Tyler A. McNeil
@tyleramcneil.bsky.social
Rensselaer County reporter for The Times Union.
Edward Hendrickson, brother of John Hendrickson and a trustee of his estate, said he was informed Thursday that Todd Interests decided to withdraw its offer to purchase Whitney Park. It is now available again at $125 million. www.adirondackexplorer.org/community-ne...
$125M Whitney Park estate deal falls through in the Adirondacks
$125M deal to buy Adirondacks' vast Whitney Park estate collapsed due to a restriction preventing New York state ownership on any of the land
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November 15, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Edward Hendrickson, brother of John Hendrickson and a trustee of his estate, said he was informed Thursday that Todd Interests decided to withdraw its offer to purchase Whitney Park. It is now available again at $125 million. www.adirondackexplorer.org/community-ne...
"The 1-million-square facility will employ 1,000 people when fully operational. New York has committed up to $35 million in state tax credits to Regeneron. It requires the company to create a certain number of jobs to qualify for the tax break."
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Regeneron to build $2 billion factory in Saratoga County, create 1,000 jobs
Regeneron is building a $2 billion production facility in Saratoga Springs that will allow the Tarrytown drugmaker to double its manufacturing output in the state.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:23 PM
"The 1-million-square facility will employ 1,000 people when fully operational. New York has committed up to $35 million in state tax credits to Regeneron. It requires the company to create a certain number of jobs to qualify for the tax break."
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Currently, there isn't a state law for this. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Rensselaer County leaders call for state residency limits for sex offenders
The call follows concerns expressed by residents after receiving notice that a sex offender lived across the street from an elementary school.
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October 1, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Currently, there isn't a state law for this. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
What a moment. www.timesunion.com/kristi/artic...
Behind the scenes of the Greg Floyd-Lorenz Kraus interview on CBS6
CBS6 news director Stone Grissom speaks candidly about the viral interview between anchor Greg Floyd and Lorenz Kraus, who is charged with killing his parents and burying them in the backyard.
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September 26, 2025 at 4:48 PM
What a moment. www.timesunion.com/kristi/artic...
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NEW: Anthony "Tony" Bechand, the suspect in the killing of his girlfriend earlier this month in Cohoes, was captured by State Police in the Adirondacks, according to the Albany County District Attorney's office. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Suspect in Cohoes killing captured by police
Manhunt in Adirondack Mountains ends with Anthony Bechand's found walking on road.
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September 26, 2025 at 12:42 PM
NEW: Anthony "Tony" Bechand, the suspect in the killing of his girlfriend earlier this month in Cohoes, was captured by State Police in the Adirondacks, according to the Albany County District Attorney's office. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
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WTEN has a story from The Hill on its homepage about Nexstar's decision to pre-empt Kimmel that mentions Nexstar owns The Hill but doesn't mention Nexstar owns WTEN. www.news10.com/video/nexsta...
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September 23, 2025 at 4:33 PM
WTEN has a story from The Hill on its homepage about Nexstar's decision to pre-empt Kimmel that mentions Nexstar owns The Hill but doesn't mention Nexstar owns WTEN. www.news10.com/video/nexsta...
The Cohoes Mastodon in the Times Union, 1954.
September 19, 2025 at 11:49 PM
The Cohoes Mastodon in the Times Union, 1954.
Much to the chagrin of Town Supervisor Phil Herrington, who believes she’s neglecting her duties, Del Gaizo doesn’t plan to return to what she considers a “toxic” work place following long-brewing tensions between her and other members of the town’s administration. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
With new state job, Brunswick clerk is out of 'toxic' Town Hall during regular hours
Much to the chagrin of the town supervisor, Clerk Rebecca Del Gaizo doesn’t plan on returning to Town Hall.
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September 18, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Much to the chagrin of Town Supervisor Phil Herrington, who believes she’s neglecting her duties, Del Gaizo doesn’t plan to return to what she considers a “toxic” work place following long-brewing tensions between her and other members of the town’s administration. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
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In a state where criticism of alleged overregulation is constant from business groups, a reminder that there are no regs or oversight body in New York for pet boarders. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
After their dogs died at a kennel in Washington County, these owners want better regulations
Unlike shelters and breeders, pet boarders are not subject to state oversight.
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September 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In a state where criticism of alleged overregulation is constant from business groups, a reminder that there are no regs or oversight body in New York for pet boarders. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
I'm here to drink Diet Coke and do journalism. And I'm all out of Diet Coke.
September 11, 2025 at 9:41 PM
I'm here to drink Diet Coke and do journalism. And I'm all out of Diet Coke.
This is what I'm looking at from NWS Albany.
September 6, 2025 at 5:44 PM
This is what I'm looking at from NWS Albany.
A tornado warning is in effect for southeastern Columbia County and northern Dutchess County, according to the National Weather Service.
September 6, 2025 at 5:37 PM
A tornado warning is in effect for southeastern Columbia County and northern Dutchess County, according to the National Weather Service.
The attacks over her financial history have increased more and more in recent weeks. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
GOP targets Rensselaer County executive candidate’s debt history
Republicans have placed Democratic county executive candidate Tiffani Silverman’s debt spanning the last 15 years front and center.
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September 5, 2025 at 4:53 PM
The attacks over her financial history have increased more and more in recent weeks. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
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End of an era: CBS6’s Greg Floyd has announced his retirement after 45 years in broadcast journalism. www.timesunion.com/kristi/artic...
CBS6 anchor Greg Floyd announces retirement
A Capital Region native, Floyd’s connection to local news began in 1979.
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September 2, 2025 at 11:18 PM
End of an era: CBS6’s Greg Floyd has announced his retirement after 45 years in broadcast journalism. www.timesunion.com/kristi/artic...
Approxinately 21 dogs were found dead. One dog was found alive. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Deputies probe deaths of dogs at Argyle boarding business
Owners of Anastasia's Acres Dog Boarding are said to be cooperating in the investigation of the deaths of 21 dogs.
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August 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Approxinately 21 dogs were found dead. One dog was found alive. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Dusty Oliver arrived around 9:25 p.m. at a convenience store near Lake George, where he handed the faux guardian $240 out of the $250 he agreed upon for one hour of “full service” sex. Shortly afterwards, he was arrested. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Troy man hoped for sex with teen; now he’s going to prison
Dusty Oliver, 36, will also have to register as a sex offender and forego his phone.
www.timesunion.com
August 22, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Dusty Oliver arrived around 9:25 p.m. at a convenience store near Lake George, where he handed the faux guardian $240 out of the $250 he agreed upon for one hour of “full service” sex. Shortly afterwards, he was arrested. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
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One of three state correction officers who were convicted of federal charges of beating and choking a Black inmate at Mid-State Correctional Facility in Oneida County was sentenced Thursday to 37 months in prison. www.timesunion.com/capitol/arti...
Former correction officer gets 37 months in prison for beating inmate
A correction officer convicted of beating and choking a Black inmate at Mid-State Correctional Facility in Oneida County was sentenced Thursday to 37 months in prison.
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August 21, 2025 at 8:35 PM
One of three state correction officers who were convicted of federal charges of beating and choking a Black inmate at Mid-State Correctional Facility in Oneida County was sentenced Thursday to 37 months in prison. www.timesunion.com/capitol/arti...
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‘Tiny homes’ community for older adults coming to Troy's Lansingburgh neighborhood
The $15 million project at the former Leonard Hospital property will feature 86 “tiny homes” rentals for older adults.
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August 21, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Here's some tiny news: www.timesunion.com/news/article...
"Bobbie Walborn remembers being paid $30 to fill out a form falsely stating that she made a contribution to a political campaign. She was homeless at the time. Slater’s campaign later reported Walborn donated $250." www.timesunion.com/capitol/arti...
Homeless people say they got paid to be donors in Senate campaign
Law enforcement are investigating whether Caleb Slater allegedly paid people in exchange for donations to get money from the New York State Public Campaign Finance Program during the 2024 election.
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August 16, 2025 at 11:18 AM
"Bobbie Walborn remembers being paid $30 to fill out a form falsely stating that she made a contribution to a political campaign. She was homeless at the time. Slater’s campaign later reported Walborn donated $250." www.timesunion.com/capitol/arti...
It appears to be a real impasse. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Rensselaer County executive calls on DOT to 'step up' on Hoosick Road
Democrats and several residents have called for a pause to development along the corridor.
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August 15, 2025 at 11:36 PM
It appears to be a real impasse. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
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Veteran teacher Heather Kurto: "Over the past three years, I’ve watched our special education program unravel. What began as restructuring programs to opposite ends of the district has led to broken services, staff attrition, and now direct violations of federal and state education law.”
South Colonie sending disabled 7th graders to high school, parents complain
South Colonie is sending two disabled 12-year-olds to the high school, despite both of their Individualized Education Plans calling for the seventh graders to stay in middle school, their parents...
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August 15, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Veteran teacher Heather Kurto: "Over the past three years, I’ve watched our special education program unravel. What began as restructuring programs to opposite ends of the district has led to broken services, staff attrition, and now direct violations of federal and state education law.”
It's worth noting that increases like this are not normal, especially in the post-tax cap era. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
Utilities, taxes soar as Canajoharie faces financial crisis
Trustees addressed fiscal strains by raising water and sewer rates and increasing the tax levy by 43%.
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August 14, 2025 at 7:59 PM
It's worth noting that increases like this are not normal, especially in the post-tax cap era. www.timesunion.com/news/article...
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Beginning in September, the new rates will add roughly $14.29 to an average customer’s monthly electric bill and $7.66 to the customer’s monthly gas bill. National Grid provides utility service to 2.3 million customers in upstate New York.
National Grid bills going up after PSC approves rate hike
The new rates will take effect in September, increasing the typical monthly gas and electric bill by about $22.
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August 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Beginning in September, the new rates will add roughly $14.29 to an average customer’s monthly electric bill and $7.66 to the customer’s monthly gas bill. National Grid provides utility service to 2.3 million customers in upstate New York.
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After the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by a former city attorney who claimed he was wrongfully forced to resign, a second lawsuit alleges Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy defamed him in remarks made in response to the first lawsuit. (I think I see where this might be going.) Paul Nelson reports.
Ex-Schenectady lawyer says Mayor Gary McCarthy defamed him
Peter Lomtevas, a former deputy corporation counsel for the city, also alleges he was discriminated against for his Russian heritage.
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August 12, 2025 at 6:41 PM
After the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by a former city attorney who claimed he was wrongfully forced to resign, a second lawsuit alleges Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy defamed him in remarks made in response to the first lawsuit. (I think I see where this might be going.) Paul Nelson reports.