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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Municipalities in the Capital District are struggling to house stray and missing animals and are asking for help — local shelters like Mohawk Hudson are at capacity as cities consider new funding and facility plans. Rensselaer is moving ahead with a shelter project, Troy has set up temporary fixes, and Albany County is building a new facility expected to open by fall — efforts aimed at keeping animals safe and reducing lost pets. WAMC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brooklyn man Tyliek Rivers, 24, was charged with multiple counts of robbery, assault, larceny, and weapon possession for a December 1, 2023 attack in Brunswick—he was arrested on July 18 and is now held without bail as the investigation continues. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Albany Police Department identified 23-year-old Daval Byramas—who was from Troy—as the fatal stabbing victim who died at Albany Memorial Hospital at 10:05 p.m. on Saturday after a severe wound near Third Street on Ontario; 33-year-old Kyle Crayon is accused of the stabbing and was arraigned in court on Sunday morning. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ East Greenbush Police announced Monday that after investigating the May death of a one-year-old at a local daycare the cause was determined to be sudden unexplained death in childhood—no foul play is suspected and the child's name remains unreleased. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Jessica Saks, 48, a former chief attorney for children’s law offices in Schuyler and Chemung counties, was arrested in Albany City Court on June 18 after state police said she falsified receipts to secure $19,957 in reimbursements+ she pleaded not guilty to grand larceny and fraud and is set to return to court on August 28. Times Union
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Heavy metal band Pantera postponed its July 28 SPAC show after saying they needed time to grieve the loss of their friend Ozzy Osbourne — the rescheduled concert is set for September 9 at 7 p.m. with metal bands Amon Amarth and Shock Narcotic supporting. ABC NEWS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Hochul announced New York’s first bulk energy storage RFP on Monday—aiming to add one gigawatt of storage to improve grid reliability. NYSERDA will manage the program and eligible proposers must take the initial qualifying step by September 4. WRGB
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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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Charcuterie Board & Sip Event
6-8 p.m. — Washington Tavern — $65 per person — Build your own delicious charcuterie board while enjoying drinks and a fun night out with friends.
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Sober Summer Dance Party
7-10 p.m. — Central Avenue Albany — Free entry — Dance to uplifting music in a vibrant sober community atmosphere with food and giveaways.
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Columbia County Fair
8 PM – 6 PM — Columbia County Fairgrounds — Admission fees vary — A delightful week of fun, rides, and local showcases.
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