Good morning, Albany.

Today, Albany families received free supplies, warm meals, haircuts, and manicures from two back-to-school events on Quail Street and by McCall Institute; the events were led by Culture Center founder Allie Williams and Barber Lounge owner Kevin George + 3rd Ward Councilmember Arthur Lumpkin attended both.

Alaturco Gyro held a fundraiser Sunday to honor 7-year-old Harbe Nagi and raise funds for autism support.

Proceeds from the special Harbe Nagi sandwich benefit Saratoga Bridges Autism Support.

Spotted lanternflies have been found near Albany as they spread up the Hudson Valley, and experts warn residents to be alert (watching for early signs and taking preventive measures) as the pests approach.

UAlbany men's soccer won 3-0 over Colgate at Tom and Mary Casey Stadium Sunday night (Yuta Kimata, Rodrigo Hermelo, and Alexander Clive scored while the team kept a clean sheet).

The squad will face Dartmouth Friday at 7:00 p.m.

UAlbany field hockey beat Boston College 4-3 on Sunday at Alumni Turf in Albany after two late goals from Quinty Reumer & teammates; the win sets up four road games beginning Sept.

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The UAlbany Great Danes lost a five-set match to Army, 3+2, at Christl Arena in West Point Sunday afternoon.

The team will head to Ithaca Friday, Sept. 4 for the Cornell Invitational, where they will play Syracuse.