Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of August.
Good morning, Albany.
Five days after record rains struck the Capital Region, a Coxsackie home had its basement collapse when a backyard culvert overflowed, causing about $80,000 in damage.
Friends and neighbors helped the family secure repairs as local officials assessed the flood’s lasting impact.
More than 100 people attended Colonie's first pickleball exhibition on July 30 at Mohawk River Park, where Town Supervisor Peter Crummey hosted the event.
Local fans of the sport gathered to enjoy a lively demonstration.
On Wednesday, McDonald's restaurants will give away backpacks (packed with school supplies) to help local families manage back-to-school costs.
The initiative supports students and parents facing rising expenses.
A Menands tavern closed after flooding caused two feet of water to damage freezers, the furnace and kegs, forcing the owner to begin a days-long cleanup (Clarks Cleaning Services helped pump out the basement).
Customers and staff have supported the business during the shutdown.
Costco will open its new Guilderland store on Thursday, Aug.
6 with a 7:30 a.m. ribbon cutting and an 8 a.m. official opening on Western Avenue. The 163,000 sqft facility follows a record membership presale with over 14,000 signups and will create nearly 200 local jobs.
Hamilton Hill Arts Center (57 years old) received $8 million in grants to revamp its campus in Hamilton Hill and will reveal plans soon.
Director Sergio Rico is set to debut upcoming film Video Visions that honors a cherished Hudson Valley video store once run by Steve Campbell and reflects his long connection to Chatham’s film culture.
The film retells the store’s legacy and celebrates a unique local tradition.
Stephen Clark (a California executive) will serve as the new CEO of Albany International Airport nearly two years after Phil Calderone was ousted, according to the airport authority.
Yesterday, Medical Monday featured a discussion on headache and migraine treatment with nationally recognized Dr. Susan Broner from St. Peter's MS and Headache Center, hosted by Ray Graf.
Albany's University at Albany women's golf team led by Coach Colleen Cashman released its fall schedule with five events.
The team will start at Bucknell Invitational in Lewisburg from Sept. 11-13, face Siena at Pinehaven on Sept. 18, and host the Doc Sauers Invitational at Normanside on Oct. 11-12 — promising key local matchups.
Guster Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Egg — Tickets vary — Enjoy an evening of catchy melodies from the beloved American rock band Guster.
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