Thursday, August 27, 2026

Daily Digest: Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on through her early-childhood literacy program

Also: Troy man charged with attempted murder in alleged shooting, police say • ValleyCats fall in fast finish to Bird Dawgs
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Thursday, August 27, 2026

 
 

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Check out some of the top stories on our website. Be safe and enjoy the day. — Nicholas Buonanno, Regional Assistant Managing Editor.

 


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Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on through her early-childhood literacy program

As the nation mourns the passing of American icon, musician and philanthropist Dolly Parton, many recognize the impact of her early-childhood literacy initiative, the “Dolly Parton Imagination Library,” for youth in the local community.

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Troy man charged with attempted murder in alleged shooting, police say

The Troy Police Department announced Wednesday that they arrested a suspect in connection with an alleged shooting that occurred last week.

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ValleyCats fall in fast finish to Bird Dawgs

TROY, N.Y. — The Tri-City ValleyCats had their quickest home game of the 2026 season timewise (2:20), but came up on the wrong side of the score, falling to the Down East Bird Dawgs, 5-2, on Jurassic Ballpark Night at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium on Wednesday evening. At the plate, Max Mandler (2-for-4) knocked in […]

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2026 Reader’s Choice contest voting still open

The Troy Record wants to know your area favorites. Cast your votes in the 4th Annual Readers’ Choice contest.

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From a horse stall to the Travers: Miranda’s remarkable rise

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Even as assistant trainer Enrique Miranda delights in the success of Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner Golden Tempo and approaches Saturday’s Travers Stakes with confidence, he reminds himself of how far down he once was. The same person who climbs aboard the 5-2 Travers favorite every morning and has much to do with his development recalls the days when his heavy drinking ruined so many relationships that he had nowhere to go. With nowhere to sleep, he secretly bedded down for three nights in a horse stall at Santa Anita. “I try to remember those […]

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Review: ’13 the Musical’ at Cohoes Music Hall concentrates on teenage angst

As you leave the Playhouse Stage production of 13 the Musical at Cohoes Music Hall, you are forced to reconsider what the term children’s theater really means

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ECHL: Shenendehowa graduate named new Thunder head athletic trainer

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. — The Adirondack Thunder announced on Wednesday that the club has named Niklas McKone as the team’s new Head Athletic Trainer. A native of Clifton Park, New York, McKone is a graduate of Shenendehowa High School, where he graduated in 2015. He went on to attend Ithaca College, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training in 2019. McKone continued his education at Clarkson University, completing a Master’s degree in Biology in 2021 while also completing an internship. McKone brings extensive collegiate athletics experience to the Thunder. He spent three years at Union College, where he […]

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NCAA WOMEN’S LACROSSE: Syracuse adds ex-UAlbany midfielder Cook

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse women’s lacrosse coach Regy Thorpe added one of the America East’s top midfielders to his roster, announcing Tuesday that Paisley Cook will join the Orange as a transfer from UAlbany. Cook, a two-time First Team All-America East selection and the conference’s reigning Midfielder of the Year, brings three seasons of Division […]

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HORSE RACING: Andrew Champagne’s Saratoga bankroll, selections, analysis, Day 37

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — BANKROLL: $1,040.83 Singer, songwriter, and American hero Dolly Parton passed away Tuesday. If you can spare four minutes, go watch her performance of “Jolene” at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. She’s accompanied by a litany of world-class musicians, with the Zac Brown Band playing backup and artists like Pink, Pat Benatar, and Sheryl Crow contributing on vocals. It got in my head at about 1 pm Tuesday and hasn’t left. As an additional gift, I bestow upon you an all-time “dad joke.” My friend Joe lost a ton of weight recently thanks […]

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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Daily Digest: ‘We’ll see you in court, governor’: Rensselaer County sues NY over 287(g) ICE ban

Also: ValleyCats ride late inning Walters wallop to top Bird Dawgs • Troy and Waterford receive state funding for infrastructure projects
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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

 
 

Good morning!

Check out some of the top stories on our website. Be safe and enjoy the day. — Nicholas Buonanno, Regional Assistant Managing Editor.

 


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‘We’ll see you in court, governor’: Rensselaer County sues NY over 287(g) ICE ban

Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin says the county is filing a lawsuit in the Northern District of New York challenging a statewide ban on 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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ValleyCats ride late inning Walters wallop to top Bird Dawgs

TROY, N.Y. – The Tri-City ValleyCats opened up the final homestand of the season with one of the most exciting wins of the year. Fan-favorite Ian Walters belted a go-ahead three-run homer in the bottom of the eighth, and the ValleyCats cut down the tying run with a 1-2-5-1 putout in the top of the […]

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Troy and Waterford receive state funding for infrastructure projects

The Collar City, along with the town of Waterford, has been awarded state funds through the County Infrastructure Grant Program to help invest in infrastructure projects.

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‘Bring it on’: Hochul responds as Rensselaer County and others plan to sue over statewide ICE ban

Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin says the county will join a federal lawsuit in the Northern District of New York challenging a statewide ban on 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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‘Big honor’: Roy McDonald Veterans Fishing Park officially opens in Wilton

Wilton residents have a new space to enjoy the outdoors while honoring a longtime public servant and the brave men and women who risk their lives serving our country with the official opening of the Roy McDonald Veterans Fishing Park.

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HORSE RACING: Andrew Champagne’s Saratoga bankroll, selections, analysis, Day 36

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — BANKROLL BANKROLL: $1,088.83 It almost certainly wasn’t malicious, but what happened Sunday at Saratoga is inexcusable. Chief of Peace went postward for the second with Ricardo Santana, Jr., listed to ride. He was listed on television, on Equibase, and on wagering websites. Chief of Peace won the race, and after it was over, celebrations of a Santana riding double quickly turned to people saying, “…wait a minute, that’s Javier Castellano.” Bettors were not alerted to this, and the “race day changes” section on Equibase’s website did not reflect Castellano as the rider until 45 minutes after […]

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Shenendehowa’s Zeilman earns spot on U.S. U19 national team

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. — After missing most of her junior season because of a knee injury, Shenendehowa girls lacrosse standout Macy Zeilman will get another opportunity to compete on a national stage. Zeilman, a senior midfielder and Notre Dame commit, has been selected to the 24-player 2026 U.S. Girls’ U19 Youth National Team, USA Lacrosse announced Tuesday. The roster includes players from 11 states and features many of the top prospects in the high school Class of 2027. Zeilman earned her place after participating in the USA Lacrosse Women’s U19 National Combine last month at USA Lacrosse headquarters in Sparks, […]

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Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake’s Immel earns spot on U.S. Boys’ U17 National Team

BURNT HILLS, N.Y. — Talon Immel’s pursuit of a spot on a USA Lacrosse national team finally paid off Monday. The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake standout was selected to the 2026 U.S. Boys’ U17 Youth National Team, earning a place among 24 of the nation’s top young players following a months-long evaluation process. For Immel, the selection capped a three-year journey that included a regional tryout, a national combine and, finally, a spot on the team. The 6-foot attackman was among 100 players who competed at the national combine in Sparks, Md., and was one of eight players from New York […]

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NYRA unveils various ticket options for fall meet at the new Belmont Park

ELMONT, N.Y. — The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) today announced ticketing and admission plans for the upcoming fall meet at the new Belmont Park, which will offer traditional general admission, various season pass options and flexible reserved grandstand seating. Following a three-year project to transform Belmont Park into a world-class sports and entertainment destination, NYRA will celebrate a new era on Friday, September 18, with a live racing program anchored by the Grade 1, $1 million Jockey Club Gold Cup. In July, the connections of globetrotting superstar Forever Young announced that the Japanese and American champion will be […]

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