Memorial Day became a federal holiday in 1971. Here is a look at how Americans have celebrated through the years while also honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Kane Brown Back in Albany!
A lot has changed in the life of country star Kane Brown. When he first arrived on the music scene about 10 years ago, he was a struggling artist with a dream, love for country music, and an English bulldog named Rambo, which he brought on tour.
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GNA Hotshots: Fan Pics from Kane Brown in Albany
As summer approaches, the country concert season is starting to sizzle. And on a warm Thursday night in Albany, Ashley Cook, Mitchell Tenpenny, and headliner Kane Brown cooked up one heckuva show for Capital Region country music fans...
Have You Ever Seen a Moose in New York?
While not impossible, a moose sighting in Upstate New York can be rare.
But ask anyone who has seen one, and they'll probably say it was one of the more breathtaking experiences of their life.
A local woman was in the right place at the right time (her backyard) to capture this super cute interaction between a deer fawn and a moose calf frolicking in Edinbur
Far too often, the videos we see involving police officers are tense, confrontational, violent, and for some people, hard to watch.
This is NOT one of them.
A special police escort in the City of Albany was caught on tape. The video shows a rather heartwarming moment as an Albany Police Officer gives a police escort to a mama duck and her ducklings at a busy intersection in Downtown Albany.
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Food Court Capers
State Police in New York are trying to identify the woman in the photo. They say she climbed over the counters of multiple eateries in an Upstate New York mall to steal money from the tip jar and cash register, and even helped herself to a slushy...
Animals Rescued from Hoarding Home in Cobleskill
A dedicated team of vets and State Police rescued over 50 animals living in "deplorable" conditions in Schoharie County earlier this week.
During the eight-hour mission in the pouring rain, they removed dogs, cats, ferrets, birds, chickens, roosters, and rabbits from a home in Cobleskill. Tha...
Do you know anyone who is fascinated by reptiles? While most of us shudder at the thought of holding a slithery snake or placing a large hairy spider on our shoulder, others can't get enough.
But that's part of the mystery and curiosity of lizards, dinosaurs, crocodiles, turtles, and snakes—all of whom belong to the ancient and stout class of animals known as reptiles.
The ...
Sad news to report about a missing Catskill man with Capital Region ties.
Police in Upstate New York say they found the body of a 31-year-old male, who had recently been reported missing, in a creek in the Catskills.
Ian J. Shaham Found Dead
The New York State Police say that on Saturday, May 3rd, troopers from State Police Catskill received a report of a missing individual named Ian J...
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Core Memory Unlocked in New Netflix Series
A core memory for many of us in the Capital Region was unlocked recently when a legendary landmark was referenced in the new Netflix series Four Seasons, starring Tina Fey, Will Forte, and Steve Carell...
Am I the Only One?
I can't help it, even 20 years later, every time I see a yellow Jeep, I immediately think of Chris Porco, the Delmar native convicted of using an axe to bludgeon his father to death while severely wounding and disfiguring his mom...
Americade Riders: Welcome to the Lake George Region!
Americade is returning to Lake George for its 42nd year to kick off the summer, and here's what you need to know if you're making the trek here to Upstate New York.
For over 40 years, bike enthusiasts have made their way to the Adirondack region of Upstate New York for an annual tradition recognized as one of the biggest in the country...
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A massive fire ripped through a historic building in Gloversville on Tuesday night, destroying and collapsing the structure that had stood in downtown for over 100 years.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law...
GNA Sells Out Proctors for Secret Star
Thank you, GNAtion, for selling out Proctors in Schenectady and making our 21st Secret Star Acoustic Jam another memorable night.
Every Secret Star Acoustic Jam show takes on a life of its own in this very informal setting...
No More Mint Cookie Crumble
Most of us in Upstate New York have a strong connection, albeit nostalgic or otherwise, to one or more of the Capital Region's Stewart's Shops.
And when they make a change to something like their award-winning ice cream, especially when the weather starts to get a bit nicer, people take notice...
Lineup Announced for Upstate Comedy Fest
Get ready for big stars and even bigger laughs as two legends in the comedy industry are set to headline the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Upstate New York this summer.
This week, the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, announced the lineup for the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, taking place from August 7th to 10th at Northwest Are
It’s that time of year when bears emerge from hibernation and start to appear throughout Massachusetts. The good news is that if you follow proper safety tips, the chances of encountering a bear and being harmed are very low.
Police in Upstate New York say a 16-year-old Amsterdam girl has been missing since Monday, and hope that someone may be able to step forward with information about her whereabouts.
"Let’s work together to bring Jarelys home safely." Montgome...
Police in Upstate New York say they arrested three people on Monday who, while working together, bought and paid for a bunch of items at a local Walmart using counterfeit money.
Fake Money Ringleaders Arrested
According to the police report, the three individuals arrested were Dynasty J...
On Monday evening, police released information about the disappearance of a woman last seen about 80 miles south of Albany on Easter Sunday. According to the police report, she was last seen in the area of Camelot Road in Poughkeepsie on Sunday at around 3:30 PM.
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Badly Abused Dog Gets Heartwarming Visit
Thank you to the men and women of the Schenectady Police Department who rescued this sweet girl, and to the Humane Society that continues to care for her and advocate on her behalf for justice.
The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society posted a sweet update on Lavender, the underweight dog who was found in early April with severe wounds to her face, and an ear that
The Missing Teen was Last Seen in March
New York State Police announced on Thursday that they're attempting to locate a 16-year-old girl who was last seen about a month ago.
The New York State Police are attempting to locate 16-year-old Evelyn R
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Rainbow Shack just recently posted on their Facebook page they will be opening real soon for the 2025 season as they are already stocking up on your favorite ice cream flavors.
20 Small College Towns Nominated
Saratoga Springs was recently nominated by USA Today in its annual survey of the country's Top Small College Towns.
In all, USA Today nominated 20 college towns across the country in cities with less than 50,000 population that possess "fun, youthful vibes, unexpected dining and shopping options, and plenty of cultural offerings...
Turkey Takeover in Albany County
An amusing video shows what appears to be an aggressive turkey chasing down and pecking at cars making their way through Corporate Woods, a professional business complex in Albany that houses dozens of high-profile office buildings.
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Wanted Man: Considered Armed and Dangerous
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of a man with ties to Upstate New York. Be warned, the FBI says he should be considered armed and dangerous.
The FBI...