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Photos: SUNY Schenectady graduation Thursday

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SCHENECTADY - The class of 2025 graduated during SUNY Schenectady's 55th commencement at SUNY Schenectady's School of Music Parking Area on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Read MorePhotos: SUNY Schenectady graduation Thursday

Broadalbin-Perth science research students sink fish cribs into Great Sacandaga Lake

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BROADALBIN – As part of Brian Henry’s science research class, students at Broadalbin-Perth Junior/Senior High School get plenty of hands-on experience. Read MoreBroadalbin-Perth science research students sink fish cribs into Great Sacandaga Lake

Market 32, Price Chopper join DoorDash - Bite-Sized

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Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreMarket 32, Price Chopper join DoorDash - Bite-Sized

Schenectady's Music Haven lineup announced, to kick off with Red Baraat

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SCHENECTADY — In its 35th season Music Haven will continue to travel the globe, kicking off with a Punjabi party band and wrapping up with a global jazz ensemble. Read MoreSchenectady's Music Haven lineup announced, to kick off with Red Baraat

Troopers: Saratoga County real estate broker charged with forgery

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HALFMOON - A Mechanicville realtor has been arrested, accused of forging a document related to a real estate transaction in Halfmoon, New York State Police said this week. Read MoreTroopers: Saratoga County real estate broker charged with forgery

A first: No-fly zone for Belmont Festival at Saratoga Springs

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — For the first time in the city of Saratoga Springs’ history, a no-fly zone will be enacted next month. Read MoreA first: No-fly zone for Belmont Festival at Saratoga Springs

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A first: No-fly zone for Belmont Festival at Saratoga Springs

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — For the first time in the city of Saratoga Springs’ history, a no-fly zone will be enacted next month. Read MoreA first: No-fly zone for Belmont Festival at Saratoga Springs

Photos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

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CLIFTON PARK - Niskayuna girls' lacrosse took on Shenendehowa Wednesday, May 22, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

'It's never too late': SUNY Schenectady grad shares experience ahead of commencement

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ALBANY — Rossiluz Caceres had a message Wednesday. Read More'It's never too late': SUNY Schenectady grad shares experience ahead of commencement

Film Schenectady to host June Sci:Fi film fest

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Schenectady is set to host the inaugural Sci:Fi film festival this summer — a nod to the city’s contribution to technology. Read MoreFilm Schenectady to host June Sci:Fi film fest

Photos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

May 21, 2025

SCOTIA - The Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day parade took place on Mohawk Avenue in Scotia Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

Scotia-Glenville to discuss path forward after failed budget vote

May 21, 2025

SCOTIA-GLENVILLE — Voter turnout jumped more than 96% in this week's Scotia-Glenville school budget vote compared with 2024, but the proposed $67.1 million spending plan still failed to garner… Read MoreScotia-Glenville to discuss path forward after failed budget vote

Local Events

Bite-Sized - A spotlight on local food and restaurant news

Market 32, Price Chopper join DoorDash - Bite-Sized

6 hrs ago

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreMarket 32, Price Chopper join DoorDash - Bite-Sized

New Jersey Mike's Subs to open in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

May 21, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreNew Jersey Mike's Subs to open in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

Robb's Topp Doggs to open in Rotterdam's Via Port - Bite-Sized

May 16, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreRobb's Topp Doggs to open in Rotterdam's Via Port - Bite-Sized

Cardona's Market to celebrate 80 years - Bite-Sized

May 14, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreCardona's Market to celebrate 80 years - Bite-Sized

Photos: Cardona's Market, Saratoga Springs 2024

May 14, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS - From July 2024, Cardona's Market celebrating its reopening after a renovation project in Saratoga Springs. Read MorePhotos: Cardona's Market, Saratoga Springs 2024

New bakery Pretty Bake Shop at Via Port in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

May 13, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreNew bakery Pretty Bake Shop at Via Port in Rotterdam - Bite-Sized

Restaurant owners advocate for credit card fee bill - Bite-Sized

May 7, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreRestaurant owners advocate for credit card fee bill - Bite-Sized

Clifton Park's Ravenswood on the market - Bite-Sized

May 5, 2025

CLIFTON PARK — The popular Route 146 restaurant Ravenswood Pub is on the market. Read MoreClifton Park's Ravenswood on the market - Bite-Sized

Market 32 and Price Chopper raising funds for food banks - Bite-Sized

May 2, 2025

SCHENECTADY — This month and next, Market 32 and Price Chopper are collecting donations to help provide local food banks with the means to purchase milk and other staples for families facing f… Read MoreMarket 32 and Price Chopper raising funds for food banks - Bite-Sized

Albany's Nine Pin Ciderworks to host Wild Cider Cup - Bite-Sized

May 2, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreAlbany's Nine Pin Ciderworks to host Wild Cider Cup - Bite-Sized

Stewart's Shops renames Mint Cookie Crumble for Belmont - Bite-Sized

Apr 30, 2025

Bite-Sized is a regular feature highlighting local food festivals, special events, menu changes, restaurant news and more. Let’s dig in. Read MoreStewart's Shops renames Mint Cookie Crumble for Belmont - Bite-Sized

MasterChef Live! to head to Schenectady - Bite-Sized

Apr 30, 2025

SCHENECTADY — MasterChef All-Stars Live!, a new stage show featuring winners and fan favorites from the FOX competition series, “MasterChef,” will head to Proctors in September. Read MoreMasterChef Live! to head to Schenectady - Bite-Sized

Sports

Foglia, Moore lead Holy Trinity past Broadalbin-Perth for Section 2 Class C flag football title

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TROY — Opponents have come to not enjoy seeing Catholic Central’s Kristen Foglia on a basketball court. Read MoreFoglia, Moore lead Holy Trinity past Broadalbin-Perth for Section 2 Class C flag football title

Lescault, Kline combine for 15 goals as Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake girls' lacrosse wins semifinal — Thursday's Section 2 scores

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Maggie Lescault scored eight goals and assisted on four, and Rylie Kline scored seven and assisted on two as Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake defeated Glens Falls 22-11 in the semifinals of the Secti… Read MoreLescault, Kline combine for 15 goals as Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake girls' lacrosse wins semifinal — Thursday's Section 2 scores

Saratoga Springs boys' lacrosse edges La Salle 6-5 — Thursday's Section 2 scores

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Jude Hamilton-Jones scored two goals as Saratoga Springs squeaked past La Salle 6-5 in a non-league game. Read MoreSaratoga Springs boys' lacrosse edges La Salle 6-5 — Thursday's Section 2 scores

Mechanicville baseball rides big fifth inning to beat Johnstown 8-2 — Thursday's Section 2 tournament scores

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No. 7 seed Mechanicville defeated No. 10 Johnstown 8-2 in the Section 2 Class B baseball tournament Thursday, as AJ Messercola pitched a three-hitter with 11 strikeouts. Read MoreMechanicville baseball rides big fifth inning to beat Johnstown 8-2 — Thursday's Section 2 tournament scores

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Photos: SUNY Schenectady graduation Thursday

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Broadalbin-Perth science research students sink fish cribs into Great Sacandaga Lake

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Photos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

11 hrs ago

CLIFTON PARK - Niskayuna girls' lacrosse took on Shenendehowa Wednesday, May 22, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

Saratoga Springs boys' lacrosse edges La Salle 6-5 — Thursday's Section 2 scores

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Jude Hamilton-Jones scored two goals as Saratoga Springs squeaked past La Salle 6-5 in a non-league game. Read MoreSaratoga Springs boys' lacrosse edges La Salle 6-5 — Thursday's Section 2 scores

Mechanicville baseball rides big fifth inning to beat Johnstown 8-2 — Thursday's Section 2 tournament scores

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Photos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

May 21, 2025

SCOTIA - The Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day parade took place on Mohawk Avenue in Scotia Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

Niskayuna edges Shenendehowa to reach Section 2 Class A girls' lacrosse tournament final

May 21, 2025

CLIFTON PARK — This reminder that athletics are an extension of the classroom is brought to you by the Niskayuna girls’ lacrosse team. Read MoreNiskayuna edges Shenendehowa to reach Section 2 Class A girls' lacrosse tournament final

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The Leader-Herald

DA: Three sentenced in Gloversville porch explosions

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JOHNSTOWN — Each of the three people charged in connection with last year's Gloversville porch explosions has been sentenced to at least 10 years in prison, Fulton County District Attorney's o… Read MoreDA: Three sentenced in Gloversville porch explosions

Foglia, Moore lead Holy Trinity past Broadalbin-Perth for Section 2 Class C flag football title

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FD: Resident, pets rescued from burning Gloversville building

May 21, 2025

GLOVERSVILLE — One person and several pets were rescued by firefighters from a burning downtown Gloversville building on Wednesday, fire officials said. Read MoreFD: Resident, pets rescued from burning Gloversville building

Johnstown Board of Education appoints Koster as new superintendent

May 21, 2025

JOHNSTOWN — The Greater Johnstown School District Board of Education appointed current Assistant Superintendent Alicia Koster as the district's next superintendent during a meeting Wednesday night. Read MoreJohnstown Board of Education appoints Koster as new superintendent

The Recorder

Amsterdam demolishes collapsing building of Lower Mill complex

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AMSTERDAM — The emergency demolition of a crumbling former carpet mill on Elk Street got underway on Wednesday. Read MoreAmsterdam demolishes collapsing building of Lower Mill complex

Amsterdam seeking bids for vegetation control on city-owned properties

May 21, 2025

AMSTERDAM — Bids are being sought to control vegetation on city-owned properties divided into four zones after a pilot project targeting pre-season cleanups of over 100 unkempt sites across Am… Read MoreAmsterdam seeking bids for vegetation control on city-owned properties

Amsterdam school budget passed, board VP ousted

May 20, 2025

The Greater Amsterdam School District’s $104,680,842 budget for the 2025-26 school year passed with 418 votes in favor and 146 against. The tax levy will stay flat, while spending increases by 7.97%. Read MoreAmsterdam school budget passed, board VP ousted

Amsterdam city budget process progressing under condensed timeline

May 20, 2025

AMSTERDAM — The Amsterdam Common Council has a condensed timeline to complete its city budget review and adopt the spending plan before the looming city charter deadline. Read MoreAmsterdam city budget process progressing under condensed timeline

Galleries & Videos

Photos: SUNY Schenectady graduation 2025 (44)

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Photos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

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CLIFTON PARK - Niskayuna girls' lacrosse took on Shenendehowa Wednesday, May 22, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Niskayuna at Shenendehowa girls' lacrosse playoffs

Photos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

May 21, 2025

SCOTIA - The Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day parade took place on Mohawk Avenue in Scotia Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Scotia-Glenville Memorial Day Parade 2025 (23)

Photos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

May 21, 2025

BALLSTON SPA - From Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa Read MorePhotos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

Photos: Construction at Glenville's Airport Business Park

May 20, 2025

GLENVILLE - Construction underway at 20 and 22 Airport Road in Glenville for P1 Industries. A 65,000 square-foot manufacturing plant and a 25,000-square foot headquarters in Glenville, Sunday,… Read MorePhotos: Construction at Glenville's Airport Business Park

Photos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

May 20, 2025

MOREAU - Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in Moreau. Read MorePhotos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

Photos: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake flag football vs. Troy

May 20, 2025

BURNT HILLS - Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake flag football took on Troy in the Section 2 girls' flag football playoffs at Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School Monday, May 19, 2025. BHBL won 18-12. Read MorePhotos: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake flag football vs. Troy

Photos: Niskayuna girls' lacrosse vs. Guilderland

May 20, 2025

NISKAYUNA - Niskayuna girls' lacrosse took on Guilderland Monday in the Section 2, Class A girls' lacrosse quarterfinal. Read MorePhotos: Niskayuna girls' lacrosse vs. Guilderland

Photos: Hooks and Heroes fishing derby, Glenville

May 19, 2025

GLENVILLE - The 8th annual Hooks and Heroes Fishing Derby at Indian Kill Preserve in Glenville Saturday, May 17, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Hooks and Heroes fishing derby, Glenville

Scrapbook: Schenectady from 1986 and 1987

May 19, 2025

SCRAPBOOK - Today's Cap Scrap is all aboard with pictures from 1986 and 1987. Read MoreScrapbook: Schenectady from 1986 and 1987

Photos: St. George's Patron Saint Day celebration in Schenectady

May 19, 2025

SCHENECTADY - The annual St. George's Episcopal Church Patron Saint Day celebration in The Stockade Sunday, May 18, 2025. Read MorePhotos: St. George's Patron Saint Day celebration in Schenectady

Photos: Caffe Lena Sing in the Streets festival in Saratoga Springs

May 19, 2025

SARATOGA SPRINGS - The Caffe Lena Sing in the Streets festival, Sunday, May 18, 2025. Read MorePhotos: Caffe Lena Sing in the Streets festival in Saratoga Springs

Nippertown

Rising star guitarist Carolyn Wonderland special guest at Woodstock Midnight Ramble

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“I love The Band. I love Levon Helm. I love all things Band, pretty much,” said Carolyn Wonderland, who will be special guest Sunday at the Levon Helm Studios Presents: The Helm Family Midnight Ramble — night two of Helm's birthday weekend at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock. Read MoreRising star guitarist Carolyn Wonderland special guest at Woodstock Midnight Ramble

Schenectady's Music Haven lineup announced, to kick off with Red Baraat

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Carolyn Wonderland to play Caffe Lena on June 5

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Although known mostly for its folk offerings, Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs will host the blues-stomping, riff-wielding Carolyn Wonderland on June 5. Read MoreCarolyn Wonderland to play Caffe Lena on June 5

Albany poet Matthew Klane shifts to songwriting - Upstate Beat

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Local writer Matthew Klane recently found unexpected musical inspiration in a decades-old acoustic guitar once owned by his mother. Read MoreAlbany poet Matthew Klane shifts to songwriting - Upstate Beat

Life & Arts

Photos: SUNY Schenectady graduation Thursday

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Annual Broadalbin Breadalbane Gathering & Games set for this weekend

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BROADALBIN – The annual Breadalbane Gathering and Games, hosted by the Great Sacandaga Brewing Co., are scheduled to take place Saturday at noon. Read MoreAnnual Broadalbin Breadalbane Gathering & Games set for this weekend

Schenectady's Music Haven lineup announced, to kick off with Red Baraat

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Film Schenectady to host June Sci:Fi film fest

13 hrs ago

Schenectady is set to host the inaugural Sci:Fi film festival this summer — a nod to the city’s contribution to technology. Read MoreFilm Schenectady to host June Sci:Fi film fest

Food & Drink

Review: Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa offers tasty beers, gourmet pizza – Pint-Sized

May 21, 2025

Walking into the second-floor main bar right away, you get a feel that you're in an inviting space occupied by a friendly crowd. Behind the bar are Maddie and Maddie, two of the regular bartenders. They joke and laugh with their regulars and add to the scene. I introduced myself and asked a … Read MoreReview: Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa offers tasty beers, gourmet pizza – Pint-Sized

Photos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

May 21, 2025

BALLSTON SPA - From Speckled Pig Brewing in Ballston Spa Read MorePhotos: Speckled Pig Brewing, Ballston Spa

Review: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau, great setting, tasty brews - Pint-Sized

May 20, 2025

Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in the northern Saratoga County town of Moreau is a 25-minute drive from downtown Saratoga Springs — but it’s a different world in terms of relaxed lifestyle and pace. Read MoreReview: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau, great setting, tasty brews - Pint-Sized

Photos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

May 20, 2025

MOREAU - Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in Moreau. Read MorePhotos: Dancing Grain Farm Brewery, Moreau

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Opinion

HIGH NOTES: Gifts for vulnerable kids, help for nonprofits, instruments for students

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In Albany, The Christ Child Society of Albany is supporting area children by delivering layettes for newborns, comfort bags and books for children throughout the Albany Diocese, as far north a… Read MoreHIGH NOTES: Gifts for vulnerable kids, help for nonprofits, instruments for students

EDITORIAL: Learn ethics or let someone else serve

May 21, 2025

We wouldn’t need ethics laws if government officials just avoided situations that obviously represent a conflict of interest. Read MoreEDITORIAL: Learn ethics or let someone else serve

EDITORIAL: Recess is not a luxury. We need to bring it back

May 20, 2025

There used to be a character on Saturday Night Live played by Dana Carvey called the “Grumpy Old Man.” Read MoreEDITORIAL: Recess is not a luxury. We need to bring it back

GUEST COLUMN: State must step up for St. Clare’s pensioners, abuse survivors

May 20, 2025

For Gazette Opinion Read MoreGUEST COLUMN: State must step up for St. Clare’s pensioners, abuse survivors

EDITORIAL: For safety of all, ensure barriers are visible - Schenectady

May 19, 2025

A 17-year-old girl lost her life last Friday night while riding a dirt bike in Schenectady’s Central Park. Police said she had apparently struck a chain that was stretched across pavement sepa… Read MoreEDITORIAL: For safety of all, ensure barriers are visible - Schenectady