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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bus Stop Club, a Capital Region non-profit supporting siblings of children with critical illnesses and disabilities, celebrated 20 years of service. Sunday morning, Executive Director Angela Tobin and participant Brendan Toubman discussed the organization’s history — outlining its ongoing programs and impact. WRGB
- ➤ Over 400 people attended a memorial mass for Pope Francis on Sunday at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany, led by Bishop Edward Scharfenberg—attendees remembered his humble and caring leadership. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ Indian Ladder Farms announced on Sunday that it named its new baby animals, including one calf, three pigs, two baby goats and three lambs, after nearly 100 contest entries. The Baby Animal Days event will continue through May 4 at the farm at 342 Altamont Road (open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.). ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Wolberg Electric is celebrating 100 years of service in the Capital Region this year; President Jay Bindell joined a live discussion on Sunday morning to explain the community-focused events and plans to give back. The company operates multiple showrooms that offer lighting, fans and home accents—marking its long legacy. WRGB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 46-year-old man from Clifton Park was arrested by the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office on Sunday morning in Milton — he allegedly held two people at gunpoint with a pellet rifle — and now faces charges of unlawful imprisonment, menacing, and criminal weapons possession. WRGB
- ➤ Schenectady police arrested Cecil A. Toland, 19, on Wednesday, April 23—charging him with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon after Wilfredo Vasquez Jr. died from a shooting on Van Vranken Avenue. WRGB
- ➤ The New York State Department of Corrections said today that social media rumors that Juan Rivera—accused of stabbing Kevin Hall Jr. during Monday's Troy homicide—was let out early are false, saying he left prison on his scheduled date of March 27 after four years and is now held on murder charges at Rensselaer County Jail. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ Shawn P. Flores (46) of Clifton Park was arrested Sunday after officers responded to a weapon call at 885 Middle Line Road in Milton at 10:24 a.m., where he allegedly pointed a pellet rifle at two people and prevented them from leaving and is now facing charges of two counts of first-degree unlawful imprisonment, two counts of second-degree menacing and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon. NewsChannel 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Questar III BOCES will launch its first Career and Technical Education summer camp for rising 8th to 10th graders this July. Camp sessions run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Robert H. Gibson Technical School in Troy from July 14th to 18th and at Donald R. Kline Technical School in Hudson from July 21st to 25th — registration costs $59 per camper. WRGB
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Melissa Etheridge Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the powerful performance of Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge live in Albany.
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Albany Tulip Festival
0 a.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant celebration of Albany's Dutch heritage with stunning tulips and exciting festivities.
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Fuego Base Concert
8-11:59 p.m. — Fuze Box — Early bird tickets available — Celebrate a night of vibrant performances and drink specials at Albany's legendary venue.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6-7 p.m. — The Venue — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Hans Zimmer's music illuminated by candlelight.
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Bit Brigade Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Empire Center At Egg — $22 — Last-minute tickets available for a thrilling concert experience featuring Bit Brigade.
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Evening in the Garden 2025
5:30-7 p.m. — New Scotland Elementary School — Free entry — Explore local gardening with tastings, tours, and entertainment from student musicians.
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Digital Music Bingo
7-9 p.m. — Albany Airport Inn — $20 early bird tickets — Test your music knowledge with a fun twist at Digital Music Bingo featuring popular categories.
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77th Annual Royal Tulip Ball
6:30 p.m. — Duo at the Dunes — Ticketed event — Celebrate the legacy of Albany's Tulip Court with an elegant evening of dining and dancing.
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Fontaines D.C. Concert
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Albany Job Fair
2-6 p.m. — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Airport Area — Free admission — Connect with 90+ companies hiring and find the job of your dreams.
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