Will Waldron

Jan 4, 2025 | timesunion.com | Will Waldron

ALBANY — State Sen. Patricia Fahy took the oath of office Friday, succeeding state Sen. Neil Breslin in the 46th state Senate District. The Albany Democrat beat Republican challenger Ted Danz in November after Breslin announced last year that he would not seek reelection. The district covers Montgomery County and portions of Albany and Schenectady counties.

Dec 31, 2024 | timesunion.com | Will Waldron

Albany County District Attorney Lee Kindlon, left, is sworn in by Judge Elizabeth Garry, center, as wife, Liz, holds the Bible on Monday during a ceremony at the Albany County Office Building in Albany. Kindlon, a Democrat, was elected to the position in November with more than 60% of the vote, beating out Republican candidate Ralph Ambrosio and incumbent David Soares, who waged a write-in campaign after losing in the Democratic primary.

Dec 19, 2024 | timesunion.com | Will Waldron

NEW SCOTLAND — Volunteers gather in Clarksville Thursday to help give away toys for children who live in Albany County's Hilltowns. Helpers from the sheriff’s office, CSX railroad, Toys for Tots, and other organizations assisted in gathering holiday gifts for children for the annual Hilltown Christmas event for rural families in need. It is the 37th years of the event which is coordinated by the sheriff's office. Article continues below this adWill Waldron is the Times Union photo editor.

Dec 12, 2024 | timesunion.com | Will Waldron

ALBANY — Albany's speed limit will not drop to 25 mph until Jan. 1, but drivers entering the city are already getting a sneak peek. A signs posted on a road near the Port of Albany and around the South End already tell people the city speed limit is 25 mph. A 25-mph sign is already greeting voters near the city line in Menands. The city is in the process of replacing the 30-mph signs across the city. The speed limit will remain 30 mph until New Year's Day.

Dec 7, 2024 | timesunion.com | Will Waldron

ALBANY — For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic almost five years ago, New York’s Executive Mansion will welcome the public for a holiday open house. The hour-long event, starting at 3 p.m. Sunday, will provide self-guided access to the first floor of the mansion — including the “Memory Room,” reception hall, den, breakfast room, dining room and drawing room — at 138 Eagle St. in Albany. The mansion has been decorated for the season. Sorry, well-wishers and lobbyists: Gov.