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 Sunday, February 22, 2026 | | |
| | | | Happy Sunday!Hope everyone is having a great weekend. Before you head out or enjoy that morning cup of coffee or tea, check out some of the top stories on our website. Be safe and enjoy the day. — Ron Rosner, Senior Editor
e-edition obituaries | | | | COHOES, N.Y. — After 36 years as principal of Abram Lansing Elementary School, Cliff Bird has retired. The decision to retire came after Bird had to undergo back surgery. His last day as principal was Jan. 31. An interim principal is holding the office until the position is filled. Bird went out in style at […] | | | | | SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Though it may not feel like it in the midst of the cold and snowy weather the area has been dealing with as of late, warmer weather is not so far off, and soon the area will be enjoying all that comes with summer in the Spa City, like concerts at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. And this summer marks the start of a new partnership, as Albany Med Health System steps into the presenting partner role for Live Nation-promoted concerts at SPAC. The partnership was announced at an event recently, where it was unveiled that […] | | | | | TROY, N.Y. — For 48 years, the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has hosted its Big Red Freakout — a day to honor university alumni, show school pride, partake in various events and, of course, watch some Engineers hockey at the Houston Field House on campus. First-year head coach Eric Lang was amazed by the atmosphere, as […] | | | | | ALBANY, N.Y. — The University at Albany Great Danes women's lacrosse team showed poise beyond its years Saturday afternoon, earning a 13-12 overtime victory against No. 25 Harvard University at John Fallon Field. Great Danes freshman Riley Forthofer delivered the defining moment, scoring her first collegiate goal (the game-winner) with 55 seconds remaining in overtime […] | | | | | ALBANY, N.Y. — The UAlbany women's lacrosse team defeated No. 25 Harvard, 13-12 in overtime, on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at John Fallon Field, in Albany, N.Y. | | | | | Q. I am looking for a used car and even with electric vehicles falling out of favor, I am thinking of a used EV. Is that a good idea? A. Electric vehicles are not for everyone. Charging a EV without home charging can be a challenge for some. As an example where I live the nearest fast charging stations are 25 miles away. If you can charge at home or work, living with an EV is quite effortless. Used electric vehicles can offer lower maintenance costs, lower fuel/energy costs, and in some cases even a better driving experience. The good […] | | | | | It's not that I hate surprises, it's just that I tend to feel better when they aren't … you know … around. Surprises that so "lurk" are usually not in the form of a few dollars you may have left in a pocket before the wash, or the delight of an adult-presenting child who comes back from college on a random weekend just to bask in the refrigerator light of "home." Surprises shouldn't be skulking about in the form of some new horror interrupting our lives randomly as Breaking News. They shouldn't be accompanied by a video of a shirtless […] | | | | | Plans to convert industrial buildings into new detention facilities have faced fierce opposition. | | | | | Apps that allow women and girls to be digitally stripped have sparked investigations from California to Europe. | | | | | Saturday, February 21, 2026 WINTER LECTURE: Berkshire Botanical Garden's 29th Annual Winter Lecture: Celebrated horticulturist Karl Gercens III will headline Berkshire Botanical Garden's 29th Annual Winter Lecture, exploring how bold color, unexpected plant pairings, and fearless experimentation can spark moments of surprise and delight. The lecture will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, from 2 to […] | | | |
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