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Albany
Monday, September 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds attended the third annual Special Needs and Disabilities Expo in Albany where over 50 local organizations provided resources in a sensory-safe environment—organizers stressed that the event helped families connect with vital services and offered free medical rides, with plans for a larger expo next year. WRGB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire on Sixth Avenue in Troy displaced seven people, and volunteers provided financial help for shelter, food, and clothing while investigators probed the cause. NewsChannel 13
- ➤ An early morning fire in Troy left seven residents displaced and firefighters rescued three cats from a home near 6th Ave and 103rd St—no injuries were reported as the building was heavily damaged, the American Red Cross helped the displaced, and the investigation continued. WRGB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reptile enthusiasts visited the Capital District Reptile Expo at Albany Capital Center on Sunday to see lizards, snakes, and other exotic pets. More than 180 vendors filled over 80,000 square feet and the expo will return next May—offering an even larger variety of species and care items. WRGB
- ➤ Tom Dittus in Lake George owns a fleet of three Ford Country Squire station wagons styled like the Family Truckster from National Lampoon's Vacation — he has added custom plates like GRZWOLD and ANT EDNA and drives the cars to events where they attract many fans. He built the fleet as a creative tribute to the movie that still brings smiles to viewers today. Times Union
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The town of Hunter declared a state of emergency amid severe drought conditions and increased wildfire risks just after midnight on Sunday—Town Supervisor Sean Mahoney said the order bans outdoor burning except for food cooking and will remain until October 21. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation warns residents that warm, dry weather has raised wildfire risk across the state with many areas at high or moderate danger. Several towns in the Catskills and Hudson Valley have enacted temporary burn bans—officials urge residents to fully extinguish campfires and follow safety steps to prevent wildfires. WRGB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Albany VA Stratton Medical Center and the Village of Colonie are partnering to host the Stand Down for Veterans event on Saturday, October 4th at 3 Thunder Road in Colonie—this event will offer key services such as medical, dental, legal, and housing assistance to veterans at risk of homelessness. WRGB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Great Danes scored first at Gladchuk Field Hockey Complex— but the #12 UMass Minutewomen outshot them and scored the game-winning goal late in the final quarter to win 2—1 on Sunday. UAlbany will open the conference season against Maine on October 3. University at Albany
- ➤ UAlbany women’s soccer lost 1 to 0 to Maine on Senior Day at Bob Ford Field and Mary Casey Stadium in Albany. Maine scored early in the first half and the Great Danes will play NJIT Sunday, September 28, at 1:00 p.m.—hoping to improve their conference record. University at Albany
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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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