Final phase of streetlight project approved

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

Final phase of streetlight project approved By Nikki JamiesonSunny South NewsThe final phase of a street light improvement project in Coaldale has received approval to go forward.During their regular June 12 meeting, Coaldale town council received an update on a streetlight improvement project.The origins of the project date back to 2018, when town administration reached out to residents and Fortis on the issue, and council initially proceeded with upgrade in an area roughly one-fourth the size of the town, or 27 lights, for $298,000.The matter was brought back in 2019, when further options were made available through Fortis involving installing overhead lines rather than burying them, a change which resulted in significant savings for the project and allowing for the opportunity for further light installations across town. Following council approval, between summer 2019 and spring 2023, a total of 140 lights at a cost of $249,291 were added to the town.An additional 140 streetlights were added to four areas throughout town f...

Troy Police investigate four separate vehicle fires

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

Troy Police investigate four separate vehicle fires TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Troy Police Department has launched investigations into four separate vehicle fires in Lansingburgh. Detectives have collected surveillance footage in the areas of incidents and are attempting to determine the identity of any potential suspect(s) and if the fires are related. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! No individuals are in custody at this time. There will be an increased police presence in Lansingburgh in response to the incidents.Police ask community members to review any surveillance video systems they may have to determine and report any suspicious activity. The incidents occurred between 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday and 2:00 a.m. on Wednesday. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Detective Bureau at (518)270-4421 or online. No buildings were involved.

DMV unveils new Capital Region license plate

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

DMV unveils new Capital Region license plate ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles unveiled the new Captial Region license plate in Albany on Wednesday. The license plate is part of a new series of regional license plates, with this one capturing the State Capital Building with one of the reflecting pools at the Empire State Plaza in the foreground. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Image via NYS DMV“Every region of our state has something unique and interesting about it, and we are happy to celebrate that uniqueness by making these new license plates available for New York drivers,” said Commissioner and Chair of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee Mark J.F. Schroeder. “These also allow drivers to put their own unique touch on their vehicles and show pride for the place they live.”

DEC Rangers assist with dog rescue on McKenzie Mountain

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

DEC Rangers assist with dog rescue on McKenzie Mountain NORTH ELBA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Earlier this week, Department of Environmental Conservation Ranger O'Connor was notified of a lost dog on McKenzie Mountain. Ranger O'Connor spoke with the owner, who said they had to unclip their four-month-old puppy Wilson so he could get down a rock scramble, at which time the puppy ran off. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The puppy's tracking device was not working, so the owner could not find him. The puppy spent the night in the woods but was located the next morning when it approached a group of hikers with a dog.The hikers leashed the puppy and contacted the owner, who alerted Ranger O'Connor. Rangers O'Connor and Ordway responded and helped the puppy down the trail and reunited him with his owner.Ranger O'Connor and Jude Kennen, the puppy's owner, shared their appreciation for the local community that helped spread the word and volunteered to search for the puppy. "It was so lovely that...

Albany Police: Parolee arrested for illegal gun possession

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

Albany Police: Parolee arrested for illegal gun possession ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A parolee was arrested Wednesday night for illegally possessing a handgun, according to the Albany Police Department. Marquis Dixon, 25, faces multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Wednesday, around 9:15 p.m., Albany detectives responded near Orange and Dove Streets for reports of a man possessing a handgun. Detectives say they saw the suspect getting out of a car associated with the call and tried to speak with him. The suspect, identified as Dixon, ran from detectives on foot, according to police. He was eventually taken into custody, and detectives say he had a loaded 9mm handgun. Police say Dixon was released from prison in May following a previous conviction. ACSO: Knox man lit two abandoned cars on fire Dixon inspired changes to the state's youthful offender law to raise the age teens can be charged as an adult to 21. He was arrested in August 2021 on drug charges and was la...

Menands summer concerts, food truck festival dates announced

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

Menands summer concerts, food truck festival dates announced MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Village of Menands has announced its summer concert series lineup, as well as the dates for its Food Truck Festival. The summer concerts take place on Tuesdays in Ganser-Smith Park from 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Concert lineupJuly 11: Wounded SoulsJuly 18: The All Paul ShowJuly 25: The Lustre KingsAugust 1: New York PlayersAugust 8: Soul SkyAugust 15: Get Up JackFood and drink will be available for sale. Lawn chairs are recommended. Renaissance Black Film Festival coming to Albany The Food Truck Festival takes place on Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Ganser-Smith Park. The event features a variety of food trucks and live music.Music lineupJuly 12: Six Mile SundownJuly 19: Big RadioJuly 26: Big RadioAugust 2: Tame the Rooster

WashCo Fairground fireworks feature new drone show

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

WashCo Fairground fireworks feature new drone show GREENWICH, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Monday, July 3, the Washington County Fairgrounds will be lit up in colorful lights. The fairgrounds are set to host a day-early firework celebration in honor of Independence Day.Gates open at 4:30 p.m. on Monday for Washington County's annual free fireworks display. Food vendors will already be cooking up something tasty by the time visitors arrive. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! New this year, it won't just be a traditional fireworks display lighting up the Greenwich night sky. A drone show will kick things off, followed by the traditional show by Grand Finale Fireworks. The annual fireworks are sponsored by the local holding company The Fort Miller Group.Find out what other Fourth of July festivities are getting lit up around the Capital Region and North Country.

One big reason a Paul Goldschmidt trade likely won't happen

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

One big reason a Paul Goldschmidt trade likely won't happen ST. LOUIS - From MVP one season to trade chip the next? This is one theory some fans have developed on how to fix a St. Louis Cardinals team that has treaded near the bottom of the National League for much of the 2023 season. Paul Goldschmidt has nearly a season and a half remaining on a five-year contract. The seven-time All-Star could become a free agent after the 2024 season. Pair that with the Cardinals' recent movement toward youth, even with this year's record aside, it makes sense for St. Louis to at least consider how the veteran first baseman fits in their future plans. RELATED - Cardinals-Giants set for June 2024 game at America’s oldest pro ballpark Cardinals-based and non-Cardinals-based baseball websites are going as far making hypothetical trades and landing spots for Goldschmidt. How exactly did we get here? Last year, Goldschmidt won his first MVP award at the age of 35 and flirted with the NL Triple Crown deep into August. The Cardinals earned their fourth consec...

A.G. Bailey testifying before congress about 1st amendment lawsuit today

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

A.G. Bailey testifying before congress about 1st amendment lawsuit today ST. LOUIS - Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is in Washington Wednesday where he plans to testify before a U.S. house committee.He'll talk about the lawsuit he filed against the Biden Administration. Bailey's suit claims federal officials forced social media companies to censor conservative voices and COVID-19 policy critics. Camper illness leads to panic in Eureka Tuesday night He says both are in violation of the first amendment.

St. Louis’ best local meal spots, according to FOX 2 viewers

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:17:33 GMT

St. Louis’ best local meal spots, according to FOX 2 viewers ST. LOUIS -- Where in St. Louis is the best place to have a meal? When we asked our Facebook fans, they told us what they thought. There were a lot of suggestions, and why wouldn't there be for a city named one of the top places worldwide to try local food? Foodies weighed in, and these are 30 local suggestions for the best place to get a meal in St. Louis: Joey B’s on the HillThe Old Spaghetti Factory Veritas Gateway to Food and Wine Cunetto House of Pasta Ballpark Village Fallon’s Bar and Grill Half & Half The Fountain on Locust Russell’s on Macklind Basso Brennan’s Bar and Grill Tequila Mexican Restaurant Sister Cities Cajun Twisted Tree Steakhouse The Kitchen Sink Downtown Biggie’s RestaurantHeavy Riff Brewing Company Stone Turtle Restaurant and bar The Pat Connolly Tavern Hogtown Smokehouse Nomad Michael’s Bar and Grill Sweet Em’s Coffee and Ice Cream Taste of Italy...