Police: Man tried to swindle woman into paying for work she didn't request
A Latham man who police said stole $200 from an elderly woman after trying to swindle her into paying for labor she said she didn't request was arrested on Friday, May 18, according to State Police reports.
Three face arson charges over Rotterdam explosions
Several instances of explosive devices being thrown at an East Claremont residence in Rotterdam have led to three town residents facing arson charges.
More charges in fatal DWI
State Police have charged Lisa M. Hartigan, 48, of Castleton, with vehicular manslaughter in the second degree following a crash that claimed the life of 47-year-old Darlene M. Walter, of Scotia.
Man pleads guilty to having marijuana in trunk
District Attorney David Soares on Tuesday, May 1, announced that Leonard Steele, 34, of Schenectady, pleaded guilty to criminal possession of marijuana in the second degree, a felony, in Albany County Court.
Rotterdam OKs Secondhand Law
No changes made to law despite concerns raised by storeowners
The Rotterdam Town Board on Wednesday, April 25, unanimously approved a local law regulating the acceptance and sale of secondhand items, with a focus on gold and other precious metals.
High speeds lead to arrest
Charlton man caught going nearly 170 mph on motorcycle
A Charlton man was observed by state police driving at a speed of nearly 170 mph on the thruway in the Village of Ravena on Tuesday, May 2 before being arrested in a town 50 miles from where he was first noticed.
DWI arrest stems from underage sweep
Two employees of local businesses were arrested during an underage drinking initiative performed by State Police in Albany County over the weekend.
Body pulled from Mohawk identified as Schenectady man
A passing boater notified Niskayuna Police of a body in the Saratoga County portion of the Mohawk River at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18. Police on Saturday, April 21, identified the body as that of Anthony L. Krisanda, 30, of Glenwood Boulevard, Schenectady.
DWI arrest made after crash takes Scotia woman’s life
An allegedly drunk driver crashed and killed her passenger during the early morning on Monday, April 23, according to State Police.
The cost of waiting
Secondhand dealers law debated as Rotterdam storeowners balk at waiting period and detailed report requirements
Rotterdam storeowners are hoping their elected officials make some tweaks before putting in place a proposed law governing their businesses.
State Police announce 'Operation Hang Up'
Troopers will crack down on cell phone use while driving
A press conference was held Monday afternoon at troop G Headquarters in Loudonville, announcing for the next week State Troopers and local police agencies will target people talking on their cell phones while driving.
Underage drinking party leads to arrests
State Police and Rotterdam Emergency Medical Services on Tuesday, April 10, responded to a residence in Princetown on a report of an intoxicated underage female who was subsequently transported to Ellis Hospital, treated and released.
Schenectady man charged with selling pot out of his home
Complaints of marijuana being sold from a Schenectady residence led police to an arrest.
Man arrested for break-in at ex’s home
Albany police on Tuesday, April 10, arrested a 25-year-old Schenectady man for allegedly burglarizing his ex-girlfriend’s home in December.
A murderous affair
In the evening hours of April 14, 1827, a pair of lovers, both dripping wet, stumbled into Hills Tavern in Latham and spent the night.
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