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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Devin Zielinski is set to be sentenced today at 9:30 a.m. at the Rensselaer County Courthouse — he defrauded an 86-year-old man of over $200,000 by posing as his caregiver, neglecting bill payments that led to foreclosure. WRGB
- ➤ An Albany man, Saul Morales-Garcia, 40, was arrested on Tuesday for attempted murder, third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and second-degree menacing after deputies rushed to Lodge Street at 9:55 p.m.—he allegedly charged at a victim with a knife which made the victim retreat, and he will be arraigned Wednesday. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ A Schenectady man, Tavio T. Fredericks, 47, was stopped on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. near Central Avenue and Rawson Street in Albany for a traffic violation and fled before being caught; police recovered 97 grams of cocaine, fentanyl, and a .22-caliber revolver — he faces charges for criminal possession of a weapon, possession of controlled substances, obstructing governmental administration, and traffic violations — and he will be arraigned Wednesday morning in Albany City Criminal Court. NewsChannel 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sharon Playhouse will launch its summer season with the musical 'Million Dollar Quartet' on Friday night and run through July 6—featuring a special holiday performance on July 4 at 4 p.m. The season will also include the shows Annie, Sylvia and The Mousetrap. WAMC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers discussed changes to security protocols after the killing of Melissa Hortman and her husband, with Governor Hochul ordering extra state police at the Capitol to watch for threats. Lawmakers suggested that officials keep their daily schedules private and add extra home security cameras & update vehicle records to better protect their families. ABC NEWS 10
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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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Plant & Sip: Terrarium Workshop
1-3 p.m. — The Gateway Diner — $45 per person — Create your own terrarium while enjoying drinks and good company.
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REDFERRIN Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — Tickets starting at $43 — Experience a vibrant night of music with Redferrin in Albany.
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Planet Asia Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Check website for price — Experience the sounds of Hip-Hop with Planet Asia at this lively concert event.
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show in Albany
6 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center — Tickets starting at $74.95 — Enjoy an interactive comedy murder mystery while dining on a fantastic dinner.
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Sushi Dinner at Asian Tea House
6-9 p.m. — Asian Tea House — $40.00 — Experience a delightful night of sushi and cocktails with fellow sushi enthusiasts in a cozy atmosphere.
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