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Monday, August 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Albany Fire Department responded to a fire at a vacant house at 451 Hamilton Street (between Quail and Ontario Streets) just before 3:30 p.m. (Sunday) and controlled the blaze shortly after 4 p.m. with no injuries while investigating the cause. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Albany fire crews responded Sunday to a fire on the first floor of a vacant two-story house at 451 Hamilton Street between Quail and Ontario Streets+ they had the blaze under control by 4:03 p.m. with no injuries reported. WRGB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Wei Lin, a 32-year-old from College Point, defrauded a Coeymans resident of $24,000 on June 6 and was arrested on July 9—he faces charges of third-degree grand larceny, fifth-degree conspiracy and first-degree scheme to defraud. Spotlight News
- ➤ The Albany County Sheriff’s Office investigated an alleged shooting in Rensselaerville near State Route 85 and County Route 6 on Sunday morning when a driver was shot in the arm after multiple AR-15 rounds hit their car — the victim is in stable condition at Albany Medical Center as the suspect’s car fled. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ An Albany man, Galen Cutro-Kelly, was arrested on July 15 after a traffic stop showed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant from a February trespassing case in Bethlehem and is now held in jail for bail jumping—he is set to return to Bethlehem Town Court on Aug. 19. Spotlight News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Aug 10, residents enjoyed Caribbean culture at the festival at Jennings Landing when immigrant-run businesses and artists showcased lively performances — food vendors served traditional dishes while performers on stilts entertained the crowd. Times Union
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albany’s Community Police Review Board faces a crisis as members claim its independence is at risk following its transition under Common Council oversight and a program director whose actions have sparked deep disputes; the board has 137 open complaints and now considers legal action amid ongoing staffing and spending conflicts—raising concerns over its ability to manage investigations. Times Union
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Albany Academy is shifting nearly all of its athletic programs to the prep school level as the boys' basketball team now joins football, hockey and boys' lacrosse to compete in NEPSAC starting this winter—while the school plans to shift additional boys' and girls' sports later and keep some teams in Section II competitions. Times Union
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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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Bulldog Courage Concert
4-6 p.m. — Empire Live — Prices vary — Experience an exciting live performance featuring Bulldog Courage and Death Before Dishonor.
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