Sunday, July 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lincoln Park Pool reopened on Saturday after two days of closure for an equipment installation; it operated from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for Albany residents on a first-come basis—featuring a zero-entry pool, a 10-lane half-size Olympic lap pool, a splash pad, and water slides. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Pastor Charlie Muller of Victory Church launched a summer outreach program at Black Lives Matter Park—offering weekly giveaways of about 50 bikes and 25 pairs of sneakers to local kids—to boost community safety after recent Fourth of July violence. He said the program will run throughout the summer and he hopes city leaders will give more support. WRGB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Albany man, 22-year-old Romario Hall, was indicted for first-degree burglary, attempted second-degree burglary and criminal possession of stolen property after he stole a car and broke into a Guilderland home on June 23rd plus attacked the homeowner during a struggle that led a nearby resident to help subdue him until police arrived and he pleaded not guilty at his arraignment before Judge Thomas Marcelle when he was jailed in Albany County. Spotlight News
- ➤ An Albany couple, Byron Brown, 45, and Rena Brown, 42, was arraigned on felony charges after a parole check on Feb. 10 at their Bunker Lane home found a loaded semi-automatic handgun, psilocybin mushrooms, and over 300 pounds of marijuana — Rena was released on bond while Byron was sent to jail. Spotlight News
- ➤ Albany police said 13 flare gun incidents occurred from July 1, 2024 to July 7, 2025 with more than half involving minors and including a July 4 event where two 15-year-olds were charged with attempted second-degree murder — lawmakers now propose stricter laws on flare gun sales and use. Times Union
- ➤ On Saturday, police searched a Lansingburgh home at 6 105th St. after reports of loose dogs and found one dead dog and several in poor condition—some of which were sent to a local animal hospital for treatment. Times Union
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local filmmaker Spencer Sherry from Saratoga Springs produced the short film 'Anomaly' – written by Ryan Jenkins – which will premiere on WMHT’s TVFilm program on Friday, July 18th and be followed by a free screening at Albany’s Spectrum 8 Theater, as noted by WAMC's Samantha Simmons. WAMC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Planned Parenthood clinics maintained Medicaid care after a new federal law cut Medicaid funding for one year, so they halted billing until the state covers its share+. Advocates say state officials must backfill about $35 million while monitoring further cuts that could force some clinics to close+. Times Union
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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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Summer Art Fest 2025
12-5 p.m. — Quackenbush Square — Free entry — Experience an interactive and immersive arts festival for all ages in Downtown Albany.
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Kids Mindfulness & Yoga Summer Camp
9 AM – 12 PM — The Hot Yoga Spot — $250.00 — A fun and engaging camp merging yoga, mindfulness, and creativity for children aged 5-10.
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Speed Dating in Albany for Singles Aged 24-39
8:30-10:30 p.m. — The Loft @205 — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a cozy and vibrant atmosphere.
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Albany Career Fair
9:30 AM-12:30 PM — Marriott Albany — Free entry — Meet with top recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies to explore career opportunities.
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2025 CrossFit Games - Friday Only
8:59-10:29 a.m. — MVP Arena — Tickets available — Experience elite athletes showcasing unparalleled strength and endurance at the CrossFit Games.
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Spitzies Harley-Davidson Ride for Ronald McDonald House Charities
10:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Spitzie's Harley-Davidson of Albany — Donations welcome — Support children's health and well-being with a charity motorcycle ride.
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Albany County Summer Hockey School
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Albany County Hockey Facility — $560 — Develop your hockey skills with focused training sessions daily.
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Descendents Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets start at $36 — Experience an energetic performance from the punk rock legends Descendents in Albany.
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Columbia County Sanctuary Movement Caribbean Festival
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Jennings Landing — Free entry — Experience vibrant performances from youth stilt teams and Moko Jumbies at this community celebration.
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