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Albany
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bitchin' Donuts held a grand opening on March 17 at its new shop at 2008 Central Avenue (Colonie) after its Albany location was damaged by fire. The celebration featured a special Saint Patrick’s Day menu with flavors such as 'Leprechaun' and 'Pot of Gold'. NewsChannel 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New educational guidelines approved by the Board of Regents require climate education for students in kindergarten through 12th grade and will be phased in beginning next school year (2027 to 28). The measure aims to help students understand climate change and build a path to a resilient future. WAMC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Town officials in Colonie are exploring cleanup plans for Erie Canal Lock 4 — an overgrown historic site near Route 7. They hope the effort will restore the area's heritage and improve community safety. Spotlight News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Siena University men’s basketball team departed Tuesday morning from Albany International Airport for a South Carolina NCAA tournament game against Duke (the MAAC champions). The 16th-seeded team faces the No. 1 seed in the first round. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ Freshman Julia Pike earned Player of the Week and Rookie of the Week awards Tuesday after hitting nine times with three extra base hits and scoring eight runs during a four-game sweep at Mount St. Mary's. UAlbany will face Bryant in its first conference series next weekend. University at Albany
- ➤ UAlbany Athletics honored nine staff members for milestone service during a campus ceremony earlier this month. The event recognized coaches, administrators & support staff who have dedicated 21 to 40 years to advancing student-athlete success. University at Albany
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
8:30-9:30 p.m. — UAlbany Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting music of Taylor Swift illuminated by candlelight.
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Live Music with Luke Palvus
7-10 p.m. — Seven Dining and Catering — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music by Luke Palvus at a popular local venue.
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1964 The Tribute
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall — Tickets vary — Experience the most authentic Beatles tribute band as they recreate a live concert from the early '60s.
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I Love R&B Party
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Empire Live — $20 - $50 — The ultimate R&B party experience featuring sing-along anthems and feel-good energy.
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First Friday at Albany Center Gallery with Mixed Roots
5-8 p.m. — Albany Center Gallery — Free entry — Experience live music by Mixed Roots while enjoying the 27th annual High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition.
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Lake Street Dive Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Enjoy a night of vibrant music blending soul, folk, jazz, and classic pop.
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iDKHOW Concert
7-10 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $35 — iDKHOW brings an electrifying live performance to Albany that fans can't miss.
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Dashboard Confessional Concert
8-10 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $14 — Enjoy a live performance by Dashboard Confessional in a vibrant venue.
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Fetty Wap Concert
8:00-11:59 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Tickets from $114 — Enjoy a live performance from the hit rapper Fetty Wap.
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