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Albany
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Troy Turkey Trot raised a record $40,000 for Regional Food Bank and Joseph’s House and Shelter in Troy yesterday after nearly 7,500 participants ran and walked in its 110th annual event. The historic trot continues to support local efforts against food insecurity and homelessness. WRGB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Silver Parrot, a boutique in business for 41 years at Stuyvesant Plaza, will close Feb. 28 as owner Clint Hegeman retires. The store offers 20% off its contents before closing. Times Union
- ➤ The Hollow owners Dora and Michael Philip finalized the $2.85 million acquisition of Ravenswood Pub in Clifton Park on Dec. 31 and plan to retain staff and current menu while adding vegan options and improving operations in the coming months. Times Union
- ➤ Pioneer, a local financial holding company, has ranked No. 79 on Fortune’s 2025 Fastest-Growing Companies list due to strong revenue and earnings growth. It is the only company from the Capital Region with this distinction (the list reflects results over three years). NewsChannel 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Writer Akiko Busch released her new book — From the Millpond to the Sea — on Tuesday, Jan. 6; it explores how dams in the Hudson River Valley impact biodiversity, fish migration and sediment flow, and calls for reconnecting key waterways. WAMC
- ➤ A birding show featuring retired DEC expert Rich Guthrie and conservation project coordinator Julie Hart aired Tuesday, Jan. 6 at Studio A with Ray Graf hosting. The program welcomed listener call-ins at 2 p.m. and offered expert insights on local bird conservation. WAMC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vasi Aviation opened a new flight school in Albany offering pilot training and in-house aircraft maintenance. The program starts with a one-hour introductory flight (providing hands-on experience) for aspiring pilots. WRGB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York lawmakers have introduced a proposal that requires teaching the January 6 event in public school curriculums; it calls for collaboration with the Board of Regents + local boards and must be approved by Dec. 2026. WRGB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Latham man has been smoke-free for 8 months after calling the NYS Quitline (a state program that provided him nicotine patches and gum) to quit smoking for the sake of his children. His success comes after repeated struggles with addiction and a strong desire to protect his family. WAMC
- ➤ Community pediatrician Dr. James Saperstone of Community Care Pediatrics in Guilderland said that amid a record flu season with over 71,000 cases and 4,500 hospitalizations in one week, antivirals like Tamiflu are mainly reserved for high-risk children — most healthy kids recover with rest and home care. WRGB
- ➤ The New York State Health Department said on Tuesday that child vaccination and school immunization guidelines will remain unchanged despite the CDC cutting its list of recommended vaccines. Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said no new safety data was presented, and vaccine access will continue as usual. WRGB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Mountain is launching Bring a Friend Fridays where skiers and snowboarders who buy an eight-hour lift ticket get a second ticket free with a coupon from Stewart's Shops; the promotion runs from Jan. 9 to Feb. 27. Tickets for all ages are available at the resort window. Times Union
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele
6-7 p.m. — The Venue — Ticketed — Experience a unique tribute to Adele's greatest hits illuminated by candlelight.
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The Pout Pout Fish Musical
10 a.m. — Palace Theatre — Ticket prices may apply — Experience a whimsical oceanic adventure with live performers and puppets turning frowns upside down.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
8:30-9:30 p.m. — UAlbany Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchantment of Taylor Swift's music performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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High Society Gala
9 PM – 12 AM — Palace Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience DJ TGIF live at Albany's exciting High Society Gala.
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Hilltop with Raisinhead
8-11 p.m. — Lark Hall — Ages 21+ — Experience an exceptional evening of music with Albany's best funk bands Hilltop and Raisinhead.
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