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Albany
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Albany. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 15th annual Regional Food Bank Mac-n-Cheese Bowl took place Saturday in Cohoes and drew 1,200 people to Remsen Street as vendors lined four blocks to serve unique mac and cheese dishes—boosting the food bank’s largest annual fundraiser—while CBS 6 partnered on the Backpack Heroes Telethon that offered free event tickets to donors. WRGB
- ➤ Albany’s Community Engagement Director Maeve McEneny outlined several Halloween events—like a dog costume parade with Yappy Hour and ghost tours—that invite locals to enjoy this spooky season. She explained that these events recall a historic 1904-1905 carnival when the city became an enchanted dreamland. ABC NEWS 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Troy home moved on to the finals of HGTV’s Scariest House in America after last Friday’s show featured ghostly noises and a spooky wooden cage in the 1925 house—details the owners said may help it win a $150,000 makeover. It will now face four other haunted homes when the final episode airs October 24 at 9 p.m. ABC NEWS 10
- ➤ Sculptor Forrest Myers directed the reinstallation of his metal work 'Dice' at Empire State Plaza on Friday near Madison Avenue—he oversaw its restoration, marking one of the few pieces in the collection by a living artist. Times Union
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Colonie Central School District is hosting its first School Bus Rodeo during National School Bus Safety Week—letting people try simulated student pick-up, drop-off, and a railroad crossing—so the district can address a shortage of bus drivers critical to daily school transportation. ABC NEWS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thousands gathered in Albany for the second 'No Kings Day' protest — a large civic display amid a government shutdown and rising healthcare and housing costs — as community leaders and elected officials joined the march. Congressmember Paul Tonko said the protest showed true democracy — critics questioned its impact — as concerns over the shutdown persist. WRGB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday at the CDTA garage in Albany, teams of eight gathered for the Pink Bus Pull to raise funds to fight breast cancer and support the American Cancer Society’s Men Wear Pink campaign—each team pulled a 30,000-pound bus 30 feet as fast as possible. The Albany Fire Department won the contest once again, followed by teams from the Schenectady Police Benevolent Association and CDTA. Times Union
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UAlbany volleyball team beat UMBC 3–1 on Saturday afternoon at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore— the win raised their overall record to 10–9 and America East record to 3–2 with strong plays from key players. University at Albany
- ➤ University at Albany football lost 58-17 to the sixteenth ranked Rhode Island Rams on Homecoming weekend at Casey Stadium in Albany. Jack Shields threw a touchdown pass to Griffin Woodell and Aidan Semo scored a rushing touchdown, leaving the Great Danes with a 1-6 record. University at Albany
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Desperados - A Tribute to the Eagles
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cohoes Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic hits of the Eagles performed by an all-star band of seasoned musicians.
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Albany All Stars Roller Derby Game
6-9 p.m. — Washington Avenue Armory — Ticket information not provided — Experience the thrill of live roller derby action with the Albany All Stars.
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Creed Fisher Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Empire Underground — Ticket info available — Experience an evening of live music with Creed Fisher in Albany.
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