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Group hoping to restore New Lebanon train depot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

NEW LEBANON, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Nestled behind the New Lebanon Library along Route 20 in Columbia County lies something you may not have known even existed. An old, wooden structure that's been abandoned for decades, now hoping to be restored. NY lawmakers review railway safety measures In the 19th and 20th centuries, passengers would fill New Lebanon's train depot to catch a ride along the Corkscrew Railroad, "Even many people in town are barely aware that this train station was even here," said Margaret Robertson, who's helping with the restoration effort.Those involved with the Corkscrew Rail Trail, which is an unpaved walking trail along the former rail line, is raising money in an effort to restore the site."We’ve seen buildings of great value that have been torn down or fallen down, so this is one of our oldest buildings and one of the last ones we can save," said Joe Ogilvie, the President of the Corkscrew Rail Trail. All aboard! Stillwater man shows off vintage train collec...

Lost hiker rescued on tallest Adirondack mountain

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

NORTH ELBA, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Last week, forest rangers worked after dark to rescue a hiker lost in the area of Mount Marcy in the Adirondacks. Ranger assistance was requested at 3:15 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 27, for a rescue that would run until 8 p.m. that evening. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Ray Brook Dispatch called for assistance after receiving a report of a lost hiker on the Adirondack High Peak. The hiker, a 51-year-old New Jersey resident, was believed to be near Hopkins Junction, after having gotten lost due to the snowy landscape. The hiker was found near Marcy Dam, and was nearing hypothermic conditions. The hiker was guided back to his vehicle, with no medical attention needed. DEC hiring summer park workers Mount Marcy is not only one of the Adirondack High Peaks, but the highest of the bunch - making it the tallest mountain in the whole of the Adirondack Park at 5,344 feet above sea level. Hiking during w...

Stewart's releases five new ice cream flavors and brings back a fan favorite

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With spring approaching fast, Stewart's Shops is releasing five new seasonal flavors and bringing back a fan favorite. With the first flavor already in motion, the rest will be released in Stewart's shops week by week during the spring season. Celebrate 85 years with $0.85 burgers at Jack’s Drive In The first new flavor that's available is Strawberry Sunrise Sherbet. The brand-new flavor is a classic pairing of lemonade and strawberry sherbet swirls. Next is definitely for brownie lovers, it's called Brownie Points. The new flavor is made up of brownie batter ice cream with a chocolate cookie crumb swirl and brownie pieces.Seasonal ice cream flavors courtesy of Stewart's ShopsA fan favorite which was the most popular new seasonal flavor last year returns! Salted Caramel Cheesecake is made up of salted caramel cheesecake ice cream with a salted caramel swirl and cheesecake pieces. Peanut Butter Pie follows the fan favorite with a peanut butter-flavored ice ...

St. Clare's pension advocates meet with Hochul staffers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Mary Hartshorne, leader of the former St. Clare's hospital workers who lost their retirement savings, along with Senator Jim Tedisco, met with staffers from Governor Kathy Hochul's office Tuesday over a 30-minute video call. This, after repeated requests for the Governor to meet with Hartshorne herself.Hartshorne has been the face and voice of the former Schenectady hospital workers in the fight not only to get their pensions back, but to get to the bottom of who dropped the ball, ever since they were informed in 2018 that the pension fund ran out. Judge rules to merge AG and St. Clare’s pensioner lawsuits “To me, and to the 1,100 pensioners that I represent, there’s more to this story," Hartshorne said.Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit in 2022 against the Diocese of Albany for allegedly failing to contribute to the pension plans, which the Diocese asserts they never owned or managed. This lawsuit merged with a case taken on against the Dioces...

Special Olympics NY to host fundraisers at Applebee's

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On March 9, Special Olympics New York athletes and volunteers will visit Applebee's restaurants across New York to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics. Volunteers include representatives from law enforcement, coaches, family members, and Unified Sports programs. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Participating locations in the Capital Region are:Applebee's - 255 Quaker Road, Queensbury, NY, 12804Applebee's - 594 North Greenbush Road, Rensselaer, NY, 12144Applebee's - 2400 Cambridge Road, Schenectady, NY, 12304Applebee's - 3 Lowe's Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866Applebee's - 291 Route 9W, Glenmont, NY, 12077Applebee's - 555 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, NY, 12110Applebee's - 268 Saratoga Rd, Glenville, NY, 12302 Schuylerville CSD to launch Unified Sports in April The fundraisers will run from 5 to 9 p.m. All donations will directly support Special Olympics NY athletes.

NYSP: Greenfield woman arrested after welfare check

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Monday morning, State Police responded to the I-87 rest area in Clifton Park after a caller reported of a person possibly having a medical event in a vehicle. A trooper checked the vehicle operator's welfare, and after an EMS evaluation, arrested Pamela I. Backus, 49, of Greenfield, for Driving While Intoxicated. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police discovered felony-weight narcotics and other controlled substances in the vehicle. Backus had a previous DWI conviction in the last ten years. Backus was also charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree.Backus was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert at SP Clifton Park. She was released and issued tickets returnable to Clifton Park Town Court on March 15.

Celebrate 85 years with $0.85 burgers at Jack's Drive In

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

WYNANTSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Jack's Drive In in Wynantskill is opening for its 85th season on March 9 with a special promotion. To celebrate 85 years, the joint will offer the first hamburger or cheeseburger of every order for just $0.85. New restaurant opens at Cohoes’ Van Schaick Country Club Jack's Drive In special promotion will only run for a limited time. Make sure to get your $0.85 hamburger from Thursday, March 9 through Sunday, March 12. Jack's is located at 24 Main Avenue in Wynantskill.

Attorney General’s OSI investigates car crash involving Troy police

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) opened an investigation into the death of Sabeh Alalkawi on March 7. Alalkawi died on February 22 in a car incident involving members of the Troy Police Department.During the early morning of February 22, Alalkawi was driving through an intersection in Troy when he was hit by a Troy police car responding to a domestic incident call. Alalkawi was taken to the hospital and later pronounced dead. NYSP: Wrong-way driver on I-90 almost hits police car The Attorney General's Office explains in accordance with the New York State Executive Law, OSI assesses every incident reported to it where a police officer or a peace officer, including a corrections officer, may have caused the death of a person, by an act or omission. Under the law, the officer may be on-duty or off duty, and the decedent may be armed or unarmed. Also, the decedent may or may not be in custody or incarcerated. If OSI’s assess...

Woman struck and killed in St. Louis County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A woman was struck and killed Wednesday morning.Troopers said the driver of a Volkswagen was making a left from Woodstock Road onto South Florissant Road. That's when police said they hit a woman crossing the street.The man driving the Volkswagen went to check on the woman, and that's when another car struck her.Unlike the driver of the first car, the second car did not stop. Police do say it was dark at the time, so they're working to determine if that other driver saw her or not.This happened just before 6:00 a.m. Ferguson and Normandy police were at the scene, but the Missouri State Highway Patrol has now taken over this investigation.According to the sergeant from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Mike Autenrieth, the Volkswagen struck the woman in the left lane of southbound traffic, and crews have this blocked off as they continue their investigation. They are collecting evidence including surveillance video to hopefully identify the second car and con...

St. Peters police identify alleged Schnucks parking lot shooter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

ST. PETERS, Mo. - Major developments Wednesday morning in the terrifying case of a woman who was shot in a Schnucks parking lot in St. Peters.Investigators now know who they’re looking for, and they think he could be responsible for other recent crimes as well. Authorities have identified the suspect as 24-year-old Tyrone Miller from O’Fallon, Illinois.Miller has been charged with three felonies in this case, and an arrest warrant is out for him. St. Peter’s police told FOX 2 Wednesday morning, though, that Miller is still on the loose.The frightening incident happened last Friday evening in the Schnucks parking lot. Police said the victim, a 52-year-old woman, was in her car when Miller tried to take her purse. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW ...