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Albany
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello and Fire Chief Rich Cellucci honored three children on Wednesday for calling 911 during a deadly fire in Troy. WRGB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On May 1, Food Friday aired a segment on foods people dislike, as local expert Haley Whalen at Arthur’s Market + freelance writer Jennifer Taber VanDerwerken from Edible Capital District shared their views in a discussion hosted by Ray Graf. WAMC
- ➤ This Sunday, May 3 at 3 p.m., Albany Pro Musica and Orchestra Pro Musica will fill Troy Savings Banks Music Hall with the season-ending presentation This Luminous Earth — featuring Jake Runestad’s EMMY Award-winning Earth Symphony and Morten Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna. WAMC
- ➤ The Media Project aired Friday, May 1 at 3 p.m. at the University at Albany where Rex, Judy, Barbara, and Raga discussed media coverage with journalism students and faculty from 20 campuses. It will return Sunday, May 3 at 6 p.m. to continue insights on the field. WAMC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University at Albany hosted Showcase 2026 on Thursday, May 1 — a day-long event featuring over 1,700 presentations from more than 2,600 students and more than 400 faculty advisors. University at Albany
- ➤ University at Albany historian Michitake Aso earned a 2026 fellowship from the ACLS on May 1 for his study on Agent Orange’s lasting effects in Vietnam — his research shows how Vietnamese doctors and scientists first uncovered its health and environmental harm. University at Albany
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UAlbany women's lacrosse team advanced to its 15th straight America East Championship game with a win over Bryant Friday night. The Great Danes will face top-seeded Vermont at Virtue Field on Sunday, May 3 at 12:00 p.m. for the title. University at 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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Iron & Wine Concert
8-11 p.m. — Hart Theatre at The Egg — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with celebrated singer-songwriter Sam Beam performing as Iron & Wine.
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4i's & Friends Vol II: 4i's SEXTET
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Van Dyck Music Club — Student tickets available — Experience an exciting jazz evening with the dynamic 4i's SEXTET performing standards and deep cuts.
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Mindful Strides Walk for Neurodiversity & Mental Health Awareness
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Crossgates Mall — Free entry — A Star Wars-themed walk promoting neurodiversity and mental health awareness through physical activity.
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Capital District Reptile Expo - Spring 2026
10 AM - 4 PM — Albany Capital Center — $12 adults, $6 children — Explore over 180 vendor tables of exotic pets and enjoy hands-on education with experts.
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Alpha Wolf Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets starting at $22 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Alpha Wolf in Albany.
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Shemekia Copeland Live
8:00-10:00 p.m. — The Egg — Tickets available — Experience the powerhouse voice of Shemekia Copeland as she performs songs from her acclaimed album 'Blame It On Eve'.
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