Alyssa Jung
Colonie Reporter
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Alyssa covers the Town of Colonie, surrounding villages and general Albany County. If you've got a news tip or a great story idea (she loves her features!) email them to junga@spotlightnews.com.
Recent Stories
A perfect game for all
They named themselves the “House of Six” —two college boys from Florida and one each from Louisiana, Kansas, Arizona and Connecticut, living together under one roof.
Writer takes off the gloves
Lisa Petrocelli took a ride on her cousin Vinny’s motorcycle when she was 15. She said she was scared but never felt such a thrill and vowed to do it again someday. That day came more than 20 years later, when she and her husband, Dino, bought a motorcycle of their own.
High-tech software finds local home
Wolf Road company pushing European software in the states
The Capital District is quickly becoming a nanotech hub, attracting global businesses and new jobs. One of those new players hopes to act as a supporter of the manufacturing being done here and potentially improve semiconductor, nanotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities around the region.
'Driving hammered will get you nailed'
Student's anti-DWI design wins billboard contest
Emily Himmelwright has a message about the dangers of drinking and driving —“driving hammered will get you nailed” —and every time motorists drive by the corner of Fermac Street in Colonie, it’s relayed loud and clear.
Region welcomes Obama
President says nanotech key to economic recovery
According to President Barack Obama, job creation is key to a full economic revival.
Laws target social media privacy
You’ve heard of employers asking for resumes and references, but Facebook passwords?
Hope in a boat
Local dragon boat team seeks new members
A group of 25 breast cancer survivors from around the Capital District are “hope in a boat” every time they paddle their dragon boat around the Hudson River.
A push for CPR in schools
When an 11-year-old Colonie Little League player was struck in the chest by a baseball Monday, April 16, his heart stopped. He survived, and early administration of CPR could have been partially to thank.
A benefit to heal a cat's broken heart
Francesca is a sweet and affectionate 9-month-old who loves snuggling with her foster parents and playing with her two foster brothers. But if she doesn’t get a $3,500 heart surgery, soon, this friendly feline probably won’t make it through another year.