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Albany
Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rowan, a new store founded by a mother and run by women, held its grand opening yesterday at Stuyvesant Plaza in Guilderland and offered safe ear piercings along with discounts on non-piercing jewelry for college students while donating part of its proceeds to support families with craniofacial conditions. WRGB
- ➤ Starbucks closed its Albany store at 563 New Scotland Ave. after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday as part of a nationwide plan to cut costs—employees were reassigned or offered severance after the shop opened less than one year ago. Times Union
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Watervliet City Council has proposed a Halloween curfew that would restrict unsupervised minors from public places after 10 p.m. on October 30 and 31 — the proposal, meant to curb noise and safety issues from late trick-or-treating, will be discussed at a council meeting on Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Watervliet Senior Citizen Center. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Albany native Kewsong Lee is backing a $500 million proposal to build a 7,500-seat soccer stadium and 1,000 apartments in the Liberty Park area if about $100 million in state funds is approved. Skeptics doubt the stadium plan while backers say it will fill a gap in local professional sports. Times Union
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Firefighter’s Association of New York shared safety tips to help keep students safe in dorms and homes as classes resume. John D’Alessandro urged residents to check smoke detectors, plan exit routes, and avoid leaving candles unattended — advice that supports safer practices as the school year begins. WRGB
- ➤ The Albany NAACP hosted the Thriving Together community health fair Saturday at the Albany Housing Authority to offer free check-ups and advice on high blood pressure, juvenile diabetes, and Alzheimer’s—helping residents access life-saving care and learn healthy living habits. WRGB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University at Albany men's soccer team drew 1–1 with NJIT Saturday night at Tom and Mary Casey Stadium in Albany — Roko Branko Mrvelj scored the first goal and Caio Carrara tied the game later. The team will face the New Hampshire Wildcats on October 4 in Durham at 7:00 p.m. University at Albany
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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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NORTHEAST Regional Campus Activities Conference 2025
Oct 3-5 — Hilton Albany — Membership and Delegate Pass required — Engage in educational sessions and showcases for student and professional development.
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Albany Skelly Run
12:00 AM — 123 S Main Ave, Albany, NY — Tickets on sale now — Get ready for a spooky fun run filled with Halloween surprises and an after-party extravaganza.
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Sir Chloe Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Empire Live — Tickets from $26 — Experience an electrifying performance by Sir Chloe at a vibrant local venue.
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