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

 
 

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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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