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• [GALLERY] 15 Years Since the 2008 Capital Region Ice Storm

  Limbs and power lines came down, power was knocked out to thousands

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Monday, December 11, 2023

• [GALLERY] Albany Santa Speedo Sprint 2023

  It was an unusually warm December day, bringing hundreds out in their speedos

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Monday, December 11, 2023

• [GALLERY] 20 Years Ago the Stellamare Capsized at the Port of Albany

  One of the worst disasters in the port's history

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Friday, December 8, 2023

• Clay Mineral Could Cool Planet

  This mineral could have influenced the ice age and traps carbon

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, December 8, 2023

• Hydrogel Could Change Diabetes Treatment

  A single dose could provide treatment for up to four months

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, December 8, 2023

• Violent Crime Rates Falling In Major Cities

  Rates have dropped double-digits and returned to pre-pandemic levels

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, December 8, 2023

• New Store Opening at Former Saratoga Coffee Traders

  'The Local Branch' is celebrating their grand opening

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Thursday, December 7, 2023

• McCormick Predicts 2024 Flavor Trend

  What Will The New Year Taste Like?

  Posted by Ally Reid at Thursday, December 7, 2023

• 'Chanukah on Jay' Returns this Sunday in Schenectady

  Food, music, games and the lighting of the grand menorah

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• Popular Schenectady Fish Fry Closes

  A new restaurant is being teased

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• New Hibachi Restaurant Now Open in Troy

  Lunch, dinner, eat-in or take-out

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• It's Official: The Belmont Stakes is Coming to Saratoga

  After weeks of rumors, it's finally confirmed

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• Pizza And Beer In One Menu Item?

  The Ultimate Combo?

  Posted by Ally Reid at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• White Claw Unveils Non-Alcoholic Seltzer

  Unspiked Seltzer Is Just Seltzer, Right?

  Posted by Ally Reid at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• Prime Students Can Fly for $25 for the Holidays

  There's A Limited Number Of Tickets

  Posted by Ally Reid at Wednesday, December 6, 2023

• Big Lots is Closing One of its Capital Region Stores

  This leaves only three in the area

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Tuesday, December 5, 2023

• Legendary Schenectady County Diner Closing Forever

  It's been a long 66 year run

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Monday, December 4, 2023

• Comedian Kevin Hart Returning to the Capital Region

  His 'Brand New Material' Tour will be here in early 2024

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Monday, December 4, 2023

• Beware Of 'Card Draining' Holiday Scam 

  Scammers Never Stop

  Posted by Ally Reid at Monday, December 4, 2023

• Today Is National Cookie Day!

  Here's Where You Can Get Free Cookies

  Posted by Ally Reid at Monday, December 4, 2023

• Teen Gives Away LEGO Sets To 3,000+ Kids

  He collects and restores LEGO bricks for kids in need

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, December 1, 2023

• New 'Concorde' Quicker & Quieter

  You could fly from NYC to London in 1.5 hours

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, December 1, 2023

• Styx and Foreigner Coming to SPAC in 2024

  The Renegades and Juke Box Heroes Tour

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Friday, December 1, 2023

• Anti-Aging Drug For Dogs Coming Soon

  The new drug could extend your dog's life

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, December 1, 2023

• It's Official: The College of Saint Rose will Close

  The school's board of trustees voted on Thursday.

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Thursday, November 30, 2023

• Western Mass Abandoned Ski Destination Sold, What's Next?

  It's been closed since 2002.

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Thursday, November 30, 2023

• Harbor Freight Adding a New Location in the Capital Region

  This will be their fourth store in the area

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Thursday, November 30, 2023

• The Cost Of ‘12 Days Of Christmas’ Reaches Record High

  A 'Partridge In A Pear Tree' Is How Much?

  Posted by Ally Reid at Wednesday, November 29, 2023

• After Over 100 Years, Albany College May Close Forever

  A multi-million dollar deficit has the school on the brink

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, November 29, 2023

• 50,000 Drivers Could Lose their License in New York State

  Suspensions begin on Friday 12/1

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, November 29, 2023

• Price Chopper & Market 32 Purchase Shop Rite Assets

  What are their plans?

  Posted by D Scott at Tuesday, November 28, 2023

• Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco Coming to Albany

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Tuesday, November 28, 2023

• Kids at Forest Park Elementary in Colonie Make Big Donation

  Thanks to these kids, many more will have a merry Christmas

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Monday, November 27, 2023

• How To Save Your Data From Being Deleted By Google

  Will Your Account Be Safe?

  Posted by Ally at Monday, November 27, 2023

• 'Authentic' Is Merriam-Webster's Word Of The Year For 2023

  Check Out The Other Top Words

  Posted by Ally Reid at Monday, November 27, 2023

• Hero Breaks Down Door to Man from Albany House Fire

  When Soffat Hossen saw smoke coming from the building, he ran in to help

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Monday, November 27, 2023

• Two Women Go Missing in Albany

  Police need your help finding them

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Saturday, November 25, 2023

• [GALLERY] Did You Run in the 2023 Troy Turkey Trot?

  Over 6,000 runners took over downtown Troy

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Friday, November 24, 2023

• New Cafe Opens in Colonie Center

  A familiar name in a new location

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Friday, November 24, 2023

• ALERT: Vehicle Explosion at NY-Canada Border

  Heads up if you're traveling

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, November 22, 2023

• Capital Region Bagel Shop Closing After 31 Years

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Tuesday, November 21, 2023

• Albany's Palace Theatre to Screen Free Holiday Movies

  Christmas classics on the big screen for free!

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Tuesday, November 21, 2023

• Efficient Fuel From Carbon Dioxide

  This efficient process can reduce greenhouse gases

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, November 17, 2023

• Reducing Salt Lowers Blood Pressure

  Some study participants were able to get off of their medications!

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, November 17, 2023

• Smoking Rates Decline In High Schoolers

  Smoking rates have decreased nearly 25% in just one year!

  Posted by Pete Kelly at Friday, November 17, 2023

• Two New Taco Bell Locations to Open in the Capital Region

  Got those late night cravings?

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Friday, November 17, 2023

• Chick-fil-A Testing Drone Delivery

  You Might See Fast Food Flying In Florida

  Posted by Ally Reid at Friday, November 17, 2023

• 'Luminary Walk' Being Held at Grafton Lakes State Park

  A nighttime winter stroll by candlelight

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Thursday, November 16, 2023

• Arena Planned for Mohawk Harbor Clears Major Hurdle

  The venue would host sports, concerts and trade shows

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Thursday, November 16, 2023

• 14 Year Old Missing from Saratoga County

  He was last seen on Friday

  Posted by Terry O'Donnell at Wednesday, November 15, 2023

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