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NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 18m

It’s been 13 years since the Lansingburgh football team has experienced a winning streak like the one it’s currently in the midst of. Jeff Pasinella’s bunch picked up a fifth straight victory Friday night, shutting out Chatham/Ichabod Crane, 21-0.

Lansingburgh pitches shutout against Chatham/Ichabod Crane

It’s been 13 years since the Lansingburgh football team has experienced a winning streak like the one it’s currently in the midst of.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 48m

Union College's new president, Elizabeth Kiss, is the first ever woman to lead the school in their over 200 year history.

Union College holds inauguration for new president

Union College celebrated the inauguration of their new president Elizabeth Kiss during a ceremony at the school’s Memorial Chapel on Friday.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 1h

Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton, whose career spanned more than five decades and included iconic roles in “The Godfather,” “Annie Hall” and “Father of the Bride,” has died in California at age 79, according to reports.

Legendary actress Diane Keaton dies at age 79

Keaton had a decades-spanning and award-winning career.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 2h

After a defensive-dominated first half, the Spartans faced a 6-0 halftime deficit at South Glens Falls. Sophomore quarterback Connor Gershen sparked a second-half resurgence, throwing for three touchdowns of 40+ yards, leading Queensbury to a 20-14 win.

Huge second half propels Queensbury to third straight divisional victory

Sophomore quarterback Connor Gershen sparked a second-half resurgence, throwing for three touchdowns of 40+ yards, leading Queensbury to a 20-14 win.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 3h

Niskayuna, ranked eighth in the state for AA, rolled to a 39-13 win over La Salle. Nisky built a 32-0 lead heading into the half, and cruised the rest of the way, improving to 3-0 in league play.

Niskayuna stays unbeaten in league play with win over La Salle

Niskayuna has established itself as the clear top contender in Section 2 Class A, ranked eight in the state. Nothing changed regarding that narrative on Friday night.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 4h

Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello issued a proposed $122 million 2026 budget for the city on Friday night, which featured a push to preserve the city’s credit standing, bolstered funding for Troy Police and the Troy Fire Department, and numerous amenity, quality of life, and infrastructure investments.

Troy issues proposed 2026 budget

The $122 million plan aims to ensure fiscal discipline and modernized, long-term stability for Troy.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 4h

The Glens Falls football team remains unbeaten after a 41-14 win over Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Friday in a rematch of the 2024 Section 2, Class B championship game.

Glens Falls cruises past the Ravens in title game rematch

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Glens Falls football team remains unbeaten after a 41-14 win over Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Friday in a rematch of the 2024 Section 2, Class B championship game…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 5h

Cohoes city officials announced the closure of Manor Avenue between Fourth Street and Berkley Avenue on Saturday.

Manor Avenue closure announced in Cohoes

COHOES, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Cohoes city officials announced a road closure on Manor Avenue on Saturday. The road will be closed between Fourth Street and Berkley Avenue until further notice. Coho…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 5h

The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) men’s hockey team came out firing in its 2025-’26 regular-season opener, but was edged by Miami University (Ohio) Friday night at Houston Field House, 5-3.

RPI men’s hockey drops opener to Miami University

The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) men’s hockey team came out firing in its 2025-’26 regular-season opener, but was edged by Miami University (Ohio) Friday night at Houston Fiel…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 6h

The Brothers orchestrated a game-winning drive – capped by a four-yard touchdown throw from Archie Jones to Gavin Potter – to fend off Shaker and secure a 28-21 victory in the 1st & 10 “Game of the Week”.

CBA wins battle with Shaker thanks to late touchdown

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — For the first time since Week 2, the CBA football team found itself behind on the scoreboard in the fourth quarter; in danger of dropping its first league game of the …

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 7h

Shaker Road Fire Department celebrates 50 years of Fire Explorer program

Shaker Road Fire Department celebrates 50 years of Fire Explorer program

Thursday night was the annual Shaker Road Fire Department’s Open House. Hundreds came out to the festivities to learn more about their Fire Department during Fire Prevention Awareness Week. T…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 7h

A coastal low will send clouds to our skies later today, but rain chances for Saturday remain very low. Rain chances increase at we go through the PM hours of Sunday – but especially overnight into Monday. Drier, cool weather follows this up for the rest of next week.

10/11/2025: Nice Saturday, Some Rain By Monday

A coastal low will send clouds to our skies later today, but rain chances for Saturday remain very low. Rain chances increase at we go through the PM hours of Sunday – but especially overnigh…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 18h

Here are the agencies affected by shutdown layoffs

Here are the agencies affected by shutdown layoffs

The White House on Friday announced it was moving forward with layoffs of federal employees, making good on its threats amid the government shutdown. Multiple agencies have confirmed thei…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 18h

Community invited to share feedback on latest Reimagining I-787 plans

Community invited to share feedback on latest Reimagining I-787 plans

The public is invited to provide feedback on the reimagined I-787 corridor at an open house on Oct. 21.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 18h

Law enforcement in Rensselaer County honors chief deputy's retirement with walkout ceremony

Law enforcement honors chief deputy’s retirement with walkout ceremony

The Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office held a walkout ceremony on Friday to honor the retirement of Chief Deputy Derek Pyle, who has served in law enforcement for 31 years.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 19h

14th annual Lake George Oktoberfest kicks off

14th annual Lake George Oktoberfest kicks off

Lake George, N.Y. (News10) — It’s the fourteenth year of the annual Lake George Oktoberfest, and the festivities are in full swing. People piled in, lining Canada Street for a weekend of comm…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 19h

Dog left in closed Altamont boarding facility reunited with owner

Dog left in closed Altamont facility reunited with owner

A dog that was left in a now-closed animal boarding facility in Altamont is back with its owner.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 20h

Despite dry conditions, Battenkill Valley Outdoors open this weekend

Despite dry conditions, Battenkill Valley Outdoors open this weekend

CAMBRIDGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Despite some recent rainfall, most of the Capital Region is still in a moderate drought and the conditions are even more severe deeper into New England. NEWS10 checked-in…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 20h

FASNY program helps kids learn lifesaving skills

FASNY program helps kids learn lifesaving skills

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The FASNY Museum of Firefighting already teaches thousands of children about fire safety each year. Now, they’re working to make those lessons more inclusive — with a …

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 21h

New York Attorney General Tish James is facing federal charges for alleged bank fraud and making false statements

AG James indicted on federal bank fraud charges

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)—New York Attorney General Tish James is facing federal charges for alleged bank fraud and making false statements. “She is alleged to have purchased a reside…

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 22h

Albany College of Pharmacy is introducing to medical students a new opportunity to accelerate their path to becoming a doctor while also having the chance to study abroad.

New accelerated program in Albany to become a doctor

For the first time, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, also known as ACPHS, is helping students get the opportunity to finish their M-D in six years instead of eight years at Western A…

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Johan Sheridan @jonpaladin.bsky.social · 23h

Data challenges #TaxFlight claims in New York

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 1d

Troy Police Department detectives continued their investigation into the disappearance of Amanda King at Burden Pond on Friday. https://www.news10.com/news/crime/troy-police-investigate-amanda-king-case-at-burden-pond/

Troy police investigate Amanda King case at Burden Pond

Troy Police Department detectives continued their investigation into the disappearance of Amanda King at Burden Pond on Friday.

NEWS10 @news10.bsky.social · 1d

Pioneer Plaza will celebrate the soft opening of a new coffeehouse on Saturday, October 11. https://www.news10.com/community/restaurant-rundown/new-coffee-house-coming-to-pioneer-plaza-in-albany/

New coffee house coming to Pioneer Plaza in Albany

Pioneer Plaza will celebrate the soft opening of a new coffeehouse on Saturday, October 11. From 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.,

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Johan Sheridan @jonpaladin.bsky.social · 1d

Retribution or accountability? New Yorkers respond to indictment of #AttorneyGeneral