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Looking for things to do around NY's Capital Region? In this week's edition of The Short List, Features Reporter Shannon Fromma shares some highlights from the latest calendar of local events. For the full list, click on the link in the comments below or sign up for our free, weekly newsletter.
January 15, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Looking for things to do around NY's Capital Region? In this week's edition of The Short List, Features Reporter Shannon Fromma shares some highlights from the latest calendar of local events. For the full list, click on the link in the comments below or sign up for our free, weekly newsletter.
The artwork, which will adorn programs and more throughout SPAC’s campus, marks the first public element of SPAC’s 60th anniversary celebration.
SPAC kicks off 60th season with archive-inspired art
The artwork, which will adorn programs and more throughout SPAC’s campus, marks the first public element of SPAC’s 60th anniversary celebration.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:50 PM
The artwork, which will adorn programs and more throughout SPAC’s campus, marks the first public element of SPAC’s 60th anniversary celebration.
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A yearslong investigation into allegations that former state correction officers have been hired by local municipalities to increase their pensions snares first arrest in Dannemora village.
Probe of NY correction officers' pension scheme snares first arrest
A yearslong investigation into allegations that former state correction officers have been hired by local municipalities to increase their pensions snares first arrest in Dannemora village.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Brendan Lyons reports.
Black Creek Barns, a massive historic stone property along Route 9W in Esopus, has sat vacant for more than a decade. A developer is now turning it into a 70-room luxury resort.
Historic Esopus estate to become 70-room luxury resort
Black Creek Barns, a massive historic stone property along Route 9W in Esopus, has sat vacant for more than a decade. A developer is now turning it into a 70-room luxury resort.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Black Creek Barns, a massive historic stone property along Route 9W in Esopus, has sat vacant for more than a decade. A developer is now turning it into a 70-room luxury resort.
Here's what's new in the Capital Region business scene.
Business Roundup: Albany Capital Center sees record year of attendance
Here's what's new in the Capital Region business scene.
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January 15, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Here's what's new in the Capital Region business scene.
A coalition of residents and business owners says that expanded shuttle service is not an adequate replacement.
Residents, lawmakers call on Hochul to restore Newburgh-Beacon Ferry service
A coalition of residents and business owners says that expanded shuttle service is not an adequate replacement.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:20 PM
A coalition of residents and business owners says that expanded shuttle service is not an adequate replacement.
Jeffrey Bashaw will spend decades in prison for gunning down a man at a residence in Schenectady in 2023.
DA: Killer sentenced to 52 years to life for 2023 fatal shooting in Schenectady
Jeffrey Bashaw will spend decades in prison for gunning down a man at a residence in Schenectady in 2023.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Jeffrey Bashaw will spend decades in prison for gunning down a man at a residence in Schenectady in 2023.
Gavin Doty had 20 points and 12 rebounds, Francis Folefac added 18 points and Justice Shoats had 14 points and 11 assists for the Saints (11-7, 4-3).
Sacred Heart's 3-point shooting sinks Siena men's basketball
Gavin Doty had 20 points and 12 rebounds, Francis Folefac added 18 points and Justice Shoats had 14 points and 11 assists for the Saints (11-7, 4-3).
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January 15, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Gavin Doty had 20 points and 12 rebounds, Francis Folefac added 18 points and Justice Shoats had 14 points and 11 assists for the Saints (11-7, 4-3).
A yearslong investigation into allegations that former state correction officers have been hired by local municipalities to increase their pensions snares first arrest in Dannemora village.
Probe of NY correction officers' pension scheme snares first arrest
A yearslong investigation into allegations that former state correction officers have been hired by local municipalities to increase their pensions snares first arrest in Dannemora village.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:50 AM
A yearslong investigation into allegations that former state correction officers have been hired by local municipalities to increase their pensions snares first arrest in Dannemora village.
An Ulster County man has been arrested in relation to the Jan. 1 train fire at Kingston Plaza, the second arrest in this case.
Second arrest made in Catskill Mountain Railroad locomotive fire, more arrests anticipated
An Ulster County man has been arrested in relation to the Jan. 1 train fire at Kingston Plaza, the second arrest in this case.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM
An Ulster County man has been arrested in relation to the Jan. 1 train fire at Kingston Plaza, the second arrest in this case.
Hochul’s proposals show a state government that’s clearly skeptical of the business practices of those companies.
Hochul targets utilities over New York's high energy bills
Hochul’s proposals show a state government that’s clearly skeptical of the business practices of those companies.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:50 AM
Hochul’s proposals show a state government that’s clearly skeptical of the business practices of those companies.
Attorney P.J. Blanchfield is the special prosecutor appointed to review a complaint filed last year about the state Department of Transportation’s response to the Schoharie limo crash.
Attorney reviewing allegations against DOT in Schoharie limo case
Attorney P.J. Blanchfield is the special prosecutor appointed to review a complaint filed last year about the state Department of Transportation’s response to the Schoharie limo crash.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Attorney P.J. Blanchfield is the special prosecutor appointed to review a complaint filed last year about the state Department of Transportation’s response to the Schoharie limo crash.
Johnsburg Supervisor Mark Smith, who took office this month, said the town and the Olympic Regional Development Authority forged a deal in recent days.
Ski Bowl lodge at Gore Mountain opens after months of delays
Johnsburg Supervisor Mark Smith, who took office this month, said the town and the Olympic Regional Development Authority forged a deal in recent days.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:10 AM
Johnsburg Supervisor Mark Smith, who took office this month, said the town and the Olympic Regional Development Authority forged a deal in recent days.
According to the lawsuit filed in state Supreme Court on Tuesday, Carl “C.J.” Kempf III agreed to pay Whiteman Osterman & Hanna hourly rates and ancillary costs.
Law firm accuses Rensselaer County's top lawyer of not paying $11K in legal bills
According to the lawsuit filed in state Supreme Court on Tuesday, Carl “C.J.” Kempf III agreed to pay Whiteman Osterman & Hanna hourly rates and ancillary costs.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:20 AM
According to the lawsuit filed in state Supreme Court on Tuesday, Carl “C.J.” Kempf III agreed to pay Whiteman Osterman & Hanna hourly rates and ancillary costs.
Hochul pledged once again to lower prices for child and health care, utilities and insurance rates because “too many families are under real strain.”
Photos: Gov. Kathy Hochul’s State of the State address
Hochul pledged once again to lower prices for child and health care, utilities and insurance rates because “too many families are under real strain.”
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January 14, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Hochul pledged once again to lower prices for child and health care, utilities and insurance rates because “too many families are under real strain.”
Owners of Mel the Bakery and The Meat Hook, also on Hudson’s Warren Street, took over former Grazin’ building.
Review: Hudson Diner remakes a classic for a new generation
Owners of Mel the Bakery and The Meat Hook, also on Hudson’s Warren Street, took over former Grazin’ building.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Owners of Mel the Bakery and The Meat Hook, also on Hudson’s Warren Street, took over former Grazin’ building.
A 23-year-old Troy man was charged with a hate crime after the Albany County Sheriff’s Office said he threatened a county employee and used antisemitic slurs.
Albany County Sheriff: Troy man stopped car to hurl slurs, death threats against Jewish man
A 23-year-old Troy man was charged with a hate crime after the Albany County Sheriff’s Office said he threatened a county employee and used antisemitic slurs.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:50 PM
A 23-year-old Troy man was charged with a hate crime after the Albany County Sheriff’s Office said he threatened a county employee and used antisemitic slurs.
Come for the stainless steel appliances, stay for the new roof and updated HVAC.
House of the Week: Niskayuna Cape Cod offers style, value
Come for the stainless steel appliances, stay for the new roof and updated HVAC.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Come for the stainless steel appliances, stay for the new roof and updated HVAC.
It’s the latest project in the city’s ongoing effort to revitalize the Hamilton Hill neighborhood.
Century-old Schenectady church to be converted into affordable apartments
It’s the latest project in the city’s ongoing effort to revitalize the Hamilton Hill neighborhood.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:10 PM
It’s the latest project in the city’s ongoing effort to revitalize the Hamilton Hill neighborhood.
An Albany woman was charged Tuesday with allegedly leaving her dog outside the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and not alerting staff. The dog later died from exposure.
Albany woman arrested after allegedly leaving dog outside Mohawk Hudson Humane Society
An Albany woman was charged Tuesday with allegedly leaving her dog outside the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and not alerting staff. The dog later died from exposure.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:20 PM
An Albany woman was charged Tuesday with allegedly leaving her dog outside the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and not alerting staff. The dog later died from exposure.
The new Pearl Street gallery opens with the members' show on Friday and will allow Albany Center Gallery to expand its community roots.
Albany Center Gallery's new home 'feels like the right place to be'
The new Pearl Street gallery opens with the members' show on Friday and will allow Albany Center Gallery to expand its community roots.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
The new Pearl Street gallery opens with the members' show on Friday and will allow Albany Center Gallery to expand its community roots.
Slide Mountain is the Catskills’ highest peak. Hikers can approach from multiple directions, and take on an easy scenic hike or an all-day challenge.
4 ways to hike Slide Mountain in the Catskills
Slide Mountain is the Catskills’ highest peak. Hikers can approach from multiple directions, and take on an easy scenic hike or an all-day challenge.
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January 14, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Slide Mountain is the Catskills’ highest peak. Hikers can approach from multiple directions, and take on an easy scenic hike or an all-day challenge.
Now nearly old enough for Medicare, Pipe Sweat’s members grab their instruments for one last local show.
Grondahl: Last gig lets aging rockers recapture glory days
Now nearly old enough for Medicare, Pipe Sweat’s members grab their instruments for one last local show.
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January 14, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Now nearly old enough for Medicare, Pipe Sweat’s members grab their instruments for one last local show.
The development, Sol, is expected to be complete this summer.
Scaffolds & Cranes: Troy's first zero-emission multifamily apartment building is taking shape
The development, Sol, is expected to be complete this summer.
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January 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The development, Sol, is expected to be complete this summer.
A trademark application has been filed for what’s called Enchanted Parks Great Escape Lodge.
New filings suggest changes could be on the way for Queensbury's Great Escape
A trademark application has been filed for what’s called Enchanted Parks Great Escape Lodge.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:10 PM
A trademark application has been filed for what’s called Enchanted Parks Great Escape Lodge.