Good morning, Albany.

The Saratoga Regional YMCA in Saratoga Springs named its first woman CEO, interim leader Allison D’Antonio, who brings nearly 17 years of experience in Y roles — she will work to expand services after the Glens Falls YMCA acquisition across six local communities.

Maple Ski Ridge will host its 18th Annual Fall Festival on October 11 at 9 a.m., offering a vendor fair, antique car and tractor shows, pumpkin painting plus food trucks, and a silent auction to raise funds for the Schenectady Firefighters Cancer Foundation while charging fees for parking and rides.

A FoodForward grant helped the Cohoes Connect Center expand its food pantry and backpack program by hiring a new staff member and extending service hours.

The center will serve over 30,000 meals this year—up from 12,000 meals in 2024 with a 113% increase in families served.

Yesterday morning, Glendale Home in Glenville was evacuated after a contractor mixing chemicals in the basement caused a spill; emergency crews including the hazmat team ventilated the building—so residents could safely return with the support of a CDTA bus.

New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted by a Virginia grand jury on charges of bank fraud and making false statements—allegedly misusing a mortgage for a Norfolk home by renting it out instead of using it as a secondary residence after an FBI investigation into her real estate transactions.

Little Falls writer Jacopo della Quercia has released a Choose Your Own Adventure book called 'At the Mountains of Madness' that reimagines Lovecraft's horror story for young readers and is available now.

The interactive book lets readers choose their paths+ and may lead to a sequel with a golden ending that Calabria says is the correct ending.

UAlbany’s College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity has been named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National Security Agency – the award will last for the next five years and shows the program is ready to train students in real-world cyber defense tactics.

GE Aerospace partnered with local groups — the University at Albany, NY CREATES, MiSci and local school districts — to launch its Next Engineers program that will prepare 4,000 students aged 13 to 18 for engineering studies over four years; the program will begin in 2026 at the GE Aerospace Research Center in Niskayuna and aims to strengthen the local pipeline of engineering talent.

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, who has not officially declared her run, is narrowing the gap with Governor Kathy Hochul in a recent GrayHouse poll that showed a 5-point difference when both candidates' records were compared—contrasting with a Siena poll that had Hochul leading by 25 points. The conflicting results indicate divided voter views ahead of the 2026 race.

Since the federal shutdown began on October 1, health insurance costs for millions are under pressure as Affordable Care Act tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, potentially raising premiums sharply in counties like Tompkins and Otsego.

Governor Hochul said New York’s Essential Plan may help cushion the impact—without an extension, at least 1.6 million residents could see much higher costs.

A woman from Hoosick Falls battling cancer has used skydiving as therapy to reduce her stress during treatment.

She completed her 50th jump at Skydive Saratoga in Gansevoort with instructor Brock Lowell — saying the free fall helps her forget her illness.

Some Niskayuna homeowners raised concerns about high copper levels from corroded private pipes affecting their tap water, but town officials stressed that water leaving the treatment plant is safe.

A corrosion control study started last month and will take about four months as county and state experts work to determine if adjustments in water treatment are needed.

The University at Albany track and field program announced its 2025–26 schedule—featuring five indoor meets and seven outdoor meets spanning New York and several other states.

The indoor series starts in January with competitions in New York City, Boston, and Ithaca while the outdoor season runs from March through early summer.

Albany Midnight Mile Vampire Run

10 PM – 3 AM — Albany, NY — Tickets on sale now — Experience a thrilling vampire-themed fun run under the moonlight.

Psychedelic Furs Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Palace Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Catch the iconic Psychedelic Furs live in a great local venue.

The EBlock Featuring Glass Pony and Victory Soul Orchestra

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lark Hall — Ticket info not provided — Experience an electrifying night of soul, funk, and rock with some of Albany's best local bands.

Drake White Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $39 — Experience the energetic performance of Drake White at a local favorite venue.

Nate's Playlist Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — The Eleven — Free entry — Experience the debut performance of Nate's Playlist in an inviting local venue.

Stardew Valley - Symphony of Seasons

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Palace Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience a musical journey through the beloved world of Stardew Valley with a live orchestra performance.

Hilltop Halloween Bash

8-9:30 p.m. — Lark Hall — Free entry for early show — Enjoy a night of funk rock with Hilltop and Red Meat Conspiracy at Lark Hall's festive Halloween event.

Day of the Deadbeats Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Lark Hall — Tickets available — Relive the Grateful Dead vibes with an award-winning tribute band delivering a unique musical experience.

From Ashes To New Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Live — Tickets from $46 — Experience the high-energy performance of From Ashes To New in Albany, NY.

Albany Auto Show

3-7 p.m. — MVP Arena — $10 for adults, kids 12 & under free — Discover the latest car models and enjoy family-friendly activities at the Capital Region's premier auto event.