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Popular Pizza Guru Puts Capital Region Restaurant In 'Drunk Category' Popular Pizza Guru Puts Capital Region Restaurant In 'Drunk Category'
Popular Pizza Guru Puts Capital Region Restaurant In 'Drunk Category' You could say he found this local pizzeria… half baked. Self-proclaimed pizza expert and Barstool Sports owner Dave Portnoy visited La Famiglia Pizza in Albany on Wednesday, Sept. 13, for his popular “One Bite Pizza Reviews” series on YouTube. The 46-year-old begins the video by saying that the pizza chef, possibly the owner, was “not impressed” with Portnoy’s appearance. “(He had) no clue who I was,” he says. “I always respect that in the pizza game.” He then moves on to the taste test, critiquing the crust before taking his first bite. “It’s a little bit doughy. A lot of bit doughy…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Jackpot! $7M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store Jackpot! $7M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store
Jackpot! $7M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store An incredibly lucky lottery player has beat the odds and joined the millionaires club. One winning Cash4Life ticket, worth $1,000 a day for life, was sold in Schenectady at the Speedway located at 1911 Curry Road, according to New York Lottery. The ticket, sold for the drawing held Tuesday, Sept. 19, guarantees a minimum payout of $7 million. Tuesday’s winning numbers are: 2-3-6-18-19 and the Cash Ball is 1. Cash4Life numbers are drawn from a field of one to 60. The Cash Ball is drawn from a separate field of one to four. Drawings are held daily at 9 a.m. Players can check their ticke…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Eatery In Region Makes Top 50 US Restaurants List: New Report Eatery In Region Makes Top 50 US Restaurants List: New Report
Eatery In Region Makes Top 50 US Restaurants List: New Report A new report by The New York Times listed four New York eateries among the Top 50 in the nation. Stissing House, located in Dutchess County at 7801 South Main Street in Pine Plains, is among the locales to be lauded by The Times in its 2023 “The Restaurant List,” which tests hundreds of eateries across the US to determine which are sending out the most exceptional and exciting dishes. Situated in a building with over 200 years of history, Stissing House as it’s known today officially opened in March 2022 when Clare de Boer took over the French restaurant and turned it into a country taver…

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by Sophie Grieser
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Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store
Winning Lottery Ticket Worth $50K Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store A winning Powerball ticket worth tens of thousands of dollars was sold at a convenience store in the region. The third prize-winning ticket, worth $50,000, was sold in Albany at the Stewart’s Shops located at 1050 Western Avenue, New York Lottery announced. It was sold for the drawing held on Saturday, Sept. 16. Powerball numbers are drawn from a field of one to 69. The red ball Power Ball is drawn from a separate field of one to 26. Saturday’s winning numbers were 8-11-19-24-46 and the Power Ball is 5. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their prize money. Players can …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Tools For Schools Is Back! Tools For Schools Is Back!
Tools For Schools Is Back! It is hard to believe that another school year is right around the corner. At Price Chopper and Market 32, we understand the importance of children having proper school supplies to fuel their education and have donated over $14,600,000 in educational equipment through Tools for Schools. Beginning on Sunday, August 20th, customers can register for Tools for Schools to help their local school earn its share of over $200,000 in educational equipment. How does what I buy help my school when I register for Tools for Schools? By registering your AdvantEdge Card on our rewards site (follow steps …

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Cha-Ching! $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store Cha-Ching! $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store
Cha-Ching! $1M Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Capital Region Convenience Store A winning lottery ticket worth $1 million was sold at a convenience store in the region, New York Lottery officials announced. The second prize-winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Albany County, at the Stewart’s Shops in Glenmont, located on Frontage Road. It was purchased for the drawing held Tuesday, Sept. 12. Tuesday’s winning Mega Millions numbers are 2-14-21-42-67 and the Mega Ball is 18. Players can check their numbers on the New York Lottery website and have one year from the drawing date to claim their prize money. The Mega Millions drawing is held every Tuesday and Friday a…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Popular Pizza Guru Reviews Saratoga Springs Eatery: 'Mystifying I've Never Had This' Popular Pizza Guru Reviews Saratoga Springs Eatery: 'Mystifying I've Never Had This'
Popular Pizza Guru Reviews Saratoga Springs Eatery: 'Mystifying I've Never Had This' After driving past the place “a million times” over the years, Dave Portnoy finally stopped at a pizzeria in the region to see what all the fuss is about. The self-proclaimed pizza expert and Barstool Sports owner, age 46, visited Saratoga County eatery 9 Miles East Farm in Saratoga Springs on Thursday, Sept. 7, for his popular “One Bite Pizza Reviews” series on YouTube. “It’s absolutely mystifying I’ve never had this pizza. Mystifying,” he said, adding that several people have recommended the restaurant to him over the years. Popular Pizza Guru Pleasantly Perplexed By Glenville Eatery:…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Gilgo Beach Murders: New 20/20 Episode Spotlights 'Biggest True Crime Story Of Summer' Gilgo Beach Murders: New 20/20 Episode Spotlights 'Biggest True Crime Story Of Summer'
Gilgo Beach Murders: New 20/20 Episode Spotlights 'Biggest True Crime Story Of Summer' A new episode of ABC-TV's 20/20 focuses on the Gilgo Beach serial murder case, calling it the "biggest true crime story of the summer."The episode, "Long Island Serial Killer," begins at 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, and lasts until 11 p.m.  New Update -  Serial Murder Case: Suspect's Family Wants Police To Pay For Leaving NY Home 'In Shambles' The suspect in the case, Rex Heuermann, age 59, resided with his wife and two children at the Massapequa Park home where he grew up at the time of his arrest in late July. He's been charged with the killings of three women and is the prime sus…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Million Dollar Club: Player From Capital Region Strikes It Rich On Powerball Ticket Million Dollar Club: Player From Capital Region Strikes It Rich On Powerball Ticket
Million Dollar Club: Player From Capital Region Strikes It Rich On Powerball Ticket A lucky lottery player from the region has joined the million-dollar club after striking it rich on a Powerball ticket. Peter Cornell, of Schenectady, claimed a $1 million second prize for matching the first five numbers from the drawing held on Wednesday, July 19. After paying Uncle Sam, Cornell received a lump sum payment of $651,121. He purchased the winning ticket in Latham, at the Cumberland Farms located at 1159 Troy Schenectady Road. Powerball numbers are drawn from a field of one to 69. The red ball Power Ball is drawn from a separate field of one to 26. Winners have one year fr…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Drinks, Food Were Amazing': New Restaurant In Capital Region Garnering High Praise 'Drinks, Food Were Amazing': New Restaurant In Capital Region Garnering High Praise
'Drinks, Food Were Amazing': New Restaurant In Capital Region Garnering High Praise A new pan-Asian restaurant in the region serving up a variety of noodle soups and rice dishes is garnering high praise just weeks into business. Albany County eatery Hey Chef, located in Albany at 1133 Central Avenue, held its grand opening on Friday, Aug. 11. The business is under the direction of Ruby Liu, who also owns Albany spot Tengu Bistro on Central Avenue.  Adorning the restaurant’s menu are a variety of wheat and rice noodle soups made with either chicken, beef, or shrimp. Diners can also opt for rice bowls, served with meat, white rice, broccoli, carrots, and a chef special sau…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost Couldn't get tickets to see Taylor Swift's The Era Tour in person? You're very much not alone. But don't worry, Swifties, there's a way to experience the pop culture juggernaut. "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" will be premiering at AMC Theatres starting on Friday, Oct. 13 (obviously) with tickets going on sale Thursday, Aug. 31. Showtimes will run from Thursdays to Sundays.  Standard showings are priced at $19.89 (cute!) for adults and $13.13 for seniors and children (of course).  The concert film, which will run 2 hours and 45 minutes long (or short),  will use footage …

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by Sam Barron
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'So Yummy': Popular Burger Chain Opens New Location In Capital Region 'So Yummy': Popular Burger Chain Opens New Location In Capital Region
'So Yummy': Popular Burger Chain Opens New Location In Capital Region A popular restaurant chain known for its smash burgers and hand-cut fries is pleasing crowds with its newest location in the region. Herbie’s Burgers opened in Schenectady at 175 Jay Street on Monday, Aug. 21, marking the chain’s sixth location. In addition to several burger options, the business serves up three different styles of French fries and a dozen tantalizing milkshakes, including chocolate, banana, and strawberry. Among its most popular selections, according to Yelp, is the Double Cheeseburger, made with two grass-fed organic beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, onions, tomat…

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by Michael Mashburn