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Albany mourns loss of longtime police officer
December 29, 2025, 11:25 am | Source
On Wednesday, a 22-year veteran officer with the Albany Police Department passed away suddenly while off duty, according to a release from the department. Officer Jan Mika Jr. was 48 years old.
5 things to know this Monday, December 29
December 29, 2025, 11:18 am | Source
A teen in Vermont hopes to become the state's next governor. Also, a new court in Troy is focusing on support rather than incarceration. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know, sponsored by the CDTA.
Columbia, Averill Park split on Day 2 of Holiday Invitational
December 29, 2025, 6:32 am | Source
The invitational tipped off Saturday and both AP and Columbia recorded victories; the former taking down Our Lady of Lourdes and the latter defeating Harrison. All four teams were back in action Sunday. The two Section 2 squads just swapped opponents, seeking a weekend sweep.
"Paws For-A-Cause" pet portraits for vet clinic donations
December 28, 2025, 11:40 pm | Source
This holiday season, pet owners in Watervliet are coming together for a good cause. “Paws For-A-Cause” combines pet portraits with pet food donations — all to help local animals in need.
Crews repairing water main break in Rensselaer
December 28, 2025, 8:30 pm | Source
Crews are currently on the scene of a water main break in Rensselaer, according to Mayor Mike Stammel.
Winter Weekends to return to historic camp in Adirondacks
December 28, 2025, 7:40 pm | Source
Winter lovers, grab your skis and snowshoes.
Schenectady County extends Code Blue
December 28, 2025, 6:32 pm | Source
A Code Blue has been extended in Schenectady County.
Multiple fire crews battle structure fire in Hunter
December 28, 2025, 5:08 pm | Source
Several fire departments worked to extinguish a structure fire in Hunter Saturday night.
How to set and maintain New Year's resolutions
December 28, 2025, 3:11 pm | Source
Albany, NY (News10) -- The New Year is fast approaching, and that means it's time to make those New Year's resolutions. While many of us look forward to creating goals for the new year, we know it can be tough to keep them. And some years, we don't even know where to start! That's why [...]
Meet the 14-year-old vying for Governor of Vermont
December 28, 2025, 3:24 am | Source
A 14-year-old hopes to become Vermont’s next governor. Dean Roy was in 8th grade, which was just last year for him, when he learned his state has no minimum age restriction on running for governor and that’s where the idea started for him.
New Year's Eve celebrations around the Capital Region
December 27, 2025, 7:03 pm | Source
2026 is nearly here and the Capital Region is gearing up to party.
Schenectady FD investigating 2 separate fires
December 27, 2025, 6:48 pm | Source
The Schenectady Fire Department is currently investigating two separate fires that occurred Saturday morning.
14 people taken to hospital after rollover crash in Saugerties
December 27, 2025, 4:45 pm | Source
A Virginia man received several traffic tickets on Saturday after a rollover crash in Saugerties, according to New York State Police.
Crews repair water main breaks in Albany
December 27, 2025, 4:21 pm | Source
Albany Water Department crews worked to repair two water main breaks in Albany on Saturday.
1 seriously injured after chase leads to crash in Cobleskill
December 26, 2025, 11:43 pm | Source
A man has been seriously injured after he allegedly fled from deputies and then crashed in Cobleskill. New York State Police said the crash happened on Christmas Day around 1 a.m.
Alternative Treatment Court in Troy
December 26, 2025, 11:28 pm | Source
TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Instead of asking, "What did you do?" This court asks, "What do you need?" Troy City Court has recently launched an Alternative Treatment Court, designed for people with mental illness and focusing on support and care rather than incarceration. New York State has several sp...
12/26/25: Overnight Snow
December 26, 2025, 10:58 pm | Source
Latest Forecast Update from Meteorologist Rob Lindenmuth: Winter storm warnings and advisories for the area continue through Saturday afternoon, but will likely be dropped well before then. Snow will fall heavy at times, creating slippery travel through the night and into early Saturday morning. ...
Many traveling back for holidays as snow storm hits
December 26, 2025, 10:37 pm | Source
On Friday crews were gearing up, and travelers were trying to get ahead of Friday's snowstorm. The New Baltimore rest stop on the New York State Thruway had hundreds of travelers coming in and out. Many of those people were traveling back from visiting family from the holidays.
Adirondack Thunder game postponed amid players' strike
December 26, 2025, 7:03 pm | Source
The Adirondack Thunder vs. Trois-Rivieres game that was scheduled for Friday night has been postponed. This was due to the Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) going on strike at noon on Friday.
Capital Region healthcare center fined $500K for patient data breach
December 26, 2025, 6:03 pm | Source
An orthopedic center with several locations in the Capital Region faces a $500,000 fine for failing to protect patient information.
Empire State Weekly: A look back at 2025
December 26, 2025, 5:37 pm | Source
This week on Empire State Weekly, John Gray and Jamie DeLine take a look back at some of the major stories of 2025. These include the implementation of New York's school phone ban, the impact of ending production of the penny, and Zohran Mamdani winning the New York City mayoral election.
Celebrate the New Year with a Capital Region hike
December 26, 2025, 4:44 pm | Source
Each year, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) encourages people to get outdoors and celebrate the New Year with a First Day Hike on January 1. This 15th annual event includes free walks and hikes with most being family-friendly and ranging from one to five miles.
Capital Region theatres to celebrate New Year's Eve with comedy
December 26, 2025, 4:29 pm | Source
Three theatres in the Capital Region will ring in the new year with an evening of comedy in Cohoes, Schenectady, and Glens Falls.
Snow emergencies declared around the Capital Region
December 26, 2025, 3:47 pm | Source
With a post-Christmas snowstorm on its way, multiple towns, cities, and villages are declaring local snow emergencies.
5 things to know this Friday, December 26
December 26, 2025, 11:52 am | Source
Happy Friday! Meteorologist Rob Lindenmuth says there is a post-Christmas winter weather on the way that will bring some snowflakes to the Capital Region by this evening and overnight.
Santa joins the 44th annual "Cheer For Children" in Cohoes
December 25, 2025, 4:36 am | Source
COHOES, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Christmas Eve, the Cohoes Fire Department answered a very special call. Firefighters teamed up with Santa, delivering toys and holiday magic to children across the city. Every year on Christmas Eve — the Cohoes Fire Department transforms into the North Pole. This year ...
The Queensbury Hotel creates 'Mrs. Claus'-inspired gingerbread display
December 25, 2025, 1:27 am | Source
GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This year a fresh-baked holiday display at the Queensbury Hotel made the 2025 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Gingerbread Displays list. This is the fourth year the historic hotel has hosted the holiday tradition. It's called "Mrs. Claus' North Pole...
A look back at NEWS10's funniest moments of 2025
December 25, 2025, 12:24 am | Source
Albany, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On this Christmas Eve, we have a gift for you. We’re taking a look back and laughing at some of the funniest live moments at NEWS10 from the past year. Enjoy!
Free Christmas meals delivered to Pittsfield seniors
December 24, 2025, 10:05 pm | Source
For more than 20 years, seniors in need around Pittsfield have been delivered ready-to-eat meals for Christmas. The Christian Center took over the program after Civitan shut down locally.
Hundreds donate to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society for 'Morning of Kindness'
December 24, 2025, 9:56 pm | Source
Hundreds of families visited Mohawk Hudson Humane Society in Menands on Wednesday morning to fill the CDTA trolley with pet food, supplies and toys. This was part of the 13th annual "Morning of Kindness."
2 teens arrested after allegedly crashing stolen car in Warren Co.
December 24, 2025, 8:07 pm | Source
Two teenagers were arrested on Saturday after allegedly crashing a stolen car in Queensbury, according to New York State Police.
K9 finds 3 pounds of drugs in Bethlehem traffic stop
December 24, 2025, 5:40 pm | Source
Three people were arrested on Wednesday following a traffic stop in Bethlehem, according to New York State Police.
State Police appoint new Troop G commander
December 24, 2025, 4:43 pm | Source
New York State Police have appointed Major Robert McConnell Jr. as the 40th Troop Commander of Troop G.
Capital Region farms to host Christmas tree bonfires
December 24, 2025, 3:51 pm | Source
After the holidays, many people will be looking to dispose of their Christmas trees.
NEWS10’s top stories of 2025
December 24, 2025, 3:32 pm | Source
As 2025 draws to a close, we’re taking a look back at NEWS10’s top 25 stories of the year. The stories feature business, crime, state news, and more.
Ulster Co. woman sentenced to prison for $66M SNAP fraud
December 24, 2025, 3:02 pm | Source
A former U.S. Department of Agriculture employee was sentenced for her role in a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) fraud and bribery scheme. According to the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, 56-year-old Arlasa Davis, of Gardiner, was sentenced ...
Cohoes man pleads guilty to threatening police with knife
December 24, 2025, 1:06 pm | Source
A Cohoes man has admitted to threatening police officers with a knife during an alleged robbery in Saratoga Springs in November. According to the Saratoga County District Attorney's Office, 45-year-old Craig Valcik pleaded guilty to menacing a police or peace officer, a class D violent felony.
Toys for Tots relying on 'supplemental packages' amid fewer donations, CEO says
December 24, 2025, 1:04 pm | Source
The foundation hopes to provide presents to something close to the record 12.9 million children they distributed to in 2024.
Libraries around the Capital Region receive grant funding
December 24, 2025, 12:25 pm | Source
Supported by a $44 million capital fund appropriation in the state budget, many libraries are receiving grant funding to make improvements at and around the buildings.
5 things to know this Christmas Eve
December 24, 2025, 11:05 am | Source
Police have identified and released the cause of death for the man found in the Stewart's Shops bathroom. Also, one person is dead after a fire in Glens Falls on Monday. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know, sponsored by the CDTA.
Albany enshrining Civil Inclusion and Rights Protection into law
December 24, 2025, 3:28 am | Source
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Albany added a new amendment to its city charter on Tuesday evening— formally enshrining the article of "Civic Inclusion and Rights Protection" into law. The new law adds an article to the city charter called "Civic Inclusion and Rights Protection." it says the city must...
Where is Santa? How to follow his Christmas 2025 mission
December 23, 2025, 10:45 pm | Source
Want to know exactly when Santa will arrive?
New events venue to open in Troy
December 23, 2025, 10:18 pm | Source
A new events venue will open its doors in Troy at the end of this month.
A family hotline helping families cope with holiday stress
December 23, 2025, 10:04 pm | Source
RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10) —As the holidays bring joy to many families, they can also bring a lot of stress for families who are struggling to make ends meet. There is a support line available right here in Capital Region that aims to connect families with help before problems escalate. That hotli...
1 dead after house fire in Glens Falls
December 23, 2025, 9:24 pm | Source
One person has died after a house fire on Marion Avenue in Glens Falls on Monday. The City of Glens Falls Fire Department said another person was treated at the scene and one firefighter was injured, but has since been released from the hospital.
Mechanicville man indicted for alleged attempted murder
December 23, 2025, 9:18 pm | Source
A Mechanicville man pleaded not guilty to attempted murder charges in Albany County Court on Tuesday.
Man accused of shooting at police indicted in domestic violence case
December 23, 2025, 9:18 pm | Source
The Albany man accused of shooting at police on Trinity Place on Thursday has been indicted for reportedly threatening a woman and child, according to the Albany County District Attorney's Office.
Holiday gift drop off set for Albany, Schenectady, Troy
December 23, 2025, 8:05 pm | Source
The 10th annual Random Santa Holiday Drop Off is happening on Christmas Eve. The Schenectady Police Department, Cocoa House, Brown Transportation, Schenectady Fire Department, and other community partners will be dropping off gifts at locations in Schenectady, Albany and Troy.
Hudson man pleads guilty to crack cocaine possession
December 23, 2025, 7:42 pm | Source
A Hudson man confessed in Columbia County Court on Monday to possessing and trying to dispose of drugs during a traffic stop.
NYSP issue 600+ tickets in area of recent deadly Thruway crashes
December 23, 2025, 6:50 pm | Source
New York State Police recently conducted a 10-day special traffic safety enforcement campaign on a stretch of Thruway in Ulster County.
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