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Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Albany County District Attorney Lee C. Kindlon said Christopher Maxwell and Latisha Ellis were arraigned on animal cruelty charges after their dog was found set on fire in a crate near Fourth Avenue and Franklin Street on February 24 — both were released on probation with restrictions on owning pets. WRGB
- ➤ John W. Walker, a 42-year-old parolee from Schenectady, was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with assault, criminal obstruction of breathing, and forcible touching after he reportedly followed a woman off a CDTA bus around 7:20 p.m. Monday near Central Avenue and Quail Street and then attacked her in a rear yard on Washington Avenue, injuring her face—police said. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ Authorities are searching for Evelyn Stanley — an 80-year-old woman with Alzheimer's who was last seen driving her white 2021 Chevrolet Equinox on Loudon Road at Columbia Plaza in Colonie on April 8 — and officials said she may need medical attention as she might be headed toward Newcomb. WRGB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charles Gehring, 86, retired last week after 50 years translating 17th-century Dutch documents that detailed colonial life in Albany—his work has helped historians better understand the city's origins, and he will volunteer on Tuesdays to assist his successor Chelsea Teale. This retirement marks the close of a long career that advanced local historical research. Times Union
- ➤ Hello! My Name is Blotto – The Movie! will premiere Saturday, April 12 at Cohoes Music Hall and spotlights the Albany rock band Blotto, which began in the late 1970s and saw early fame when MTV aired their music video. NewsChannel 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposed Tesla dealership in Colonie is facing mixed reactions as plans call to demolish an old educational building and build a 30,000-square-foot auto sales and service center at 1979 Central Avenue. Community members and Senator Pat Fahy protested Tuesday night outside Colonie Town Hall while Albany County Legislators Frank Mauriello and Paul Burgdorf supported the plan as a boost to the local economy — the project also proposes to increase parking from 84 to 282 spaces. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ The viral case of Peanut the squirrel—taken by DEC officers and euthanized after biting an officer last October—has led lawmakers to propose Peanut's Law to strengthen animal sanctuary protections and clarify procedures for animal seizure and euthanasia. WRGB
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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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