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Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Albany police investigated a shooting early Sunday morning on Jennings Drive—where a 42-year-old woman sustained shrapnel wounds to her arm when shots were fired from outside her home—and the investigation remains active. WRGB
- ➤ The Albany Police Department investigated two alleged shots fired incidents that took place early Sunday morning near Jennings Drive and Grand Street—officers found a 42-year-old woman injured by shrapnel from gunfire at one location and evidence of gunfire with no injuries at the other. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ North Greenbush police arrested business owner Christopher Regan on Tuesday for multiple drug charges after a search warrant on April 22 found roughly 1 gram of cocaine, 1 gram of fentanyl and 11 grams of psilocybin mushrooms at his home + law enforcement agencies from Troy and the state provided support during the investigation. WRGB
- ➤ At 3:50 a.m. on Sunday, police responded to reports of shots fired near Grand Street and Madison Avenue — they found evidence of gunfire, no injuries were reported, and the investigation is ongoing. WRGB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Federal funding was terminated on May 2 for the Albany Symphony’s American Music Festival and the Empire State Youth Orchestra’s program as NEA priorities shifted, leaving many planned arts events at risk. Despite the $35,000 setback, the Symphony will hold its festival June 4—8 and local arts groups have until Friday to appeal the decision and adjust their programs. Times Union
- ➤ Next Sunday, the Capital District Reptile Expo will be held from 10 am to 4 pm at the Albany Capital Center—an event where reptile enthusiasts will view a variety of snakes, lizards, geckos, and alligators while learning about reptile care. WRGB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state comptroller’s office faces an 80,000-case backlog in retirement processing due to delays from a decade-old $588 million software project—employees and retirees report wait times that sometimes span years and add financial stress. The office handles nearly twice the retirement filings it finalizes each month as staffing shortages and rising retirement numbers complicate the process. Times Union
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Fontaines D.C. Concert
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — $65 — Experience the energy of Fontaines D.C. live in Albany, NY.
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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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Kane Brown's High Road Tour Featuring Ashley Cooke
7-11 p.m. — MVP Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of country hits with Kane Brown and special guests Mitchell Tenpenny and Ashley Cooke.
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World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby
7-8:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the jazz-filled world of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic in a stunning ballet premiere.
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The Uncle Louie Variety Show
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Italian American Community Center — Ticket required — A night filled with laughter, music, and entertainment awaits at this dinner-show event.
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Capital District Reptile Expo - Spring 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Albany Capital Center — $12 adults, $6 children — Explore 82,000 sq. feet of reptiles, exotic pets, and family-friendly fun.
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Wilderado Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — $15 — Gametime is offering last-minute tickets for an exciting concert by Wilderado in Albany.
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Spring Dinner at Grappa '72
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Grappa '72 — Cash preferred — Enjoy a delightful casual Italian dining experience with a well-respected menu.
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Alive at Five Summer Concert Series - Classic Rock Night
4:30-9 p.m. — Tricentennial Park — Free entry — Experience a night of classic rock with Queensryche and Gozer during Albany’s signature summer concert series.
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Raymour & Flanigan Paint & Save
1-3 p.m. — Raymour & Flanigan — $1.50 ticket service fee — Paint a mug to support mental health therapy for service members and veterans.
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