event

Shenendehowa Superintendent Robinson announces retirement

13 hrs ago

CLIFTON PARK — One of the Capital Region's longest-serving superintendents will retire at the end of the school year. Read MoreShenendehowa Superintendent Robinson announces retirement

Emmy-winning journalist, Union College alum named commencement speaker

10 hrs ago

Joanna Stern, a columnist at the Wall Street Journal, will deliver this year's commencement address at Union College on June 15, the college announced Monday. Read MoreEmmy-winning journalist, Union College alum named commencement speaker

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Emmy-winning journalist, Union College alum named commencement speaker

10 hrs ago

Scrapbook: 1987 in Schenectady, Scotia-Glenville, Rotterdam

13 hrs ago

SCRAPBOOK - Cap Scrap is in the 1987 groove for today's portfolio of the past, with a few more recent photos of Mechanicville's Tennandeho White Water Derby included for cool canoe and cooler … Read MoreScrapbook: 1987 in Schenectady, Scotia-Glenville, Rotterdam

Mastroianni mourned 'death' of political career after mail-swap scandal

18 hrs ago

Suddenly facing legal, personal and political repercussions in an already tough-to-win contest, Mastroianni’s life was turned upside down. It wasn’t until last week that the petit larceny case… Read MoreMastroianni mourned 'death' of political career after mail-swap scandal

Mother accused of stabbing son Sunday night in Schenectady

14 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — A mother has been arrested, accused of stabbing her 16-year-old son in the arm Sunday, police said. Read MoreMother accused of stabbing son Sunday night in Schenectady

Photos: Schenectady Run for your Life 5K

13 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY - The 16th Annual Run for your Life 5K sponsored by the Schenectady Firefighters Cancer Foundation in Central Park Saturday, March 29, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Schenectady Run for your Life 5K

Schenectady's Civitello's getting closer to opening after major renovation

18 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — Bending beams. Read MoreSchenectady's Civitello's getting closer to opening after major renovation

Local Events

Outlook 2025 - A spotlight on Capital Region business

Schuylerville sisters find success in skilled-trades professions – Outlook 2025

Feb 19, 2025

Kylie Curtis Holland, Curtis Lumber, Ballston Spa – Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 20, 2025

BALLSTON SPA Read MoreKylie Curtis Holland, Curtis Lumber, Ballston Spa – Outlook 2025

Jon Keller, MorningLine.ai — Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 20, 2025

SCHENECTADY Read MoreJon Keller, MorningLine.ai — Outlook 2025

Max and Nikki Poritzky, Foothills Farm, Greenfield Center – Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 20, 2025

GREENFIELD CENTER Read MoreMax and Nikki Poritzky, Foothills Farm, Greenfield Center – Outlook 2025

Meredith Borak, St. Mary’s Healthcare – Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

Columbia County business landscape faces aging workforce, affordability challenges — Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

Sarah Kucel Eckler, Townsend Leather — Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

Scott Lewis, Wesson Group – Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

James Hannahs, Greene County Economic Development Corporation — Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

Carla Kolbe, Fulton County tourism coordinator - Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

Sunmark introduces new President and CEO Beaudoin – Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 25, 2025

Dan Barner, Booo365, Ballston Spa – Outlook 2025

Updated Feb 19, 2025

BALLSTON SPA Read MoreDan Barner, Booo365, Ballston Spa – Outlook 2025

Bite-Sized - A spotlight on local food and restaurant news

Glens Falls Brewfest returns - Bite-Sized

Mar 26, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreGlens Falls Brewfest returns - Bite-Sized

Clifton Park's Rusty Nail brings back popular hot dog line-up - Bite-Sized

Mar 26, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreClifton Park's Rusty Nail brings back popular hot dog line-up - Bite-Sized

Annabel's Pizza Co. set to close Schenectady location - Bite-Sized

Mar 25, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreAnnabel's Pizza Co. set to close Schenectady location - Bite-Sized

Ballston Spa's Hop City Maple, others gear up for Maple Weekend - Bite-Sized

Mar 21, 2025

BALLSTON SPA — Patience — and hours of cooking — have paid off for maple-syrup makers across the Capital Region, including at Hop City Maple in Ballston Spa. Read MoreBallston Spa's Hop City Maple, others gear up for Maple Weekend - Bite-Sized

Cousins Maine Lobster food truck to launch in Mayfield on Saturday - Bite-Sized

Mar 21, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreCousins Maine Lobster food truck to launch in Mayfield on Saturday - Bite-Sized

Colonie Restaurant Week kicks off March 24 - Bite-Sized

Mar 18, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreColonie Restaurant Week kicks off March 24 - Bite-Sized

PDT Maison opens in Saratoga Springs - Bite-Sized

Mar 18, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MorePDT Maison opens in Saratoga Springs - Bite-Sized

PrimoHoagies to open in Albany Thursday - Bite-Sized

Mar 18, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MorePrimoHoagies to open in Albany Thursday - Bite-Sized

Ice Cream: Dairy Haus, Martha's Dandee Creme, others opening - Bite-Sized

Mar 11, 2025

Bite-sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreIce Cream: Dairy Haus, Martha's Dandee Creme, others opening - Bite-Sized

Halfmoon’s Rollin’ Smoke closes - Bite-Sized

Mar 11, 2025

Bite-sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreHalfmoon’s Rollin’ Smoke closes - Bite-Sized

Uncommon Grounds opens North Greenbush location - Bite-Sized

Mar 8, 2025

Bite-sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreUncommon Grounds opens North Greenbush location - Bite-Sized

Albany's Nine Pin releases new cider - Bite-Sized

Mar 5, 2025

Bite-sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreAlbany's Nine Pin releases new cider - Bite-Sized

Sports

Coxsackie-Athens baseball beats Schenectady in season-opener

4 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — The Coxsackie-Athens baseball team opened its year with a win Monday, beating Schenectady 10-1. Read MoreCoxsackie-Athens baseball beats Schenectady in season-opener

Jeffes, Sawyer earn SUNYAC's top indoor track honors -- College Roundup

10 hrs ago

The Capital Region can claim the top two indoor track and field athletes from the SUNYAC. Read MoreJeffes, Sawyer earn SUNYAC's top indoor track honors -- College Roundup

Galofaro, Scaccia lead area rollers -- Junior Bowling

12 hrs ago

Angelo Galofaro ripped a 290-751 and Nico Meservey produced a 266-707 for the boys at Boulevard Bowl, where Sophia Scaccia topped the girls with a 193-540, in the final junior bowling roundup … Read MoreGalofaro, Scaccia lead area rollers -- Junior Bowling

Olympic champion Amit Elor leads girls' wrestling camp at Curby Training Center

Mar 30, 2025

TROY — The sport of wrestling has taken Amit Elor all over the world. Read MoreOlympic champion Amit Elor leads girls' wrestling camp at Curby Training Center

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Editor's Picks

Police: Dog found maimed, underweight in Schenectady

11 hrs ago

Sheriff: Clifton Park man stole patrol car, drove it to Kingston

Mar 29, 2025

HALFMOON - Late Friday, a Saratoga County sheriff’s deputy had their patrol car snatched from behind a substation and driven more than an hour away. Read MoreSheriff: Clifton Park man stole patrol car, drove it to Kingston

Sheriff: Driver charged Halfmoon flag worker incident

Mar 29, 2025

HALFMOON — A Cohoes man has been arrested, accused of endangerment in an incident involving a road work flag person in Halfmoon. Read MoreSheriff: Driver charged Halfmoon flag worker incident

Schenectady lawyer Kevin Litz indicted in document case

Mar 28, 2025

Schenectady attorney Kevin Litz has been charged with five felony counts tied to his role as a lawyer, including possessing forged documents and tampering with evidence. Read MoreSchenectady lawyer Kevin Litz indicted in document case

Sheriff: Missing Amsterdam teen found safe

Mar 28, 2025

AMSTERDAM - A missing Amsterdam teen has been found safe, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said Sunday. Read MoreSheriff: Missing Amsterdam teen found safe

Police: Schenectady man, 73, found emaciated; Daughter charged

Mar 27, 2025

SCHENECTADY — A Schenectady woman has been arrested, accused of endangering her 73-year-old father as his caregiver, as he became so malnourished as to weigh 72 pounds, city police said. Read MorePolice: Schenectady man, 73, found emaciated; Daughter charged

Troopers: Halfmoon incident leads to Colonie standoff

Mar 27, 2025

HALFMOON - An incident in Halfmoon led to a standoff this week in Colonie, New York State Police said. Read MoreTroopers: Halfmoon incident leads to Colonie standoff

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The Leader-Herald

Democrat seeks to bring ‘liberal voice’ to Gloversville council in 2026

Mar 30, 2025

The 38-year-old Walmart Distribution Center worker is vying to replace outgoing Councilwoman Elizabeth Batchelor’s seat in Ward 3 in a matchup against Republican newcomer Pamela Bray. Read MoreDemocrat seeks to bring ‘liberal voice’ to Gloversville council in 2026

Person apprehended after allegedly fleeing crash site in Town of Johnstown on Sunday

Mar 30, 2025

A person was apprehended after they allegedly fled a crash scene Sunday, according to the Fulton County Sheriff's Office. Read MorePerson apprehended after allegedly fleeing crash site in Town of Johnstown on Sunday

Investigation into hateful sign posted on Gloversville fence closed

Mar 28, 2025

GLOVERSVILLE — The investigation into a hateful, politically charged sign posted outside a Democratic committee member's Kingsboro Avenue home in January was closed earlier this month, police … Read MoreInvestigation into hateful sign posted on Gloversville fence closed

Northville drama club presents 'Once Upon a Mattress'

Mar 28, 2025

NORTHVILLE — The Northville Central School District Drama Club will present “Once Upon a Mattress” at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, with a matinee at 2 p.m. Sunday. Read MoreNorthville drama club presents 'Once Upon a Mattress'

The Recorder

Shenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam compete in Albany robotics event

11 hrs ago

ALBANY - Robotics teams from Shenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam, Chatham and from around the state and beyond competed in the FIRST Robotics Competition regional this past weekend at MVP Ar… Read MoreShenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam compete in Albany robotics event

Mastroianni mourned 'death' of political career after mail-swap scandal

18 hrs ago

Montgomery County awarded $146K state grant for EMS Division

Mar 29, 2025

FONDA — Montgomery County has been awarded a $146,483 Emergency Medical Services Support grant that will supply the EMS Division with potentially lifesaving equipment. Read MoreMontgomery County awarded $146K state grant for EMS Division

Town of Amsterdam officials advocate for kratom sales restrictions

Mar 28, 2025

TOWN OF AMSTERDAM — Town of Amsterdam officials concerned over an unregulated herbal substance called kratom have signaled their support for a proposed state law that would prohibit the sale o… Read MoreTown of Amsterdam officials advocate for kratom sales restrictions

Galleries & Videos

Video: FIRST Robotics Competition, Albany

9 hrs ago

Video from the FIRST Robotics Competition in Albany. March 29, 2025 Read MoreVideo: FIRST Robotics Competition, Albany

Scrapbook: 1987 in Schenectady, Scotia-Glenville, Rotterdam

13 hrs ago

Photos: Schenectady's Run for your Life 5K

13 hrs ago

Photos: Broadalbin Craft Fair & Home Show

Mar 30, 2025

Photos: Schenectady City Hall clock tower

Mar 29, 2025

SCHENECTADY - The City Hall clock tower is set to undergo renovations starting Monday, March 31. Read MorePhotos: Schenectady City Hall clock tower

Photos: Ember & Cork, Schenectady

Mar 29, 2025

SCHENECTADY - Photos from Ember & Cork, 469 State St., Schenectady Read MorePhotos: Ember & Cork, Schenectady

Photos: Ballston Spa High School presents 'Catch Me If You Can"

Mar 29, 2025

Video: Scotia's Jumpin' Jack's opens for season

Mar 28, 2025

SCOTIA - Scotia's Jumpin' Jack's Drive-In opened for the season Thursday and our Ameara Ditsche was there, both after and ahead of the opening. Read MoreVideo: Scotia's Jumpin' Jack's opens for season

Photos: Schenectady/ Mohonasen/ Schalmont girls' lacrosse

Mar 28, 2025

SCHENECTADY - Schenectady/ Mohonasen/ Schalmont girls' lacrosse took on Hoosick Falls/ Tamarac in the season opener Thursday, March 27, 2025, and fell 20-2. Read MorePhotos: Schenectady/ Mohonasen/ Schalmont girls' lacrosse

Photos: Protest in Saratoga Springs

Mar 27, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS - A protest Thursday evening down Broadway from Congress Park to City Hall to protest continued attacks on "Palestinians, students, academics, journalists and other activists.” Read MorePhotos: Protest in Saratoga Springs

Photos: Opening Day 2025 at Jumpin' Jack's in Scotia

Mar 27, 2025

SCOTIA - The legendary Jumpin' Jack's Drive-in opened for the 2025 season Thursday. Our look at Opening Day. Read MorePhotos: Opening Day 2025 at Jumpin' Jack's in Scotia

Video: Saratoga Beer Summit

Mar 26, 2025

Beer Columnist John Norris at Saratoga Beerfest Feb. 22, 2025. Read MoreVideo: Saratoga Beer Summit

Nippertown

Review: Voodoo Priestess Moonlight Benjamin 'hypnotizes' crowd at United Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs

14 hrs ago

It didn’t matter that I could not understand a word that the self-proclaimed Voodoo priestess sang at her 90-minute concert at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Saturday night. Moonlight Benjamin communicated on a more primal level than words convey, supported by the same four-piece ro… Read MoreReview: Voodoo Priestess Moonlight Benjamin 'hypnotizes' crowd at United Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs

Blotto members look back on highs – and lows – of their music career in new documentary - Upstate Beat

Mar 30, 2025

The trailer for “Hello! My Name is Blotto: The Movie!” — the new documentary about the legendary Capital Region band — contains a clip of the group sharing a laugh and a Blotto T-shirt with Martha Quinn, one of the original VJs on MTV. Read MoreBlotto members look back on highs – and lows – of their music career in new documentary - Upstate Beat

Review: Ladysmith Black Mambazo transports Caffe Lena crowd

Mar 30, 2025

Often singing in a Zulu dialect that spikes like Puerto Rican Spanish melding with melodic French, Ladysmith Black Mambazo performed for two sold-out Caffé Lena crowds last Saturday. For the second show, the eight-voice a capella group was introduced as a rare opportunity to see such an icon… Read MoreReview: Ladysmith Black Mambazo transports Caffe Lena crowd

Spectrum Theater to host Director Susan Seidelman for Q&A Friday

Mar 27, 2025

Director Susan Seidelman will be in Albany this weekend to mark the 40th anniversary of her film, “Desperately Seeking Susan.” Read MoreSpectrum Theater to host Director Susan Seidelman for Q&A Friday

Life & Arts

Shenendehowa, Ballston Spa, Amsterdam compete in Albany robotics event

11 hrs ago

Scrapbook: 1987 in Schenectady, Scotia-Glenville, Rotterdam

13 hrs ago

SCRAPBOOK - Cap Scrap is in the 1987 groove for today's portfolio of the past, with a few more recent photos of Mechanicville's Tennandeho White Water Derby included for cool canoe and cooler water fans. Read MoreScrapbook: 1987 in Schenectady, Scotia-Glenville, Rotterdam

Photos: Schenectady Run for your Life 5K

13 hrs ago

Latest from local filmmakers brings stars to Schenectady

Mar 30, 2025

The premise of the latest project from Capital Region filmmakers Micah Khan and Victoria Diana sounds simple on the surface. Read MoreLatest from local filmmakers brings stars to Schenectady

Food & Drink

Schenectady's Civitello's getting closer to opening after major renovation

18 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — Bending beams. Read MoreSchenectady's Civitello's getting closer to opening after major renovation

Review: Schenectady's Ember & Cork impresses with menu, service - At The Table

Mar 29, 2025

SCHENECTADY — You want to go out to dinner someplace nice. Maybe it’s a birthday or a special occasion. But it’s Monday. Read MoreReview: Schenectady's Ember & Cork impresses with menu, service - At The Table

Photos: Ember & Cork, Schenectady

Mar 29, 2025

SCHENECTADY - Photos from Ember & Cork, 469 State St., Schenectady Read MorePhotos: Ember & Cork, Schenectady

Simone's Kitchen expanding Schenectady presence

Mar 28, 2025

Simone’s Kitchen is expanding its presence in downtown Schenectady with plans to create a central kitchen and a tapas-style eatery in the Mill Artisan District on State Street and a new venture next to what has become its flagship location on Jay Street. Read MoreSimone's Kitchen expanding Schenectady presence

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Opinion

GUEST COLUMN: U.S. should focus on the risks of not standing up for Ukraine

6 hrs ago

By Dr. Roger H. Hull Read MoreGUEST COLUMN: U.S. should focus on the risks of not standing up for Ukraine

EDITORIAL: State officials must heed concerns about human trafficking effort

Mar 29, 2025

Back in 2019, then-17-year-old Brooklyn native Leah Robinson-Smith just wanted to hang out at a friend’s house to decompress. Read MoreEDITORIAL: State officials must heed concerns about human trafficking effort

GUEST COLUMN: State discovery law needs tweaks for fairness

Mar 28, 2025

By Chris Liberati-Conant Read MoreGUEST COLUMN: State discovery law needs tweaks for fairness

GUEST COLUMN: Time to fight back against Trump’s assault on veterans

Mar 27, 2025

By Lew Benton Read MoreGUEST COLUMN: Time to fight back against Trump’s assault on veterans

HIGH NOTES: Arts scholarship, care for child with cancer, beautification effort

Mar 27, 2025

In Rhinebeck, the CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck announced a new scholarship for high school students who are entering college with a focus on theater. The new Lou Trapani Legacy Scho… Read MoreHIGH NOTES: Arts scholarship, care for child with cancer, beautification effort

EDITORIAL: Petty politics undermines new Tannersville mayor

Mar 26, 2025

If outgoing Tannersville Mayor David Schneider truly had the interests of voters at heart, he would help move the village forward by respecting their wishes, instead of using his last remainin… Read MoreEDITORIAL: Petty politics undermines new Tannersville mayor