Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Daily Digest: ‘Important work’: Collar City receives Bronze Climate Smart Communities Certification

Also: Troy police charge second suspect in alleged pit bull animal neglect case • ‘We want it bad’: Cohoes boys’ varsity soccer building a contender in Section 2
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Wednesday, September 30, 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.

 


• Local news • E-edition • Obituaries • Sports •

‘Important work’: Collar City receives Bronze Climate Smart Communities Certification

Mayor Carmella Mantello announced that the City of Troy has officially achieved Bronze Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Certification, recognizing the Collar City’s commitment to advancing local climate action, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and building a more sustainable and resilient community, according to a press release.

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Troy police charge second suspect in alleged pit bull animal neglect case

A second suspect in connection with an alleged animal neglect case involving a pit bull puppy who was found underweight and in need of medical care has been charged, police announced Tuesday.

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‘We want it bad’: Cohoes boys’ varsity soccer building a contender in Section 2

COHOES, N.Y. — Last November, the Cohoes Tigers boys’ varsity soccer team walked off the turf disappointed after losing to Glens Falls by a score of 4-3 in the Section 2 Class A championship game. A late two-goal surge gave the Tigers a chance, but ultimately wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit. Positives can be […]

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La Salle grad Finlan tabbed E8 Golfer of the Week

ALBANY, N.Y. — Russell Sage College junior Luke Finlan and La Salle Institute High School graduate was selected the Empire 8 Conference Golfer of the Week for the period ending Sunday, Sept. 27. He took home medalist honors at Thursday’s Keuka Fall Invitational. The Gators return to the links on Monday, October 5 at the RPI […]

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ECAC Hockey alumni make strong mark on NHL opening-night rosters

TROY, N.Y. — As the NHL prepares to open its 2026-27 season Tuesday, 30 former ECAC Hockey players with ties to 10 conference schools are set to begin the year on opening-night rosters. The conference’s influence extends well beyond the ice, with 18 additional ECAC alumni holding positions in NHL front offices, coaching staffs and […]

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SLICFiber presents $16K donation to Saratoga Springs non-profit Kelly’s Angels

As part of its Fiber Of Hope campaign, which sets aside $25 from every new installation for local cancer charities in its growing service area, SLICFiber presented a check for $16,850 to Kelly’s Angels on Tuesday Morning.

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NCAA MEN’S HOCKEY: RPI freshman class ranked No. 10 in country by Elite Prospects

TROY, N.Y. — Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is adding plenty of new faces to its men’s hockey program this season, and the Engineers are hoping the newcomers can help provide a spark in the highly competitive ECAC Hockey. Recently, the website Elite Prospects ranked the freshman class as No. 10 in the country. That’s right, […]

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Leadership Saratoga Class of 2027 holds opening retreat

The Leadership Saratoga Class of 2027 recently held its opening retreat, where participants build important bonds and explore their leadership styles in great depth.

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Skidmore College welcomes Joan Lunden for conversation about new memoir

Skidmore College, in partnership with the Saratoga Book Festival, will welcome award-winning journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and longtime “Good Morning America” host Joan Lunden for a conversation about her newest book, “Joan: Life Beyond the Script,” at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at the Arthur Zankel Music Center.

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