Good morning, Albany.

Catholic Charities hosted its 14th annual Gala for Good where hundreds of local residents raised thousands to support nearly 80,000 people (the event honored NewsChannel 13’s Chris Onorato and Ashley Miller for their volunteer work through the Nash Weston Onorato Memorial Foundation).

A 100-mile relay in Niskayuna will take place soon to fight food insecurity by raising funds for local food banks + community support.

Organizers said runners and volunteers will help boost local programs and resources.

The Big Bounce America returns to the Capital Region with the world’s largest bounce house and over 50,000 sqft of inflatables, food trucks, live DJs, and family-friendly activities at Ellms Family Farm (in Ballston Spa) today and Sunday, June 21.

Mohonasen students will ride a bus to join other marching bands in the National Independence Day Parade on July 4 in Washington, D.C.

They will march with military units (and dignitaries) during the official celebration.

Mohon marching band, led by Director Jason Varga, will march in D.C.'s Fourth of July parade on July Fourth to celebrate local patriotism in the nation's capital.

After two years of debate, plans to convert a former McDonald’s building into a bus station plus community space are stalled in the South End.

City and county leaders say discussions will continue as they look for a new investor to revive the project.

Ellis Medicine and St. Peter’s Health Partners ended their six-year merger plan on Friday due to evolving healthcare conditions and shifting priorities; both organizations will work together to maintain patient care until Aug.

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Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

3-5 p.m. — Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch — Free entry — Engage with the Neighborhood Specialist and share your thoughts on local services.

Capital Concert Series Featuring Kansas and Muscle Shoals

5-8:30 p.m. — Empire State Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of free concerts and festivities at the Plaza this summer.

Neighborhood Specialist Office Hours

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch — Free entry — Engage with your local Neighborhood Specialist and share your thoughts on community services.

Alive at Five Summer Concert Series: Classic Rock Night

5-11 p.m. — Washington Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of high-energy classic rock with FJ's tribute to Foreigner and Journey.

Atomic Rule Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with Atomic Rule and The Virgos in Albany.

John Caparulo Comedy Show

9:15 PM — Funny Bone — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian John Caparulo at the Funny Bone Comedy Club.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown

7:30-9:30 p.m. — MVP Arena — Tickets from $81 — Experience the electrifying atmosphere of WWE SmackDown live in Albany.