Albany’s venerable arthouse movie theater – now known as Scene One Spectrum 8 Theatres – reopens today with a full slate of new releases, after Wednesday’s return to form with one day of classics like “Amélie” and “Cinema Paradiso.” Long independent and long-known for showcasing independent films, new management promises more of the same. Opening in 1983, following three years as the 3rd Street Theatre in Rensselaer, the cinema has been at it for more than 40 years.  How much do you remember about the history of this local landmark (no pun intended)? 1.    “Amélie,” the whi ..read more

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East Greenbush Town Supervisor Jack Conway explains his town’s strong showing in this year’s 'Best Of,' including wins in Best Suburb and Best School District ..read more

You’re tarring me with a grant scandal? I’ll tar you with a grant scandal ..read more

Arielle Roberts joined CM Fox Real Estate after COVID, and has found her innate sense of community thrives when pairing clients with real estate ..read more

The weekly public market was once again named Best Farmers Market in the Times Union’s 2024 Best of the Capital Region readers' poll.  ..read more

Jake Medlock is the Albany Firebirds’ starting quarterback. This weekend’s debut will mark his first competitive game since 2019 ..read more

He helped lead the youthful FireWolves’ dramatic improvement from 3-15 last season to 11-7 this year. Albany is the No. 3 seed and wlll host Sunday’s quarterfinal playoff game ..read more

In celebration of more than a decade in business, Nine Pin Cider Works has released a line of cocktail-inspired light ciders, including mimosa, cosmo and mule flavors ..read more

The Dutchmen, who belong to the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League, have played the past three seasons at Guilderland’s Keenholts Park. Albany was scheduled to open play June 1 ..read more