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Albany
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Capital Center will host the first ever Empire State Strength and Fitness Expo on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; the venue plans to expand from 50,000 sqft to 84,000 sqft next year to add a ballroom, multi-use space and meeting rooms. WRGB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An AARP report warns thousands of local households may face shutoffs this spring as rising energy costs and unpaid bills mount pressure on budgets; National Grid will raise rates on April 1, adding about $15 monthly amid a three-year rate hike schedule. WRGB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shenendehowa Central School District named Dr. Cecily Wilson-Turner its first female superintendent when its Board approved her appointment on March 24; she will now focus on developing the 2026-2027 budget and opening the new Atrea Early Learning Center (with plans for a full-day kindergarten program this fall). NewsChannel 13
- ➤ Thoroughbred Advisors has partnered with SAGE Scholars Tuition Rewards to launch a fee-free program that lets families earn points (1 point equals $1) for everyday financial planning steps to help cover college tuition at over 400 private colleges including Union College and RPI. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ A free online cybersecurity webinar series (Cyber Smart: Leadership Webinar Series) will begin tomorrow, Mar. 27. Organized by LogicalNet with UAlbany’s cybersecurity department, the series will help entrepreneurs strengthen their digital defenses. WRGB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers and advocates are pushing for repair funds for SUNY and CUNY facilities with issues like crumbling roofs, weak heating, and pest problems. The One-House budgets include proposals that could resolve problems that left 200 students without heat last winter, with a final state budget due April 1. WAMC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two UAlbany track athletes earned America East All-Academic honors when the conference announced the awards on Wednesday; Isaac Graber medaled in the 1000m + helped his relay team break a 14-year meet record, while Lalenii Grant set new marks in weight throw + maintained a high GPA. University at Albany
- ➤ The University at Albany women's rowing varsity 8+ was named Boat of the Week by the CAA on Wednesday afternoon after a win at the John Ferriss Regatta, and the team will compete at the Sarasota 2K in Florida on March 27-28 (the first honor for the conference this year). University at Albany
- ➤ On Wed, March 25, Siena star Gavin Doty entered the NCAA transfer portal, a move that could shift team dynamics after he averaged 18 points + nearly 7 rebounds per game and earned First Team All-MAAC honors with a standout 21-point performance against Duke during the NCAA Tournament. WRGB
- ➤ UAlbany's Great Danes won a five-inning softball game, defeating Le Moyne 10-2 at UAlbany Field Wednesday afternoon — senior Kasey Conn hit two doubles as the team will host UMass Lowell this weekend for their first home conference series. University at Albany
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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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Jeff Dye Live Comedy Show
9:15 PM – 12:15 AM — Funny Bone — Ticket required — Experience sharp and loud comedy as Jeff Dye brings his humor to Albany.
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Raven Live Performance
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Ticket details available — Experience an evening with Raven at this popular Albany venue.
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Sir Chloe Concert
4-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Cost not specified — Experience the unique blend of grungy guitar hooks and emotionally raw vocals from Sir Chloe.
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Al Olender Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lark Hall — Tickets required — Experience songwriter Al Olender's introspective music exploring the fleeting moments of life.
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