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Town supports $1.5 million bid grant for Blue Cross building development
27 year run vacancy may be over SLINGERLANDS – After sitting empty for at least 27 years, the former Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield building at 1251 New Scotland Road […] The post Town supports $1.5 million bid grant for Blue Cross building development first appeared on Spotlight News.
Officer-involved shooting leaves Albany neighbors on edge
The shooting of an Albany police officer during a traffic stop happened right by The College of Saint Rose, in a neighborhood where many students live. Students and neighbors expressed concern and disbelief over the violence unfolding near their homes and campus. They’re using words like “horrifying” and “scary” to...
5 things to know this Wednesday, April 17
An Albany police officer is recovering and a suspect died early Wednesday morning in Albany. Police Chief Eric Hawkins says the officer was "ambushed" after a short chase and traffic stop. Also, a new cell tower is expected to be built in the town of Hebron. Calls for improved cell service were renewed after the fatal shooting of Kaylin Gillis in April 2023. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Wednesday afternoon.
Second suspect arrested in Slingerlands Facebook Marketplace sale gone wrong
The second suspect involved in a Facebook Marketplace robbery incident that occurred on December 27 on Vista Blvd was taken into custody. The post Second suspect arrested in Slingerlands Facebook Marketplace sale gone wrong first appeared on Spotlight News.
House fire sheds light on migrant housing crisis
All that remains now of 532 Morris Street is an empty lot and two dozen migrants who were all crammed into a single owner occupancy house that are now displaced. Officials tell NEWS10 this crisis is a growing concern across the city.
Local fire departments push back against proposed OSHA mandates
Chiefs ask OSHA to pull back requirements that could result in shutdowns of firehouses BETHLEHEM and COLONIE – Local fire officials are saying no to the U.S. Occupational Safety and […] The post Local fire departments push back against proposed OSHA mandates first appeared on Spotlight News.
Eight migrant families displaced in Albany fire
More than 20 migrants are without a home after a fire in Albany. The fire started Monday afternoon at 532 Morris St., the Times Union reported. Eight Spanish-speaking families were living in the building at the time, firefighters said. No one was hurt, emergency crews said. There were people staying...
Big budget drama in Albany
ALBANY, NY (Erie News Now)--AT THE BEGINNING OF THE WEEK GOV. KATHY HOCHUL ANNOUNCED A HANDSHAKE AGREEMENT ON THE FINAL BUDGET SENDING A surprising SHOCK AMONG LEGISLATORS IN THE CAPITOL. SOME LEGISLATIVE LEADERS SAid HOCHUL JUMPED THE GUN. “Well, she said there is an agreement and here we are two...
Library architects design plan to get info to community
Residents speak directly to architects about expansion project DELMAR – On April 10, representatives from Ashley McGraw, the outside architectural firm hired to redesign and renovate Bethlehem’s Town Library, held […] The post Library architects design plan to get info to community first appeared on Spotlight News.
Child Ate Cocaine In Schenectady Home Where Sibling Died: DA
Police were called to a Schenectady residence on Elmer Avenue near Poplar Street at around 3 a.m. Sunday, April 14, for a young girl who was unconscious and not breathing. Medics pronounced the girl dead a short time later. An investigation found that the girl’s father, 33-year-old Robert Buskey, starved...
Police: Clifton Park man used victim’s bank card to steal more than $10,000
A Clifton Park man is accused of stealing more than $10,000 from a Saratoga County resident’s bank account. Anthony J. Cafararo Jr., 58, had access to a bank card to obtain groceries for the victim, State Police said. Cafararo allegedly withdrew the money at multiple ATMs without notifying the victim or having permission, police said. The money was not returned to the victim. The matter was reported to police in December.
Albany mourns loss of former fire chief
The Albany Fire Department is mourning the loss of former Chief James Larson. Larson passed away yesterday, according to Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan. Larson spent 32 years with the Albany Fire Department. He started in November 1968. He served as the chief of the department from December 1987 until November...
Shenanigans manager needs to find new home to get out of jail
The general manager of Shenanigans Gentlemen’s Club needs to find another place to live – other than less than 300 feet from the business – if he is to be freed from federal custody. Luiggi Canessa is accused of selling meth to an undercover officer in February...
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