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Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jack’s Oyster House in downtown Albany is preparing for a busy Valentine’s Day dinner as reservations fill up. The restaurant’s special menu offers a mix of classic steakhouse dishes + elevated seafood options for couples celebrating the holiday. NewsChannel 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rich Guthrie and Julie Hart joined host Ray Graf on Tuesday, Feb. 10 to discuss birding as listeners called in. Guthrie, retired from the state DEC (now a reviewer for e-bird), and Hart, coordinator for the NY Breeding Bird Atlas, shared tips and answered questions. WAMC
- ➤ Valentine's Day Weekend, the Albany Symphony Orchestra will perform at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall with shows on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. featuring a varied program of Tchaikovsky, Mahler, a new world premiere, Schumann, and soloists John Brancy (baritone) and Kara Dugan (mezzo-soprano). WAMC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from more than 100 independent schools and colleges rallied in Albany yesterday at the Legislative Office Building for Student Aid Advocacy Day. The students and education advocates pressed Gov. Hochul to increase state student aid funding to assist nearly 500,000 students. WRGB
- ➤ On Feb. 1, four local scouts from Troop 58 earned the Eagle Scout rank during a joint Court of Honor ceremony in Delmar — a rare milestone for the group. Spotlight News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Brunswick Planning Board is reviewing a proposal by Paramount Building Group to build 18 homes and excavate 420,000 cubic yards (sediment removal) near Spring Avenue and Creek Road as neighbors voice concerns over increased truck traffic and road strain. Times Union
- ➤ After a January snowstorm, Albany residents raised concerns about poor communication and narrow sidewalks during a Tuesday night discussion with city officials. Officials will review suggestions such as improved signage and alert systems to enhance future storm responses. WRGB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Hochul announced that the state health department joined the WHO Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network to boost outbreak detection and lab support. State officials say the partnership will enhance local and international public health preparedness and offer earlier access to global outbreak intelligence. WRGB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Albany County Executive Dan McCoy announced that a Capital Region real estate firm will purchase the Thelma P. Lally School of Education building on the former Saint Rose campus (with WAMC’s Capital Region Bureau Chief Jesse Taylor present). WAMC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Siena men’s basketball is in title contention but saw its home attendance fall to an average 4,900 fans over 10 games at MVP Arena—its lowest since moving from the campus gym in 1997-98. The school will review ticket prices and offer new deals ahead of Friday’s contest against Quinnipiac. Times Union
- ➤ The UAlbany women’s lacrosse team opened its season with a 9-6 win over Holy Cross at Kuzniewski Field in Worcester, Mass, with Kloey Roos scoring four goals + Ravan Marsell adding six points. The team will play Sunday, Feb. 15 at 12:00 p.m. at LaValle Stadium against Stony Brook. University at Albany
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Valentines Day with Hollywood Herb
6-8 p.m. — Lark Hall — Free entry — Celebrate Valentines Day with guitar virtuoso Hollywood Herb as he brings his eclectic music talents to the stage.
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Girl's NYSPHSSA State Championships
12:00–4:00 a.m. — MVP Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness top high school athletic talent compete for state titles.
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We Sing, We Speak, We Rise — Soulful: A Broadway Showcase
7-9 p.m. — Capital Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices may apply — Experience local talent performing beloved Broadway tunes in a unique style.
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Joythief Concert
7-9 p.m. — Empire Underground — Tickets available — Experience the evocative music of Joythief with their poignant lyrics and engaging performances.
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Candlelight Concert: 90s Unplugged
8:30-9:30 p.m. — The Egg — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of 90s classics performed by a string quartet under the soft glow of candlelight.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
March 13-15 — Palace Theatre — Registration open — Enjoy a thrilling weekend of regional dance competitions with awards and scholarships.
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