Albany Lawmakers Push for Revitalized Downtown Nightlife
New mayor's executive order establishes council to boost activity and business in city center
Albany Man Indicted for Multiple Shootings, Including Firing at Police
Olympian Ben Ogden wins silver medal, ending U.S. drought
Weather
Two Rescued Near Willamette River in Albany
Emergency crews responded to a call for help on Tuesday evening.

Albany Hit by Widespread Power Outage
Authorities investigating cause as over 2,900 customers affected
Washington Co. Officials Urge Fire Safety Amid Recent Blazes
Extreme cold weather blamed for nearly a dozen fires in the past two weeks
Crime
Teen Arrested After Reckless Electric Bike Chase in North Shore
The 15-year-old suspect faces charges of aggravated robbery, reckless driving, and drug possession after a high-speed pursuit.

Albany Man Sentenced for $230K Elderly Scam
Devin Zielinski pleaded guilty to stealing from 87-year-old victim over several years.
Mechanicville Man Charged in Washington Ave Shooting
Youseph Mejias, 24, arrested for October incident that left one injured
Business
Albany Ice Cream Shop Expands to Latham
Emack & Bolio's opens second location in Fresh Market Plaza

Local Restaurants Honored as Top Performers
New York State Restaurant Association recognizes standout eateries and caterers
Downtown Albany Deli Owner Fears Closure Trend
Concerns raised after recent shutdowns of two well-known local delis
Lifestyle
Kids Receive Free Books from RED Bookshelf and Sunmark
Donation drive collects books to distribute to children in the Capital Region

Stewart's Shops Customers Score Big Lottery Wins in 2025
Convenience store chain announces hundreds of customers won over $18 million in total prizes.
AlterNet Welcomes New Writer Thomas Kika
Kika brings experience covering politics, business, and tech for national publications
Sports
NCAA Women's Lacrosse: Albany Great Danes Aim to Build on Recent Success
Head coach Katie Thomson looks to lead the team to another strong season after winning the America East title and making the NCAA Tournament in 2025.

UMass Lowell defeats Albany 89-79
Victor Okojie's double-double leads the River Hawks to victory
UAlbany Loses to UMass Lowell, Sinking Closer to Basement
Great Danes fall to 2-9 in America East, one game ahead of last-place River Hawks