Friday, January 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ MVP Arena in Albany marks its 35th year of operations, having hosted a diverse array of events and performances since its opening in 1990. ABC NEWS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at Hansen's Farm and Nursery in Colonie, N.Y., completely burning the storefront, with extreme weather contributing to the firefighting challenge. ABC NEWS 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kyle Biswell, 39, from Arkansas was sentenced to 20 years in prison for attempting to engage in sexual contact with a minor in Albany and distributing child sex abuse images. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ An Albany woman was injured when a juvenile threw a knife at her during a confrontation involving her son; two juveniles have been charged. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ A 30-year-old male was fatally shot in Albany, with no public threat identified and police questioning a person of interest. NewsChannel 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albany County has temporarily halted the agricultural use of human biosolids to study health and environmental impacts, with penalties for non-compliance. WAMC
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Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance Evening
Enjoy an evening of swing dancing with a live band, including a beginner's dance lesson, at the Elks Lodge in Albany.
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Wyn & Chocolate Festival 2025
The Wyn & Chocolate Festival features unlimited samples of wines, chocolates, and other sweet treats from local vendors in a festive atmosphere at the Desmond Hotel.
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Galentine's Day Celebration at Nine Pin Cider Works
The event features crafts, earring making, and a dedicated Galentine’s Day cocktail menu for a fun night with friends.
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Botany in Action: Herbarium Specimen Preparation with Dr. James C. Lendemer
Dr. James C. Lendemer will prepare rare botanical specimens for the herbarium at the New York State Museum in this live event.
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ADRENALIZE - The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience
ADRENALIZE is a tribute concert showcasing the music of Def Leppard, taking place at Palace Theatre in Albany, NY.
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Tas Cru Live Performance at McGeary's
Experience an eclectic blues performance by Tas Cru, known for blending various blues styles in a captivating show.
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Glow Bug Yoga Adventure for Kids
This fun, glowing yoga session invites children ages 6-12 to stretch and create glow stick accessories in a playful environment.
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Glass Pony with Special Guest Ernie and The Band
Glass Pony and Ernie and The Band will perform a dynamic mix of music styles in a lively atmosphere at The Hollow Bar + Kitchen.
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Rock and Fossil Fun Fair at New York State Museum
The Rock and Fossil Fun Fair offers interactive activities including mineral mining, fossil foraging, and river experiments, alongside opportunities for participants to get their geological finds identified.
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90's vs 2000's Digital Music Bingo Night
Participants can enjoy a competitive night of digital music bingo featuring hits from the 90s and 2000s with cash prizes and happy hour specials at Aloha Krab Cajun Seafood & Bar.
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