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Police: Incendiary devices found in Gloversville following report of explosion (7 photos, video)

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GLOVERSVILLE — Police officers taped off the residence at 36 Helwig Street in the city of Gloversville Wednesday as multiple agencies including the ATF and FBI investigate two explosions that woke neighbors overnight. Read MorePolice: Incendiary devices found in Gloversville following report of explosion (7 photos, video)

Giveaway of gently used prom dresses is Saturday in Mayfield

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MAYFIELD — Jenny Rulison-Fisch has fond memories of her senior prom and the dress she wore. Read MoreGiveaway of gently used prom dresses is Saturday in Mayfield

Stefanik named among TIME's 100 most influential people of 2024

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Stefanik shares space with politicians, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed Bin Salman and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. Read MoreStefanik named among TIME's 100 most influential people of 2024

Johnstown to post 11 new Elizabeth Cady Stanton-themed signs

Updated 13 hrs ago

Crews throughout the rest of April are slated to replace 11 welcome signs with displays paying homage to hometown suffragette Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Read MoreJohnstown to post 11 new Elizabeth Cady Stanton-themed signs

Gloversville schools seek second student resource officer

Updated 13 hrs ago

Currently, there’s only one SRO based out of the high school under a contract with Gloversville police. Read MoreGloversville schools seek second student resource officer

Images: Gloversville explosion investigation (7 photos)

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GLOVERSVILLE - Images from the investigation Wednesday into explosions in Gloversville. Read MoreImages: Gloversville explosion investigation (7 photos)

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Images: Gloversville explosion investigation (7 photos)

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GLOVERSVILLE - Images from the investigation Wednesday into explosions in Gloversville. Read MoreImages: Gloversville explosion investigation (7 photos)

Images: Prom dress giveaway in Mayfield (5 photos)

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MAYFIELD - High schoolers planning to attend prom are invited to peruse the available dresses at her State Farm Insurance office at 3717 Route 30 on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. Read MoreImages: Prom dress giveaway in Mayfield (5 photos)

Man linked to Johnstown bank robbery plot pleads guilty

Updated Apr 16, 2024

ALBANY — A Virginia man linked to a conspiracy to rob Johnstown bank pleaded guilty in the case Tuesday, federal prosecutors said. Read MoreMan linked to Johnstown bank robbery plot pleads guilty

Images: Broadalbin-Perth Spring Egg-Stravaganza (21 photos, video)

Apr 16, 2024

BROADALBIN-PERTH - Some looks at the 3rd annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza at the Broadalbin-Perth Elementary School gymnasium Sunday morning, April 14, 2024. Read MoreImages: Broadalbin-Perth Spring Egg-Stravaganza (21 photos, video)

DEC, Adirondack Mountain Reserve announce 2024 parking reservation system

Apr 16, 2024

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Adirondack Mountain Reserve (AMR) announced Tuesday that the parking reservation system to promote safe access to trails in the … Read MoreDEC, Adirondack Mountain Reserve announce 2024 parking reservation system

Montgomery County organizing pickleball tournament in May

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AMSTERDAM — Picklers of all skill levels and vendors of all varieties will converge at the Riverfront Center mall during the inaugural Dink at the ’Dam Pickleball Tournament next month. Read MoreMontgomery County organizing pickleball tournament in May

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Police: Two assault, abduct man in Gloversville home

Police: Incendiary devices found in Gloversville following report of explosion (7 photos, video)

Gloversville schools seek second student resource officer

Johnstown police investigating Sunday car break-ins

Man linked to Johnstown bank robbery plot pleads guilty

Sports

Section 2 baseball: 2024 results

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The latest Section 2 baseball results: Read MoreSection 2 baseball: 2024 results

Section 2 softball: 2024 results

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The latest results from Section 2 softball: Read MoreSection 2 softball: 2024 results

Section 2 boys' lacrosse: 2024 results

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The most recent Section 2 boys' lacrosse results: Read MoreSection 2 boys' lacrosse: 2024 results

Ramblin' Outdoors: Youth turkey season on horizon

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The statewide youth turkey hunt, which originally debuted in 2004, kicks off this weekend for its 20th anniversary. Saturday and Sunday will constitute the 2024 youth turkey season. Read MoreRamblin' Outdoors: Youth turkey season on horizon

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Late dispatcher to be honored in Fulton County communications center

Updated 13 hrs ago

Wayne Weaver lived in Palatine Bridge, nearly 20 miles away from his long-tenured role at the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department. Read MoreLate dispatcher to be honored in Fulton County communications center

$19M I-90 infrastructure project starts in Schenectady, Albany counties

Updated Apr 4, 2024

ALBANY – Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday the start of a $19 million infrastructure improvement project on the Thruway in Albany and Schenectady counties. Read More$19M I-90 infrastructure project starts in Schenectady, Albany counties

GE Vernova spins off from GE with Tuesday stock launch

Updated Apr 5, 2024

The transformation of General Electric into three separate companies will be completed on Tuesday when GE Vernova spins off from GE and starts trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Read MoreGE Vernova spins off from GE with Tuesday stock launch

Images: Nolanauts at Glove Theater (Video, 19 photos)

Updated Apr 16, 2024

GLOVERSVILLE - The Nolanauts played Gloversville's Glove Theater Saturday, including leading a pre-show parade. Read MoreImages: Nolanauts at Glove Theater (Video, 19 photos)

Harvey's Pet, heating business to shutter in Johnstown

Updated Apr 5, 2024

Only the pet hotel will remain under a different name. Read MoreHarvey's Pet, heating business to shutter in Johnstown

Images: Perth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday (7 photos)

Updated Apr 4, 2024

PERTH - Some looks around the annual Town of Perth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, hosted by Perth Bible Church. Photos from our Stan Hudy. Read MoreImages: Perth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday (7 photos)

Glove City Lofts advances after mild winter

Updated Apr 5, 2024

The $21 million project broke ground in September and is still expected to be finished by 2025. Read MoreGlove City Lofts advances after mild winter

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The Daily Gazette

Kidnapping survivor's mother to Craig Ross: 'You don't deserve forgiveness'

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BALLSTON SPA — The mother of the girl who survived last fall's kidnapping at Moreau Lake State Park faced the man who abducted her daughter Wednesday, telling him "there will never be a senten… Read MoreKidnapping survivor's mother to Craig Ross: 'You don't deserve forgiveness'

Aunt of Schenectady child who starved to death calls for justice

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Charlotte Buskey's aunt described the 5-year-old girl, who starved to death on Sunday, as a vibrant, happy child. Read MoreAunt of Schenectady child who starved to death calls for justice

Schenectady County issues RFP for miSci infrastructure study

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SCHENECTADY — Schenectady County has taken the next step in securing the long-term future for Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) in its current Nott Terrace home, with the county releasi… Read MoreSchenectady County issues RFP for miSci infrastructure study

Niskayuna residents vent to town board about soaring water and sewer rates

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Niskayuna residents vented their frustrations over increased water and sewer bills during the town board’s Tuesday night meeting, with taxpayers angry and surprised to receive soaring spring u… Read MoreNiskayuna residents vent to town board about soaring water and sewer rates

The Recorder

Something new, something old: Cappie's to reopen Thursday

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The ice cream spot, which also offers lunch and dinner, was founded in 1965 by John and Terry DiCaprio. They operated the eatery until 1997, when their niece, Donna Durinick, and her husband C… Read MoreSomething new, something old: Cappie's to reopen Thursday

Giveaway of gently used prom dresses is Saturday in Mayfield

Updated 4 hrs ago

MAYFIELD — Jenny Rulison-Fisch has fond memories of her senior prom and the dress she wore. Read MoreGiveaway of gently used prom dresses is Saturday in Mayfield

Stefanik named among TIME's 100 most influential people of 2024

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Amsterdam man sentenced to 15 years in federal drug case

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ALBANY — An Amsterdam man has been sentenced to 15 years and one month in prison after pleading guilty to federal drug and weapon charges, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the North… Read MoreAmsterdam man sentenced to 15 years in federal drug case

Galleries & Videos

Images: Gloversville explosion investigation (7 photos)

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GLOVERSVILLE - Images from the investigation Wednesday into explosions in Gloversville. Read MoreImages: Gloversville explosion investigation (7 photos)

Images: Prom dress giveaway in Mayfield (5 photos)

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Early Wednesday explosions investigated in Gloversville

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Investigators at the scene of Wednesday morning's explosions in Gloversville. Read MoreEarly Wednesday explosions investigated in Gloversville

Images: Broadalbin-Perth Spring Egg-Stravaganza (21 photos, video)

Apr 16, 2024

Bruce Springsteen fans sing their favorites before MVP Arena in Albany concert

Updated Apr 16, 2024

Our @stanhudy asked Bruce Springsteen fans to sing a few bars from their favorite song outside of MVP Arena before The Boss's long-awaited concert in Albany. Read MoreBruce Springsteen fans sing their favorites before MVP Arena in Albany concert

Images: Baby Goat Day at Johnstown's Westmeadow Creamery (Video, 5 photos)

Updated Apr 16, 2024

JOHNSTOWN - Some looks at Baby Goat Day, Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Westmeadow Creamery and Farm store on N. Comrie Avenue in Johnstown. Read MoreImages: Baby Goat Day at Johnstown's Westmeadow Creamery (Video, 5 photos)

Images: High water around Capital Region (9 photos)

Updated Apr 15, 2024

CAPITAL REGION - Some looks at water levels around the region Sunday, April 14, 2024. Read MoreImages: High water around Capital Region (9 photos)

Video: Baby Goat Day at Johnstown's Westmeadow Farm Store

Updated Apr 15, 2024

People dropped in at the Westmeadow Creamery and Farm store on N. Comrie Avenue in Johnstown for a meet and greet and some 'baaaas' from baby goats, recently born on the Westmeadow Farm in Can… Read MoreVideo: Baby Goat Day at Johnstown's Westmeadow Farm Store

Images: Today's solar eclipse as it crossed the Capital Region

Updated Apr 9, 2024

CAPITAL REGION — Millions of people across the continent witnessed the a brief period of darkness Monday afternoon as the moon past in front of the sun. While the Capital Region was not in the… Read MoreImages: Today's solar eclipse as it crossed the Capital Region

Images: Amsterdam boys' lacrosse takes on Schuylerville (6 photos)

Updated Apr 16, 2024

AMSTERDAM - Amsterdam/Broadalbin-Perth boys' lacrosse took on Schuylerville Tuesday and fell 22-2. More: Schuylerville humbles decimated Amsterdam/Broadalbin-Perth squad Read MoreImages: Amsterdam boys' lacrosse takes on Schuylerville (6 photos)

Images: Nolanauts at Glove Theater (Video, 19 photos)

Updated Apr 16, 2024

GLOVERSVILLE - The Nolanauts played Gloversville's Glove Theater Saturday, including leading a pre-show parade. Read MoreImages: Nolanauts at Glove Theater (Video, 19 photos)

Images: Perth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday (7 photos)

Updated Apr 4, 2024

PERTH - Some looks around the annual Town of Perth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, hosted by Perth Bible Church. Photos from our Stan Hudy. Read MoreImages: Perth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday (7 photos)

Local Events

Life & Arts

Caroga Lake Music Festival 2024 programming announced

Updated Apr 16, 2024

CAROGA LAKE — Caroga Arts Collective has announced the lineup for the Caroga Lake Music Festival’s 2024 summer season. Read MoreCaroga Lake Music Festival 2024 programming announced

Where to see the solar eclipse in Capital Region? Elsewhere?

Updated Apr 3, 2024

ALBANY - The great solar eclipse of 2024 is set for April and most of New York State will get a show. Read MoreWhere to see the solar eclipse in Capital Region? Elsewhere?

Our Adam Shinder predicts the big winners for the 96th Academy Awards

Updated Apr 11, 2024

My name is Adam, and I’m an Oscars junkie. Read MoreOur Adam Shinder predicts the big winners for the 96th Academy Awards

Cage The Elephant comes to SPAC August 18

Updated Mar 1, 2024

Cage The Elephant comes to SPAC August 18 Read MoreCage The Elephant comes to SPAC August 18

Food

Local family aims to launch Gloversville BBQ joint

Updated Feb 28, 2024

The Sturgess family has a vision for a lot on South Main Street. Read MoreLocal family aims to launch Gloversville BBQ joint

Loopie’s Irish Pub soup and chili cook-off

Updated Mar 25, 2024

Loopie’s Irish Pub, located at 410 Mohawk Drive in Tribes Hill, is hosting their 17th annual soup and chili cook-off on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Read MoreLoopie’s Irish Pub soup and chili cook-off

Down to Business: Online grocery shopping on rise since COVID

Updated Jan 18, 2024

Online grocery shopping, first introduced to the U.S. in the late 1980s, was slow to build a following among consumers who readily turned to the internet to order books, electronics, clothing and shoes. Until, that is, COVID-19 struck. Read MoreDown to Business: Online grocery shopping on rise since COVID

Getting to Know ... Brewmaster Josh Smith Great Sacandaga Brewing Co.

Updated Feb 27, 2024

Josh Smith said he wasn’t always a beer guy, but his tastes have changed. Read MoreGetting to Know ... Brewmaster Josh Smith Great Sacandaga Brewing Co.

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Opinion

Oneonta man researching life of Kirk Douglas: Focus on History

Updated Apr 10, 2024

SUNY Oneonta history professor emeritus William Simons is a braver man than I. Read MoreOneonta man researching life of Kirk Douglas: Focus on History

Down to Business: Auto dealer with Capital Region shops facing lawsuit

Updated Apr 3, 2024

The death of mega car dealer Billy Fuccillo in June 2021 put an end to the emphatically pronounced “HUUUUUU ... GE” tagline he used in his TV ads. Read MoreDown to Business: Auto dealer with Capital Region shops facing lawsuit

Waite: Why we should worry about invasive species, and what can be done (Q and A)

Updated Mar 5, 2024

Not only can invasive plants and pests damage a local economy or environment, they can destroy the places we love. Read MoreWaite: Why we should worry about invasive species, and what can be done (Q and A)

Down to Business: Quad/Graphics Saratoga Springs plant nears shutdown as company charts future

Updated Apr 3, 2024

Separations are set to begin Saturday at the massive Quad/Graphics plant in Saratoga Springs, with layoffs continuing through the planned May 4 closing of the facility in WJ Grande Industrial … Read MoreDown to Business: Quad/Graphics Saratoga Springs plant nears shutdown as company charts future

Down to Business: A closer look at drop in vacant local office space

Updated Mar 13, 2024

A drop in the vacancy rate locally for office space, from 13% in the first half of 2023 to 12.5% by year’s end, would seem to be a good thing, right? Read MoreDown to Business: A closer look at drop in vacant local office space

Waite: Canceled Great Sacandaga Lake ice-fishing tournament should be eye-opener (w/ podcast)

Updated Mar 5, 2024

The Walleye Challenge ice-fishing tournament has been canceled two years in a row. That should be a wake-up call, our columnist writes. Read MoreWaite: Canceled Great Sacandaga Lake ice-fishing tournament should be eye-opener (w/ podcast)

Obituaries

Masker, Robert

Robert Joseph Masker Atkinson, NH - Robert Joseph Masker, 69, passed away on April 13, 2024 in Boston, MA after a courageous battle with cancer. Read MoreMasker, Robert

Oare, Patricia

Patricia Ann Oare (Hazzard) Schenectady - Patricia A. Oare, age 84 originally of Gloversville, and resided in Caroga Lake for many years, died Wednesday April 10, 2024 after a long and courage… Read MoreOare, Patricia

Brunetto, Charlotte

Charlotte K. Brunetto Gloversville - Charlotte (Char) Brunetto (80) of Gloversville passed away peacefully on April 11th, 2024 after succumbing to complications following an illness. Read MoreBrunetto, Charlotte

Russ, Rose Mary

Rose Mary Russ Gloversville - Rose Mary ("it's two words," she often told, or had to tell, people) was born at the original Littauer Hospital, in Gloversville, to salt-of-the-earth parents of … Read MoreRuss, Rose Mary

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