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Albany
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Arc Lexington will host the Lexington Night Out Gala this Friday night at the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts in Gloversville to raise funds for over 1300 people with developmental disabilities in Albany, Fulton and Schoharie counties. The event’s Moroccan-inspired theme—Jewels of the Desert—promises an immersive celebration to support critical services. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Washington Park in Albany is being updated into an inclusive space as officials reconstruct the playground for all ages and launch a traffic pilot program this Fall — the changes include narrowing street entrances to improve child safety. More details will be shared when the construction phases are completed. ABC NEWS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A heat pump showroom opened in the former Freihofer Baking Company building in Albany—at 242 Spruce Street in Sheridan Hollow—and is part of a $6.5-million project by Lucent Building Supply. It will supply high-efficiency Midea heat pumps and start a contractor training series—beginning November 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—to help meet upcoming all-electric requirements. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Stewart’s Shops was named a world-class dairy producer at the 2025 World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin on September 16—winning 17 awards including five first-place finishes in various dairy product categories. ABC NEWS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Car enthusiasts gathered in Colonie on Saturday at the Goldstein Classic Car Show to display classic rides—proceeds from refreshment purchases benefitted the Fisher House at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany. Times Union
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Albany High School’s cosmetology students will host free clinics for city residents aged 55 and up until April 2026—appointments and consultations are needed for some services. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Some Capital Region high schools earned national awards for being inclusive when the Special Olympics of North America named them Unified Champion Schools. Scotia-Glenville, Broadalbin-Perth, Shaker and Lake George Junior-Senior High earned banners for their unified sports programs while Amsterdam High School renewed its award — a sign of strong teamwork — that shows their commitment to inclusion. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Parents are facing new challenges as smartphones are banned during school hours, so they must reset screen time rules when the new school year begins. Digital safety expert Tom Clayton from Aura advises families to discuss app habits and watch for changes in mood or sleep — an important step for children’s well-being. WRGB
- ➤ UAlbany is marking Constitution Day with a week of events that focus on democracy and civic duty, including a student essay contest on the Preamble and a staged reading of Building the Wall scheduled for today at 7 p.m. — additional sessions cover voter registration and discussions on extremist rhetoric later this afternoon. University at Albany
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials in parts of the Capital Region are urging residents to conserve water as a moderate drought in New York and a significant drought in Massachusetts continue—local rivers and groundwater levels are affected by over two months of below-normal rainfall. Several towns, including Great Barrington, Moriah, and Ravena, are enforcing water bans and fines to reduce usage and lower fire risks. ABC NEWS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New York Attorney General released proposed rules under the SAFE for Kids Act that will restrict addictive social media feeds for users under 18 by banning notifications between midnight and 6 a.m. and limiting algorithmic feeds for minors — companies must use an alternative age verification method for adults and the public comment period ends December 1. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Ferry operations at Fort Ticonderoga halted for the season due to low water levels across the Capital Region—unused 2025 tickets will be honored next season. ABC NEWS 10
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Albany is transforming as First Columbia begins a new mixed-use office building on Broadway with modern office space, apartments, and a 5,000-square-foot restaurant. Whiteman Osterman and Hanna LLP will bring over 200 employees together as construction is scheduled to finish in (fall 2027). NewsChannel 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UAlbany volleyball honored Maria Olga Siapani as America East Setter of the Week and Brooke Malek as Defensive Player of the Week after Tuesday’s announcement—both players showed strong performances during recent tournaments. University at Albany
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Auto Recyclers NorthEast Convention & TraceShow
Sep 18-20 — Hilton Albany — Check official website for entry fees — A premier gathering for automotive recycling professionals to network and explore new technologies.
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Peak Live Concert
11:30 p.m. — Lark Hall — Free entry — Experience an energetic Wheel Aftershow with Brooklyn’s psychedelic indie funk quartet PEAK.
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Jade Bird Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — Tickets starting at $36 — Experience the captivating sounds of Jade Bird in Albany.
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Graham Barham Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Tickets from $40 — Catch Graham Barham live in Albany with a range of ticket options.
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ZZ Top Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Palace Theatre — Ticket prices start at $93 — Rock out to legendary tunes from ZZ Top in Albany, NY.
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Upstate New York Pickleball Championship
8 AM – 5 PM — Broadview Center — Check the event page for cost — Compete in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles across various age and skill levels at this inclusive tournament.
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Oktoberfest 5k Albany
10:00 AM — Jennings Landing — Race fee required — Celebrate Oktoberfest in style while supporting local charities.
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Albany Job Fair
9 AM – 4 PM — Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Latham — Free admission — Explore opportunities with 90+ companies hiring in Albany.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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