Stella Porter

New Jersey, Wausau

Press for @GovMurphy. Fmr. Emmy nominated TV Reporter/Anchor. 3rd gen @uwmadison alum. Jersey girl. Politics nerd. Opinions are my own.

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'Gilded Age' filming begins in Troy with excitement from local businesses

Aug 5, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

An HBO hit series is back filming in the Capital Region. The streets of Troy took a trip back to the 1800s Monday for season three of HBO’s “The Gilded Age.” This year, the television show is showing off even more parts of Troy. Local businesses like Jacob Alejandro coffee shop were already feeling the extra morning rush as filming got underway near Second and Congress Streets.
Albany Med nurses' contract expires as hospital, nurses fail to reach agreement

Aug 1, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

Nurses at the area's only level one trauma center are now without a contract. Nurses at Albany Medical Center began working without a contract Thursday after it expired Wednesday. Both sides have agreed to bring in a mediator. They have been negotiating for several months now. Nurses, part of the New York State Nurses Association, demanded the hospital fix what the union said was a staffing crisis. Nurses who were negotiating spoke to NewsChannel 13 Thursday.
Excitement for Team USA gymnastics felt in gyms in the Capital Region

Jul 31, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

When Team USA women’s gymnastics reclaimed the team gold Tuesday and the men medaled for the first time in years on Monday, excitement reverberated from Paris to gyms in the Capital Region. The women and men of team USA are providing inspiration for gymnasts at World Class Gymnastics Academy in Latham. “We always gather round and have it on all the time,” said gymnast and rising high school senior Shyann Bootman.
Family reaches out for help after local service member dies unexpectedly

Jul 30, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

A family dedicated to serving the community and the country is reaching out for help. Last week, a U.S. Army National Guard sergeant from Gloversville took his own life at his home. Sergeant Kenneth Winston Wrobel Jr. will be laid to rest Friday. He left behind a wife and two children, his family wondering how they would afford what is not covered by the U.S. Military. His wife, Rebecca, wanted to share what people in her position face.
Sen. Schumer visits UAlbany to push for large boost to weather monitoring

Jul 29, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

There's a new push to improve the weather network that tells us where life-threatening weather is headed. As Upstate New York experiences a record-setting number of tornadoes, there is a push to boost the nation’s weather monitoring system. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D – New York) visited New York State’s Mesonet Operations Command Center at UAlbany Monday, pushing for millions more in funding.
Pittsfield will take national stage as Vice President Harris appears at fundraiser

Jul 25, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

Vice President Kamala Harris still plans to attend a fundraiser in Pittsfield this weekend. The City of Pittsfield will be on the national stage this weekend as Vice President Kamala Harris will make one of the first stops on her presidential campaign at a ticketed fundraiser there. Harris announced last weekend she would look to secure her party’s nomination after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race.
Businesses in Troy say construction zone killing business as city responds

Jul 24, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

We're hearing from a business owner in Troy who says he may soon have to close his doors. A business owner in Troy who said he may soon have to close his doors told NewsChannel 13 ongoing construction on Campbell Avenue is squeezing his business. But city leaders said the construction would bring much-needed improvements to that area. Mayor Carmella Mantello told NewsChannel 13 this project would mark a huge upgrade for the area. “With all the safety measures, the drainage, the lead.
People with Alzheimer's at risk during periods of extreme heat and humidity

Jul 17, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

People with Alzheimer's face challenges during hot weather. They may forget to wear the appropriate clothing. The Alzheimer’s Association is warning that extreme heat and severe weather are dangerous for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. As we experience yet another NewsChannel 13 Alert Day, the message from experts on Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is to check on neighbors, friends and loved ones.
Food pantry drive-thru returns as food bank identifies additional need

Jul 15, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

The need for food in the Capital Region is driving the regional food bank to bring back a popular drive-thru food pantry. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York is restarting a popup food pantry drive-thru in the parking lot of the Boys and Girls Club in Lansingburgh. It was popular when COVID sent the need for food skyrocketing, and it’s back once a month on Monday mornings.
New details revealed as council set to approve settlement in Troy Police crash

Jul 10, 2024 | wnyt.com | Stella Porter

NewsChannel 13 is working to learn more about the firing of the police officer in Troy involved in a fatal crash last year. A delivery driver lost his life in the crash on Hoosick Street in February of 2023. The Troy Mayor’s Office said the officer was let go yesterday because the Department of Motor Vehicles had revoked his driver’s license, and he no longer met the department’s basic requirements.