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Shots fired at police station, Saratoga Springs police say
February 8, 2025, 2:09 am | Source

No one was injured and a person was in custody after the Friday night incident on Lake Avenue.


Ambrose gaining momentum to become UAlbany interim football coach
February 8, 2025, 1:33 am | Source

Ambrose, also associate head coach and quarterbacks coach, just concluded his third season with the Great Danes. He helped UAlbany reach the Football Championship Subdivision semifinals in 2023.


Siena lacrosse's Pratt Reynolds chases first MAAC title in final season
February 7, 2025, 11:58 pm | Source

Reynolds, a Manlius native, turned out to be an important recruit for Siena coach Liam Gleason. Reynolds won MAAC Rookie of the Year in 2022. He has racked up 113 goals in his three seasons.


Albany County to settle ADA lawsuit for $225,000
February 7, 2025, 9:59 pm | Source

The Albany County Legislature is set to approve a $225,000 settlement to a former Albany County Sheriff’s correction officer during its meeting Monday.


Shirtless celebration at Siena game puts Waterford man on ESPN
February 7, 2025, 9:46 pm | Source

Rice tore off his T-shirt and flung it after making four consecutive shots - a layup, a free throw and two 3-pointers - in a contest during the second half of Siena's 77-63 victory. 


UAlbany women's basketball, Vermont set for Saturday showdown
February 7, 2025, 8:32 pm | Source

UAlbany defeated Vermont 64-55 earlier this season. The teams play Saturday in Burlington.


Siena basketball's press causing headaches for opponents
February 7, 2025, 7:27 pm | Source

The Peacocks committed 12 turnovers in the opening 20 minutes as Siena jumped out to a 40-24 lead, its biggest halftime advantage of the season.


Former Hyde Park martial arts instructor arrested for child sexual abuse
February 7, 2025, 7:15 pm | Source

Tyler Leclerc, a former employee of Leclerc Martial Arts, was arrested for sexually abusing children for several years, State Police said.


DPW race goes to court: Voter intent vs. legislative intent
February 7, 2025, 6:32 pm | Source

Republicans last had a majority on the City Council in 2012, but lost it in 2013. They haven’t had a majority in Saratoga Springs since.


Siena-Rider men's basketball game moved to 2 p.m. Saturday because of snow
February 7, 2025, 6:12 pm | Source

The Saints won't leave for New Jersey any earlier than planned today, a team spokesman said.


Scoop: Kurver Kreme sold after 44 years, minimal changes due
February 7, 2025, 5:23 pm | Source

The landmark ice cream stand on Central Avenue in Colonie has been sold to two local men.


New York State Parks agency holds events to celebrate Black History Month
February 7, 2025, 5:00 pm | Source

The state parks agency plans a series of virtual and in-person events to celebrate Black History Month.


Omar Daniels, charged in fatal dog mauling, sentenced in separate weapons case
February 7, 2025, 4:55 pm | Source

Omar Daniels, the 44-year-old charged in the death of James Provost after he was mauled by dogs, was sentenced Friday in a separate weapons case.


UAlbany men's basketball looks to build on momentum from big win
February 7, 2025, 3:26 pm | Source

UAlbany got a statement win Thursday when it knocked off America East leader Bryant, but a home game Saturday against Vermont won't be any easier.


Former UAlbany star Verse wins NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
February 7, 2025, 2:01 pm | Source

During the regular season, the 6-foot-4, 260-pound Verse recorded 66 tackles, 4.5 sacks and two forced fumbles as he became one of the Rams’ top players.


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