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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Treen Charitable Events hosted the Belmont Stakes Soiree on June 6—benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society—at a private residence in Latham. Times Union
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, June 8th, thousands joined Capital Pride 2025 in Albany where a parade + festival took place, marking a vibrant event for local residents. WRGB
- ➤ On Sunday, June 8, Capital Pride 2025 took place in Albany as thousands joined the parade and festival (local organizers reported strong attendance). WRGB
- ➤ The Capital District Transportation Authority opened a public historical exhibit at the Joseph L. Bruno Rail Station on Wednesday in partnership with the Hart Cluett Museum—its eight panels show 175 years of regional transportation history and highlight topics like trolleys, buses, and labor strikes. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ On Sunday, Albany’s Capital Region Pride Parade featured a unique wedding vow renewal ceremony in Washington Park as Mayor Kathy Sheehan officiated for a dozen couples. The parade was followed by a festival with live music and vendors — celebrating local love and community spirit. ABC NEWS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Commissioner Jeanette Moy said summer concerts will return & The Egg is set for upgrades as part of OGS projects in Albany. The agency supports state and local government operations through new facilities and free entertainment programs for staff and families. WAMC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More than a thousand participants gathered at the University at Albany for the Capital Region Heart Walk and Run, with almost 1,500 walkers and runners—including heart disease survivors—taking part in a 5K run and 2-mile walk. The event raised $450,000 toward a $650,000 goal for heart research and honored 15-year-old Darin Vail, a survivor of four open-heart surgeries who now uses a pacemaker. WRGB
- ➤ Carly Kempf, who was 22, died on Feb. 13 after a ten year battle with anorexia that weakened her body. Her parents claim the medical system + state guardianship laws failed her by not providing proper care when she refused treatment. Times Union
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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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Albany Anime-Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Crowne Plaza Albany - the Desmond Hotel — Cost varies — Experience a vibrant day of cosplay, anime screenings, and unique merchandise for fans of all ages.
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Charcuterie Board Workshop
6-8 p.m. — The Loft @205 — $50 — Create your own charcuterie board while enjoying tasty drinks and guided tutorials on flavor pairing.
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DOUBLECAMP Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Underground — Ticket prices from $44 — Enjoy a night of energetic tunes from Sub-Radio in Albany.
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