Cassie Abel

Ketchum, New York

Digital Content Producer and Journalist at The Daily Gazette

@WTEN// Digital Content Producer and Journalist // Syracuse University Alumna // SUNY Oswego Alumna

Articles

Troy man admits to having 3 kilograms of cocaine

4 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A Troy man has admitted to having three kilograms of cocaine that he intended to distribute, according to the United States Attorney’s Office. Daval Bryams, 22, faces up to 40 years in prison. In March, Byrams was arrested by state police as he and another defendant were getting off a bus in Schenectady. According to troopers, the two were allegedly found with about eight pounds of cocaine while being interviewed by troopers.
Father, son accused of stealing $1.2M from Medicaid program

4 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

SHAWANGUNK, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A father and son duo have been arrested for allegedly stealing over $1.2 million in a Medicaid Transportation fraud scheme. According to the New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli and the Ulster County District Attorney Emmanuel Nneji, Muhammad Khan, 40, and his father Mohammad Khan, 68, face multiple charges. Officials say both men own transportation services, MAK Limo and Atlas Limo, which provide Medicaid recipients with transportation in Ulster County.
Market 32, Price Choppers to celebrate Belmont Festival with giveaways, donations

4 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

SARATOGA, N.Y. (NEWS10)– In honor of the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, from June 5 to June 8, select Market 32 and Price Chopper stores in and around Saratoga will be hosting sampling events, giveaways and hosting food drives. However, the food drive donations will run until the end of August. Shoppers will be able to enjoy free samples of Boar’s Head, Community Chips, soda products along with Saratoga Water, Paesan’s Pizza and taste a variety of beer and cider from local breweries and cideries.
5 things to know this Tuesday, June 3

4 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– Happy Tuesday! Meteorologist Matt Mackie says temperatures are expected to be in the 80s but due to wildfires in Canada, this afternoon may be hazy. New York Lt. Governor Antonio Delgado has announced he will run for governor. Also, crews began demolishing the Victory Mills factory. These stories, and more, are in your five things to know this Tuesday, June 3. 1. New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado running for governorNew York Lt. Gov.
Mayfield man admits to stealing pills from Walgreens

4 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 06:26 AM EDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 06:26 AM EDT SHARE FONDA, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A Mayfield man has pleaded guilty to breaking into a Walgreens and stealing narcotic prescription pills. According to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, Chan Sonderfan, 39, faces 5 years in prison.
Saratoga Chocolate Co. expands into larger location

4 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10)– The Saratoga Chocolate co. has moved into a new, larger storefront in Saratoga Springs at 454 Broadway. The new space will feature an expanded retail shop and a café for guests. The business opened in 2016 by Hank and Alli Rose. Since then the chocolate store has been nominated for USA Today’s 10 Best Chocolate Shops in the U.S. two times.
Firefighter stipend program expanded for wildfire training

5 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– The New York Volunteer Firefighter Training Stipend program has been expanded to reimburse $250, per student, in costs related to Basic Wildland Fire Suppression Training, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. The reimbursement, however, is limited to a first-time completion of the course. The training covers wildland firefighting responsibilities, fire behavior, weather and other factors related to wildland firefighting.
Rensselaer man arraigned on additional assault charges

5 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

Posted: Jun 2, 2025 / 06:58 AM EDT Updated: Jun 2, 2025 / 06:58 AM EDT SHARE MOREAU, N.Y. (NEWS10)– A Rensselaer man was arraigned on additional charges in connection to a road rage-involved assault. According to the Saratoga County District Attorney’s Office, Matthew Blanding, 39, is accused of attacking a stranger near a home in Moreau.
3 arrested in alleged gang assault in Kingston

5 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10)– Three people have been charged in connection to an assault that happened on May 5 at the Stuyvesant Charter Apartments in Kingston. According to the City of Kingston Police Department, Davan Ramirez-Jackson, 22, Lemar Thomas, 24, and an 18-year-old, face multiple charges. According to police, officers responded to the apartments around 3:30 p.m. for a reported assault. Upon arrival, officers found a 22-year-old victim with physical injuries.
Hoosick Falls man accused of going 142 mph in a 55 mph zone

5 days ago | news10.com | Cassie Abel

Posted: Jun 2, 2025 / 06:21 AM EDT Updated: Jun 2, 2025 / 06:22 AM EDT SHARE BENNINGTON, Vt. (NEWS10)– A Hoosick Falls man was arrested Friday for allegedly driving 87 miles per hour over the speed limit, on Vermont Route 279 in Bennington.