Good morning, Albany.

Cadet Pfc. Delaney Galuski organized the Calling All Heroes 9/11 tribute in Troy after a class trip to the 9/11 Memorial reminded him of a significant family name — his effort aims to honor heroes and unite locals around remembrance.

The Bethlehem Chamber is seeking nominees for its 2026 Celebration of Excellence Awards to honor outstanding local businesses and nonprofits.

Submit nominations following the chamber’s guidelines to recognize excellence in our community.

Albany firefighters quickly contained an outdoor fire involving a machine and a large mulch pile near the Port of Albany by responding just before 5 p.m. at 101 Normanskill St between Keane Street and Dunham Drive and had the blaze under control by 5:25 p.m. (no injuries reported).

Savoy Taproom on Lark Street has named former team member Francesco Losauro as its new executive chef—returning more than a decade after his first run—to lead the dinner menu and seasonal specials.

Losauro, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, brings local restaurant experience to the kitchen.

St. George Greek Orthodox Church will host its 50th Annual Greek Festival from Sept.

11 to Sept. 13 at the Hellenic Center (510 Liberty St) in Schenectady. The free event will feature live music, folk dancing, Greek food and a 9/11 memorial service on Friday at 9:45 a.m.

As students and families prepare for school in Albany today, parents are urged to review IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and 504 plans to ensure their child gets proper support and protection from bullying, discipline, and delayed record access.

Legal expert Greg Rinckey advises scheduling meetings with school counselors if additional services are needed.

Hoosick Falls police warned that two puppies died and seven other dogs were taken from a home near Center and 5th Streets due to a parvovirus outbreak.

Officials urge local dog owners to vaccinate their pets and to get a vet visit quickly if symptoms (lethargy, diarrhea, or vomiting) appear.

UAlbany soccer heads into a busy week in Albany with the men’s team playing Siena today at 6:30 p.m. at Tom and Mary Casey Stadium (Capital Region Derby) while the women’s squad will host Stony Brook on Sunday at the same field.