Sunday, April 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 22nd Annual Missing Persons Day was held Saturday at the New York State Museum where dozens of families and friends gathered to honor missing loved ones. Speakers including Mary Lyall shared their stories and urged anyone with information to contact state police—hoping to offer a path to answers. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ The New York State Museum held its 22nd annual Missing Persons Day event in Albany to honor missing individuals and support their families — panel discussions featured guest speakers like CBS6’s Emma Quinn and Jana DeCamilla along with insights from state agencies and organizer Mary Lyall. WRGB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Between March 7 and March 19, Colonie police arrested many people for crimes including burglary, mischief, violence, and drunk driving. A Guilderland woman was charged with felony burglary and criminal mischief after entering a relative's home on March 8—other arrests in Latham, Schenectady and Albany led to charges from misdemeanors to felonies. Spotlight News
- ➤ A 56-year-old man—David Mirabile—was arrested twice in three days on four felony charges after he allegedly assaulted an elderly person on Hampshire Way in Colonie; he had been arrested in January for criminal contempt and was released on March 23. Spotlight News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Business owners and local residents met with government leaders at the Albany Action Meeting to discuss safety and concerns over crime perception in the community. Lucia Mitsios and Jesse Sommers said that more input from locals will help decide how to use the governor's funds for issues like homelessness, parking, panhandling and gun violence. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ A 'Hands Off' rally took place Saturday morning in West Capitol Park in Albany as part of a nationwide protest against recent federal actions — organizers said the protest aimed to build opposition to government decisions. Zach Richter will provide live updates at 6 p.m. tonight — with additional details expected. NewsChannel 13
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Best Companies to Work For in New York
5-9 p.m. — Hilton Albany — Celebrate the top employers in New York who create enjoyable workplaces.
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Toy Story Family Fun Day
1 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a classic film screening of Toy Story and fun activities for the whole family.
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Albany Job Fair
9 AM – 4 PM — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport Area — Free entry — Connect with 90+ companies hiring in the Albany area.
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Joywave Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — $32 — Catch Joywave live and enjoy a night of vibrant music in Albany.
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Nurse John's Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Ticket price varies — Experience laughter as Nurse John shares the ups and downs of healthcare through his comedy.
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Easter Brunch Cruise
11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. — Dutch Apple Cruises & Tours — $79.99 — Enjoy a delightful Easter brunch while cruising on the Hudson River with scenic views and tasty treats.
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NSH USA Job Fair
Join NSH USA on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 to learn more about exciting and rewarding careers in machine tool manufacturing. Registration is required to attend this event; to register, submit your resume to [email protected] along with the position you would like to be considered for.
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NSH USA Job Fair
Join NSH USA on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 to learn more about exciting and rewarding careers in machine tool manufacturing. Registration is required to attend this event; to register, submit your resume to [email protected] along with the position you would like to be considered for.
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Chris Distefano Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Egg — $35 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with one of comedy's brightest stars.
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Albany Food Not Bombs Plant Sale
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Townsend Park — Free — Celebrate spring with a community plant sale and artistic exchange focused on sharing and sustainability.
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Arabic American Heritage Month Concert
3:00 – 4:30 PM — The Linda WAMC's Performing Arts Studio — $10 General Admission — Celebrate Arabic art and culture through a vibrant showcase of folk music traditions.
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