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In one of those messages, Walker called the rape of indigenous women by early settlers “epic.”

Young Republican group chat condemned by local GOP leaders

In one of those messages, Walker called the rape of indigenous women by early settlers “epic.”

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Months after a flare gun burned an Albany building to the ground, the Albany county executive and legislature are looking to ban their sale to anyone under 21.

Albany County executive, legislature seek age limit on flare guns

Months after a flare gun burned an Albany building to the ground, the Albany county executive and legislature are looking to ban their sale to anyone under 21.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 2h

The reigning Breeders’ Cup Distaff winner, who won 12 times in 16 career starts – including three wins in four races at Saratoga – last raced on Oct. 5 in the Spinster at Keeneland, where was...

2024 Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna retiring from racing

The reigning Breeders’ Cup Distaff winner, who won 12 times in 16 career starts – including three wins in four races at Saratoga – last raced on Oct. 5 in the Spinster at Keeneland, where was...

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 3h

Police descended on Western Avenue on Wednesday afternoon, closing the street while detectives investigated a nearby homicide.

Albany Police investigating homicide

Police descended on Western Avenue on Wednesday afternoon, closing the street while detectives investigated a nearby homicide.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 4h

A report by New York Lawyers for the Public Interest reveals systemic medical failures in immigration detention at the Orange County jail in Goshen.

Report alleges ‘systemic’ medical neglect at Orange County jail housing ICE detainees

A report by New York Lawyers for the Public Interest reveals systemic medical failures in immigration detention at the Orange County jail in Goshen.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 4h

A new executive director and FilmColumbia's 25th festival welcome the next chapter of the 100-year-old Chatham-based institution.

Crandell Theatre reopens in Chatham after historic restoration

A new executive director and FilmColumbia's 25th festival welcome the next chapter of the 100-year-old Chatham-based institution.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 5h

A year after the FDA approved the use of AngioDynamics' NanoKnife device for prostate cancer treatment, the magazine lists it among the best inventions of 2025.

Time names AngioDynamic's cancer-fighting NanoKnife a top invention

A year after the FDA approved the use of AngioDynamics' NanoKnife device for prostate cancer treatment, the magazine lists it among the best inventions of 2025.

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Talked to filmmaker Mas Bouzidi about his comedy "Concessions," which chronicles the final day of a fictional theater in Albany, NY (based on the Spectrum 8). It features one of Michael Madsen's last roles. (Btw, never thought I'd hear "Cohoes" & "Niskayuna" name-dropped in a movie.)
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Albany-set ‘Concessions’ premieres at Woodstock, one of Michael Madsen's last roles

Capital Region native Mas Bouzidi's debut feature premieres Oct. 16 at Woodstock Film Festival.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 6h

The Delaware Avenue cafe says its freezers are overflowing and invites customers to enjoy a scoop on the house through Sunday.

Bliss Cafe & Creamery giving away free ice cream all week

The Delaware Avenue cafe says its freezers are overflowing and invites customers to enjoy a scoop on the house through Sunday.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 7h

Steven Borzachillo, creator of the crochet Brochet universe, will be a guest at the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival on Oct. 18 and 19 in Rhinebeck.

Brochet creator on crochet ninja stars ahead of Sheep and Wool Festival

Steven Borzachillo, creator of the crochet Brochet universe, will be a guest at the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival on Oct. 18 and 19 in Rhinebeck.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 8h

Senior striker sets example with positivity and a relentless work ethic.

Niskayuna girls' soccer star Megan Goyette leads team toward Section 2 redemption

Senior striker sets example with positivity and a relentless work ethic.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 9h

Sharon Fenno hid from the nuns during gym class in high school, skipped the beer at Oktoberfest in Munich and has hung out in Diane Von Furstenberg’s Paris apartment.

20 things you don't know about me: Sharon Fenno, Circles in Stuyvesant Plaza

Sharon Fenno hid from the nuns during gym class in high school, skipped the beer at Oktoberfest in Munich and has hung out in Diane Von Furstenberg’s Paris apartment.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 9h

Seneca Chief stops at Capital Region ports along 33-day journey from Buffalo to New to New York City to mark Erie Canal's 200th anniversary.

Photos: Erie Canal boat replica commemorates historic 1825 voyage

Seneca Chief stops at Capital Region ports along 33-day journey from Buffalo to New to New York City to mark Erie Canal's 200th anniversary.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 10h

An expert witness for the defense claimed Nelson suffered from cold stress and that she desperately tried to keep herself and her daughter alive in March 2024.

Defense witness claims Persia Nelson suffered 'cold stress,' fought to keep her and her daughter alive

An expert witness for the defense claimed Nelson suffered from cold stress and that she desperately tried to keep herself and her daughter alive in March 2024.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 11h

“New York’s children deserve better," Assembly Health Chair Amy Paulin said.

New York could improve poor early intervention performance, report says

“New York’s children deserve better," Assembly Health Chair Amy Paulin said.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 12h

Winner from the season will undergo a $150,000 renovation.

Troy home to be featured on 'Scariest House in America'

Winner from the season will undergo a $150,000 renovation.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 21h

A poll released last week by Elise Stefanik suggests we're headed for a doozy of a governor's race in 2026.

Churchill: Does Stefanik have a chance against Hochul — or not?

A poll released last week by Elise Stefanik suggests we're headed for a doozy of a governor's race in 2026.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 22h

In 2023, the mayor campaigned on eliminating the garbage fee. She says she's taking a realistic approach by starting with reductions.

Troy mayor seeks lower garbage fee in 2026 as part of a long-term rollback plan

In 2023, the mayor campaigned on eliminating the garbage fee. She says she's taking a realistic approach by starting with reductions.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 23h

Were you Seen at the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake homecoming game against Warwick on Oct. 11, 2025, at Centennial Field in Burnt Hills?

SEEN: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake homecoming game 2025

Were you Seen at the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake homecoming game against Warwick on Oct. 11, 2025, at Centennial Field in Burnt Hills?

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 23h

Albany International Airport was among airports nationwide playing a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem blaming Congressional Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

Albany airport yanks Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

Albany International Airport was among airports nationwide playing a video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem blaming Congressional Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 1d

Matthew Mardon was killed last month in a car crash. His teammates at Empire State Kickball League remember him for his selflessness and competitive spirit.

Matthew Mardon was killed in a car crash. At his kickball league, his memory lives on

Matthew Mardon was killed last month in a car crash. His teammates at Empire State Kickball League remember him for his selflessness and competitive spirit.

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Town Supervisor Jack Conway wants to build a new police station on unused, grassy land near Luther Road that belongs to the East Greenbush Community Library.

Possible eminent domain looms over library property in East Greenbush

Town Supervisor Jack Conway wants to build a new police station on unused, grassy land near Luther Road that belongs to the East Greenbush Community Library.

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Times Union @timesunion.com · 1d

Public defender Kara Gerry is challenging incumbent Edward T. McLoughlin in what’s become a contentious election for the county court bench.

Voters weigh money, ethics and values in Dutchess County judge race

Public defender Kara Gerry is challenging incumbent Edward T. McLoughlin in what’s become a contentious election for the county court bench.

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Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement that New York falsely stated Anmol only had one name.

DHS says New York falsely stated immigrant's CDL was legal

Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement that New York falsely stated Anmol only had one name.

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Protests against the Trump administration are planned at more than 20 locations between Glens Falls and Ossining.

Here’s what to know about Saturday’s ‘No Kings’ rallies upstate

Protests against the Trump administration are planned at more than 20 locations between Glens Falls and Ossining.

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