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Amsterdam considers dog ban on athletic fields and surfaces
May 15, 2026, 8:56 pm | Source
AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) —Too many dog owners in Amsterdam are ignoring the golden rule. Pick up after your pet. So now, city leaders are considering a new ordinance to keep dogs off playing fields at recreational centers. Officials in Amsterdam say athletic parks are supposed to be meant for chi...
NYRA hosting job fair for summer meet at Saratoga
May 15, 2026, 7:22 pm | Source
The summer meet at Saratoga Race Course will be here before you know it, and the New York Racing Association (NYRA) is looking for those interested in working at the track this summer.
Upbeat on the Roof Series returning to Saratoga in July
May 15, 2026, 7:22 pm | Source
Although school is out for college students, the Skidmore College campus will come to life with the sound of music on Thursday evenings.
'Career drug dealer' pleads guilty in Saratoga County court
May 15, 2026, 4:43 pm | Source
A man confessed to trafficking narcotics last August in Saratoga County Court on Thursday.
Troy Marina opens for 2026 season
May 15, 2026, 4:25 pm | Source
The marina on the city of Troy's waterfront has opened for the 2026 season.
Central Avenue lane closures announced in Colonie, Niskayuna
May 15, 2026, 4:10 pm | Source
The Department of Transportation announced upcoming lane closures on Route 5 in Colonie and Niskayuna.
Slingerlands Elementary employee placed on administrative leave amid arrest
May 15, 2026, 3:38 pm | Source
A library media specialist at Slingerlands Elementary School has been placed on administrative leave in connection to an arrest in Dutchess County. According to the Bethlehem Central School District, Amanda Ingalls faces a second-degree grand larceny charge.
Three accused in Mechanicville game store burglary
May 15, 2026, 3:26 pm | Source
Mechanicville Police reported that an arrest was made following a burglary investigation on Thursday.
Greenville Elementary Principal accepts job at Bethlehem High
May 15, 2026, 3:05 pm | Source
The Greenville Elementary School Principal Matthew Urban has accepted a job in another district. According to an announcement from the district, Urban has accepted a high school principal position at the Bethlehem Central High School.
Stillwater library shares summer concert series lineup
May 15, 2026, 2:30 pm | Source
Summer is just around the corner, and the Stillwater Public Library is gearing up for weeks of live performances on the library's lawn.
Appellate court reverses Hadley man's 34-year sentence
May 15, 2026, 2:15 pm | Source
A Hadley man’s kidnapping and assault conviction and sentence has been overturned by the Appellate Division of the state Supreme Court’s Third Department. According to the appellate court, judges ruled that during Michael Zakrzewski's inital trial, an anonymous jury was used without reason, warra...
New restaurant opens at Delmar's Four Corners
May 15, 2026, 1:41 pm | Source
A new restaurant has opened in the former FoCo Taco space at the Four Corners in Delmar. Stacked Grill opened for business on May 13.
Union College alum killed in Boston boat crash
May 15, 2026, 1:07 pm | Source
A 24-year-old woman from Andover died after a boat crashed into a pier near Logan International Airport late Wednesday night.
Albany man sentenced to 10 years for gun possession
May 15, 2026, 11:25 am | Source
An Albany man has been sentenced to state prison for a 2024 gun possession charge. According to the Albany County District Attorney's Office, 32-year-old Jamarl Townsend was ordered a 10-year sentence.
5 things to know this Friday, May 15
May 15, 2026, 10:06 am | Source
Twenty-one people have been displaced after a fire in Schenectady. Also, a Cohoes man is facing charges for allegedly crashing into a bank in Kingsbury and starting a nearby fire. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know, sponsored by the Lia Auto Group.
05/15/2026: One Last Meh Weather Day Before the Heat
May 15, 2026, 10:04 am | Source
If you are getting tired of the cool, showery weather pattern we've been in recently, there is quite the change developing for the weekend and early next week! We've had some warm days this spring, but it's all systems go for a sustained stretch of warmer temps, likely including our first 90-degr...
Troy baseball bounces Mohonasen from unbeaten ranks with walk-off winner
May 15, 2026, 6:58 am | Source
Mohonasen, sporting a 15-0 record and ranked fifth in the state for Class AA, made the trip to Troy Thursday night, seeking to complete a perfect run through the Colonial Council. Troy was aiming to play spoiler, and that's exactly what the Flying Horses did.
Father pleads guilty to charge related to infant's overdose in Dutchess Co.
May 15, 2026, 2:26 am | Source
A Wappingers Falls man pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide on Thursday. 41-year-old Thomas Martinez's plea comes after he was charged in connection with the fatal fentanyl overdose of his 10-month-old child in 2020.
Couple turns tragedy into hope with Room IV at Albany Medical Center
May 15, 2026, 1:07 am | Source
Julie and Joe Caldara met at Siena. "It was college, I was an R.A. at Siena and Joe's roommate was an R.A. on my staff," Julie said.
Schenectady Police Department: Missing vulnerable adult found
May 15, 2026, 12:43 am | Source
The Schenectady Police Department has located a man who was previously reported as a missing vulnerable adult Thursday evening. Police said he was located safely.
New details emerge in Hinsdale officer-involved shooting as department faces independent investigation
May 14, 2026, 11:01 pm | Source
New details from the fatal officer involved shooting in Hinsdale back in January, reveal that the police department is under investigation. For the first time, NEWS10 has spoken to the town's acting police chief.
Colonie grad, Katie Parisi, completes strong rookie season with UAlbany
May 14, 2026, 10:57 pm | Source
Colonie grad, Katie Parisi, had quite the freshman year for the UAlbany softball team. Parisi quickly established herself as a key part of the Great Danes lineup, racking up the awards in her first collegiate season.
Schuyler Heights Fire Company could be open longer
May 14, 2026, 9:38 pm | Source
The Schuyler Heights volunteer fire company has resumed responding to emergency calls and could remain open for another 30 days. The company is set to close on Sunday, May 17.
Stuart Amoriell, candidate for Congress talks issues with News10
May 14, 2026, 9:36 pm | Source
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – The mid-term primary is June 23rd and New York’s Congressional delegation will look a little different. That’s because Elise Stefanik isn’t running for re-election in the massive 21st Congressional District. Two democrats are trying to replace her including Stuart Amoriell...
Amsterdam man indicted after triple stabbing involving infant
May 14, 2026, 9:32 pm | Source
29-year-old Chad Pacillo was arraigned in Montgomery County Court on Thursday on a 14-count indictment, including attempted murder. On Thursday, the alleged suspect pleaded not guilty.
Chair Zumba empowers all ages to exercise
May 14, 2026, 9:17 pm | Source
A Capital Region fitness instructor is bringing exercise to all ages and abilities with Chair Zumba, a workout that lets you move without putting any pressure on your knees and joints. NEWS10's Valerie Wencis got in on the fun and spoke to those benefitting from the workout.
Blake Gendebien, candidate for Congress talks issues with News10
May 14, 2026, 9:06 pm | Source
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The mid-term primary is June 23rd and New York's Congressional delegation will look a little different. That's because Elise Stefanik isn't running for re-election in the massive 21st Congressional District. Two democrats are trying to replace her, including Blake Gendebie...
Ground breaks for Amsterdam emergency shelter, permanent housing
May 14, 2026, 9:00 pm | Source
A construction project is underway on a former 12,608-square-foot retail property in Amsterdam.
Summer kite festival coming to West Sand Lake
May 14, 2026, 8:32 pm | Source
We're just under a month away from summer, and June Farms in West Sand Lake is looking ahead to a full season of fun in the sun. The venue's first -ever Kite Festival is set for July 25.
miSci mourns passing of President Chris Hunter
May 14, 2026, 7:04 pm | Source
The miSci community is mourning the loss of its president and a longtime archivist, Chris Hunter.
Forensic artist reconstructs face of Revolutionary War soldier found in Lake George
May 14, 2026, 6:34 pm | Source
A forensic artist has created a facial reconstruction of a Revolutionary War soldier whose remains were found in early 2019 in Lake George.
Albany man arrested after crash on Northern Boulevard
May 14, 2026, 6:22 pm | Source
Albany Police reported an arrest was made after a crash on Northern Boulevard on Thursday.
Alec Baldwin to join Boston Symphony Orchestra show in Lenox
May 14, 2026, 5:51 pm | Source
A classical music enthusiast and award-winning actor is using his voice to narrate a special Tanglewood weekend program in July.
Rock band Sugar Ray to headline Empire State Plaza's July 4 celebration
May 14, 2026, 5:51 pm | Source
The New York State Office of General Services announced that the 2026 Fourth of July Celebration at the Empire State Plaza in Albany will be headlined by rock band Sugar Ray.
Greene County traffic stop leads to 2 drug arrests
May 14, 2026, 5:26 pm | Source
Two men are facing multiple felony drug charges after a traffic stop in Greene County.
21 people displaced after Crane Street fire in Schenectady
May 14, 2026, 4:16 pm | Source
Emergency crews were on the scene of a house fire in Schenectady for a majority of the day Thursday. The Schenectady Fire Department was dispatched to a reported fire at a home on the 800 block of Crane Street around 11:22 a.m. 21 people have been displaced, but no injuries were reported.
New child care center under construction in Niskayuna
May 14, 2026, 3:44 pm | Source
A Schenectady-based developer broke ground on a new child care facility on Commerce Park Drive in Niskayuna on Thursday.
Man charged after crashing into Kingsbury bank, starting fire nearby
May 14, 2026, 3:40 pm | Source
A Cohoes man has been arrested and charged in connection with two separate incidents that took place in the Town of Kingsbury Thursday morning. 40-year-old John Bacon allegedly crashed into the Hudson River Community Credit Union and later was also linked to a reported structure fire not far from...
Former Black Sabbath, Dio drummer Vinny Appice to perform in Schenectady
May 14, 2026, 3:26 pm | Source
Schenectady is in store for a night of heavy metal greatness with a summer performance by Vinny Appice's Sabbath Knights.
Anonymous family donates Carter Kits to Bethlehem PD
May 14, 2026, 3:05 pm | Source
Every patrol car in the Bethlehem Police Department is now equipped with a Carter Kit.
Arrest made after shots fired near Gilboa campground
May 14, 2026, 2:52 pm | Source
A Oneonta man has been arrested for a shots fired incident near the KOA Campground in Gilboa. The Schoharie County Sheriff's Office said 24-year-old Shmuel Seskutov allegedly fired the gun close to nearby hikers.
Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: May 15-17
May 14, 2026, 1:28 pm | Source
The weekend is almost here! From the 518 Day Celebration in Albany to the Nightmare Market in Schenectady to Lisa Caporizzo's Celebration of Life, there are quite a few things happening on May 15, 16, and 17.
5/14/2026: Cool & dreary stretch continues
May 14, 2026, 11:59 am | Source
As that area of low pressure gets hung up along the coast, we will stay cloudy with a few more scattered downpours, especially in the afternoon. A couple rumbles of thunder are possible, but widespread storms are not expected.
Kingston man accused of strangling woman during domestic dispute
May 14, 2026, 11:56 am | Source
A Kingston man was arrested Tuesday after a reported dometic assault in an Ulster motel. According to the Ulster Police Department, 36-year-old David Brown is accused of choking another person.
5 things to know this Thursday, May 14
May 14, 2026, 10:12 am | Source
A search for a drive-by shooting suspect in Watervliet is ongoing. Also, state officials say there is no threat of Hantavirus within New York. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know, sponsored by the Lia Auto Group.
7 CBA student-athletes celebrate college commitments
May 14, 2026, 4:17 am | Source
Seven Christian Brother Academy student-athletes celebrated their college commitments on Wednesday.
Local LGBTQIA+ groups advocate for pride flags to be flown in June
May 14, 2026, 3:08 am | Source
Moreau adopted a new flag policy to create a community flagpole that would allow the pride flag and other community flags to fly on Tuesday night after community pressure.
HVCC baseball gets set for NJCAA Region 3 Final Four
May 14, 2026, 3:05 am | Source
After a dominant showing in last weekend's sub-regionals, the Hudson Valley Community College baseball team is headed to the NJCAA region 3 final four, looking for their first regional championship since 2008.
Riverview Road bridge in Halfmoon to close for over a year
May 14, 2026, 2:44 am | Source
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced that construction to replace the Riverview Road bridge over I-87 in the Town of Halfmoon is scheduled to begin next week. The bridge will close on May 18 and is expected to remain closed through June 30, 2027.
SPAC School of the Arts opens new Sensory Room
May 14, 2026, 1:55 am | Source
SPAC School of the Arts has opened a Sensory Room. Saratoga Performing Arts Center celebrated the opening with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday alongside community partners, educators and supporters.
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