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Monday, March 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Colonie Police responded to an incident at a private residence on Wedgewood Drive at around 3:30 a.m. Sunday and maintained a heavy presence until the situation ended at 10:00 a.m.—roads were later opened for all traffic. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office arrested 27-year-old Issac Martinez of Halfmoon after a harassment complaint led police to say he violated a protection order on Thursday, and he now faces charges of aggravated family offense and criminal contempt while held at Saratoga County Jail. WRGB
- ➤ Troy police are investigating a stabbing that occurred just before noon at the Lion Factory Lofts on Second Avenue and 121st Street where officers treated a man with a puncture wound to his shoulder at a local hospital—authorities said they have located everyone involved. WRGB
- ➤ Troy Police responded to reports of an assault at 750 2nd Avenue on March 16 during a domestic dispute and found an adult male with a puncture wound to his shoulder—he was taken to a local hospital while detectives continued investigating the incident for possible charges. NewsChannel 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Columnist Bill Buell talks to local woman pioneers (Karen DeWitt, Dr. Grace Jorgensen, Karen Johnson, Helen Quirini, Mardy Moore and Marsha Mortimore) for a Women’s History Month salute that honors their role in shaping our community. Their discussion highlights the lasting impact of these trailblazers in Albany. The Daily Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in several Capital Region villages will vote Tuesday, March 18 for mayor, trustee and justice positions with competitive mayoral races in South Glens Falls, Victory, Tannersville and Hoosick Falls while many candidates run unopposed; polling places are open from noon to 9 p.m.—locations include village halls and other designated sites. Votes will be cast at each village’s specific site as outlined in local arrangements. Times Union
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TR3 featuring Tim Reynolds Concert
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience a live, multi-sensory tribute to the music of Coldplay performed by a string quartet under candlelight in an awe-inspiring setting.
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Digital Music Bingo Night
Experience an interactive evening of music bingo featuring classic hits across four categories, hosted at The Gateway Diner.
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Pine Hills Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours
The City of Albany's Department of Neighborhood Services invites residents to meet with Neighborhood Specialist Alex Word for discussions on community needs.
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Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo
10 AM – 5 PM — Hudson Valley Community College — Entrance fee applies — Celebrate spring with stunning floral displays and informative gardening seminars.
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School House Rock Live!
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM — Cohoes Music Hall — Open to the public — Experience beloved educational tunes from a classic cartoon brought to life on stage.
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Albany 1st Friday Swing Dance
7-10:30 p.m. — Elks Lodge #49 — $20 General, $15 Student, 65+ Senior, DFO Member — Enjoy a swing dance lesson followed by social dancing to live music.
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Reena Esmail + Boléro Featuring Albany Symphony
7:30-9:30 PM — Palace Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience Ravel's Boléro and Esmail's Hindustani Violin Concerto in this vibrant concert with pre-show insights.
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