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Child reported approached near Schenectady school, police say

Updated 5 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY - City police are investigating a report that a child was reported approached near Schenectady's Van Corlear Elementary school, police said. Read MoreChild reported approached near Schenectady school, police say

Three charged in February Clifton Park teen's stabbing, sheriff says

Updated 4 hrs ago

CLIFTON PARK — Three people have been charged in connection with the February stabbing of a teen in Clifton Park, Saratoga County Sheriff's officials said. Read MoreThree charged in February Clifton Park teen's stabbing, sheriff says

CDTA in talks to purchase Daily Gazette building

Updated 3 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — The Capital District Transportation Authority is in talks to purchase The Daily Gazette Co. headquarters on Maxon Road Extension, Gazette Publisher John DeAugustine announced on Thursday. Read MoreCDTA in talks to purchase Daily Gazette building

Milton chloroform death case: 'Contract' exists defense contends

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BALLSTON SPA — A "signed contract" exists between the defendant and victim in the Milton chloroform manslaughter case, the defendant's attorney said Thursday. Read MoreMilton chloroform death case: 'Contract' exists defense contends

Porterfield: Schenectady Council won't commit to Gaza ceasefire resolution

7 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — The Schenectady City Council won’t commit to adopting a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, Council President Marion Porterfield said during the council’s Monday night meeting. Read MorePorterfield: Schenectady Council won't commit to Gaza ceasefire resolution

Upper Union Street's UPshining offers rare plants, gardening help: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY - To step into upper Union Street’s UPshining is to step into another world altogether. Read MoreUpper Union Street's UPshining offers rare plants, gardening help: Spring Gardening

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Upper Union Street's UPshining offers rare plants, gardening help: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY - To step into upper Union Street’s UPshining is to step into another world altogether. Read MoreUpper Union Street's UPshining offers rare plants, gardening help: Spring Gardening

Niskayuna-native's CVT Soft Serve at SPAC - Bite-Sized

Updated 8 hrs ago

SARATOGA SPRINGS - If you’re heading to SPAC this summer, you’ll find a new addition to the concessions menu: CVT Soft Serve. Read MoreNiskayuna-native's CVT Soft Serve at SPAC - Bite-Sized

Mechanicville schools increase spending, remain under tax cap

7 hrs ago

MECHANICVILLE — The Mechanicville City School District is proposing to increase spending 10.86% in its 2024-25 school year budget due in part to rising costs related to everything from benefit… Read MoreMechanicville schools increase spending, remain under tax cap

Gloversville body ID'd as missing Johnstown man; Cause of death undetermined

Updated 11 hrs ago

GLOVERSVILLE - The body found this week in Gloversville has been identified as that of a Johnstown man missing since last summer, Gloversville Police said Thursday. Read MoreGloversville body ID'd as missing Johnstown man; Cause of death undetermined

Images: Lakeside Farms Opening Day in Ballston Lake (8 photos)

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BALLSTON LAKE - Some looks at Opening Day at Lakeside Farms in Ballston Lake Thursday, April 25, 2024. Read MoreImages: Lakeside Farms Opening Day in Ballston Lake (8 photos)

Saratoga Secret Gardens Tour to kick off with Sunnyside party: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Each summer a select number of lush and distinctively designed gardens throughout Saratoga Springs open their proverbial doors for a Secret Gardens Tour. Read MoreSaratoga Secret Gardens Tour to kick off with Sunnyside party: Spring Gardening

Sports

On Schools: Mechanicville baseball just won't stop scoring runs

Updated 57 mins ago

MECHANICVILLE — Hitting is contagious, and the Mechanicville baseball team is a prime example of that. Read MoreOn Schools: Mechanicville baseball just won't stop scoring runs

Stringing Sticks: Assessing teams' chances in league tournaments

Updated 4 hrs ago

With the end of the college lacrosse regular seasons this weekend, so too comes the end of this column for this year, but let’s wrap up some loose ends before we watch playoff lacrosse. We’ll … Read MoreStringing Sticks: Assessing teams' chances in league tournaments

Horses to watch this weekend: War Like Goddess trying to win Bewitch for fourth time

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WAR LIKE GODDESS Read MoreHorses to watch this weekend: War Like Goddess trying to win Bewitch for fourth time

The Parting Schotts Podcast: Childs on leaving Union men's hockey for Omaha Lancers; Yerdon's thoughts on Sabres hiring Ruff as head coach

Updated 10 hrs ago

On the latest edition of “The Parting Schotts Podcast,” I talk with Lennie Childs, who stepped down as Union College men’s hockey assistant coach to become the head coach of the United States … Read MoreThe Parting Schotts Podcast: Childs on leaving Union men's hockey for Omaha Lancers; Yerdon's thoughts on Sabres hiring Ruff as head coach

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Meadowbrook Farm Catskills brings something new to family tradition: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

LEEDS - This spring and summer, Meadowbrook Farm Catskills will be home to thousands of tulips, sunflowers, dahlias and a growing variety of other plants. Read MoreMeadowbrook Farm Catskills brings something new to family tradition: Spring Gardening

Columbia surpasses Dutchess in home prices

22 hrs ago

The price of homes increased and inventory decreased since 2021 in Columbia County, according to newly released data from the state Department of Taxation and Finance. Read MoreColumbia surpasses Dutchess in home prices

New Lebanon secures $2 million to cap former landfill site

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NEW LEBANON — The town will receive $2 million in state funding to close and cap the former New Lebanon landfill. Read MoreNew Lebanon secures $2 million to cap former landfill site

Helping customers, farm owners at Malta Farm & Garden: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

MALTA — When customers walk into the Malta Farm & Garden store on Route 9 they’re met with a pretty typical assortment of garden supplies, pet food, plants and other items for their outdoor needs. Read MoreHelping customers, farm owners at Malta Farm & Garden: Spring Gardening

Schenectady master gardeners aim to help community with tree care: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY - There’s a big difference between simply planting a tree and helping it thrive. Read MoreSchenectady master gardeners aim to help community with tree care: Spring Gardening

Rexford's Kulak's Nursery & Landscaping built on family, reputation: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

REXFORD — It began in 1982 with a used truck, a wheelbarrow and a few shovels. Read MoreRexford's Kulak's Nursery & Landscaping built on family, reputation: Spring Gardening

A year without Schenectady varsity baseball

Updated Apr 22, 2024

SCHENECTADY — Siena College head baseball coach Alex Jurczynski is proud of his Schenectady roots. Read MoreA year without Schenectady varsity baseball

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Gloversville body ID'd as missing Johnstown man; Cause of death undetermined

Updated 11 hrs ago

Sheriff: Mayfield man surrenders in domestic case after K-9 brought in

Updated 11 hrs ago

By 2:28 a.m, the man was apprehended by police without any pushback, officials said. Read MoreSheriff: Mayfield man surrenders in domestic case after K-9 brought in

Gloversville police: Identity of body in Cayadutta Creek expected Thursday

Updated 11 hrs ago

The unidentified body was found near a brush drop off site along a bank on the Cayadutta Creek Tuesday at 1:15 p.m. A portion of nearby Beaver Street was shut down throughout the afternoon. Read MoreGloversville police: Identity of body in Cayadutta Creek expected Thursday

Section 2 boys' lacrosse: Johnstown's Hoyt reaches 200 career goals

Updated 13 hrs ago

Ryan Hoyt has been doing special things as a member of the Johnstown lacrosse team since his freshman year when, among his highlights, he notched the game-winning overtime goal against Schuyle… Read MoreSection 2 boys' lacrosse: Johnstown's Hoyt reaches 200 career goals

The Recorder

CDTA in talks to purchase Daily Gazette building

Updated 3 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY — The Capital District Transportation Authority is in talks to purchase The Daily Gazette Co. headquarters on Maxon Road Extension, Gazette Publisher John DeAugustine announced on … Read MoreCDTA in talks to purchase Daily Gazette building

Car dealership, service center coming to former Knapik's building in Amsterdam

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AMSTERDAM — Lusso Motors, an independent used car dealership and automotive service center, will bring a “luxury” experience to Amsterdam when it opens in the coming weeks. Read MoreCar dealership, service center coming to former Knapik's building in Amsterdam

Four takeaways from the New York State budget

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The New York State budget passed on April 19, accounting for a spending plan totaling $237 billion. Read MoreFour takeaways from the New York State budget

Broadalbin-based Beyond Your Garden aims to help local gardeners thrive: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

BROADALBIN - Little did Jesse Walter know when he started a produce stand to sell the tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and other vegetables he grew that it would blossom into a full-fledged nurser… Read MoreBroadalbin-based Beyond Your Garden aims to help local gardeners thrive: Spring Gardening

Galleries & Videos

Images: Lakeside Farms Opening Day in Ballston Lake (8 photos)

10 hrs ago

BALLSTON LAKE - Some looks at Opening Day at Lakeside Farms in Ballston Lake Thursday, April 25, 2024. Read MoreImages: Lakeside Farms Opening Day in Ballston Lake (8 photos)

Images: Schenectady flag football vs. Saratoga Springs (16 photos)

Updated Apr 24, 2024

SCHENECTADY - Some looks at the Schenectady-Saratoga Springs flag football game Monday, April 22, 2024. Read MoreImages: Schenectady flag football vs. Saratoga Springs (16 photos)

Kegs, skates close out Schenectady Curling Club season

Updated Apr 24, 2024

Schenectady Curling Club members celebrate the end of another season with ice skating and keg curling before melting the club's ice for the summer. Read MoreKegs, skates close out Schenectady Curling Club season

Images: Broadalbin Craft Fair and Home Show (7 photos)

Updated Apr 23, 2024

BROADALBIN-PERTH - Looks at the second day of the annual Broadalbin Craft Fair and Home Show at Broadalbin-Perth High School to benefit the Broadalbin Youth Commission Sunday. Read MoreImages: Broadalbin Craft Fair and Home Show (7 photos)

Images: Johnstown Oddities show Sunday (10 photos)

Updated Apr 24, 2024

JOHNSTOWN - Some looks at the first-ever Oddities Show at the Johnstown Area Community Center, Sunday, April 14, 2024. Read MoreImages: Johnstown Oddities show Sunday (10 photos)

Jacey Locci, Stillwater High School track standout chooses LeMoyne

Updated Apr 23, 2024

Jacey Locci holds records at Stillwater High School and is taking on new challenges, signing her National Letter of Intent to run at LeMoyne College and participate in the school's 3+2 physici… Read MoreJacey Locci, Stillwater High School track standout chooses LeMoyne

Images: Good News Awards luncheon in Schenectady (16 photos)

Apr 22, 2024

SCHENECTADY - Some looks at the Good News Awards luncheon at Rivers Casino Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Read MoreImages: Good News Awards luncheon in Schenectady (16 photos)

Images: Eddies Music Awards Show at Proctors (9 photos)

Updated Apr 22, 2024

SCHENECTADY - A look at the 2024 Eddies Music Awards Show Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Proctors. Read MoreImages: Eddies Music Awards Show at Proctors (9 photos)

Images: Beech-Nut demolition nearing completion (10 photos)

Updated Apr 23, 2024

CANAJOHARIE - Some looks at the state of the demolition at the former Beech-Nut factory site in Canajoharie. Read MoreImages: Beech-Nut demolition nearing completion (10 photos)

Images: Freemans Bridge Road EPA Superfund clean up site (5 photos)

Updated Apr 22, 2024

GLENVILLE - Some looks at the EPA Superfund clean up site on Freemans Bridge Road in Glenville, Sunday, April 21, 2024. Read MoreImages: Freemans Bridge Road EPA Superfund clean up site (5 photos)

Images: Maple Avenue Bridge repairs in Glenville (3 photos)

Updated Apr 22, 2024

GLENVILLE - A look at the repairs underway for the Maple Avenue Bridge in Glenville. Repair work is set to last through Friday. Read MoreImages: Maple Avenue Bridge repairs in Glenville (3 photos)

Images: First day of trainer at Saratoga's Oklahoma Track (11 photos, video)

Apr 22, 2024

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Some looks at the first day of training at the Oklahoma Training Track in Saratoga Springs, Thursday, April 18, 2024. Read MoreImages: First day of trainer at Saratoga's Oklahoma Track (11 photos, video)

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Life & Arts

Upper Union Street's UPshining offers rare plants, gardening help: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

SCHENECTADY - To step into upper Union Street’s UPshining is to step into another world altogether. Read MoreUpper Union Street's UPshining offers rare plants, gardening help: Spring Gardening

Saratoga Secret Gardens Tour to kick off with Sunnyside party: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

Broadalbin-based Beyond Your Garden aims to help local gardeners thrive: Spring Gardening

Updated 8 hrs ago

BROADALBIN - Little did Jesse Walter know when he started a produce stand to sell the tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and other vegetables he grew that it would blossom into a full-fledged nursery offering more than 1,200 varieties of perennials, shrubs, annuals, herbs and succulents, as well a… Read MoreBroadalbin-based Beyond Your Garden aims to help local gardeners thrive: Spring Gardening

Jordan Davis, Jesse McCartney: Capital Region things to do this weekend

Updated 5 hrs ago

Between festivals, concerts, Broadway shows and community events, there’s always something to do in the Capital Region. Read MoreJordan Davis, Jesse McCartney: Capital Region things to do this weekend

Food & Drink

Niskayuna-native's CVT Soft Serve at SPAC - Bite-Sized

Updated 8 hrs ago

SARATOGA SPRINGS - If you’re heading to SPAC this summer, you’ll find a new addition to the concessions menu: CVT Soft Serve. Read MoreNiskayuna-native's CVT Soft Serve at SPAC - Bite-Sized

Images: Lakeside Farms Opening Day in Ballston Lake (8 photos)

10 hrs ago

BALLSTON LAKE - Some looks at Opening Day at Lakeside Farms in Ballston Lake Thursday, April 25, 2024. Read MoreImages: Lakeside Farms Opening Day in Ballston Lake (8 photos)

Albany's Nine Pin offering new cocktail-inspired ciders: Bite-Sized

Updated 8 hrs ago

Bite-sized is a feature where we’ll spotlight upcoming local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreAlbany's Nine Pin offering new cocktail-inspired ciders: Bite-Sized

Granny’s Ice Cream to open Thursday; Other Fulton County ice cream hours

Updated Apr 24, 2024

The family-run business was founded more than 30 years ago by the late Joan and Tom Dudley, and remains in the family. Read MoreGranny’s Ice Cream to open Thursday; Other Fulton County ice cream hours

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Opinion

EDITORIAL: County so far handling vacancy the right way

2 hrs ago

Montgomery County has a similar problem to the town of Glenville, in that each government’s top official is leaving his job for the private sector. Read MoreEDITORIAL: County so far handling vacancy the right way

Waite: Schenectady County library concerns justified

Updated Apr 24, 2024

A longtime collaborative agreement allows Schenectady County library cardholders to access the entirety of the Mohawk and Southern Adirondack library systems. A Schenectady County library boar… Read MoreWaite: Schenectady County library concerns justified

Adviser: Hybrid annual shareholders' meeting worth consideration: Down to Business

Apr 24, 2024

Berkshire Hathaway is famous for its annual shareholders’ meeting, which draws 30,000 or so to Omaha, Nebraska, for a long weekend in May that, in addition to company business and a question-a… Read MoreAdviser: Hybrid annual shareholders' meeting worth consideration: Down to Business

EDITORIAL: Get toxins out of plastics, reduce use

Apr 24, 2024

We’ve become so used to plastic that we don’t even consider the harm it’s doing to us and the planet. Read MoreEDITORIAL: Get toxins out of plastics, reduce use