These ex-Albany Metro area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, April 11.

In 2024, Medicaid payments for COVID-specific services in Schenectady reached at least $8,180, making up less than 0.1% of all local Medicaid claims tied to virus-designated HCPCS codes.

Mayor Carmella R. Mantello has announced a neighborhood meeting set for April 28 regarding significant upgrades coming to Frear Park. Planned changes include new playgrounds, sports courts, improved parking facilities, trail enhancements—and opportunities for public input.

These ex-Albany Metro area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Friday, April 10.

Mayor Carmella R. Mantello has launched Operation Refresh 2026 as part of Troy’s annual effort to enhance neighborhood cleanliness ahead of springtime activities. The initiative includes street sweeping beginning April 13th as well as opportunities for residents’ involvement during Earth…

The lowest price for a gallon of diesel gas in Schenectady County during the week ending Mar. 28 was $4.99, according to customer reports to GasBuddy.

Congressman Paul Tonko posted on April 7-8 about calling for President Trump’s impeachment and advocating against closing a local VA clinic in Schenectady.

Buffalo Police Officer Lance Woods has been indicted and arraigned on second-degree murder charges following an alleged fatal shooting involving his wife. The case will proceed with further court appearances scheduled for May. Authorities stress that all defendants are presumed…

The Office of Special Investigation is looking into Lucien Colon’s death after an NYPD encounter in the Bronx. Preliminary details indicate police fired when Colon allegedly raised what appeared to be a gun. The Attorney General’s office will conduct further…

Drivers in Albany County reported a weekly low of $4.79 per gallon for diesel gas in the week ending Mar. 28.

Attorney General Letitia James has released security camera footage related to an ongoing investigation into Carl Slone’s death following an incident with an off-duty sheriff’s deputy in Buffalo. The move aims at increasing transparency during such investigations.

NYSPHSAA has named its Winter 2026 Scholar-Athlete teams and honored over forty thousand students for academic achievement. More than eighty percent of member schools participated in recognizing students who balanced academics with athletics.

These former Albany Metro area high school athletes are set to compete on Wednesday, April 8.

On April 6, 2026, Congressman Paul Tonko addressed both foreign policy concerns regarding President Trump’s stance on Iran and celebrated local achievement by welcoming Nobel laureate Dr. Omar Yaghi back to upstate New York.

Attorney General Letitia James has warned New Yorkers about rising investment scams found on Meta platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The alert describes common scam tactics using deepfakes and unauthorized celebrity images while offering tips for avoiding fraud. Residents are…

The New York State Education Department has opened applications for its 2026 Empire State Arts Scholarship Program aimed at helping high-need students join summer arts programs statewide. Awards up to $2,000 will support tuition costs so more young artists can…

The cheapest reported price for a gallon of regular gas in Schenectady County came in at $3.39 during the week ending Mar. 28.

Drivers in Albany County reported a weekly low of $3.65 per gallon for regular gas in the week ending Mar. 28.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has warned residents about increasing investment scams on Meta-owned platforms using deceptive ads and deepfakes. She urges vigilance against pump-and-dump schemes, confidence scams, and fake cryptocurrency offers promoted via Facebook, Instagram, or WhatsApp.

These former Albany Metro area high school athletes will take part in events on Tuesday, April 7.