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NY's top health officials said opioid success uncertain under Trump

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Raga Justin

ALBANY — Uncertainty surrounding the policy priorities of a new federal administration in Washington, D.C., could threaten New York’s goal of reaching a “zero overdose generation,” the state’s top health officials said Wednesday. During a wide-ranging conversation at the Times Union’s Hearst Media Center, state Department of Health Commissioner Dr. James V.
20th-century Schenectady bungalow listed for sale under $400,000

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Shannon Fromma

This week’s featured home is a charming five-bedroom cedar-sided bungalow at 818 Bedford Road in Schenectady, that features a spacious front porch and timeless curb appeal. Originally built in 1910, the home has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom. The slate blue exterior flows seamlessly into the bright, open-concept interior, which boasts new flooring, fresh paint, upgraded lighting and a roomy living and dining area with a built-in banquet.
Friendly's 90th anniversary menu delivers old favorites, warm memories

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Kristi Gustafson Barlette

Some remember their youth through songs or old yearbooks. I remember mine through ice cream. Specifically the kind that comes with whipped cream, marshmallow sauce and a heavy pour of melted peanut butter, served while seated in a red-pleather booth under the fluorescent lighting of a Friendly’s. Friendly’s is turning 90 this year, and frankly, same.
Siena men's lacrosse has much at stake in regular-season finale

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Mark Singelais

LOUDONVILLE - Siena senior attack Pratt Reynolds enters the final regular-season game of his decorated career with the awareness it might not be his final home match. The Saints, who face Marist at 4 p.m. Wednesday on Hickey Field, still have a shot at hosting the semifinals and final of next week's Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference championships.
New York Phoenix overcome injury to beat rival Albany Patroons

1 day ago | timesunion.com | Mark Singelais

ALBANY - Shadell Millinghaus’ return to Washington Avenue Armory was a short one on Tuesday night. The New York Phoenix guard left early in the second quarter with a hamstring injury in his first road game against the Albany Patroons, his former team in The Basketball League. Article continues below this adWithout Millinghaus, their leading scorer, the Phoenix rallied to dominate the third quarter of a 114-105 victory over the Patroons in front of 1,756 fans at the Armory.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is winning more support from voters, a new poll find

2 days ago | timesunion.com | Dan Clark

ALBANY — Gov. Kathy Hochul's favorability rating among voters in New York has reached its highest level since January 2024, according to a new poll from the Siena Research Institute. It was also the first time in more than a year that a larger share of voters found Hochul more favorable — at 44% — than unfavorable — at 43%.
Democrats want New York to reward whistleblowers reporting fraud

2 days ago | timesunion.com | Raga Justin

ALBANY — Democratic lawmakers are seeking to create new incentives for whistleblowers who report fraudulent business practices to the state’s top financial regulators, a move they say would allow New York to aggressively combat white-collar crime if the federal government ceases to do so.
Siena men's basketball adds Australian forward

3 days ago | timesunion.com | Mark Singelais

The Siena men’s basketball team continued to remake its frontcourt on Monday. The Saints announced the signing of 6-foot-9, 225-pound forward Tasman Goodrick, a transfer from Division II Gannon in Pennsylvania. Goodrick, who is from Sydney, Australia, averaged 15.6 points and 10.7 rebounds per game this season for Gannon. He ranked second in Division II with 20 double-doubles.
Schumer says Democrats will force vote to end Trump tariffs

3 days ago | timesunion.com | Dan Clark

ALBANY — Democrats plan to force a floor vote in the U.S. Senate next week to reverse recent tariffs imposed by President Donald J. Trump on imports from other countries. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer told reporters in Albany Monday that he thinks Democrats can secure the four Republican votes necessary for the resolution to pass.
20 things you don't know about me: Rachel Paley, Saratoga Arms Hotel

3 days ago | timesunion.com | Kristi Gustafson Barlette

Rachel Paley is the general manager at the Saratoga Arms Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel in downtown Saratoga Springs. She's been in hospitality management her entire adult life, managing fine dining restaurants, planning and executing private events and running independent lodging properties. The mom of one son grew up on the North Shore of Massachusetts and has lived in Saratoga Springs for 21 years.