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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem’s Town Planning Board approved Benderson Development LLC’s amended site plan on Tuesday, May 20 to allow a new Trader Joe’s at Glenmont Plaza. The plan converts 14,779 square feet of retail space, includes demolition of 18,175 square feet for a 49-space parking field and an outparcel expansion with a drive-up bank ATM—but final tweaks remain before demolition begins—and work is expected to start this summer. Spotlight News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple said a 4-year-old in Berne was hospitalized on May 20 after eating two THC-infused gummy candies resembling Haribo bears from her father's lunchbox—he added that his department will investigate local dispensaries suspected of selling illicit products. Times Union
- ➤ Authorities are searching for 15-year-old R’moni Johnson, who was reported missing from Albany and was last seen on May 16. Community members can submit tips to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). WRGB
- ➤ Local attorney Luke Malamood is set to appear in Albany County Court Thursday morning to face 21 criminal charges stemming from incidents in July 2024, December 2024, and April 2025, including counts of criminal contempt, theft, and assault. NewsChannel 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Spellos saw his original play Rosie is Red and Everybody is Blue on stage at theREP in downtown Albany—bringing him a sense of nostalgia—and he celebrated his local roots with the community. NewsChannel 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters in several Capital District school districts approved budgets for the 2025–26 school year on May 20 to keep current programs while funding new bus purchases and safety upgrades. They also reelected board members and passed key propositions in Bethlehem, South Colonie, North Colonie, Ravena, Voorheesville and Guilderland. Spotlight News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Gulfstream Developers’ proposal for 86 tiny homes on the former Leonard Hospital site at New Turnpike Road in Troy is set for City Council review on June 5—if approved, the Planning Board may greenlight the project by June 17 to serve adults age 54 and older with green space and 137 parking spots. This innovative community will be developed on land bought for $275,000 after years of planning and review. Times Union
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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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Albany Comic Con
10 AM – 4 PM — Polonaise Ballroom at PCC — Free for kids 12 and under with a paying adult — Enjoy the premiere comic book and collectibles show in Upstate New York.
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The Native Howl Concert
7-9 p.m. — Empire Underground — $39+ — Enjoy last-minute concert tickets for a thrilling performance by The Native Howl in Albany.
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Neal Francis Concert at Tricentennial Park
4:30-8:00 p.m. — Tricentennial Park — Free entry — Experience Albany’s vibrant concert series featuring diverse live performances under the summer sky.
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Albany Contra Dance
7:45-11 p.m. — Elks Lodge #49 — $8 – $25 — Dance the night away with the Capital District Megaband and caller Julian Blechner in a lively contra dance experience.
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Annual Summer Market
11 AM – 3 PM — Stuyvesant Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy shopping, food tastings, and live music in a vibrant summer atmosphere.
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Green's Blues Jam
7:30-11:30 p.m. — McGeary's — No cover charge — Experience an exciting evening of blues music led by jam master Richard Green.
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Albany Water Lantern Festival
6-10 p.m. — Empire State Plaza — $28.99 - $55.99 — Experience a magical evening of food, music, and thousands of lanterns illuminating the night with love and hope.
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Make Music Albany
12 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Albany City Hall — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of music across Albany with performances by local talents and community participation.
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