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Albany
Monday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marine Corps League Spa City will host an April dinner and dance to mark 250 years—celebrating the Marine Corps milestone reached last November and aligning with the nation’s upcoming anniversary this summer. WRGB
- ➤ A Ukrainian market in Watervliet will raise funds for relief groups as local families prepare for Easter next week. The event will feature cultural traditions that support community efforts. WRGB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local Vietnam War veterans recalled past service as they honored Veterans Day yesterday—sharing memories of duty and urging current soldiers to seek support for their transition to civilian life. Lieutenant Colonel John Brownrig and Specialist Emil Baker detailed the challenges they faced and how service shaped their advice. WRGB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, more than 12,000 fans attended NCAA men’s hockey at MVP Arena, boosting downtown businesses like Skinny Pancake and Pizzeria Sapienza. Some owners remain hopeful as efforts to revitalize the area continue — they look to keep the momentum high. WRGB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UAlbany Athletics announced today that women's basketball head coach Colleen Mullen stepped down to accept the head coaching job at the University of Rhode Island — the university will soon launch a national search for her replacement. University at Albany
- ➤ The University at Albany baseball team lost to UMBC 8-6 Sunday afternoon at Varsity Field. They now prepare for a home three-game set against UMass Lowell from April 2 to April 4. University at Albany
- ➤ The UAlbany Great Danes split a doubleheader at UAlbany Field on Monday, March 30 by winning the first game 8-0 (five innings) but losing the second 4-3 (eight innings). They will host CCSU for a midweek doubleheader on Wednesday, Apr. 1. University at Albany
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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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Stars On Ice
4-7 p.m. — MVP Arena — Performance Tickets — Witness world-renowned figure skating champions in a spectacular showcase of talent.
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