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Teens Caught With Guns Should Face Adult Charges, NY Senator Urges Hochul: 'It's Far Past Time'
A Hudson Valley lawmaker is urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to tighten New York’s “Raise the Age” law by giving judges more power to move repeat youth offenders — including those caught with firearms — into adult court. In a letter sent this week, State Sen. Rob Rolison, a Republican representing the 39th District in the Hudson Valley, called on the governor to include changes to Raise the Age in her upcoming executive budget. Enacted in 2019, the law raised the age of adult criminal prosecution to 18, with most cases involving younger teens automatically handled in Family Court. Proponents …
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Immersive Titanic Exhibit Brings Passengers’ Stories To Life In Schenectady
You’ll soon be able to step inside a full-scale immersive experience of the RMS Titanic as a new exhibit prepares to open in Schenectady. The experience, titled “Titanic: An Immersive Voyage,” is set to debut in the coming weeks at Armory Studios, located at 125 Washington Avenue in Schenectady. Organizers said the exhibit uses 3D projections, animations, and virtual reality to recreate the ship and the emotional journey of its passengers. The experience lasts 60 to 90 minutes and is designed for all ages. More than 300 artifacts, recreated rooms, panoramic visuals, and interactive galleri…
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Middle School Principal Resigns Amid Embezzlement Accusations In Saratoga County
The principal of a Saratoga County middle school resigned hours after being arrested for allegedly misusing union funds. Maple Avenue Middle School Principal Scott Singer stepped down from his position effective Thursday, Nov. 13. The Board of Education accepted his resignation during its meeting that same evening, Superintendent Michael Patton said in a message to families. Singer, 48, of Ballston Spa, was arrested Thursday following a two-month investigation into alleged misuse of funds tied to his role as an elected officer in the Saratoga Springs Administrators Association, a New York S…
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Rep. Elise Stefanik Announces Bid For NY Governor: 'Not On My Watch,' Hochul Replies
New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, a leading Republican in Congress and close ally of President Donald Trump, officially announced her campaign for New York governor early Friday, Nov. 7 — almost immediately drawing a sharp response from incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul. In a fiery announcement posted on X at 6 a.m., the 41-year-old Republican declared her candidacy and launched a scathing attack on Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, calling her “the worst governor in America.” "Under her failed leadership, New York is the most unaffordable state in the nation with the highest taxes, highest energy, utili…
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Election 2025: Winner Declared In Saratoga County District Attorney Race
A winner has been declared in the closely contested race for Saratoga County District Attorney. Republican Brett Eby defeated Democrat Bobby Logan by a margin of 51% to 49%, according to unofficial results with 100% of precincts reporting as of Wednesday morning, Nov. 5. The election marks the end of an era following the August retirement of longtime DA Karen Heggen, who led the office for more than a decade. Eby, a former prosecutor and attorney with deep ties to local law enforcement, ran on a tough-on-crime platform emphasizing accountability and partnerships with police. He pledged to …
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Election 2025: Winner Declared In Saratoga Springs Mayoral Race
A winner has been declared in the race for Saratoga Springs mayor. Republican incumbent John Safford defeated Democratic challenger Michele Madigan by a margin of 52% to 48%, according to unofficial results with 100% of precincts reporting as of 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5. Safford, a retired US Army lieutenant, first elected in 2023, becomes the city’s first Republican mayor in a decade to win re-election. His campaign centered on restoring civility and efficiency to city government, strengthening partnerships with nonprofits and local institutions, and maintaining public order — including…
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Election 2025: Dorcey Applyrs Makes History As Albany’s First Black Mayor
Democrat Dorcey Applyrs made history Tuesday night, becoming the first Black candidate ever elected mayor of Albany. Applyrs, the city’s chief auditor, defeated Republican Rocco Pezzulo in a landslide, capturing 86% of the vote to Pezzulo’s 14%, with all precincts reporting as of 11:20 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, according to unofficial results. Her victory ushers in a new era for New York’s capital city, ending 12 years under outgoing Democratic Mayor Kathy Sheehan. Applyrs will take office in January for a four-year term. In an emotional victory speech, Applyrs reflected on the historic nature…
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Election 2025: Winner Declared In Saratoga County Sheriff's Race
A winner has been declared in the race to lead the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Republican Jeff Brown defeated Democrat Ryan Mahan by a margin of 53% to 47%, according to unofficial results with 100% of precincts reporting as of Wednesday morning, Nov. 5. Brown, the county’s current undersheriff, will succeed longtime Sheriff Michael Zurlo, who is retiring after 16 years in office. A 27-year veteran of law enforcement, Brown began his career as a deputy in 1998 before serving as an investigator and later rising through the department’s leadership ranks. His campaign emphasized continu…
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Election Day 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Albany County
It’s Election Day across the Capital Region, and voters from Albany to Saratoga Springs are heading to the polls to decide pivotal local races that will shape leadership, budgets, and community priorities for the next four years. Albany County Albany Mayor One of the region’s most closely watched races is for Mayor of Albany, where Democrat Dorcey Applyrs faces Republican Rocco Pezzulo. Applyrs, who won a decisive Democratic primary in June, has campaigned on investing in “forgotten neighborhoods,” improving quality of life, and collaborating with residents on key issues like public …
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Braves Tap Hudson Valley Native As New Manager
Walt Weiss, a native of the Hudson Valley, has been named the new manager of the Atlanta Braves. View this post on Instagram Weiss was born in Tuxedo but grew up in Suffern, graduating from Suffern High School in 1982, where the baseball field is named after him. Congratulations to Walt Weiss, a fellow Suffern HS grad on being hired as the manager of the Atlanta @Braves !Weiss, 61, managed the Colorado Rockies from 2013 to 2016. Check out this great photo of Walt when he was a star baseball player for the Suffern Mounties! The field… pic.tw…
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NY Shopper Snags $3M Scratch-Off Jackpot At King Kullen
A quick grocery run turned into a life-changing payday for one Long Island man. Kurt Kelleher, of Shirley, became an instant millionaire after claiming the $3 million top prize on the “Bonus Bucks” scratch-off game, the New York Lottery announced. The winning ticket came from King Kullen, located at 405 William Floyd Parkway in Shirley — proof that sometimes your weekly supermarket stop can do more than fill your fridge. Instead of taking a lump sum, Kelleher chose to receive his winnings in 20 annual payments of $97,653 after required withholdings — not a bad way to pad the grocery budg…
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Rep. Elise Stefanik Preparing To Launch NY Governor Bid: Report
New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is preparing to launch a campaign for governor in 2026 and has already begun assembling a team of Trump advisers to lead her effort, CNN reports. Stefanik plans to formally announce her run shortly after New York City’s mayoral election next week, according to the outlet. The 41-year-old Republican, one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies in Congress, has reportedly told associates she’s ready to take on Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, signaling what could become one of the nation’s most closely watched gubernatorial races. Stefanik, who represen…
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