Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freshman Julia Pike pitched a complete game on Senior Day — a standout performance — and hit a walk-off home run at UAlbany Field against Bryant Saturday afternoon, sealing a 5 to 3 win in Game Two. The team will travel to Colgate for a midweek doubleheader on Tuesday, Apr. 21. University at Albany
- ➤ On Saturday, the UAlbany women's rowing team competed at the NYS Collegiate Championships at Fish Creek in Saratoga; the Varsity Eight+ finished fifth and the Second Varsity Eight+ came in fourth, while other teams also posted competitive times. University at Albany
- ➤ The University at Albany men's lacrosse team lost to 12th-ranked Yale 15-2 in their final non-conference game last Saturday at Reese Stadium in New Haven, Conn. The Great Danes will close out the regular season at NJIT next Saturday. University at Albany
- ➤ UAlbany women’s lacrosse lost to the Vermont Catamounts Saturday afternoon at Virtue Field (Burlington) by a score of 14-4. The team will have a bye week and then await next week’s game result to decide the America East Tournament host. University at Albany
- ➤ The Tewaaraton Foundation announced the 2026 Men’s Nominees for the Award presented by Stifel on April 18. The list includes 25 players from across the country, including local senior Silas Richmond (Albany, Attack) now in the race for the prestigious lacrosse honor. University at Albany
- ➤ UAlbany baseball dropped Saturday’s doubleheader at Varsity Field after falling 10-9 and 10-4 to Siena. They will face Siena again on Tuesday, April 21 at 3:00 p.m. in Loudonville. University at 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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Giovanne and the Hired Guns Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Ticket prices range from $44 to $216 — Catch the energetic sounds of Giovanne and the Hired Guns live in Albany.
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Locked In A Vacancy Live Performance
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Empire Underground — Tickets start at $44 — Experience an unforgettable live show at this top-rated venue in Albany.
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Albany Pro Musica: This Luminous Earth
3-6 p.m. — Troy Savings Bank Music Hall — Ticket info not specified — Experience a powerful choral symphony exploring humanity's relationship with Earth through hope and introspection.
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Kings Of Thrash Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Empire Underground — No cover charge — Experience the electrifying sound of Kings Of Thrash during their 'Mega Years' tour.
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Anne Wilson Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the inspiring voice and storytelling of Nashville's Anne Wilson.
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The Belle Curves at Albany Tulip Festival 2026
7-11 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant performance by The Belle Curves at the annual Tulip Festival.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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